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Undergraduate Course Descriptions
ACCT - Accounting
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
ACCT 101 Accounting for Nonbusiness Majors 3.00
Introduction to the areas of financial accounting and managerial accounting. Basic financial statement preparation and analysis. Uses of accounting
information by managers in the decision making process. Not open to students with majors in business. No Pass-Fail.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
ACCT 189 Accounting Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
ACCT 189BU Accounting Elective SBE requirement 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credit ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
ACCT 200 Financial Accounting 3.00
Introduction to concepts of reporting financial information of sole proprietorships, partnerships, and corporations to interested parties. Includes
discussion of cash, receivables, inventories, plant assets, intangible assets, current and long-term liabilities and investments. Cash flow information is
also discussed.
Prerequisites:
BUS 101 prerequisite
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ACCT 201 Managerial Accounting 3.00
Discusses basic concepts of costs in developing information for management use in decision making. Topics include CVP analysis, budgeting, cost
allocations, and performance measurement.
Prerequisites:
BUS 101 & ACCT 200 with a grade of C- or higher. BUS 101 (Applies to SBE students only)
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ACCT 212 Field Studies In Accounting 1.00 - 3.00
Pass-Fail only. Provides presently enrolled freshmen and sophomores an opportunity to apply general accounting knowledge to selected accounting
projects. Prerequisites: Consent of cooperating instructor and director, SBE.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ACCT 288 Independent Study in Accounting 1.00 - 3.00
Pass-Fail only. Concentrated study of various accounting problems. Course may be repeated. Students can earn a maximum of 12 credits. Credits
earned cannot be used to satisfy requirements for the accounting major. Consent of cooperating instructor and director, SBE.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ACCT 289 Accounting Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
ACCT 289BU Accounting Elective SBE requirement 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credit ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior coruse.
Typically Offered:
ACCT 301 Study Abroad 0.00 - 6.00
Field trips designed by department faculty to give students direct experience in foreign countries. Each program includes preparatory reading,
orientation meetings, a faculty-supervised study tour, and a detailed written evaluation of learning situations associated with the course. With consent
of the relevant program and content adaptation, programs provided by other agencies can be considered for this credit. Students must obtain
approval for taking these courses prior to participation. Otherwise the course may not count. For specific degree requirements consult your advisor.
Course can be repeated only if the content is different. Consent of cooperating instructor and director, SBE.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
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ACCT 351 Accounting for Not-For-Profit Entities 3.00
Accounting theory and practice applicable to governmental units, hospitals, universities, and other not-for-profit organizations.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE or (Jr. Status and Acct 101 or Acct 200, and Acct 201; or instructor permission)
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
ACCT 352 Intermediate Accounting I 3.00
First in a two-course sequence providing in-depth study of accounting theory and practice. Topics include financial statements, present value
techniques, current assets, current liabilities, long-term assets.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
ACCT 353 Intermediate Accounting II 3.00
Continuation of ACCT 352. Includes long-term liabilities, stockholders' equity, earnings per share, deferred income taxes, pensions, leases,
accounting changes, and the statement of cash flows.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE and ACCT 352
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
ACCT 355 Cost Accounting 3.00
In-depth study of concepts and techniques related to cost accumulation and reporting, cost control, and profit planning. Also covers the relationship
of cost accounting to decision making.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
ACCT 357 Accounting Information Systems 3.00
Examination of how accounting information of an organization is gathered, processed, stored, and distributed.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE or (Jr. Status and Acct 101 or Acct 200, and Acct 201; or instructor permission)
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
ACCT 359 Topics in Accounting 3.00
Coverage of a number of advanced accounting and taxation topics. Topics may vary
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE or (Jr. Status and Acct 101 or Acct 200, and Acct 201; or instructor permission)
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
ACCT 361 Fundamentals of Taxation 3.00
Comprehensive study of income tax concepts, regulations, and tax-planning principles as they relate to individuals and business.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE or (Jr. Status and Acct 101 or Acct 200, and Acct 201; or instructor permission)
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
ACCT 365 Fraud Examination and Investigation 3.00
A study of a variety of topics dealing with fraud and forensic accounting. Examines the nature of fraud, management fraud, fraud prevention,
detection, investigation, and legal follow-up. Case studies and research methods are utilized.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE or (Jr. Status and Acct 101 or Acct 200, and Acct 201; or instructor permission)
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
ACCT 388 Independent Study in Accounting 1.00 - 9.00
Topics course. Concentrated study of Accounting Technologies, or International Accounting. Course may be repeated.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE or (Jr. Status and Acct 101 or Acct 200, and Acct 201; or instructor permission)
Typically Offered:
Summer Only
ACCT 389 Accounting Elective 1.00 - 9.00
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Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
ACCT 390 Accounting with QuickBooks 3.00
This course is a concentrated study of QuickBooks. Students will use projects and case studies to learn how to set up companies, record business
transactions, and compile financial reports.
Prerequisites:
Completion of Acct 200 and Acct 201, or instructor permission
Typically Offered:
Summer Only
ACCT 400 Accounting Internship 2.00 - 7.00
Pass-Fail only. Opportunity for students to earn academic credit by extending classroom learning to real-world settings. Students obtain the
cooperation of an employer and prepare a learning contract. Course may be repeated. Students can earn a maximum of 14 credits.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE and consent of coopering instructor and director, SBE.
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
ACCT 412 Field Studies in Accounting 1.00 - 3.00
Provides non-traditional adult learners with some academic and/or broad business experiences and presently enrolled juniors and seniors an
opportunity to apply general business knowledge to selected business projects. Pass-Fail only.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE and consent of coopering instructor and director, SBE.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ACCT 461 Business Taxation 3.00
Taxation of corporations, partnerships, estates, trusts, and gift taxation.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE or (Jr. Status and Acct 101 or Acct 200, and Acct 201; or instructor permission)
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
ACCT 462 Advanced Financial Accounting 3.00
Applications of accounting theory to business combinations, partnerships, multinational companies, and other miscellaneous topics.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE and Acct 352 and 353; or instructor permission.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
ACCT 464 Auditing Principles 3.00
Introduction to professional auditing and the study of audit examinations which precede the attestation of the fairness of financial statements.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE and Acct 352 and 353; or instructor permission.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
ACCT 466 Senior Project in Accounting 2.00
Capstone course which integrates the various areas of accounting related to a business and includes a senior experience component.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE and minimum of 18 credits from 300-400 level Acct courses.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
ACCT 467 Tax Research 1.00
Introduction to the techniques required to research tax issues.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE and concurrent enrollment in or prior completion of ACCT 361 or ACCT 460.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
ACCT 489 Accounting Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
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AIRS - Aerospace Studies
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
AIRS 101 Heritage and Values 1.00
Part one of a two-part survey course of the United States Air Force as a public-service organization and as an introductory course to the Air Force
ROTC program. Air Force heritage, core values, human relations, the oath of office and interpersonal communication skills are also examined. Open
to all university students interested in military topics. Enrollment in course does not designate students as an ROTC cadets. Students who want to
enroll in the ROTC program and become cadets must be enrolled in AFROTC GMC Lead Lab.
Prerequisites:
Corequisite for taking this course is AIRS 111.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
AIRS 102 Heritage and Values 1.00
Part two of a two-part survey course of the United States Air Force as a public-service organization and as an introductory course to the Air Force
ROTC program. Air Force heritage, core values, human relations, the oath of office and interpersonal communication skills are also examined. Open
to all university students interested in military topics. Enrollment in course does not designate students as an ROTC cadets. Students who want to
enroll in the ROTC program and become cadets must also enroll in AFROTC GMC Lead Lab.
Prerequisites:
AIRS 112 is corequisite for taking this course.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
AIRS 111 AFROTC GMC Leadership Laboratory 0.00 - 1.00
Practical environment giving leadership training while being instructed on military customs and courtesies, physical fitness, military drill and the
general Air Force environment. Two physical fitness attendances each week; a physical fitness diagnostics test and a physical fitness test are all
required. Pass-Fail only.
Prerequisites:
AIRS 101 is co-requisite for taking this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
AIRS 112 AFROTC GMC Leadership Laboratory 0.00 - 1.00
Practical environment giving leadership training while being instructed on military customs and courtesies, physical fitness, military drill and the
general Air Force environment. Two physical fitness attendances each week; a physical fitness diagnostics test and a physical fitness test are all
required. Pass-Fail only.
Prerequisites:
AIRS 102 and AIRS 111 are corequisites for taking this course.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
AIRS 189 Aerospace Studies Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
AIRS 201 Team and Leadership Fundamentals 1.00
Part one of a two part course that examines Air Force leadership, ethics and values. Students will develop leadership skills based on student
participation, group problem solving and oral/written communication. Students will apply these leadership perspectives when completing team
building activities and discussing leadership challenges within group dynamics. Students will also demonstrate basic verbal and written
communication skills. Open to all university students interested in military topics. Enrollment in course does not designate students as an ROTC
cadets. Students who want to enroll in the ROTC program and become cadets must also enroll in AFROTC GMC Lead Lab.
Prerequisites:
AIRS 211 is corequisite for taking this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
AIRS 202 Team and Leadership Fundamentals 1.00
Part two of a two part course that examines Air Force leadership, ethics and values. Students will develop leadership skills based on student
participation, group problem solving and oral/written communication. Students will apply these leadership perspectives when completing team
building activities and discussing leadership challenges within group dynamics. Students will also demonstrate basic verbal and written
communication skills. Open to all university students interested in military topics. Enrollment in course does not designate students as an ROTC
cadets. Students who want to enroll in the ROTC program and become cadets must also enroll in AFROTC GMC Lead Lab.
Prerequisites:
AIRS 212 is corequisite for taking this course.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
AIRS 211 AFROTC GMC Leadership Laboratory 0.00 - 1.00
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Practical environment giving leadership training while being instructed on military customs and courtesies, physical fitness, military drill and the
general Air Force environment. Two physical fitness attendances each week; a physical fitness diagnostics test and a physical fitness test are all
required. Pass-Fail only.
Prerequisites:
AIRS 201 is corequisite for taking this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
AIRS 212 AFROTC GMC Leadership Laboratory 0.00 - 1.00
Practical environment giving leadership training while being instructed on military customs and courtesies, physical fitness, military drill and the
general Air Force environment. Two physical fitness attendances each week; a physical fitness diagnostics test and a physical fitness test are all
required. Pass-Fail only.
Prerequisites:
AIRS 202 and AIRS 211 are corequisite for taking this course.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
AIRS 289 Aerospace Studies Elective 0.60
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
AIRS 301 Leading People and Effective Communication/Air Force Leadership Studies 3.00
Part one of a two part course where students will develop an in-depth understanding of how to effectively lead people and provide people with the
tools to use in current and future leadership roles. Students will develop and refine their leadership philosophy through topics that include power and
influence, counseling, mentoring, effective supervision, accountability, core values, ethical decision making. Students will also hone their writing and
briefing skills. Open to all university students interested in military topics. Enrollment in course does not designate students as ROTC cadets.
Prerequisites:
AIRS 311 is corequisite for taking this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
AIRS 302 Leading People and Effective Communication/Air Force Leadership Studies 3.00
Part two of a two part course where students will develop an in-depth understanding of how to effectively lead people and provide people with the
tools to use in current and future leadership roles. Students will develop and refine their leadership philosophy through topics that include power and
influence, counseling, mentoring, effective supervision, accountability, core values, ethical decision making. Students will also hone their writing and
briefing skills. Open to all university students interested in military topics. Enrollment in course does not designate students as ROTC cadets.
Prerequisites:
AIRS 312 and consent of instructor are prerequisite for taking this course.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
AIRS 311 AFROTC POC Leadership Laboratory 1.00 - 2.00
Practical environment giving leadership training through teaching freshmen and sophomores military customs and courtesies, physical fitness,
military drill and the general Air Force environment. Two physical fitness attendances each week; a physical fitness diagnostics test and a physical
fitness test are all required. Pass-Fail only.
Prerequisites:
AIRS 301 is corequisite for taking this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
AIRS 312 AFROTC POC Leadership Laboratory 1.00 - 2.00
Practical environment giving leadership training through teaching freshmen and sophomores military customs and courtesies, physical fitness,
military drill and the general Air Force environment. Two physical fitness attendances each week; a physical fitness diagnostics test and a physical
fitness test are all required.
Prerequisites:
AIRS 302 and AIRS 311 are corequisites for this course.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
AIRS 389 Aerospace Studies Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent ot a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
AIRS 401 National Security Studies/Leadership Responsibilities/Commissioning Preparation 3.00
Part one of a two part course where students will learn the basic elements of national security policy and military processes. The student will
understand the air force domain operations as well as learn about the selected roles of the military in society and current domestic and international
issues. The final portion of the course is designed to prepare students for life as a second lieutenant in the United States Air Force. Open to all
university students interested in military topics. Enrollment in course does not designate students as ROTC cadets.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
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AIRS 402 National Security Studies/Leadership Responsibilities/Commissioning Preparation 3.00
Part two of a two part course where students will learn the basic elements of national security policy and military processes. The student will
understand the air force domain operations as well as learn about the selected roles of the military in society and current domestic and international
issues. The final portion of the course is designed to prepare students for life as a second lieutenant in the United States Air Force. Open to all
university students interested in military topics. Enrollment in course does not designate students as ROTC cadets.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
AIRS 411 AFROTC POC Leadership Laboratory 1.00 - 2.00
Practical environment giving leadership training through teaching freshmen and sophomores military customs and courtesies, physical fitness,
military drill and the general Air Force environment. Two physical fitness attendances each week; a physical fitness diagnostics test and a physical
fitness test are all required. Taken concurrently with AIRS 401.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
AIRS 412 AFROTC POC Leadership Laboratory 1.00
Practical environment giving leadership training through teaching freshmen and sophomores military customs and courtesies, physical fitness,
military drill and the general Air Force environment. Two physical fitness attendances each week; a physical fitness diagnostics test and a physical
fitness test are all required. Taken concurrently with AIRS 402.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
AIRS 420 Leadership Practicum 1.00 - 4.00
Practical applicaton of leadership and management in structured realistic situations.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
AIRS 421 Leadership Practicum 1.00 - 4.00
Practical application of leadership and management in structured realistic situations.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
AIRS 489 Aerospace Studies Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
ANTH - Anthropology
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
ANTH 101 The Human Experience 3.00
Introduction to the principles, concepts and methods of cultural anthropology. Consideration of the ways in which cultural anthropology contributes to
the understanding of human diversity.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Social Science
Typically Offered:
On-campus: Fall & Spring
ANTH 104 The History of Human Origins 3.00
A history of human origins from the fish who crawled out of the sea to early hominids to the peopling of the continents. Uses fossil, archaeological,
experimental archaeological, linguistic, oral narrative and genetic evidence. Honors the origin narratives of diverse peoples. All religious views
welcome. Many films. Cross-listed as ANTH/HIST 104. Code 4
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Humanities - History
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
ANTH 175 Superior Historic Archeology 1.00
Students will learn about historic archaeological methodology by taking part in an archaeological excavation of the Old "Firehouse and Police
Museum in Superior, WI. The goal of the course is to expose students to archaeological excavation methods and theory in conjunction with study of
the historic archeology of Superior. Student findings will be kept on file with the Superior Public Museum.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ANTH 189 Anthropology Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
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ANTH 289 Anthropology Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
ANTH 289DV Anthropology Elective Diversity 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
ANTH 289GA Anthropology Elective Global Awareness 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
ANTH 289SS Anthropology Elective Social Sciences 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
ANTH 289WC Anthropology Elective World Culture 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
ANTH 301 Study Abroad 0.00 - 6.00
Field trips designed by the faculty.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ANTH 310 Gender in Cross-Cultural Perspective 3.00
Examines the cultural construction of gender from an anthropological, cross-cultural perspective. Attention is paid to sociocultural factors such as
kinship, colonialism, industrialism, and economic development which influence gender definitions, roles, and the structure of gender relations.
Cross-listed as ANTH/GST 310.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
ANTH 315 Cultural Anthropology 3.00
Detailed study of the human condition by focusing on a selection of specific cultures.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
ANTH 320 Environmental Anthropology 3.00
Exploration of human-environment interactions across time, space, and diverse cultures. Considers environmental relations involving indigenous,
non-Western, and Western groups. Readings address traditional environmental knowledge, changing patterns of subsistence, population,
sustainability, urbanism, politics, debates over resources, and more.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
ANTH 325 Food, Culture and Society 3.00
An examination of food's role and uses in distinct communities. Topics may include gender, the body, ethnicity, class, belonging, meaning, culture
change, ideology, food movements, and food and inequality.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
ANTH 333 The History of Indigenous Peoples 3.00
A course on a global history of Indigenous Peoples which will explore the history of conquered and marginalized societies in a world systems context.
The course examines their loss of economic resources, environmental security, cultural, linguistic and political sovereignty and their strategies for
survival and reemergence as re-empowered peoples. Examples from many regions of the world with many films. Examples may change but the
learning goals remain the same. Cross-listed as ANTH/FNS/HIST 333. Code 4. RE.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Global Awareness
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Typically Offered:
Spring Term Odd Years Only
ANTH 340 Language, Culture, and Society 3.00
The study of language and language use as essential elements of human culture, connected to thought, experience, identity, power, and social
relations.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Social Science
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
ANTH 368 Cultures of Mesoamerica 3.00
Investigates current and past cultures of Mesoamerica (located in present-day Mexico, Guatemala, and neighboring areas), both past and present,
and their transformations and influence across time and borders. Employs archaeological, historical, and ethnographic data in a lecture, readings,
film and discussion format. Cross-listed as ANTH/HIST/FNS 368. ANTH 101 highly recommended. Code 2.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
ANTH 389 Anthropology Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
ANTH 489 Anthropology Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
ANTH 489DV Anthropology Elective Diversity 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
ANTH 489GA Anthropology Elective Global Awareness 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
ANTH 489SS Anthropology Elective Social Sciences 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
ANTH 490 Selected Topics in Anthropology 3.00
In-depth study of specialized current topics in Anthropology selected by the instructor. May be repeated once for credit when instructor and/or topics
are different.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ANTH 499 Independent Study 1.00 - 4.00
Supervised independent study and/or research in Anthropology. Prior contract with instructor is required.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ART - Art
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
ART 101 Introduction to Art 3.00
(For non-Art majors) Introduction to the field of Visual Art through a studio experience. Includes demonstrations, lectures and critiques planned to
develop an appreciation of art as well as understanding media as a vehicle of expression.
University Studies Requirements:
Fine Arts - Aesthetic
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ART 189 Art Elective 1.00 - 14.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
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ART 200 Design Fundamentals 3.00
Research examining the fundamental elements of visual arts design including: formal elements and their interactions, color theory, visual arts
terminology, and analysis of content.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ART 202 Professional Practices in Visual Arts 3.00
Introduction to visual arts professional practices, including: scholarly research, image management and usage, discipline-specific writing, career
exploration, portfolio presentation and the use of technology in support of all such practices. Basic computer literacy is expected for completing
research and assignments.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ART 203 Design Topics 3.00
Provides a focused exploration of fine arts beyond core practices including: glass, stained glass, artists' books, non-static art, installation, and others.
Typically Offered:
On-campus: Select Semesters
ART 205 Drawing 1 3.00
Beginning studies in drawing.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ART 209 Digital Foundations for Visual Arts 3.00
An introductory studio exploration of digital strategies, technology and applications, as applied to visual arts. Suitable for all students interested in
working with digital images.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ART 210 Painting 1 3.00
Introduction to the discipline of painting. Discussions and critiques supplement studio experiences.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: Art 200
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ART 211 Collage 1 3.00
Introduction to the discipline of collage. Emphasis on creating unified visual statements with a variety of forms.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: Art 200
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ART 221 Art History Survey:The Ancient World to the Renaissance 4.00
A study of expression in art and architecture which contribute to the Western cultural tradition.
University Studies Requirements:
Fine Arts - Appreciation
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
ART 222 Art History Survey:Renaissance to Modern Art 4.00
A continuation of ART 221 with emphasis on the changing role of art in Western culture.
University Studies Requirements:
Fine Arts - Appreciation
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
ART 224 Visual Arts in Non-Western Societies 3.00
Study of visual arts in non-western societies including North American Indian/Native American; Mesoamerican; Oceania/Pacific Islands, Asian, and
African cultures.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
ART 240 Printmaking 1 3.00
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Introduction to printmaking as a fine art media.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: Art 200
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ART 241 Photography 1 3.00
Designed to familiarize the student with the art of traditional 35mm film photography. Emphasis is on the fundamentals of camera operation,
black-and-white film development and printing processes, practicing critical evaluation, and understanding the photographic aesthetic.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: Art 200
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ART 260 Sculpture 1 3.00
Introduction to sculpture using multiple processes to explore technical and conceptual aspects of sculpture production.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: Art 200
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ART 270 Ceramics 1 3.00
A beginning ceramics course that primarily explores traditional hand-building techniques. Students will also be introduced to basic clay materials, clay
mixing, and glaze application.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: Art 200
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ART 275 Metalwork 1 3.00
Basic processes, materials and tools in nonferrous metalwork.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: Art 200
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ART 279 Fibers 1 3.00
Topic: Loom Weaving - Interlocking fibers via loom mechanisms; includes experience with fabric structures, fiber characteristics and the effective use
of color. Topic: Off-Loom Fibers - Primary structures through a variety of manipulation techniques; may include primitive forms of weaving, felting,
basketry and dyeing.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: Art 200
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ART 289 Art Elective 1.00 - 99.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
ART 289AE Art Elective Aesthetic Experience 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
ART 289AH Art Elective Art History 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
ART 289DV Art Elective Diversity 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
ART 289GA Art Elective Global Awareness 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
ART 302 Gallery Practices 3.00
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An introduction to the principles, theories, and practices of gallery operations and exhibition development. Prerequisite: ART 202 Professional
Practices in Visual Arts
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: Art 202
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ART 305 Drawing 2 3.00
Intermediate studies in drawing.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: ART 205.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ART 310 Painting 2 3.00
Intermediate studies in painting. Discussions and critiques supplement studio experience.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: ART 210.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ART 311 Collage 2 3.00
Intermediate studies of collage.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: ART 211.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ART 320 Studies in American Art 3.00
American art of the Colonial, 19th or 20th Century period including sculpture, architecture and painting.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ART 323 Medieval Art 3.00
a) Early Christian and Byzantine; b) Medieval; c) Romanesque; d) Gothic: A detailed investigation of the art of the Middle Ages.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ART 325 Renaissance Art 3.00
Italian or Northern European architecture, sculpture and painting from 1250 to 1600.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ART 326 Baroque Art to Romanticism 3.00
The arts in Italy and Northern Europe between 1550 and 1850.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ART 327 Modern Art 4.00
Nineteenth Century, 20th Century, Contemporary or Post-Modern art and architecture and the forces which influenced the period.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite; Art 222
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
ART 329 Women In Art 3.00
Women's expression in painting and sculpture, primarily of the 19th and 20th Centuries.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ART 331 African and African Diaspora Art History 3.00
A survey of art created by people of African descent. Also discussed are some influences of Islam, Western Europe, and the Caribbean regions.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ART 336 Contemporary Movements in the Visual Arts 3.00
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Recent movements in painting, sculpture and architecture, with emphasis on the United States and Canada.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ART 340 Printmaking 2 3.00
Intermediate studies in printmaking.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: ART 240.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ART 341 Photography 2 3.00
A sequential continuation of the introductory course emphasizing the exploration of concepts, practicing critical evaluation and dialogue, and standard
museum/archival presentation of photographs. Students have the option of working in digital and/or film.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: ART 241 or 101
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ART 342 Photography History, Theory and Criticism 3.00
Survey of the aesthetic and fundamental technical history of photography as a vital means of artistic expression and communication in North America
and Western Europe from 1827 to 1940.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ART 350 Mindfulness in Art 3.00
Art as a fundamental human activity on an individual and societal level. Studies theories of creativity and issues of cultural and social diversity as
applicable to art therapy.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: declared Art Therapy major and Junior or Senior status & ART 483
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
ART 360 Sculpture 2 3.00
Intermediate studies in sculpture.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisites: ART 260.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ART 370 Ceramics 2 3.00
An Intermediate course emphasizing the fundamentals of wheel throwing, clay and glaze formulation, as well as loading and firing kilns. Introduction
to historical and contemporary aesthetic issues within ceramics through problem-solving assignments.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: ART 270.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ART 375 Metalwork 2 3.00
Intermediate studies in nonferrous metalwork.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: ART 275
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ART 379 Fibers 2 3.00
Topic-Loom weaving - Interlocking fibers via loom mechanisms; includes experience with fabric structure, fiber characteristics and the effective use of
color. Topic- Off-Loom Fibers - Primary structures through a variety of manipulation techniques; may include primitive forms of weaving, felting,
basketry and dyeing.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: ART 279.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ART 389 Art Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
ART 402 Art Therapy Seminar 3.00
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Investigation into topics of diagnosis and treatment in mental health. This course explores therapeutic methods that may be used for diverse disorders
and clinical diagnoses. Current research will be discussed.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: ART 483
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
ART 404 Issues in Visual Arts 3.00
Advanced study of theoretical frameworks, concepts, contents, and contexts of visual arts. Topic will vary from: the spiritual and the sacred in art,
psychology and philosophy of art, primitivism in contemporary/modern art, cultural politics in art, feminism in art, science and technology in art, among
others.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: ART 327
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ART 405 Drawing: 3 3.00
Advanced studies in drawing.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: ART 305.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ART 410 Painting 3 3.00
Advanced studies exploring the theory and practice of painting. Discussions and critiques supplement studio experiences.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: Art 310
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ART 411 Collage 3 3.00
Advanced studies exploring the theory and practice of mixed media approaches to drawing and painting.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: ART 311
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ART 419 Multi Modal Art Therapy 3.00
An exploration of Multi-Modal healing techniques including Drama, Music, Poetry, and Play Therapy and their application in Art Therapy will be
studied scholastically and experientially. Guest speakers on the topics presented as well as varied techniques as applicable to Art Therapy will be
introduced.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: declared Art Therapy major and Junior or Senior status & ART 483
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
ART 430 Readings in Art History 3.00
Guided individual research on an approved topic. Repeatable up to 12 credits. Instructor Consent.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ART 435 Research in Art 3.00
Topic: Art Education. Students plan and conduct an independent research project in art education. Research may be either basic or applied in nature.
Results of the study will be reported in the style and form required for publication. Prerequisite: Minimum of 20 undergraduate credits in art and
permission of the instructor. Topic: Art Therapy - Research into specific areas and elective topics in art therapy. Instructor Consent
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ART 440 Printmaking 3 3.00
Advanced studies in printmaking.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: ART 340.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ART 441 Photography 3 3.00
Advanced studies in photography concerned with defining a specific direction with a body of work with an emphasis on concept resolution.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: ART 341
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Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ART 445 Expressive Arts For Change 3.00
Experiential studio course exploring expressive arts process in depth through multiple arts media and techniques. Use the expressive arts as a tool
for social change and personal transformation to contribute to positive change.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: ART 483
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
ART 460 Sculpture 3 3.00
Advanced studies in sculpture.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: ART 360
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ART 470 Ceramics 3 3.00
An advanced course that critically examines ceramic processes and aesthetic issues through extended creative projects developed in consultation
with the instructor. Emphasis on producing a professional, coherent portfolio and supporting visual artists' materials.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: ART 370
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ART 475 Metalwork 3 3.00
Advanced studies in nonferrous metalwork.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: ART 375
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ART 479 Fibers 3 3.00
Topic: Loom Weaving - Interlocking fibers via loom mechanisms; includes experience with fabric structure, fiber characteristics and the effective use
of color. Topic: Off-Loom Fibers - Primary structures through a variety of manipulation techniques; may include primitive forms of weaving, felting,
basketry and dyeing. Emphasis on expression.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: ART 379.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ART 483 Art Therapy Fundamentals 3.00
Survey of the origins, history, and theoretical objectives and trends in art therapy. Covers ethical, legal issues, and standards of good practice.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
ART 484 The Development of Creative Functioning 3.00
Study of the creative individual; exploration of research related to creativity; techniques for promoting creative thinking and problem-solving in
educational, clinical and business environments.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
ART 485 Art Therapy Techniques 3.00
Theoretical approaches and techniques used in art therapy. Students learn to develop and apply art therapy assessments.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: declared Art Therapy major and Junior or Senior status & ART 483
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
ART 489 Art Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
ART 489AE Art Elective Aesthetic Experience 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
ART 489AH Art Elective Art History 1.00 - 12.00
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Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
ART 489DV Art Elective Diversity 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
ART 489GA Art Elective Global Awareness 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
ART 491 Visual Arts Capstone 0.00
Required of all Visual Arts majors during their year of anticipated graduation. By participating in this course, each student's work will be publicly
presented to the UW-Superior and greater UW-Superior community. Includes portfolio development and/or exhibition requirements. Must be taken
Pass-Fail.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: Art 302. Senior Standing required.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
ART 495 Advanced Art Studio 1.00 - 12.00
Open only to advanced Art students who wish to pursue an individual art problem in any medium of their choosing. The student must take the
responsibility of choosing a problem, outlining a plan of study to be submitted to the instructor at registration. The student works informally in
co-operation with the instructor, who guides and evaluates in relation to the objective set forth. Instructor Consent
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ART 497 Art Field Study 1.00 - 3.00
By special arrangement with a department faculty member the student may enroll in an independent study project which may entail travel or the use of
resources to be found in the immediate region. Documentation will be required. Instructor Consent
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ART 498 Practicum 1.00 - 7.00
Supervised experience providing practical application in specific disciplines. Integration of the competencies of the individualized focus in contract
form. Topics: Art Education, Art Therapy, Gallery. Instructor Consent
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ARTED - Art Education
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
ARTED 189 Art Education Elective 0.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
ARTED 289 Art Education Elective 0.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
ARTED 335 Teaching Art in the Elementary Grades 3.00
Provides a background in art education, children's artistic development, and program planning and evaluation in art for the elementary school child.
Includes the development of lessons and units in art This course includes a Pre-Student Teaching Clinical Experience in grades K-2.
Prerequisites:
Junior Status & Admittance to Teacher Education program
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ARTED 339 Teaching Art in Secondary Schools 3.00
The development of discipline based art curricula, art media and instructional materials, teaching methods, and evaluation strategies for junior and
senior high school art programs. This course includes a Pre-Student Teaching Clinical Experience in grades 9-12
Prerequisites:
Junior Status & Admittance to Teacher Education program
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
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ARTED 389 Art Education Elective 0.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
ARTED 481 Adaptive Art for the Classroom 3.00
Exploration of art concepts, media, and processes with adaptation for the mainstreamed student with special educational needs. A study of
characteristics of students with behavior and/or learning disorders, cognitive delay, and physical handicap. This course includes a Pre-Student
Teaching Clinical Experience in grades 6-8.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite:admission to the Teacher Education Program.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
ARTED 482 Art Education for the Gifted and Talented 3.00
Study of current guidelines, trends, and program options that address the special educational needs of gifted and talented students. Areas of
emphasis include: student characteristics, art work characteristics, identification procedures, and curriculum models.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: Junior Status and Admission to the Teacher Education Program
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ARTED 489 Art Education Elective 0.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
BIOL - Biology
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
BIOL 111 Plants and People 4.00
Course designed to integrate the science of plants with a wide range of societal issues including genetically modified foods, medicines, invasive
species, and rain gardens. Laboratory includes hands-on experiments in applied botany that utilize the University greenhouse. No prerequisite. Does
not count towards the Biology major. (Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours.)
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
BIOL 115 Human Biology 4.00
University Studies course investigating the structure and function of the human body as related to areas of health and disease. Designed to meet the
University Studies requirement for laboratory science. Does not count toward the Biology major. Not open to those having taken BIOL 270, or 280.
(Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours).
University Studies Requirements:
Natural Sciences - Lab
Typically Offered:
Spring and Summer Terms
BIOL 123 Concepts In Biology 4.00
Introduction for non-Biology majors to important biological concepts including chemistry, cell biology, genetics, evolution, plant and animal form and
function, and ecology. Laboratory exercises are integrated with lectures and designed to be experimental and inquiry driven. Fulfills the University
Studies requirement for laboratory science. Does not count toward the Biology major. (Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours.)
University Studies Requirements:
Natural Sciences - Lab
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
BIOL 130 Principles of Biology I 4.00
Introduction to important principles of chemistry, cellular, molecular, and evolutionary biology, and the diversity of life. Laboratory experiments are
inquiry driven. Intended as the first of a two-course sequence for biology majors, and students with a strong interest in the life sciences. Fulfills the
University Studies laboratory science requirement. (Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours.)
University Studies Requirements:
Natural Sciences - Lab
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
BIOL 132 Principles of Biology II 4.00
The second course in a two-course sequence intended for Biology majors or minors, and other students with a strong interest in the life sciences.
Introduces students to the development, structure and function of both plants and animals and the basic principles of ecology. Laboratory exercises
are integrated with lectures and designed to be experimental and inquiry driven. (Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours).
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Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of BIOL 130 or permission of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
BIOL 170 Biological Inquiry for Teachers 2.00
This course uses inquiry-based science methods to answer open-ended biological questions that have environmental connections. This course is
required of Elementary Education majors and satisfies environmental science requirements for the Wisconsin Teaching Licensure and the
UW-Superior University Studies program. Lecture one hour, laboratory two hours.
University Studies Requirements:
Natural Sciences - Environment
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
BIOL 181 Special Topics 1.00 - 4.00
In-depth study of specialized current topics in biology selected by the faculty on the basis of student/community interest. May include workshops,
seminars, field trips, special problems, independent study, etc. Course may be repeated when topics are different. Instructor permission to enroll in
this course.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
BIOL 189 Biology Elective 1.00 - 99.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
BIOL 189ES Biology Elective Environmental Science 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
BIOL 189LS Biology Elective Lab Science 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
BIOL 251 Honey Bee Biology and Scientific Beekeeping 2.00
Provides a basic understanding of Honey Bee Biology and how apiculture science can be used to establish best practices in sustainable beekeeping.
Topics include an introduction to sustainable beekeeping as well as honey bee anatomy, reproduction, social behavior, communication, orientation
and navigation, and colony management. Recommended: Biology major, Environmental Science major, Chemistry major. No course prerequisites.
(Lecture one hour, Apiary one hour).
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
BIOL 270 Human Anatomy & Physiology I 4.00
First semester of a two-semester sequence investigating the structure and function of human body systems and mechanisms for maintaining
homeostasis within and across each system. Examination of tissues and the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, and sensory systems. .
(Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours.)
Prerequisites:
BIOL 130 or permission of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
BIOL 280 Human Anatomy & Physiology II 4.00
Continuation of a two-semester sequence investigating the structure and function of human body systems and mechanisms for maintaining
homeostasis within and across each system. Examination of the endocrine, digestive, cardiovascular, respiratory, urinary, and reproductive systems.
(Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours.)
Prerequisites:
BIOL 270 or instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
BIOL 281 Special Topics 1.00 - 4.00
In-depth study of specialized current topics in biology selected by the faculty on the basis of student/community interest. May include workshops,
seminars, field trips, special problems, independent study, etc. Course may be repeated when topics are different. Instructor permission to enroll in
this course.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
BIOL 289 Biology Elective 1.00 - 50.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
BIOL 289ES Biology Elective Environmental Science 1.00 - 12.00
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Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
University Studies Requirements:
Natural Sciences - Environment
Typically Offered:
BIOL 289LS Biology Elective Lab Science 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
BIOL 300 Marine Biology 3.00
Introduction to the biology and ecology of marine plants and animals, coral reefs, the deep sea, rocky shores, marine mammals, fisheries,
aquaculture, pollution, and the conservation of marine resources.(Lecture three hours).
Prerequisites:
BIOL 330 or 340 or Permission of Instructor
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Odd Years Only
BIOL 303 Forest Ecology and Management 4.00
Overview of major factors affecting forests, including disturbance, succession, wildlife, harvest systems, and ecosystem management. Emphasis on
forests of the western Great Lakes region. Field trips develop identification and measurement skills and test ecological hypotheses. One weekend
field trip. (Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of BIOL 330 or BIOL 340, or permission of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
BIOL 305 Evolution 3.00
A view of the scope, significance and mechanisms of evolutionary concepts in modern biology. (Lecture three hours.)
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of BIOL 330 or BIOL 340, or permission of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
BIOL 312 Biogeography and Conservation 3.00
Study of the geographical distribution of plants and animals across space and time. Topics include environmental causes of species range structure,
species diversity, island biogeography, evolutionary diversification, and conservation biogeography. (Lecture three hours.) BIOL 340 or BIOL 305
recommended.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of BIOL 330 or BIOL 340, or permission of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
BIOL 315 Plant Physiology 4.00
Study of functions and physiological properties of plants, from the molecular scale up through ecosystem scale of biological organization. Main topics
include water and nutrient transport, cell structure and function, nutrient relationships, photosynthesis, growth and development, and metabolism. Lab
exercises emphasize experimental approaches using modern technology. (Lecture three hours, laboratory three hours.)
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of BIOL 330 or BIOL 340, and CHEM 106, or permission of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
BIOL 316 Medical Terminology 2.00
Study of basic medical terminology. Prefixes, suffixes, word roots, combining forms, special endings, plural forms, abbreviations, and symbols are
emphasized. A programmed learning, word-building systems approach is used to learn, construct, and analyze new terms as they relate to the
function and location of body systems. No prerequisite.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
BIOL 318 Immunology 3.00
Studying the relationship between cellular form and function to determine how macromolecules direct what a cell does. Current research techniques
will be utilized to investigate how this dynamic interplay balances health versus disease. Critical processes such as proliferation, survival, and
signaling pathways will be explored. (Lecture three hours.)
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of BIOL 330 or instructor permission
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
BIOL 325 Plant Taxonomy 4.00
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Provides the skills and background to identify flowering plants of northern Wisconsin and Minnesota. Lecture topics focus on floral structure,
classification, and distribution of plant families of regional importance, while labs focus on identification of living plant materials using dichotomous
keys. Each student will prepare a plant collection. (Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours.)
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of BIOL 330 or BIOL 340, or permission of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Odd Years Only
BIOL 330 Genetics 4.00
Integrating the principles and techniques of Mendelian and molecular genetics to emphasize how biological information is inherited and expressed.
(Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours.)
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of CHEM 105 and BIOL 130 and BIOL 132 or BIOL 270. (Note: pre-Health program students are not required to take
BIOL 132)
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
BIOL 335 Aquatic Entomology 3.00
Introduction to the identification and ecological relationships of freshwater insects and related invertebrates of the north central United States.
(Lecture two hours, laboratory two hours.)
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of BIOL 330 or BIOL 340, or permission of instructor.
Typically Offered:
BIOL 340 Ecology 4.00
Introduction to basic principles of ecology emphasizing interactions between organisms and their environment. Local ecosystems examined. CHEM
105 is recommended. (Lecture three hours, laboratory three hours.)
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of BIOL 132 or permission from the instructor
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
BIOL 350 Limnology 4.00
Study of freshwater biology including the physical and chemical attributes of the environment as well as plants and animals found in lakes and
streams. CHEM 105 is recommended. (Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours.)
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of BIOL 330 or BIOL 340, or permission of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Even Years Only
BIOL 355 Microbiology 4.00
Exploring how the structure, function and genetics of microorganisms (bacteria, viruses, fungi and protozoa) influence our everyday world. This
includes microbes relevant to human health and industry; and the biological and chemical defenses we use to regulate them. The laboratory involves
culture and identification techniques as well as modern applications of molecular biology. (Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours.)
Prerequisites:
CHEM 105 and either BIOL 330 or BIOL 340.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
BIOL 360 Parasitology 4.00
The structure, habits, life cycles, classifications and identification of parasites and the diseases they cause. (Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours)
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of BIOL 330 or BIOL 340, or permission of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Odd Years Only
BIOL 365 Entomology 4.00
The study of the anatomy, physiology, classification and identification of hexapods (insects). Includes a survey of hexapod orders, their economic
and medical importance, and ecological topics. Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours.)
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of BIOL 330 or BIOL 340, or permission of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
BIOL 367 Ornithology 4.00
An introduction to the study of birds. General principles of classification, structure, distribution, migration, life histories, and habits are covered in
lecture and text. Laboratory periods devoted largely to identification of birds in the field. (Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours.)
Prerequisites:
Biology 330 or 340 is required
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Typically Offered:
Spring Term Even Years Only
BIOL 380 Vertebrate Biology 4.00
Life histories, habits, habitats, distribution, classification, and recognition of common vertebrates of the north central United States. (Lecture three
hours, laboratory two hours.)
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of BIOL 330 or BIOL 340, or permission of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Even Years Only
BIOL 382 Ichthyology 4.00
An introduction to the classification, structure, physiology, distribution, and life histories of fishes. (Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours.)
Prerequisites:
BIOL 330 or 340 or Permission of Instructor
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Odd Years Only
BIOL 389 Biology Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer Credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalen to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
BIOL 399 Cancer Biology 3.00
Investigating the cellular, molecular and genetic origins of the human diseases classified together as cancer. Utilizing both scientific and popular
literature, historical context will be provided and current research aimed at improving both diagnostic and therapeutic options will be explored. Topics
include carcinogenesis, oncogenes, tumor suppressors, microenvironment influence, migration, invasion and metastasis.
Prerequisites:
BIOL 330 or permission of instructor
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Odd Years Only
BIOL 400 Animal Physiology 4.00
A study of normal and abnormal functions and vital processes of organ systems and how these processes are important to animals as they adapt to
their environments.(Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours.)
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of BIOL 330 or BIOL 340, or permission of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
BIOL 405 Neurobiology 3.00
Introduction to the structure and function of the nervous system, including neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, and systems neurobiology. Topics
include the properties of neurons, glia, and the mechanisms and organization underlying neural signaling; sensation and sensory processing;
movement and its central control; and diseases and disorders of the nervous system. Discussions of neurobiological methods and reading of current
neurobiological literature will be included.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of one course from each of the following bracketed groups: [PSYC 350 or BIOL 330] and [PSYC 275 or BIOL 330 or BIOL
340] or permission of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Even Years Only
BIOL 420 Field Biology 1.00
Study of plants and animals in nature through field trips and observation. Topics change each semester. (Laboratory two hours.)
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of BIOL 330 or BIOL 340, or permission of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Even Years Only
BIOL 431 Animal Behavior (Ethology) 3.00
An introduction to animal behavior with special attention to behavioral mechanisms and the function of behavior. (Optional concurrent enrollment in
BIOL 432.)
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of BIOL 330 or BIOL 340, or permission of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Odd Years Only
BIOL 432 Animal Behavior Laboratory 1.00
Project-oriented course designed to explore the experimental aspects of animal behavior. May be used to satisfy Senior Experience requirement for
Biology major.
Prerequisites:
BIOL 431 is a corequisite for this class
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Typically Offered:
Spring Term Odd Years Only
BIOL 440 Cell Biology 4.00
Study of the morphology, physiology and genetics of cells. Covers research techniques and modern application of molecular biology. (Lecture three
hours, laboratory two hours.)
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of BIOL 330 and CHEM 106 or permission instructor
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
BIOL 465 Laboratory Techniques in Biochemistry and Cell/Molecular Biology 1.00 - 2.00
Principles and practices of techniques used in biochemistry and in cell and molecular biology. Includes protein isolation and analysis, enzyme
kinetics, carbohydrate analysis, immunological techniques for analysis, and techniques of gene cloning and manipulation. Recommended: CHEM
462, BIOL 355 AND BIOL 440 or concurrent enrollment. (Lecture one hour, laboratory three hours) Cross-listed as: BIOL/CHEM 465.
Prerequisites:
BIOL 330 and CHEM 360 or instructor consent are pre-requisites for this class
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
BIOL 481 Special Topics 1.00 - 4.00
In-depth study of specialized current topics in biology selected by the faculty on the basis of student/community interest. May include workshops,
seminars, field trips, special problems, independent study, etc. Course may be repeated when topics are different. Instructor permission to enroll in
this course.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is Junior standing or Instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
BIOL 484 Fish Population Ecology and Management 4.00
Focuses on two important ecological questions regarding fish populations: 1) What factors cause changes in the size of fish populations? 2) What
factors influence the total number of species found in a particular environment? These questions are addressed by investigating how individual fish
allocate time and resources in response to environmental conditions, and how different allocation schemes influence individual fitness. May be used
to satisfy Senior Experience requirement for Biology major. (Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours.)
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of BIOL 330 or 340, MATH 102 or MATH 113 or equivalent are prerequisites
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
BIOL 489 Biology Elective 0.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
BIOL 489ES Biology Elective Environmental Science 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
BIOL 489LS Biology Elective Lab Science 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
BIOL 491 Research in Biology 1.00 - 4.00
A course developed in cooperation with faculty or area research laboratories designed to provide students with practical experience in experimental
biology. Candidates for this course must outline a research problem and complete a Contract for Independent Learning prior to registration. (May be
repeated for a total of four credits.) Instructor consent required. May be used to satisfy Senior Experience requirement for Biology major.
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
BIOL 492 Biology Seminar 1.00
Study of a topic through literature research. Student studies a topic and effectively summarizes the available information in written and oral form.
Presentation techniques are emphasized. May be used to satisfy Senior Experience requirement for Biology major.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
BIOL 496 Internship 1.00 - 4.00
On-the-job experience with local agencies (e.g. Wisconsin DNR) that provides students with opportunities to apply their skills to practical problems. In
collaboration with a faculty sponsor, students must complete a Contract for Independent Learning prior to registration. May be used to satisfy Senior
Experience requirement.
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
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BIOL 497 Senior Year Experience 1.00
This course provides instruction to develop and deliver an oral presentation in a scientific conference format to serve as a culminating experience for
the Biology major. Presentation topics are connected to a capstone project completed in BIOL 491 Research in Biology or BIOL 496 Internship, either
of which must be taken as a pre-requisite or co-requisite course. Meets in face-to-face format 2 hours per week.
Typically Offered:
Fall or Spring Terms
BREW - Brewing
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
BREW 101 Science of Brewing Sampler 1.00
This course introduces the history, process, and the modern styles of beer. Topics covered include: history of beer making; basic brew ingredients;
discussion of the brewing process; parameters that define differences in beer styles, such as aroma, flavor, color and mouthfeel. Prerequisites: 21
years of age or older.
Prerequisites:
Student must be 21+ years of age to register for this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall or Spring Terms
BREW 301 Science of Brewing I 3.00
This course is the first of two required courses in the Science of Brewing Certificate and introduces the processes involved in brewing modern styles
of beer as well as the chemical and biological phenomena associated with these processes. Topics covered include: Basic brew ingredients;
Discussion of the brewing process; Chemical and biological aspects of brewing ingredients and the brewing processes; Brewing of a chosen beer
style using malt extract. Prerequisites: 21 years of age or older.
Prerequisites:
Student must be 21+ years of age to register for this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall or Spring Terms
BREW 302 Science of Brewing II 3.00
This course is the second of two required courses in the Science of Brewing Certificate and involves a more thorough examination of topics discussed
in Science of Brewing I and will address more advanced aspects of brewing and brewing issues including: All-grain recipe development; Yeast
culturing and characterization; All-grain brewing processes; Scientific techniques to characterize beer and brewing ingredients. Prerequisites: BREW
301; 21 years of age or older.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: Must complete BREW 301 and be 21+ years of age to register for this course
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
BREW 381 Special Topics 1.00 - 4.00
In-depth study of specialized current topics in brewing science selected by the faculty on the basis of student/community interest. May include
workshops, seminars, field trips, special problems, independent study, etc. Course may be repeated when topics are different.
Prerequisites:
Student must be 21+ years of age to register for this course.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
BREW 496 Internship 1.00 - 4.00
On-the-job experience with local agencies (e.g. local breweries) that provides students with opportunities to apply their skills to practical problems. In
collaboration with a faculty sponsor, students must complete a Contract for Independent Learning prior to registration. Prerequisite: must be 21+
years of age or older to register for this course.
Prerequisites:
Student must be 21+ years of age to register for this course.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
BUS - Business
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
BUS 101 Introduction to Business 3.00
This course serves as an introduction to the different majors offered by the School of Business and Economics. The course provides insights into the
foundation business knowledge and skills that will be useful for students pursing a professional career in business. Topics include: a survey of
management, finance, distribution, production, risk, business law, and other business activities; integrated business simulation, personal finance,
business ethics, business computer applications, professional business communication, business career preparation, team-building, as well as good
learning habits. SBE Students only; Grade of C- required for Admission to SBE and program requirement.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
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BUS 189 Business Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
BUS 189BU Business Elective BU requirement 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credit ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course
Typically Offered:
BUS 211 Business Law I 3.00
Legal principles relating to business transactions. Includes the legal and social environment of business, contracts, choice of business entities, and
selected elements of the Uniform Commercial Code.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
BUS 212 Field Studies in Business 1.00 - 3.00
Provides non-traditional adult learners with limited business experience and presently enrolled freshmen and sophomores opportunity to apply
general business knowledge to selected business projects. Pass-Fail only. Consent of cooperating instructor and director, SBE.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
BUS 270 Business Statistics 3.00
Introduction to descriptive and inferential statistics as applied to business situations. Includes tabular, graphical and numerical summary measures;
probability distributions; sampling and sampling distributions; hypothesis testing; analysis of variance; and regression/correlation analysis.
Prerequisites:
BUS 101 (Applies to SBE students only)
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
BUS 288 Independent Study In Business 1.00 - 3.00
Concentrated study of various business problems. Consent of cooperating instructor and director, SBE.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
BUS 289 Business Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
BUS 289BU Business Elective BU requirement 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credit ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course
Typically Offered:
BUS 289DV Business Elective Diversity 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
BUS 289GA Business Elective Global Awareness 1.00 - 99.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
BUS 289GA Business Elective Global Awareness 1.00 - 99.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
BUS 289HH Business Elective Humanities-History 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
BUS 289NW Business Elective Non-Western 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
BUS 301 Study Abroad 0.00 - 6.00
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Field trips designed by department faculty to give students direct experiences in foreign countries. Each program includes preparatory reading,
orientation meetings, a faculty-supervised study tour, and a detailed written evaluation of learning situations associated with the course. With consent
of the relevant program and content adaptation, programs provided by other agencies can be considered for this credit. Students must obtain
approval for taking these courses prior to participation. Otherwise the course may not count. For specific degree requirements consult your advisor.
Course can be repeated only if the content is different. Consent of cooperating instructor and director, SBE.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
BUS 306 Management Science 3.00
Application of basic quantitative and qualitative techniques for problem solving in production/operations management. Includes linear programming,
transportation and network models, inventory models, queuing models, project management, forecasting and decision theory.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE or non-SBE majors are required to be at Junior status (obtain drop/add form from a SBE-authorized representative, Erlanson
Hall, Room 301).
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
BUS 340 Hospitality Management 3.00
Exploration of the major components and organization structure of the hospitality industry. Presents historical development, opportunities and current
trends. Stresses the importance and relationships of education and work experience to career success. Examination of the key components in
various industry sectors, including food service, lodging, gaming and property management.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
BUS 341 Event Management 3.00
Planning, organizing and the management of events will be investigated for the hospitality, tourism and sports industries. Emphasis is placed on the
design, internal management systems and post event evaluation.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
BUS 363 Business Ethics and Social Responsibility 3.00
Explores moral and ethical theories such as ethical fundamentalism. Theories are then applied to "real world" situations in the United States and
around the globe. Covers classic cases in business ethics, current cases and trends such as Sarbanes-Oxley and the social responsibility of
business. Especially useful for students studying management, finance, marketing, accounting, and international business.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE or non-SBE majors are required to be at Junior status (obtain drop/add form from a SBE-authorized representative, Erlanson
Hall, Room 301).
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
BUS 370 Principles Of Marketing 3.00
Introduction to terms, definitions and concepts integral to the strategic planning and decision-making involving the components of the marketing mix:
product, price, promotion, and physical distribution. Emphasis on market analysis, delivering value and establishing competitive advantage. Coverage
of current trends in marketing.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE or (Jr. status and Acct 101, Econ 235, Bus 211, and Bus 270; or instructor permission)
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
BUS 371 Consumer Behavior 3.00
Application of concepts from the disciplines of psychology, sociology, anthropology, and economics that affect purchase decisions of individuals.
Current literature in consumer psychology is explored in its relation to marketing strategy.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE; BUS 370.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
BUS 373 Advertising & Promotion 3.00
Introduction to advertising management, research, planning, and the creative process. Topics covered include market segmentation and targeting,
account planning, working with clients, advertising research, advertising strategy, developing art and copy, media selection and budgeting (print,
broadcast, social media) plus integrating advertising in the marketing mix.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE; BUS 370 or COMM 170, or consent of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
BUS 375 Public Relations 3.00
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Introduction to principles, theories and skills of public relations, including a study of its problems, impact and potential.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE; BUS 370 or COMM 170, or consent of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
BUS 377 Hospitality, Tourism & Travel Marketing 3.00
Principles of marketing for the hospitality, tourism and travel industries. Covers marketing strategies & tactics for hotels, restaurants, tourist
attractions, convention & visitor bureaus, tour operators & related products & services. Topics include the unique characteristics of travel & tourism,
consumer behavior, market segmentation, product development, internal marketing, pricing, yield management, sales channels, & marketing
communications. The vacation, personal travel & business travel market segments are examined.
Prerequisites:
Admission to the SBE Department or Instructor Consent are prerequisite for taking this course.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
BUS 380 Principles Of Management 3.00
Introduction to the basic tools and requisite knowledge associated with businesses and their management as well as the broad concepts associated
with the challenges of managing within organizations. Examines various management functions, and gains in-depth understanding of the working and
behavioral complexities that arise in organizations.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE or (Jr. status and Acct 101, Econ 235, Bus 211, and Bus 270; or instructor permission)
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
BUS 382 Human Resource Management 3.00
Examines current theoretical and research developments related to human resource management and human resource practices as they relate to the
planning, recruitment, selection, training, and management of the human resources within an organization.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE or non-SBE majors are required to be at Junior status (obtain drop/add form from a SBE-authorized representative, Erlanson
Hall, Room 301).
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
BUS 389 Business Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
BUS 400 Business Internship 2.00 - 7.00
Opportunity for students to earn academic credit by extending classroom learning to area business settings. Students obtain the cooperation of an
employer and prepare a learning contract. Pass-Fail only.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE, consent of cooperating instructor and director, SBE.
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
BUS 405 Entrepreneurship 3.00
Study of entrepreneurship with an emphasis on small business. Topics include business plan preparation, forms of organization, financing options
and management problem solving.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
BUS 411 Advanced Business Law 3.00
Selected topics in business law, including international business law, obligations of corporate directors and officers, franchises, negotiable
instruments, creditor’s rights and remedies, secured transactions, bankruptcy law, mortgages and foreclosures, and wills and trusts.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE; BUS 211 or consent of instructor. Non-SBE majors are required to be at Junior status (obtain a Drop/Add form from a
SBE-authorized representative, Erlanson Hall, Room 301).
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Even Years Only
BUS 412 Field Studies in Business 1.00 - 3.00
Provides non-traditional adult learners with limited business experience and presently enrolled freshmen and sophomores opportunity to apply
general business knowledge to selected business projects. Pass-Fail only. Consent of cooperating instructor and director, SBE.
Prerequisites:
Admission to the SBE Department or Instructor Consent are prerequisite for taking this course.
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Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
BUS 430 International Business 3.00
The course covers international activities of small and medium-sized firms as well as large multinational corporations. Topics include trade strategies,
doing business with newly emerging market economies and the functional areas of international business management. Emphasis on the importance
of cross-cultural communication.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE or non SBE majors: junior status (obtain drop/add from SBE authorized representative, Erlanson Hall 301).
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
BUS 474 Retail Marketing 3.00
Principles of establishing and operating a retail business. Topics include retail market analysis and research, store layout, atmospherics,
merchandising, pricing, sales, advertising, promotion, inventory management, and examination of current trends. Emphasis on retail strategy and the
evolution of shopping culture.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE; BUS 370.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
BUS 475 Professional Selling and Sales Management 3.00
Study of the theories and applications of professional selling and sales management. Development of persuasive communications strategies for
specific applications. Emphasis on organizational and presentation skills to provide students with opportunities for practical sales experience.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE; BUS 370.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
BUS 477 Digital Marketing 3.00
Classroom and field experience integrating internet marketing concepts with traditional marketing activities. Internet marketing and social media
supporting marketing communication strategies. Student interaction with regional and community business enterprises. Emphasis on practical
application.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE; BUS 370 or COMM 170, or consent of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
BUS 482 Marketing Research 3.00
Designed to help students become intelligent users of marketing research information. Introduction to the variety of qualitative and quantitative
methods available to assist marketing managers in decision-making. Explores alternative methods available to collect and analyze data.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE; BUS 370.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
BUS 483 Organization Behavior and Development 3.00
Advanced study of organizations, the impact of human factors and management principles, and organization development is used to direct and
manage change. Course is designed to build one's understanding of the theories and concepts for managing human behavior in organizations. Focus
on case analysis and class exercises. Prerequisites: BUS 380.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE & BUS 380
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
BUS 484 Marketing Strategy and Brand Management 3.00
Designed to assist students in applying knowledge and analytical skills in comprehensive marketing strategy development. Integration of decisions
regarding all dimensions of the marketplace offering. Analysis of challenges facing marketing managers. Emphasis on utilizing a structured planning
process to achieve marketing goals.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE; BUS 370.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
BUS 488 Independent Study 1.00 - 3.00
Concentrated study of various business problems.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE, consent of cooperating instructor and director, SBE.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
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BUS 489 Business Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
BUS 489DV Business Elective Diversity 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
BUS 489HH Business Elective Humanities-History 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
BUS 489NW Business Elective Non-Western 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
BUS 495 Strategic Management (Capstone) 3.00
Integrative approach to the formulation and implementation of strategy within business or administrative type organizations. Capstone course drawing
on the functional analytical tools, managerial concepts and techniques developed in previous business administration and economics courses and
includes a senior experience component.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE; BUS 370, BUS 380, and FIN 320.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
BUS 499 Seminar in Business 1.00 - 4.00
Studies of recent trends and practices in business and business education.
Prerequisites:
Junior-level status.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
CHEM - Chemistry
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
CHEM 100 Our Chemical Environment 2.00
Introduces the concepts of chemistry into the interpretation of chemical effects on the environment. Prerequisite: None. Meets the General Education
requirement for Natural Science (environmental component). Credits cannot be counted toward a Chemistry major or minor. Offered both on campus
and online.
University Studies Requirements:
Natural Sciences - Environment
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
CHEM 101 Elements & The Environment 3.00
Introduction to basic concepts of chemistry and their importance in gaining a better understanding and appreciation of our environment. Many topics
of current environmental concern will be discussed. Meets the General Education requirement for Natural Science (environmental component).
Credits cannot be counted toward a chemistry major or minor. Students cannot earn credit for both CHEM 100 and 101.
University Studies Requirements:
Natural Sciences - Environment
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
CHEM 102 Chemistry of Everyday Phenomena 4.00
Explores the chemistry of foods, drugs, household chemicals, personal hygiene products, agricultural chemicals, materials and other types of
chemistry relevant to the student. Current chemistry topics in the popular press will be critically examined. Topics not usually addressed in other
science general education courses will be presented. A small part of the course will be devoted to elementary statistics (evaluation, not calculation) to
enable students to understand science and medicine as it is commonly reported. An important but minor part of the course involves discussion of the
role of research in technology development and standard of living, and the impact of the chemical industry on the national and world economies.
Credits cannot be counted toward a Chemistry major or minor. Prerequisite: None. (Three lectures and one two-hour laboratory.)
University Studies Requirements:
Natural Sciences - Lab
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
CHEM 103 Principles of General Chemistry 3.00
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This course exposes the students to the main principles of modern chemistry and its applications, as needed for the following Sustainable
Management courses: SMFT-315 "Global Environmental Chemistry" and SMGT-320 "Energy for Sustainable Management". Each student is expected
to develop a working knowledge of the topics covered in the Power-Point presentations and the textbook, to demonstrate some ability to work
independently, and to be able to solve the problems assigned for the homework and comparable exercises.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of MATH 102 with a grade of C- or better is prerequisite for taking this class.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
CHEM 105 General Chemistry I 5.00
Introduction to physical and chemical properties of the elements, chemical reactions, gas laws, chemical nomenclature, structure of atoms, chemical
bonding, and solutions. Intermediate algebra (MATH 113) or equivalent strongly recommended as prerequisite. (Four lectures and one three-hour
laboratory.)
University Studies Requirements:
Natural Sciences - Lab
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
CHEM 106 General Chemistry II 4.00
Continuation of CHEM 105 studying chemical equilibria, kinetics, electrochemistry, chemical compounds and reactions, qualitative analysis of ions,
organic chemistry and nuclear chemistry. Three lectures and one three-hour laboratory.
Prerequisites:
CHEM 105 and one of MATH 113, 115, 151 or 240.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
CHEM 107 Supplementary Problems in General Chemistry II 1.00
A course designed to expand and provide extra help on those topics in General Chemistry II which frequently cause difficulty for the less well
prepared student. Can only be taken simultaneously with General Chemistry II (CHEM 106). Credits cannot be applied to Chemistry Major or Minor.
One Lecture-recitation per week.
Prerequisites:
CHEM 106 is co-requisite.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
CHEM 181 Introductory Topics 1.00 - 2.00
Introductory studies of special interest selected by a student and/or faculty member. The course may be independent-study, and it may be either
lecture, laboratory, or both. The study most commonly will be introductory laboratory research work by a student considering a chemistry major, but
also may be used for other special studies by a highly prepared student in chemistry. Pre- or corequisite: varies with topic and permission of
instructor. Individual sections of the course may be offered for a grade or may be offered pass-fail only. May be repeated for a maximum of two
credits. Offered upon sufficient demand.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
CHEM 189 Chemistry Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
CHEM 281 Selected Topics 1.00
Individual studies of a special interest selected by a student and/or faculty member. The study may involve seminars, special laboratory study.
Prerequisites: varies with topic and consent of instructor. (May be repeated for up to two credits.) Offered on sufficient demand.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
CHEM 289 Chemistry Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
CHEM 289ES Chemistry Elective Environmental Science 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
CHEM 289LS Chemistry Elective Lab Science 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
CHEM 300 Chemistry Of Natural Waters 3.00
Emphasizes experimental methods used in investigations of the chemistry of natural water systems and the interpretation of chemical parameters
indicative of water quality. Does not count toward chemistry major. (Two lectures and one three-hour laboratory.)
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Prerequisites:
CHEM 106 is a pre-requisite for this class
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Even Years Only
CHEM 305 Quant Analysis Lecture 3.00
Introductory lecture course in quantitative chemical analysis with major emphasis on classical, wet chemical methods and chemical equilibria. Topics
include: concentration calculations, chemical reaction stoichiometry, equivalent weights and normality, titrimetric and gravimetric determinations,
acid-base theory, solubilities and precipitation separations, basic electrochemistry, potentiometry, introduction to uv-visible absorbance
spectrophotometry. (Three lectures.)
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of CHEM 106, and corequisite is CHEM 306.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
CHEM 306 Quantitative Analysis Laboratory 2.00
Introductory laboratory course emphasizing wet chemical methods of quantitative analysis. Representative experiments include titrimetry and basic
instrumental determinations. Applications of statistics to data analysis are discussed and applied. (One four-hour lecture/laboratory.)
Prerequisites:
CHEM 305 is corequisite for taking this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
CHEM 312 Organic Chemistry--A Short Course 3.00
One-semester survey in organic chemistry covering material which describes the structure, properties, preparation and reactions of the major classes
of organic compounds. Additional topics will be selected from chemical bonding, kinetics, mechanisms and spectroscopy. Does not count toward a
chemistry liberal education major. Counts toward a chemistry secondary education major. (Three lectures.)
Prerequisites:
CHEM 106 is prerequisite and CHEM 313 is co-requisite.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
CHEM 313 Intro Organic Chem Lab 2.00
One-semester laboratory designed to accompany CHEM 312. Work consists of laboratory preparation and study of the chemical and physical
properties of compounds of the types covered in CHEM 312. Co-requisite: CHEM 312. Does not count toward chemistry liberal arts major. Counts
toward a chemistry secondary education major. (One-hour lecture-demonstration and one three-hour laboratory.)
Prerequisites:
CHEM 312 is co-requisite.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
CHEM 320 Organic Chemistry Lecture I 3.00
First of a two-semester sequence of courses which make up a standard one-year course in beginning organic chemistry. Study of the structures,
properties, preparation and reactions of the major classes of organic compounds. Also includes basic principles of chemical bonding, kinetics,
mechanisms and molecular spectroscopy. (Three lectures.)
Prerequisites:
CHEM 106 is prerequisite; CHEM 322 AND CHEM 327 are co-requisites.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
CHEM 321 Organic Chem Lecture II 3.00
Second of a two-semester sequence of courses which make up a standard one-year course in beginning organic chemistry. Work is made up of the
study of the structures, properties, preparation and reactions of the major classes of organic compounds. Also includes basic principles of chemical
bonding, kinetics, mechanisms and molecular spectroscopy. (Three lectures.)
Prerequisites:
CHEM 320 is prerequisite; CHEM 323 is co-requisite.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
CHEM 322 Organic Chemistry Lab I 1.00
First of a two-semester sequence of laboratory courses which accompany CHEM 320 and 321. Consists of laboratory preparation and study of the
chemical and physical properties of compounds of the types covered in CHEM 320-321. Some applications of molecular spectroscopy. (Three-hour
laboratory)
Prerequisites:
CHEM 320 AND CHEM 327 are co-requisites.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
CHEM 323 Organic Chemistry Lab II 1.00
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Second of a two-semester sequence of laboratory courses which accompany CHEM 320 and 321. Consists of laboratory preparation and study of
the chemical and physical properties of compounds of the types covered in CHEM 320-321. Some applications of molecular spectroscopy.
(Three-hour laboratory.)
Prerequisites:
CHEM 321 is co-requisite.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
CHEM 327 Molecular Spectroscopy I 1.00
Elementary introduction to the spectroscopic techniques most frequently used by chemists. Brief summaries of the mechanics of the techniques will
be given, but major focus is interpretation of spectra generated by the following techniques: mass spectroscopy, infrared spectroscopy, proton and
carbon nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy, and ultraviolet spectroscopy. Students will be expected to identify and sketch structures of simple
organic compounds based on spectral interpretation. (One lecture.)
Prerequisites:
CHEM 320 is a corequisite for this class
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
CHEM 341 Introductory Physical Chemistry 3.00
Provides foundations for major area of Physical Chemistry including thermodynamics, chemical kinetics quantum theory, chemical bonding,
molecular rotations and vibrations, electronic transitions, photochemistry, and molecular interactions.
Prerequisites:
MATH 115 and PHYSICS 108 or 202, or consent of instructor
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
CHEM 345 Physical Chemistry Lect I 4.00
Exposes students to the main principles of modern thermodynamics and chemical kinetics and their applications. Key points of both areas will be
illustrated with the examples of thermodynamics of polymer blends and the effect of formation of meta-stable states in polymer thin films. (Four
lectures.)
Prerequisites:
CHEM 106, MATH 241, PHYS 202 or PHYS 206, OR permission of instructor are prerequisites.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
CHEM 346 Physical Chemistry Lecture II 3.00
Continuation of CHEM 345 emphasizing quantum theory, lasers, spectroscopy, molecular transport, and molecular reaction dynamics. Key points of
many of these areas will be illustrated with the phenomenon of surface light-induced drift. (Three lectures.)
Prerequisites:
CHEM 345 or permission of instructor. CHEM 348 is co-requisite.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Odd Years Only
CHEM 347 Physical Chemistry Lab I 1.00
Laboratory work studies laser photochemistry and other applications of lasers in chemistry, as well as thermodynamical properties of gases and
liquids, and calorimetry. (One four-hour laboratory meeting during the last eight weeks of the semester.)
Prerequisites:
CHEM 345 is co-requisite.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
CHEM 348 Physical Chemistry Lab II 2.00
Continuation of CHEM 347 consisting of laboratory studies of the applications of lasers in chemistry, including kinetic measurements,
thermodynamical properties of liquids and macromolecules, electrochemistry, and spectroscopy. (One four-hour laboratory.)
Prerequisites:
CHEM 346 is a co-requisite.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Odd Years Only
CHEM 360 Introduction to Biochemistry 3.00
One-semester survey of principles of biological chemistry. Study of the principal compounds of biochemical importance: proteins, lipids,
carbohydrates, their chemistry, metabolic breakdown and biosysthesis, enzymes, co-factors, nucleic acids, regulation of cellular systems. Three
lectures.
Prerequisites:
CHEM 312 or CHEM 321 are prerequisite.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
CHEM 365 Descriptive Inorganic Chemistry 3.00
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Survey of the basic chemistry of most elements of the periodic table, including natural abundances, typical compounds in the natural state,
purification techniques, and modern uses. Periodic trends will be explored and used as an organizing tool in understanding this chemistry. Includes
topics such as crystal packing and ionic structures of solids, acid-base theory, and redox reactions.
Prerequisites:
CHEM 106 and CHEM 312 or CHEM 320.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Even Years Only
CHEM 375 Instrumental Analysis Lecture 3.00
Survey of chemical instrumentation and instrumental methods of analysis. Instrumental methods discussed include: atomic and molecular
spectroscopy and spectrometry, chromatography, potentiometry, and voltammetry. Discussion also includes: detection limits and detectability,
sensitivity, and methods of data analysis. (Three lectures.)
Prerequisites:
CHEM 305 is prerequisite. CHEM 376 is co-requisite.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Odd Years Only
CHEM 376 Instrumental Analysis Lab 2.00
Representative experiments in many of the analytical methods discussed in CHEM 375. Some experiments involve digital data acquisition.
Computerized methods of data analysis are employed. (One four-hour laboratory.)
Prerequisites:
CHEM 375 is co-requisite.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Odd Years Only
CHEM 381 Intermediate Topics 1.00 - 3.00
May be offered for individualized or multiple-student instruction on a particular topic. May be independent study, lecture or laboratory. Topic(s)
selected based upon student interest with approval of instructor. Prerequisites: varies with topic. Introductory Physical Chemistry is currently offered
as an Intermediate Topic on a regular basis.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Even Years Only
CHEM 389 Chemistry Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
CHEM 462 Advanced Biochemistry 3.00
Second semester of a year sequence involving a study of the chemistry of living systems. Takes a more in-depth look at principles covered in the first
semester: structure and properties of amino acids and proteins, enzymes, carbohydrate and lipid metabolism and nucleic acids, and covers additional
topics including enzyme mechanisms, vitamins and co-factors, protein metabolism and bioenergetics.
Prerequisites:
CHEM 321 and CHEM 360 are prerequisite.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Even Years Only
CHEM 465 Laboratory Techniques in Biochemistry and Cell/Molecular Biology 1.00 - 2.00
Principles and practices of techniques used in biochemistry and in cell and molecular biology. Includes protein isolation and analysis, enzyme
kinetics, carbohydrate analysis, immunological techniques for analysis, and techniques of gene cloning and manipulation. Recommended: CHEM
462, BIOL 355 AND BIOL 440 or concurrent enrollment. (Lecture one hour, laboratory three hours) Cross-listed as: BIOL/CHEM 465.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Even Years Only
CHEM 481 Special Topics 1.00 - 6.00
In-depth study of specialized current topics in chemistry selected by the faculty on the basis of student/community interest. May include workshops,
seminars, field trips, special problems, independent study. May be repeated when topics are different. Prerequisite: varies with topic.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
CHEM 489 Chemistry Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
CHEM 489ES Chemistry Elective Environmental Science 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
CHEM 489LS Chemistry Elective Lab Science 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
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CHEM 491 Senior Research 1.00 - 4.00
Individual laboratory investigation of a selected problem to include a study of the related literature and formal reports. Prerequisites: CHEM 346 and
approval of instructor. (May be repeated for up to four credits.)
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
CHEM 496 Senior Paper 1.00
Preparation of a formal paper on an advanced chemistry topic. Topic must be approved by instructor. Instructor consent required. Topic chosen for
CHEM 496 may not be appropriate for CHEM 497. Consult instructor of CHEM 497. Prerequisite or corequisite: CHEM 345.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
CHEM 497 Senior Seminar In Chemistry 1.00
Each student prepares and gives one or more oral reports on a chemical topic of interest to the student and approved by instructor. Prerequisites:
CHEM 345 or senior standing in Chemistry. One lecture-discussion. Does not count toward 400-level credits for ACS certification.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
CHEM 498 Internship 1.00 - 4.00
A chemistry-related work experience with an industry, business or other organization (e.g. LSRI, LSNERR) that provides students with opportunities to
apply their learned skills to practical problems. In collaboration with a faculty sponsor, students must complete a Contract for Independent Learning
prior to registration. May be used to satisfy Senior Year Experience requirements.
Prerequisites:
Pre-requisite: CHEM 305 and CHEM 321
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
CJUS - Criminal Justice
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
CJUS 106 Crime, Behavior and Social Control 3.00
Multidisciplinary analysis of individual, community and government responses to harmful conduct; an examination of criminal, juvenile, military, and
civil justice as well as informal and personal control systems; an inquiry into the use of coercion to promote conformity or lessen injurious behavior;
special attention given to decisions, processes and institutions which respond to acts of criminality and delinquency.
University Studies Requirements:
Social Science
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
CJUS 160 Field Exp./Cert Prog CJUS 1.00 - 3.00
An academically grounded, structured professional experience in a justice setting. Students seeking credit should consult with the director of the
Criminal Justice program for application guidelines. Written approval of the instructor must be obtained before registering. Since the field experience
is an introductory, independent learning experience involving the cooperation and assistance of outside agencies, a student should notify the
instructor in writing of an interest in enrolling in the course several months before the semester of the actual field experience. Instructor consent
required. Formal arrangements with an agency may be easier to complete with careful, early planning.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
CJUS 189 Criminal Justice Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
CJUS 207 Police and Society 3.00
Broad survey of the role of the police in American society. Special attention given to the origins of policing, the nature of police organizations and
police work, and problems and issues in the relationship between police agencies and the community.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
CJUS 212 Criminal Investigations 3.00
Problems of directing and controlling criminal investigation; survey of the fundamentals of investigation, crime scene search and recording, collection
and preservation of evidence, scientific investigation, crime analysis, information sources, interview and interrogation, and case monitoring and
preparation.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
CJUS 289 Criminal Justice Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
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CJUS 289DV Criminal Justice Elective Diversity 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
CJUS 289NW Criminal Justice Elective Non-Western 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
CJUS 289SS Criminal Justice Elective Social Sciences 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
CJUS 301 Study Abroad 0.00 - 6.00
Field trips designed to give students direct experiences in foreign countries. Each program includes preparatory reading, orientation meetings, a
faculty-supervised study tour, and a detailed written evaluation of learning situations associated with the course. With consent of the relevant program
and content adaptation, programs provided by other agencies can be considered for this credit. Students must obtain approval for taking these
courses prior to participation, otherwise the course may not count. For specific degree requirements, consult your advisor. May be repeated only if
content is different.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
CJUS 312 Gender,Crime,and Justice 3.00
Exploration of the social construction of gender in crime and delinquency as well as in justice systems; analysis of how assumptions about gender
impact the interpretation and application of law; comparison of offenders, victims and practitioners using the lens of intersectionality. Cross-listed as
CJUS/GST 312.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
CJUS 316 Crime, Corrections and Punishment 3.00
Survey of philosophical, historical, sociological, psychological and political aspects of the American prison and related programs in the criminal justice
system; problems of inmate culture, control, supervision and treatment are emphasized through analysis of penal institutions and treatment/release
programs. Attention is given to examining incarceration through the "eyes" of inmates. The course may be taught from an academic service learning
perspective, involving field experiences in custodial settings.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
CJUS 318 Community Corrections 3.00
Analysis of theories and practice of probation and parole, responses of paroling authorities to public pressures and court controls and their
implications for rehabilitative efforts; analysis of feasibility and effectiveness of treatment of individuals under sentence in the community.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
CJUS 320 Special Topics 3.00
Selected topics in the administration of justice. May be repeated when the content of the special topic is substantially different from previous course
presentations. See course instructor to review content. Previous topics: Military Justice; Terrorism: Meaning and Justice; Masculinities and Crime;
Restorative Justice. As needed.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
CJUS 325 Foundations of Ethical Policing 1.00
This is the first in a series of three undergraduate courses that explore and develop capacity in ethical policing. A student who successfully completes
all three courses with a minimum of 2.0 GPA will receive the Certificate in Ethical Policing. The focus in this course will be on understanding ethics in
the context of law enforcement; using the Law Enforcement Personal Profile © to gain self-awareness into personality styles and how that can impact
officer interactions; and understanding implicit bias, including one's own biases and the implications for the profession.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
CJUS 326 Issues in Ethical Policing 1.00
This is the second in a series of three undergraduate courses that explore and develop capacity in ethical policing. A student who successfully
completes all three courses with a minimum of 2.0 GPA will receive the Certificate in Ethical Policing. The focus in this course will be on
communication skills such as de-escalation, positive engagement, and managing power in effective communication; trauma-informed policing,
resilience and stress management among officers; and exploring officer misconduct, use-of-force, and common ethical dilemmas.
Typically Offered:
Selected Spring Terms Only
CJUS 327 Leadership in Ethical Policing 1.00
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This is the final course in a series of three undergraduate courses that explore and develop capacity in ethical policing. A student who successfully
completes all three courses with a minimum of 2.0 GPA will receive the Certificate in Ethical Policing. The focus in this course will be on supervision
and leadership and creating a healthy organizational culture of support, respect and accountability within law enforcement.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
CJUS 374 Research Methods in Criminal Justice 3.00
Introduction to the research methods applied in criminology and criminal justice. Includes an examination of the scientific method, quantitative,
qualitative, and mixed methods approaches.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
CJUS 389 Criminal Justice Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
CJUS 448 Criminology 3.00
Multidisciplinary analysis of criminal behavior. Special attention devoted to the definition, nature and scope of crime in the United States and the
explanations which evolved to account for this form of deviant behavior. Includes historical analysis of criminological thought and strategies of social
control.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
CJUS 463 Delinquency and Juvenile Justice 3.00
Examination of the social and psychological dimensions of juvenile delinquency: its nature, extent, distribution and patterns; evaluation of theories
and explanations of delinquent causation; consideration of the legal processing of delinquents; programs of prevention and treatment of delinquents.
Satisfies the requirement of general education as an independent learning and a capstone experience. Students completing CJUS 463 as a senior
capstone experience will be required to give a public presentation on their work. See director of the Criminal Justice Program and/or coordinator in
Legal Studies program for more information.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
CJUS 489 Criminal Justice Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
CJUS 489DV Criminal Justice Elective Diversity 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
CJUS 489NW Criminal Justice Elective Non-Western 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
CJUS 489SS Criminal Justice Elective Social Sciences 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
CJUS 491 Applied Criminal Justice 3.00
Academic and professional development in justice settings as well as course meetings. A field experience in criminal justice that applies scholarly
research to understanding justice agencies and organizations. Students discern policies and practices of justice organizations through systematic
observations at agency sites as well as frequent, regularly scheduled course meetings with the course instructor. The workings of agencies and
agents will be measured through analytical and reflective writing exercises. Written consent of the instructor must be obtained before registering.
Since a significant part of the course is an independent learning experience involving the cooperation and assistance of outside agencies, a student
should notify the instructor in writing of an interest in enrolling in the course early in the semester before the semester of the actual field experience.
Instructor consent required. Formal arrangements with an agency may be easier to complete with careful, early planning. Students completing CJUS
491 as a senior capstone experience will be required to give a public presentation on their work. See director of the Criminal Justice Program and/or
Coordinator in Legal Studies program for more information.
Typically Offered:
Spring and Summer Terms
CJUS 492 Criminal Justice Policy Issues and Reform 3.00
Group designed research based on approved proposal of a significant and focused public policy topic. Generating a coherent researchable idea,
reviewing a literature, collecting and analyzing information/data and reporting results. Satisfies the requirement of general education as an
independent learning and a capstone experience. Students completing CJUS 492 as a senior capstone experience will be required to give a public
presentation on their work. See director of the Criminal Justice Program and/or coordinator in Legal Studies program for more information.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of both CJUS 374 and either MATH 130 or PSYC 301.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
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CJUS 497 Student Initiated Seminar 1.00 - 3.00
The program offers a specially designed seminar or student-initiated seminar when there is sufficient interest. For further information, see the
Criminal Justice Program director.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
CJUS 498 Senior Capstone Presentation 0.00
Required culminating senior-year public presentation, based on CJUS 463 (Delinquency and Juvenile Justice), CJUS 491 (Applied Criminal Justice),
CJUS 492 (Senior Thesis), or CJUS 499 (Individualized Research). See UW-Superior catalog for Criminal Justice capstone course descriptions. The
presentation will be given at a specified time in the relevant fall or spring semester prior to graduation. It may be made in one of several ways,
including an oral presentation, a poster, digital video, and theatrical or other performance. Pass-Fail. Arranged. Advisor permission required.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
CJUS 499 Individualized Research 1.00 - 3.00
Either supervised research in selected subfields of the discipline resulting in the submission of a formal research paper, or development and execution
of a project designed to apply criminal justice or social science concepts and skills to a particular situation, drawing upon the relevant scholarly
literature and resulting in submission of a formal research and experience-evaluation paper. Projects devoted to the demonstration of skills may
include, but need not be limited to: direct participation in a criminal justice agency; other activity on behalf of a criminal justice interest group;
involvement in a University justice agency; service as an intern with a government agency or a private organization with a justice interest; or an active
leadership role in a private or community organization. May be repeated once for a total of six credits. Instructor consent required. Consultation with
the instructor must take place within the first two weeks of the semester. As needed.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
COAC - Coaching
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
COAC 189 Coach Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
COAC 241 Coaching of Specific Sport-Volleyball 2.00
Theory and techniques, safety, strategy, training schedules, coaching methods and conditioning of volleyball.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
COAC 242 Coaching of Specific Sport-Football 2.00
Theory and techniques, safety, strategy, training schedules, coaching methods and conditioning of football.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
COAC 243 Coaching of Specific Sport-Basketball 2.00
Theory and techniques, safety, strategy, training schedules, coaching methods and conditioning of basketball.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
COAC 244 Coaching of Specific Sports: Track & Field/Cross-Country 2.00
Theory and techniques, safety, strategy, training schedules, coaching methods and conditioning for all aspects of track and field plus cross country.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
COAC 245 Coaching of Specific Sports-Baseball/Softball 2.00
Theory and techniques, safety, strategy, training schedules, coaching methods and conditioning.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
COAC 246 Coach Of Spec Spts-Soccer 2.00
Theory and techniques, safety, strategy, training schedules, coaching methods and conditioning.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
COAC 249 Coaching of Specific Sports: Ice Hockey 2.00
Theory and techniques, safety, strategy, training schedules, coaching methods and conditioning of ice hockey.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
COAC 250 Coaching Fieldwork 1.00 - 5.00
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Experience in coaching sports activities. Each credit equals approximately 36 hours of on-the-job coaching. Consent of instructor is required to
register for this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
COAC 289 Coach Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
COAC 341 Principles and Theory of Coaching 2.00
Analysis of the role of the coach, including the latest information concerning legal liability, administration/organizational responsibilities; various
coaching philosophies, diverse personalities of athletes, developing team cohesion, psychology of coaching and teaching techniques.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is Sophomore standing.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
COAC 389 Coach Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
COAC 456 Foundations of Sport and Exercise Psychology 2.00
Psychological and scientific principles as they pertain to understanding participants, sport and exercise environments, group processes, and
performance, enhancing health and well-being and facilitating psychological growth and development.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is Sophomore standing.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
COAC 489 Coach Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
COMM - Communicating Arts
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
COMM 104 Film and Culture 3.00
Students will learn to analyze films from aesthetic and cultural perspectives in a survey of motion pictures from their beginning to the present day. A
variety of American and/or international films showing significant artistic development will be screened. The on campus course meets for an additional
hour per week to accommodate these in class screenings.
University Studies Requirements:
Fine Arts - Appreciation
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
COMM 110 Introduction to Communication 3.00
Introduction to concepts and theories of communication and the application of those theories to interpersonal interactions, small group processes,
and public address.
University Studies Requirements:
Communicating Arts
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
COMM 122 Theatre Appreciation 3.00
An introduction to live performance through the study of artistic components involved in the theatrical process.
University Studies Requirements:
Fine Arts - Appreciation
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
COMM 125 Acting for the Stage 3.00
Introduction to the principles of acting for the stage. Students are guided through exercises, concepts and practical acting experience as they unlock
their creative potential.
University Studies Requirements:
Fine Arts - Aesthetic
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
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COMM 167 Introduction to Intercultural Communication 3.00
This course focuses on the importance of culture in our everyday lives, and the ways in which culture interrelates with and affects communication
processes.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
COMM 170 Media and Society 3.00
Survey course charts the most significant developments (technological, cultural, regulatory/political, and economic) in the evolution of several media
industries. Students examine key aspects of the changing media landscape-fragmented audiences and multiple channels, increasingly concentrated
patterns of ownership, changes in representation of gender, sexuality, and ethnicity, globalization the evolution of social media, and fewer sources of,
or need for, traditional news-and consider the implications these changes have for individuals, social groups, the economy, culture, and politics.
Emphasizes the building of skills in critical media literacy and analysis.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
COMM 180 Introduction to Technical Theatre 3.00
A hands-on approach to the art of stagecraft. Students will learn and apply techniques in set construction, lighting and sound, scenic painting and
stage properties for theatre productions.
University Studies Requirements:
Fine Arts - Aesthetic
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
COMM 189 Comm Arts Elective 1.00 - 99.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
COMM 203 News Writing and Reporting 3.00
A basic journalism course in which students practice interviewing, covering events; and writing leads, briefs and shorter news stories, on deadline.
The course offers an introduction to the history of journalism, ethical standards, and libel law.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
COMM 211 Interpersonal Communication 3.00
In-depth examination and analysis of communication in relationships across a range of contexts. Includes theoretical perspectives and applied
frameworks.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is having completed COMM 110 or consent of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
COMM 220 Theatre Portfolio Review 0.00
All theatre majors and minors are required to register for and complete a portfolio review process once a year. Each portfolio must contain a
professional resume and performance materials appropriate to their area of specialization.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
COMM 226 Professional Preparation for Theatre 1.00
Job market information, resume, and portfolio development as applicable. Field trip may be required. Open to Theatre majors only.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is successful completion of COMM 125 and COMM 180
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
COMM 254 Communication Inquiry 3.00
Exploration of communication theories, everyday ways of theorizing communication, and research methods that help us understand the complex
ways communication shapes our lives. Emphasis includes theory development, interpretation and analysis, research methodologies, and research
design. Students examine the interconnected relationship between theory and method.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
COMM 261 Beginning Digital Filmmaking 3.00
Introduction to basic videography with an extensive hands-on investigation of professional non-linear editing theory and technique.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
COMM 273 Oral Interpretation 3.00
Introduction to the process of lifting words from the page and giving them dimension in a reader’s voice and body.
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University Studies Requirements:
Fine Arts - Aesthetic
Typically Offered:
On-campus: Select Semesters
Online: Select Semesters
COMM 289 Comm Arts Elective 1.00 - 99.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
COMM 289AE Communications Elective Aesthetic Experience 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
COMM 289AH Communications Elective Art History 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
COMM 289CA Communications Elective Communicating Arts 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
COMM 289DV Communications Elective Diversity 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
COMM 289GA COMM Elective Global Awareness 1.00 - 12.00
COMM Elective Global Awareness
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
COMM 289NW Communications Elective Non-Western 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
COMM 289SS Communications Elective Social Science 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Social Science
Typically Offered:
COMM 302 Perspectives on Stage and Screen History 3.00
Examination of the relationship between stage and screen texts through the historical lens of a major cycle, movement, nationality, era, author, or
genre. Several feature films, plays, and/or television programs exemplifying historically and critically important aspects of the topic will be shown
and/or read, building an interdisciplinary conversation across mediums. In exploring the historical relationship between stage and screen, students will
develop research and writing skills. Different topics are repeatable.
Prerequisites:
Completion of COMM 104 or COMM 170, and COMM 122 or consent of instructor.
Typically Offered:
On-campus: Fall, Odd Years
COMM 304 Digital Storytelling and Social Media 3.00
Digital Storytelling and Social Media have become an increasingly important journalistic tool. In this course, students will learn how social media is
used to engage audiences, providing news updates and disseminating information across a variety of platforms using test, images, audio and video.
Students will study current social media posts by journalists and will learn and to apply the techniques of news reporting via social media.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
COMM 324 Acting for the Screen 3.00
Introduction to the principles and techniques of acting for the screen. Students collaborate on projects to apply concepts and gain experience acting
for the camera.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is having completed COMM 125 and 261.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
COMM 330 Multimedia Journalism 3.00
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This course expands the student's basic understanding of journalism; including broadcast writing, reporting and enterprise skills in digital journalism;
developing techniques of interviewing, investigation, breaking news and using social media in a journalistic way. Analysis and discussion of current
events, news values and trends in journalism. Multimedia storytelling skills will be enhanced through hands-on opportunities. Students will develop
newscasts and public affairs content in a variety of platforms and cover campus, community and regional issues. A final feature project will be
created using radio, video, print, podcast or online content.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is having completed COMM 203 or consent of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
COMM 332 Communication in Conflict 3.00
Theoretical and applied exploration and analysis of communication in diverse conflict contexts.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
COMM 348 Writing for Stage and Screen 3.00
Theory and practice in narrative writing for theatre, television and film. Includes study and application of relevant writing formats.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of WRIT 102 or instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
COMM 350 Creative Collaboration in Theatre 1.00 - 3.00
Specialized study and/or practice in theatrical production. Students register for 1-3 credits based upon the part, assignment and/or duties they have in
a particular production. Instructor consent required. repeatable up to 12 credits. Arranged.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
COMM 353 Persuasion 3.00
Cultural and critical principles and dimensions of persuasion, including the style and structures of persuasion in diverse modes of communicating.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is having completed COMM 110 or consent of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
COMM 356 Community Engagement in Ghana-Study Abroad 1.00 - 6.00
Communication is an essential part of community engagement. This course is an experiential course designed to enhance the intercultural
communication competence of students as well as to expose them to the challenges and rewards of community development in a developing
country. Travel to Ghana occurs over J-Term. Students register for partial credit in both Fall and Spring semesters. Students may register for up to 6
credits. Arranged.
Typically Offered:
J-Term Only
COMM 361 Intermediate Digital Filmmaking 3.00
Project-intensive course in which students produce, direct, and edit digital film projects. A variety of theories, techniques, and methods will be studied
and applied to the student productions. Repeatable for up to 6 credits.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is having completed COMM 261 or consent of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
COMM 365 The Director and the Text 3.00
An approach to dramatic texts from the director's perspective. Particular attention paid to the many roles and functions of the director in production.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisites for taking this course is having completed COMM 122, 125, and 180 or consent of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
COMM 370 Organizational Communication 3.00
This course focuses on the communicative processes in organizations as well as the constitutive nature of organizations, and will examine concepts
including organizational culture, leadership, emotion, change processes and the development of supportive organizational climates.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
COMM 375 Production Management 3.00
Course focuses on the logistics that contribute to a successful production.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is having completed COMM 180 and 261 or consent of instructor.
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Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
COMM 376 Group Communication Processes 3.00
Exploration of communication processes within the context of the small group with emphasis on interpersonal relations, group dynamics, leadership
and participant functions. An experiential/theoretical course.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
COMM 388 The Design Process 3.00
Exploration of the techniques and skill sets needed to design effectively and creatively.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is having completed COMM 180 or consent of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
COMM 389 Comm Arts Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
COMM 397 Digital Audio Recording and Production 3.00
This course offers an exploration of digital audio recording and production across a variety of disciplines including film and video, theatre, radio,
music, and podcasting. Students will learn about microphone selection and audio recording techniques, as well as non-linear audio editing.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is having completed COMM 261 or consent of the instructor.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
COMM 403 Experiential Learning in Multimedia Journalism 1.00 - 3.00
Specialized intensive practice in multimedia journalism activities. Experience must be designed in consultation with the course instructor and will
provide an on-campus apprenticeship experience in partnership with The Promethean, Wisconsin Public Radio (KUWS), Yellowjacket Athletics,
and/or University Marketing and Communications. Minimum 45 hours per credit. Instructor consent required. Repeatable. Contract from the instructor
prior to enrolling. Arranged.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
COMM 425 Communicating Gender 3.00
Analysis of gender and its relationship to communication. Emphasis includes the diverse ways gender shapes lived experience, and how
communicators' understanding of gender and ourselves as gendered persons get formed in communication. Students will come to understand the
range of consequences for our ways of communicating gender, at the personal, cultural, national and global levels.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
COMM 455 Theorizing Media Culture 3.00
Traces the historical development of theoretical frameworks for understanding media throughout the 20th and into the 21st century. The course is
reading-intensive and emphasizes the development skills for analyzing, critiquing, and theorizing contemporary media.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is having completed COMM 170 and Junior standing or consent of Instructor.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
COMM 462 Advanced Digital Filmmaking 3.00
Project-intensive course in which students produce, direct, and edit advanced digital film projects. A variety of theories, techniques, and methods will
be studied and applied to the student productions. Repeatable up to 6 credits.
Prerequisites:
COMM 361 or consent of instructor
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
COMM 467 Advanced Intercultural Communication 3.00
Advanced analysis of the communication dimensions involved in enhancing intercultural interactions. Focus is on identity and communication and
their relationship to each other in a diverse world.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
COMM 475 Internship 1.00 - 12.00
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Supervised work in professional communications industries and settings. Junior or senior standing, major emphasis in the area of the internship, must
have a signed Affiliation Agreement with organization with which you are interning on file in Communicating Arts Office, contract prior to registration
and consent of the Communicating Arts Department chair. Minimum 45 hours per credit. The application for internship including written consent from
the external agency (Affiliation Agreement) must be submitted to the department chair 30 days prior to enrollment. Arranged.
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
COMM 489 Comm Arts Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
COMM 489AE Communications Elective Aesthetic Experience 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
COMM 489AH Communications Elective Art History 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
COMM 489CA Communications Elective Communicating Arts 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
COMM 489DV Communications Elective Diversity 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
COMM 489GA COMM Elective 489GA 1.00 - 12.00
COMM Elective 489GA
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
COMM 489NW Communications Elective Non-Western 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
COMM 489SS Communications Elective Social Science 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Social Science
Typically Offered:
COMM 491 Senior Capstone 0.00
Required culminating senior year project which integrates and synthesizes the student's coursework (theories, concepts, skill competencies) into a
formal project and experience, negotiated with the student's major advisor and instructor for final consent and approval. Senior capstone is paired
with another course in the major. See Communicating Arts Concentration descriptions for paired courses. Pass-Fail. Arranged.
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
COMM 495 Special Topics Seminar 3.00
Specially designed seminar on any number of diverse topics within Communicating Arts. Repeatable up to twelve credits.
Typically Offered:
Fall or Spring Terms
COMM 498 Independent Study 1.00 - 6.00
Individual investigation, project, and/or production by advanced students in Communicating Arts. Designed in consultation with instructor and should
include a study of related literature and/or production techniques. Prerequisites: Instructor consent and contract prior to enrollment. Repeatable up to
12 credits. Arranged.
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
COMM 499 Intern Teaching in Communicating Arts 3.00
Working with and assisting a faculty member in teaching a lower-division Communicating Arts course. Includes applied work in preparing and
teaching the content of one or more selected units of a course under the supervision of the instructor of record. Open to Communicating Arts majors
only. Both faculty and Department Chair consent are required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
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COUN - Guidance & Counselor Education
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
COUN 481 Seminars in Counselor Education 0.50 - 3.00
Selected topics and problems in counselor education. May be taken in several units provided a different topic or problem is studied each time.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
COUN 489 Counseling and Psychological Professions Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
COUN 499 Independent Study 1.00 - 3.00
Independent study approach to topics are designed in counseling to allow the student to explore particular areas of interest beyond the stated
curriculum.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
CSCI - Computer Science
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
CSCI 101 Introduction to Computer Science 3.00
A first course in computer science providing a survey of current topics as well as core programming and related problems solving skills. Satisfies the
mathematics requirement for General Education. MATH 095 is recommended for taking this course.
University Studies Requirements:
Math/Computer Science
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is the Mathematics Placement Test, or successful completion of MATH 095 (recommended).
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
CSCI 170 Programming and Technology for the Teaching of Mathematics 3.00
Graphing and analysis of functions using graphing calculators, structured programming, use of software packages such as SAGE, Alice, and
Geogebra.
Prerequisites:
Acceptable score on the Mathematics Placement Test or completion of MATH 115 with grade of at least C-.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Even Years Only
CSCI 189 Computer Science Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
CSCI 201 Introduction to Programming 3.00
A first programming course for students with a serious interest in computing. Topics include: data types and variables; control structures; primitive and
reference data types; methods and modular programming; introduction to abstract data types and classes, and encapsulation; simple algorithms;
and programming conventions and style all done in a formal programming language.
Prerequisites:
Completion of MATH 095 with a grade of C- or better or Mathematics Placement Test of MATH 112 or higher.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
CSCI 202 Object-Oriented Programming 3.00
Continuation of CSCI 201. Programming course emphasizing the methodology of programming from an object-oriented perspective and software
engineering principles. Topics include: data structure fundamentals; exception handling; abstraction and encapsulation; inheritance and
polymorphism; pointer and reference variables; memory management, operator overloading, recursion; concurrent programming; various important
algorithms; and file processing techniques.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is having completed CSCI 201 with a grade of C- or better.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
CSCI 224 Assembly Language Programming 4.00
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Fundamentals of Assembly language programming with an emphasis to microcontroller programming. Topics include: binary representation of
numbers and strings, fundamentals of ARM microcontroller architecture; types of memory; access; arithmetic and logical operations; conditional
processing; functions and procedures; bit and string processing; recursion and stack manipulation; floating-point programming; interrupt handling;
hardware configuration; fundamentals of C programming language; combining assembly with C. Lecture and Lab.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is an acceptable score on the Mathematics Placement Test or completion of an appropriate course. MATH 113
or 102 recommended.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
CSCI 281 Special Projects 1.00 - 4.00
Individual project to learn a programming language not normally offered in the current array of programming courses. Requires weekly progress
reports and demonstration of learned skills through a project under the supervision of one or more instructors. May be repeated, but no more than a
total of 12 credits may be earned from CSCI 281. Pass-Fail only. Prerequisites: Preliminary project plan and an independent study contract.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
CSCI 289 Computer Science Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
CSCI 303 Algorithms and Data Structures 4.00
Continuation of CSCI 202. Concepts and implementation techniques for various algorithms and related data structures of particular interest to
computer scientists; analysis of the complexity (efficiency) of algorithms. Topics include: stacks and queues, hashing, graphs and trees, data
compression, game strategy, and related algorithms.
Prerequisites:
CSCI 202 with a grade of C- or better is prerequisite for taking this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
CSCI 327 Embedded Systems Design 3.00
A firmware and hardware development course for students with a serious interest in Micro-controller programming, Embedded Systems, or
Engineering. Topics include: assembly and/or C programming of micro-controllers, interrupt processing, basic hardware and logic design,
programming micro-controller peripherals like ADC, DAC, timers, PWM, comparators, programming and using serial interfaces, communication with
user, basics of printed boards design.
Prerequisites:
Completion of CSCI 224 or CSCI 201 is recommended for taking this course.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Odd Years Only
CSCI 331 Computer Graphics and Game Design 3.00
Programming course emphasizing the implementation of fundamental data structures and algorithms, as well as the use of third-party modeling
software and modern game engines, to represent and render 3D graphics. Topics include: color and output devices; 3D geometry and linear algebra;
physics of motion and gravity; convexity and collision detection; lighting and shadow; texture maps; and keyframe animation.
Prerequisites:
The prerequisite for taking this course is having completed CSCI 201.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Even Years Only
CSCI 340 Software Development and Professional Practice 4.00
Best practices in the field of software development. Students complete a medium-scale software project as members of a development team. Topics
include: professional ethics and responsibilities; multi-tier systems; software life cycle; requirements analysis; system modeling; implementation and
testing; re-engineering and maintainability. Both traditional (waterfall) and newer (agile) methodologies; design patterns; use of current technologies
for programming, project management, and source archiving.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is having completed CSCI 303
Typically Offered:
On-campus: Spring
CSCI 351 Internet Programming 3.00
Internet technologies for the World Wide Web such as XHTML, DHTML, CSS, CGI, JavaScript, and HTML5. Topics include: composing XHTML/XML
web pages; page layout control with cascading style sheets, form processing and validation, working with images and JavaScript based animation,
fundamentals of CGI programming under Unix/Linux environment, server-side programming with Perl and PHP; server configuration issues; and
database access.
Prerequisites:
The prerequisite for taking this course is having completed CSCI 201.
Typically Offered:
CSCI 356 Database Systems 3.00
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Information Management (IM) plays a critical role in almost all areas where computers are used. The course discusses the representation,
organization, transformation, and presentation of information; algorithms for efficient and effective access and updating of stored information; data
modeling and abstraction; relational algebra and Structured Query Language (SQL); and database design, implementation, querying, and
administration. Pre-requisite: Having completed CSCI 201 is recommended when enrolling in this course.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
CSCI 370 Computer Security 3.00
A course in modern computer security and how to write secure programs. Topics include computer security, authentication, basic cryptography,
identifying and stopping program threats, hacking, and secure software development.
Prerequisites:
CSCI 201 is the required pre-requisite.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Odd Years Only
CSCI 381 Special Projects 1.00 - 4.00
Various individual and small-group projects carried out under the supervision of one or more instructors. Requires weekly progress reports plus a final
report and/or a final exam. May be repeated, but no more than a total of four credits may be earned from both MATH 381 and CSCI 381. Pass-Fail
only. Preliminary project plan and an independent study contract required prior to enrollment.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
CSCI 389 Computer Science Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
CSCI 390 Computer Science Internship 1.00 - 4.00
Work in an approved position to gain experience in solving real problems using computer science. Interns may receive salaried appointments with
cooperating companies. Pass-Fail only.
Typically Offered:
CSCI 451 Operating Systems 4.00
In-depth study of the concepts, issues, and algorithms related to the design and implementation of operating systems. Topics include: process
management, process synchronization and inter-process communication; memory management; virtual memory; interrupt handling; processor
scheduling; device management; I/O; file systems; and introduction to networking and network security. Students conduct programming projects and
case studies to investigate modern operating systems such as Solaris, Linux, and Windows.
Prerequisites:
The prerequisite for taking this course is having completed CSCI 201.
Typically Offered:
CSCI 461 Computer Architecture 4.00
In depth study of fundamentals of computer hardware organization. Topics include: digital logic and circuits; hardware optimization principles; finite
state machines; computer arithmetic, machine instructions and assembly language; pipeline design, parallelism and micro-programming; memory
management and design; storage system design; I/O modules, operating system support; structure and function of computer processors, RISC vs.
CISC architecture.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is having completed CSCI 224.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
CSCI 470 Net-Centric Computing 4.00
Introduces the structure, implementation, and theoretical background of computer networking. Topics include: the ISO/OSI reference model and
protocol stack, implementation details of various network protocols, routing algorithms, wireless challenges and protocols, mobility management,
broadcasting and multicasting, multimedia networking, introduction to network security, Bluetooth application development for microcontrollers and
mobile devices..
Prerequisites:
The prerequisite for taking this course is having completed CSCI 201.
Typically Offered:
CSCI 481 Special Topics 1.00 - 4.00
Investigation of one or more topics of current interest not covered in other courses. Not intended for independent study projects. May be repeated, but
no more than a total of eight credits may be earned from both MATH 481 and CSCI 481.
Typically Offered:
CSCI 489 Computer Science Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
CSCI 498 Individual Capstone Project 1.00
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Students carry out a project under the supervision of a faculty member, write a report, and present the results to the entire department. Taken during
senior year.
Typically Offered:
CSCI 499 Group Capstone Project 3.00
Group projects in software engineering are carried out by students under supervision of a faculty member to serve community organization. Qualifies
as an Academic Service-Learning course (see Academic Service-Learning for more details).
Prerequisites:
The prerequisite for taking this course is having completed CSCI 340.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
EC - Early Childhood
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
EC 470 Child Life 3.00
Seminar course for students completing the Child Life concentration. Theoretical foundations of Child Life practice, the therapeutic relationship, family
care, assessment and documentation are covered in depth in this course. Attention is given to understanding children in the context of medical issues
as they arise in hospital settings, such as end of life care, chronic disease and emergency care. Includes up to 15 hours of field experience.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ECED - Early Childhood Education
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
ECED 189 Early Childhood Education Elective 0.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
ECED 252 Foundations of Early Childhood 3.00
Study and evaluation of early childhood models, theory, and practice for children birth to grade 3.. Students study major developmental systems,
including motor, socio-emotional, and cognitive-linguistic within a cultural framework. Students review major constructs in contemporary child
development, such as attachment, personality and temperament, as well as develop skills in observation and assessment. Includes up to 15 hours of
field observation in programs serving young children. A minimum grade of C in this course is required for all education majors. Typically Offered: Fall
Term Only On Campus and Online; (Spring Term Hybrid, as needed)
Prerequisites:
Teacher Education Non-Academic Test (TB and Criminal Background Check)
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
ECED 289 Early Childhood Education 0.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
ECED 353 Exceptional Needs of Young Children 3.00
Examines the knowledge and skills required to assess and identify children birth through age 8 with exceptional educational needs and talents.
Principles and theories of atypical child growth and development, learning theory, child maltreatment group organization and management for young
children are explored. Develops an understanding of clinical diagnoses common to infants and young children, the knowledge necessary to
implement developmentally appropriate assessment tools and to promote parent education and family involvement with young children within an
interdisciplinary framework. Includes up to 15 hours of pre-student teaching clinical work in Early Childhood programs. A minimum grade of C in this
course is required for all education majors.
Prerequisites:
Completion of ECED 252 with a C or better or concurrent enrollment in ECED 353
Typically Offered:
Fall Term, On Campus & Online
ECED 355 Child Guidance 3.00
Focus on developmentally appropriate practices, implementation, and evaluation based on typical and atypical child development, learning theory
and research. Focuses on theories of play in early childhood, implementing play based activities for children birth to age 8 through the integration of
creative arts, physical activity, social-emotional development and mental health, and basic techniques for therapeutic play. This course includes an
examination of early stress and coping, guided imagery, separation and loss. Includes 15 to 20 hours of pre-student teaching clinical work in Early
Childhood programs. A minimum grade of C in this course is required for all education majors.
Prerequisites:
ECED 252 with a C or better and Teacher Education Non-Academic Test (TB) and Criminal Background Check (CBC)
Typically Offered:
Fall Term, On Campus & Online
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ECED 357 Early Childhood Methods 3.00
This course focuses on developmentally appropriate practices, implementation, and evaluation based on typical and atypical child development and
research. Examination of pre-academic and academic skills in a wide range of areas, including mathematics, literacy, environmental science,
science, and social studies for young children birth through age 8. The relationship among the developmental domains of cognitive-linguistic,
social-emotional and motor development literacy and language development are explored. Through this course, students will develop and write
curriculum for literacy, mathematics, science, environmental science, social studies, fine and gross motor, sensory, visual arts, music and creative
movement. A minimum grade of C in this course is required for all education majors. This course includes a required pre-student teaching clinical
experience in a preschool setting.
Prerequisites:
Completion of ECED 252, ECED 353, ECED 355 and ECED 363 with a C or better. Teacher Education Non-Academic Test (TB and Criminal
Background Check)
Typically Offered:
Spring Term On Campus & Online
ECED 389 Early Childhood Education Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW- Superior course.
Typically Offered:
ECED 479 Family and Culture 3.00
This course focuses on understanding diversity and cultural competence. Students study and develop communication skills for interacting effectively
with children, family systems, and co-workers. Attention is given to understanding children in the context of family and culture, to teaching conflict
resolution skills, and to implementing anti-bias practices. A minimum grade of C in this course is required for all education majors.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term On Campus & Online
ECED 481 Seminars in Early Childhood 0.50 - 4.00
Selected topics and problems in the area of early childhood. May be taken in several units provided a different topic or problem is studied each time.
A minimum grade of C in this course is required for all education majors.
Typically Offered:
Online: Select Semesters
ECED 486 Administration of Child Development Programs 3.00
Focuses on the rapidly changing field of child development programming. Emphasis on developing the business skills and knowledge that every
director must have: funding, budgeting, selecting, training and supervising staff, housing the program, purchasing the equipment, and implementing a
standards-based evaluation for the program. Specific licensing procedures, grant writing, and program accreditation are also covered in considerable
depth. Designing accessible programs for both typical and atypically developing children is emphasized. Through this course, student will shadow the
director of a daycare facility. A minimum grade of C in this course is required for all education majors.
Prerequisites:
Teacher Education Non-Academic Test (TB and Criminal Background Check)
Typically Offered:
Spring Term On Campus & Online
ECED 489 Early Childhood Education Elective 0.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
ECON - Economics
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
ECON 189 Economics Elective 1.00 - 99.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
ECON 189BU Economics Elective SBE requirement 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credit ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
ECON 235 Economics in Society 3.00
General introductory course highlighting economic and social issues facing society markets and prices, international trade, consumers and firms’
behavior, provision of government services, primarily oriented toward students outside business and economics, including social work, sociology,
history, political science, education and the natural sciences.
University Studies Requirements:
Social Science
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
ECON 250 Principles Of Microeconomics 3.00
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The role of households, firms, and industries in the use of resources. Survey of consumption, production, markets, price determination, and industrial
organization including competition, monopoly, monopolistic competition, and oligopoly. Policy issues and undergraduate research.
University Studies Requirements:
Social Science
Prerequisites:
Co-enrolled in BUS 101 (Applies to SBE students only)
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ECON 251 Principles Of Macroeconomics 3.00
Survey of national income accounts, employment theory, economic growth, fiscal and monetary policy, money and banking, inflation and international
trade. Policy issues and undergraduate research.
University Studies Requirements:
Social Science
Prerequisites:
Co-enrolled in BUS 101 (Applies to SBE students only)
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ECON 289 Economics Elective 0.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
ECON 289BU Economics Elective SBE requirement 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credit ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course
Typically Offered:
ECON 289DV Economics Elective Diversity 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
ECON 289GA Economics Elective Global Awareness 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
ECON 289SS Economics Elective Social Sciences 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
ECON 301 Study Abroad 0.00 - 6.00
Field trips designed by department faculty to give students direct experiences in foreign countries. Each program includes preparatory reading,
orientation meetings, a faculty-supervised study tour, and a detailed written evaluation of learning situations associated with the course. With consent
of the relevant program and content adaptation, programs provided by other agencies can be considered for this credit. Students must obtain
approval for taking these courses prior to participation. Otherwise the course may not count. For specific degree requirements consult your advisor.
Course can be repeated only if the content is different. Consent of cooperating instructor and director, SBE.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ECON 330 Money and Banking 3.00
Overview of the U.S. financial system, its role in U.S. economic performance, and its ties to global capital markets. Topics include: role of money,
financial intermediaries and markets in the economy, general history and rationale for depository regulation, structure and functions of the Federal
Reserve, analysis of current economic events and monetary policy.
Prerequisites:
ECON 250 and 251, or ECON 235, or instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
ECON 333 Transportation Economics 3.00
Introductory course focuses on domestic transportation, but an international dimension is included. Covers all modes of transportation, their
micro-economic and organizational characteristics, role and function in the national economy, regulatory and policy issues, rate setting, interaction in
the supply chain, shipper and carrier relations, intermodal operations and environmental impacts.
Prerequisites:
ECON 250 and 251, or ECON 235, or instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
ECON 335 Ecological Economics 3.00
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Sustainability and sustainable development examined within an ecological economics context. Builds on core economic concepts particularly market
failure and addresses issues of sustainable scale, just distribution, and efficient allocation. Emphasizes the relationship between socioeconomic
systems and the biological/physical world. Explores the policy challenges of sustainability in a variety of contexts including climate change, energy
use, natural resource use, ecosystem services, food security, technological change and property rights.
Prerequisites:
ECON 250 and 251, or ECON 235, or instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Odd Years Only
ECON 350 Intermediate Microeconomics 3.00
Economic theory in the analysis of household, firm, and industry behavior. Includes demand, supply, production functions, price theory, industrial
organization, factor markets, general equilibrium, and welfare economics; policy issues.
Prerequisites:
ECON 250 and 251, or Econ 235
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
ECON 351 Intermediate Macroeconomics 3.00
Economic theory in the analysis of aggregate economic behavior. Topics Include national income determination and income inequality across
countries, economic growth, technological progress, unemployment, inflation, economic booms and recessions, and stabilization policies.
Prerequisites:
ECON 250 and 251, or Econ 235
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
ECON 362 Public Finance 3.00
Theoretical foundation and institutional role of government in the economy. Includes theory of social goods and public decisions, the budgeting
process, and the impact of taxation and expenditure on the allocation of resources, distribution of income, and economic stability.
Prerequisites:
ECON 250 and 251, or ECON 235, or instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Even Years Only
ECON 370 Data Exploration & Economic Analysis 3.00
The course provides students with a basic training in searching/finding, collecting/downloading, displaying/visualizing, and analyzing data. It will
develop foundational skills of students in interpreting real-world data related to economic and business activity and other relevant areas. Data from
numerous sources will be used to make data-driven decision in simple format. Students will obtain a hands-on experience in fundamentals of data by
utilizing mainly Microsoft Excel and economic theory for analytical purpose.
Prerequisites:
BUS 270 or equivalent, or instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
ECON 389 Economics Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
ECON 400 Economics Internship 2.00 - 7.00
Opportunity for students to earn academic credit by extending classroom learning to real-world settings. Students must obtain the cooperation of an
employer and prepare an internship agreement. Pass-Fail only.
Prerequisites:
ECON 350, 351 and consent of cooperating instructor and director, SBE.
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
ECON 430 International Economics 3.00
Overview of the economic interactions between countries in areas of international trade and international finance. Topics include: theories of trade,
protectionist policies, trade agreements, economic integration, role of international institutions and multinational enterprises, balance of payments,
foreign exchange rates, current international macroeconomics and monetary policy.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Prerequisites:
ECON 250 and 251, or ECON 235, or instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
ECON 435 Development Economics 3.00
Nature and process of economic development within historical and international perspectives. Includes alternative theories and strategies of
economic development; recent changes and trends in the world economy, and implications for development at the national level; selected case
studies and applications.
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University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Prerequisites:
ECON 250 and 251, or ECON 235, or instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ECON 438 Comparative Economic Systems 3.00
Analysis and development of various forms of economic organization and decision mechanisms at the societal level. Emphasis on modern
centralized, decentralized, and mixed economies; evaluation of economic performance; case studies.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Global Awareness
Prerequisites:
ECON 250 and 251, or ECON 235, or instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ECON 470 Applied Economic Analysis 3.00
Introduction to econometric theory and practice. Course includes lectures and data analysis workshops, a senior-year experience/capstone
component. Topics include: statistical inference, regression analysis, model building and problems in regression analysis.
Prerequisites:
BUS 270 or MATH 130 or its equivalent, ECON 350 or ECON 351, or instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
ECON 481 Seminar in Economic Issues 3.00
In-depth discussion of current economic issues. While the focus will be on the economic aspects, social as well as political elements will be included.
Various policy options will be developed, discussed, and analyzed.
Prerequisites:
ECON 250 and 251, or ECON 235, or instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ECON 488 Independent Study In Economics 1.00 - 3.00
Concentrated study of various economics issues.
Prerequisites:
ECON 250, 251 or 235 or consent of cooperating instructor and director, SBE.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ECON 489 Economics Elective 0.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
ECON 489DV Economics Elective Diversity 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
ECON 489GA Economics Elective Global Awareness 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
ECON 489SS Economics Elective Social Sciences 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
ENGED - English Education
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
ENGED 189 English Education Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
ENGED 275 Developing Literacy 3.00
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Introduction to language and literacy development from birth through grade 9. Considers current theories of language acquisition, emergent literacy,
and the roles literature, reading, and writing play in the development of language competence, including the study of phonics. This course includes a
required pre-student teaching clinical experience in grades K-2. A minimum grade of C in this course is required for all education majors.
Prerequisites:
Admission to the Teacher Education Program. Teacher Education Non-Academic Test (TB and Criminal Background Check)
Typically Offered:
Fall & Spr On Campus & Online
ENGED 289 English Education Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
ENGED 339 Teaching High School English 3.00
Methods of English instruction in the senior high schools; the use of literature, mass media, and other aids in developing skills in listening, speaking,
writing, and reading. Includes developing/teaching lessons in a high school English/Language Arts classroom.
Prerequisites:
Admission to Teacher Education Program or consent of instructor, completion of 12 credits of English courses, and cumulative GPA of 3.0 or
better.
Typically Offered:
Every Third Term Beg. Fall 12
ENGED 363 Developing Literacy Pre K-3 3.00
Study of the design and implementation of developmentally appropriate curricula and instruction in the language arts that foster the concept of
emergent literacy. Considers theories of emergent literacy and writing. Emphasis is on the development of language (both oral and written) and
literacy from birth through third grade. Through this course students will explore, practice, and implement developmentally appropriate literacy and
writing assessments. Students will practice analyzing assessment data and will discover how assessment data will influence developmentally
appropriate lessons. This course includes a pre-student teaching clinical experience in grades K-3. This course should be taken concurrently with
ECED 252. A minimum grade of C in this course is required for all education majors. Typically Offered: Fall & Spring - Online Only
Prerequisites:
Teacher Education Non-Academic Test (TB and Criminal Background Check)
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ENGED 370 Reading and Language Arts Methods 3.00
Study of the principles and techniques of teaching reading and the language arts of speaking, listening, and writing in the
kindergarten/elementary/middle schools grades K-9. Tutoring experience required. A minimum grade of C in this course is required for all education
majors. Typically Offered: Fall & Spring On Campus and Online, Summer Online, on occasion
Prerequisites:
Completion of ENGED 275 (C or Better) and Admission to the Teacher Education Program. Teacher Education Non-Academic Test (TB and
Criminal Background Check)
Typically Offered:
Fall & Spr On Campus & Online
ENGED 389 English Education Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
ENGED 406 Children's Literature 3.00
Study of the various types of fiction and nonfiction literatures published for, used with, or selected by children birth to age 12, particularly for use in the
classroom setting. Includes the selection, evaluation, appreciation, and use of children's literature and related media. Explores methods to help
develop a child's interest in reading and ability to appreciate quality children's literature. A minimum grade of C is required in this course for all
education majors.
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
ENGED 418 Language and Literature in the Middle Grades 3.00
Study of strategies and techniques supporting the development of language skills through literary themes. By analyzing and responding to literature
in a variety of genres, skills such as spelling, grammar, vocabulary building, literary techniques, and oral presentation will be targeted. Includes a
reading/literacy tutoring. Academic Service Learning component. A minimum of C is required in this course for all education majors and minors.
Prerequisites:
Teacher Education Non-Academic Test (TB and Criminal Background Check)
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
ENGED 464 Developing Literacy Grades 4-12 3.00
Study of the design and implementation of language arts curricula and instruction in grades 4-12. Emphasis is on language development (oral and
written) and literacy from the 4 -12 grades and developmental instruction, focusing on creating strategic lifelong readers and writers.
Prerequisites:
Completion of ENGED 370 and Admission to the Teacher Education Program. Teacher Education Non-Academic Test (TB and Criminal
Background Check)
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Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
ENGED 465 Content Area Literacy 3.00
Study of the use of literacy processes in developing student learning in the content areas. Emphasis on the integration of learning theory and subject
matter knowledge in planning instruction which makes profitable use of text and writing to meet curriculum goals in disciplinary literacy. A minimum
grade of C is required in this course for all education majors.
Prerequisites:
Admission to Teacher Education programs; successful completion of TED 300 and at least one methods course as determined by department
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
ENGED 481 Seminars in Education 1.00 - 3.00
Selected topics and problems in the area of teacher education. May be taken in several units provided a different topic or problem is studied each
time.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ENGED 489 English Education Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
ENGL - English
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
ENGL 189 English elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
ENGL 211 British Literature I 3.00
Survey of masterpieces and transitional works to 1789.
University Studies Requirements:
Humanities - Literature
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
ENGL 212 British Literature II 3.00
Survey of masterpieces and transitional works from 1789 to the present.
University Studies Requirements:
Humanities - Literature
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
ENGL 218 Nonfiction Literature and Literacy 3.00
Critical analysis and response to the structure and content of historic and contemporary nonfiction works in a variety of genres, including humorous
writings, essays, speeches, professional articles, and memoirs.
University Studies Requirements:
Humanities - Literature
Typically Offered:
Every Third Term Beg. Fall 12
ENGL 221 American Literature I 3.00
Survey of principal American writers from the Colonial Period through the mid-19th Century.
University Studies Requirements:
Humanities - Literature
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
ENGL 222 American Literature II 3.00
Survey of principal American writers from the mid-19th century to the present.
University Studies Requirements:
Humanities - Literature
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
ENGL 228 Multi-Ethnic American Literature 3.00
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Survey of a variety of multi-ethnic American literatures, including Native American, African-American, Latinx, Chicanx, Asian American, and various
European-American writings starting with the oral traditions up to the 21st Century. Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms online, Fall or Spring on
campus
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Humanities - Literature
Typically Offered:
Fall or Spring Terms
ENGL 229 Literature by Women 3.00
Survey of British and American women's literature from the Middle Ages to the Contemporary Period. Women's literature across cultures, genres, and
time periods.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Humanities - Literature
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
ENGL 241 World Literature I 3.00
Survey of selected literary works in translation from the Ancient World through the mid-17th Century. Includes works from the Western and
non-Western world.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Humanities - Literature
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
ENGL 242 World Literature II 3.00
Survey of selected literary works in translation from the late 17th Century through the Contemporary Period. Includes works from the Western and
non-Western world.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Humanities - Literature
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
ENGL 289 English Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
ENGL 289DV English Elective Diversity 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
ENGL 289ES English Elective Environmental Studies 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Natural Sciences - Environment
Typically Offered:
ENGL 289GA English Elective Global Awareness 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
ENGL 289HL English Elective Humanities Literature 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
ENGL 289W English Elective Western 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
ENGL 289W1 English Elective Writing 1 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
ENGL 289W2 English Elective Writing 2 1.00 - 12.00
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Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
ENGL 289WC English Elective World Language, Culture & Philosophy 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Humanities - WLCP
Typically Offered:
Every Fall and Odd Spring Term
ENGL 311 Shakespeare I 3.00
Study of representative comedies, histories, and tragedies through "Hamlet."
Prerequisites:
Completion of 3 credits of English Literature or consent of the instructor.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
ENGL 312 Shakespeare II 3.00
Study of selected problem comedies, later tragedies, and romances.
Prerequisites:
Completion of 3 credits of English Literature or consent of the instructor.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
ENGL 315 Chaucer 3.00
Study of Chaucer's major writings and the historical and intellectual conditions that produced the writer and his works.
Prerequisites:
Completion of 3 credits of English Literature or consent of the instructor.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
ENGL 326 Major Author 3.00
Study of selected writings of a major literary figure or figures. May be repeated for credit with different author or pair of authors.
Prerequisites:
Completion of 3 credits of English Literature or consent of the instructor.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ENGL 328 Multi-Ethnic American Novels 3.00
Study of novels by contemporary multi-ethnic American writers.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Prerequisites:
Completion of 3 credits of English Literature or consent of the instructor.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ENGL 331 British Literary Periods 3.00
Study of British poetry, prose, and the literary developments in a specific British literary period. May be repeated for credit with different content.
Prerequisites:
Completion of 3 credits of English Literature or consent of the instructor.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
ENGL 332 American Literary Periods 3.00
Study of American poetry, prose, and the literary developments in a specific American literary period. May be repeated for credit with different content.
Prerequisites:
Completion of 3 credits of English Literature or consent of the instructor.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ENGL 368 Short Story I (Pre 1945) 3.00
Study of the genre of the historic short story to 1945.
Prerequisites:
Completion of 3 credits of English Literature or consent of the instructor.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
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ENGL 369 Short Story II (Post 1945) 3.00
Study of the genre of the contemporary short story after 1945.
Prerequisites:
Completion of 3 credits of English Literature or consent of the instructor.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ENGL 389 English Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
ENGL 403 19th Century British Women Novelists 3.00
Study of writings of six major women novelists in Great Britain during the Romantic and Victorian Ages: Jane Austen, Mary Shelley, Charlotte, Emily,
and Anne Bronte; and George Eliot.
Prerequisites:
Completion of 3 credits of English Literature or consent of the instructor.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ENGL 404 Early American Fiction Writers: Poe, Melville, Hawthorne 3.00
Study of the three major Romantic period fiction writers: Poe, Melville and Hawthorne.
Prerequisites:
Completion of 3 credits of English Literature or consent of the instructor.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ENGL 405 History of the English Language 3.00
Development of English from 449 A.D. to the present.
Prerequisites:
Completion of 3 credits of English Literature or consent of the instructor.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
ENGL 409 Age of Pope, Swift, Gay 3.00
Study of the literature of the Scriblerus Club: Alexander Pope, Jonathan Swift, and John Gay.
Prerequisites:
Completion of 3 credits of English Literature or consent of the instructor.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ENGL 419 The Rise of the Novel 3.00
Study of the history and theory of the emergent novel genre as it developed in eighteenth-century Britain.
Prerequisites:
Completion of 3 credits of English Literature or consent of the instructor.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ENGL 426 Popular 20th Century Writers 3.00
Study of writings of five popular American and British 20th century writers: Huxley, Golding, Salinger, Plath, Cisneros.
Prerequisites:
Completion of 3 credits of English Literature or consent of the instructor.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
ENGL 429 The British Romantic Period 3.00
Study of the literature produced in Great Britain during the Romantic period (approximately 1798-1832).
Prerequisites:
Completion of 3 credits of ENGL courses.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ENGL 436 Hemingway's Artistry 3.00
Study of Hemingway's fiction through a consideration of his artistic vision.
Prerequisites:
Completion of 3 credits of English Literature or consent of the instructor.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
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ENGL 439 The Victorian Age 3.00
Study of the literature of the Victorian period in British Literature (1830s to 1800s).
Prerequisites:
Completion of 3 credits of ENGL courses.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ENGL 446 Key American Modernist Writers 3.00
Study of the writings of three major American modernist writers: Crane, Anderson, O'Connor.
Prerequisites:
Completion of 3 credits of English Literature or consent of the instructor.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ENGL 449 Postcolonial Literature 3.00
Study of Anglophone postcolonial literature.
Prerequisites:
Completion of 3 credits of English Literature or consent of the instructor.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ENGL 456 Avant-Garde Literature 3.00
Study of the development of the Avant-Garde as a specific component of modern and postmodern literature.
Prerequisites:
Completion of 3 credits of English Literature or consent of the instructor.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ENGL 460 Special Topics in Literature 3.00
Studies in literary themes, genres, theories, or history. May be repeated for credit with different content.
Prerequisites:
Completion of 3 credits of English Literature or consent of the instructor.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
ENGL 465 Modern American Poetry 3.00
The study of major writers and poetic movements in modern American poetry.
Prerequisites:
Completion of 3 credits of English Literature or consent of the instructor.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ENGL 466 Contemporary American Poetry 3.00
Study of major writers and poetic movements in contemporary American poetry.
Prerequisites:
Completion of 3 credits of English Literature or consent of the instructor.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ENGL 479 Literary Criticism 3.00
Historical survey of literary theory. Discussion of classical and subsequent critical theories pertaining to the function, understanding, and appreciation
of literature.
Prerequisites:
Completion of 3 credits of English Literature or consent of the instructor.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
ENGL 489 English Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
ENGL 489DV English Elective Diversity 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
ENGL 489ES English Elective Environmental Studies 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
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University Studies Requirements:
Natural Sciences - Environment
Typically Offered:
ENGL 489GA English Elective Global Awareness 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
ENGL 489HL English Elective Humanities Literature 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
ENGL 489W1 English Elective Writing 1 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
ENGL 489W2 English Elective Writing 2 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
ENGL 489WC English Elective World Language, Culture & Philosophy 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Humanities - WLCP
Typically Offered:
ENGL 491 Senior Capstone Experience 0.00
Required culminating senior year project. Students work closely with an English faculty member to further develop a research project initiated in a
course from Category 4, 5, or 6 within the Major. The project will be presented in a public forum and will have both a written and an oral component.
Pass-Fail. Arranged.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is having completed 3 credits of 300 or 400 level English course.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
ENGL 498 Independent Study 1.00 - 6.00
Advanced study for students who have shown themselves capable of independent work, carried on under direction of a staff member chosen by the
student with approval of the department chair. May be repeated for a maximum of six credits.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ENSC - Environmental Science
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
ENSC 100 Environmental Science 2.00
Basic course in human ecology for students with limited training in science. Emphasizes environmental problems related to human activity in the
modern world. Meets the General Education environmental science requirement and meets the Wisconsin Teaching Certification Requirement for
Environmental Science. Does not count toward the Biology major. No prerequisite. (Lecture two hours.)
University Studies Requirements:
Natural Sciences - Environment
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
ENSC 189 Environmental Science Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
ENSC 189ES Environmental Science Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
University Studies Requirements:
Natural Sciences - Environment
Typically Offered:
ENSC 189LS Environmental Science Elective Lab Science 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
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University Studies Requirements:
Natural Sciences - Lab
Typically Offered:
ENSC 350 Environmental Science Research Methods 2.00
This is a field-based environmental science research methods class that will: 1) provide students with hands-on experience with a suite of research
methods, 2) provide examples of real-world science-based problem-solving, and 3) demonstrate how environmental research can provide needed
information for natural resource managers to make management decisions.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of BIOL 340.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
ENSC 489 Environmental Science Elective 0.00 - 99.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
ENSC 491 Research in Environmental Science 1.00 - 4.00
A course developed in cooperation with faculty or area research laboratories designed to provide students with practical experience in environmental
science. Candidates for this course must outline a research problem and complete a Contract for Independent Learning prior to registration. (May be
repeated for a total of four credits.) Instructor consent required. May be used to satisfy Senior Experience requirement for Environmental Science.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ENSC 496 Internship in Environmental Science 1.00 - 4.00
On-the-job experience with local agencies (e.g. Wisconsin DNR) that provides students with opportunities to apply their skills to practical problems. In
collaboration with a faculty sponsor, students must complete a Contract for Independent Learning prior to registration. May be used to satisfy Senior
Experience requirement.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ENST - Environmental Studies
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
ENST 200 People and the Environment: Challenges & Actions 3.00
This course builds on knowledge of physical processes of human-environment interactions, such as climate change and freshwater depletion, to learn
about the social and cultural processes that are crucial for understanding the environmental challenges that human beings face and our best means
of dealing with them. The course includes lecture, discussion, experiential learning, and student research.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
ESL - English as a Second Language
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
ESL 131 Reading Academic Texts 3.00
Academic reading and vocabulary development for advanced-level ESL students. Texts include adapted and unadapted textbook chapters and
magazine and journal articles. Students placed into ESL courses must take these courses in their first semester at UWS. Students must pass with a
C- or better. Open only to non-native speakers of English through the UW-Superior ESL Placement Test or with instructor permission.
Typically Offered:
ESL 132 Writing for Academic Purposes 3.00
English grammar and composition for academic purposes. Includes advanced grammar, critical reading, research skills, rhetorical approaches to a
topic, writing processes, organization of content, re-writing and editing. Students placed into ESL courses must take these courses in their first
semester at UWS. Students must pass with a C- or better. Open only to non-native speakers of English through the UW-Superior ESL Placement test
or with instructor permission.
Typically Offered:
ESL 133 Listening to Academic English 2.00
Structured practice in listening and note-taking using university lectures and a variety of other academic presentations. Focuses on lecture
organization, language cues and academic vocabulary. Students placed into ESL courses must take these courses in their first semester at UWS.
Students must pass with a C- or better. Open only to non-native speakers of English through the UW-Superior ESL Placement test or with instructor
permission.
Typically Offered:
ESL 134 Speaking for Academic Purposes 2.00
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Guided practice in developing elements of clear speech for advanced-level ESL students. Emphasis on pronunciation, discussion skills and effective
individual and group presentations. Students placed into ESL courses must take these courses in their first semester at UWS. Students must pass
with a C- or better. Open only to non-native speakers of English through the UW-Superior ESL Placement test or with instructor permission.
Typically Offered:
FIN - Finance
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
FIN 189 Finance Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
FIN 189BU Finance Elective SBE requirement 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credit ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course
Typically Offered:
FIN 210 Personal Finance 3.00
Examines the basic principles and concepts of personal financial planning, purpose and operation of financial markets and institutions, economic
impact of financial literacy, and behavioral aspects of personal finance. Decisions relating to money management, credit and borrowing, real estate
ownership, savings, and investment are studied from the standpoint of the individual consumer. Recommended for non-business majors.
University Studies Requirements:
Social Science
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
FIN 212 Field Studies In Finance 1.00 - 3.00
Provides non-traditional adult learners with limited business experiences and presently enrolled freshmen and sophomores an opportunity to apply
general business knowledge to selected business projects. Pass-Fail only. Consent of cooperating instructor and director, SBE.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
FIN 288 Independent Study in Finance 1.00 - 3.00
Concentrated study of various business problems.
Prerequisites:
Consent of cooperating instructor and director, SBE.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
FIN 289 Finance Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
FIN 289BU Finance Elective SBE requirement 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credit ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
FIN 301 Study Abroad 0.00 - 6.00
Field trips designed by department faculty to give students direct experiences in foreign countries. Each program includes preparatory reading,
orientation meetings, a faculty-supervised study tour, and a detailed written evaluation of learning situations associated with the course. With consent
of the relevant program and content adaptation, programs provided by other agencies can be considered for this credit. Students must obtain
approval for taking these courses prior to participation. Otherwise the course may not count. For specific degree requirements consult your advisor.
Course can be repeated only if the content is different. Consent of cooperating instructor and director. SBE.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
FIN 320 Principles Of Finance 3.00
Examines the basic principles and concepts of financial management. Topics include time value of money, security, valuation, risk, financial analysis
and planning, working capital management, cost of capital, capital structure and capital budgeting,
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE or (Jr. status and Acct 101, Econ 235, Bus 211, and Bus 270; or instructor permission)
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
FIN 321 Managerial Finance 3.00
Advanced concepts and techniques of financial management, emphasizing the overall environment and decision making process by financial
managers. Topics include: modern portfolio theory, capital structure theory, and case studies.
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Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE and FIN 320.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
FIN 389 Finance Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
FIN 400 Finance Internship 2.00 - 7.00
Opportunity for students to earn academic credit by extending classroom learning to current area business settings. Students obtain the cooperation
of an employer and prepare a learning contract. Pass-Fail only.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE, consent of cooperating instructor and director, SBE.
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
FIN 412 Field Studies In Finance 1.00 - 3.00
Provides non-traditional adult learners with some academic and/or broad business experiences and presently enrolled juniors and seniors an
opportunity to apply general business knowledge to selected business projects. Pass-Fail only.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE and consent of coopering instructor and director, SBE.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
FIN 420 Risk Management 3.00
Principles and valuation models of derivatives for risk management. Application of financial instruments such as futures/forwards, options, and swaps
to mitigate the financial risk of corporations related to the uncertainty of future pricing of commodities, interest rates, foreign exchange rates, and
stock price indexes. .
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE and FIN 320, or consent of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
FIN 426 Investments 3.00
The study of financial securities, their valuation, and the markets where they are traded. Analyze economic and market factors affecting risk, returns,
and timing of investment decisions. Examine investment decision making within the framework of modern portfolio theory. Alternative investments
including derivatives (options and futures) are also examined.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE and FIN 320 or consent of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
FIN 488 Independent Study-Finance 1.00 - 3.00
Concentrated study of various business problems.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE, consent of cooperating instructor and director, SBE.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
FIN 489 Finance Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
FLAN - Foreign Language
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
FLAN 189 Foreign Language Elective 1.00 - 14.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
FLAN 289 Foreign Language Elective 1.00 - 14.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
FLAN 289DV Foreign Language Elective Diversity 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
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Typically Offered:
FLAN 289NW Foreign Language Elective Non-Western 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
FLAN 289WC Foreign Language Elective World Culture 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
FLAN 389 Foreign Language Elective 1.00 - 14.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
FLAN 389 Foreign Language Elective 1.00 - 14.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
FLAN 489 Foreign Language Elective 1.00 - 14.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
FLAN 489DV Foreign Language Elective Diversity 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
FLAN 489NW Foreign Language Elective Non-Western 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
FLAN 489WC Foreign Language Elective World Culture 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
FNS - First Nation Studies
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
FNS 101 Beginning Ojibwe Language 4.00
For beginning students in Ojibwe language. Introduction to the phonetics, pronunciation, and rhythm of the Ojibwa language. A standardized spelling
system and basic vocabulary will be used; focus on oral fluency.
University Studies Requirements:
Humanities - WLCP
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
FNS 110 Introduction to First Nations Studies 3.00
Explores historical and contemporary developments in First Nations communities. Incldes the history, sovereignty, and culture of tribal nations in
North America.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Humanities - WLCP
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
FNS 130 Contemporary Issues in First Nations Society 3.00
Study of contemporary developments and issues impacting the diverse Indigenous communities and nations in North America. Topics include: tribal
sovereignty, environmental justice, racism, colonialism, political mobilization, and Indigeneity.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
FNS 151 First Nations Politics and Self-Determination 3.00
Introduction to the basics of First Nations law and tribal governments, and how federal Indian policy has affected development of tribal governments
that exist today. Cross-listed as POLS 151.
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Diversity
Social Science
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
FNS 189 Indian Studies Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
FNS 201 Intermediate Ojibwe Language 4.00
Speaking and comprehension of basic Ojibwe speech patterns. Development of rudimentary reading knowledge, conversational skills, and
elementary grammar. Emphasis on vocabulary development and cultural perspectives. No prerequisite.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
FNS 223 First Nations History I 3.00
Examination of the history and culture of the First Nations people from pre-contact to 1830 (the era of Removal policy).
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Humanities - History
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
FNS 224 First Nations History II 3.00
Examination of the history and culture of the First Nations people from 1830 (the era of Removal policy) to the present.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Humanities - History
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
FNS 230 First Nations Myths and Legends 3.00
Introduction to the oral tradition of First Nations people. Explores traditional stories and legends told by native peoples for generations. Students will
understand the meaning they provided past generations of people and how their message is carried into the modern world.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
FNS 242 First Nations Values and Spiritual Beliefs 3.00
Examines a broad range of First Nations religious beliefs as they relate to the various cultural values of First Nations in North America. Emphasis on
the spiritual significance of First Nations ceremonies and their relationship to the environment. Traditional teachings of First Nations will be examined
as they relate to the lifestyles of First Nations people historically and today.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
FNS 289 First Nations Elective 1.00 - 99.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Humanities - WLCP
Typically Offered:
FNS 289DV First Nations Studies Elective Diversity 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
FNS 289ES First Nations Elective Environmental Studies 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Natural Sciences - Environment
Typically Offered:
FNS 289GA First Nations Studies Elective Global Awareness 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
FNS 289HH First Nations Elective Humanities - History 1.00 - 12.00
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Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Humanities - History
Typically Offered:
FNS 289SS First Nations Elective Social Sciences 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
FNS 289WC First Nations Elective World Language Cultures 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Humanities - WLCP
Typically Offered:
FNS 304 First Nations Literature 3.00
Examines literature by and about First Nations people. Students read novels, short stories, and poetry by First Nations authors. Students will be made
aware of how this literature differs from traditional western literature in content and theme. Also covers traditional stories that contemporary First
Nations literature is based on.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
FNS 307 Ojibwa Culture 3.00
Examines various aspects of the Ojibwa culture in depth. A hands-on approach, with students going into the field and participating in lab activities
such as wild ricing, sugar bush, drum and dance, and others. Can be repeated up to six credits.
Typically Offered:
FNS 324 First Nations Wisconsin History 3.00
History of the native peoples of Wisconsin from prehistoric times to the present. Major emphasis on the six federally recognized tribes in Wisconsin.
Cross-listed as FNS/HIST 324.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
FNS 333 The History of Indigenous Peoples 3.00
A course on a global history of Indigenous Peoples which will explore the history of conquered and marginalized societies in a world systems context.
The course examines their loss of economic resources, environmental security, cultural, linguistic and political sovereignty and their strategies for
survival and reemergence as re-empowered peoples. Examples from many regions of the world with many films. Examples may change but the
learning goals remain the same. Cross-listed as ANTH/FNS/HIST 333. Code 4. RE.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Odd Years Only
FNS 368 Cultures of Mesoamerica 3.00
Investigates current and past cultures of Mesoamerica (located in present-day Mexico, Guatemala, and neighboring areas), both past and present,
and their transformations and influence across time and borders. Employs archaeological, historical, and ethnographic data in a lecture, readings,
film and discussion format. Cross-listed as ANTH/HIST/FNS 368. ANTH 101 highly recommended. Code 2.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
FNS 386 Working with American Indian Families 3.00
Focuses on issues related to contemporary American Indian family life, including recognition of the importance of American Indian tribal contexts and
community-based assets; development and implementation of the Indian Child Welfare Act; impact of sovereignty and other social policy issues on
American Indian families; and effective social work approaches to use when helping American Indian families. Offers an opportunity to better
understand and work more effectively with American Indian families. Open to non-majors and can be used as a General Education diversity
requirement. Cross-listed FNS/SOW 386.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
FNS 389 First Nations Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
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FNS 410 First Nations Law 3.00
Examines the unique relationship between indigenous tribes of the United States and the United States government through the context of tribal
sovereignty. Explores the impact of the Supreme Court and the court's interpretation of legislation and judicial decisions of the past. Also explores the
future of the domestic dependent nations status and tribal sovereignty.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of FNS 151 or instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
FNS 460 The Study of First Nations Women 3.00
Exploration of the First Nations woman's social roles and lifestyles from a variety of tribal cultures in North America. Focuses on traditional and
contemporary values and roles of First Nations women. Cross-listed as FNS/GST 460.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
FNS 480 First Nations Society and Culture: Field Research 4.00
Teaches basic social science research techniques and how they apply to the First Nations community. Group or individual field research projects will
be completed during the semester.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
FNS 481 Counseling the First Nations 3.00
Explores counseling theory and application techniques from a First Nations perspective. First Nations world view and linear vs. holistic thinking are
principle topics. Group and individual counseling is addressed and practiced. Designed for people in helping professions that deal with First Nations
clients. Cross-listed as COUN 481/681.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
FNS 486 Special Topics 1.00 - 4.00
In-depth study of specialized current topics in First Nations Studies selected by the instructor. May be repeated for credit when instructor and/or topics
are different. Instructor's approval required.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
FNS 489 First Nations Elective 1.00 - 99.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
University Studies Requirements:
Humanities - WLCP
Typically Offered:
FNS 489DV First Nations Studies Elective Diversity 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
FNS 489ES First Nations Elective Environmental Studies 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Natural Sciences - Environment
Typically Offered:
FNS 489GA First Nations Studies Elective Global Awareness 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
FNS 489HH First Nations Elective Humanities - History 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
FNS 489SS First Nations Studies Elective Social Sciences 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
FNS 489WC First Nations Elective World Language Cultures 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
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University Studies Requirements:
Humanities - WLCP
Typically Offered:
FNS 490 Independent Study 1.00 - 4.00
Supervised independent study and/or research in First Nations Studies. Instructor's approval required.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
FREN - French
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
FREN 101 Beginning French I 3.00
Study of language fundamentals with emphasis on development of listening and speaking skills. Practice in reading and writing. Only for students
with no previous French study.
University Studies Requirements:
Humanities - WLCP
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
FREN 102 Beginning French II 3.00
Continuation of FREN 101. Appropriate for someone with up to two years of high school French.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
FREN 189 French Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
FREN 201 Intermediate French I 3.00
Intensive oral practice; review of fundamentals of French; conversation; reading. Appropriate for someone with two or three years of high school
French.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
FREN 289 French elective 1.00 - 99.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
FREN 389 French elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
FREN 489 French elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
FREN 498 French Independent Study 1.00 - 6.00
For advanced students who have successfully completed upper-division level in French and are capable of independent work. Studies carried on
under direction of instructor. May be repeated for a maximum of six credits.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
FYS - First Year Seminar
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
FYS 100 First-Year Seminar-Health Promotion/Human Performance 3.00
First Year Seminar
Prerequisites:
First Year Seminar courses are open to new freshmen only.
Typically Offered:
FYS 101 First-Year Seminar- Humanities/History 3.00
First-Year Seminar
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Prerequisites:
First Year Seminar courses are open to new freshmen only.
Typically Offered:
FYS 102 First-Year Seminar-Humanities Literature 3.00
First-Year Seminar
University Studies Requirements:
Humanities - Literature
Prerequisites:
First Year Seminar courses are open to new freshmen only.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
FYS 103 First-Year Seminar-World Language,Culture and Philosophy 3.00
First Year Seminar
Prerequisites:
First Year Seminar courses are open to new freshmen only.
Typically Offered:
FYS 105 First Year Seminar-Communicating Arts 3.00
First Year Seminar
Prerequisites:
First Year Seminar courses are open to new freshmen only.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
FYS 106 First-Year Seminar-Science/Environmental 3.00
First- Year Seminar
Prerequisites:
First Year Seminar courses are open to new freshmen only.
Typically Offered:
FYS 107 First-Year Seminar-Science/Lab 4.00
First-Year Seminar
Prerequisites:
First Year Seminar courses are open to new freshmen only.
Typically Offered:
FYS 108 First-Year Seminar-Fine Arts/Crit and Appreciation 3.00
First-Year Seminar
Prerequisites:
First Year Seminar courses are open to new freshmen only.
Typically Offered:
FYS 109 First-Year Seminar-Aesthetic Experience 3.00
First-Year Seminar
Prerequisites:
First Year Seminar courses are open to new freshmen only.
Typically Offered:
FYS 110 First-Year Seminar-Math Computer Science 3.00
First-Year Seminar
Prerequisites:
First Year Seminar courses are open to new freshmen only.
Typically Offered:
FYS 111 First Year Seminar-Humanities-History, Non-Western 3.00
First Year Seminar
Prerequisites:
First Year Seminar courses are open to new freshmen only.
Typically Offered:
FYS 112 First Year Seminar-Humanities Literature, Non Western 3.00
First Year Seminar
Prerequisites:
First Year Seminar courses are open to new freshmen only.
Typically Offered:
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FYS 113 First Year Seminar-World Lang, Culture, Non-Western 3.00
First Year Seminar
Prerequisites:
First Year Seminar courses are open to new freshmen only.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
FYS 114 First Year Seminar-Social Sciences,Non Western 3.00
First-year Seminar
Prerequisites:
First Year Seminar courses are open to new freshmen only.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
FYS 115 First-Year Seminar-Communicating Arts, Non Western 3.00
First-Year Seminar
Prerequisites:
First Year Seminar courses are open to new freshmen only.
Typically Offered:
FYS 118 First Year Seminar-FA-Art Hist,Criticism and Appreciation and Non-Western 3.00
First-Year Seminar
Prerequisites:
First Year Seminar courses are open to new freshmen only.
Typically Offered:
FYS 119 First-Year Seminar-Aesthetic Experience-Non Western 3.00
First-Year Seminar
Prerequisites:
First Year Seminar courses are open to new freshmen only.
Typically Offered:
FYS 120 First Year Seminar-Health Promotion/Human Performance, NW 3.00
First Year Seminar
Prerequisites:
First Year Seminar courses are open to new freshmen only.
Typically Offered:
FYS 121 First Yr Seminar-Humanities-History-Diversity 3.00
First Year Seminar
Prerequisites:
First Year Seminar courses are open to new freshmen only.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
FYS 122 First Year Seminar-Humanities-Literature-Diversity 3.00
First Year Seminar
Prerequisites:
First Year Seminar courses are open to new freshmen only.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
FYS 123 First-Year Seminar-World Language, Culture and Philosophy, Diversity 3.00
First Year Seminar
Prerequisites:
First Year Seminar courses are open to new freshmen only.
Typically Offered:
FYS 124 First-Year Seminar-Social Sciences, Diversity 3.00
First-Year Seminar
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Social Science
Prerequisites:
First Year Seminar courses are open to new freshmen only.
Typically Offered:
FYS 125 First-Year Seminar-Communicating Arts and Diversity 3.00
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First-Year Seminar
Prerequisites:
First Year Seminar courses are open to new freshmen only.
Typically Offered:
FYS 128 First Year Seminar-FA-Art Hist Criticism and Appreciation and Diversity 3.00
Prerequisites:
First Year Seminar courses are open to new freshmen only.
Typically Offered:
FYS 129 First-Year Seminar-Aesthetic Experience and Diversity 3.00
First-Year Seminar
Prerequisites:
First Year Seminar courses are open to new freshmen only.
Typically Offered:
GEOG - Geography
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
GEOG 100 World Regional Geography 3.00
Develops basic factual knowledge and awareness of the physical and cultural features of the world environment. Explores regional and world scale
patterns of resources, climate, applied technology and trade, political alignments, and other aspects of the current world. All world political units are
analyzed from a regional perspective. Students gain significant knowledge of world spatial relationships. Offered: Every Fall and Spring Terms on
campus; Every Spring Term On Line.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Global Awareness
Social Science
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
GEOG 102 Cultural Geography 3.00
Explores the influence of culture on perceptions, decisions, and interpersonal relations on both planetary and local scales of life. A broad range of
cultural topics are considered, including the origins of culture, human development, political and social organization, religions and languages, and
evolving human landscapes. Prepares students to be well-informed citizens of our increasingly interconnected global community. Offered On
Campus Spring Terms and On Line Fall Terms.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Global Awareness
Social Science
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
GEOG 189 Geography Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
GEOG 241 Fundamentals of GIS I 4.00
Broad introduction to cartography and Geographic Information Systems with emphases on both theory and practice. Fundamental principles of
numerical data entry, digitizing, data manipulation and analysis, and interpretation of spatially referenced data will be explored. Additional topics
include cartographic basics such as mapping, coordinate systems, projections and remote sensing. Students are introduced to the skills necessary
to run a vector-based GIS. The GIS lab offers students an opportunity to use GPS systems and GIS (ArcGIS10 Desktop, ArcGIS Pro, and ArcGIS
Online to improve their conceptual and technical GIS skills while working one-on-one with the instructor. Lab will cover map design, geodatabase
creation, spatial data download, examining metadata, geoprocessing, digitizing, geocoding, spatial analysis, and 3D-analysis. In the lab each student
will carry a real world project using ArcGIS software. (Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours.) ITS 108 or basic computer skills recommended.
Offered Every Fall and Spring Terms of Even Years Only.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
GEOG 281 Special Topics 1.00 - 6.00
In-depth study of specialized topics in geography selected by the faculty on the basis of student interests/needs. May include workshops. seminars,
special issues, etc. This course may be repeated when topics are different. Offered on demand.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
GEOG 289 Geography Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
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GEOG 289DV Geography Elective Diversity 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
GEOG 289ES Geography Elective Environmental Science 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
GEOG 289GA Geography Elective Global Awareness 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
GEOG 289LS Geography Elective with lab 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
GEOG 289SS Geography Elective Social Sciences 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
GEOG 298 Independent Study 1.00 - 4.00
Advanced study for students who have shown themselves capable of independent work, carried out under the direction of a faculty member chosen
by the student. Offered on demand. Instructor consent required.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
GEOG 302 Economic Geography 3.00
Study of how spatial organization of economic activities affects such issues as economic growth, employment, investment patterns, mobility, and the
prices paid for goods. Industrial economic activities are examined by addressing issues such as why some areas are more suitable than others for
economic activities and how markets function in the real world. Transportation networks that connect areas and issues of global interdependence are
central themes in this course. This course has been approved as Writing Certificate Eligible (WCE)--see section of catalog for WCE
Description/details. (lecture two hours, laboratory two hours) Offered On Campus Fall Terms, and On Line Spring Terms.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course for TRSP majors is completion of ECON 250 and ECON 251. Non-TRSP majors are required to take a GEOG
course or consent of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
GEOG 343 Fundamentals of GIS II 4.00
Introduction to GIS-specific content, including database, advance editing using topology, geocoding, and some advanced analysis operations. It
covers geo-statistical analysis, site suitability and modeling, raster analysis, and ArcScan tool. Introduces students to some advance functionalities of
ArcGIS Desktop, ArcGIS Pro, and introduction to ArcGIS online. Laboratory activities include mapping density, mapping change, finding what's
inside, finding what's nearby, measuring geographic distribution, analyzing pattern, and identifying clusters, best suitable sites, and modeling.
Students examine a wide range of GIS functions using the diverse analysis and data management tools. Each student is required to complete a real
world project using GIS software
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of GEOG 241.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
GEOG 350 Geography of Wisconsin 3.00
A spatial examination of the state of Wisconsin utilizing both physical and human considerations. It synthesizes and emphasizes the 20th and 21st
century environmental issues that are related to physical characteristics such as geologic history, hydrologic, and climatic forces as well as how
these physical factors have impacted the human development of the state. Examples of human issues include indigenous and immigrant settlement,
economic, and political patterns.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
GEOG 357 Advanced Topics in Human/Environment Interaction 3.00
Advanced Topics in Human/Environment Interaction is a study of the effects of the physical and biological factors affecting human population growth,
evolution, development, and settlement as well as how our behavior impacts the physical world. The influence of environment on human
development, and the schools of thought that develop, crosses many disciplinary areas of study. The basic theories integral to biology and
geography, often studied separately as part of discipline---specific courses, will be integrated into the study of humans and their physical environment.
The emphasis of the course is to offer topics from a variety diverse perspectives, with both a reading/lecture and lab component.
Prerequisites:
ENSC 100 or GEOL 120 or Instructor Consent Required.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
GEOG 389 Geography Elective 1.00 - 9.00
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Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
GEOG 402 Urban Planning and Transportation Systems 3.00
Comparative examinations of planning theories and practices that shaped the geography of 19th and 20th century urban and suburban areas.
Introduction to the interurban and interurban influences of transportation systems on land use and planning will be explored. Stresses the ways in
which planners and planning ideologies have responded to different social, economic, political and technological (transportation and communication)
innovations and pressures. The class includes an examination of 21st Century problems, pressures and solutions to urban and transportation needs.
Qualifies as an Academic-Service Learning course (see Academic Service-Learning for more details). A significant semester-long group AS-L project,
which connects the student with the Twin Ports community, is a substantial learning goal in the face-to-face section of this course. Cross-listed as
GEOG/TRSP 402. S18, S20.
Prerequisites:
For non-SBE majors, completion of GEOG 302 or consent of Instructor. For SBE majors, completion of GEOG 302 and admission to the SBE
program.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
GEOG 442 Advanced Principles of GIS 4.00
Students learn how to develop and implement various GIS application projects. The course covers spatial data conversion, spatial database
management and advance spatial analysis. Introduces image analysis and spatial analysis utilizing the extensions of ArcGIS Desktop and ArcGIS
Pro (geostatistical analysist, spatial analyst, network analyst, 3-D analyst) and remote sensing raster analysis). Each student designs a project based
on their specialty (biology, environmental science, land use, transportation, hydrogeology, demographics, economic analysis, etc.). Course builds on
the principles introduced in GEOG 343 and gives a more in-depth understanding of the technical aspects involved in spatial data handling, analysis,
and modeling. Very advanced principles of ArcGIS will be used as theoretical and applied aspects are examined through a series of practical
exercises and assignments culminating in the development of a prototype GIS.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of GEOG 343
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
GEOG 450 Capstone in Geography 3.00
This course integrates and extends classroom learning through guided research on student- selected interdisciplinary geography and
geography-related topics. After an introduction to geographic research methods and theory, students will conduct an investigation of a spatial
question. Students work individually, in consultation with faculty and interaction with peers in class, to produce a final product that is pertinent to the
major/minor. Examples of final product are: a formal written research paper, classroom-ready teaching unit, workshop materials for presentation.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
GEOG 452 GIS Special Project 2.00
This course is an undergraduate level course planned at developing more advanced GIS skills. The course is a project-based course (2 credits)
targeted students who have taken the first 2 courses in the GIS minor (GEOG241 and GEOG 343). The class is not introductory and students will
begin using more advanced analysis tools in ESRI GIS software (ArcGIS Desktop, ArcGIS Pro, and ArcGIS Online). In this course students will
propose, design, and implement a real-world project. Students will identify a concept, a problem or a concern they wish to address or solve, and
execute the project to final data products. Student completed the project will demonstrate their proficiency of the subject matter of the GIS
applications.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of GEOG 241 and GEOG 343
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
GEOG 481 Special Topics 1.00 - 6.00
In-depth study of specialized topics in geography selected by the faculty on the basis of student interest/need. May include workshops, seminars,
special issues, etc. Course may be repeated when topics are different. Offered on demand.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
GEOG 489 Geography Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
GEOG 489DV Geography Elective Diversity 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
GEOG 489GA Geography Elective Global Awareness 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
GEOG 489SS Geography Elective Social Sciences 1.00 - 12.00
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Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
GEOG 491 Undergraduate Research 1.00 - 4.00
A course developed in cooperation with faculty or area geography specialists to provide practical experience in experimental geography. Candidates
for this course must outline a research problem or focus of study. Registration for credit can only be made after all supervisory and support
requirements have been assured and the formal research plan is approved. May be repeated for a total of four credits.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of two GEOG courses and consent of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
GEOG 492 Geography Seminar 1.00
Study of a topic through literature research. Each student studies a topic and effectively summarizes the available information in written and oral
form. Prerequisite: Two prior geography courses and consent of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
GEOG 496 Internship 1.00 - 4.00
On-the-job experience with local agencies such as the Department of Transportation, urban and/or regional planning agencies, historical societies, or
other approved geography-related organization designed to provide students with realistic opportunities to apply their skills to practical problems.
Registration for credit can only be made after all supervisory and support requirements have been assured. Prerequisite: Two prior geography
courses and consent of instructor. Offered on demand.
Typically Offered:
GEOG 498 Independent Study 1.00 - 4.00
Advanced study for students who have shown themselves capable of independent work, carried out under the direction of a faculty member chosen
by the student. Offered on demand. Instructor consent required.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
GEOL - Geology
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
GEOL 110 The Dynamic Earth 4.00
An introductory science class that emphasizes the foundational principles and concepts of geology. Topics include: minerals, rocks, Earth's internal
structure, plate tectonics, geologic structures, the rock cycle, climate change, glaciers, groundwater, geologic structures, the rock cycle, climate
change, glaciers, groundwater, geologic resources and earthquakes. One weekend field trip. (lecture 3 hours, laboratory 2 hours).
University Studies Requirements:
Natural Sciences - Lab
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
GEOL 120 Our Water Resources 4.00
The Water & Environment course is designed for all students and aim to train students broadly in water resources. The course will be emphasizing on
surface water, groundwater, water use, water quality, dams, water allocation, water use conflict, and emerging water issues. Water resources will be
linked to the environmental issues that facing our globe. Problem in global change related to the land surface and water through hydrological cycle,
contamination, recharge-discharge, and water scarcity will be addressed. Students will work with various software (Aquachem, GIS, Excel) and learn
through the lab and assignments problem solving skills.
University Studies Requirements:
Natural Sciences - Environment
Natural Sciences - Lab
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
GEOL 170 Earth Science for Teachers 2.00
Broad survey of basic concepts and principles of astronomy, geology, oceanography and meteorology. Emphasizes the relationship between Earth
processes and the fundamentals of chemistry, physics, and biology. Designed especially for elementary education majors in order to fulfill an earth
science requirement. This class does not meet the General Education requirement for a laboratory science. (Lecture one hour, laboratory two hours.)
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
GEOL 189 Geology Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
GEOL 281 Special Topics 1.00 - 4.00
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In-depth study of specialized current topics in Geology selected by the faculty on the basis of student/community interest. May include workshops,
seminars, field trips, special problems, independent study, etc. May be repeated when topics are different. Offered on demand. Instructor consent
required.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
GEOL 289 Geology Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
GEOL 289ES Geology Elective Environmental Science 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
GEOL 289GA Geology Elective Global Awareness 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
GEOL 289LS Geology Elective Lab Science 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
GEOL 315 Climatology 3.00
Exploration of the processes that control Earth's climate and influence climate change affect the environment on timescales of hundreds of millions to
tens of years. The first half of the course focuses on understanding the various components of the Earth system that affect climate. The second half
emphasizes case studies and techniques useful for understanding climate change.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of BIOL 130, CHEM 105, or GEOL 110.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Odd Years Only
GEOL 350 Physical Oceanography 3.00
Emphasizes the physical and chemical processes that operate in the world's oceans. Topics include: the history of oceanography, plate tectonics of
the ocean basins, ocean basin sedimentation, ocean water physical and chemical characteristics, ocean currents, waves and tides, and
environmental issues of concern to marine scientists. (Lecture 3 hours)
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking is course is successful completion of GEOL 110.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Even Years Only
GEOL 360 Geomorphology 4.00
Geomorphology is the study of landscapes and landforms. Geomorphology entails the systematic description of landforms, analysis of the processes
that form them, and understanding their response to changes in climate, tectonics, human disturbance, and the progression of time. Includes field
trips. (Lecture 3 hours, laboratory 2 hours)
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of GEOL 110 and completion or co-enrolled in GEOG 241 or instructor permission.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Even Years Only
GEOL 389 Geology Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
GEOL 400 Watershed Hydrology 4.00
A study of water properties, occurrence, distribution, and movement and their relationship with the environment within each phase of the hydrological
cycle. Examines water quantity and quality issues, and water management policies. Uses mix of lecture- and problem-based approaches. Students
will be introduced to techniques used in addressing environmental problems such as flooding, water supplies, and groundwater contamination and
evaluation. Recommended for science students interested in the environmental sciences and/or securing a position in the environmental field. (Lecture
three hours, laboratory two hours.)
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is successful completion of CHEM 105 and either GEOL 110 or GEOL 120 or instructor consent. MATH 113 is
recommended.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Odd Years Only
GEOL 481 Special Topics 1.00 - 4.00
In-depth study of specialized current topics in Geology selected by the faculty on the basis of student/community interest. May include workshops,
seminars, field trips, special problems, independent study, etc. May be repeated when topics are different. Offered on demand. Instructor consent
required.
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Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
GEOL 489 Geology Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
GEOL 489ES Geology Elective Environmental Science 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
GEOL 489GA Geology Elective Global Awareness 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
GEOL 489LS Geology Elective Lab Science 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
GEOL 491 Undergraduate Research 1.00 - 4.00
Course developed in cooperation with faculty and area research facilities designed to provide students with practical experience in geological
research. Candidates for this course must outline a research problem. Registration for credit can only be made after all supervisory and support
requirements have been assured and the formal research plan is approved. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor. Offered on demand.
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
GEOL 496 Internship 1.00 - 4.00
On-the-job experience with local agencies and research laboratories to provide students with practical knowledge of careers in the field of geology.
Designed to provide students with realistic opportunities to apply their skills to practical problems. Registration for credit can only be made after all
supervisory and support requirements have been made. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Offered on demand.
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
GST - Gender Studies
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
GST 150 Introduction to Gender Studies 3.00
Introduction to Gender Studies explores various answers to the question: How does gender influence the way in which we interact with and are
impacted by society? To that end, this course introduces students to feminist perspectives and challenges students to incorporate self-exploration
with academic skill to analyze one's personal experience, and the experience of others, within social institutions such as family, government,
employment, religion, and education through the lens of gender. We will examine how issues of gender within our society intersect with race, ethnicity,
sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, differing abilities, and age to perpetuate a system of oppression.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Social Science
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
GST 189 Gender Studies Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
GST 210 Sociology of Gender 3.00
Introduces the social construction of sex and gender. It focuses on both local and international materials, with particular attention to gender inequality
in contemporary societies. Intersections with class, race, nation and other social categories are also explored. Cross listed with SOCI/GST 210.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Social Science
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
GST 229 Literature by Women 3.00
Survey of British and American women's literature from the Middle Ages to the Contemporary Period. Women's literature across cultures, genres, and
time periods. Credit may not be earned in both GST 229 and ENGL 229
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Humanities - Literature
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Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
GST 255 Gender and Sexuality in Writing 3.00
Explores writing on gender and sexuality with a focus on texts by lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning, intersex (LGBTQI) and allied
writers from diverse cultures, classes, races, and ethnicities. Students discover and deepen their own perspectives through writing and reading.
Students of all genders and gender identities are welcome. Cross listed as WRIT/GST 255. Course includes Academic Service-Learning (AS-L)
high-impact practice.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
GST 258 Gender, Psychology and Society 3.00
Discussion and study of development of gender roles across the lifespan. Topics include the social construction of sex and gender differences,
status and power, feminist psychology, childhood and adolescence, relationships, family, work and achievement, and diversity. Meets the Diverse
Perspectives requirement for Psychology major. Meets a requirement for the Gender Studies minor. Qualifies as an Academic Service-Learning
course, involving a 15-hour community placement commitment (see Academic Service-Learning for more details). Cross-listed as PSYC/GST 258.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
GST 270 Psychology of Men and Masculinity 3.00
This course is devoted to exploring men's experience in society, the cultural messages men receive about masculinity, and the implications of these
for behavior and mental health. Topics include: ideology about the transition from boyhood to manhood, the privileges and perils of manhood status,
men's friendships, work primacy, health issues, intimacy and power issues with women, negotiating male sexuality, male violence, and assumptions
regarding men's role in the family unit. This is a course for people of all genders about issues related to the social construction of masculinity in our
culture. Cross-listed as PSYC/GST 270. Meets the Diverse Perspectives requirement for Psychology major.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Typically Offered:
GST 289 Gender Studies Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
GST 289DV Gender Studies Elective Diversity 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
GST 289GA Gender Studies Elective Global Awareness 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
GST 289SS Gender Studies Elective Social Sciences 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
GST 301 Study Abroad 0.00 - 6.00
Field trips designed by the department faculty to give students direct experiences in foreign countries. Each program includes preparatory reading,
orientation meetings, a faculty-supervised study tour, and a detailed written evaluation of learning situations associated with the course. With consent
of the relevant program and content adaptation, programs provided by other agencies can be considered for this credit. Students must obtain
approval for taking these courses prior to participation. Otherwise the course may not count. For specific degree requirements, consult your advisor.
The course can be repeated only if the content is different.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
GST 310 Gender in Cross-Cultural Perspective 3.00
Examines the cultural construction of gender from an anthropological, cross-cultural perspective. Attention is paid to sociocultural factors such as
kinship, colonialism, industrialism, and economic development which influence gender definitions, roles, and the structure of gender relations.
Cross-listed as ANTH/GST 310.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
GST 312 Gender,Crime,and Justice 3.00
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Exploration of the social construction of gender in crime and delinquency as well as in justice systems; analysis of how assumptions about gender
impact the interpretation and application of law; comparison of offenders, victims and practitioners using the lens of intersectionality. Cross-listed as
CJUS/GST 312.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
GST 317 Men and Women in Nazi Germany 3.00
In this upper-division examination of the nature of Nazi society and Fascism more generally, the central focus will be on gender--the images of and
attitudes towards masculinity and femininity, and alternative sexualities, in the Third Reich. Changes in the role afforded to men and women, and in
beliefs about what it means to be male and female, were at the very center of the revolutionary changes that constituted the shift to the "Modern Era."
In seeking to understand Fascist attitudes toward gender, therefore, the course is seeking to understand not some peripheral aspect of Nazi society,
but its very core, the very essence of modern democracy and its nemesis, Fascism. Much attention will be focused on developing skill in
understanding and interpreting films and other visual artifacts and how they reveal ideals and assumptions about gender. Cross-listed as HIST/GST
317. Code 1. G.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
GST 322 The Construction of Gender in the United States 3.00
An examination of gender and sexual identities and roles in the United States from colonial times through the present. Explores the evolution of these
roles and identities and the social, economic, and political forces that shape them. Cross-listed as HIST/GST 322. G.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
GST 329 Women In Art 3.00
Women's expression in painting and sculpture, primarily of the 19th and 20th Centuries.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
GST 365 Philosophy of Love and Sex 3.00
In this course we will begin with the assumption that love and sex cannot be reduced to "a commotion of one's anatomy." Instead we will consider
them as two of the most meaningful aspects of human existence, as our most intimate and profound ways of relating to others and to ourselves.
Cross-listed as PHIL/GST 365.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
GST 374 Women and Politics 3.00
In the United States, women hold 18% of the seats in the 112th Congress, marking the nation 85th in its level of representation for women. Globally,
women constitute 15% of all members of parliament, although significant regional variation persists. How do gendered hierarchies continue to shape
and structure political systems? Why have women not yet reached parity in elected office? Should women be represented as women? What
difference do women bring to elective office? These and other questions are explored throughout the course, with particular attention to the historical
exclusion of women from the public arena, the methods used by women to enter electoral and activist politics, and the current political status of
women in the United States and globally. Cross-listed as POLS/GST 374.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
GST 389 Gender Studies Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
GST 393 Women, Colonialism, and Nationalism in Modern Southeast Asia 3.00
This upper-division seminar examines the role women played in Southeast Asian history from the 19th century till the present, specifically as the
region confronted the challenges of colonialism and post-colonial nation-building. Among key issues covered are (1) the encounter between Western
guns and local political systems; (2) race and racism (or, why the other group is always a barbarian); (3) how Southeast Asia became “modern”; (4)
decolonization and/or revolution; (4) political, economic and religious challenges in post-colonial nationalism; (5) the intimate and everyday lives of
Southeast Asians; and so on. We will work through these themes through the lens of the role of women and women’s groups, examining Western
tourists, governesses and wives; sex, prostitution and the control of VD; colonial-era marriage with “white guys” and the biracial children; Islam and
women; and post-colonial women political leaders. We will examine these issues within the framework of the political, social, economic and cultural
interactions between Britain, France, Holland, the United States of America, China, Japan, Malaysia, Singapore, Vietnam, Thailand, Indonesia, and
Myanmar/Burma. In addition to reading a selection of secondary and primary materials, including poems, biographies, memoirs, and histories,
students will also watch music videos and films to understand and analyze the issues. Cross-listed as HIST/GST 393. Code 3. G.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
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Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
GST 411 Bodies: Sociology of the Flesh 3.00
Examines the role of society in understanding and relating to biology, especially the human body. We tend to think of the body as a “given”, but in this
class we will explore how the body and our relationship to it has changed dramatically over place and time. We will analyze how bodies are used as
grounds for inequality, including not only those rooted in gender but also race, disability, size, and social class. This course also counts for credit
toward the Gender Studies minor. Cross-listed as SOCI/GST 411.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
GST 413 Complex Identities: Global Race, Class, and Gender 3.00
Examines race, class, gender, and other major aspects of social identity as intersecting phenomena, including some of their cousins: colonialism,
patriarchy, marginalization, and racism. We look carefully at the ways each of these systems of power shifts and influences the others by assuming
an intersectional perspective throughout the course. This course has a specifically global emphasis, looking at how seemingly fixed identities like race
change radically in different parts of the globe. This course also counts for credit toward the Gender Studies minor. Cross-listed as SOCI/GST 413.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of SOCI 101, GST 210, or instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Odd Years Only
GST 439 Victorian Age 3.00
Study of the literature of the Victorian period in British literature (1830s to late 1800s). Pre-requisites of 3 credits of ENGL courses. Cannot receive
credit for both ENGL 439 and GST 439
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
GST 456 Feminist Theory and Action 3.00
Seminar course providing a deeper look at feminist thought, building on the introduction provided in GST 150. Through readings and films, examines
conversations, controversies, and connections among a range of feminist thinkers. Students explore the intersections of feminist thought and action,
reading a variety of calls to action and articulating their own. Cross-listed as POLS/GST 456.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of GST 150 or instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
GST 459 Philosophies of Pregnancy, Childbirth and Mothering 3.00
This course will explore pregnancy, childbirth, and mothering from two perspectives-the embodied experience of women and its political-social
context. We will consider how women's firsthand experiences of motherhood are responses to a broader social milieu. This approach will enable us to
think about a variety of philosophical themes and questions with regard to our topic including: philosophical method, embodiment, sex and gender, the
origins of ethics, moral obligation, virtue, moral luck, intersubjectivity, and oppression. Cross-listed as PHIL/GST 459.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
GST 460 The Study of First Nations Women 3.00
Exploration of the First Nations woman's social roles and lifestyles from a variety of tribal cultures in North America. Focuses on traditional and
contemporary values and roles of First Nations women. Cross-listed as FNS/GST 460.
Typically Offered:
GST 489 Gender Studies Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
GST 489DV Gender Studies Elective Diversity 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
GST 489GA Gender Studies Elective Global Awareness 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
GST 489SS Gender Studies Elective Social Sciences 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
GST 490 Special Topics in Women's Studies 1.00 - 4.00
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In-depth study of specialized current topics in Women's Studies selected by the instructor. Course may be repeated for credit when instructor and/or
topics are different.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
GST 499 Independent Study 1.00 - 3.00
Supervised independent study and/or research in Women's Studies. May be supervised by any current member of the Women's Studies faculty.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is Women's Study minor, and completion of at least 3 credits in GST and instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
HHP - Health and Human Performance
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
HHP 100 Sports Conditioning I 1.00
Physical skills and stamina needed to participate in varsity sports. Not applicable toward a major or minor in Human Performance and Health
Promotion. Consent of instructor is required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
HHP 101 Sports Conditioning II 1.00
Provides skill development and conditioning necessary to participate in varsity sports. Not applicable toward a major or minor in Health and Human
Performance. Consent of instructor is required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
HHP 102 Health and Wellness 3.00
Basic knowledge and understanding of health and critical thinking that provides students with the opportunity to develop and implement a plan for
reaching their optimal level of functioning physically, emotionally, socially, mentally, spiritually, environmentally and occupationally. Does not count
toward a major or minor in Health and Human Performance. Note: Students with medical restrictions should contact the lab coordinator of HHP 102
before the first lab session. Physical Education majors and minors must earn a grade of C or better in HHP 102.
University Studies Requirements:
Health & Human Performance
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
HHP 105 Sports Conditioning III 1.00
This course will pay special attention to the physical training and conditioning necessary to participate in varsity sports. Not applicable toward a major
or minor in Health and Human Performance. Instructor consent is required to enroll in this course. Consent of instructor is required to enroll in this
course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
HHP 106 Sports Conditioning IV 1.00
Physical training and conditioning necessary to participate in varsity sports in the primary objective of this course. Not applicable toward a major or
minor in Health and Human Performance. Consent of instructor is required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
HHP 110 Introduction to HHP Majors/Minors 1.00
Summary of the catalog course schedules, careers, and professional opportunities available to the HHP majors/minors. Advisors will be assigned and
a tentative four year plan will be developed. Scientific and professional organizations, professional journals, certifications, resumes and the job search
process will be given consideration. Selected guest presenters will provide insight into career options.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
HHP 113 Level II & Level III Swimming Certification (Beginning and Advanced Beginning) 1.00
Level II covers primary skills for the beginner. Level III introduces stroke readiness.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
HHP 117 Alpine Skiing 1.00
Basic skills, techniques, conditioning, strategy, safety and rules of alpine skiing.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
HHP 119 Skating 0.50
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Basic skills, techniques, conditioning, strategy, safety and rules of ice skating.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
HHP 125 Basketball 0.50
Basic skills, techniques, safety, conditioning, strategy, and rules of basketball emphasizing the competencies needed in teaching.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
HHP 126 Field Sports, Team Handball and Flag Football 0.50
Basic skills, techniques, safety, conditioning, strategy, and rules of team sports and team handball emphasizing the competencies needed in teaching.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
HHP 127 Soccer 0.50
Basic skills, techniques, safety, conditioning, strategy, and rules of soccer emphasizing the competencies needed in teaching.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
HHP 128 Softball 0.50
Basic skills, techniques, safety, conditioning, strategy, and rules of softball emphasizing the competencies needed in teaching.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
HHP 130 Volleyball 0.50
Basic skills, techniques, safety, conditioning, strategy, and rules of volleyball emphasizing the competencies needed in teaching.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
HHP 133 Social and Square Dance 3.00
Fundamentals of various styles and techniques of movement and dance.
University Studies Requirements:
Fine Arts - Aesthetic
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
HHP 141 Outdoor Education Climbing 1.00
This course is a basic skills of climbing that includes knowledge and skill development in the following areas: equipment and equipment checks,
knots, belay technique, safety checks and climbing techniques in a variety of situations and environments.
Typically Offered:
HHP 142 Paddling 1.00
This course is a basic skills of paddling course that includes knowledge and skill development in the following areas: equipment and equipment
checks, knots, paddling technique, safety protocol and paddling techniques in a variety of situations and environments using a variety of watercraft
including canoes and kayaks.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
HHP 150 Invasion, Striking and Field Activities in PE 4.00
A content course addressing teaching strategies, movements, skill development and knowledge, rules and tactics of selected activities in Physical
Education. Students will gain practice in planning, teaching, and assessment related to Physical Education.
Prerequisites:
HHP 110
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
HHP 151 Target, Net and Wall Activities in PE 4.00
A content course addressing teaching strategies, movements, skill development and knowledge, rules and tactics of selected activities in Physical
Education. Students will gain practice in planning, teaching, and assessment Physical Education.
Prerequisites:
HHP 110
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
HHP 181 Self Defense 1.00
Basic skills, techniques, safety, conditioning, strategy, and rules of self defense.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
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HHP 182 Weight Training 1.00
Basic knowledge and skills of weight training; terms, resistance, techniques, programs, safety concepts, with practical application of these concepts
being the primary outcome.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
HHP 185 Racquetball 1.00
Basic skills, techniques, safety, conditioning, strategy, and rules of racquetball.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
HHP 186 Shooting Sports:Riflery 1.00
Shooting Sports: Riflery - Basic skills, techniques, safety, conditioning, strategy, and rules of riflery.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
HHP 187 Shooting Sports: Pistols 1.00
Basic skills, techniques, safety, conditioning, strategy, and rules of pistol shooting.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
HHP 188 Riding 1.00
Basic skills, techniques, safety, conditioning, strategy, and rules of riding.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
HHP 189 Physical Education Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior Course.
Typically Offered:
HHP 203 Group Fitness 1.00
Active participation in group exercises that promote cardiovascular endurance, muscle strength and flexibility.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
HHP 204 Aqua Dynamics 1.00
Individual fitness through specific aquatic activities
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
HHP 213 Level IV & V (Intermediate) American Red Cross Certification & Basic Water Safety 1.00
Level IV covers stroke development and increases swimmer endurance. Level V involves refinement and coordination of key strokes. Also introduces
basic water safety skills.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
HHP 217 Curling-Broomball 0.50
Basic skills, techniques, safety, conditioning, strategy, and rules of curling and broomball for teaching.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
HHP 218 Cross Country Ski-Snowshoe 0.50
Basic skills, techniques, safety, conditioning, strategy, and rules of cross country, skiing/snowshoeing for teaching.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
HHP 233 Elementary School Human Performance Activities-Children's Games 3.00
Various activities pertinent to elementary school children, with emphasis on teaching and class management.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
HHP 235 Children's Rhythms & Tumbling 3.00
Various activities pertinent to elementary school children, with emphasis on teaching and class management.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
HHP 252 Introduction into Sports and Exercise Medicine 2.00
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An introduction into the prevention and basic care of sports injuries. A theory and laboratory experience providing knowledge and understanding of
the many aspects of health care for the recreational and competitive athlete.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
HHP 275 Tennis-Racquetball 1.00
Basic skills, techniques, safety, conditioning, strategy and rules of tennis/racquetball emphasizing individual competencies for teaching purposes.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
HHP 276 Archery 0.50
Basic skills, techniques, safety, conditioning, strategy and rules of archery emphasizing individual competencies for teaching purposes.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
HHP 277 Badminton and Recreational Net Games 0.50
Basic skills, techniques, safety, conditioning, strategy and rules of badminton and recreational net games emphasizing individual competencies for
teaching purposes.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
HHP 278 Golf 0.50
Basic skills, techniques, safety, conditioning, strategy and rules of golf emphasizing individual competencies for teaching purposes.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
HHP 279 Tennis 1.00
Basic skills, techniques, safety, conditioning, strategy and rules of tennis emphasizing individual competencies for teaching purposes.
Typically Offered:
HHP 280 Track and Field 1.00
Theory and techniques, safety, strategy, training schedules, coaching methods, conditioning, psychology, and other aspects of all levels of track and
cross country.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
HHP 282 Introduction to Physical Assessment and Exercise Evaluation 1.00
Basic laboratory, clinical, and field evaluation skills used in health and fitness, exercise physiology and physical education. Skills include health and
risk assessment, cardiopulmonary evaluation, body composition, muscular strength and endurance, flexibility and general anthrometrics. Also covers
metabolic equations and an introduction to common medications encountered by exercise professionals. This is a hands-on class which prepares the
student for the exercise physiology class
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
HHP 289 Physical Education Elective 0.50 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
HHP 289AE Health & Human Performance Elective Aesthetic Experience 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
HHP 289DV Health & Human Performance Diversity 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
HHP 289ES Health & Human Performance Elective Environmental Science 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
HHP 289HP Health & Human Performance Elective Health/Human Performance 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
HHP 289NW Health & Human Performance Elective Non-Western 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
HHP 300 Varsity Sports I 1.00
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Intensive study and practice of fundamentals and team play in varsity sports. Will not count toward Health and Human Performance major or minor.
Instructor consent is required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
HHP 301 Varsity Sports II 1.00
Skill,strategy,conditioning refinement for team play in varsity sports. Not applicable toward a major or minor in Health and Human Performance.
Instructor consent is required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
HHP 304 Principles of Aqua-Dynamics 2.00
Practical applications of the principles of directing aerobic activities, including components of fitness, physiological-psychological benefits of aerobic
activity, training methods and teaching techniques.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
HHP 305 Varsity Sports III 1.00
Advanced skill/strategy refinement for team play in varsity sports. Not applicable toward a major or minor in Health and Human Performance.
Instructor consent is required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
HHP 306 Varsity Sports IV 1.00
Advanced preparation in conditioning/skills/strategies for participation in varsity sports. Not applicable toward a major or minor in Health and Human
Performance. Instructor consent is required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
HHP 312 Aquatic Safety 1.00
Provides knowledge and skill regarding patron safety and enjoyment in and around aquatic facilities. Course content and activities prepare
participants to recognize and respond quickly and effectively to aquatic emergencies. A swimming and diving pretest is required. Successful
completion of this course and requirements established by the American Red Cross will provide the participant with a certificate for Lifeguarding or
Shallow Water Attendant.
Prerequisites:
HLTH 158 is prerequisite for enrolling in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
HHP 313 Level VI,VII Advanced Swimming (ARC) and Emergency Water Safety 1.00
Refining strokes to enable swimming efficiency and long-distance swimming. Students also engage in a variety of aquatic activities and water safety
techniques.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
HHP 314 Scuba 2.00
Classroom work and water training required for taking open-water dive.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
HHP 317 Advanced Winter Sports 1.00
Instruction and participation in advanced levels of winter sport activities.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
HHP 321 Adapted Human Performance (PE) 2.00
Activity selection, curricular development and program implementation in teaching exceptional/special needs students. Includes hands-on
intervention with exceptional/special needs students.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is Junior standing or Instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
HHP 332 Motor Learning 3.00
Perceptual and motor learning concepts associated with skill development.
Prerequisites:
Completion of HLTH 264 and HLTH 265, or BIOL 270 and 280 are prerequisite for enrolling in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
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HHP 335 Sports Medicine Laboratory I 3.00
In depth study of prevention, evaluation, care, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries pertaining to physical activity. Special emphasis on evaluation
and rehabilitation of specific body regions in conjunction with the healing process.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of HHP 252.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
HHP 336 Sports Medicine Laboratory II 3.00
Continuation course in prevention, evaluation, care and treatment of injuries as they pertain to physical activity. Special emphasis on the role of
evaluation and the use of physical agents in conjunction with the healing process.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of HHP 335.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
HHP 337 Practicum in HHP 102 Lab 1.00 - 2.00
This course is designed to allow the student to apply knowledge and skills acquired in prior coursework by working with apparently healthy adults in
an applied setting.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of HHP 282, HHP 363, and HLTH 264 and HLTH 265, or BIOL 270 and BIOL 280.
Typically Offered:
HHP 339 Methods and Curriculum In Secondary Physical Education 3.00
Teaching methods, materials and fundamental principles in curriculum development for secondary physical educators. A passing score on the PPST
is required to enroll in this course.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is having completed HHP110 and having passed the PPST.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
HHP 340 Organization and Administration of Human Performance, Health & Athletics 3.00
Techniques, procedures, and principles of organizing and administering human performance, allied health and athletic programs. Emphasizes
administrative structure, legal liability, and facilities management.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is Junior standing, and completion of 20 credits in major area.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
HHP 352 Principles of Athletic Training 2.00
Advanced investigation into the care and prevention of injuries that occur with physical activity. A sports medicine approach into the areas of
recognition, management, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries related to athletic, recreational and occupational activity.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of HHP 252.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
HHP 362 Kinesiology 3.00
Review of materials associated with basic muscle identification, origin, insertion, and muscle function. Students will learn functional concepts
associated with agonist and antagonist, the primary lever systems, how the upper and lower chains of the body assist with function from birth to the
older age, and how basic biomechanics of daily function assists with or limits everyday activities and overall health. Virtual lab style activities are
used to enhance the learning environment and link knowledge to practical application of skills.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of HLTH 264, HLTH 265 or BIOL 270 and BIOL 280.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
HHP 363 Exercise Physiology 3.00
Introductory lecture and laboratory course examining the acute and chronic physiological responses to exercise. The lecture portion covers the
sub-cellular and metabolic responses to exercise, followed by the systemic responses (neuromuscular, endocrine, cardiopulmonary) as well as body
composition, environmental factors, gender, aging and training principles. The laboratory section allows students to accent the lecture portion with
hands-on laboratory experiences.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of HHP 282 and HLTH 264 and HLTH 265 or BIOL 270 and BIOL 280.
Typically Offered:
HHP 372 Consumer Health 2.00
Principles of consumerism are discussed and analyzed with regard to health care products and interventions.
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Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
HHP 376 Advanced Individual Sports 1.00 - 6.00
Instruction and participation in advanced levels of individual and dual sports.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
HHP 389 Physical Education Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
HHP 403 Health Coach 3.00
The content covered in this course will address a wide spectrum of health and behavioral concepts with focus areas in: behavioral science, nutrition,
kinesiology, exercise science, screening and fitness assessments, client program design, and legal and ethical concerns related to allied health
professions. Special consideration for children and seniors will be covered along with other special needs populations. Students will understand how
to design and coach both healthy populations and special needs populations through nutritional and fitness behavioral change and exercise
programming. Students will gain the knowledge required of an entry level health coach and will also be eligible to sit for an approved certification
upon completion.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of HHP 282, HHP 362, HLTH 366, or consent of Instructor.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
HHP 412 Lifeguard Training Instructor 1.00
American Red Cross program to qualify an individual to teach the American Red Cross Water Safety course.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
HHP 413 Water Safety Instructor (WSI) 2.00
American Red Cross program to qualify an individual to teach the ARC Swimming courses.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
HHP 414 Scuba-Open Water Certification 2.00
Open water dive requirements for certification.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of HHP 314 or its equivalent.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
HHP 417 Programs of Certification in Winter Sports Activities-Instructor's Training-Skiing 2.00
Program of certification by National Organization for Winter Sports.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
HHP 421 Assessment of the Exceptional Child in Human Performance (PE) 2.00
Federal and state laws pertaining to the education of exceptional/special needs students, knowledge of the major characteristics of the disability
areas, process for referral, placement and programming, and mainstreaming.
Prerequisites:
Co-requisite for taking this course is HHP 422.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
HHP 422 Adaptive Human Performance (PE) Fieldwork 1.00 - 8.00
Work experience with exceptional/special needs individuals. Each credit equals approximately 36 hours of on-the-job experience outside the
university.
Prerequisites:
Corequisite for taking this course is enrollment in HHP 421.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
HHP 423 Adaptive Aquatics 0.50
Work experience with exceptional/special needs individuals in an aquatic environment. Instructor consent is required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
HHP 424 Coaching Students with Special Needs 1.00 - 4.00
Theory, principles and practical application of coaching sports for exceptional/special needs students. Instructor consent is required to enroll in this
course. On demand.
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Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
HHP 435 Theories of Human Performance for the Elementary School 3.00
(For Human Performance majors.) Theory and practice of the various activities in the elementary human performance program as well as curriculum
development. School observation required.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is Junior class standing and admission to the Teacher Education Program.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
HHP 437 Practicum in Health 1.00 - 16.00
Experience under direct supervision in teaching human performance activities.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
HHP 438 Measurement and Evaluation for Human Performance 2.00
Introduction to the field of measurement, evaluation and research in human performance. Students are required to complete an independent research
project related to their intended profession. Basics of a research proposal, Institutional Review Board and power point presentations are covered.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is Junior class standing in HHP major.
Typically Offered:
On-Campus: Fall
HHP 458 Certification/Certificate Preparation 1.00 - 12.00
Students are given mentoring towards sitting for credential: Certificate or Certification that enhances their professional pursuits. Assistance with study
guides, preparatory courses such as webinars will be required for completion of this course. Instructor consent required.
Typically Offered:
On-campus: Fall & Spring
Online: Fall, Spring, & Summer
HHP 460 Cardiovascular Diagnostics 3.00
Introductory survey of theoretical considerations and practical applications of electrocardiography and other cardiac interventions.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of HHP 336 (can be concurrent).
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
HHP 463 Practicum in Fitness Lab 1.00 - 2.00
Practical and professional application relevant to organization, equipment maintenance, test administration, and interpretation of fitness programs in
corporate. community, school settings.
Typically Offered:
HHP 471 Senior Seminar: Community Health Promotion 3.00
Development, implementation, and administration of community health promotion programs. Instructor consent is required.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
HHP 489 Physical Education Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
HHP 489AE Health & Human Performance Elective Aesthetic Experience 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
HHP 489DV Health & Human Performance Elective Diversity 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
HHP 489ES Health & Human Performance Elective Environmental Science 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
HHP 489HP Health & Human Performance Elective Health/Human Performance 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
HHP 489NW Health & Human Performance Elective Non-Western 1.00 - 12.00
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Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
HHP 490 Independent Study 1.00 - 6.00
Intensive investigation of various phases, trends and/or programs in health or human performance. Each student presents a thorough paper on a
selected phase, trend or problem in human performance.
Prerequisites:
Junior Class Standing is a prerequisite for taking this course.
Typically Offered:
On-campus: Fall & Spring
Online: Fall, Spring, & Summer
HHP 491 Fieldwork 1.00 - 12.00
Varied opportunities to work in field settings. Each credit equals approximately 36 hours of on-the-job experience outside the university. Normally
open to juniors and seniors. Instructor consent is required to enroll in this course. Instructor consent is required.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
HHP 492 Experiential Learning 1.00 - 12.00
Credit for certain non-classroom experiences on campus. Normally open to juniors and seniors. Credit for experience is normally sought prior to its
occurrence. Instructor consent is required to enroll in this course. Instructor consent is required.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
HHP 493 Special/Student Initiated Seminar 1.00 - 6.00
Specially designed seminar or student-initiated seminar when there is sufficient student interest.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
HHP 494 Workshop 1.00 - 8.00
Short-term, activity/health oriented course in a specialized area. Instructor consent is required to enroll in this course. Instructor consent is required.
Typically Offered:
On-campus: Fall & Spring
Online: Fall, Spring, & Summer
HHP 495 Current Topics Seminar 1.00 - 12.00
Advanced seminar on major contemporary developments in the area of human performance and athletics.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
HHP 496 Internship 10.00 - 20.00
On-the-job experience with community agencies to provide students with realistic opportunities to apply their skills to practical problems. A student
must work at a site a minimum of 450 hours to receive internship credit. Field Experiences Director's consent is required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
HHP 497 Senior Capstone Experience 0.00
Required culminating senior year project that integrates and synthesizes the student's coursework (theories, concepts, skill competencies) into a
formal project and experience. This experience is to be negotiated with the student's major advisor and instructor for final consent and approval prior
to the student's last semester of coursework before graduation. Senior capstone is paired with another course in the major. See Health and Human
Performance major descriptions for paired courses in the Exercise Science program. Student must participate in a public presentation; i.e., Poster
Session, Power Point presentation. Pass-Fail. Arranged. Instructor Consent is required.
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
HHPED - Health and Human Performance Education
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
HHPED 343 Physical Education Methods/Curriculum for Classroom Teachers 3.00
Content areas in human performance for the elementary, middle and secondary schools including rhythms, stunts and tumbling, simple games,
fitness and manipulative activities. Teaching methods, instructional materials and evaluation techniques for each content area in a well-balanced
integrated activity based curriculum for classroom teachers. Mini-teaching in the various areas emphasized. Admissions to the Teacher Education
Program. S16, S17.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is Junior class standing and admission to the Teacher Education Program.
Typically Offered:
Spring and Summer Terms
HHPED 344 Health Methods/Curriculum for Classroom Teachers 3.00
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Content areas in health education for the elementary, middle and secondary schools, including personal health, disease, mental health, nutrition,
safety and first aid, drugs, sexuality, consumer health, community health, and environmental health. Teaching methods, instructional materials and
evaluation techniques for each content area in a comprehensive school health education program. Students develop unit and lesson plans for the
selected grade levels. Opportunities provided for practice teaching. Admissions to the Teacher Education Program. F15, F 16.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is Junior class standing and admission to the Teacher Education Program.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Summer Terms
HIST - History
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
HIST 104 The History of Human Origins 3.00
A history of human origins from the fish who crawled out of the sea to early hominids to the peopling of the continents. Uses fossil, archaeological,
experimental archaeological, linguistic, oral narrative and genetic evidence. Honors the origin narratives of diverse peoples. All religious views
welcome. Many films. Cross-listed as ANTH/HIST 104. Code 4
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Humanities - History
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
HIST 111 Modern World History 3.00
Focuses on themes rather than chronology. Students follow the growing globalization of the world through the study of themes like nationalism,
industrialization, imperialism, capitalism, decolonization, technologies, gender, race, everyday lives, world systems, migration and Diaspora. Will
employ analysis of primary documents, photographs, maps, music, films or other sources of history and build skills of effective writing, clear
presentations, use of convincing evidence, increasing geographic literacy and placing the history of specific regions in a global context. Aims to
provide an introduction to the discipline of history and its methods. Emphasis on learning to think globally. Code 4
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Humanities - History
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
HIST 112 The Ancient Mediterranean World 3.00
General-education-level course introducing students to the basic outlines of the history of the Mediterranean region -- including Greece, Rome, Spain,
northern Africa, and Palestine -- from the earliest times to the Middle Ages. While investigating some key events and stories from these places and
times, students learn to critically evaluate the ways these stories are re-told in our time, using actual texts and documents from the times in
comparison to books and movies about those times from our day. Code 1
University Studies Requirements:
Humanities - History
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
HIST 113 Soccer and identity: A Global History 3.00
This course focuses on the social, cultural and political impact of soccer across the world. It tackles issues of racial, ethnic, class and geographic
identities as well as gender dynamics through an examination of the development of soccer, and its iconic rivalries. It traces the history and
development of the game in various parts of the world – Asia, Africa, North America, South America and Europe. Students engage in critical analysis
of a range of sources: academic and popular non-fiction books; scholarly journal articles; newspaper and magazine articles; fan literature (blogs,
fanzines, FB groups etc); and audio-visual materials (films, documentaries and matches). Students learn how to use these verifiable historical
evidence to construct reasoned interpretations of the human past. In discussion sessions and other classroom activities, students are encouraged to
explore how interpretations of the past can be applied to address contemporary issues and problems.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Global Awareness
Humanities - History
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
HIST 115 World Religions 3.00
A course on the history or world religions, some great and some small: Abrahamic, Dharmic, Indigenous faiths and religions of the Tao. The course
stresses links between faiths and their historic origins. All faiths are equally respected. It is NOT a debate about which faith is true or better than
another. Code 4
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Global Awareness
Humanities - History
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
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HIST 119 Kings, Concubines, Thinkers, Farmers in East Asia 3.00
China, Japan and Korea make up one of the fastest growing regions today. We buy all sorts of stuff made in China; text on our Samsung phones;
drive our Hondas, Toyotas, and Hyundais; listen to K-pop; watch Jackie Chan and cheered on Yao Ming; read manga comics and watch anime;
consume dim sum and chow mein, ramen and sushi, kimchi and bibimbop. This course seeks to understand what makes these societies tick;
societies that share many similarities but are continually asserting their unique linguistic, cultural and political identities. We reach back to the
pre-modern period to examine the lives of the elite (emperors, princes, generals, poets, philosophers) and everyday folks (soldiers and samurais,
farmers, traders, monks, concubines). The course will use a diverse range of sources, from scholarly articles and memoirs to documentaries, movies
and music videos. The course centers on active-dynamic learning such as focused in-class discussion, presentations, critical thinking, as well as
short- and medium-length essays. It introduces students to the study and discipline of history. Code 3
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Humanities - History
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
HIST 120 Conquest and Resistance in Modern Asia 3.00
This course examines the impact of one of the key dynamics of late modern history in Asia: colonialism. It takes a comparative look at how
imperialism was experienced by the invading power and the colonized people in traditionally lesser-studied regions of the world. We look at a number
of case studies of Western and Japanese colonialism from the 19th century onwards, including – (1) the Spanish and the US in the Philippines (2) the
British experience in Asia (primarily India but also Burma); (3) the French in Vietnam; (4) The Dutch experience in Indonesia; and finally, (5) the
Japanese in China, Taiwan, and Korea, and later during WWII, in Southeast Asia. (Other case studies may also be used.) We examine the social,
economic, cultural, political, and personal impact of imperialism on both the metropole and the colony. We will read memoirs, watch music videos and
films, and discuss issues such as the nuts and bolts of colonial rule, the role of women, attitudes towards race and identity, indigenous pursuit of
modernity, and nationalism among others. Emphasis on learning to think globally and provides University Studies students and majors with an
introduction to historical thinking. Code 3
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Humanities - History
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
HIST 125 Modern Latin America 3.00
An examination of issues of development and underdevelopment using Latin America as a case study. Students will explore a variety of theories of
underdevelopment and use Latin American History to weigh the merits of these various theories. Code 2
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Humanities - History
Typically Offered:
On-Campus: Fall
HIST 130 Early-Modern Europe/From Medieval to Early-Modern Europe 3.00
An introductory course on the idea of Europe’s gradual emergence from the “Middle Ages” into the “Modern” era. Through focus on a few selected
topics like peasants’ lives, the Renaissance, the Protestant Reformation, the Scientific Revolution, or the emergence of capitalism, students will gain
familiarity with some of the key stories of the early-modern European past, while also developing skill in the basic methods and purposes of historical
inquiry. Course activities will focus on close reading of historical documents, discussion, essay writing, and formal oral argument. Code 1
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
HIST 131 Modern Europe 1789 to Present 3.00
An introductory course on Europe's tumultuous "modern" era, from the French Revolution to the present. Focus on a few key topics, like the Liberal
revolutions, industrialization, the World Wars, Nazism and totalitarianism, or the efforts to create a European Union, will allow students both to delve
deeply into particular episodes of European history and at the same time to develop skill in the basic methods and purposes of historical inquiry.
Course activities will focus on close readings of historical documents, discussion, essay writing, and formal oral argument. Code 1
University Studies Requirements:
Humanities - History
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
HIST 151 History of the United States Through 1877 3.00
Examination of a series of questions and controversies in United States history from the European conquest to the Civil War and Reconstruction.
Explores issues such as the nature of the U.S. Constitution, immigration and industrialization, slavery and emancipation. Provides general education
students and majors with an introduction to historical thinking.
University Studies Requirements:
Humanities - History
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
HIST 152 The United States Since 1877 3.00
Examination of a series of questions and controversies in United States history from the late 19th Century through the present. Explores such issues
as labor and social class, race and civil rights, gender and women's rights, the U.S. as global superpower, the Great Depression and social reform.
Provides general education students and majors with an introduction to historical thinking.
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University Studies Requirements:
Humanities - History
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
HIST 154 African-American Voices 3.00
Explores the African-American experience over the past two centuries with an emphasis on social and political discourse. The ideas of major political,
literary, cultural and intellectual figures, as well as the content of black folk and popular culture, will be examined in a social and historical context.
Authors include Douglass, DuBois, Hurston, Garvey, King, Malcolm X, and bell hooks. RE.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Humanities - WLCP
Typically Offered:
On-campus: Spring
HIST 181 The Muslim World 3.00
Survey-level course introduces students to a variety of topics about the Muslim world from multidisciplinary perspectives. The time and life of the
prophet Muhammad, the rise of great Islamic empires, Islam and women, the spread of Islam in America and the explosion of Islamic resurgence and
extremism are all topics for consideration. Code 4
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Global Awareness
Humanities - History
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
HIST 189 History Elective 1.00 - 14.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
HIST 223 First Nations History I 3.00
Examination of the history and culture of the First Nations people from pre-contact to 1830 (the era of Removal policy).
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Humanities - History
Typically Offered:
HIST 224 First Nations History II 3.00
Examination of the history and culture of the First Nations people from 1830 (the era of Removal policy) to the present.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Humanities - History
Typically Offered:
HIST 256 Introduction to Historical Research and Writing-History of Wisconsin 3.00
Introduction to basic methods of research and writing in the discipline of history using the History of Wisconsin as a subject matter. Required of all
students majoring or minoring in History. Should ordinarily be taken in the sophomore year. Enrollment limited to students majoring or minoring in
History or Social Studies, or by permission of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
HIST 264 War and Peace in Bosnia 3.00
This course is an interdisciplinary examination of various theories of the causes of conflict and conflict resolution within the specific historical context
of the disintegration of Yugoslavia during the 1990s, and particularly the Bosnian was of 1992-95. Using those historical events and the questions
they raise as a test-case, the course will try to come to some general conclusions about the nature and causes of ethnic conflict and how it differs
from interstate conflict; the reasons for and methods of international intervention, including negotiation, arbitration, adjudication, and mediation; the
factors that contribute to the success or failure of various methods of intervention and conflict resolution; the challenges involved in re-building
societies after war; and the long-term prospects for fostering peace, security, justice, and human rights through such efforts. Code 1. RE.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Even Years Only
HIST 266 War and Peace in Northern Ireland 3.00
This course is an interdisciplinary examination of various theories of the causes of conflict and conflict resolution within the general historical context
of the rise and demise of the British Empire, and particularly the Northern Ireland question. Using those historical events and the questions they raise
as a test-case, the course will try to come to some general conclusions about the nature and causes of ethnic conflict and how it differs from
interstate conflict; the reasons for and methods of international intervention, including negotiation, arbitration, adjudication, and mediation; the factors
that contribute to the success or failure of various methods of intervention and conflict resolution; the challenges involved in re-building societies after
prolonged civil war; and the long-term prospects for fostering peace, security, justice, and human rights through such efforts. Code 1. RE.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Odd Years Only
HIST 289 History Elective 1.00 - 14.00
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Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
HIST 289DV History Elective Diversity 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
HIST 289GA History Elective Global Awareness 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
HIST 289HH History Elective Humanities-History 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
HIST 289SS History Elective Social Science 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Social Science
Typically Offered:
HIST 289WC History Elective World Language, Culture & Philosophy 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
HIST 301 Study Abroad 0.00 - 6.00
Field trips designed by the Social Inquiry faculty to give students direct experiences in foreign countries. Each program includes preparatory reading,
orientation meetings, a faculty-supervised study tour, and a detailed written evaluation of learning situations associated with the course. With consent
of the relevant program and content adaptation, programs provided by other agencies can be considered for this credit. Students must obtain
approval for taking these courses prior to participation. Otherwise the course may not count. For specific degree requirements consult your advisor.
Course can be repeated only if the content is different. (Regular ongoing topics: War and Peace in Bosnia.) Code will depend on the specific program.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
HIST 311 The Working Class and the Dream of Equality in Europe 3.00
Upper-division seminar in the history of radical egalitarian movements in the 19th and 20th centuries, focusing on Europe. Tracing the evolution of the
idea of Equality from the French Revolution, Marxist socialism, Soviet communism, to the minority and student revolts of the 1960s, the course will
seek to understand this history both as a radical intellectual critique of ordinary working people seeking immediate political and economic benefits.
Emphasis will be communication their opinions in formal essays and debates. Code 1
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
HIST 314 Nationalism and Nationalist Movements 3.00
Upper-division seminar on the phenomenon of nationalism and its roles in the history of modern Europe and the modern world. One of the two main
foci is on in-depth examination of key nationalist movements in European history like the Irish, German, and Servian. These case studies are paired
with an examination of the evolution of Western social scientists; attempts to understand the nature of the phenomenon, from political-intellectual to
sociological and anthropological perspectives. Primary emphasis will be placed on students' developing the ability to understand and use academic
theories in explaining actual historical events. Code 1. RE.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
HIST 317 Men and Women in Nazi Germany 3.00
In this upper-division examination of the nature of Nazi society and Fascism more generally, the central focus will be on gender--the images of and
attitudes towards masculinity and femininity, and alternative sexualities, in the Third Reich. Changes in the role afforded to men and women, and in
beliefs about what it means to be male and female, were at the very center of the revolutionary changes that constituted the shift to the "Modern Era."
In seeking to understand Fascist attitudes toward gender, therefore, the course is seeking to understand not some peripheral aspect of Nazi society,
but its very core, the very essence of modern democracy and its nemesis, Fascism. Much attention will be focused on developing skill in
understanding and interpreting films and other visual artifacts and how they reveal ideals and assumptions about gender. Cross-listed as HIST/GST
317. Code 1. G.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
HIST 318 The Holocaust in Modern Memory 3.00
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The Holocaust, which ended more than 70 years ago, has never been more present than it is today, exercising a hold on the imagination, especially in
the United States and Western Europe, more powerful even than in the immediate aftermath of the war. But why should that be true? Why is it that the
social memory of this particular event should have such power over generations so far removed in both time and space--particularly when other
episodes of genocidal violence, similar in scale and historical importance--play almost no role in our collective memories and consciousness? This
upper-division seminar focuses attention on those questions by examining the history of the memory of the Holocaust: how it is remembered; what is
remembered and what is forgotten; how the memories are shaped; and to what uses they are put. Close readings of survivor memoirs and historical
interpretations, and visual analyses of films and monuments will help students learn to critique the ways in which all "history" is socially constructed.
Code 1. RE.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
HIST 321 The Sixties 3.00
Examines the interlocking series of social and political crises that erupted in the United States in the 1960s. Topics include: civil rights and black
power, urban unrest, the Vietnam War and the anti-war movement, the youth rebellion, the rebirth of feminism, and the conservative backlash.
Studies the underlying causes of upheaval as well as the decade's legacy. The course emphasizes the analysis and interpretation of primary
historical sources.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
HIST 322 The Construction of Gender in the United States 3.00
An examination of gender and sexual identities and roles in the United States from colonial times through the present. Explores the evolution of these
roles and identities and the social, economic, and political forces that shape them. Cross-listed as HIST/GST 322. G.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
HIST 324 First Nations Wisconsin History 3.00
History of the native peoples of Wisconsin from prehistoric times to the present. Major emphasis on the six federally recognized tribes in Wisconsin.
Cross-listed as FNS/HIST 324.
Typically Offered:
HIST 330 Envisioning World History 3.00
An exploration of different approaches to the study of World History. Students will look at major issues and controversies in the field of World History
and delve into these issues and controversies through an examination of concrete case studies. Normally taken in the junior year. Required for all
students majoring or minoring in History.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
HIST 333 The History of Indigenous Peoples 3.00
A course on a global history of Indigenous Peoples which will explore the history of conquered and marginalized societies in a world systems context.
The course examines their loss of economic resources, environmental security, cultural, linguistic and political sovereignty and their strategies for
survival and reemergence as re-empowered peoples. Examples from many regions of the world with many films. Examples may change but the
learning goals remain the same. Cross-listed as ANTH/FNS/HIST 333. Code 4. RE.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Odd Years Only
HIST 363 Civil War and Reconstruction 3.00
Examination of the American Civil War and its aftermath emphasizing social and political history. Organized around three main questions: Why did
civil war erupt in the United States in 1861? What effect did the wartime experience have on American society? What was at stake in the struggles of
the Reconstruction period?
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
HIST 368 Cultures of Mesoamerica 3.00
Investigates current and past cultures of Mesoamerica (located in present-day Mexico, Guatemala, and neighboring areas), both past and present,
and their transformations and influence across time and borders. Employs archaeological, historical, and ethnographic data in a lecture, readings,
film and discussion format. Cross-listed as ANTH/HIST/FNS 368. ANTH 101 highly recommended. Code 2.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
HIST 369 The Shadow Of Mexican Revolution 3.00
Examines the revolution of 1910-1920 and its legacy with particular emphasis upon the ways in which the culture, politics, and society of
twentieth-century Mexico evolved in the revolution's shadow. Particular attention is paid to the interrelated development of the state and the nation in
modern Mexico. Includes significant attention to art and literature as historical sources. Code 3.
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Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
HIST 385 Samurai: A History of Japan 3.00
This upper-division course traces the history of Japan through the development of the samurai as a distinct social group over the last millennium. We
will focus on the formation of a distinctive Japanese culture and identity through its initial interaction with cultures inhabiting present-day Korea and
China; its borrowing and adaptation of political, economic, social, linguistic, religious and educational elements from China and Korea; and the
repeated opening and closing of Japan to the outside world over the course of several centuries. We will also look at Japan’s contact with the West,
beginning with Dutch traders, the encounter with Commodore Perry’s US naval fleet of Black Ships, and the conflict with the Allies (principally the US)
during WWII. We will examine these issues through the lens of samurai culture: exploring the myths and reality of samurais as warriors and
bureaucrats, their professional and family lives, and their symbolic meaning within Japanese and popular culture; and so on. We will also consider
whether this samurai/Japanese ethos is culturally and geographically specific, or transferable. This seminar-style course uses first person accounts;
tales, fables and histories; scholarly articles; and films (not just the great Kurosawa epics, but also lesser-known accounts by Mizoguchi Kenji, Inagaki
Hiroshi, Jim Jarmusch, Hirayama, Oshima, Yamada and others). Code 3
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
HIST 389 History Elective 1.00 - 99.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
HIST 393 Women, Colonialism, and Nationalism in Modern Southeast Asia 3.00
This upper-division seminar examines the role women played in Southeast Asian history from the 19th century till the present, specifically as the
region confronted the challenges of colonialism and post-colonial nation-building. Among key issues covered are (1) the encounter between Western
guns and local political systems; (2) race and racism (or, why the other group is always a barbarian); (3) how Southeast Asia became “modern”; (4)
decolonization and/or revolution; (4) political, economic and religious challenges in post-colonial nationalism; (5) the intimate and everyday lives of
Southeast Asians; and so on. We will work through these themes through the lens of the role of women and women’s groups, examining Western
tourists, governesses and wives; sex, prostitution and the control of VD; colonial-era marriage with “white guys” and the biracial children; Islam and
women; and post-colonial women political leaders. We will examine these issues within the framework of the political, social, economic and cultural
interactions between Britain, France, Holland, the United States of America, China, Japan, Malaysia, Singapore, Vietnam, Thailand, Indonesia, and
Myanmar/Burma. In addition to reading a selection of secondary and primary materials, including poems, biographies, memoirs, and histories,
students will also watch music videos and films to understand and analyze the issues. Cross-listed as HIST/GST 393. Code 3. G.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
HIST 394 Interrogating the Vietnam War: A History of Modern Vietnam (1885-1975) 3.00
When we think of the Vietnam War, we think of a critical period in 20th century American history: the swinging 60s, napalm bombs, mysterious Viet
Cong fighters, campus protests, the peace movement, and America’s defeat. We may even think of Tom Cruise in Born on the Fourth of July, or that
famous picture of desperate people climbing up the ladder to a helicopter on the roof of the US embassy. But there is another side to the war: the
“Vietnam” side. This course explores the conflict from that other side. To understand why the Vietnamese took up arms, we examine roughly a century
of history beginning with the complete loss of independence to the French in the 1880s and ending with the reunification of the country in 1975. We
explore why the Vietnamese resented the French, how young Vietnamese broke with their centuries-long traditions and radicalized, how women found
opportunities in a new modernity, how Ho Chi Minh made several efforts to ally with America (and why the US said “No”), and how, ultimately, the US
got drawn into a war it had little understanding of. Along the way, we will explore the changing nature of what it means to be Vietnamese on a
personal, social and national level, as Vietnamese of different ethnic, class, gender and educational groups, from various geographic areas, confront
new forces that re-shape their identities. We will read a mixture of primary and secondary materials, including films, memoirs, recollections,
newspaper articles and autobiographies by Vietnamese participants. Code 3. RE.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
HIST 395 Modern India: From Gandhi to Slumdog Millionaire 3.00
This course examines the impact of colonialism on the Indian subcontinent and on the formation of the modern India. We will also explore
contemporary post-colonial themes such as the urbanization of India, the question of Indian-ness in the face of a growing and prosperous global
Indian diaspora (or, why there is an Indian restaurant in just about any town in the US). This course is mainly conducted as a seminar in which
students take the lead in presenting and discussing the material. The aim is not just to foster a higher level of critical reading, writing, thinking and
speaking, but to also refine professional work habits. Code 3. RE.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
HIST 489 History Elective 1.00 - 99.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
HIST 489DV History Elective Diversity 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
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Typically Offered:
HIST 489GA History Elective Global Awareness 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
HIST 489HH History Elective Humanities-History 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
HIST 489SS History Elective Social Science 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Social Science
Typically Offered:
HIST 489WC History Elective World Languages, Culture & Philosophy 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
HIST 490 Public History Internship 3.00
A structured field experience. Students provide 150 hours of museum, archival, or other public history work to a local organization. Students receive
training and experience under the supervision of a public history professional. Permission of a supervising faculty member required. See the History
Program coordinator for information. No Code
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
HIST 495 Special and Student Initiated Seminar 1.00 - 3.00
This department offers a specially designed seminar or student-initiated seminar when interest warrants. In certain circumstances this course can be
adapted to serve as the capstone experience. For further information see Special or Student-Initiated Seminar in the index of this catalog. Code will
depend on topic selected.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
HIST 496 Historiographical Research Theories and Methodologies 3.00
Advanced seminar in current methodological and historiographical debates and trends in the historical profession. Introduces students both to the
ways in which the writing of history has evolved and changed over time, and to the wide variety of theories and methods that dominate approaches
to historical research and writing today. Through focused readings and discussions, students learn to recognize and critically evaluate the underlying
assumptions, starting questions, methodologies and theoretical models at work in some of the most important historical debates of the past few
decades. Individual historiographical research projects serve as the first step toward the students' primary research for their senior theses in HIST
497. Required of all History majors, and ordinarily taken in the fall of a student’s senior year.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of 6 credits of History at the 300-level or above, or with instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
HIST 497 Senior Thesis 3.00
Guided research on a selected historical topic resulting in a thesis paper. Working closely with history faculty, students move beyond engagement
with the existing secondary literature on their topic to conduct their own primary research and arrive at their own findings and argument. Individual
work in cooperation with a faculty thesis advisor will be balanced with collaborative discussions among all students writing theses. The capstone will
be a mini-conference in which each student presents her or his research findings to peers and guests.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of HIST 496.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
HIST 498 Study Abroad 1.00 - 5.00
Field trips designed to give students direct experiences in foreign countries. Each program includes preparatory reading, orientation meetings, a
faculty-supervised study tour, and a detailed written evaluation of learning situations associated with the instructor. With consent of the department
chair and content adaptation, programs provided by other agencies can be considered for this credit. Code depends on region visited.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
HIST 499 Independent Study 1.00 - 3.00
For advanced students majoring or minoring in History who have shown themselves capable of independent work. Each student is directed by a
faculty member chosen by the student. Prerequisite: Approval of the department chair. Code will depend on topic selected.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
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HLTH - Health
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
HLTH 158 Responding To Emergencies and Safety Education 2.00
Provides the knowledge and skills necessary in an emergency to help sustain life and minimize pain and the consequences of injury or sudden illness
until medical help arrives. Emphasis also given to the prevention of injuries and illness, with a focus on personal health and safety. American Red
Cross certification for CPR and Advanced First Aid will be awarded at the successful completion of the American Red Cross requirements.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
HLTH 160 Introduction to Health Science and Terminology 2.00
Interdisciplinary review of content areas of health and allied health terminology.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
HLTH 189 Health Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
HLTH 264 Human Structure & Function 3.00
Applied physiological and applied anatomical facts and concepts are reviewed, including basic principles, chemistry, the cell, tissues, the
integumentary, skeletal, nervous, and muscular systems. A virtual laboratory is used to link classroom activities and lectures to anatomical examples
and functional application of knowledge.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite or corequisite for enrolling in this course is HHP 110.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
HLTH 265 Human Structure & Function 3.00
Applied physiological and applied anatomical facts and concepts are reviewed, including the blood, endocrine, cardiovascular, digestive, respiratory,
lymphatic, and urinary systems, immunity, water, and acid-base balance. A virtual laboratory is used to link classroom activities and lectures to
anatomical examples and functional application of knowledge.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite or corequisite for enrolling in this course is HHP 110.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
HLTH 267 Introduction to Mental Health and Stress Management 3.00
Exploration of the mind-body link in mental health and individual wellness. Subject areas include emotional well-being, mental illness, life crises,
stress, and healthy stress management.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
HLTH 289 Health Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
HLTH 289GA Health Elective Global Awareness 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
HLTH 300 Maternal Child Health 3.00
Public health issues affecting the health and well-being of women, children, and families. A multidisciplinary perspective that integrates the
demographic, epidemiological, economic, behavioral, biological, social, cultural and environmental aspects.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
HLTH 301 Infant Health and Development 3.00
Applications of the seven dimensions of Health and Wellness (e.g, physical, intellectual, emotional, social, economic and environmental) to infancy.
Students explore the foundations of infant health and development. Covers common infant health problems.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
HLTH 366 Principles Of Nutrition 3.00
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Lecture-discussion course covering the basics of human nutrition including the macro and micro nutrients, the role of nutrition in health, weight loss
and weight gain practices, erogenic aids and supplements. Also addresses nutrition through the lifespan and global implications. Students required to
complete a comprehensive research paper.
Prerequisites:
Completion of HLTH 264 and 265, or BIOL 270 and 280 are prerequisite for taking this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
HLTH 367 Human Sexuality 3.00
Covers the biological, sociological, and psychological dimensions of human sexuality. Special emphasis on the education aspects.
Prerequisites:
Completion of HLTH 264 and 265, or BIOL 270 and 280 are prerequisite for taking this course.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
HLTH 368 Drugs, Health and Human Behavior 3.00
Current, accurate and documented information about drugs and their use and abuse. Attention will be given to understanding drug abuse, family,
prevention, intervention, treatment, and drug-specific information.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of HLTH 264, HLTH 265 or BIOL 270 and BIOL 280.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
HLTH 389 Health Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
HLTH 400 Substance Abuse Counseling 3.00
This course reviews key concepts used in substance abuse treatment from both a historical and current perspective, including theoretical models of
understanding and treating chemically dependent clients. Various screening and assessment tools, drug history, and interviewing skills are reviewed
to help the student assess the severity of addiction and develop an initial treatment plan. Treatment settings and interventions commonly used with
chemically dependent clients are also reviewed from different theoretical orientations. The concept of comorbidity and the interface between
substances and psychopathology are closely examined. Additionally, substance use is examined as it relates to issues of diversity.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
HLTH 469 Pathophysiology of Disease\Prevention and Control 3.00
Introductory course of basic pathophysiology including epidemiological basics, infectious and non-infectious diseases, systemic responses, and an
in-depth study of the leading causes of death in the United States and Canada (coronary heart disease, cancer, pulmonary disease), as well as
common disorders (muscular, skeletal, neurological, gastrointestinal, urological and reproductive systems.) Students are required to complete a
comprehensive research paper.
Prerequisites:
Completion of HLTH 264 and 265, or BIOL 270 and 280 are prerequisite for taking this course.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
HLTH 470 Community and Environmental Health 3.00
Survey of health and environmental issues as they relate to the global community. The organizations, resources and personnel involved in promotion
and maintenance of the health of a community. Also examines health education theories as they relate to creating a professional health promotion
plan.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for enrolling in this course is Junior Standing or Instructor Consent.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
HLTH 472 Epidemiology 3.00
The design and content of this course is specific to students seeking careers in public health, community health, allied health, or other professions
that require an understanding of the bacteria and viruses in our community that can lead to disease and other ailments. Epidemiology is a unique
branch of the public health perspective that strives towards the prevention of disease. This course will outline how microbes play a significant role in
our daily lives as agents of infectious disease, how they are a major public health concern, and how certain microbes are necessary for the
sustenance of life on earth.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is Junior standing or Instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
HLTH 489 Health Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
HLTH 489GA Health Elective Global Awareness 1.00 - 12.00
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Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
HLTH 495 Healthy Families 3.00
Applications of the seven dimensions of Health and Wellness (physical, intellectual, emotional, social, vocational, economic and environmental) to
families. The study of the ecological approach to family functioning. Includes field experience in programs serving families.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
HWM - Health & Wellness Management
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
HWM 300 Introduction to Human Health 3.00
Designed to provide students with general background knowledge on many of the issues impacting our health today. Topics of study will include
issues in mental, physical and social health such as stress, nutrition and fitness, alcohol, tobacco and other drugs, relationships and sexuality and
diseases and disorders. An introduction to behavior change theories and the factors contributing to overall wellness will also be included.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is having completed BIOL 115, 123, 130, or 270 & 280.
Typically Offered:
HWM 305 The Wellness Profession 3.00
This course explores the definition of health, health promotion and holistic wellness. You will learn the professional role and personal commitment
required to implement life-style wellness programs. The course includes an overview of the history and philosophy contributing to the success of
wellness and health promotion professionals. You will be introduced to experiential and self learning of a personal wellness program that facilitates
improved health in the seven-dimensions including: Social, Physical, Emotional, Career, Intellectual, Environmental and Spiritual.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is having completed PSYC 101.
Typically Offered:
HWM 310 Changes Across the Life Span 3.00
This course explores research and theory regarding the nature and processes of human development from early adulthood through old age and
death. Key topics include biological theories of aging; the changing body; disorders of the brain, personality development; changing memory and
thinking skills; relationship issues, careers and retirement, and death/dying.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is having completed BIOL 115, 123, 130, or 270 & 280.
Typically Offered:
HWM 315 Workplace Wellness Program Management 3.00
This course examines the tenets of developing a successful worksite wellness program, introducing key concepts, resources and tools. Students will
be introduced to worksite wellness, working with management, creating wellness teams, collecting data, strategic planning, incentives, budgets, legal
issues, and creating supportive environments.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is PSYC 101
Typically Offered:
HWM 320 Health and Medical Terminology 3.00
The purpose of this course is to introduce the student to the basic terminology. Since health care uses a unique blend of prefixes, suffixes and terms
related to both preventative and clinical care, it is important that the wellness profession has the knowledge and abilities to decipher this information.
Typically Offered:
HWM 325 Health Literacy 3.00
This course will explore the current understandings and work in health literacy research, advocacy, and outreach efforts across the various health
education and related fields. It will include readings, discussions, and competencies in evaluation health information for quality and credibility;
locating health information and determining quality resources; identifying and assessing population health literacy; and understanding the networks of
agencies working in the health settings to address literacy in the health field.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is PSYC 101
Typically Offered:
HWM 335 Worksite Health Environment 3.00
This course examines the workplace environment’s influence on daily health decisions and focuses on practical, contextual levers of behavioral
change. Novel insights from the fields of behavioral economics and consumer marketing will be reviewed to help students understand the cognitive
barriers to health behavior change and the environmental “nudges” that can be leveraged to overcome these barriers at work. Students will explore
environmental assessment tools, active design principles,workplace policies, supportive research and real world examples.
Typically Offered:
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HWM 345 Physical Activity and Nutrition for Wellness Managers 3.00
This course presents professional recommendations and guidelines for physical activity and nutrition. Students will design workplace strategies that
will meet recommendations and guidelines to support employees.
Prerequisites:
Having completed BIOL 115, 123, 130, or 270/280 is prerequisite for taking this course.
Typically Offered:
HWM 350 Research Statistics for Wellness Managers 3.00
This course is designed to familiarize students with research nomenclature, procedures for the design and evaluation of research, and interpretation
of statistical analysis in the health field. This course will also provide the tools for critically evaluating the validity of health research.
Typically Offered:
HWM 360 Stress and Dependencies and Addictions 3.00
This course examines common behavioral strategies with regard to stress and its management and the use of alternative remedies for physical and
emotional dependencies and addictions.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is having completed PSYC 101 and BIOL 115, 123, 130, or 270 & 280.
Typically Offered:
HWM 370 Understand and Effecting Health Behavior Change 3.00
This course provides the basic knowledge of foundational change theories, including the Transtheoretical Stages of Change model, in order to help
students understand how health behavior change happens. Included in the course is a self-reflection on personal wellness and strategies for
implementing health behavior change.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is having completed PSYC 101 and HWM 300.
Typically Offered:
HWM 385 Marketing and Communication for Wellness Managers 3.00
Students will develop basic marketing and promotional skills, grounded in the disciplines of social marketing, health communication and business
marketing that address consumer health "needs" and customer "wants". Students will be able to assess market opportunities in wellness services,
programs and facilities, and create marketing strategies and tactics. Emphases will be placed on best practices for behavior change, instead of cost
savings for employers, improved customer/employee participation and/or revenues for wellness programs, services and facilities.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite is HWM 325.
Typically Offered:
HWM 399 Special Topics in Health and Wellness Management 3.00
Typically Offered:
HWM 405 Survey of Information Technology in Wellness 3.00
This course is designed to provide students with: 1) An overview of various information technology products and mediums impacting the wellness
industry, such as (but not limited to) web portals, online health risk assessments, interactive health tools, trackers, videos/podcasts, telephone and
digital health coaching, online challenges, social networking, electronic medical records, personal health records, electronic health (eHealth), mobile
health (mHealth), mobile applications, and portable tracking devices (e.g., pedometers, glucose monitors, etc.) 2) The information and resources
needed to assess, create, and/or select appropriate technologies and vendors.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite is HWM 315
Typically Offered:
HWM 430 Population Health for Wellness Managers 3.00
This course introduces the evolution of health problems and services and will examine the methods designed to capture a community and workplace
health profile. The participant will apply concepts involved in measuring and understanding the health of individuals and populations in order to
enhance quality of life. The key social determinants of wellness and their interactions will be considered.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of HWM 300 & 350.
Typically Offered:
HWM 460 Leadership and Change Management in Health 3.00
This course will examine the various leadership and management styles, including business models of leadership. Organizational behavior,
decision-making, and attributes of effective leadership will be reviewed in this course. Understanding the impact of changes in healthcare, wellness
and fitness programs on various organizations is an objective of this course.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of HWM 315 (previously HWM 400)
Typically Offered:
HWM 470 Assessment and Evaluation for Wellness Managers 3.00
This course surveys general approaches to assessment, programming and evaluation in health and wellness settings. Participants will explore
individual, group, and organizational approaches to assessment, programming, and evaluating planned and organized efforts to promote both health
and wellness.
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Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of HWM 335 (or HWM 380) and HWM 430.
Typically Offered:
HWM 480 Health Benefits for Wellness Managers 3.00
The design and administration of a health care plan plays a key role in attracting and retaining employees and employers cost savings. This course
is designed to provide you with a solid introduction to the basic issues of health care benefits and how to integrate successful return on
investment,ROI, strategies for adopting preventive health benefits that enhance employee's well being.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is having completed HWM 315 (previously HWM 400)
Typically Offered:
HWM 485 Health Coaching for Wellness Managers 3.00
The course will assist in developing a strong, useful theoretical viewpoint for health coaching as well as to understand those of therapists and how
differential treatment therapeutic goals are set. Definition of coaching and diverse methodologies will be taught, practiced, compared and contrasted.
Students will specifically gain an understanding of "What treatment, by whom, is most effective for individuals displaying specific problems and under
what set of circumstances? As a result you will learn a variety of treatment modalities, and learn to respect vastly differing worldviews.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is having completed HWM 305/340 & HWM 370.
Typically Offered:
HWM 492 Independent Study in Health & Wellness Management 1.00 - 6.00
This course is designed as a supplement to the required course work in HWM to meet special interests and/or needs of the student. Prerequisite:
Consent of HWM Academic Director.
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
HWM 493 Health and Wellness Management Fieldwork Prep 1.00
This course requires students to identify and secure fieldwork placement for completion the following semester. The fieldwork experience develops
skills in program planning, implementation, promotion and evaluation, oral and written communication, collaboration and networking.
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
HWM 494 Health and Wellness Management Fieldwork 3.00
Students engage in practical fieldwork experience as a pre-professional in a health/wellness setting to utilize skills and knowledge acquired in
previous courses. This fieldwork experience is designed to further develop skills in some, but not necessarily all, of the following areas: program
planning, implementation, promotion and evaluation, oral and written communication, collaboration and networking.
Prerequisites:
HWM 460, 470, 480, 493
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
HWM 496 Health and Wellness Management Capstone 3.00
This course requires the application of knowledge and skills acquired through successful completion of all HWM courses taken prior to or concurrent
with this course. Using a case study, students demonstrate competence in health and wellness management by completing assignments and
participating in discussion that results in the logical, sequential building of a strategic plan for a comprehensive corporate wellness program. Students
demonstrate interviewing, professional networking and resume writing skills along with formally presenting their final strategic plan.
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
HWM 499 Special Topics in Health and Wellness Management 3.00
Typically Offered:
IDS - Interdisciplinary Studies
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
IDS 96 Collegiate Study Skills 2.0 Bridge Program 1.00
Bridge Program additional work with: study habits, communication skills, motivation strategies, prioritization & time management, reading, and
test-taking strategies. The course material connects their current semester academic activities.
Prerequisites:
IDS 095 with a C- or better
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
IDS 97 Collegiate Study Skills Non-Bridge 1.00 - 3.00
Practice and become more skilled with: study habits, communication skills, motivation strategies, prioritization & time management, reading, and
test-taking strategies. The course material connects their current semester academic activities.
Typically Offered:
Fall or Spring Terms
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IDS 095 Collegiate Study Skills 1.00 - 3.00
Designed for Bridge participants to practice and become more skilled with: study habits, communication skills, motivation strategies, prioritization &
time management, reading, and test-taking strategies. The course material connects their current semester academic activities with the skills learned
in the course for hands-on practice and mastery. Bridge students are REQUIRED to pass IDS 095, if the student does not pass the course with a "C"
or higher they will be required to retake the course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
IDS 104 First-Year Seminar-Social Sciences 3.00
First Year Seminar
University Studies Requirements:
Social Science
Prerequisites:
First Year Seminar courses are open to new freshmen only.
Typically Offered:
IDS 130 Introduction to the College Experience 1.00
Designed to help students successfully transition into the university setting. Topics covered will be helpful to for academic, personal and social
success. Designed to give students the tools you will need to succeed and to have a productive and engaging university experience.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
IDS 131 Transitions: From Military to Campus Culture 3.00
Beginning-level seminar that fulfills a University Studies requirement for the social sciences. This course is limited in enrollment to students in the
military, including veterans. This course enables students to examine human behavior or interaction using the methods and assumptions of social
science research. This course was specifically developed for transitioning soldiers and veterans to support their academic and life goals. Topics
covered include transitioning from military to civilian and campus life; connecting with resources to support success; and understanding the role of
events and experiences on personal and professional goals. We will study developmental theories, including the adult learning theory; the mind-body
relationship; and cognitive theories to better understand how we connect with our environment and engage in community and learning.
University Studies Requirements:
Social Science
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
IDS 189 Interdisciplinary Studies Elective 0.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
IDS 195 Collegiate Relationships 3.00
Interdisciplinary approach explores the relationship between the general principles of human relations and our everyday lives. Students are given the
opportunity to achieve a deepened sense of awareness of themselves and others. This understanding will enable students to improve their
relationships at school, work, in the family, and in society. Students examine basic processes of human interaction, particularly as they are affected
by race, ethnicity, gender, age, and ability and cover issues such as: social influence processes, conflict resolution, small group theory, diversity,
power in relationships, and group learning techniques.
Typically Offered:
Fall or Spring Terms
IDS 199 Cross Registration 1.00 - 6.00
Typically Offered:
IDS 220 Emotional Intelligence 3.00
This course is a required component of the Certificate in Ethical Leadership, but can also be taken as a standalone class. Students will develop
awareness of their emotional intelligence capacities, how this affects their relationships, and what this means for their future success. Students will
develop skills, such as listening, empathy, critical-thinking, and decision-making. Students will have the opportunity to practice and apply emotional
intelligence skills through a semester-long project designed to enhance learning.[FM1]
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
IDS 289 Interdisciplinary Studies Elective 0.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
IDS 296 Introduction to Distance Learning 1.00
An overview of distance learning theory and applications, including use of technology, library services, academic support, and information literacy.
Pass-Fail only.
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
IDS 297 Exploring Majors and Careers 1.00 - 3.00
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Introduction to academic and major exploration. Emphasis is on self-discovery and decision-making as they relate to personal preferences related to
academic curriculum and major decisions.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
IDS 299 National Student Exchange 0.00
Typically Offered:
IDS 300 Interdisciplinary Studies Major Planning 1.00
Identification of educational, career and/or personal goals and the process of developing the Interdisciplinary Studies major. Online only, but available
to all students. Pass/Fail only.
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
IDS 301 Individually Designed Major Planning 1.00
Identification of educational, career and/or personal goals and the process of developing the Individually Designed major. This major in
non-comprehensive and requires a minor. Online only, but available to all students. Pass/Fail only.
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
IDS 305 Tutoring Practicum 1.00 - 3.00
Tutoring practicum in math, writing, or reading/study skills designed to develop competencies needed in peer tutoring with college students. Skills in
content tutoring and interpersonal relations will be developed through a training program. Practicum involves 5-10 hours per week including tutoring,
preparation time, and staff meetings. Prerequisites: ENGL 101, 102; MATH 240, or college-level reading/study skill proficiency. Permission of
instructor and Educational Success Center Supervisor required. Limited enrollment.
Prerequisites:
Student must be On Campus (not DLC)
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
IDS 320 Ethical Leadership 3.00
This course is a required component of the Certificate in Ethical Leadership, but can also be taken as a standalone class. This course will focus on
leadership models and ethical reasoning; developing an understanding of the role of emotions, empathy, and character in ethical decision-making;
exploring one’s core values; exposure to ethical principles; and building skills in assertive communication. Students will learn and practice these
foundational leadership skills through a semester-long project that will allow for skill development and application. We will apply a
competency-oriented, collaborative approach to learning.[FM2]
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
IDS 350 TRIO McNair: Summer Research Experience 2.00
Provides an overview of and preparation for the Graduate Record Exam (GRE). Students prepare for and/or improve their scores with specific
strategies on each of the GRE general sections; verbal, quantitative reasoning and analytical writing. Specific focus to success on the computerized
version of the GRE. McNair Scholars only.
Typically Offered:
Summer Only
IDS 360 TRIO McNair - Graduate & Professional Preparation 1.00
Here is the course description for IDS 360: The Ronald E. McNair Post-Baccalaureate Achievement Program is a comprehensive program structured
to prepare undergraduates for successful careers as graduate students, professors, and professional researchers. The program is an educational
opportunity program funded under the Higher Education Act of 1965 collectively known as TRIO Programs. This course expands upon what was
started in IDS 340 - Introduction to Research & Methods in the spring and IDS 350 - Summer Research Experience in the summer. This is the third
and culminating course of the TRIO McNair Scholars experience. Students must have successfully completed IDS 340 and IDS 350 to be enrolled.
Scholars will prepare effective personal statements, C.V./resumes, and other application materials/statements for graduate school applications. In
addition, scholars will be exposed to career prep, financial literacy, how to distribute their research through presentation and/or publication, graduate
application processes including funding options and interviews, and networking, collaborating, confidence, and cultural competency.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
IDS 389 Interdisciplinary Studies Elective 0.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
IDS 420 Applied Ethical Leadership 3.00
This advanced leadership course is an elective designed to provide opportunities for students to further deepen and apply their leadership knowledge
and skills. Students will design and implement a personalized leadership development plan.[FM3]
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for enrolling in the course is IDS 220 and 320
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
IDS 489 Interdisciplinary Studies Elective 1.00 - 9.00
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Typically Offered:
IDS 495 Senior Experience 2.00 - 3.00
Integration of the competencies of the Individually Designed major in a contract format. A presentation of the outcomes of the learning experience is
required. The instructor of record is selected from faculty panel of the major depending on the focus of the learning contract. Students should register
for IDS 495 as the last or one of the last course enrollments. Prerequisite: Admission to the Distance Learning Center.
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
ITS - Information Technology and Systems
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
ITS 108 Computer Applications 3.00
Use computer applications to increase personal and professional productivity. Students gain hands-on experience using a variety of productivity tools
commonly found in software suites used in a professional setting, such as word processing, presentation graphics, spreadsheets, databases, and
others. Classes are tailored to the college student with emphasis on providing real-world examples to make learning and using computer software
interesting and applicable to a variety of career paths.
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
ITS 148 Computer Applications for Productivity 3.00
Designed for students interested in learning how to use a computer to increase their personal and professional productivity. Enhance computer skills
by using a variety of productivity applications found in common software suites, such as word processing, presentation graphics, desktop publishing,
spreadsheets, personal organizers, and others. Classes are tailored to the college student with emphasis on providing a hands-on experience to
make learning and using computer software interesting and easy.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ITS 189 Information Technology and Systems Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
ITS 211 Visual Programming Fundamentals 3.00
Introduces students to basic programming methods and techniques using the latest development tools. Designed for students who view themselves
as nonprogrammers, but who have an interest in computer programming to create macros or to write simple applications. Students learn programming
skills by writing and debugging simple routines that emphasize programming constructs such as variables, control structures, and data input and
output. Object-oriented concepts are presented and practiced to enhance the experience.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
ITS 230 Introduction to Information Technology 3.00
Provides a stimulating experience for students with new perspectives on cutting-edge technology and systems. Illustrates how everyday computer
technology is combined to form systems people and society depend upon. Covers core computer concepts, latest technological advances, and
emerging trends in information system design and deployment. Arms participants with current knowledge about information technology used in a
wide array of real-world applications.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ITS 289 Information Technology and Systems Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
ITS 310 Information Technology Operations 3.00
Go behind the scenes and discover the systems organizations use to provide computing and networking services. This course examines the
technology and applications that drive modern IT operations such as server virtualization, virtual desktop infrastructure, cloud computing, and user
state virtualization. Topics include desktop and application deployment, help desk services, and configuration management. Mobile applications are
given special consideration. Students work with open source and proprietary software using state-of-art virtualization tools to model system
configurations and learn problem solving skills through hands-on projects.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ITS 335 Web Page Authoring 3.00
Build functional and appealing Internet websites using readily available commercial software to design and construct web pages. Considers various
website strategies and layouts that enable web users. Create web pages that integrate multimedia applications to present content in an attractive and
user friendly manner. Learn about measures of performance and how to test your website for functionality. Designed for students with a wide variety
of backgrounds and interests, employing a hands-on approach.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Odd Years Only
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ITS 342 Information Systems 3.00
Introduces topics and concepts of management information systems with emphasis on planning, organizing, and controlling user services and
managing the system development process. Focuses on use of information system technologies in the business world from the standpoint of the
end-user manager.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
ITS 346 Database Management 3.00
Learn the science of database management to include the organization, storage, and retrieval of data used in a wide range of applications. Basic
theory is combined with practical examples to reinforce concepts presented in class. Students are encouraged to apply learned skills to projects in
their particular areas of interest. Intended for the student with no or minimal exposure to database systems and uses state-of-the-art database
management system software.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
ITS 350 Networking and Communications 3.00
Discover the ways data moves between computers, network-enabled devices, and other communication technology using wired and wireless media.
A broad range of applications are considered ranging from networked enterprise to mobile technology to the ubiquitous broadcast signals used to
transmit television and radio programs. Emphasis is placed on networking and communication technology and how it used to connect people with
each other and with the information they need.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
ITS 360 Ethics in Information Technology 3.00
Examines the impact computers and Internet technology have had on people and society through the lens of Internet law, ethics, and intellectual
property. Designed to be a forum where students discuss and debate critical issues related to these areas. Students participate in exercises that
stimulate critical thinking and prepare them to address complicated issues that provoke a wide range of opinions.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Odd Years Only
ITS 364 Digital Multimedia 3.00
Examines the history and underlying theory behind computer integration of text, sound, video, animation, and graphics. Survey the fundamental
concepts and historical development of multimedia. Review current and future applications of multimedia. Introduce the practical tools and techniques
for developing digital media applications. Students gain practical experience in design and implementation of multimedia applications on a platform.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Even Years Only
ITS 370 Information Security 3.00
Provides the knowledge of information assurance and security necessary for modern programmers, analysts, and other IT professionals and also
important for business managers, auditors and many other careers. Covers a diverse range of topics recommended by the Association for
Computing Machinery, including operational issues, policies and procedures, attacks and defense mechanisms, risk analysis, recovery and business
continuity, data security, cryptography, and digital forensics.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Even Years Only
ITS 380 Global E-Commerce Systems 3.00
A close look at technology that enables e-commerce to leverage information to their strategic advantage. Examines the business use to improve
productivity, manage information, market and sell product, streamline supply chains, and compete on a global scale that has led to a revolution in the
e-business enterprise. Students are guided to understand basic e-commerce and e-business systems on key areas of developing, managing, and
maintaining a successful e-commerce site. Case studies and examples illustrate how theory is successfully translated into real-life business scenarios.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
ITS 381 Special Projects 1.00 - 4.00
Various individual and small-group projects carried out under the supervision of one or more instructors. Requires weekly progress reports plus a final
report and/or a final exam. May be repeated, but no more than a total of four credits may be earned from both ITS 381 and CSCI 381. Pass-Fail only.
Prerequisites: Preliminary project plan and an independent study contract. Offered as needed.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ITS 389 Information Technology Elective 0.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
ITS 400 Information Technology and Systems Internship 2.00 - 7.00
Students extend classroom learning in the ITS field. Students obtain the cooperation of an employer and prepare a learning contract. Students will
submit weekly recaps of activities and a final report about their experience. The internship may be taken any academic term. Pass-Fail only.
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
ITS 481 Special Topics 1.00 - 4.00
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In-depth study of specialized current topics in information technology and systems. May be repeated when topics are different. Offered as needed.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ITS 489 Information Technology Elective 0.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
ITS 498 Individual Capstone Project 1.00
Students will integrate an information technology and systems (ITS)application into the senior experience in their program of study. Requires weekly
progress reports and demonstration of learned skills through a project under the supervision of one or more instructors. Pass-Fail only.
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
ITS 499 Group Capstone Project 1.00
Group projects are carried out by students. Students will integrate an information technology and systems (ITS) application into the senior experience
in their program of study. Requires weekly progress reports and demonstration of learned skills through a project under the supervision of one or
more instructors. Pass-Fail only.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
JAPA - Japanese
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
JAPA 101 Beginning Japanese I 3.00
Study of language fundamentals with emphasis on development of listening and speaking skills. Practice with reading and writing. Japanese script
(hiragana, katakana and kanji) is taught from the beginning of the course. Presumes no previous language study.
Typically Offered:
JAPA 102 Beginning Japanese II 3.00
Continuation of JAPA 101. Appropriate for someone with up to two years of high school Japanese. Prerequisit: JAPA 101.
Typically Offered:
JAPA 201 Intermediate Japanese I 3.00
This intermediate undergraduate course builds upon the skills students obtained in introductory Japanese language courses JAPA 101 and 102. By
the end of this course, students should understand more advanced usage of adjectives, adverbs and verb conjugations. They should also be able to
read texts containing a limited number of Kanji (Chinese characters), construct compound sentences, and converse with relative ease on various
everyday subjects, such as vacation, shopping and sickness. Prerequisites: JAPA 101 and 102, or approval of instructor. This course is offered
during Fall semester.
Prerequisites:
JAPA 101 and JAPA 102, or consent of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
JAPA 202 Intermediate Japanese II 3.00
This intermediate undergraduate course builds upon the skills students obtained in introductory Japanese language courses JAPA 101 and 102 as
well as the intermediate-level course, JAPA 201. By the end of this course, students should understand more advanced usage of expressions with
potential verbs, volitional form and verb functions. They should also be able to read 64 additional Kanji, construct compound sentences, and converse
with relative ease on everyday subjects, such as travelling, giving and receiving, and hotels and banks. Prerequisites: JAPA 101, 102 and 201, or
approval of instructor. This course is offered during Spring semester.
Prerequisites:
JAPA 101 and JAPA 102 and JAPA 201, or consent of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
LSTU - Legal Studies
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
LSTU 115 Law and Human Behavior 3.00
Provides a general framework of knowledge, ideas and thought -- mainstream and critical -- regarding the assumptions, structures, actors, operation,
intentions and outcomes of the American legal system. Interdisciplinary liberal arts course exploring the effect of law on and in our society from past,
present and future perspectives. Law now pervades most of what we think, do and believe in the United States. This course will help illuminate how
and why that happens.
University Studies Requirements:
Social Science
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Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
LSTU 117 Paralegalism and Ethics 3.00
Explores the field of paralegalism, introduction to the law, legal procedures and paralegal skills and legal ethics.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
LSTU 189 Legal Studies Elective 0.00 - 99.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
LSTU 210 Criminal Procedure 3.00
Study of the criminal justice process. Issues of search, seizure and arrest, pretrial and motions practice, jury trial and evidentiary rules; historical
basis and evolution of the various aspects of the criminal justice process.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
LSTU 211 Criminal Law 3.00
The legal definition of crime and defenses; purposes and function of the substantive criminal law; historical foundations; the limits of criminal law.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
LSTU 220 Civil Procedure 3.00
Survey of the civil litigation process in state and federal courts, including form and content of documents used in instituting, prosecuting and
defending lawsuits.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
LSTU 221 Administrative Law 2.00
Review of federal, state and local administrative agencies.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
LSTU 223 Family Law 2.00
The law of family relation, including marriage, annulment, dissolution, judicial separation, alimony, legitimacy of children, custody and adoption,
community property and non-marital relationships.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
LSTU 224 Personal Injury Litigation 2.00
Study of torts, including negligence, defenses, strict liability, nuisance, defamation and product liability.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
LSTU 228 Contract Law 2.00
Consideration of the principles of the law of contracts and restitution; contract formation; enforceability; performance and breach; plaintiffs' remedies
and third-party interests.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
LSTU 233 Law, Citizenship and Civic Engagement 3.00
Investigates the legal rights and responsibilities of citizens in the United States, both individual and corporate. Topics include the ethical dimensions
of citizenship, its acquisition and loss. The course involves the student in academic service learning in the local community.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
LSTU 261 Contemporary Issues in Law and Society 3.00
Explores controversies arising within or impinging on the American legal system. Research, discussion and debate on 20 pressing issues of
contemporary significance in American law. Students consider the differential impact of issues on various disempowered and minority groups in the
United States and around the world. Fulfills General Education Social Science-Contemporary Society category.
University Studies Requirements:
Social Science
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
LSTU 268 Alternative Dispute Resolution 3.00
Compares and contrasts the adversary system of American law, the settlement/negotiation model advanced within the Alternative Dispute Resolution
movement. Discussion of comparative institutions, processes, costs, theoretical approaches and justifications. Treatment of theories and practice
and skill/training development of alternatives to litigation including mediation, arbitration, mini-trials, etc.
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Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
LSTU 289 Legal Studies Elective 0.00 - 99.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
LSTU 289DV Legal Studies Elective Diversity 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
LSTU 289NW Legal Studies Elective Non-Western 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
LSTU 289SS Legal Studies Elective Social Sciences 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
LSTU 301 Study Abroad 0.00 - 6.00
Field trips designed by department faculty to give students direct experiences in foreign countries. Each program includes preparatory reading,
orientation meetings, a faculty-supervised study tour, and a detailed written evaluation of learning situations associated with the course. With consent
of the relevant program and content adaptation, programs provided by other agencies can be considered for credit. Students must obtain approval for
taking these courses prior to participation. Otherwise the course may not count. For specific degree requirements, consult your advisor. Course can
be repeated only if content is different.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
LSTU 303 Environmental Law and Regulation 3.00
Explores the ethics of and relationships between environmental issues and governmental action, as well as conservation, preservation and
management of natural resources through public policy relation to government and the role of morality and legislation in matters of individual choice.
Typically Offered:
Fall or Spring Terms
LSTU 305 Methods of Legal Research and Writing 3.00
Introduction to legal research, including legal resources and computerized legal data research; practice briefing cases and use of treatises, texts,
digests, reporter systems, citation resources, encyclopedias, legal periodicals and government documents; introduction to basic principles of legal
analysis and writing principles.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
LSTU 306 Methods of Legal Writing and Argumentation 3.00
Advanced course in legal research, writing and argumentation skills.
Prerequisites:
Having completed LSTU 305 is prerequisite for taking this course.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
LSTU 321 Judicial Process 3.00
This course asks two easily stated and related questions: (1) how do judges judge? (2) how should judges judge? Study of adjudication in both civil
and criminal contexts.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
LSTU 333 Great Legal Trials: Stories That Changed Law 3.00
Explores the great legal trials that informed and transformed our understanding of the law and the society that we live within. Students will also
deepen their understanding of theories and practices of argument construction and defense. Offers numerous hands-on practice experiences.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
LSTU 354 Jurisprudence 3.00
Consideration of law, its means and ends; focus on special problems in contemporary legal philosophy such as conflicting theories of punishment, the
natural law/positivist debate, individual rights in relation to government and the role of morality and legislation in matters of individual choice.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
LSTU 363 Comparative Law and Courts 3.00
Examines several judicial systems including the common law and civil law systems, Islamic justice, socialist law and Asian and African systems.
Terrorism and the courts.
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Spring Term Every Other Year
LSTU 365 Race, Ethnicity, and Justice 3.00
Explores how racial minorities experience the American legal system utilizing theoretical and empirical tools from social and legal research;
investigates the political and socioeconomic causes of judicial inequities; addresses major social movements and legal cases impacting racial issues
in the justice system. Fulfills diversity requirement of General Education.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
LSTU 389 Legal Studies Elective 0.00 - 99.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
LSTU 450 U.S.Constitutional Law, Part I 3.00
Survey of the origin and development of the U.S. Constitution using Supreme Court cases which define the powers of the Supreme Court, Congress
and the President; the relationship between the national government and the individual states.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
LSTU 451 U.S. Constitutional Law, Part II-Civil Liberties and Civil Rights 3.00
Study of the constitutional principles concerning the relations between the individual and the government; using decisions of the U.S. Supreme Court;
consideration of the requirements of due process and criminal procedure necessary to safeguard the constitutional rights of criminal suspects and
defendants.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
LSTU 485 Internship 3.00
A structured and focused field experience in a law-related placement. Students perform duties assigned by their placement supervisor, keep a
log/journal of activities and prepare a 12-15 page analysis paper discussing specific ways their placement complemented, and added perspective to
coursework. Students completing LSTU 485 as a senior capstone experience will be required to give a public presentation on their work. Instructor
consent is required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Spring and Summer Terms
LSTU 489 Legal Studies Elective 0.00 - 55.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
LSTU 489DV Legal Studies Elective Diversity 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
LSTU 489NW Legal Studies Elective Non-Western 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
LSTU 489SS Legal Studies Elective Social Sciences 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
LSTU 497 Special and Student-Initiated Seminars 1.00 - 3.00
This is a specially designed seminar or student-initiated seminar when there is sufficient interest or a special topic to examine. For further information,
contact LSTU program faculty.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
LSTU 498 Senior Capstone Presentation 0.00
Required culminating senior-year public presentation, based on LSTU 485 (Internship), LSTU 499-1 (Mock Trial or Mock Mediation) or LSTU 499-2
(Independent Research/Applied Skills). See UW-Superior catalogue for Legal Studies capstone curse descriptions. The presentation must be given at
an arranged time in the semester of the student's expected graduation. It may be made in one of several media, including a poster, theatrical or other
performance, digital video, film, etc. This course is taken on a pass-fail basis. Failure to complete LSTU 498 may block graduation. Arranged. Advisor
permission required.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
LSTU 499 Independent Research/Applied Skills 1.00 - 3.00
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Section 1: Mock Trial. Applied skills course experience for those participating in competitive Mock Trial. Spring semester each year. Section 2:
General Research. For students pursuing independent and advanced research projects under the supervision of a faculty member on a topic and
consistent with a plan mutually agreed to between instructor and student. Also can be used for applied skills experiences that are equivalent to
academic credit experiences within judgment of instructor of Legal Studies courses. On demand. Course can be repeated for up to six credits toward
graduation although only three credits count toward major/minor requirements. Students completing LSTU 499 as a senior capstone experience will
be required to give a public presentation of their work. See Legal Studies faculty for more information.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MATH - Mathematics
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
MATH 090 Fundamentals of Mathematics 3.00
Review of pre-algebra mathematics with an introduction to basic algebra. Topics include: real numbers, with an emphasis on fractions and decimals;
percent notation; exponents; algebraic expressions; solving equations and inequalities; polynomials; basic factoring; unit conversions; and an
introduction to graphing linear equations.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MATH 095 Fundamentals of Algebra 3.00
Review of elementary algebra topics typically studied in high school. Topics include: the real number system; linear equations and inequalities and
their graphs; systems of linear equations; polynomials, factoring polynomials; rational expressions; rational exponents; radical expressions. Does not
apply toward general education requirements or graduation requirements.
Prerequisites:
MATH 090 with a grade of C- or better or an acceptable score on the Math Placement test.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MATH 096 Fundamentals of Algebra for MATH 113 (Algebra with Applications) 3.00
Review of elementary algebra topics typically studied in high school. Topics include: the real number system; functions; linear equations and
inequalities and their graphs; systems of linear equations; polynomials, factoring polynomials; rational expressions; rational exponents; radical
expressions. Does not apply toward University Studies requirements or graduation requirements.
Prerequisites:
MATH 090 with a grade of C- or better or an acceptable score on the Math Placement test and concurrent enrollment in MATH 113
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MATH 097 Fundamentals of Algebra for MATH 112/130 2.00
Review of elementary algebra topics typically studied in high school. Topics include: the real number system; functions; linear equations and their
graphs; polynormials; rational expressions; rational exponents; combinations and permutations. Does not apply toward university studies
requirements or graduation requirements.
Prerequisites:
MATH 090 with a grade of C- or better or an acceptable score on the Math Placement test and concurrent enrollment in MATH 112 or MATH 130
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MATH 102 Intermediate Algebra 2.00
Review of intermediate algebra topics typically studied in high school. Topics include: rational expressions and equations; rational exponents; radical
expressions and equations; complex numbers; functions; quadratic equations and functions; graphing techniques, conic sections; exponential and
logarithmic functions and equations.
Prerequisites:
Adequate math placement score or completion of MATH 095 with a C- or better.
Typically Offered:
MATH 112 Introduction to Contemporary Mathematics 3.00
A liberal arts mathematics course presenting mathematics as a tool used by a wide range of professionals in modern society. Real-life examples are
used to promote understanding of mathematics and its relationship to other areas of study. Examples will be chosen from graph theory (Traveling
Salesman Problem and Euler Circuits), voting theory (fairness criteria and Arrow's impossibility theorem), elementary probability and statistics, logic,
geometry, mathematics of growth, mathematics of finance, and mathematical modeling.
University Studies Requirements:
Math/Computer Science
Prerequisites:
Adequate math placement score or completion of MATH 095 with a C- or better or concurrent enrollment in MATH 097 or successful completion
of MATH 130 or MATH 113 with a C- or better
Typically Offered:
On-campus: Fall & Spring
Online: Fall & Spring
MATH 113 Algebra with Applications 3.00
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Algebraic concepts, problem-solving techniques, and applications for students in business, natural and social sciences. Topics include rates;
proportions; linear, quadratic, exponential, logarithmic functions and their graphs; matrices; complex numbers.
University Studies Requirements:
Math/Computer Science
Prerequisites:
Adequate Math Placement Score or completion of MATH 095 with a C- or better or concurrent enrollment in MATH 096
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MATH 115 Precalculus 5.00
Covers the algebra and trigonometry required for Calculus and Analytic Geometry. Topics include review of intermediate algebra; composite and
inverse functions; polynomial and rational functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, trigonometric functions, identities, and equations; the
binomial theorem; fundamentals of analytic geometry; and conic sections.
University Studies Requirements:
Math/Computer Science
Prerequisites:
Adequate math placement score or completion of MATH 113 with a C- or better.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MATH 130 Elementary Statistics 4.00
Introductory course for students of all disciplines. Includes descriptive statistics, probability, the binomial and normal distributions, confidence
intervals, correlation and linear regression, Central Limit Theorem, and one-sample (population mean and population proportion) and two-sample
(population means) hypothesis testing. Problems are taken from various fields of study dependent on statistical decision making.
University Studies Requirements:
Math/Computer Science
Prerequisites:
Adequate math placement score or completion of MATH 095 with a C- or better, or concurrent enrollment in Math 097, or successful completion
of MATH 112 or MATH 113 with a C- or better.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MATH 151 Calculus for Business, Life, and Social Sciences 3.00
A short course in calculus including concepts and problem-solving techniques for students in business, economics, biology and the social sciences.
Topics include algebraic, exponential and logarithmic functions; derivatives, and optimization problems; integrals; partial derivatives and Lagrange
multipliers as time permits.
University Studies Requirements:
Math/Computer Science
Prerequisites:
Adequate math placement score or completion of MATH 113 with a C- or better.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MATH 189 Mathematics Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
MATH 189MC Mathematics Elective Math/Computer Science 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
MATH 240 Calculus and Analytic Geometry I 4.00
A first course in the fundamentals of calculus. Topics include: real numbers; functions; limits; continuity; derivatives, integrals; the use of
computational tools in calculus; transcendental functions; and applications.
University Studies Requirements:
Math/Computer Science
Prerequisites:
Adequate math placement score or completion of MATH 115 with a C- or better.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MATH 241 Calculus and Analytic Geometry II 4.00
Continuation of MATH 240. Topics include: conic sections; techniques and applications of integration; parametric curves and polar coordinates;
indeterminate forms; improper integrals; and infinite series.
Prerequisites:
Completion of MATH 240 with a grade of C- or better.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MATH 242 Calculus and Analytic Geometry III 4.00
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Continuation of MATH 241. Topics include: three-dimensional analytic geometry; vectors; partial derivatives; multiple integrals; line integrals; and
surface integrals.
Prerequisites:
Completion of MATH 241 with a grade of C- or better.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
MATH 289 Mathematics Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
MATH 289MC Math Elective Math/Computer Science 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
MATH 310 Introduction to Abstract Mathematics 3.00
Fundamentals of formal mathematics emphasizing mathematical writing and types of formal proof. Includes significant coverage of topics in logic, set
theory basic number theory and relations and fuctions.
Prerequisites:
Completion of MATH 240 with a C- or better or instructor permission.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MATH 315 Linear Algebra 3.00
Introduction to the algebra and geometry of two-and three-dimensional space and extension to n-dimensional space. Topics include: line and
coordinate vectors; systems of linear equations and their solution by reduction methods; matrix algebra; determinants; fundamentals of abstract
vector spaces; linear independence, dimension theorems; linear transformations; eigenvalues and eigenvectors; diagonal matrices; quadratic forms;
inner products; and the Gram-Schmidt orthogonalization.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of MATH 310.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
MATH 320 Discrete Structures 4.00
Continuation of MATH 310. Investigation of concepts of non-calculus mathematics used in computer science, operations research and other areas of
applied mathematics. Topics include: relations and functions, recurrence relations, combinatorics, graph theory, and related algorithms.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of MATH 310.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
MATH 344 Differential Equations 4.00
Introduction to the theory of ordinary differential equations including some coverage of series solutions, as time permits. Also covers various classical
applications, such as spring mass systems.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of MATH 241.
Typically Offered:
On-campus: Select Semesters
MATH 362 Topics In Geometry 3.00
Modern treatment of topics from Euclidean geometry with an introduction to other geometries. Appropriate for students in Elementary or Secondary
Education.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of MATH 310.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Odd Years Only
MATH 370 Probability 3.00
A first course in Calculus-based probability theory. Topics include: axioms of probability; combinatorial analysis; conditional probability;
independence; discrete and continuous random variables; probability distributions; expectation; variance; Poisson processes; and limit theorems.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of MATH 241 and MATH 310.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Odd Years Only
MATH 371 Statistics 4.00
Calculus-based statistics emphasizing applications intended for students in applied mathematics, economics and the sciences. Topics include: the
use of statistical software; estimation and prediction; hypothesis testing; linear and multiple regression; F and t tests; analysis of variance; and
non-parametric statistics.
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Prerequisites:
Successful completion of MATH 241 and MATH 310 (MATH 242 recommended).
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Even Years Only
MATH 380 Introduction to Mathematical Modeling 4.00
Applied mathematics course emphasizing probabilistic models. Topics include: discrete-and continuous-time Markov chains; Monte Carlo estimates;
queuing theory; reliability theory; Brownian motion; and financial mathematics.
Prerequisites:
MATH 241 with a grade of C- or better and either MATH 370 or MATH 371. (MATH 242 is also recommended.)
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
MATH 381 Special Projects 1.00 - 4.00
Various individual and small-group projects carried out under the supervision of one or more instructors. Requires weekly progress reports plus a final
report and/or a final exam. May be repeated, but no more than a total of four credits may be earned from both MATH 381 and CSCI 381. Pass-Fail
only. Preliminary project plan and an independent study contract required prior to enrollment.
Typically Offered:
MATH 385 Introduction to Operations Research 3.00
Topics include Mathematical programming, (Linear programming problems, Transportation problems, Dynamic programming, Game Theory),
Queuing Theory, Inventory Theory, Reliability Theory, and Simulation techniques.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of MATH 315 and MATH 370.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
MATH 389 Mathematics Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
MATH 390 Mathematical Sciences Internship 1.00 - 4.00
Work in an approved position to gain experience in solving real problems using computer science, mathematics, and statistics. Interns may receive
salaried appointments with cooperating companies. Pass-Fail only.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
MATH 391 Putnam Mathematical Competition 0.00 - 3.00
Preparation for the national Putnam Mathematics Contest. Includes review of previous examination problems and lectures on selected topics. May be
repeated for a total of up to six credits. Pass-Fail only.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
MATH 421 Theory of Computation 4.00
Thorough introduction to automata, formal languages and computability. Topics include: models of computation; regular and context-free languages;
finite and pushdown automata; Turing machines; unsolvable decision problems; and fundamentals of computational complexity.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of MATH 320.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Odd Years Only
MATH 425 Algorithm Design and Analysis 4.00
Study of the design and analysis of algorithms that are based on elementary data structures such as queues, stacks and trees. Some graph and
network algorithms (shortest paths, connectivity, coloring, flows, matchings), geometric algorithms (convex hulls, range search, nearest neighbors),
NP-complexity, approximation algorithms (vertex cover, traveling salesman, scheduling), and introduction to randomized algorithms. Introduction to
algorithm design techniques, including greedy algorithms, divide-and-conquer, and dynamic programming. Lower and upper bounds of program
complexity are analyzed. Introduction to algorithms used in the area of information security.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of MATH 320.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Even Years Only
MATH 437 Cryptography 4.00
Study of the theory of cryptography together with applied programming projects. Topics include: discrete probability spaces; Shannon's theory of
information and perfect secrecy; classical cryptosystems and cryptanalysis; authentication and key exchange; public key cryptosystems; elementary
number theory, primality checking, the RSA cryptosystem; and Advanced Encryption Standard (AES).
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of MATH 310 and CSCI 201.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
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MATH 440 Real Analysis 4.00
Fundamental concepts of limit, continuity, differentiability, and integrability of functions of one variable and sequences and series.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of MATH 242 and MATH 310.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Odd Years Only
MATH 450 Topology 4.00
Topology of Euclidean space, metric spaces, topological spaces, bases and neighborhoods, Hausdorff property, continuity, homeomorphisms and
embeddings, connectivity, and compactness.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of MATH 240 and MATH 310.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Even Years Only
MATH 455 Abstract Algebra 4.00
Introduction to algebraic systems including groups, rings, integral domains and fields, homomorphisms and isomorphisms.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of MATH 310.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Odd Years Only
MATH 471 Introduction to Complex Variables 4.00
Introduction to the study of analytic functions including differentiation, integration and series.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of MATH 242 and MATH 310.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Even Years Only
MATH 475 Numerical Analysis 4.00
Study of theory and applications of computational techniques for mathematical solutions emphasizing rapid approximation and error analysis. Topics
include: solution to equations in one variable; polynomial approximations to functions; error analysis; numerical solutions to ordinary differential
equations; boundary value problems.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of MATH 242 and MATH 310.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
MATH 481 Special Topics 1.00 - 4.00
In-depth study of selected topics in mathematical sciences. May be repeated when topics are different.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
MATH 489 Mathematics Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
MATH 489MC Math Elective Math/Computer Science 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
MATH 498 Mathematics Capstone 1.00
Senior year students carry out individual investigations into chosen topics of mathematics. A written paper of their findings will be presented to the
Mathematics and Computer Science department. Instructor consent is required.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
MEDI - Mediation
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
MEDI 241 Ethics and State Regulation of Mediation 1.00
Explores the ethical codes of conduct for mediation, the state regulatory schemes for conflict regulation and the professional expectations for
mediators as well as domestic violence and mediation training.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
MEDI 471 Family Law Mediation 3.00
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Theory and practices of conflict resolution and mediation in the area of family law (including but not limited to custody, parenting, visitation, divorce
settlement issues). In conjunction with MEDI 241, this course meets the 40-hour State of Minnesota Rule 114 requirements for the family facilitative
roster and the State of Wisconsin Chapter 767 requirements.
Typically Offered:
Spring and Summer Terms
MEDI 472 Civil Law Mediation 2.00
Theory and practice of mediation and conflict resolution in the civil law. In conjunction with MEDI 241, this course meets the 30-hour requirement for
the State of Minnesota Rule 114 in civil facilitative roster.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
MTHED - Mathematics Education
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
MTHED 189 Mathematics Education Elective 0.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
MTHED 250 Essentials of Mathematics for Elementary Teachers 3.00
This course for pre-service elementary school teachers includes mathematical content and concept required to teach at elementary school. It
includes various mathematics topics which are essential for teaching mathematics at elementary school. This course covers both content and
methods for teaching mathematics grades k-9. Prerequisite recommended is general education math course. A minimum grade of C in this course is
required for all education majors. Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Online & On Campus/Hybrid; Summer Online on occasion
Prerequisites:
Completion of General Education Mathematics Course(s)
Typically Offered:
Fall & Spr On Campus & Online
MTHED 289 Mathematics Education Elective 0.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
MTHED 305 Tutoring Practicum 1.00 - 3.00
Tutoring practicum designed for secondary mathematics teaching majors and minors to develop competencies in mathematics content tutoring skills
and interpersonal relations needed in peer tutoring with college students. Permission of Educational Success Center Supervisor required. Limited
enrollment.
Prerequisites:
Completion of MATH 240 with a grade of C- or better.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MTHED 322 Teaching Elementary/Middle School Mathematics 3.00
A learner-center approach methods course focusing on the theories, models, and strategies for effectively understanding and teaching mathematics
concepts and skills in the five content areas to elementary/middle school children grades K-9. National and state standards guide the conceptual
framework for this course. Topics include Numbers and Operations; Measurement; Geometry; Data Analysis and Probability; and Algebra.
Peer-to-Peer teaching required. A minimum grade of C in this course is required for all education majors. Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Semester
Online and On-Campus/Hybrid; Summer on occasion
Prerequisites:
Completion of MATH 230 or MTHED 250 (C or Better), and T ED Admission
Typically Offered:
MTHED 323 Teaching Elementary/Middle School Mathematics II 3.00
Study of the theories, models and strategies for teaching mathematics concepts and skills to elementary/middle school children (ages 6-12/13; grade
K-9). National and state standards guide the conceptual framework for this course. This course includes a required pre-student teaching clinical in
grades 3-5. A minimum grade of C in this course is required for all education majors. Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Online and On-Campus/Hybrid
Prerequisites:
Completion of MTHED 322 (C or Better), Completion of T ED 300 (C or Better), and Admission to the Teacher Education Program. Teacher
Education Non-Academic Test (TB and Criminal Background Check).
Typically Offered:
Fall & Spr On Campus & Online
MTHED 339 Secondary Methods in Mathematics Education 3.00
General principles and problems of teaching mathematics in the secondary schools. Emphasis on organizing teaching activities; teaching materials
and resources; and current methodology. This course is offered on-campus only. This course includes a pre-student teaching clinical in grades 9-12.
A minimum grade of C in this course is required for all education majors. Typically Offered: Spring Terms Only - On Campus/Hybrid
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Prerequisites:
Admission to the Teacher Education Program and Completion of T ED 300 (C or Better). Teacher Education Non-Academic Test (TB and
Criminal Background Check)
Typically Offered:
Selected Spring Terms Only
MTHED 389 Mathematics Education Elective 0.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
MTHED 489 Mathematics Education Elective 0.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
MUSED - Music Education
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
MUSED 165 Introduction to Music Education 1.00
Introduction to Music Education provides students with an orientation to PreK-12 music teaching and learning. Students are introduced to
philosophical premises and theories that underlie music education, an overview of the history of music education, and experience current trends and
approaches to music education practiced in the United States. This course will also provide students with a broad understanding of the history,
philosophy, and organization of educational institutions, with particular focus on middle-level educational institutions, and their impact on music
education. Includes observing in the schools and hands-on participation in methodologies.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
MUSED 369 Choral Pedagogy and Literature 2.00
Survey of choral literature from a variety of historical periods, including the Renaissance, Baroque, Classico-Romantic, and modern periods; survey
of choral literature appropriate for children's choirs and school choirs; choral warm-up procedures and exercises; and evaluation of pitch and
rhythmic errors, tone, tuning, and blend issues.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of MUSI 380.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
MUSED 370 General Music Methods 3.00
Preparation for teaching and learning in general music grades Pre-K-8. Students study principles of learning, educational theories and philosophies
as applied to music education, and that underpin the design of curriculum and instruction in general music. Under the broad aim that children and
youth learn to respond to music, perform and create music in ways that support lifelong engagement in music, higher education students become
aware of methodologies, materials, technologies, curricula and resources for teaching and learning in general music. In alignment with local, state
and national standards for music education in the United States, and according to the physical, cognitive and emotional development of children and
youths, students learn how to develop daily and unit lesson plans, how to design instruction and how to evaluate and assess student learning in
general music education. Students learn techniques for age-appropriate classroom management. Students learn about various models and
approaches to middle school general music. Students are directed to professional organizations, journals and research that support their future
careers and the development of a personal philosophy of teaching and learning in music. Pre-Student Teaching Clinical Experience required.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
MUSED 371 Choral Methods and Literature 3.00
A study of the skills and knowledge necessary to successfully manage and teach choral ensembles in grades six through twelve: instructional
planning, lesson development/implementation, cross-disciplinary skills, particular student needs at different grade levels, rehearsal techniques, choral
warm-ups, changing voices, individual/ensemble assessment, classroom management, and curricular/program development. This course will also
feature a brief survey of choral repertoire with an emphasis on literature appropriate for sixth through twelfth grade choral ensembles. Pre-Student
Teaching Clinical Experience required
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
MUSED 372 Instrumental Methods and Literature 3.00
A study of the skills and knowledge necessary to successfully manage and teach instrumental ensembles in grades six through twelve: instructional
planning, lesson development/implementation, cross-disciplinary skills, particular student needs at different grade levels, rehearsal techniques,
individual/ensemble assessment, classroom management, and curricular/program development. This course will also feature a brief survey of band
and orchestral repertoire with an emphasis on literature appropriate for sixth through twelfth grade band and orchestra ensembles. Pre-Student
Teaching Clinical Experience required.
Prerequisites:
Completion of MUSI 380 and admission to the Teacher Education Program
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
MUSED 382 Elementary General Music Methods 2.00
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Preparation for teaching and learning in general music grades PreK-5 according to children's physical, cognitive and emotional development and
current educational and philosophical theories as applied to music education. Students learn how to design curriculum, daily and unit lesson plans
according to local, state and national standards for music education, and develop understanding and skills in instructional and assessment strategies
common to American methods of music education. Includes fieldwork.
Prerequisites:
Admission to the Teacher Education Program.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
MUSED 383 Teaching Music in the Elementary School 3.00
This course is designed for students pursuing licensure in elementary education. Students develop knowledge, skills and understandings for teaching
and learning in integrated and interdisciplinary forms of music education that support learning in the various content areas of the general curriculum
grades 4K-9. In support of children and youths’ cognitive, affective, physical and social growth, MUSED 383 students study children and youths’
developmental considerations for teaching and learning in music and develop basic strategies in song teaching, classroom instrument playing,
integrated lesson design and sequencing of instruction. Students experience several forms of integrated and interdisciplinary music education, are
made aware of the possibilities for connecting music with learning in other subjects and where collaboration between general music educators and
classroom educators might be possible. Included: assessment, evaluation, differentiated instruction, culturally responsive teaching and learning,
special education and management as applied to music education and integrated music education. Includes fieldwork.
Prerequisites:
Admission to the Teacher Education Program.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSED 384 Secondary Choral Methods 2.00
A study of the skills and knowledge necessary to successfully manage and teach a secondary choral program. Study of rehearsal technique and
management issues is combined with examination of choral literature and performance practice.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of MUSI 380 and admission to the Teacher Education Program.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
MUSED 385 Instrumental Methods 2.00
Curriculum, materials, organization, conducting, and administration of instrumental music for the upper elementary grades and the secondary school.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is admission to the Teacher Education Program.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
MUSED 386 Secondary General Music Methods 2.00
Preparation for teaching and learning in general music grades 6-12 according to the physical, cognitive and emotional development of youths and
current educational and philosophical theories as applied to music education. Students learn how to design curriculum, daily and unit lesson plans,
instruction and assessments according to local, state and national standards for music education in the United States. Additionally, students study
course design and school scheduling for middle and high school education. Includes fieldwork.
Prerequisites:
Completion of MUSED 382 and admission to Teacher Education Program.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
MUSED 388 Secondary Band and Orchestra Literature 2.00
Survey of high school band and orchestra literature with emphasis on rehearsal problems, difficulties for individual instruments, and conducting
problems.
Prerequisites:
Admission to the Teacher Education Program.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
MUSI - Music
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
MUSI 102 Class Piano I 1.00
Basic course in elements of piano playing.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
MUSI 103 Class Piano II 1.00
Continuation of MUSI 102.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of MUSI 102; co-requisite is MUSI 172 and MUSI 174, or instructor consent.
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Spring Term Only
MUSI 104 Brass Ensemble 0.00 - 1.00
Study and performance of music suitable for brass ensembles. Offered provided a sufficient number of students register to make a practicable group.
May be repeated for credit.
University Studies Requirements:
Fine Arts - Aesthetic
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 105 Woodwind Ensemble 0.00 - 1.00
Study and performance of music suitable for woodwind ensembles. Offered provided a sufficient number of students register to make a practicable
group. May be repeated for credit.
University Studies Requirements:
Fine Arts - Aesthetic
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 107 UWS Singers 0.00 - 1.00
Study and performance of music suitable for advanced choral musicians. Approximately three to four performance opportunities per semester, both
on an off-campus. Field trip participation required. Open to all students by audition. May be repeated for credit
University Studies Requirements:
Fine Arts - Aesthetic
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 108 Percussion Ensemble 0.00 - 1.00
The study and performance of music suitable for percussion ensembles. Offered provided a sufficient number of students register to make a
practicable group. May be repeated for credit.
University Studies Requirements:
Fine Arts - Aesthetic
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 109 Jazz Combo 0.00 - 1.00
Study and performance of music suitable for jazz combos. Offered provided a sufficient number of students register to make a practicable group. May
be repeated for credit.
University Studies Requirements:
Fine Arts - Aesthetic
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 110 Chorale 0.00 - 1.00
Study and performance of a variety of choral literature, including choral/orchestral masterworks. Approximately two to three performance
opportunities per semester, both on and off-campus. Field trip participation required. May be repeated for credit.
University Studies Requirements:
Fine Arts - Aesthetic
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 111 Jazz Band 0.00 - 1.00
Study and preparation for performance of jazz band literature from the swing era through the most progressive trends. Open to all students by
audition. Field trip participation required. May be repeated for credit.
University Studies Requirements:
Fine Arts - Aesthetic
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 112 Symphonic Band 0.00 - 1.00
Study and preparation for performance of college band and wind ensemble literature. Open to all students by audition. Some university-owned
instruments available. Field trip participation required. May be repeated for credit.
University Studies Requirements:
Fine Arts - Aesthetic
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 113 Chamber Ensemble 0.00 - 1.00
Study and performance of music suitable for small chamber ensembles, including string ensembles, winds/strings with piano, four-hand piano and
two piano repertoire. May be repeated for credit. Consent of instructor is required to enroll in this course
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University Studies Requirements:
Fine Arts - Aesthetic
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 114 University Orchestra 0.00 - 1.00
Study and preparation for performance of literature for orchestra and chamber orchestra from the 17th to 21st centuries. Open to all students by
audition. Some university-owned instruments available. Field trip participation required. May be repeated for credit.
University Studies Requirements:
Fine Arts - Aesthetic
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 115 Chamber Winds 0.00 - 1.00
Study and performance of music suitable for mixed ensembles. Offered provided a sufficient number of students register to make a practicable
group. May be repeated for credit.
University Studies Requirements:
Fine Arts - Aesthetic
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 116 Men's Choir 0.00 - 1.00
Study and performance of music suitable for male choir. Offered provided a sufficient number of students register to make a practicable group. May
be repeated for credit.
University Studies Requirements:
Fine Arts - Aesthetic
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 117 Opera Workshop 0.00 - 1.00
Provides progressive training in the art of music and drama culminating in a performance of opera, operetta, musical theatre, and/or scenes. May be
repeated for credit. Instructor consent is required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 118 Global Percussion Ensemble 0.00 - 1.00
Study and performance of music suitable for steel drum ensembles. Offered provided a sufficient number of students register to make a practicable
group. May be repeated for credit.
University Studies Requirements:
Fine Arts - Aesthetic
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 120 Applied Music-Flute/Piccolo 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Flute/Piccolo. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument
or a required minor instrument. Music minors and non-majors must pay an additional fee for applied study. See current schedule of classes for
applicable fees. Audition and instructor consent are required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 121 Applied Music-Oboe/English Horn 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Oboe/English Horn. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major
instrument or a required minor instrument. Music minors and non-majors must pay an additional fee for applied study. See current schedule of
classes for applicable fees. Audition and instructor consent are required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
On-campus: Fall & Spring
MUSI 122 Applied Music-Clarinet 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction Clarinet. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument or a
required minor instrument. Music minors and non-majors must pay an additional fee for applied study. See current schedule of classes for applicable
fees. Audition and instructor consent are required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 123 Applied Music-Saxophone 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Saxophone. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument
or a required minor instrument. Music minors and non-majors must pay an additional fee for applied study. See current schedule of classes for
applicable fees. Audition and instructor consent are required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
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MUSI 124 Applied Music-Bassoon 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Bassoon. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument or
a required minor instrument. Music minors and non-majors must pay an additional fee for applied study. See current schedule of classes for
applicable fees. Audition and instructor consent are required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 125 Applied Music-French Horn 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in French Horn. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument
or a required minor instrument. Music minors and non-majors must pay an additional fee for applied study. See current schedule of classes for
applicable fees. Audition and consent of instructor is required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 126 Applied Music-Trumpet 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Trumpet. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument or a
required minor instrument. Music minors and non-majors must pay an additional fee for applied study. See current schedule of classes for applicable
fees. Audition or consent of instructor is required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 127 Applied Music-Trombone/Euphonium 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Trombone/Euphonium. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major
instrument or a required minor instrument. Music minors and non-majors must pay an additional fee for applied study. See current schedule of
classes for applicable fees. Audition or consent of instructor is required to enroll in this course.
University Studies Requirements:
Fine Arts - Aesthetic
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 128 Applied Music-Tuba 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Tuba. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument or a
required minor instrument. Music minors and non-majors must pay an additional fee for applied study. See current schedule of classes for applicable
fees.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 129 Applied Music-Percussion 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Percussion. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument
or a required minor instrument. Music minors and non-majors must pay an additional fee for applied study. See current schedule of classes for
applicable fees. Audition or consent of instructor is required to enroll in this course.
University Studies Requirements:
Fine Arts - Aesthetic
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 130 Applied Music-Guitar 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Guitar. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument or a
required minor instrument. Music minors and non-majors must pay an additional fee for applied study. See current schedule of classes for applicable
fees. Audition or instructor consent is required to enroll in this course.
University Studies Requirements:
Fine Arts - Aesthetic
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 131 Applied Music-Harp 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Harp. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument or a
required minor instrument. Music minors and non-majors must pay an additional fee for applied study. See current schedule of classes for applicable
fees. Audition or consent of instructor is required to enroll in this course.
University Studies Requirements:
Fine Arts - Aesthetic
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 132 Applied Music-Violin 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Violin. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument or a
required minor instrument. Music minors and non-majors must pay an additional fee for applied study. See current schedule of classes for applicable
fees. Audition or consent of instructor is required before enrolling in this class.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
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MUSI 133 Applied Music-Viola 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Viola. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument or a
required minor instrument. Music minors and non-majors must pay an additional fee for applied study. See current schedule of classes for applicable
fees. Audition or consent of instructor is required to enroll in the course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 134 Applied Music-Cello 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Cello. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument or a
required minor instrument. Music minors and non-majors must pay an additional fee for applied study. See current schedule of classes for applicable
fees. Audition or instructor consent are required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 135 Applied Music-String Bass 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in String Bass. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument
or a required minor instrument. Music minors and non-majors must pay an additional fee for applied study. See current schedule of classes for
applicable fees. Audition or instructor consent are required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 136 Applied Music-Piano 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Piano. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument or a
required minor instrument. Music minors and non-majors must pay an additional fee for applied study. See current schedule of classes for applicable
fees. Audition or instructor consent is required to enroll in this course.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for this course is consent of Music Faculty in area of applied study/or an audition.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 137 Applied Music-Organ 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Organ. Open to all students with sufficient keyboard background. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors
studying their major instrument or a required minor instrument. Music minors and non-majors must pay an additional fee for applied study. See
current schedule of classes for applicable fees. Audition or instructor consent is required to enroll this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 139 Applied Music-Voice 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Voice. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument or a
required minor instrument. Music minors and non-majors must pay an additional fee for applied study. See current schedule of classes for applicable
fees. Audition or consent of instructor is required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 140 Vocal Techniques 1.00
Basic anatomy, physiology and biomechanics of the voice with emphasis on the three fundamentals of voice production: breath, phonation, and
resonance. Open to all students.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
MUSI 141 Woodwind Techniques 1.00
Practical study of woodwind instruments, including materials and methods of teaching. Primarily for music majors and minors. Open to all students
with previous musical experience if class size permits.
Typically Offered:
On-campus: Fall & Spring
MUSI 143 Percussion Techniques 1.00
Practical study of percussion instruments, including materials and methods of teaching. Open to all students if class size permits.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
MUSI 145 English and Italian Diction 1.00
Study of the rules of English and Italian lyric diction. Exercises and performance in each language.
Typically Offered:
MUSI 146 French and German Diction 1.00
Study of the rules of French and German lyric diction. Exercises and performance in each language.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
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MUSI 150 Concert/Recital Class 0.00
Attendance and evaluation of a specified number of concerts and recitals within and outside of class time. Required of music majors and minors.
Open to all students. May be repeated .
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 151 Brass Repertory/Pedagogy 1.00
Study of repertoire and pedagogy for various brass instruments and voices. Audition or consent of instructor is required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 152 Woodwind Repertory/Pedagogy 1.00
Study of repertoire and pedagogy for various Woodwind instruments and voices. Consent of instructor is required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 153 Piano Repertory I 1.00
Survey of major works of the piano literature in their historical and stylistic contexts. From early Baroque to Mozart.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
MUSI 154 Organ Repertory/Pedagogy 1.00
Study of repertoire and pedagogy for organ. May be repeated for credit. Instructor consent is required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 155 String Repertory/Pedagogy 1.00
Study of repertoire and pedagogy for various string instruments. Consent of instructor is required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 157 Percussion Repertory/Pedagogy 1.00
Study of repertoire and pedagogy for percussion. Consent of instructor is required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 160 Music Appreciation 3.00
Study of the musical elements, forms, and stylistic periods in Western musical culture. Includes a discussion of composers' lives, individual styles,
and representative works. Required listening.
University Studies Requirements:
Fine Arts - Appreciation
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 161 Music and World Culture 3.00
Survey of non-Western musical cultures, including ethnic origins of folk and traditional music in America. Required listening. Open to all students.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Global Awareness
Humanities - WLCP
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 162 Songwriting 3.00
The purpose of this course is to develop skills in songwriting through sharing musical stories while also performing, recording, and engaging in
collaborative feedback. All students welcome, regardless of musical background. This course meets the requirement for University Studies: Fine and
Applied Arts: Aesthetic Experience.
University Studies Requirements:
Fine Arts - Aesthetic
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
MUSI 170 Introduction To Music 3.00
This is the first music education course in the two-course preparation for the elementary education degree program. Goals: development of Western
music skills and understanding in music, reading, playing, singing, informed listening skills, understanding in beginning music theory and applied
creative thinking in music for lifelong social music taking. Music majors and minors may not apply this course toward their major or minor.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
MUSI 171 Ear Training I 1.00
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Basic drills in sight singing, melodic, rhythmic, and harmonic dictation and keyboard harmony.
Prerequisites:
Concurrent enrollment in MUSI 173 and MUSI 171 is required.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
MUSI 172 Ear Training II 1.00
Continuation of MUSI 171.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of MUSI 171. Co-requisites for taking this course is MUSI 174.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
MUSI 173 Theory I 3.00
Study of scales, intervals, triad, triad inversions, melodic form, and basic harmonic progressions including primary chords. Music terminology and
basic form concepts will be introduced. Introduction to non-harmonic tones and figured bass. Beginning elements of counterpoint, including first
through fifth species contrapuntal writing, will be introduced.
Prerequisites:
Concurrent enrollment in MUSI 173 and MUSI 171 is required.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
MUSI 174 Theory II 3.00
Continuation of MUSI 173. Study of melodic structures and continued examination and writing of non-harmonic tones. Expansion beyond primary
chords including secondary diatonic chords, dominant and supertonic seventh chords, secondary dominant chords, and elementary modulation.
Prerequisites:
Completion of MUSI 171 and 173. Concurrent enrollment in MUSI 172 and 174 is required.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
MUSI 189 Music Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
MUSI 191 Keyboard Accompanying 1.00
Extensive individual or group study in the theory and practice of musical performance, conducting, or musical group organization and promotion.
Projects are designed in consultation with the instructor and/or the student's advisor. May be repeated for credit. Audition or consent of instructor is
required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 192 Jazz Improvisation 1.00
Extensive individual or group study in the theory and practice of musical performance, conducting, or musical group organization and promotion.
Projects are designed in consultation with the instructor and/or the student's advisor. May be repeated for credit. Audition or consent of instructor is
required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
MUSI 200 Music Technology 1.00
By the end of this course, students will demonstrate knowledge of technologies used by professional musicians and music educators. Possible topics
include: music notation software; audio recording and editing; sequencing and MIDI; multimedia presentations; web publishing; and online resources.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
MUSI 202 Class Piano III 1.00
Continuation of MUSI 103. Further development of piano skills.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of MUSI 103.
Typically Offered:
MUSI 203 Class Piano IV 1.00
Continuation of MUSI 202. Completion of skills necessary to pass the piano proficiency exam.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for this course is completion of MUSI 202, and co-requisite is MUSI 272 and MUSI 274.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
MUSI 220 Applied Music Flute/Piccolo 4.00
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Private instruction in Flute/Piccolo. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their
major instrument. Audition and Music Faculty consent are required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 221 Applied Music Oboe/English Horn 4.00
Private instruction in Oboe/English horn. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying
their major instrument. Audition and Music Faculty consent are required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 222 Applied Music-Clarinet 4.00
Private instruction in Clarinet. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major
instrument. Audition and Music Faculty consent are required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 223 Applied Music-Saxophone 4.00
Private instruction in Saxophone. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their
major instrument. Audition and Music Faculty consent are required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 224 Applied Music-Bassoon 4.00
Private instruction in Bassoon. Open to instrumental, keyboard, and vocal performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time
music majors studying their major instrument. Audition and Music Faculty consent are required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 225 Applied Music-French Horn 4.00
Private instruction in French Horn. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their
major instrument. Audition and Music Faculty consent are required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 226 Applied Music-Trumpet 4.00
Private instruction in Trumpet. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major
instrument. Audition and Music Faculty consent are required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 227 Applied Music-Trombone/Euphonium 4.00
Private instruction in Trombone/Euphonium. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying
their major instrument. Audition and Music Faculty consent are required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 228 Applied Music-Tuba 4.00
Private instruction in Tuba. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major
instrument. Audition and instructor consent are required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 229 Applied Music-Percussion 4.00
Private instruction in Percussion. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major
instrument. Audition and Music Faculty consent are required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 230 Applied Music-Guitar 4.00
Private instruction in Guitar. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major
instrument. Audition and Music Faculty consent are required to enroll in this course. Audition and Music Faculty consent are required to enroll in this
course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 231 Applied Music-Harp 4.00
Private instruction in Harp. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major
instrument. Audition and Music Faculty consent are required to enroll in this course.
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Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 232 Applied Music-Violin 4.00
Private instruction in Violin. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major
instrument. Audition and Music Faculty consent are required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 233 Applied Music-Viola 4.00
Private instruction in Viola. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major
instrument. Audition and Music Faculty consent are required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 234 Applied Music-Cello 4.00
Private instruction in Cello. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major
instrument. Audition and Music Faculty consent are required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 235 Applied Music-String Bass 4.00
Private instruction in String Bass. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their
major instrument. Audition and Music Faculty consent are required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 236 Applied Music-Piano 4.00
Private instruction in Piano. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major
instrument. Audition and Music Faculty consent are required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 237 Applied Music-Organ 4.00
Private instruction in Organ. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major
instrument. Audition and Music Faculty consent are required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 239 Applied Music-Voice 4.00
Private instruction in Voice. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major
instrument. Audition and Music Faculty consent are required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 241 Brass Techniques 1.00
Practical study of five of the most common brass instruments: trumpet, French horn, trombone, euphonium, and tuba. Primarily for music majors and
minors but open to all students if class size permits. Instructor consent is required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
MUSI 243 String Techniques 1.00
Practical study of the orchestral stringed instruments: violin, viola, cello, double bass, including materials and methods of teaching. Primarily for
music majors and minors, but open to all students with previous musical experience if class size permits. Instructor consent is required to enroll in this
course.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
MUSI 253 Piano Repertory II 1.00
Survey of major works of the piano literature in their historical and stylistic contexts. From Beethoven to the end of the Romantic era.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
MUSI 266 Jazz Appreciation 3.00
History of jazz from its beginnings to its most progressive trends, using compositions and recordings to trace its stylistic and technical developments.
Open to all students.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Fine Arts - Appreciation
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Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
MUSI 271 Ear Training III 1.00
Sight singing, melodic and harmonic dictation, keyboard harmony, and rhythm drills to coincide with material covered in MUSI 273.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of MUSI 172, MUSI 173, MUSI 174; co-requisites is MUSI 273.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
MUSI 272 Ear Training IV 1.00
Continuation of MUSI 271 with ear training exercises to coincide with material covered in MUSI 274.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is MUSI 271; co-requisite is MUSI 274.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
MUSI 273 Theory III 3.00
Continuation of MUSI 174. Study of secondary leading-tone chords, diatonic sequences, and tonicization. Analysis of works and part writing included.
Further study of counterpoint will include techniques of four-part imitative and non-imitative polyphonic styles of the Renaissance and Baroque period,
learned through analysis and writing.
Prerequisites:
Completion of MUSI 174 and MUSI 172. Concurrent enrollment in MUSI 271 is required.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
MUSI 274 Theory IV 3.00
Continuation of MUSI 273. Study of modal mixture, Neapolitan sixth chords, augmented sixth chords, chromatic modulation, serialism, and study and
application of set theory.
Prerequisites:
Completion of MUSI 273 and MUSI 271. Concurrent enrollment in MUSI 272 is required.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
MUSI 275 Composition 1.00
Organization of musical ideas into logical and homogeneous form. May be repeated for credit.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of MUSI 174, or consent of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 289 Music Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
MUSI 289AE Music Elective Aesthetic Experience 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
MUSI 289AH Music Elective Art-History 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
MUSI 289DV Music Elective Diversity 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
MUSI 289GA Music Elective Global Awareness 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
MUSI 289PP MUSI Piano Proficiency Exam 0.00
Proficiency Exam verification from Music Department required.
Typically Offered:
MUSI 301 Study Abroad 1.00 - 6.00
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Field trips designed by the Music Department faculty to give students direct experiences in foreign countries. Each program includes musical
performances, preparatory reading, orientation meetings, a faculty-supervised study tour, and a detailed written evaluation of learning situations
associated with the course. With consent of the relevant program and content adaptation, programs provided by other agencies can be considered for
this credit. Students must obtain approval for taking these courses prior to participation. Otherwise the course may not count. For specific degree
requirements, consult your advisor. Course can be repeated only if the content is different.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
MUSI 304 Brass Ensemble 0.00 - 1.00
Study and performance of music suitable for brass ensembles. Offered provided a sufficient number of students register to make a practicable group.
May be repeated for credit.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 305 Woodwind Ensemble 0.00 - 1.00
Study and performance of music suitable for woodwind ensembles. Offered to advanced performers provided a sufficient number of students register
to make a practicable group. May be repeated for credit.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 307 UWS Singers 0.00 - 1.00
Study and performance of music suitable for advanced choral musicians. Approximately three to four performance opportunities per semester, both
on an off-campus. Field trip participation required. Open to all students by audition. May be repeated for credit.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 308 Percussion Ensemble 0.00 - 1.00
Study and performance of music suitable for percussion ensembles. Offered to advanced performers provided a sufficient number of students
register to make a practicable group. May be repeated for credit.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 309 Jazz Combo 0.00 - 1.00
Study and performance of music suitable for jazz combos. Offered provided a sufficient number of students register to make a practicable group. May
be repeated for credit.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 310 Chorale 0.00 - 1.00
Study and performance of a variety of choral literature, including choral/orchestral masterworks. Approximately two to three performance
opportunities per semester, both on and off-campus. Field trip participation required. Open to all students by audition. May be repeated for
credit.credit.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 311 Jazz Ensemble I 0.00 - 1.00
Study and preparation for performance of jazz band literature from the swing era through the most progressive trends. Open to all students by
audition. Field trip participation required. May be repeated for credit.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 312 Symphonic Band 0.00 - 1.00
Study and preparation for performance of college band and wind ensemble literature. Open to all students by audition. Some university-owned
instruments available. Field trip participation required. May be repeated for credit.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 313 Chamber Ensemble 0.00 - 1.00
Study and performance of music suitable for small chamber ensembles, including string ensembles, winds/strings with piano, four-hand piano and
two piano repertoire. May be repeated for credit. Consent of instructor is required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 314 University Orchestra 0.00 - 1.00
Study and preparation for performance of literature for orchestra and chamber orchestra from the 17th to 20th centuries. Open to all students by
audition. Some university-owned instruments available. Field trip participation required. May be repeated for credit.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 315 Chamber Winds 0.00 - 1.00
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Study and performance of music suitable for mixed ensembles. Offered provided a sufficient number of students register to make a practicable
group. May be repeated for credit.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 316 Men's Choir 0.00 - 1.00
Study and performance of music suitable for male choir. Offered provided a sufficient number of students register to make a practicable group. May
be repeated for credit.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 317 Opera Workshop 0.00 - 1.00
Provides progressive training in the art of music and drama culminating in a performance of opera, operetta, musical theatre, and/or scenes. May be
repeated for credit. Instructor consent is required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 318 Global Percussion Ensemble 0.00 - 1.00
Study and performance of music suitable for steel drum ensembles. Offered provided a sufficient number of students register to make a practicable
group. May be repeated for credit.
Typically Offered:
Fall or Spring Terms
MUSI 320 Applied Music-Flute/Piccolo 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Flute/Piccolo. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major
instrument. Passing of Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 321 Applied Music-Oboe/English Horn 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Oboe/English Horn. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major
instrument. Passing of Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 322 Applied Music-Clarinet 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Clarinet. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument.
Passing of Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 323 Applied Music-Saxophone 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Saxophone. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument.
Passing of Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 324 Applied Music-Bassoon 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Bassoon. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument.
Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 325 Applied Music-French Horn 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in French Horn. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument.
Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 326 Applied Music-Trumpet 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Trumpet. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instruments.
Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 327 Applied Music-Trombone/Euphonium 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Trombone/Euphonium. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major
instruments. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
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MUSI 328 Applied Music-Tuba 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Tuba. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instruments.
Passing Advanced Standing Eam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 329 Applied Music-Percussion 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Percussion. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instruments.
Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 330 Applied Music-Guitar 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Guitar. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instruments.
Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 331 Applied Music-Harp 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Harp. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instruments.
Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 332 Applied Music-Violin 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Violin. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instruments.
Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 333 Applied Music-Viola 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Viola. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument.
Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 334 Applied Music-Cello 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Cello. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument.
Passing Advanced Standing in Applied Music Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 335 Applied Music-String Bass 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in String Bass. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument.
Passing Advanced Standing in Applied Music Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 336 Applied Music-Piano 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Piano. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument.
Passing Advanced Standing in Applied Music Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 337 Applied Music-Organ 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Organ. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument.
Passing Advanced Standing in Applied Music Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 338 Applied Music-Harpsichord 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Harpsichord. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument.
Passing Advanced Standing in Applied Music Exam is required to take this course.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is passing of Advanced Standing Exam in Applied Music.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 339 Applied Music-Voice 1.00 - 2.00
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Private instruction in Voice.Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument.
Passing Advanced Standing in Applied Music Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 351 Brass Repertory/Pedagogy 1.00
Study of repertoire and pedagogy for various brass instruments. Instructor consent is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 352 Woodwind Repertory/Pedagogy 1.00
Study of repertoire and pedagogy for various woodwind instruments. Instructor consent is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 353 Piano Repertory 1.00
Study of repertoire for solo piano. May be repeated for credit. Instructor consent is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 354 Organ Repertory 1.00
A survey of organ literature, performance practices, and organ design from antiquity to the present.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 355 String Repertory/Pedagogy 1.00
Study of repertoire and pedagogy for various string instruments. Instructor consent is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 356 Vocal Repertory 1.00
Study of repertoire for solo voice.
Prerequisites:
Consent of cooperating Instructor and Department Chair.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
MUSI 357 Percussion Repertory/Pedagogy 1.00
Study of repertoire and pedagogy for percussion. Instructor consent is required to take this course. Instructor consent is required to enroll in this
course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 362 Music History I 3.00
The study of the development of music literature in the Western world from Antiquity through the Middle Ages, Renaissance, Baroque, and
Pre-Classical. Acquaints students with major forms and styles of music with formal and harmonic analysis of selected examples. Illustrative materials
include recordings and scores. Attention given to placing composers and musical styles within historical contexts.
Prerequisites:
Completion of MUSI 274
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
MUSI 363 Music History II 3.00
ontinuation of MUSI 362. The study of the development of music literature in the Western world from Classical through the Romantic, Post-Romantic,
Twentieth Century and Twenty-First Century. Acquaints students with major forms and styles of music with formal and harmonic analysis of selected
examples. Illustrative materials include recordings and scores. Attention given to placing composers and musical styles within historical contexts.
Prerequisites:
Completion of MUSI 274
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
MUSI 365 Music History III 3.00
Continuation of MUSI 364. Includes the transition to the Romantic through the modern periods. Illustrative materials include recordings and scores.
Required listening.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of MUSI 364 and MUSI 274.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
MUSI 367 Marching Band Techniques 1.00
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Curriculum, materials and organization of the Marching Band component of instrumental music for the secondary school.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
MUSI 370 Vocal Pedagogy 2.00
Study of vocal technique and physiology as it pertains to singing and the teaching of singing. This will be achieved through lectures, readings,
discussions, written assignments, teaching and observations.
Prerequisites:
Co-requisite for taking this course is enrollment in MUSI 239, MUSI 339, or MUSI 439.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
MUSI 372 Counterpoint 2.00
Techniques of 2-, 3-, and 4-part imitative and non-imitative polyphonic styles of the Renaissance and Baroque period, learned through analysis and
writing. Students will use their knowledge by arranging and adapting this music to meet the needs and ability levels of school music ensembles.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of MUSI 274.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
MUSI 374 Orchestration 2.00
Theoretical study of musical instruments. Scoring for band and orchestra and arranging/adapting music for a variety of performance situations.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of MUSI 274.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
MUSI 379 Jazz Band Techniques 1.00
Study of the essential skills required of jazz educators, with a primary focus on teaching jazz at the middle school and high school level. Survey of
jazz ensemble literature.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is admittance to Music Major with Junior class standing.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
MUSI 380 Conducting I 2.00
Introduction to the art of conducting with a focus on the grammar of conducting, communication through gesture, and score study.
Prerequisites:
Completion of MUSI 271 and 273
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
MUSI 381 Conducting II 2.00
Continuation of MUSI 380 with emphasis on techniques used in conducting instrumental ensembles.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of MUSI 380.
Typically Offered:
MUSI 387 Keyboard Pedagogy 2.00
Exploration of the fundamentals of piano teaching, including the learning process and its application to young learners, a review of teaching materials
for the elementary student, and specific aspects of organ pedagogy. Emphasis on independent studio management and planning.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of three years of private piano study.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
MUSI 389 Music Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
MUSI 390 Conducting II 1.00
Continuation of MUSI 380 with emphasis on advanced techniques used while conducting ensembles in the student's primary area: band, choral, or
orchestral.
Prerequisites:
Completion of MUSI 380
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
MUSI 391 Collaborative Keyboard 1.00
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Introduction to collaborative keyboard preparation and performance. Topics include categories of repertoire, sound and ensemble issues, quick
study, and professional behavior. May be repeated for credit. Consent of instructor is required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
MUSI 392 Jazz Improvisation 1.00
Extensive individual or group study in the theory and practice of musical performance, conducting, or musical group organization and promotion.
Projects are designed in consultation with the instructor and/or the student's advisor. May be repeated for credit. Audition and consent of Music
Faculty are required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
MUSI 394 Piano Technology 1.00
Study of basic piano operation and maintenance with opportunity for hands-on experience.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
MUSI 395 Half Recital 1.00
Public performance of a 30-minute program of serious musical content. Audition and Music Faculty consent are required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 420 Applied Music-Flute/Piccolo 4.00
Private instruction in Flute/Piccolo. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their
major instrument. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 421 Applied Music-Oboe/English Horn 4.00
Private instruction in Oboe/English Horn. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying
their major instrument. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 422 Applied Music-Clarinet 4.00
Private instruction in Clarinet. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major
instrument. Audition and Music Faculty consent are required to enroll in this course. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 423 Applied Music-Saxophone 4.00
Private instruction in Saxophone. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their
major instrument. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 424 Applied Music-Bassoon 4.00
Private instruction in Bassoon. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major
instrument. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 425 Applied Music-French Horn 4.00
Private instruction in French Horn. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their
major instrument. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 426 Applied Music-Trumpet 4.00
Private instruction in Trumpet. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major
instrument. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 427 Applied Music-Trombone/Euphonium 4.00
Private instruction in Trombone/Euphonium. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying
their major instrument. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
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MUSI 428 Applied Music-Tuba 4.00
Private instruction in Tuba. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major
instrument. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 429 Applied Music-Percussion 4.00
Private instruction in Percussion. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major
instrument. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 430 Applied Music-Guitar 4.00
Private instruction in Guitar. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major
instrument. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 431 Applied Music-Harp 4.00
Private instruction in Harp. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major
instrument. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 432 Applied Music-Violin 4.00
Private instruction in Violin. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major
instrument. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 433 Applied Music-Viola 4.00
Private instruction in Viola. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major
instrument. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 434 Applied Music-Cello 4.00
Private instruction in Cello. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major
instrument. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 435 Applied Music-String Bass 4.00
Private instruction in String Bass. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their
major instrument. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 436 Applied Music-Piano 4.00
Private instruction in Piano. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major
instrument. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 437 Applied Music-Organ 4.00
Private instruction in Organ. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major
instrument. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 439 Applied Music-Voice 4.00
Private instruction in Voice. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major
instrument. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 489 Music Elective 0.00 - 99.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
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MUSI 489AE Music Elective Aesthetic Experience 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
MUSI 489AH Music Elective Art History 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
MUSI 489DV Music Elective Diversity 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
MUSI 489GA Music Elective Global Awareness 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
MUSI 490 Independent Study 1.00 - 4.00
For advanced music students who have shown themselves capable of independent work. Research topic selected in consultation with the faculty
member who will supervise the student.
Prerequisites:
Consent of cooperating Instructor and Department Chair.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 495 Full Recital 2.00
Public performance of a 60-minute program of serious musical content.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of MUSI 395 and permission of faculty in area of applied study.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 498 Music Capstone Experience 0.00
Public presentation or performance of student's capstone project.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
NSED - Natural Sciences Education
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
NSED 189 Natural Science Education Elective 0.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
NSED 289 Natural Science Education Elective 0.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
NSED 321 Teaching Elementary/Middle School Science 3.00
Study of the theories, models and strategies for teaching science concepts and skills to elementary/middle school children (grades K-9). National and
state standards guide the conceptual framework for this course. Peer-to-Peer teaching required. A minimum grade of C in this course is required for
all education majors. Typically Offered: Fall and Spring - Online -On Campus-hybrid
Prerequisites:
Admission to the Teacher Education Program and Completion of T ED 300 (C or Better)
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
NSED 339 Secondary Methods in Science Education 3.00
General principles and problems of teaching science in the secondary schools. Emphasis on organizing teaching activities, teaching materials,
resources, and current methodology. This course includes a required pre-student teaching clinical in grades 9-12. A minimum grade of C in this
course is required for all education majors. On-Campus/Hybrid
Prerequisites:
Admission to the Teacher Education Program and Completion of T ED 300 (C or Better). Teacher Education Non-Academic Test (TB and
Criminal Background Check)
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Typically Offered:
Selected Spring Terms Only
NSED 389 Natural Science Education Elective 0.00 - 12.00
Transfer credit ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
PE - Physical Education
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
PE 135 Team Sports 1.00 - 8.00
Designed to acquaint students with skills, techniques, strategy, and rules of team sports. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.
Typically Offered:
PHIL - Philosophy
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
PHIL 151 Introduction To Philosophy 3.00
Philosophy concerns some of the most fundamental questions: Why do human beings exist? Does everything have a cause? Can you think without
language? What does it mean to live a good life? What is the nature of freedom? Are humans truly free? We will consider these questions and more
through exploring perspectives from around the globe, from the ancient to the contemporary.
University Studies Requirements:
Humanities - WLCP
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
PHIL 160 Philosophy and Film 3.00
In this course we will view films with philosophical themes and pair them with readings that help us to consider those themes more deeply. Readings
will be at the introductory level; and films will include everything from the artsy to the absurd.
University Studies Requirements:
Humanities - WLCP
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
PHIL 189 Philosophy Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
PHIL 211 Contemporary Moral Problems 3.00
Are all acts inherently selfish? Should everyone follow the same moral laws? Do we need God to tell us how to behave? Why should we be good and
what does that even mean? Should all living creatures be treated equally? In this course we will entertain questions like these as we apply moral
theories to a selection of contemporary issues (for example, human rights, environmental ethics, the global sex trade, the death penalty). A key
concern will be our ethical responsibilities in the diverse contemporary global theater. Offered on-line only.
University Studies Requirements:
Humanities - WLCP
Typically Offered:
PHIL 212 Critical Thinking 3.00
The central objective of this course is to help students understand a diverse array of critical thinking styles. This course emphasizes that the type of
thinking one applies depends heavily on one’s objective, cultural context, and personal style. These goals will be addressed through a series of
modules, each one demonstrating different methods of engaging with ideas to determine their value, falsity, and/or truth. Students will be exposed to
methods of reasoning in a variety of historical and cultural contexts. Students will be required: to reflect on their own decision-making process; to
identify, evaluate and apply diverse perspectives; to connect and contrast different worldviews; and understand the historical sources of, and to
demonstrate openness to, dissimilar worldviews.
University Studies Requirements:
Humanities - WLCP
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
PHIL 255 Environmental Ethics 3.00
This course explores different ethical and philosophical approaches to human-environment relations, and their implications for long-term ecological
sustainability. Topics include wilderness, climate ethics and politics, food ethics, individual vs. collective action, indigenous relationships to the land,
pets, and consumption.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
PHIL 262 Introduction to Political Thought 3.00
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This course exposes students to some of the classic pieces in this field of political theory and teaches them how to work with theoretical and
philosophical texts that continue to shape, inform, and challenge the analysis of current political phenomena today. Through these texts, the course
introduces questions about the nature of human beings, the roots of government authority, the best regime, and the circumstances of legitimate
revolution as well as ideals such as liberty, equality, rights, and justice. Cross-listed as PHIL/POLS 262.
University Studies Requirements:
Humanities - WLCP
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
PHIL 289 Philosophy Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
PHIL 289DV Philosophy Elective Diversity 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
PHIL 289ES Philosophy Elective: Environmental Science UST 1.00 - 12.00
Philosophy Elective: Environmental Science UST
University Studies Requirements:
Natural Sciences - Environment
Typically Offered:
PHIL 289GA Philosophy Elective Global Awareness 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
PHIL 289MC Philosophy Elective Math/Computer Science 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
PHIL 289NW Philosophy Elective Non-Western 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
PHIL 289SS Philosophy Elective Social Science 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
PHIL 289WC Philosophy Elective World Culture 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
PHIL 301 Study Abroad 0.00 - 6.00
Field trips designed by the department faculty to give students direct experiences in foreign countries. Each program includes preparatory reading,
orientation meetings, a faculty-supervised study tour, and a detailed written evaluation of learning situations associated with the course. With consent
of the relevant program and content adaptation, programs provided by other agencies can be considered for this credit. Students must obtain
approval for taking these courses prior to participation. Otherwise the course may not count. Also, for specific degree requirements, please consult
your advisor. Course can be repeated only if the content is different.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
PHIL 330 Social Justice 3.00
Students will investigate what it means to be concerned with social justice, and how to motivate oneself and others to make desired social change.
Central concerns will include: identifying and addressing inequalities of power, self-reflection regarding one’s social location, non-hierarchical
organizations, and recognizing the value of diversity. This course will be relevant to those with interests in a variety of careers including: education,
social work, non-profits, government, and community activism.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
PHIL 340 Enlightenment, Freedom and Alienation (19th Century Philosophy) 3.00
In this course we will read philosophers who are concerned with our liberation from inherited, imprisoning belief systems. As such, special attention
will be given to the philosophical question of freedom, its limits, and its use as a basis for rationality, morality, and politics. This course will focus
primarily on philosophers from the Enlightenment (Kant) through German Idealism (Hegel) Schelling, Kierkegaard, Nietzsche, Marx and Husserl.
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Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of any 100 or 200 level PHIL course or POLS 262, or instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
PHIL 350 The Self-Unconcealed (20th Century Philosophy) 3.00
"Know thyself" seems like good advice. But what does it mean to know yourself? Aren't some aspects of ourselves hidden from us? Do others know
us in ways that we can never know ourselves? This course is an exploration of (mostly 20th Century Continental) philosophers notions of the
self/subjectivity. Interestingly, they consider the self as something fundamentally concealed/hidden/absent from oneself. Our ongoing question will be;
how can we have any self-knowledge in light of these ideas? Philosophers we will consider may include: Husserl, Sartre, Levinas, and Derrida.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of any 100 or 200 level PHIL course or consent of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
PHIL 351 Selected Topics 3.00
In-depth study of a particular problem, philosopher or period of current interest. May be repeated for up to nine credits provided topics are different.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
PHIL 365 Philosophy of Love and Sex 3.00
In this course we will begin with the assumption that love and sex cannot be reduced to "a commotion of one's anatomy." Instead we will consider
them as two of the most meaningful aspects of human existence, as our most intimate and profound ways of relating to others and to ourselves.
Cross-listed as PHIL/GST 365.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
PHIL 389 Philosophy Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
PHIL 459 Philosophies of Pregnancy, Childbirth and Mothering 3.00
This course will explore pregnancy, childbirth, and mothering from two perspectives-the embodied experience of women and its political-social
context. We will consider how women's firsthand experiences of motherhood are responses to a broader social milieu. This approach will enable us to
think about a variety of philosophical themes and questions with regard to our topic including: philosophical method, embodiment, sex and gender, the
origins of ethics, moral obligation, virtue, moral luck, intersubjectivity, and oppression. Cross-listed as PHIL/GST 459.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
PHIL 489 Philosophy Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
PHIL 489DV Philosophy Elective Diversity 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
PHIL 489ES Philosophy Elective: Environmental Science UST 1.00 - 12.00
Philosophy Elective: Environmental Science UST
University Studies Requirements:
Natural Sciences - Environment
Typically Offered:
PHIL 489GA Philosophy Elective Global Awareness 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
PHIL 489MC Philosophy Elective Math/Computer Science 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
PHIL 489NW Philosophy Elective Non-Western 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
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Typically Offered:
PHIL 489WC Philosophy Elective World Culture 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
PHIL 490 Independent Study 1.00 - 3.00
Individually supervised reading and study of a topic or problem of student interest. A paper is required.
Prerequisites:
Consent of cooperating Instructor and Department Chair.
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
PHYS - Physics
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
PHYS 100 Astronomy 4.00
Includes a brief history of astronomy, the study of the motions and structures of the Earth, the moon, the sun, planets, stars and galaxies and
consideration of cosmological theories. (Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours.) Meets the General Education requirement for Natural Science
laboratory class. Offered on campus Fall Terms only, and on line Spring Terms.
University Studies Requirements:
Natural Sciences - Lab
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
PHYS 107 Algebra-Based Physics I 4.00
Newtonian mechanics and waves. Designed for students majoring in the humanities, education, medical sciences, or biological sciences. Not open to
students with a major in Chemistry or Mathematics. (Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours.) Meets the General Education requirement for Natural
Science laboratory class.
University Studies Requirements:
Natural Sciences - Lab
Prerequisites:
MATH 102, 113 or 115 with grade of C-or better or math placement test is required.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
PHYS 108 Algebra-Based Physics II 4.00
Continuation of PHYS 107 covering electricity, magnetism, and light. (Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours.)
Prerequisites:
PHYS 107 or 201 with a grade of C- or better.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
PHYS 160 Physical Science 4.00
Laboratory-oriented course covering the basic concepts of physics and chemistry. Meets the General Education requirement for Natural Sciences
laboratory class, recommended for elementary education majors. (Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours.) Offered Fall Term on-line and Spring
Term on-campus
University Studies Requirements:
Natural Sciences - Lab
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
PHYS 189 Physics Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
PHYS 201 Calculus-Based Physics I 5.00
Newtonian mechanics, waves and thermodynamics. Meets the University Studies Program requirement for Natural Science laboratory class.
(Lecture four hours, laboratory two hours.)
University Studies Requirements:
Natural Sciences - Lab
Prerequisites:
Completion of MATH 240.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
PHYS 202 Calculus-Based Physics II 5.00
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Electricity, magnetism, and light. (Lecture four hours, laboratory two hours.)
Prerequisites:
Completion of MATH 241 and PHYS 201 or PHYS 205.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
PHYS 205 Calculus Applications in Introductory Physics I 1.00
Supplemental to introductory non-calculus-based PHYS 107 course. Covers the calculus applications which are normally covered in the
calculus-based course Physics 201. Students who have taken PHYS 107 may decide to supplement their physics background with this course to
gain access to higher level courses which have calculus-based physics as a pre-requisite.
Prerequisites:
Completion of PHYS 107, Math 240 and instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
PHYS 206 Calculus Applications in Introductory Physics II 1.00
Supplemental to introductory non-calculus based PHYS 108. Covers the calculus applications which are normally covered in the calculus-based
course PHYS 202. Students who have taken PHYS 108 may decide to supplement their physics background with this course to gain access to
higher-level courses which have calculus-based physics as a pre-requisite.
Prerequisites:
Completion of PHYS 108, MATH 241 and instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
PHYS 281 Selected Topics 1.00 - 6.00
May be offered for individualized or multiple-student instruction on a particular topic. May be independent study, lecture or laboratory. Topics(s)
selected based on student interest with approval of instructor. Prerequisites: At least one semester of physics. Offered upon sufficient demand.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
PHYS 289 Physics Elective 1.00 - 99.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
PHYS 289ES Physics Elective Environmental Science 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
PHYS 289LS Physics Elective Lab Science 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
PHYS 300 History and Philosophy of Science 3.00
Examines the nature of science, the history of science, and the nature and history of the impact of science on human life and thought. Provides some
understanding of the methods of science, the difference between science and pseudo science, the political and ideological uses of science, and the
moral responsibilities of scientists and science educators. Cross listed as PHIL/PHYS 300.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
PHYS 311 Mechanics 4.00
Classical mechanics, mathematical techniques using vector calculus, conservation laws and their relation to symmetry principles, rigid body
dynamics, accelerated coordinate systems, and introduction to the generalized coordinate formalisms of LaGrange and Hamiltion. (Lecture four
hours.)
Prerequisites:
Completion of MATH 241 and PHYS 201 or 205 is required.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
PHYS 321 Electrical Circuits and Electronics 2.00 - 4.00
Laboratory based course in analog and digital circuits, AC and DC circuits, resonance, filters, transistors, operational amplifies, logic, memory,
microprocessors and computer architecture.
Prerequisites:
Completion of PHYS 202 or 206 or instructor Consent.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
PHYS 325 Wave Motion and Optics 3.00
Wave phenomena with specific applications to plane electromagnetic waves, reflection, refraction, guided waves and the process of radiation.
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Prerequisites:
Completion of PHYS 202 or 206 or instructor Consent.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
PHYS 375 Physics Laboratory 1.00 - 3.00
Extended laboratory experiments selected to give experiences in advanced physics concepts and techniques. Experiments are agreed upon between
the instructor and student. (Laboratory two-six hours.) May be repeated when topics are different. Instructor consent required for taking this course.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
PHYS 381 Intermediate Topics 1.00 - 6.00
May be offered for individualized or multiple-student instruction on a particular topic. May be independent study, lecture or laboratory. Topic(s)
selected based on student interest with approval of instructor. May be repreated when topics are different.
Prerequisites:
Completion of MATH 241 and PHYS 201 or 205 is required.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
PHYS 389 Physics Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
PHYS 398 Physics Tutorial Project 1.00 - 4.00
Tutoring students in 100-level physics courses under supervision of a physics staff member. (Three hours per week per credit.)
Prerequisites:
Completion of PHYS 108 or 202.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
PHYS 401 Modern Physics 3.00
Non-classical phenomena and their explanation in relativity and quantum mechanics. Topics include Special Relativity, relativistic transformations,
E=mc2 spacetime, wave-particle duality of matter and light, the Heisenberg uncertainty principle, Schrodinger's equation, atomic physics, quantum
numbers, spin, nuclear physics, radioactivity, nuclear forces, and the Standard Model. (Lecture three hours.)
Prerequisites:
Completion of PHYS 202 or PHYS 206.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
PHYS 448 Atomic And Quantum Physics 4.00
Introduction to the philosophy and mathematics of quantum mechanics, including uncertainty, wave-particle duality, problem solving in tunneling and
boundary conditions, time-dependent wave functions, the quantum mechanics of hydrogen, alkali metals, and chemical bonding. (Lecture four hours.)
Prerequisites:
Completion of PHYS 202 or 206 or instructor Consent.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
PHYS 481 Special Topics 1.00 - 6.00
In-depth study of specialized current topics in physics selected by the faculty on the basis of community interest. May include workshops, seminars,
field trips, special problems, independent study. May be repeated when topics are different. Instructor consent required.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
PHYS 489 Physics Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
PHYS 489ES Physics Elective Environmental Science 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
PHYS 489LS Physics Elective Lab Science 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
PHYS 491 Physics Research 1.00 - 4.00
Individual laboratory and/or theoretical investigation of a problem selected by the student and faculty or other skilled supervisor. The project will
include study of related literature and formal reporting. Designed to give junior/senior level students practical experience in physics research. May be
repeated for a total of four credits. Instructor Consent required.
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Occasional by Demand
PLI - Public Leadership & Innovation
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
PLI 102 Introduction to Public Leadership and Innovation 3.00
Examines how students can become advocates for social change in their own communities. Students are encouraged to identify their own issue,
examine the history of the issue, research potential solutions and choose a course of action. Once students learn who decides and how decisions are
made at the local, state, national and global levels, they must formulate how they want to participate in the political process and influence the
outcome. Meets DPI requirement.
University Studies Requirements:
Social Science
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
PLI 350 Civic Intervention I: Investigation and Analysis 3.00
The course explores the complexities of policy-making and social change processes, from the perspective of specific potential civic interventions. The
course introduces students to the skills and knowledge necessary to identify local and community challenges, analyze existing policies and
organizations focused on addressing these challenges, and evaluate the effectiveness of existing policies or programs. In order to do so, the first half
of the course is structured as a seminar, which prepares students to the second part of the course, in which they conduct their own analysis of one
current community challenge. This course is the first in a 2-course sequence.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
PLI 366 Methods of Practice: Macro Skills 3.00
This course emphasizes social work macro practice at the agency and community levels. Course focuses on 1) conscious use of self and ethics in
macro practice; 2) organizational development, facilitation, scenario planning, administration and supervision.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
PLI 450 Civic Intervention II: Designing Solutions 3.00
The aim of this course is to research and write a senior thesis, which will focus on designing a concrete plan for civic intervention. Building on the
knowledge and skills gained during their studies, students will continue working on the community challenge they identified in PLI 350. After mapping
and analyzing existing organizations, policies and programs that aim to address this challenge in the community, students will use evaluations these
programs and will design their own concrete plan to address this identified challenge. A seminar will be incorporated in part of the course for students
to share and discuss their research and intervention plans. Students will also present their intervention plans to relevant stakeholders and
community partners. This is the second in a 2-course sequence.
Prerequisites:
Completion of PLI 350 Prerequisite
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
PLI 485 Internship 3.00
The Internship provides a structured and focused field experience in a public agency, a non-governmental or non-profit organization, or a political
campaign. Students will be assigned duties in various agencies, as well as regular meetings in an on-campus seminar (either in person or via Zoom)
to discuss on-site experiences. Required for the PLI major. Instructor consent is required to enroll in this course.
Prerequisites:
Must complete Capstone Sequence PLI 350 and PLI 450
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
POLS - Political Science
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
POLS 100 Introduction to Political Science 3.00
Politics is often perceived as cynical and subsidiary from the normative interaction of society. But what is politics? What is the role of politics in
society? What is the relationship between politics and government? To what extent does politics influence human relations and the ways in which
government and its institutions function? The course will examine these questions by focusing on one topic each semester. Each of these
topics--such as the concept of borders, citizenship, globalization, immigration, etc.--represents a central debate in politics, and introduces some of the
current concerns in our world today.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Social Science
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
POLS 101 Introduction to Comparative Politics 3.00
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The recent history of Afghanistan has highlighted the complexities of national and state building. This course explores these two terms and what they
mean. Is there a single universal definition and a singular path to modernity or are there multiple definitions and pathways to modernity? The first part
of the course will examine the various theories of development with this question in mind. The second part of the course will focus on one developing
country. By concentrating on their development pattern we draw out some lessons about tensions and contradictions that accompany development.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Humanities - History
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
POLS 102 Civic Literacy, Engagement and Education 3.00
: Examines how civic values, dispositions, and practices affect the quality of a democracy, with attention to democratic participation beyond the ballot
box, media literacy, patterns of civic engagement, policy making institutions at the national, state and local levels, creating democratic institutions and
procedures, democracy simulations, and decision-making.
University Studies Requirements:
Social Science
Typically Offered:
POLS 150 Sex, Scandal, and Corruption in U.S. Politics 3.00
This course examines what constitutes a political scandal, why a certain scandal can become ‘viral,’ and investigate the progression of major
scandals throughout American history. Also included is a discussion of the implications for trust and legitimacy, the immediate and long-term
consequences of scandal, and the different responses to corruption used by the executive, legislative, and judicial branches. Through this lens,
students will gain an understanding of the workings of American National Government.
University Studies Requirements:
Social Science
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
POLS 175 The Making of the Modern Global System 3.00
Is another world possible? Could we have inherited a different global order? We examine the pillars of current global order, such as the rise of
capitalism, emergence of state, violence, imperialism, rise and fall of dominant states, and emergence of democratic values and institutions. We
particularly examine how we as individuals interact and help maintain the current global order with an understanding that we can change the current
order for a better order in the future. The second part of the course examines various theories of how to understand the global order ranging from
realism, liberalism, Marxism, to globalization, human security and feminism.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Humanities - History
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
POLS 180 Public Education Politics and Policy 3.00
A study of the importance of public education as a public good and a right; policy making institutions at both the national and state level; and analysis
of the output—public education outcomes with an emphasis on how schools are funded in the US and its implications for present and future.
University Studies Requirements:
Social Science
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
POLS 189 Political Science Elective 1.00 - 99.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
POLS 230 U.S. National, State and Local Government 3.00
Structure of American government on the national, state and local levels; federalism; behavior patterns of public officials; modes of citizen
participation. Not open to Political Science majors.
University Studies Requirements:
Social Science
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
POLS 240 Bioterrorism: A Case in Public Policy Making 3.00
What role does government play in preparing for a potential biowarfare/bioterrorist act? Preventing such attacks or outbreaks? This course reviews
the powers of the state to prevent and respond to attacks, including a background in the history, origins, motivations, and techniques used by
terrorists. The course will cover the potential for biowarfare/bioterrorist acts, how destruction is produced, and government preparedness, response,
and recovery from such attacks. Bioterrorism and its various dimensions is the primary focus and thus topics covered in this class. For most weeks,
however, we will ask (and attempt to answer) the question ‘what role does/should government have in addressing this issue?’
University Studies Requirements:
Social Science
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
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POLS 260 Contemporary Issues in American Politics 3.00
Same-sex marriage, welfare reform, stem cell research, urban poverty, the legalization of medical marijuana...these and other contemporary issues
incite tremendous passion among the public, leading to policy debates, disputes over the role of government in American society and controversial
social policy. This course goes beyond the surface-level debates and explores the political and social context of contemporary political controversies
as well as the ramifications of government policies.
University Studies Requirements:
Social Science
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
POLS 262 Introduction to Political Thought 3.00
This course exposes students to some of the classic pieces in this field of political theory and teaches them how to work with theoretical and
philosophical texts that continue to shape, inform, and challenge the analysis of current political phenomena today. Through these texts, the course
introduces questions about the nature of human beings, the roots of government authority, the best regime, and the circumstances of legitimate
revolution as well as ideals such as liberty, equality, rights, and justice. Cross-listed as PHIL/POLS 262.
University Studies Requirements:
Humanities - WLCP
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
POLS 264 War and Peace in Bosnia 3.00
This course is an interdisciplinary examination of various theories of the causes of conflict and conflict resolution within the specific historical context
of the disintegration of Yugoslavia during the 1990s, and particularly the Bosnian was of 1992-95. Using those historical events and the questions
they raise as a test-case, the course will try to come to some general conclusions about the nature and causes of ethnic conflict and how it differs
from interstate conflict; the reasons for and methods of international intervention, including negotiation, arbitration, adjudication, and mediation; the
factors that contribute to the success or failure of various methods of intervention and conflict resolution; the challenges involved in re-building
societies after war; and the long-term prospects for fostering peace, security, justice, and human rights through such efforts. Code 1. RE.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Even Years Only
POLS 265 Contemporary Political Thought 3.00
Introduces students to the origin and theoretical background of some of the central debates within political theory. Focus is on topics such as power
and authority, nation-state in a global world, sovereignty and control, gender and identity and human rights. By analyzing and understanding some of
the common underlying assumptions and beliefs about human nature, society, and state, we will learn about the forces that shape our economic,
social and political systems today.
University Studies Requirements:
Humanities - WLCP
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
POLS 266 War and Peace in Northern Ireland 3.00
This course is an interdisciplinary examination of various theories of the causes of conflict and conflict resolution within the general historical context
of the rise and demise of the British Empire, and particularly the Northern Ireland question. Using those historical events and the questions they raise
as a test-case, the course will try to come to some general conclusions about the nature and causes of ethnic conflict and how it differs from
interstate conflict; the reasons for and methods of international intervention, including negotiation, arbitration, adjudication, and mediation; the factors
that contribute to the success or failure of various methods of intervention and conflict resolution; the challenges involved in re-building societies after
prolonged civil war; and the long-term prospects for fostering peace, security, justice, and human rights through such efforts. Code 1. RE.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Odd Years Only
POLS 289 Political Science Elective 1.00 - 99.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
POLS 289DV Political Science Elective Diversity 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
POLS 289GA Political Science Elective Global Awareness 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
POLS 289HH Political Science Elective Humanities-History 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
POLS 289SS Political Science Elective Social Sciences 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
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Typically Offered:
POLS 289WC Political Science Elective World Culture 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
POLS 299 Wisconsin in Scotland 1.00 - 17.00
Study Abroad
Typically Offered:
POLS 301 Study Abroad 0.00 - 6.00
Field trips designed by the department faculty to give students direct experiences in foreign countries. Each program includes preparatory reading,
orientation meetings, a faculty-supervised study tour, and a detailed written evaluation of learning situations associated with the course. With consent
of the relevant program and content adaptation, programs provided by other agencies can be considered for this credit. Students must obtain
approval for taking these courses prior to participation. Otherwise the course may not count. For specific degree requirements, consult your advisor.
The course can be repeated only if content is different.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
POLS 302 Social Science Research Methods 3.00
The course explores research methods used in social science to study human thoughts, behaviors, interaction, institutions, and populations. The
study of research is meant to provide students with the practical tools of doing social science research, including formulating their own research
questions and developing analytical strategies to evaluate those questions. In addition, the course provides the theoretical background for reading,
evaluating and interpreting existing empirical research.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
POLS 330 U.S. State and Local Government 3.00
Comparative study of the political behavior and institutions of the state and local governments in the United States; current structural and functional
problems confronting these political systems.
Typically Offered:
Fall or Spring Terms
POLS 345 Theories of War and Peace 3.00
This course examines various political theories in terms of their relevance to the question of war and peace. Specially, how does each theory define
peace (negative or positive) what should be done to preserve and maintain peace; whether war is inevitable; and under what conditions is it legitimate
to resort to war. The following "traditions" will be covered in the course; realism, liberalism, Marxism, globalization, feminism, post-colonialism,
post-colonialism, post-modernism, constructivism, international justice, green, globalization and human security.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
POLS 352 Paths to Peace 3.00
The first part of the course examines how economic, social, political, environmental and legal policies facilitate movement towards peace in a broad
context. The emphasis will be to link policies that enable us to move towards a more just world. The second part of this course examines various
approaches to peace from simple peacekeeping to peacebuilding.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
POLS 353 International Law 3.00
The first part of this course examines how we define human rights by examining the treaties that serve as the foundation of human rights such as the
Universal Declaration of Human Rights, International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights and the International Covenant on Economic, Social and
Cultural Rights. This section also examines the various institutions that have been created to monitor and enforce these treaties such as the UN
Human Rights Council and the European Court of Human Rights. The second part of the course examines the text of various international treaties
that relate to subjects such as war crimes, crimes against humanity, genocide, torture, gender discrimination, racial discrimination, and refugees. The
course will conclude with an evaluation of the emerging institutional framework to better monitor and enforce these laws, most notably the
International Criminal Court.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
POLS 361 Campaigns and Elections 3.00
In a representative democracy, active participation in elections is essential to ensure elected officials remain faithful to constituent interests. Does
this ideal adequately reflect the nature of elections in the current political system? This course is designed to expose students to the contemporary
state of Congressional and Presidential campaigns in the American political system with focus on campaign strategy, the role of the media and
campaign finance. The course also investigates contemporary elections, examining who votes and why, and the mechanics of the electoral process.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
POLS 364 Environmental Politics & Policy-Making 3.00
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This course provides participants understanding of the politics and process of environmental policy-making in the US. The class begins by examining
how environmental issues arrive on the public agenda and the role of political institutions – along with scientists, non-profits, and the general public –
in crafting environmental policy. This, in the effort, to equip participants with a theoretical understanding of the policy-making process as well as the
practical political forces that predominate today. Emphasis is placed on the use – or misuse – of scientific information in the policy making process.
This is intended to provide students an understanding of the various approaches used by governmental and non-governmental actors in the creation
of environmental policy, and the necessary trade-offs actors must make given the constraints of the system. At the end of the term, students should
be able to discuss the circumstances necessary for environmental policy change as well as a better understanding of the current environmental
policies concerning the management of the Great Lakes watershed.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
POLS 372 Power and Resistance 3.00
This course explores the politics of power and resistance. It introduces different concepts of modern and pre-modern power and control, and
examines instances of resistance from around the world, traversing different time periods, geographies, and cultures. Examples range from peasant
revolts to labor movements, feminist struggles to antiwar mobilizations, prisoner uprisings to popular wars. The course inquires into the social forces
involved, what they seek to resist, the methods and goals of resistance, and the reception of this resistance by its purported audience. This course
incorporates theoretical and historical texts as well as visual material and movies.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
POLS 374 Women and Politics 3.00
In the United States, women hold 18% of the seats in the 112th Congress, marking the nation 85th in its level of representation for women. Globally,
women constitute 15% of all members of parliament, although significant regional variation persists. How do gendered hierarchies continue to shape
and structure political systems? Why have women not yet reached parity in elected office? Should women be represented as women? What
difference do women bring to elective office? These and other questions are explored throughout the course, with particular attention to the historical
exclusion of women from the public arena, the methods used by women to enter electoral and activist politics, and the current political status of
women in the United States and globally. Cross-listed as POLS/GST 374.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Typically Offered:
Fall or Spring Terms
POLS 376 Theories of Human Rights 3.00
This course examines the nature and origin of human rights, as well as the conflicts and debates that result from the different understanding of the
concept. We will explore questions such as; Are human rights individual or collective? Are they universal or should instead be understood as culturally
sensitive? Do they include positive rights or only negative rights? And what about economic and social rights? Providing answers to these questions
will allow us to understand our own political, economic, and social beliefs, as well as approaches that are different from ours. In order to answer
these questions, the course will combine discussions about the concept of human rights with analyses of current cases of human rights violations
around the world, including the origin of these violations, desired changes, politics, and effective actions.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
POLS 381 Theories of Justice 3.00
The course examines the different approaches to the concept of justice, in the attempt to help students develop their own critical thinking about the
topic. The course overviews the leading contemporary conceptions and theories of justice - including utilitarian, libertarian, communitarian,
deliberative-democratic, and feminist theories -, and focuses on the relationship between theories of justice and concepts of liberty and equality. The
aim of this course is to examine the ways in which each of these different approaches to justice provides a different vision for the political, economic,
and social life, and shapes different institutions and values.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
POLS 389 Political Science Elective 1.00 - 99.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
POLS 397 American Conservative Thought 3.00
The political debates between liberalism and conservatism are ardent. However, while these two terms are used freely and are attached to varied
themes, their meaning is uncertain. Hence this class aims to introduce the students to the meaning of American conservatism. While defining
conservatism, students will become familiar with the most relevant topics in the American Conservative Thought. The class introduces the political
and philosophical heritage of conservatism, as well as examines themes that are relevant to contemporary American politics today. The focus will be
on principles of conservatism, not on analyzing policies or proposals. Moreover, aiming to give a balanced view, a variety of perspectives that support
and criticize American Conservatism will be presented.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
POLS 420 Biotechnology Policy and Ethics 3.00
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Human reproductive cloning, genetic modification and alteration, personalized genomics, synthetic biology...these are only some of the areas of
inquiry in the life sciences that have attracted public interest for their societal, ethical and policy implications. This course examines the political and
ethical implications of selected areas of biotechnology that are now a part of the contemporary public debate with particular emphasis on the impact
of these technologies on women. Some of the principles examined are legalistic, while others require ethical reasoning evaluating concepts such as
human nature, personhood and autonomy. Key questions considered in this course include: Who benefits from these biotechnologies? Who are the
primary actors engaged in policy creation? How can emerging technologies best be managed to balance individual freedom and scientific
advancement with adequate protections for vulnerable classes? Finally, how do these technologies fit into our belief systems regarding the desirability
of emerging biotechnologies in our individual lives and for society more generally?
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
POLS 456 Feminist Theory and Action 3.00
Seminar course providing a deeper look at feminist thought, building on the introduction provided in GST 150. Through readings and films, examines
conversations, controversies, and connections among a range of feminist thinkers. Students explore the intersections of feminist thought and action,
reading a variety of calls to action and articulating their own. Cross-listed as POLS/GST 456.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of GST 150 or instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
POLS 465 Congress and the Presidency 3.00
How have the contemporary Congress and President changed over the past two hundred years? Are these changes consistent with the intent of the
Founding Fathers? Do we have an imperial Presidency? Why do Americans consistently approve of their member of Congress yet revile Congress as
an institution? This course is designed to explore the historical evolution of the Executive and Legislative branches of government, while
simultaneously considering the intention of the Founding Fathers. The nature of this interbranch relationship is evaluated through examination of the
political parties, elections and the changing electoral and partisan environments.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
POLS 485 Internship 2.00 - 10.00
Structured and focused field experience in a public agency. Students will be assigned duties in various agencies. Prerequisites: Only students with a
Political Science major or minor may enroll in this course. Written consent of the instructor must be obtained before registering for this course. Since
the internship is an independent learning experience involving the cooperation and assistance of an outside agency, students should notify the
instructor in writing of their interest in doing an internship early in the semester before the semester of the actual field experience.
Typically Offered:
Fall or Spring Terms
POLS 489 Political Science Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
POLS 489DV Political Science Elective Diversity 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
POLS 489GA Political Science Elective Global Awareness 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
POLS 489HH Political Science Elective Humanities-History 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
POLS 489SS Political Science Elective Social Sciences 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
POLS 489WC Political Science Elective World Culture 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
POLS 494 Global Studies Capstone 0.00
Required culminating senior year project which integrates and synthesizes the student's coursework (theories, concepts, skill competencies) into a
formal project and experience, negotiated with the student's minor advisor and instructor for final consent and approval. Senior capstone is paired
with another course in the minor.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
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POLS 497 Student Initiated Seminar 1.00 - 3.00
The program offers a specially designed seminar or student-initiated seminar when there is sufficient interest. For further information, see the
program coordinator.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
POLS 499 Senior Seminar 3.00
Guided research on a selected topic in political science. Each student produces a formal written research paper based on systematic investigation of
the question. Individual work in consultation with a faculty thesis advisor will be balanced with collaborative discussions among all students writing
theses. The capstone will be a public presentation of each student's research findings.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
PSYC - Psychology
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
PSYC 101 Introduction to Psychology 3.00
An introductory survey, providing an overview of the science of psychology; history and methodology; biological basis of behavior; measurement;
learning and motivation; personality and social psychology.
University Studies Requirements:
Social Science
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
PSYC 189 Psychology Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
PSYC 200 Profession of Psychology: Introduction 1.00
This course is for students who are entering, or considering entering, psychology as a major and a career field and is part one of a two-part series
required for psychology majors. It describes professional career specialties and discusses values and ethical principles of the profession. Other topics
that may be covered include retrieval on psychology topics, interaction with community resources, and introductory interpersonal professional skills.
Provides experience in information retrieval on psychology topics. Required for the Psychology major.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is having completed PSYC 101.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
PSYC 225 Sensation and Perception 3.00
Sensory and central processes by which information from the environment is received and interpreted. Includes receptors and neural processing,
thalamic and cortical processing, and principles of perception. Meets the Biological Aspects of Behavior requirement for the Psychology major.
Typically Offered:
Fall or Spring Terms
PSYC 230 Social Cognition 3.00
How do we think about the social world around us? How do we form impressions and explain our own and others' behavior? This course will explore
the automatic and controlled cognitive processes that shape our feelings, motivations, decisions, and biases. Additionally, we will examine how
fundamental cognitive patterns form the basis for creating and maintaining prejudice. Meets the Learning, Cognition, and Language requirement for
the Psychology major.
University Studies Requirements:
Social Science
Typically Offered:
Fall or Spring Terms
PSYC 258 Gender, Psychology and Society 3.00
Discussion and study of development of gender roles across the lifespan. Topics include the social construction of sex and gender differences,
status and power, feminist psychology, childhood and adolescence, relationships, family, work and achievement, and diversity. Meets the Diverse
Perspectives requirement for Psychology major. Meets a requirement for the Gender Studies minor. Qualifies as an Academic Service-Learning
course, involving a 15-hour community placement commitment (see Academic Service-Learning for more details). Cross-listed as PSYC/GST 258.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Typically Offered:
Fall or Spring Terms
PSYC 260 Personality 3.00
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Insight into personality can be gained from many different points of view. Covers the major theoretical approaches to personality, including the
psychoanalytic, learning theory, humanistic, trait and sociobiological genetic approaches. Includes consideration of varying topics of research
interest, such as gender roles, locus of control, infant and adult attachment, cultural variation, violence, resilience. Meets the Individual, Social and
Developmental requirement for the Psychology major.
Typically Offered:
Fall or Spring Terms
PSYC 270 Psychology of Men and Masculinity 3.00
This course is devoted to exploring men's experience in society, the cultural messages men receive about masculinity, and the implications of these
for behavior and mental health. Topics include: ideology about the transition from boyhood to manhood, the privileges and perils of manhood status,
men's friendships, work primacy, health issues, intimacy and power issues with women, negotiating male sexuality, male violence, and assumptions
regarding men's role in the family unit. This is a course for people of all genders about issues related to the social construction of masculinity in our
culture. Cross-listed as PSYC/GST 270. Meets the Diverse Perspectives requirement for Psychology major.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Typically Offered:
Fall or Spring Terms
PSYC 275 Reading and Writing for Psychology 3.00
This course builds fundamental skills in reading primary scientific literature and writing using the conventions of the social and behavioral sciences.
The fundamentals of preparing a paper using APA style will also be covered. Required for the Psychology major.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is having completed PSYC 101.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
PSYC 289 Psychology Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
PSYC 289DV Psychology Elective Diversity 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
PSYC 289GA Psychology Elective Global Awareness 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
PSYC 289SS Psychology Elective Social Sciences 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
PSYC 289WC Psychology Elective World Culture 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
PSYC 300 Profession of Psychology: Professional Development 3.00
This course overviews psychology-related careers and allows students to develop a portfolio that will help them as they prepare for a career in
psychology, Professional development skills such as writing resumes and cover letters, interviewing, financial literacy, conducting job searches and
identifying and applying to graduate school programs are emphasized. Required for the Psychology major.
Prerequisites:
PSYC 275 and PSYC 301 are prerequisites for taking PSYC 300
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
PSYC 301 Statistics for Psychological Research 3.00
Methods of measurement and data analysis. Includes basic descriptive statistics, correlation and regression, tests for inequality of means, probability
of discrete events, and nonparametric tests of association. Required for the Psychology major.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking PSYC 301 is having completed PSYC 101 and MATH University Studies requirement.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
PSYC 303 Research Methodology in Psychology 3.00
Experimental and other research designs. Ethical principles of psychology. Required for the Psychology major.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is having completed PSYC 275 and PSYC 301.
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Spring Term Only
PSYC 305 Learning and Behavior 3.00
This course provides an overview of conditioning and learning with an emphasis on applying these principles to better understand, define, measure,
and change behavior. The ethics of behavior change (particularly as it relates to people with disabilities, children, and animals) will be discussed.
Meets the Learning, Cognition, and Language requirement for the Psychology major. Qualifies as an Academic Service-Learning course, involving a
15-20 hour community placement commitment (see Academic Service-Learning for more details).
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
PSYC 310 Social Psychology 3.00
Study, discussion, and demonstration/experiments into the nature and causes of individual behavior and thought in social situations. Topics range
from love, cooperation, and helping to prejudice, conflict, and aggression and cultural influences on these behaviors. Meets the Individual, Social and
Developmental requirement for the Psychology major.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
PSYC 311 The Psychology of Close Relationships 3.00
Designed to acquaint students with selected theories, basic research, and applied research in the area of close relationships and to increase students'
skill and comfort in oral expression, critical analysis, and written communication through assignments and class discussions. Students read both
classic and recent journal articles and chapters on a wide range of topics in the field of close relationships (sibling relationships, friendships, and
romantic relationships-both heterosexual and homosexual). Encourages students to think critically about the components of healthy relationships.
Meets the Individual, Social and Developmental requirement for the Psychology major and minor.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
PSYC 320 Health Psychology 3.00
Study of the impact of biological, physiological, social, and cultural factors on health and illness. Topics include physiological systems of the body,
mind-body interactions, stress and coping, lifestyle and health, psychoneuroimmunology, pain, cross-cultural perspectives on health and illness, and
management of chronic and terminal illness. Meets the Adjustment and Well-being requirement for the Psychology major.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
PSYC 350 Behavioral Neuroscience 3.00
Study of the biological systems which underlie human behavior. Covers neural structure and physiology, genetic coding and hormones. Specific
topics of interest to psychology are included, such as mental illness, the sleep-waking cycle, sensation, language, memory, stress, and sexuality.
Meets the Biological Aspects of Behavior requirement for the Psychology major.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
PSYC 352 Motivation and Emotion 3.00
Introduction to the study of human motivation and emotion. Behavioral, cognitive, social, and humanistic theories of motivation will be explored. Major
theories/models of emotion, in addition to student-selected topics in this area will be included. Meets the Adjustment and Well-Being requirement for
the Psychology major.
Typically Offered:
Fall or Spring Terms
PSYC 353 Psychopharmacology 3.00
Students will examine how drugs influence the brain and behavior. Specifically, the course will discuss basic pharmacology (mechanisms of drug
action in the brain) as well as overt behavioral and psychological changes rendered by the drug. Both legal (e.g. Prozac, alcohol, caffeine, and
nicotine) and illegal (e.g. marijuana, cocaine, methamphetamines and LSD) drugs will be discussed. Issues related to addiction and treatment will
also be examined. Meets the Biological Aspects of Behavior requirement for the Psychology major.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
PSYC 360 Culture and Identity 3.00
Introduction to the effects of culture on who we are and how we think of ourselves (and others). Central themes: How does culture construct the
categories that come to define our identities (e.g., race, gender, class)? How does this differ from one cultural context (i.e., region; nation; continent)
to the next? How do these constructs shape our beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors? How does this contribute to intergroup / international conflict and
misunderstanding? Classroom activities and assignments are aimed at confronting, acknowledging, questioning, and challenging the automatic
assumptions that result from our own singular cultural experience, and experiencing differences in culture. Meets the Diverse Perspectives
requirement for the Psychology major.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Typically Offered:
Fall or Spring Terms
PSYC 362 Psychological Disorders 3.00
Survey of major forms of psychopathology, including diagnostic criteria and clinical features of specific mental disorders, in addition to research on
etiology and approaches to treatment. Meets the Adjustment and Well-Being requirement for Psychology major. Qualifies as an Academic
Service-Learning course, which may involve a 15-hour community placement commitment. (see Academic Service-Learning for more details).
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Fall or Spring Terms
PSYC 372 Child and Adolescent Development 3.00
Surveys the science and application of child and adolescent development, focusing on the physical, cognitive, and social changes that occur from
conception through adolescence. The course covers methods and theory, and may highlight moral development, cultural differences, genetics,
aggression, media and thought processes as they relate to various age groups. Meets the Individual, Social and Developmental requirement for the
Psychology major. Qualifies as an Academic Service Learning course involving a 15-hour community placement commitment for on-campus sections
and a semester-long project for online sections. (see Academic Service-Learning for more details).
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
PSYC 373 Adulthood and Aging 3.00
Examines the social, cognitive, and physical changes that occur through adulthood and older adulthood. Longitudinal and life-span approaches to
development are highlighted along with how a changing life expectancy and demographic population are affecting research and quality of life in the
population. Meets the Individual, Social and Developmental requirement for the Psychology major. Qualifies as an Academic Service-Learning
course, involving a 20-hour community placement commitment for on-campus sections and a semester-long project for online sections. (see
Academic Service-Learning for more details).
Typically Offered:
Fall or Spring Terms
PSYC 380 Community Psychology 3.00
Focuses on relationships between individuals and social systems, or community contexts. Emphasizes social welfare, community mental health
promotion, empowerment, and prevention. Problems related to social justice and inequity such as poverty, substance abuse, violence, school failure,
and other social issues, are highlighted. Qualifies as an Academic Service-Learning course for the Psychology major, involving a 20-hur community
placement commitment for on-campus sections and a semester long project for online sections (See Academic Service-Learning for more details).
Meets the Diverse Perspectives content area requirement for the Psychology major and minor.
Typically Offered:
Fall or Spring Terms
PSYC 389 Psychology Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
PSYC 390 Special Topics in Psychology 1.00 - 3.00
Consideration of special topics related to the field of Psychology.
Typically Offered:
PSYC 403 Memory and Cognition 3.00
Discussion of theory and research into cognitive processes, including attention, memory, problem-solving, and decision-making. Meets the Learning,
Cognition and Language requirement for the Psychology major.
Typically Offered:
Fall or Spring Terms
PSYC 404 Senior Research 3.00
Designing, implementing, and reporting an independent research study in psychology. Required for the Psychology major.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is having completed PSYC 101 and PSYC 300 and PSYC 303.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
PSYC 462 Theories of Psychotherapy 3.00
Survey and critical evaluation of major psychotherapeutic approaches for treatment. Includes psychoanalytic/psychodynamic therapies,
humanistic-existential approaches, and exposure-based, behavioral and cognitive treatments in addition to constructivist, feminist, culture-sensitive,
and integrative therapies. Meets the Adjustment and Well-Being requirement for Psychology major.
Typically Offered:
Fall or Spring Terms
PSYC 464 Psychological Assessment, Diagnosis, and Treatment 3.00
Addresses methods of psychological assessment, diagnosis, psychological treatment approaches, training and professional roles, and specializations
within the field. Meets the Adjustment and Well-being requirement for the Psychology major.
Typically Offered:
Fall or Spring Terms
PSYC 476 Psycholinguistics 3.00
Examination of the role of psychological factors in the use of language, the relationship between language and thought, psychological approaches to
meaning, and disorders of speech and language. Meets the Learning, Cognition and Language requirement for the Psychology major.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
PSYC 489 Psychology Elective 1.00 - 9.00
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Typically Offered:
PSYC 489DV Psychology Elective Diversity 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
PSYC 489GA Psychology Elective Global Awareness 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
PSYC 489SS Psychology Elective Social Sciences 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
PSYC 489WC Psychology Elective World Culture 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
PSYC 490 Independent Study 1.00 - 9.00
Planning, execution and report of original research or special study on a topic in psychology. Approval of the faculty advisor who will guide the
research or study must be secured before registration. Prerequisite: 15 credits in psychology or consent of instructor. A maximum of nine credits may
be earned under this course number, taken in one or more semesters.
Typically Offered:
SMGT - Sustainable Management
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
SMGT 115 Environmental Science and Sustainability 3.00
Overview of the interrelationships between humans and the environment. The first third of the course focuses on important ecological concepts. The
remainder deals with human influence on the environment and sustainable practices to avoid or ameliorate the negative impacts. The ecological
concepts are used throughout to identify, understand, and provide a basis for proposing possible solutions to contemporary environmental problems.
Overall, the course provides students with a better understanding of how humans can more positively affect the environment in which they live. No
Pass-Fail.
Prerequisites:
Admission to the Sustainable Management major, or consent of the Program Advisor, and on a space-available basis.
Typically Offered:
SMGT 220 Systems Thinking 3.00
In this course students will use systems thinking to apply the concept of sustainability in various business, social, and scientific contexts. Rather than
looking at problems by analyzing their component parts, students will learn to analyze whole systems. Students then model the relationships and
behaviors to identify leverage points for change. No Pass-Fail.
Typically Offered:
SMGT 230 Triple Bottom Line Accounting for Managers 3.00
Introduction to the discipline of financial and managerial accounting and how this information is used. Students gain a basic knowledge of the
preparation of financial statements and their analytical use. Further, students will explore how this accounting information is applied by managers in
the decision-making process, helping organizations meet the triple bottom line (strong profits, healthy environment, and vital communities). No
Pass-Fail.
Prerequisites:
College Math (MATH 112 or equivalent) and admission to the Sustainable Management Major, or consent of the Program Advisor, and on a
space-available basis.
Typically Offered:
SMGT 235 Economics in Society and Sustainability 3.00
General introductory course highlighting economic, social, and environmental issues facing society. In addition to covering traditional issues such as
markets and prices (microeconomics), government economic management (macroeconomics), and international trade, it introduces economic
content into the analysis of selected topics such as poverty and discrimination, the environment, and the provision of government services. Critiques
of conventional economic thought, within the context of systems thinking and ecological economics, are integrated throughout the course. No
Pass-Fail.
Prerequisites:
College Math (MATH 112 or equivalent) and admission to the Sustainable Management Major, or consent of the Program Advisor, and on a
space-available basis.
Typically Offered:
SMGT 240 Business Communication for Sustainable Management 3.00
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Interdisciplinary professional and technical communication course that applies knowledge of sustainability principles and develops rhetorical skills for
a variety of audiences in social, economic, and environmental contexts.
Typically Offered:
SMGT 250 Sustainable Agriculture and Food Security 3.00
This course offers an in-depth assessment of the economic, social, and environmental considerations of production agricultural systems that provide
safe, reliable, and affordable food supplies for a growing human population. In addition to the maintenance of the economic viability of production
agricultural systems, course topics will focus on: the maintenance of soil, water, and air resources; addressing issues of biodiversity loss; and,
maintenance of rural community character and economies. Economic, regulatory, and public entity tools that promote sustainability in production
agriculture will also be addressed.
Prerequisites:
SMGT 115
Typically Offered:
SMGT 305 Climate Change and Sustainability 3.00
This course focuses on climate change science and greenhouse gases, natural and human impacts of climate change, and sustainable and efficient
strategies to limit carbon emissions. The course is divided into three major areas: 1) climate science and measured impacts, 2) modelled predictions
and mitigation/adaptation strategies, 3) sustainable and carbon neutral practices. This course will emphasize not only the economics of carbon
budgeting and increasing efficiency but also the human role in creating and solving climate change and the discrepancies in who, where, and what
will be impacted by both climate change and the necessary solutions.
Prerequisites:
MATH 112 or equivalent and admission to Sustainable Management Major or consent of the Program Advisor.
Typically Offered:
SMGT 310 Ecology and Sustainability 3.00
Interrelationships of organisms with each other and their environments. Investigation into composition and dynamics of populations, communities,
ecosystems, landscapes, and the biosphere with emphasis on sustainability. Online only. No Pass-Fail.
Prerequisites:
BIOL 123 or equivalent, or consent of the Program Advisor, and on a space-available basis.
Typically Offered:
SMGT 315 Global Environmental Chemistry 3.00
Exploration of chemical environments as interdependent thermodynamics and kinetic systems. The "system/surroundings" perspectives of
thermodynamics will be applied to systems of progressively larger size to arrive at the comprehensive view of the global environmental system. No
Pass-Fail.
Prerequisites:
General Chemistry (CHEM 103, CHEM 105 or equivalent) and admission to the Sustainable Management Major or Program Advisor permission
and on a space available basis.
Typically Offered:
SMGT 320 Renewable Energy for Sustainable Management 3.00
In this course we will discuss the issue of sustainability as it relates to the world's increasing use of energy, considering the potential harm done via
greenhouse gases released from burning fossil fuels and the prospects for large-scale implementation of more benign sources such as the sun,
geothermal, wind, and water. You will learn about basic engineering principles and applications for existing and emerging energy technologies,
energy production, consumption, and environmental impact, and explore the ways in which these principles relate to sustainable management.
Prerequisites:
College Math (MATH 112 or equivalent) and admission to the Sustainable Management Major, or Program Advisor permission, and on a
space-available basis.
Typically Offered:
SMGT 325 Natural Resource Management 3.00
Examines the interdependence between natural resources associated with land, air, and water. Explores significant environmental issues regarding
the policies and problems in the use and management of natural resources related to soils, vegetation, landscape within the context of social needs
and sustainability. No Pass-Fail.
Typically Offered:
SMGT 330 Marketing for a Sustainable World 3.00
Analysis of an organization's opportunities to develop sustainability practices as they relate to the development of product, pricing, supply and
distribution channels (retail, wholesale), promotion (advertising, sales promotion, public relations), target markets and reporting methodologies.
Typically Offered:
SMGT 332 Economics of Environmental Sustainability 3.00
The course provides an examination of the interaction between market activity and the environment as well as the use of economic decision making
to manage the environment. Applies economic analysis to the efficient and sustainable management of environmental goods and resources.
Examines how economic institutions and policies can be changed to bring the environmental impacts of economic decision-making more into balance
with human desires and the needs of the ecosystem. Introduction to the theory, methods, and application of sustainable organizational finance.
Prerequisites:
SMGT 235, and admission to the Sustainable Management Major; or permission of the program advisor. Offered on a space-available basis
Typically Offered:
SMGT 335 Management and Environmental Information Systems 3.00
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This course presents an overview different technologies and information systems used in modern organizations. It covers various information
systems for analyzing organizational data and processes. It presents tools for managing projects, promoting collaboration, and teamwork in the
workplace. This course provides students hands-on experience with the information systems and technology tools. It also covers technologies that
promote sustainability and includes topics such as green computing and low-carbon technologies.
Prerequisites:
SMGT 230
Typically Offered:
SMGT 340 Organizational Behavior and Sustainability 3.00
Management principles and theories underlying human behavior in organizations are investigated. Topics include personality, motivation,
communication, decision-making, leadership, teamwork, ethics, power, diversity, and work stress. Constraints and opportunities of an "eco" friendly
organization are realized. No Pass-Fail.
Prerequisites:
COMM 110 (or its equivalent), admission to the Sustainable Management Major, or have consent of the Program Advisor, on space-available
basis.
Typically Offered:
SMGT 360 Environmental and Sustainability Policy 3.00
Topics include the spectrum of historical, theoretical and technical issues applicable to sustainable management of natural resources, environmental
quality standards and risk management. Identifies administrative structures that form the basis for selecting appropriate responses to complex
management problems faced by industry, government and non-governmental agencies. The historical development and current framework of public
policy are investigated and specific foundational legislation is critiqued. No Pass-Fail.
Prerequisites:
SMGT 115 and admission to the Sustainable Management Major, or consent of Program Advisor, on a space-available basis.
Typically Offered:
SMGT 370 Logistics, Supply Chain Management, and Sustainability 3.00
Introduction to the concepts, functions, processes, and objectives of logistics and supply chain management activities. Covers activities that are
involved in physically moving raw materials, inventory, and finished goods from point of origin to point of use or consumption. Covers the planning,
organizing, and controlling of such activities, and examines the role of supply chain processes in creating sustainable competitive advantage with
respect to quality, flexibility, lead-time, and cost. Topics include customer service, inventory management, transportation, warehousing, supply chain
management, reverse logistics, green supply chains and international logistics. Prior knowledge in Excel spreadsheet applications is recommended.
No Pass-Fail.
Prerequisites:
Statistics (MATH 130 or BUS 270 or equivalent) and admission to the Sustainable Management Major, or consent of the Program Advisor, on a
space-available basis.
Typically Offered:
SMGT 410 Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainability 3.00
This course will enable students to understand the rationale behind CSR and sustainability. This course takes students through an evaluation of risks
and potential impacts in decision making, enabling them to recognize the links between the success of an organization and the well-being of a
community/society. Methods and standards of integrating CSR throughout an organization, creating metrics and communicating CSR policies
internally and externally will be discussed and analyzed. Students will develop an understanding of best practices of CSR in its entire breadth within
an organization as well as delve into economic structures designed to foster more responsibility and accountability.
Typically Offered:
SMGT 420 The Built Environment and Sustainability 3.00
This course addresses the impacts of the human-built environment on natural systems and opportunities available to mitigate them through thoughtful
planning, design, and implementation techniques to provide desirable, affordable, and sustainable living and working spaces. Topics focus on
providing critical infrastructure for economic development, housing, transportation, and utilities while protecting and enhancing environmental assets
through effective site and building design, public input, and use of regulatory tools. Additional attention is given to the maintenance of community
character and the economic and social interdependence of rural, exurban, suburban, and urban areas.
Typically Offered:
SMGT 430 International Management for a Sustainable World 3.00
Analysis of the theory and practice of managing international organizations. Includes sociocultural aspects and group dynamics of international
business and service organizations through the study of sustainable management practices. Implementation of a triple bottom line solution to
organizational problems will be emphasized. No Pass-Fail.
Prerequisites:
SMGT 235 and admission to the Sustainable Management Major, or consent of the Program Advisor, and on a space-available basis.
Typically Offered:
SMGT 435 International Development and Sustainability 3.00
This course examines the international sustainability concerns. It explores interrelationships of sustainable management practices with population
growth, health, food security, poverty, inequality, urbanization, international trade, technology and environmental change at local, regional, and global
levels. Contemporary issues and alternatives will be explored to identify sustainable management practices that can lead to strong profitability,
healthy environments, and vibrant communities.
Prerequisites:
SMGT 235, and admission to the Sustainable Management Major; or permission of the program advisor. Offered on a space-available basis
Typically Offered:
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SMGT 460 Environment and Society 3.00
Introduce the fundamentals of human-environmental interaction; a grasp of how these interactions create problems; and how the elements of social,
technological, and personal choices combine to overcome them. No Pass-Fail.
Prerequisites:
SMGT 115 and admission to the Sustainable Management Major, or consent of the Program Advisor, and on a space-available basis.
Typically Offered:
SMGT 494 Sustainable Management Capstone Orientation 0.00
This is a program administered zero-credit Quiz examination to determine a student's eligibility to pursue SMGT 495 (Sustainable Management
Capstone) course. The students are automatically enrolled in the course once they have competed at least ten (10) SMGT courses as 200-400 levels.
Pass-Fail grading
Typically Offered:
SMGT 495 Sustainable Management Capstone 3.00
The capstone course provides students with the opportunity to apply what they've learned and gain hands-on experience in the real world. Each
student will help a real organization solve an existing sustainability problem by implementing practical knowledge to achieve a triple-bottom-line
solution. Projects may focus on issues such as supply chain structures, energy efficiencies, or environmental and climate concerns. The instructor will
serve as a guide throughout the experience.
Prerequisites:
Senior standing, advisor consent and must be admitted to SMGT major, or have program advisor consent, on a space-available basis.
Typically Offered:
SO W - Social Work
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
SO W 121 Introduction To Social Work 3.00
Overview of the social work profession, including its historical roots, practice settings, clients served, methods of practice, and values and ethics. Also
provides an overview of knowledge and skills needed for generalist social work practice with various minority and special populations, including
American Indians. Twenty hours of required service learning in a community social service agency provides an added opportunity to learn about the
profession. Open to all majors.
University Studies Requirements:
Social Science
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
SO W 189 Social Work Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
SO W 289 Social Work Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
SO W 301 Study Abroad 0.00 - 6.00
Field trips designed by the faculty to give students direct experiences in foreign countries. Each program includes preparatory reading, orientation
meetings, a faculty-supervised study tour, and a concluding reflection or action. Students must obtain approval for taking these courses prior to
participation. For specific degree requirements, please consult your advisor. May be repeated only if the content is different. As offered.
Prerequisites:
Completion of SOW 121 with a grade of C or better.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
SO W 325 Ecology of Social Welfare Policy 3.00
First in a two-course sequence. Provides an ecological overview of policymaking-how differing systems and values interact to create the policymaking
environment. Begins with a review of the history of social welfare and uses this historical lens to examine the structure of present social welfare
policies and service programs. Focuses on understanding the political forces and processes which impact social policy development, as well as upon
how ethical, cultural, social and economic justice issues impact the creation of social welfare policy and programs at the local, regional, national and
international levels. Open to all majors.
Prerequisites:
Completion of SO W 121 with a grade of C or above.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
SO W 326 Methods of Practice: Social Welfare Policy Advocacy 3.00
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Second in a two-course social policy sequence. Builds upon the ecological foundation established in SO W 325. Students build critical thinking and
other practical skills necessary to conduct social welfare policy analysis. Students will be introduced to the concepts of regulation and resistance, and
apply those to understanding current and historical social welfare policies. Students will be taught how to propose social welfare policy alternatives to
meet the service, economic and social justice needs of vulnerable regional people. Finally, students will be trained to apply advocacy skills and to use
social and economic justice principles in addressing social welfare needs.
Prerequisites:
Formal admission to the SW Cohort and completion of SO W 325, SO W 340, SO W 341 and SO W 344 with a grade of C or above
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
SO W 329 Crisis Intervention 3.00
In-depth study of the theoretical basis of what constitutes a crisis, crisis intervention and the steps to be taken in crisis resolution. Focuses on micro,
mezzo and macro applications of crisis intervention models and practice skills, examining both situational and maturational crises and the
implications of crisis intervention for work with families, groups and communities, and at the international level. Open to all majors.
Typically Offered:
Spring and Summer Terms
SO W 340 Methods of Practice: Interpersonal Skills for Social Workers 3.00
Teaches future social work practitioners interpersonal helping skills within a solution focused perspective. Emphasis is on interpersonal
communication and development of interviewing skills ranging from basic to advanced. Students will be taught the conscious use of self, the use of
empathy, ethics and boundary issues encountered in interviewing, and examine cross-cultural differences in the interpersonal skills process.
Interviewing with specific populations will also be discussed including work with children, people in crisis and involuntary clients. Exercises, role
playing and simulations focused on situations encountered specifically at the micro and mezzo of social work practice are used to enhance learning.
Prerequisites:
Formal admission into the Social Work program cohort. Corequisites are enrollment in SO W 341 and SO W 344
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
SO W 341 Methods of Practice: Individual Case Work 3.00
This course is devoted to development of the entry-level social work practitioner. Focuses on understanding and using current models and theories of
social work practice employed by the generalist social worker in casework with individuals, particularly the ethnic/socially sensitive perspective, the
ecological model, the problem-solving model, the task-centered approach, evidence-based approach, and the strengths perspective. Course
delineates the basic social work helping process: engagement including exploration and data gathering, assessment and planning, intervention,
monitoring and evaluation, and termination. Course components also include varying forms of professional documentation and application of the
NASW Code of Ethics. Emphasis on presenting students with professional knowledge, values, ethics, and skills to think critically about and conduct
effective case work with individuals.
Prerequisites:
Formal admission into the Social Work program cohort. Corequisites are enrollment in SO W 340 and SO W 344
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
SO W 344 Human Behavior In the Social Environment I (HBSE I) 3.00
Examines social work perspectives, knowledge and theory related to human development across the life span in relation to their biological,
psychological, intellectual, social, spiritual and cultural contexts. Knowledge from the social sciences is integrated to provide a comprehensive view of
people interacting with their environments.
Prerequisites:
Formal admission into the Social Work program cohort. Corequisites are enrollment in SO W 340 and SO W 341.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
SO W 345 Human Behavior in the Social Environment II (HBSE II) 3.00
Study of the basic concepts of social systems theory particularly relevant to macro level issue impact with vulnerable and at risk populations.
Knowledge from the social sciences is integrated to provide a basis for intervention with individuals, families, and communities impacted by the
intersectionality of discrimination and oppression. Special emphasis is made on self-examination in relation to ethical, social justice, and human
diversity issues and on acquiring transferable sets of skills in learning to interact effectively with populations that have experienced trauma,
marginalization and oppression.
Prerequisites:
Completion of SO W 340, SO W 341 and SO W 344 with a grade of C or above in all courses. Enrollment in SO W 365 and SO W 368 are
corequisites.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
SO W 350 Introduction to Addiction and Recovery 3.00
Overview of the dynamics of addiction, examining societal attitudes and policies and the impact upon individuals, families, agencies and
communities. Includes description of the recovery process and the role of social work, criminal justice and other helping professionals in the treatment
of addiction. Opportunity to conduct intensive study of this area. Emphasis is placed on learning to interact effectively with vulnerable and at-risk
populations. Open to all majors.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Summer Terms
SO W 365 Method of Practice: Social Work with Groups 3.00
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This course uses the basic framework of social work practice, theory, helping processes and skills examined in SOW 340 and 341. Primary emphasis
on development of skills to work with both professional and client small-group systems. Group work includes learning effective practice approaches
with people from diverse client groups and using the group setting to impact change. The course focuses on understanding stages and dynamics of
group process, using groups to address social and economic justice issues and resolving ethical dilemmas that may arise in a group practice context.
Prerequisites:
Completion of SO W 340, SO W 341, and SO W 344 with a grade of C or above in all courses. SO W 345 and SO W 368 are corequisites for
taking this course.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
SO W 366 Methods of Practice: Agency and Community Macro Skills 3.00
This course teaches macro practice at the agency and community levels for social work and other forms of community change. Course focuses on: 1)
conscious use of self and ethics in macro practice; 2) organizational development, facilitation, scenario planning, administration and supervision; and
3) assessment of community needs and social change strategies; 4) budgeting; and 5) grant and report writing.
Prerequisites:
Completion of SO W 345, SO W 365, and SO W 368 are prerequisites with a grade of C or above in all courses. SO W 380 and 326 are
corequisites for the course
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
SO W 368 Methods of Practice: Social Work with Families 3.00
This course uses the basic framework of social work practice, theory, helping processes and skills examined in SOW 340 and 341. Primary emphasis
on development of skills to work with various types of family systems. Emphasis will include learning effective practice approaches with people from
diverse families and using the family setting to help impact change. Course focuses on engagement, assessment and intervention strategies,
recognizing and resolving ethical dilemmas, and social and economic justice issues within family practice contexts.
Prerequisites:
Completion of SO W 340, SO W 341, and SO W 344 with a grade of C or above in all courses. Enrollment in SO W 345 and SO W 365 are
co-requisites
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
SO W 380 Methods of Practice: Social Work Research 3.00
This course introduces basic concepts and approaches of social science research. Specific focus on agency-based approaches often employed by
social work researchers, and emphasis on understanding the research process including conceptualization, planning, data collection, data analysis,
and research writing. Express attention given to ethical and diversity issues often encountered in social work research writing. Students will also
contribute to a program evaluation research selected by the instructor.
Prerequisites:
Completion of SO W 345, SO W 365, and SO W 368 are prerequisites with a grade of C or above in all courses. SO W 366 and 326 are
corequisites for the course and either MATH 130 or PSYC 301 with a grade of C or above.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
SO W 386 Working with American Indian Families 3.00
Focuses on issues related to contemporary American Indian family life, including recognition of the importance of American Indian tribal contexts and
community-based assets; development and implementation of the Indian Child Welfare Act; impact of sovereignty and other social policy issues on
American Indian families; and effective social work approaches to use when helping American Indian families. Offers an opportunity to better
understand and work more effectively with American Indian families. Open to non-majors and can be used as a General Education diversity
requirement. Cross-listed FNS/SOW 386.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
SO W 389 Social Work Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
SO W 420 Prep for Field Seminar 0.00
A non-credit course required of all social work majors in the semester prior to field internship. Activities include two one-hour seminars to discuss
internship expectations, planning, and preparation and meeting with the Field Coordinator for placement. Students also engage in resume prep, job
skill development and formal steps to ensure the social work internship. Pass/Fail.
Prerequisites:
Completion of SO W 340, 341, 344, 345, 365 and 368 with a grade of C or above in all courses.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
SO W 422 Social Work Field Instruction I 5.00
The student internship consisting of one half of the required 450 hours jn a community agency.
Prerequisites:
Completion of SO W 325, 326, 340, 341, 344, 345, 365, 366, 368 and 380 with a grade of C or above in all courses and completion of SO W
420 with a pass. Enrollment in SO W 423 is a corequisite.
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Typically Offered:
Spring and Summer Terms
SO W 423 Social Work Field Seminar I 1.00
A weekly or bi-weekly seminar to discuss social work content related to field internship.
Prerequisites:
Enrollment in SO W 422 is corequisite.
Typically Offered:
Spring and Summer Terms
SO W 426 Selected Topics in Social Work 3.00
Intensive study of a specific area. This is a Social Work elective and may be repeated for credit when topics are different. Open to non-majors. On
demand.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
SO W 427 Social Work Field Instruction II 5.00
The second half of the required 450 hours of field internship.
Prerequisites:
Completion of SO W 325, 326, 340, 341, 344, 345, 365, 366, 368 and 380 with a grade of C or above in all courses, and completion of SO W
420 with a grade of pass is prerequisite. Enrollment in SO W 428 is corequisite.
Typically Offered:
Spring and Summer Terms
SO W 428 Social Work Field Seminar II 1.00
A weekly or bi weekly seminar to discuss social work content related to field internship.
Prerequisites:
Enrollment in SO W 427 is corequisite.
Typically Offered:
Spring and Summer Terms
SO W 480 Research Projects 3.00
While registered for these credits, students complete the individually designed and/or team research projects proposed in SO W 380 Social Work
Research Methods.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of SO W 380 and MATH 130 or PSYC 301 with a grade of C or better in all courses.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
SO W 489 Social Work Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
SO W 498 Independent Projects 1.00 - 4.00
Students complete an intensive independent study project. Student self-directed study, with instructor input, for which the student develops a detailed
contract to guide the project. Contract must demonstrate understanding, application and integration of the social work topic under study. Contract
must address ethical, diversity and social justice implications of topic chosen. The class may be designed around any one of a number of relevant
social work topics. Instructor's approval required and a permission number needed to register. 1-4 credits.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is having declared SO W as the Major and completion of SO W 121 with a grade of C or above.
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
SOCI - Sociology
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
SOCI 101 Introduction to Sociology 3.00
General introduction to the study of human relationships, group aspects of behavior and social institutions. Considers basic concepts and theories.
University Studies Requirements:
Social Science
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
SOCI 189 Sociology Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
SOCI 201 Global Social Problems 3.00
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Why do such profound socioeconomic differences exist among nations, particularly so-called developed and developing countries? Why do these
differences seem to be permanent? What keeps developing countries from developing? What is the relationship between development and
environmental crisis? In this class, we will explore these questions and more by studying the social relationships behind the production of everyday
things.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Social Science
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
SOCI 210 Sociology of Gender 3.00
Introduces the social construction of sex and gender. It focuses on both local and international materials, with particular attention to gender inequality
in contemporary societies. Intersections with class, race, nation and other social categories are also explored. Cross listed with SOCI/GST 210.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Social Science
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
SOCI 273 Race and Ethnicity 3.00
Examines the social production of racial and ethnic categories as well as the practices that enact these categories. After examining the
representation of these categories as "natural," the course uses local and global evidence to investigate the institutional and representational
processes that historically create and modify race and ethnicity.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Social Science
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
SOCI 289 Sociology Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
SOCI 289DV Sociology Elective Diversity 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
SOCI 289ES Sociology Environmental Science Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Sociology Environmental Science Elective
University Studies Requirements:
Natural Sciences - Environment
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
SOCI 289GA Sociology Elective Global Awareness 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
SOCI 289SS Sociology Elective Social Sciences 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
SOCI 301 Study Abroad 0.00 - 6.00
Field trips designed by the department faculty to give students direct experiences in foreign countries. Each program includes preparatory reading,
orientation meetings, a faculty-supervised study tour, and a detailed written evaluation of learning situations associated with the course. With consent
of the relevant program and content adaptation, programs provided by other agencies can be considered for this credit. Students must obtain
approval for taking these courses prior to participation. Otherwise the course may not count. For specific degree requirements, consult your advisor.
Course can be repeated only if content is different.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of SOCI 101 and instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
SOCI 369 Sociology of Work 3.00
Investigate the meaning, opportunities and conditions of work in relation to social processes and institutions. Special attention will be given to the
impact of global capitalism and corporate dominance on the value of labor, workplace culture and labor organization. Also explores class implications
of work. A research or academic service learning project is expected.
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Prerequisites:
Successful completion of SOCI 101 is prerequisite for enrolling in this course.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
SOCI 371 Social Theory 3.00
Inquiry into how social factors influence the thought of human beings; major trends and theorists contributing to the rise of sociological thought.
Critically examines the work of classical, progressive, minority, and feminist theorists, looking not only at their conclusions, but also their assumptions,
and their applicability to contemporary issues. Required for all majors and minors. We recommend that majors take this class in their junior year.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of SOCI 101 and 3 additional credits of Sociology.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
SOCI 389 Sociology Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
SOCI 395 Sociological Research Methods 3.00
Introduction to social science epistemology, the design of research, conduct of research and the analysis of findings. Explores the use of survey,
ethnography, in-depth interview, and archival, symbolic, and statistical analytic tools. This course is a prerequisite for the sociology capstone (SOCI
498). We recommend that majors take this class in their junior year.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of SOCI 101 is prerequisite for enrolling in this course.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
SOCI 410 Social Movements in Sociological Perspective 3.00
Examines the central features of social movements and their critical role in shaping history. We begin by examining the difference between social
movements, political campaigns, non-profit organizations, and “grassroots” ad campaigns. We then turn to specific examples of how people have
organized for change in the U.S. and abroad, reflecting on the different goals, tactics, and successes of movements throughout history and today.
Students in this course will conduct original sociological research into social movements in the Superior/Duluth region and should come away with an
understanding of the way that everyday people can and have changed the world.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of SOCI 101 or instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
SOCI 411 Bodies: Sociology of the Flesh 3.00
Examines the role of society in understanding and relating to biology, especially the human body. We tend to think of the body as a “given”, but in this
class we will explore how the body and our relationship to it has changed dramatically over place and time. We will analyze how bodies are used as
grounds for inequality, including not only those rooted in gender but also race, disability, size, and social class. This course also counts for credit
toward the Gender Studies minor. Cross-listed as SOCI/GST 411.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of SOCI 101, GST 210, or instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
SOCI 413 Complex Identities: Global Race, Class, and Gender 3.00
Examines race, class, gender, and other major aspects of social identity as intersecting phenomena, including some of their cousins: colonialism,
patriarchy, marginalization, and racism. We look carefully at the ways each of these systems of power shifts and influences the others by assuming
an intersectional perspective throughout the course. This course has a specifically global emphasis, looking at how seemingly fixed identities like race
change radically in different parts of the globe. This course also counts for credit toward the Gender Studies minor. Cross-listed as SOCI/GST 413.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of SOCI 101, GST 210, or instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
SOCI 423 Environmental Sociology 3.00
Investigation of the relationship between the natural world and social systems. We will place particular emphasis on the effect of growth-based
economic systems on ecosystems, environmental social movements, and the structural nature of environmental problems and solutions.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of SOCI 101 is prerequisite for enrolling in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
SOCI 424 Sociology of Education 3.00
Exploration of how primary, secondary, and higher education systems in the United States are influenced by social, political, and economic factors.
We will pay special attention to the role of education in reproducing class, gender, and racial inequality.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of SOCI 101.
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Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
SOCI 425 Environmental Justice and Sustainability 3.00
In this course we will spend the first half of the semester exploring the history and social structure of environmental justice movements. We will
discuss both former and current movements. The second half will consist of a discussion of what constitutes a truly ecologically sustainable society
and the social changes necessary to bring about sustainability.
Prerequisites:
SOCI 101
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
SOCI 427 Sociology of Time 3.00
Examination of the ways in which social activity creates kinds of time, experiences of time, as well as the consequences of social time. Emphasizes
the ways in which institutions and systems of meaning incorporate ways of being into the body. Students explore time-keeping, calendars, social
memory, planning and accounting as a means of understanding how the experiences of past, present and future are created. Students majoring in
other disciplines are welcome.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of SOCI 101 is prerequisite for enrolling in this course.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
SOCI 460 Social Class 3.00
Global examination of systematic social inequality. Core topics include causes, trends and contemporary patterns of social stratification, their effects
upon social life, and philosophical perspectives on inequality.
Prerequisites:
Completion of SOCI 101 is prerequisite for taking this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
SOCI 464 Social Change 3.00
Survey of current sociology thinking concerning the nature and causes of global social change with a focus on the breakdown of the post-WWII
compromise and the rise of corporate power. Course counts as a Global Studies Minor elective.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of SOCI 101 is prerequisite for taking this course.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
SOCI 466 Social Psychology-Sociology 3.00
Examines the social production of perception, cognition, emotion and identity with an emphasis on cultural variation and institutional foundations.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of SOCI 101 is prerequisite for enrolling in this course.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
SOCI 489 Sociology Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior.
Typically Offered:
SOCI 489DV Sociology Elective Diversity 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
SOCI 489ES Sociology Environmental Science Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Sociology Environmental Science Elective
University Studies Requirements:
Natural Sciences - Environment
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
SOCI 489GA Sociology Elective Non-Western 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
SOCI 489SS Sociology Elective Social Sciences 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
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SOCI 490 Selected Topics in Sociology 3.00
In-depth study of specialized current topics in sociology selected by the instructor. May be repeated for credit when instructor and/or topics are
different.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of SOCI 101 is prerequisite for enrolling in this course.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
SOCI 497 Practice in Applied Sociology 1.00 - 4.00
Integrates and extends classroom learning through a community-based service or work internship. Credit is granted when the student successfully
completes an academic-service/work relationship. The academic component is crucial and credit will not be granted for service/work alone. For every
one (1) credit, three (3) hours of service/work per week is expected.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of SOCI 101 and instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
SOCI 498 Thesis 3.00
Guided research on a selected sociological topic. Each student produces a formal written research paper based on systematic investigation of
sociological question. Individual work in consultation with a faculty thesis advisor will be balanced with collaborative discussions among all students
writing theses. The capstone will be a public presentation of each student's research findings. Required of all Sociology majors.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of 24 credits of Sociology including SOCI 101, SOCI 371, SOCI 395.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
SOCI 499 Independent Study 1.00 - 4.00
Supervised independent study and/or research in Sociology. Requires prior contract with instructor.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of SOCI 101 and instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
SPAN - Spanish
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
SPAN 101 Beginning Spanish I 3.00
Study of language fundamentals with emphasis on listening, speaking, and reading skills. Practice in writing. Only for students with no previous
Spanish study, or consent of instructor.
University Studies Requirements:
Humanities - WLCP
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
SPAN 102 Beginning Spanish II 3.00
Continuation of SPAN 101.
University Studies Requirements:
Humanities - WLCP
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of SPAN 101, or appropriate placement test score, or consent of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
SPAN 189 Spanish Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
SPAN 201 Intermediate Spanish I 3.00
Review of grammar. Emphasis on oral skills, writing, and reading of Spanish.
University Studies Requirements:
Humanities - WLCP
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of SPAN 102, appropriate placement test score, or consent of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
SPAN 202 Intermediate Spanish II 3.00
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Continuation of SPAN 201.
University Studies Requirements:
Humanities - WLCP
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of SPAN 201, appropriate placement test score, or consent of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
SPAN 289 Spanish Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
SPAN 289DV Spanish Elective Diversity 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
SPAN 289GA Spanish Elective Global Awareness 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
SPAN 289HH Spanish Elective Humanities History 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Humanities - History
Typically Offered:
SPAN 289HL Spanish Elective Humanities Literature 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Humanities - Literature
Typically Offered:
SPAN 300 Advanced Spanish 3.00
In-depth study of grammar points that pose problems for students of Spanish, practice in composition, and the reading of contemporary literature.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of SPAN 202, appropriate placement test score, or consent of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
SPAN 301 Conversational Spanish 3.00
Speaking skills developed through reading and discussion of contemporary texts.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of SPAN 202, appropriate placement test score, or consent of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
SPAN 303 Latin American Culture and Civilization 3.00
Study in the cultural production of Latin American literature, music, art, and film in the context of contemporary Latin-American history.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of SPAN 202, appropriate placement test score, or consent of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
SPAN 307 An Exploration of Spanish Speaking Cultures 0.00 - 3.00
In this study abroad course the history, culture and folklore of the Spanish Speaking World will be explored through a myriad of Spanish and Latin
American literary tests, music, and film. Students will also have the opportunity to interact directly in Spanish with native speakers through a variety of
activities woven into the course. During this course the students will have the opportunity to visit historic sites and museums to allow them to
experience the culture firsthand. Reading, writing, and oral work will be done in Spanish. Course may be repeated for credit with different study
abroad experience.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of SPAN 201, appropriate placement test score, or consent of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
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SPAN 315 Voices of Hispanic Women 3.00
Course taught in Spanish focusing on the lives and experiences of Hispanic women writers, artists, and filmmakers from Latin America, the United
States, and Spain. Examines the present status of women as they leave the traditional setting of home and emerge into the public sphere of influence
and power. Studies the effects of poverty, war, and revolution on women and their families as well as the impact of immigration on identity and self.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of SPAN 202, appropriate placement test score, or consent of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
SPAN 350 Latino Culture in the U.S. 3.00
This course, taught in Spanish, introduces the art, literature, and history of Chicanos or Mexican-Americans, Puerto-Rican Americans, and
Cuban-Americans.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of SPAN 202, appropriate placement test score, or consent of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
SPAN 360 Special Topics in Literature and Culture 3.00 - 9.00
Studies in Hispanic literature and/or culture. Taught in Spanish. May be repeated for up to nine credits with different content.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of SPAN 202, appropriate placement test score, or consent of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
SPAN 389 Spanish Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
SPAN 399 Study Abroad 1.00 - 6.00
Formal study of the Spanish language, culture, and literature usually at UW-Superior's cooperating institution in Costa Rica. Students attend lectures
on Spanish-speaking countries, culture and history, the environment, women's issues, literature and the arts. Includes home stays with families and
opportunities for travel within the country. Information is available in the Department of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures. Program must be
approved by the department before departure and consent of instructor is required.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
SPAN 399 Study Abroad 1.00 - 6.00
Formal study of the Spanish language, culture, and literature usually at UW-Superior's cooperating institution in Costa Rica. Students attend lectures
on Spanish-speaking countries, culture and history, the environment, women's issues, literature and the arts. Includes home stays with families and
opportunities for travel within the country. Information is available in the Department of World Languages, Literatures, and Cultures. Program must be
approved by the department before departure and consent of the instructor is required.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
SPAN 489 Spanish Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
SPAN 489DV Spanish Elective Diversity 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
SPAN 489GA Spanish Elective Global Awareness 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
SPAN 489HH Spanish Elective Humanities History 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Humanities - History
Typically Offered:
SPAN 489HL Spanish Elective Humanities Literature 1.00 - 12.00
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Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Humanities - Literature
Typically Offered:
SPAN 491 Spanish Senior Capstone Experience 0.00
Required culminating senior-year project. Students work closely with the Spanish faculty to further develop a research project initiated in a 300- or
400- level Spanish course or during a study abroad course. See UW-Superior catalog for Spanish course descriptions. The project will be presented at
a specified time in a public forum and will have both a written and an oral component. Pass-Fail. Arranged. Advisor permission and instructor
consent required.
Prerequisites:
Completion of 3 credits of a 300- or 400- level Spanish course
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
SPAN 498 Independent Study 1.00 - 6.00
For advanced students who have successfully completed upper-division-level courses in Spanish and are capable of independent work. Studies
carried on under direction of instructor. May be repeated for a maximum of six credits.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
SPED - Special Education
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
SPED 189 Special Education Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
SPED 283 The Exceptional Child 3.00
This course is an introduction to special education. An overview of the various groupings of individuals with exceptionalities under the Individuals with
Disabilities Education Act are examined, focusing on etiology, identification, incidence, prevalence, treatment, services available, and educational
implications. Mental, physical, behavioral, and sensorial exceptionalities are discussed. National, state, and local laws and policies impacting
individuals with exceptionalities are examined. Historical perspectives, legislative and litigative history, models, theories, and philosophies that
provide the basis for special education practice are also examined, as well as current legislation, regulations, policies, litigation, and ethical issues
related to the provision of educational services for students with disabilities. A minimum grade of C in this course is required for all education majors.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term, On Campus & Online
SPED 289 Special Education Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
SPED 355 Interventions/Methods in Services in Special Education 3.00
This course will take an overall look at the various methods of serving students with disabilities. The focus will be on Response to Intervention
methodology, taking data in progress monitoring for a child with an IEP, and using some of the online tutorial services for students with disabilities.
Beyond best practices for educators, students will explore the delivery models for special education services and begin to research the learning styles
of students with disabilities. A minimum grade of C in this course is required for all education majors.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of SPED 283.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term, On Campus & Online
SPED 375 Individual Educational Assessment and IEP Development 3.00
This course will focus on assessment in three categories - through a Response to Intervention process for a student struggling a classroom, through
standardized testing components used in today's schools, and through a customized package of assessments to determine a disability. Students will
practice with each instrument and complete a diagnostic profile of a simulated student. The focus will be on writing a report in a fashion that many
audiences will understand, especially parents. A minimum grade of C in this course is required for all education majors.
Prerequisites:
Completion of SPED 283 is prerequisite for this course.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term On Campus & Online
SPED 389 Special Education Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
SPED 488 Methods in Special Education 3.00
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Special Education requires specific methods and protocols in order to meet federal and state requirements. This course assists students in learning
the requirements and practicing the methods necessary for use in special education environments and as part of the IEP process. This course is
designed to assist students in gaining real-world perspective about processes for development of post-secondary transition plans, selection of
assistive technology, collaboration skills for working with school professionals and community agencies, and to develop an understanding about the
contributions of special education related services. A minimum grade of C in this course is required for all education majors.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term, On Campus & Online
SPED 489 Special Education Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
SPED 493 Inclusive Management Strategies 3.00
This course involves the study of behavior theories, inclusive strategies and programs, functional analysis of behavior, positive behavior interventions,
strategies, and supports, RTI, and behavior intervention plans. Students learn how to apply concepts from behavior modification to inclusive settings.
Students engage in a behavior-change project and learn how to use data to plan behavior intervention in inclusive settings. The course emphasizes
the application of theory to the academic, social, emotional and behavioral development of school-age children, including those with exceptional
educational needs. Attention also given to communication with parents, teachers, community members and other appropriate team members
regarding behavior issues and plans. A minimum grade of C in this course is required for all education majors.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term On Campus & Online
SPED 496 Practicum in Special Education 3.00
This course involves 40 hours of supervised pre-student teaching, clinical teaching experience in a setting working with students who have
exceptional needs. This course includes required pre-student teaching clinical experiences in grades, k-2, 3-5, 6-8 and 9-12. There is an-emphasis on
implementation of best practices.
Prerequisites:
Completion of SPED 283 and SPED 375 with minimum grade of C. Teacher Education Non-Academic Test (TB and Criminal Background Check).
Typically Offered:
Spring Term On Campus & Online
SSED - Social Studies Education
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
SSED 189 Social Studies Education Elective 0.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
SSED 289 Social Studies Education Elective 0.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
SSED 331 Elementary/Middle School Social Studies 3.00
Study of the theories and strategies for teaching social studies concepts and skills to elementary/middle school children (grades K-9).. National and
state standards guide the conceptual framework for this course. Peer-to-Peer teaching required. A minimum grade of C in this course is required for
all education majors. Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Online and On-Campus Hybrid
Prerequisites:
Admission to the Teacher Education Program and Completion of T ED 300 (C or Better)
Typically Offered:
Fall/Spring Online-Camps-Hybri
SSED 339 Secondary Methods in Social Studies Education 3.00
General principles and problems of teaching social studies in secondary schools. Emphasis on organizing teaching activities, teaching materials and
resources, and current methodology. Pre-Student Teaching Clinical experience required. A minimum grade of C in this course is required for all
education majors.
Prerequisites:
Admission to the Teacher Education Program and Completion of T ED 300 (C or Better). Teacher Education Non-Academic Test (TB and
Criminal Background Check)
Typically Offered:
Selected Spring Terms Only
SSED 389 Social Studies Education Elective 0.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
SSED 489 Social Studies Education Elective 0.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
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T ED - Teacher Education
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
T ED 100 Orientation to Teacher Education 1.00
This course provides an overview of the expectations and provisions for teacher candidates prior to application for admission and program entry. The
orientation will convey important certification information, policies and procedures, introduce students to available resources and services, and
provide the opportunity for interaction with other students, faculty and staff. This course should be taken currently with or prior to TED 200. Students
who transfer in TED 200 from another university must take this course their first semester at UW-Superior. Course must be taken Pass/Fail. Typically
Offered: Fall, Spring and Select Summer Terms online and hybrid only.
Prerequisites:
Teacher Education Non-Academic Test (TB and Criminal Background Check)
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
T ED 189 Teacher Education Elective 1.00 - 99.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
T ED 200 Introduction to Education 3.00
Provides an historical, philosophical, and social foundation underlying current trends and issues in PK-12 education in the U.S. and Wisconsin. This
course provides a basic understanding of pedagogical knowledges, skills, and professional dispositions necessary to proceed in an intensive program
of study that prepares students to become effective teachers. Field observation required. A minimum grade of B in this course is required for all
education majors. Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms On Campus and Online; Select Summer Terms online and hybrid only
Prerequisites:
Teacher Education Non-Academic Test (TB and Criminal Background Check)
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
T ED 253 Human Development 3.00
Examines theories of human development from birth through adolescence. Focuses on physical, social, emotional, and cognitive aspects of
development in relation to student learning. Explores contexts that shape development, including family, culture, community, environment, and
schools. A minimum grade of C in this course is required for all education majors.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
T ED 270 Multicultural Education 3.00
Supports an intensive study of issues surrounding inequality and inequities that impact education in the U.S. Critically examines issues related to
prejudice and discrimination with attention to intersections of race, ethnicity, cultures, class, gender, and exceptionality in schools. Focuses on
anti-oppressive strategies effective in providing all students equitable opportunities to succeed academically. Includes integration of WI American
Indian history, culture, sovereignty, and treaty rights into PK-12 curriculum. Academic Service-Learning required. A minimum grade of C in this course
is required for all education majors. Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms On Campus and Online; Select Summer Terms online and hybrid only
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Prerequisites:
Teacher Education Non-Academic Test (TB and Criminal Background Check)
Typically Offered:
Fall and Summer Terms
T ED 289 Teacher Education Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Social Science
Prerequisites:
Student must be On Campus (not DLC)
Typically Offered:
T ED 300 Theories of Student Learning 3.00
Focuses on the study of learning and development theories and principles that guide the organization of successful educational experiences for K-12
students. Emphasis on the advantages and limitations of learning theories. Also addresses the relationship of diversity motivation and management
to learning. Field experience or Academic Service-Learning required. A minimum grade of C in this course is required for all education majors.
Prerequisites:
Admission to the Teacher Education Program. Completion of TED 100 AND 200 (B or better).
Typically Offered:
Fall & Spr On Campus & Online
T ED 339 Instructional and Assessment Strategies 3.00
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Focuses on the study and implementation of the essential skills needed for successful teaching in the elementary, middle and secondary schools:
Instructional planning, lesson development/implementation, and assessment in the classroom. Pre-Student Teaching Clinical experience required. A
minimum grade of C in this course is required for all education majors. Typically Offered: On-Campus/Hybrid Fall Term Only; Online Fall and Spring
Terms
Prerequisites:
Admission to the Teacher Education Program and Completion of T ED 300 (C or Better) or concurrent enrollment in TED 300. Teacher
Education Non-Academic Test (TB and Criminal Background Check)
Typically Offered:
Fall or Spring Terms
T ED 381 Selected Topics and Problems in the Area of Teacher Education 0.50 - 3.00
Offered only as Continuing Education credits. May be taken in several units provided a different topic or program is studied each time as requested.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
T ED 389 Teacher Education Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
T ED 394 Principles and Practices of Inclusive Teaching 3.00
Involves the principles inherent in the educational process for integrating children with exceptional needs into the general education school
environment (K-12). Designed specifically for the study of the inclusion of students with special educational needs into the general education program
and development of teacher skills and knowledge to support this placement. Typically Offered: Fall/Spring Online-On-Campus/Hybrid; Summers
online on occasion.
Prerequisites:
Admission to the Teacher Education Program. Completion of TED 100 AND 200 (B or better).
Typically Offered:
Fall & Spr On Campus & Online
T ED 407 The Middle School and Its Students 3.00
Provides students with an understanding of the history, philosophy, organization, curriculum, teaching patterns, and particular student needs of
middle-level educational institutions. Particular emphasis placed on the planning and maintenance of a school and classroom environment suited to
middle-level students to prepare middle-level teachers with the background necessary to teach and work in middle-level schools with students aged
10-14. Field experience or Academic Service-Learning required. This course should be taken the semester prior to student teaching.
Prerequisites:
Completion of T ED 300 (C or Better), Admission to the Teacher Education Program, and Completion of ENGED 370, MTHED 323, NSED 321,
SSED 331, or T ED 339 (All C or Better)
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
T ED 441 Student Teaching in the Elementary/Middle School 6.00 - 12.00
Provides student teaching experience in the elementary/middle school (grades 6-12). This is a full-day teaching experience. A minimum of 12
semester hours of student teaching is required for certification. Students wishing certification at more than two levels will be required to complete
additional student teaching placements. Department consent is required to enroll in this course.
Prerequisites:
Admission to the Teacher Education Program. Teacher Education Non-Academic Test (TB and Criminal Background Check)
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
T ED 442 Student Teaching in the Middle/Secondary School 6.00 - 12.00
Provides student teaching experience in the middle/secondary school (grades 6-12). This is a full-day teaching experience. A minimum of 12 semester
hours of student teaching is required for certification. Students seeking certification in more than two areas will be required to complete additional
student teaching placements. Department consent is required to enroll in this course.
Prerequisites:
Admission to the Teacher Education Program. Teacher Education Non-Academic Test (TB and Criminal Background Check)
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
T ED 443 Student Teaching in Special Areas-Early Childhood-Adolescence (4-18) 6.00 - 12.00
Provides student teaching experience in the special areas (art, music, and physical education) covering early childhood through adolescence
(birth-age 18). This is a full-day teaching experience. A minimum of 12 semester hours of student teaching is required for certification. If a student
wishes certification in another major or more than one minor, additional student teaching placements will be required. Department consent is required
to enroll in this course.
Prerequisites:
Admission to the Teacher Education Program. Teacher Education Non-Academic Test (TB and Criminal Background Check)
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
T ED 444 Student Teaching in Pre-School 6.00 - 12.00
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Provides student teaching experience at the pre-school level (birth-age 4). Enrollment restricted to elementary education majors completing a minor in
Early Childhood Education. Department consent is required to enroll in this course.
Prerequisites:
Admission to the Teacher Education Program. Teacher Education Non-Academic Test (TB and Criminal Background Check)
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
T ED 445 Supervised Practice for Inservice Teachers (3-9) 6.00 - 12.00
A student teaching experience for participating and experienced teachers, combining supervised practice, directed studies, and self-evaluation of
teaching. Open only to teachers with two or more years of teaching experience but who need additional student teaching for certification. The teacher
must have the approval of the school district before enrolling in this course. Department consent is required to enroll in this course.
Prerequisites:
Admission to the Teacher Education Program. Teacher Education Non-Academic Test (TB and Criminal Background Check)
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
T ED 446 Student Teaching Kindergarten 6.00 - 12.00
Provides student teaching experience with kindergarten-age children in the elementary school. Enrollment restricted to Elementary Education majors
completing the Early Childhood minor. Department consent is required to enroll in this course.
Prerequisites:
Admission to the Teacher Education Program. Teacher Education Non-Academic Test (TB and Criminal Background Check)
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
T ED 448 Internship in Elementary /Middle School Teaching 6.00 - 12.00
Experience in student teaching in pre-school, kindergarten (grades 1-5), or elementary/middle school education (grades 1-8) for selected elementary
majors. This is a one-placement teaching experience for a full semester of the cooperating school. Department consent is required to enroll in this
course.
Prerequisites:
Admission to the Teacher Education Program. Teacher Education Non-Academic Test (TB and Criminal Background Check)
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
T ED 449 Internship in Middle/Secondary School Teaching 6.00 - 12.00
Experience in student teaching in middle/secondary education (grades 6-12) for selected secondary majors. This is a one-placement teaching
experience for a full semester of the cooperating school. Department consent is required to enroll in this course.
Prerequisites:
Admission to the Teacher Education Program. Teacher Education Non-Academic Test (TB and Criminal Background Check)
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
T ED 450 Internship in Special Areas Teaching K-12 6.00 - 12.00
Experience in student teaching in special areas for selected special areas majors (art, music, and physical education). This is a one-placement
teaching experience for a full semester of the cooperating school. Department consent is required to enroll in this course.
Prerequisites:
Admission to the Teacher Education Program. Teacher Education Non-Academic Test (TB and Criminal Background Check)
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
T ED 453 Student Teaching SPED Elementary and Middle School 6.00 - 12.00
Experience in student teaching in elementary/middle special education (grades 6-12) for special education licensure candidates. This is a
one-placement teaching experience for a full or half semester of the cooperating school.
Prerequisites:
Admission to the Teacher Education Program. Teacher Education Non-Academic Test (TB and Criminal Background Check)
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
T ED 454 Student Teaching SPED Middle and High School 6.00 - 12.00
Experience in student teaching in middle/high school special education (grades 6-12) for special education licensure candidates. This is a
one-placement teaching experience for a full or half semester of the cooperating school.
Prerequisites:
Admission to the Teacher Education Program. Teacher Education Non-Academic Test (TB and Criminal Background Check)
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
T ED 470 Student Teaching Residency 6.00 - 12.00
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Provides student teaching (or internship, where appropriate) experience in the developmental/subject areas needed for teacher licensure in
Wisconsin. This is a full-day teaching experience that follows the calendar of the cooperating school(s) in which the student is placed. A full semester,
12 credits, is required for those seeking initial licensure. Students seeking certification at more than two levels may be required to complete additional
student teaching placements while licensed candidates seeking additional certifications may be required to take fewer than 12 credits. Successful
completion of courses as well as approval of student teaching application and associated documentation is required prior to registration.
Prerequisites:
Admission to the Teacher Education Program. Teacher Education Non-Academic Test (TB and Criminal Background Check)
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
T ED 489 Teacher Education Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Social Science
Prerequisites:
Student must be On Campus (not DLC)
Typically Offered:
T ED 499 Directed Studies in Teacher Education 0.50 - 6.00
Allows the student with special needs and interests to pursue particular areas and problems in education. The problem and/or plan of study requires
approval of the instructor within the department who will be directing the study.
Prerequisites:
Student must be On Campus (not DLC)
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
TRSP - Transportation & Logistics Management
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
TRSP 300 Supply Chain Management 3.00
Introduction to concepts, functions, processes and objectives of logistics and supply chain management activities including procurement,
manufacturing, and logistics. Covers planning, organizing and controlling of such activities, and examines the role of supply chain processes in
creating competitive advantage with respect to quality, flexibility, lead-time, and cost. Provides an analysis of logistics and transportation services.
Topics include customer service, inventory concepts and management, transportation, warehousing, purchasing, supply chain management, global
logistics, sustainability, and logistics strategies.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
TRSP 301 Study Abroad 0.00 - 6.00
Field trips designed by department faculty to give students direct experiences in foreign countries. Each program includes preparatory reading,
orientation meetings, a faculty-supervised study tour, and a detailed written evaluation of learning situations associated with the course. With consent
of the relevant program and content adaptation, programs provided by other agencies can be considered for this credit. Students must obtain
approval for taking these courses prior to participation otherwise the course may not count. For specific degree requirements consult your advisor.
Course can be repeated only if the content is different. Consent of instructor. Requires a minimum of 3 credits if used to fulfill elective requirement.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
TRSP 305 Air Transportation Management 3.00
Explores the history, management and future trends in air transportation. Covers the four principal segments of air transportation: major carriers,
regional carriers, all-cargo carriers and general aviation. Also examines airport management. In each segment the issues of aircraft design, market
share, finance, insurance and operations are discussed. The development and application of national and international regulations that impact air
transportation are analyzed. Topics include: cost structure, air fares, flight crews and safety, environmental impacts of aircraft and airports, operating
and service characteristics, technological advances, world competition and intermodal operations.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
TRSP 315 Land Transportation Management 3.00
Covers the three basic surface transportation modes of rail, highway systems and pipelines. Provides a comprehensive knowledge base of the three
major segments of each mode: management, marketing and operations, including the various types of freight and passenger services, both public
and private, and the intermodal services. Historical, current and future trends of the North American surface transportation are covered, including the
expanding intermodal needs and system approaches in both freight and passenger services, and the crucial connection with the origin of raw
materials to destination manufacturing and ultimately to the consumer.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE.
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Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
TRSP 325 Marine Transportation Management 3.00
Addresses the management and future trends in marine transportation. The issues of vessel design, market share, finance, insurance, operations
and sustainability are addressed for the ocean, inland and Great Lakes shipping segments. The development and application of national and
international regulations that impact the marine transportation of freight and passengers will be analyzed. The topics of vessel financing, freight rates,
vessel crewing, safety, environmental impacts, vessel operations, fleet management, port and flag state control, trade routes and intermodal
operations will be explored using case study analysis.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
TRSP 389 Transportation & Logistics Mgt Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
TRSP 400 Transportation Internship 2.00 - 7.00
Students extend classroom learning to a business setting in the transportation and logistics field. Students obtain the cooperation of an employer and
prepare a learning contract. Students will submit weekly recaps of activities, a final report and presentation about their experience. This capstone
course with a senior experience component is required for graduation from the Transportation and Logistics Management major and must be a
minimum of six weeks long. The internship may be taken any academic term. Pass-Fail only. Course may be repeated. Students may earn a
maximum of 7 credits.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE and successful completion of TRSP 300 or ECON 333
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
TRSP 401 Advanced Supply Chain Management 3.00
Examines advanced supply chain and logistics theory and concepts as applied in the modern business environment. Provides an understanding of the
major functions of supply chain management. Exposes students to the tools and techniques employed in the analysis of logistics and supply chain
systems. Emphasis on system optimization for the purpose of achieving customer satisfaction, and sustainability.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE and TRSP 300.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
TRSP 402 Urban Planning and Transportation Systems 3.00
Comparative examinations of planning theories and practices that shaped the geography of 19th and 20th century urban and suburban areas.
Introduction to the interurban and interurban influences of transportation systems on land use and planning will be explored. Stresses the ways in
which planners and planning ideologies have responded to different social, economic, political and technological (transportation and communication)
innovations and pressures. The class includes an examination of 21st Century problems, pressures and solutions to urban and transportation needs.
Qualifies as an Academic-Service Learning course (see Academic Service-Learning for more details). A significant semester-long group AS-L project,
which connects the student with the Twin Ports community, is a substantial learning goal in the face-to-face section of this course. Cross-listed as
GEOG/TRSP 402. S18, S20.
Prerequisites:
T&L majors who have completed GEOG 302 and admitted to SBE; or non-SBE majors who have completed GEOG 302, or consent of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Even Years Only
TRSP 405 Port and Terminal Management 3.00
Management principles applied to the operation of ports, terminals, warehouses, and distribution centers. Key topics to be addressed include:
governance, administration, regulations, hazardous materials, materials handling, intermodal connections, environmental impacts and labor relations.
Additional concepts such as location analysis, warehouse management systems, containerization, inventory management and sustainability will be
addressed. Case study methodology will be used that applies quality management, Six Sigma and learn management principles.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
TRSP 430 International and Intermodal Transportation Management 3.00
Focuses on managing the export/import process of freight, the operation of international intermodal systems and conducting business in different
cultures. Topics to be addressed include: entering foreign markets, multi-national logistics strategy, international law, currency exchange, insurance,
INCOTERMS, commercial documents, customs clearance, packaging, transportation systems, multi-national business ethics, reverse logistics and
sustainability.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
TRSP 489 Transportation & Logistics Mgt Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
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WLLC - World Languages, Literatures, and Culture
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
WLLC 101 Beginning American Sign Language & Culture I 3.00
The first semester sequence of beginning American Sign Language (ASL) study; students learn vocabulary, basic sentence structures and patterns,
and develop basic sign communication. Focus is on receptive and expressive skills.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
WLLC 102 Beginning American Sign Language & Culture II 3.00
The second semester is the second sequence of beginning American Sign Language (ASL) study. Students continue to learn vocabulary, basic
sentence structures and patterns, and develop basic sign communication. Focus is on receptive and expressive skills.
Prerequisites:
WLLC 101, placement exam, or instructor’s approval.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
WLLC 207 An Exploration of the World of Spanish Speaking Cultures 0.00 - 3.00
In this study abroad course the history, culture and folklore of the Spanish speaking world will be explored through a myriad of literary texts, music,
and film (either in Spanish or translation). Students will also have the opportunity to interact directly in Spanish with other native speakers through a
variety of activities woven into the course. During this course the students will have the opportunity to visit historic sites and museums to allow them
to experience the culture firsthand. Reading, writing and oral work will be done in English and/or Spanish. Course may be repeated for credit with
different study abroad experience. Prerequisite: pre-session meetings.
University Studies Requirements:
Humanities - WLCP
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
WLLC 289WC World Language Literature & Culture Elective World Culture 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Humanities - WLCP
Typically Offered:
WLLC 489WC World Language Literature & Culture Elective World Culture 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Humanities - WLCP
Typically Offered:
WLLED - World Languages, Literatures and Culture Education
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
WLLED 339 Methods of Teaching World Languages 3.00
Examination of the teaching-learning situation in the classroom. Lecture, discussion, written reports, and simulated teaching (i.e. micro-teaching).
Required course for prospective teachers of world languages.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite:admission to the Teacher Education Program.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
WRIT - Writing
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
WRIT 099 Fundamentals of Writing 2.00
Fundamentals of academic writing: active reading strategies, writing processes, revision, audience awareness, full development of ideas, adherence
to rules of standard edited English. Credits in this course cannot be used to fulfill University Studies requirements, graduation requirements, or the
requirements of a major or minor. Credits count for transcript only. Students must co-enroll in WRIT 102.
Prerequisites:
Placement based on score of ACT English or SAT verbal or Wisconsin English Placement Test; or approval of the Writing Coordinator for
students taking ESL 132.
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Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
WRIT 102 Introduction to Academic Writing 3.00
Critical reading, research, and academic writing arguments. Emphasis on information literacy, elements of persuasion, documentation and citation.
Students must pass with a C- or better.
University Studies Requirements:
College Writing
Prerequisites:
A qualifying score on ACT English or SAT Verbal or WEPT or AP Language and Comp test or AP Literature and Comp test; or permission of
Writing Coordinator for students taking ESL 132.
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
WRIT 189 Writing Elective 0.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
WRIT 189W1 Writing Elective W1 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
College Writing
Typically Offered:
WRIT 209 Introduction to Professional Writing 3.00
Writing in a range of genres related to the rhetorical situations, audiences, technologies, and multicultural environments of the 21st century workplace.
Emphasis on liberal arts career skills. Students must pass with a C- or better to complete the core writing sequence.
University Studies Requirements:
Professional Writing
Prerequisites:
Completion of WRIT 102 with a grade of C- or better and completion of 30 college credits or instructor permission.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
WRIT 250 Introduction to Creative Writing 3.00
Introductory creative writing course in which students develop their ability to write in a variety of genres. Study of contemporary works in genres
including literary prose, poetry, and drama; composition in genres including literary prose, poetry, and drama; development of a writing process and
writerly identity; workshop critiques of student writing. Course includes Undergraduate Research, Scholarship, and Creative Activity (URSCA)
high-impact practice.
University Studies Requirements:
Fine Arts - Aesthetic
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
WRIT 255 Gender and Sexuality in Writing 3.00
Explores writing on gender and sexuality with a focus on texts by lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning, intersex (LGBTQI) and allied
writers from diverse cultures, classes, races, and ethnicities. Students discover and deepen their own perspectives through writing and reading.
Students of all genders and gender identities are welcome. Cross listed as WRIT/GST 255. Course includes Academic Service-Learning (AS-L)
high-impact practice.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
WRIT 270 Contemporary Topics in Writing 3.00
Studies in writing. Can be repeated for credit with different topics.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
WRIT 280 Writing on Illness 3.00
Study and practice of the craft of four main genres of creative writing (poetry, drama, fiction, and nonfiction), with emphasis on the themes of illness
and healthcare; development of a writing process and writerly identity; group discussions of student writing.
University Studies Requirements:
Fine Arts - Aesthetic
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
WRIT 289 Writing Elective 0.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
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WRIT 289AE Writing Elective Aesthetic Experience 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
WRIT 289AH Writing Elective Art History 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
WRIT 289DV Writing Elective Diversity 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
WRIT 289HL Writing Elective Humanities-Literature 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
WRIT 289NW Writing Elective Non-Western 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
WRIT 289W1 Writing Elective Writing 1 General Education 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
WRIT 289W2 Writing Elective Writing 2 General Education 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
WRIT 298 Prior Learning Portfolio Development 1.00
Facilitation of students' creation of a portfolio that document prior learning. Reflection and analysis of prior learning experiences to articulate
knowledge, understanding, and skills that may meet college-level learning outcomes. Designed for students with significant work and life
experiences. Course requires instructor permission. Must be taken Pass/Fail.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
WRIT 301 Advanced Creative Writing: Nonfiction 3.00
Advanced creative writing course in which students study and create works of creative nonfiction. Emphasis on the writing process and writers'
workshops. By the end of this course, students should have a solid understanding of the specific characteristics of CNF, an awareness of their own
creative process, and a completed body of written work that demonstrates the skills acquired in the course. Course includes Undergraduate
Research, Scholarship, and Creative Activity (URSCA) high-impact practice.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of WRIT 250 or instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
WRIT 303 Introduction to Rhetoric 3.00
Introduction to the field of rhetoric, including discussion of ancient and contemporary theories and practices. Course includes Undergraduate
Research, Scholarship, and Creative Activity (URSCA) high-impact practice.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of WRIT 102 or instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
WRIT 307 English Grammar 3.00
Introductory linguistic explanation and analysis of the traditional and the transformational generative models of English grammar.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of WRIT 102 or instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
WRIT 308 Nature Writing 3.00
Study of exemplary contemporary and/or classic works of nature writing. Writing of essays related to nature, science, and/or the environment.
Research and writing in areas of student interest.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of WRIT 102 or instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
WRIT 309 Technical Writing 3.00
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Study, analysis, and practice of technical writing with an emphasis on processes for writing with technology: writing for the web, writing for social
media, fundamentals of Adobe Creative Suite, and digital composition tools.
Prerequisites:
WRIT 102 or Instructor Consent
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
WRIT 350 Advanced Creative Writing: Fiction 3.00
Advanced creative writing course in which students further develop their ability to write fiction. Study of contemporary works of fiction; examination of
and practice in elements of craft; composition of fiction (drafts and revisions); further development of a writing process and writerly identity; workshop
critiques of student writing. Course includes Undergraduate Research, Scholarship, and Creative Activity (URSCA) high-impact practice.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of WRIT 250 or instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
WRIT 352 Advanced Creative Writing: Poetry 3.00
Advanced creative writing course in which students further develop their ability to write poetry. Study of contemporary works of poetry; examination of
and practice in elements of poetic craft; composition of poetry (drafts and revisions); further development of a writing process and writerly identity;
workshop critiques of student writing. Course includes Undergraduate Research, Scholarship, and Creative Activity (URSCA) high-impact practice.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of WRIT 250.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
WRIT 353 Advanced Creative Writing: Cross-genre 3.00
Advanced creative writing course in which students study, practice, and invent techniques that bridge conventional generic boundaries and explore
new approaches to literary production. Study of works in hybrid genres including, but not limited to, mashups, multi-media writing, slipstream fiction,
prose poetry, and lyrical nonfiction; composition in forms and genres of the students' invention; development of a writing process and writerly identity;
workshop critiques of student writing.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of WRIT 250 or instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
WRIT 389 Writing Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
WRIT 401 Advanced Rhetoric: Theory and Practice 3.00
Study of persuasive writing. Students learn classical and contemporary approaches to the arts of persuasion and apply them in reading and writing
contemporary discourse. Course includes Undergraduate Research, Scholarship, and Creative Activity (URSCA) high-impact practice.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of WRIT 303 or instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
WRIT 409 Digital Writing 3.00
Theory and practice of writing for digital media: writing for social media, writing for the web, and writing in emergent technological spaces, informed by
digital media theory and the philosophy of technology, and grounded in a rhetorical approach.
Prerequisites:
WRIT 102 or Instructor Consent
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
WRIT 420 Language, Narrative and Unconscious Bias 3.00
WRIT 420 introduces students to the metaphoric and narrative foundations of human identities and the prejudices inherited with those identities. The
course provides students with an understanding of the complexity of their own personal assemblage of identities as well as those of others.
Unconscious bias, its impact on decision-making, and social crises arising from identity conflicts will be studied, as well as techniques for recognizing
and mitigating one's own unconscious biases.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of WRIT 102 or instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Odd Years Only
WRIT 450 Special Topics in Rhetoric 1.00 - 6.00
Studies in language, rhetoric, or poetics. May be repeated for credit with different topics.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of WRIT 102 or instructor consent.
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Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
WRIT 470 Special Topics in Writing 1.00 - 6.00
Studies in writing. May be repeated for credit with different topics.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of WRIT 102 or instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
WRIT 480 Writing and Well-being 3.00
Exploration of theoretical and applied aspects of writing and well-being. Forms studied and practiced may include poetry, story-telling, journaling,
guided autobiography, and/or creative nonfiction, with focus on restorative benefits of narrative and imagistic writing.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of WRIT 102 or instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
WRIT 489 Writing Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
WRIT 489AE Writing Elective Aesthetic Experience 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
WRIT 489AH Writing Elective Art History 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
WRIT 489DV Writing Elective Diversity 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
WRIT 489HL Writing Elective Humanities-Literature 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
WRIT 489NW Writing Elective Non-Western 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
WRIT 489W1 Writing Elective Writing 1 General Education 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
WRIT 489W2 Writing Elective Writing 2 General Education 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
WRIT 490 The Writer's Portfolio 3.00
Course in which students explore writing beyond the university setting through readings, discussion, and independent research and create an online
portfolio of creative, academic, and/or professional writing accompanied by critical reflection. Public presentation of written work is required.
Prerequisites:
If taken to fulfill Senior Year Experience, successful completion of at least 18 credits in the major or 12 credits in the minor is required.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
WRIT 495 Writing Internship 1.00 - 6.00
The Writing Internship allows students to apply their academic learning in a professional context. The internship site will vary based on the interests of
the student. The nature of the writing undertaken may fall within any/all of the following types/contexts as appropriate: creative, technical, editorial,
journalistic, bureaucratic, industrial, web-based, non-profit, and others as opportunities arise. If taken to fulfill Senior Year Experience, must be taken
for 3 credits.
Prerequisites:
If taken to fulfill Senior Year Experience, successful completion of at least 18 credits in the major or 12 credits in the minor is required.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
WRIT 498 Independent Study 1.00 - 6.00
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Advanced study for students who have shown themselves capable of independent work, carried on under direction of a staff member chosen by the
student with approval of the department chair. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits. Instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
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Majors, Minors, Certificates and Associate Degrees
Associates Degrees
Undergraduate Certificates/Certifications
Undergraduate Majors
Undergraduate Minors
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Associates Degrees
Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts Degree
Associate of Science in Liberal Arts-Pre-Engineering Emphasis
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Undergraduate Certificates/Certifications
Adaptive Education Certification: Physical Education preK-12 (formerly EC-A) Certification
Certificate in Ethical Leadership Program
Certificate of Writing Excellence
Criminal Justice Paralegal
Criminal Justice Paralegal Certificate Program
Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Certificate
Human Resource Generalist Certificate Program
Information Technology and Systems (ITS) Certificate
Mediation Certificate
Mediation Certificate Program
Paralegal Certificate
Paralegal Certificate Program
Substance Abuse Counseling
Sustainable Enterprise Management Certificate
Sustainable Management Science Certificate
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Undergraduate Majors
Accounting Major (comprehensive)
Art Education concentration (comprehensive)
Art Therapy concentration (comprehensive)
Art, Studio Art concentration (Bachelor of Fine Arts) (comprehensive)
Biology Major
Biology Teaching Major Early Adolescence-Adolescence Level (EA-A)
Broad Field Language Arts Secondary Education Major
Broad Field Science Teaching (Grades 4-12) Major (comprehensive)
Broad Field Social Studies Major
Broad Field Social Studies Major (comprehensive) (EA-A/Grades 4-12)
Broad Field Social Studies Major - Political Science Concentration
Business Administration Major (non-comprehensive)
Business Administration Major - Finance Concentration (comprehensive)
Business Administration Major - International Business Concentration (comprehensive)
Business Administration Major - Management Concentration (comprehensive)
Business Administration Major - Marketing Concentration (comprehensive)
Business Administration Major - Supply Chain Management Concentration (comprehensive)
Cell/Molecular Biology Focus
Chemistry Major (comprehensive)
Chemistry Major (non-comprehensive)
Chemistry Major - Pre-Medicine/Pre-Pharmacy (Biochemistry) Concentration (Comprehensive)
Chemistry Major - Secondary Education - Early Adolescence-Adolescence Level (EA-A)
Communicating Arts Major - Communication Concentration
Communicating Arts Major - Theatre and Digital Filmmaking Concentration
Computer Science Major (Comprehensive)
Computer Science Major (non-comprehensive)
Criminal Justice Concentration (comprehensive)
Ecology, Aquatic Biology and Fishery Science Focus
Economics Major (non-comprehensive)
Elementary Education Major with Early Childhood Minor
English - Secondary Education Major
English Major
Environmental Science Major (Comprehensive)
Health and Wellness Management Major
History Major - Bachelor of Arts
History Teaching Major - Early Adolescence-Adolescence Level (EA-A/Grades 4-12), B.A. or B.S.
Individually Designed (non-comprehensive) Major
Interdisciplinary Studies (comprehensive) Major
Legal Studies Major
Mathematics Major
Mathematics Teaching Major - Early Adolescence-Adolescence Level (EA-A) Grades 4-12
Music: Bachelor of Music Education
Music: Bachelor of Arts in Music (B.A.)
Music: Bachelor of Music Education: Choral/General
Music: Bachelor of Music Education: Instrumental/General
Music: Bachelor of Music in Performance: Instrumental (Non-Keyboard)
Music: Bachelor of Music in Performance: Keyboard
Music: Bachelor of Music in Performance: Voice
Physical Education Major - Community/Public Health Promotion concentration (comprehensive)
Physical Education Major - Exercise Science concentration
Physical Education Major - Physical Education pK-12 (formerly EC-A) Teacher Certification
Plant Sciences Focus
Pre-Medicine and Health Professions Concentration
Psychology Major
Social Work Major (comprehensive)
Sustainable Management Major (comprehensive)
Transportation and Logistics Management Major (comprehensive)
Writing Major
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Undergraduate Minors
Aerospace Studies Minor
Anthropology Minor
Applied Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Minor
Art Minor
Behavioral Neuroscience Minor
Biology Minor
Biology Teaching Minor (EA-A)
Business Minor
Chemistry Minor
Coaching Minor
Communication Minor
Criminal Justice Minor
Early Childhood Education Minor
English Minor
English Minor - Secondary Education (EA-A, grades 4 - 12)
First Nations Studies Minor
Gender Studies Minor
Health Education Minor -- MC-EA Teacher Certification
Health Education Minor -- preK-12 (formerly EC-A) Teacher Certification
Health Minor
History Minor
Individually Designed Minor
Information Technology and Systems (ITS) Minor
Instruction Minor
Marketing Minor
Mathematics Minor
Mathematics Teaching Minor -- Early Adolescence-Adolescence Level (EA-A) Grades 4-12
Music Minor
Philosophy Minor
Political Science Minor
Political Science Minor - Secondary Education Certification
Psychology Minor
Sociology Minor
Sociology Teaching (EA-A) Minor
Spanish Minor
Spanish Teacher Certification (Ages 6-13/10-21, grades k-12) Minor
Special Education Minor
Special Education Teaching Minor With Certification
Sport Management Minor
Theatre Minor
Writing Minor
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Academic Programs
Accounting
Aerospace Studies
Anthropology
Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts
Associate of Science in Liberal Arts-Pre-Engineering Emphasis
Biology
Broad Field Language Arts for Elementary Education
Broad Field Science
Broad Field Social Studies
Business Administration
Chemistry
Communicating Arts
Computer Science
Economics
English
Environmental Science
First Nations Studies
Gender Studies
Geography
Health and Wellness Management
History
Individually Designed
Interdisciplinary Studies Program
Legal Studies Programs
Mathematics
Music
Philosophy
Physical Education
Political Science
Psychology
Social Work
Sociology
Spanish
Sustainable Management
Teacher Education
Transportation and Logistics Management
Visual Arts
Writing
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Accounting
Faculty and Instructional Staff
Accounting Program
Student Outcomes
Admission Requirements
Accounting Major Requirements (comprehensive)
Faculty and Instructional Staff
Mark McCoon, Associate Professor
Edith Wasyliszyn, Assistant Professor
Rachel VanHornweder, Senior Lecturer
Accounting Program
The Accounting Major works toward developing effective decision-makers and leaders in both the private and public sectors through a strong practical business
education as well as a comprehensive liberal arts education.
The Accounting Major is designed to engage students in critical thinking so they can analyze problems, implement strategies, and contribute to the success of a
business organization.
While pursuing the Accounting Major, students study under highly qualified faculty members who have expertise in their specialized fields as well as extensive
business experience.
The Accounting Major instills excellence, builds confidence, and develops strong leadership skills that graduates can use throughout their careers.
Student Outcomes
The Accounting Program is committed to the UW-Superior Campus Assessment Plan. Accounting student learning outcomes and assessment metrics are
developed through a collaborative continuous improvement process that integrates input from the campus and business communities. Our program's student
learning outcomes are:
Students will demonstrate mastery of the functional areas of accounting.1.
Students will demonstrate the effective use of technology.2.
Students will demonstrate knowledge of moral and ethical principles in accounting and apply them.3.
Students will communicate effectively, orally and in writing in a professional manner.4.
Students will demonstrate the effective use of critical thinking in decision-making.5.
Students will demonstrate the ability to master advanced knowledge of a specific topic within accounting.6.
Students will demonstrate an understanding what it means to be an accounting professional.7.
Students will demonstrate the ability to utilize collective knowledge to synthesize relevant data, using it to construct applicable financial statements and
corresponding tax return.
8.
Admission Requirements
Refer to School of Business and Economics Admission Requirements and Policies.
Accounting Major Requirements (comprehensive)
66 total credits
Required School of Business and Economics core courses (33 credits):
BUS 101: Introduction to Business -- 3.00 credits
MATH 151: Calculus for Business, Life, and Social Sciences -- 3.00 credits
or
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MATH 240: Calculus and Analytic Geometry I -- 4.00 credits
ACCT 200: Financial Accounting -- 3.00 credits
ACCT 201: Managerial Accounting -- 3.00 credits
BUS 270: Business Statistics -- 3.00 credits
ECON 250: Principles Of Microeconomics -- 3.00 credits
ECON 251: Principles Of Macroeconomics -- 3.00 credits
BUS 211: Business Law I -- 3.00 credits
FIN 320: Principles Of Finance -- 3.00 credits
BUS 370: Principles Of Marketing -- 3.00 credits
BUS 380: Principles Of Management -- 3.00 credits
Required Accounting Courses (24 credits required):
ACCT 352: Intermediate Accounting I -- 3.00 credits
ACCT 353: Intermediate Accounting II -- 3.00 credits
ACCT 355: Cost Accounting -- 3.00 credits
ACCT 357: Accounting Information Systems -- 3.00 credits
ACCT 361: Fundamentals of Taxation -- 3.00 credits
ACCT 462: Advanced Financial Accounting -- 3.00 credits
ACCT 464: Auditing Principles -- 3.00 credits
ACCT 466: Senior Project in Accounting -- 2.00 credits
ACCT 467: Tax Research -- 1.00 credits
Plus any three of the following (9 credits required):
ACCT 301: Study Abroad -- 0.00 - 6.00 credits
ACCT 351: Accounting for Not-For-Profit Entities -- 3.00 credits
ACCT 359: Topics in Accounting -- 3.00 credits
ACCT 365: Fraud Examination and Investigation -- 3.00 credits
ACCT 388: Independent Study in Accounting -- 1.00 - 9.00 credits
ACCT 400: Accounting Internship -- 2.00 - 7.00 credits
ACCT 461: Business Taxation -- 3.00 credits
Notes:
Students with more than one major in SBE must have a minimum 5 course difference between majors. The 5 or more courses that differ between majors must
be a combination of required major/concentration courses and elective courses.
In most states, students must complete 150 semester credit hours prior to sitting for the CPA exam. Meet with an accounting advisor for options to satisfy the
requirement.
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Aerospace Studies
Faculty and Staff
Curriculum
Program Description
Aerospace Studies Minor Requirements
Admission Requirements
Faculty and Staff
Aaron Ruona, Lt. Col, USAF, Department Head
Karl Huber, Maj, USAF, Assistant Professor
Tobias Pedretti, Capt, USAF, Assistant Professor
Curriculum
The four-year program is divided into the General Military Course (GMC), primarily for freshmen and sophomores, and the Professional Officer Course (POC),
primarily for juniors and seniors. Under the four-year program, students register for Air Force ROTC in their freshman year and complete a four-year academic
curriculum, including a three-week summer field training program between their sophomore and junior years. Students may join the program during the
sophomore year. The GMC requires attending a one-credit course and a 90-minute leadership laboratory each week. ROTC cadets must also attend physical
training twice a week.
Enrollment in the GMC does not confer military status. Normal course progression for GMC students is AIRS 101, 102, 201, 202, along with the associated
Leadership Laboratory of AIRS 111, 112, 221 and 212.
Students who want to take the POC must complete prerequisite courses, pass the Air Force commissioning physical, and be admitted by the department head.
The normal prerequisite for POC admission is completion of the GMC and field training. POC members are student officer candidates, they are obligated to
complete the course, accept a commission in the Air Force, and serve a tour of active duty. POC members receive a monthly, tax-free allowance of $450 to
$500. Normal course progression for POC members is AIRS 301, 302, 401, 402, along with associated Leadership Laboratory of AIRS 311, 312, 411 and 412.
Program Description
Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFROTC) is a nationwide program that allows students to pursue commissions (become officers) in the United States
Air Force (USAF) while simultaneously attending college.
AFROTC classes are held on college campuses throughout the United States and Puerto Rico; students can register through normal course registration
processes. AFROTC consists of four years of Aerospace Studies classes (Foundations of the USAF, Evolution of USAF and Space Power, Air Force
Leadership Studies, and National Security Affairs/Preparation for Active Duty), and a corresponding Leadership Laboratory for each year (where students apply
leadership skills, demonstrate command and effective communication, develop physical fitness, and practice military customs and courtesies). College students
enrolled in the AFROTC program (known as "cadets") who successfully complete both AFROTC training and college degree requirements will graduate and
simultaneously commission as Second Lieutenants in the Active Duty Air Force.
The AFROTC program is currently offered at the University of Minnesota Duluth, but they have a crosstown agreement that allows our students to enroll in
AFROTC and become full-fledged cadet participants. More information on AFROTC course descriptions.
View more information on the AFROTC program.
Aerospace Studies Minor Requirements
32 to 37 total credits
The aerospace studies minor provides preparation in areas studied by most officers early in their service careers. The minor increases future officers'
performance potential in two areas in which all officers must eventually develop competence: communication skills and international affairs.
Lower Division Aerospace required courses (4 credits required):
AIRS 101: Heritage and Values -- 1.00 credits
AIRS 102: Heritage and Values -- 1.00 credits
AIRS 201: Team and Leadership Fundamentals -- 1.00 credits
AIRS 202: Team and Leadership Fundamentals -- 1.00 credits
AIRS 111-212 AFROTC GMC Leadership Laboratory -- 0 credits (4 courses required)
Communication required course (3 credits required):
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COMM 110: Introduction to Communication -- 3.00 credits
or
COMM 211: Interpersonal Communication -- 3.00 credits
Mathematics required course (3 credits required): any MATH course numbered 100 or 200 level
Upper Division Aerospace required courses (16 credits required):
AIRS 301: Leading People and Effective Communication/Air Force Leadership Studies -- 3.00 credits
AIRS 302: Leading People and Effective Communication/Air Force Leadership Studies -- 3.00 credits
AIRS 401: National Security Studies/Leadership Responsibilities/Commissioning Preparation -- 3.00 credits
AIRS 402: National Security Studies/Leadership Responsibilities/Commissioning Preparation -- 3.00 credits
AIRS 311-412 AFROTC POC Leadership Laboratory -- 4-6 credits (4 courses required)
Advanced Writing required course (3 credits required):
WRIT 301: Advanced Creative Writing: Nonfiction -- 3.00 credits
WRIT 307: English Grammar -- 3.00 credits
WRIT 308: Nature Writing -- 3.00 credits
WRIT 350: Advanced Creative Writing: Fiction -- 3.00 credits
WRIT 401: Advanced Rhetoric: Theory and Practice -- 3.00 credits
Elective courses (3-4 credits required): The history and political science courses must be approved by the Aerospace Minor Coordinator.
any POLS course numbered 300 or higher any HIST course numbered 200 to 399
Admission Requirements
The program is geared for cadets to take along with their four years of college. Students interested in entering the ROTC program with less than four years
remaining in their college program should contact the ROTC office at 218-726-8159 for potential waivers.
Any college student can take the academic courses, AIRS 101 - 402. To be a cadet, students must also enroll in Leadership Laboratory, AIRS 111 - 412, each
corresponding semester. Cadets must also pass a medical exam and a fitness test during their first year. For a commission in the United States Air Force,
cadets must also pass the Air Force Officer Qualifying Test administered during their sophomore year.
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Anthropology
Faculty and Staff
Anthropology Minor
Student Learning Outcomes
Anthropology Minor Requirements
Faculty and Staff
Deborah Augsburger, Associate Professor, Anthropology
Contributing Faculty and Academic Staff
Karl Bahm, Professor, History
Haji Dokhanchi, Professor, Political Science
Eric Edwards, Associate Professor, Sociology
Olawole Famule, Professor, Art
Cheong Soon Gan, Associate Professor, History
Brett Jones, Associate Professor, Music
Anthropology Minor
Anthropology is the comparative study of human thought, experience, and behavior in all of its complexity and diversity. The anthropological perspective is
crucial for navigating an increasingly global world. The Anthropology minor is part of the Anthropology/Sociology Program, housed in the Social Inquiry
Department. The minor is designed to complement a wide array of majors and is supported by faculty in a range of disciplines.
Student Learning Outcomes
Cultivate awareness and analysis of the role of "culture" in one's own and others worldviews, practices, identities, and lived experience.
Demonstrate a critical, historically informed understanding of anthropological inquiry, including concepts, theories, and methods that have been used to
study human experience in all its variety.
Use appropriate research methods, including observation and interviews, to study culture and social life.
Engage with diverse people, perspectives, and practices in an open-minded, empathetic, and self-reflective manner.
Integrate questions, evidence, and interpretation effectively in written and oral presentations.
Anthropology Minor Requirements
21 total credits
Nine of the 21 credits must be at the 300 level or above.
Required Introductory courses (6 credits required):
ANTH 101: The Human Experience -- 3.00 credits
Required Fieldwork Project course (1 of the following):
ANTH 315: Cultural Anthropology -- 3.00 credits
ANTH 320: Environmental Anthropology -- 3.00 credits
ANTH 325: Food, Culture and Society -- 3.00 credits
ANTH 490: Selected Topics in Anthropology -- 3.00 credits
Topics courses (a minimum of 9 credits required; 6 credits should be Anthropology courses):
ANTH 104: The History of Human Origins -- 3.00 credits
ANTH 175: Superior Historic Archeology -- 1.00 credits
ANTH 310: Gender in Cross-Cultural Perspective -- 3.00 credits
ANTH 315: Cultural Anthropology -- 3.00 credits
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ANTH 320: Environmental Anthropology -- 3.00 credits
ANTH 325: Food, Culture and Society -- 3.00 credits
ANTH 333: The History of Indigenous Peoples -- 3.00 credits
ANTH 340: Language, Culture, and Society -- 3.00 credits
ANTH 368: Cultures of Mesoamerica -- 3.00 credits
ANTH 490: Selected Topics in Anthropology -- 3.00 credits
ANTH 499: Independent Study -- 1.00 - 4.00 credits
SOCI 101: Introduction to Sociology -- 3.00 credits
SOCI 210: Sociology of Gender -- 3.00 credits
SOCI 273: Race and Ethnicity -- 3.00 credits
SOCI 423: Environmental Sociology -- 3.00 credits
Independent Study -- 1.00 - 4.00 credits
Fill out any remaining credits needed from the above list, plus courses from the following list of electives:
ART 224: Visual Arts in Non-Western Societies -- 3.00 credits
ART 331: African and African Diaspora Art History -- 3.00 credits
ENST 200: People and the Environment: Challenges & Actions -- 3.00 credits
FNS XXX -- any First Nations Studies course
HIST 115: World Religions -- 3.00 credits
HIST 301: Study Abroad -- 0.00 - 6.00 credits
HIST 314: Nationalism and Nationalist Movements -- 3.00 credits
HIST 385: Samurai: A History of Japan -- 3.00 credits
HIST 395: Modern India: From Gandhi to Slumdog Millionaire -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 161: Music and World Culture -- 3.00 credits
POLS 175: The Making of the Modern Global System -- 3.00 credits
SOCI XXX -- any Sociology course
SPAN 303: Latin American Culture and Civilization -- 3.00 credits
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Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts
Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts Degree
Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts Degree Requirements
Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts Degree
The A.A. in Liberal Arts degree (a two-year degree) is primarily intended to provide a broad liberal arts background and is designed to be the foundation, and
satisfy the University Studies (general education) requirements, for most bachelor degree programs. Students who intend to transfer to another institution
should earn an Associate of Arts degree prior to leaving UW-Superior. Latin honors are not awarded for associate degrees.
Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts Degree Requirements
The A.A. in Liberal Arts Degree consists of the University Studies Requirements plus 18 additional credits.
60 credits total
View the Associate of Arts Degree requirements.
Overall Associate Degree Requirements
Complete a minimum of 60 credit hours (numbered 100 or above); at least 24 credits must be earned at UW-Superior.1.
Earn a resident UW-Superior cumulative grade point average of 2.000.2.
The last 12 credits of the degree must be earned at UW-Superior or approved UW-Superior program.3.
Complete Core and Knowledge Category requirements.4.
Complete the Diversity and Global Awareness requirements.5.
Submit an electronic application for graduation via E-Hive.6.
Degrees are not posted to transcripts with outstanding incomplete or In-Progress grades.7.
Students may not use more than one catalog; students may not satisfy the University Studies (general education) requirements from one catalog, while
satisfying the major requirements of another catalog.
8.
Degrees are posted in the term in which a graduation application is submitted for the respective degree.9.
Degrees are not posted when a student has been academically suspended.10.
A. Core Requirements
WRIT 102: Introduction to Academic Writing -- 3.00 credits
(C- or better)
WRIT 209: Introduction to Professional Writing -- 3.00 credits
(C- or better)
COMM 110: Introduction to Communication -- 3.00 credits
MATH
MATH or CSCI (MATH 112, 113, 115, 130, 151, 240 or CSCI 101)
HHP 102: Health and Wellness -- 3.00 credits
B. Knowledge Categories
No more than six credits from any one program bearing the same prefix may be applied toward Knowledge Category requirements.
GA = Meets Global Awareness requirement
D = Meets diversity requirement
HUMANITIES (9 credits)
History (3 credits): ANTH 104 (GA); FNS 223 (D), 224 (D); HIST 104, 111 (GA), 112, 115 (GA), 119 (D), 120 (GA), 125 (GA), 131, 151, 152, 181 (D, GA), 223
(D), 224 (D); POLS 101 (GA), 175 (GA).
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Literature (3 credits): ENGL 211, 212, 218, 221, 222, 228 (D), 229 (D), 241 (GA), 242 (GA); FYS 102.
World Language, Culture, and Philosophy (3 credits): FNS 101, 110 (D); FREN 101; HIST 154 (D); MUSI 161 (GA, D); PHIL 151, 160, 211, 212, 262;
POLS 262, 265; PSYC 212; SPAN 101, 102, 201, 202; WLLC 101, 203, 207, 279, or any indigenous/foreign language proficiency course (rather than culture)
with a minimum of 3 credits.
SOCIAL SCIENCES (6 credits) (Must include two different prefixes)
ANTH 101 (D), 205; CJUS 106; ECON 235, 250, 251; FIN 210; FNS 151; FYS 124 (D); GEOG 100 (D, GA), 102 (D, GA); GST 150 (D), 210 (D); IDS 104,
131; LSTU 115, 261; POLS 100 (GA), 102, 150, 180, 230, 240, 260; PSYC 101, 230; SOCI 101, 201, 210 (D), 273 (D)
NATURAL AND PHYSICAL SCIENCE (6 credits) one environmental and one lab course required
GEOL 120 may be used to satisfy either the environmental or lab sciences, but not both.
Environmental Course: BIOL 170; CHEM 100; ENSC 100; GEOL 120
Lab Course: BIOL 115, 123, 130; CHEM 102, 105; GEOL 110, 120; PHYS 100, 107, 160, 201
FINE AND APPLIED ARTS (6 credits)
Art History, Criticism, and Appreciation (3 credits): ART 221, 222; COMM 104, 122; MUSI 160, 266 (D)
Aesthetic Experience (3 credits): ART 101; COMM 125, 180, 273; HHP 133; MUSI 104-105, 107-116, 118; WRIT 250, 280
C. Diversity and Global Awareness Requirement
Must complete a separate diversity and global awareness courses. May be a course used in the knowledge category.
Diversity (3 credits): ANTH 205, 310, 315, 333; ART 224, 331; CJUS 312; COMM 467; ECON 438; ENGL 228, 229, 328; FNS 110, 223, 224, 242, 304, 333,
386, 480; FYS 124; GEOG 100, 102; GST 150, 210, 255, 258, 270, 310, 312, 322, 365, 374, 393, 459; HIST 113, 115, 119, 154, 181, 223, 224, 322, 333, 393,
395; LSTU 365; MUSI 161, 266; PHIL 330, 365, 459; POLS 374; PSYC 258, 270, 360; SOCI 210, 273; SO W 386; SPAN 315, 350; TED 270; WRIT 255
Global Awareness (3 credits): ANTH 101, 104, 310, 320, 333, 368; ART 224, 331; ECON 430, 438; ENGL 241, 242; FNS 333, 368; GEOG 100, 102; GST
310; HIST 104, 111, 113, 115, 120, 125, 181, 333, 368, 385, 394; MUSI 161; POLS 100, 101, 175, 376; SOCI 201; SPAN 303
D. Additional Associate Degree Requirements
An additional three credits in the Natural Sciences: courses in Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Geology or Physics.1.
An additional three credits in the Social Sciences: courses in Economics, Political Science, Sociology, Psychology or Anthropology/2.
An additional four credits drawn from any of the following disciplines: Anthropology, Art History, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Economics,
English, Film/Theatre, Gender Studies, History, Foreign Languages, Geology, Geography, First Nations Studies, Music, Philosophy, Physics, Political
Science, Psychology, Sociology or Writing (with the exception of 099, 101, or 102).
3.
Two courses, excluding core requirements, in a single discipline.4.
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Associate of Science in Liberal Arts-Pre-Engineering Emphasis
Faculty and Staff
Associate of Science in Liberal Arts-Pre-Engineering Emphasis
Student Learning Outcomes
Associates of Science in Liberal Arts Degree Requirements
Faculty and Staff
Faculty
Sergei Bezroukov, Professor, Computer Science
Peter Cook, Associate Professor, Physics
Steven Rosenberg, Associate Professor, Mathematics
Academic Staff
Heather Kahler, Senior Lecturer, Mathematics
Associate of Science in Liberal Arts-Pre-Engineering Emphasis
The A.S. in Liberal Arts degree prepares students to succeed in a Bachelor's engineering program of their choice. Students will study the math and science they
need in a cost-effective and learner-centered environment. Students will also receive individualized academic advising to help them transition into a four-year
engineering program. Completion of the AS degree satisfies University Studies requirements at other University of Wisconsin System universities.
Student Learning Outcomes
Creative and Critical Thinking:
Students will be able to draw reasoned conclusions from sound mathematical or scientific principles and data.
Students will be able to critically evaluate given assumptions and reasoning about a problem.
Communication: Students will be able to communicate effectively using accepted mathematical and scientific notation, terminology, and conventions.
Individual and Social Responsibility: Students will demonstrate an understanding of how their decisions (personal or professional) can alter the
well-being of themselves, others, or the greater environment.
Associates of Science in Liberal Arts Degree Requirements
Pre-engineering emphasis
For this degree, students do NOT need to fulfill the typical general education/university studies requirements for a bachelor's degree, but only the following
requirements.
60 total college level credits with at least a 2.0 GPA
Completion of 24 credits from UW-Superior
Required Core courses (30 credits)
CHEM 105: General Chemistry I -- 5.00 credits
CSCI 201: Introduction to Programming -- 3.00 credits
MATH 240: Calculus and Analytic Geometry I -- 4.00 credits
MATH 241: Calculus and Analytic Geometry II -- 4.00 credits
MATH 242: Calculus and Analytic Geometry III -- 4.00 credits
PHYS 201: Calculus-Based Physics I -- 5.00 credits
PHYS 202: Calculus-Based Physics II -- 5.00 credits
STEM Technical Electives (7 credits)
The technical electives are designed to allow students to explore their desired subfield of engineering. A strategic selection of courses can help with the transfer
process to a specific engineering school. Note that students have the option to cross-register for courses at the University of Minnesota-Duluth. Students
should discuss their options with their advisor.
Any courses from the following prefixes:
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BIOL
CHEM (106 or higher)
CSCI (202 or higher)
GEOG GIS courses (241, 343, 442)
GEOL
MATH (300 or higher)
PHYS (203 or higher)
Communication courses (9 credits)
COMM 110: Introduction to Communication -- 3.00 credits
WRIT 102: Introduction to Academic Writing -- 3.00 credits
WRIT 209: Introduction to Professional Writing -- 3.00 credits
General Education/University Studies courses (12 credits)
Humanities Category - 3 credits
Social Science Category - 3 credits ECON 250 or ECON 251 recommended
Fine and Applied Arts Category - 3 credits
Additional 3 credits from one of the above categories.
Diversity requirement (3 credits)
Individual, Social, and Environmental Responsibility (6 credits)
ANTH 320: Environmental Anthropology -- 3.00 credits
BUS 363: Business Ethics and Social Responsibility -- 3.00 credits
CHEM 100: Our Chemical Environment -- 2.00 credits
COMM 110: Introduction to Communication -- 3.00 credits
ECON 335: Ecological Economics -- 3.00 credits
ENSC 100: Environmental Science -- 2.00 credits
GEOL 120: Our Water Resources -- 4.00 credits
HHP 102: Health and Wellness -- 3.00 credits
LSTU 115: Law and Human Behavior -- 3.00 credits
LSTU 303: Environmental Law and Regulation -- 3.00 credits
SOCI 201: Global Social Problems -- 3.00 credits
ENST 200: People and the Environment: Challenges & Actions -- 3.00 credits
GEOG 102: Cultural Geography -- 3.00 credits
GST 150: Introduction to Gender Studies -- 3.00 credits
PHIL 330: Social Justice -- 3.00 credits
POLS 175: The Making of the Modern Global System -- 3.00 credits
POLS 230: U.S. National, State and Local Government -- 3.00 credits
SMGT 115: Environmental Science and Sustainability -- 3.00 credits
SOCI 273: Race and Ethnicity -- 3.00 credits
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Biology
Faculty
Biology Program
Biology Majors
Biology Major Requirements
Biology Teaching Major Early Adolescence-Adolescence Level (EA-A) Requirements
Pre-Medicine and Health Professions Concentration Requirements
Cell/Molecular Biology Focus
Ecology, Aquatic Biology and Fishery Science Focus
Plant Sciences Focus
Biology Minor Requirements
Biology Teaching Minor (EA-A) Requirements
Student Learning Outcome
Admission Requirements
Faculty
Edward W. Burkett, Professor, Ecology
Nicholas P. Danz, Professor, Plant Sciences
Shanna Nifoussi, Assistant Professor, Biology and Pre-Health
Jenean H. O'Brien, Assistant Professor, Cell/Molecular Biology
Kurt L. Schmude, Professor, Invertebrate Biology
Jeffrey A. Schuldt, Professor, Fishery Science
Biology Program
The Biology curriculum leads to either a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree. A minor field of study is required.
Biology has many specialty areas and exciting career opportunities. The courses required for biology majors have been selected to provide a broad introduction
to the field of biology. Students are encouraged to individualize their biology curriculum by taking elective courses in their specific areas of interest including:
Pre-Medicine and Health Professions, Cell/Molecular Biology, Ecology/Aquatic Biology/Fishery Science, and Plant Sciences. Your biology advisor will guide you
in choosing a program of study that best suits your interests and goals.
The Biology program is strengthened by the environmental resources of the Lake Superior region and by close working relationships with regional research
laboratories. Field and laboratory research experience and internships are provided through cooperation with UW-Superior's Lake Superior Research Institute,
Lake Superior National Estuarine Research Reserve, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, Minnesota
Department of Natural Resources, and faculty research grants.
The freshman biology sequence (BIOL 130 and BIOL 132) is typically completed in the first year. Credit for these introductory courses may be awarded to high
school students who have taken Advanced Placement courses. A score of 3 on the AP biology exam will earn credit for BIOL 130. For scores of 4 or greater,
credit will be awarded for both BIOL 130 and 132. Credit is also awarded for International Baccalaureate (IB) exams. International students should contact the
Department chair to discuss advanced placement based on their previous course work. Biology courses numbered over 400 should be taken during the junior or
senior year. A formal plan for the required Capstone course and Senior Year Experience should be approved by the end of the second semester of the junior
year.
Biology Majors
Biology Major Requirements
35 total Biology credits plus 9 chemistry credits
Required Biology courses (21 credits required):
BIOL 130: Principles of Biology I -- 4.00 credits
BIOL 132: Principles of Biology II -- 4.00 credits
BIOL 330: Genetics -- 4.00 credits
BIOL 340: Ecology -- 4.00 credits
BIOL 440: Cell Biology -- 4.00 credits
BIOL 497: Senior Year Experience -- 1.00 credits
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Required Capstone course (1 credit required):
BIOL 491: Research in Biology -- 1.00 - 4.00 credits
BIOL 496: Internship -- 1.00 - 4.00 credits
Elective Biology courses (13 credits required):
Additional biology courses 200 level or higher, such as:
BIOL 270: Human Anatomy & Physiology I -- 4.00 credits
BIOL 280: Human Anatomy & Physiology II -- 4.00 credits
BIOL 281: Special Topics -- 1.00 - 4.00 credits
BIOL 300: Marine Biology -- 3.00 credits
BIOL 303: Forest Ecology and Management -- 4.00 credits
BIOL 305: Evolution -- 3.00 credits
BIOL 312: Biogeography and Conservation -- 3.00 credits
BIOL 316: Medical Terminology -- 2.00 credits
BIOL 318: Immunology -- 3.00 credits
BIOL 325: Plant Taxonomy -- 4.00 credits
BIOL 335: Aquatic Entomology -- 3.00 credits
BIOL 350: Limnology -- 4.00 credits
BIOL 355: Microbiology -- 4.00 credits
BIOL 360: Parasitology -- 4.00 credits
BIOL 365: Entomology -- 4.00 credits
BIOL 367: Ornithology -- 4.00 credits
BIOL 380: Vertebrate Biology -- 4.00 credits
BIOL 382: Ichthyology -- 4.00 credits
BIOL 399: Cancer Biology -- 3.00 credits
BIOL 405: Neurobiology -- 3.00 credits
BIOL 420: Field Biology -- 1.00 credits
BIOL 431: Animal Behavior (Ethology) -- 3.00 credits
BIOL 432: Animal Behavior Laboratory -- 1.00 credits
BIOL 465: Laboratory Techniques in Biochemistry and Cell/Molecular Biology -- 1.00 - 2.00 credits
BIOL 481: Special Topics -- 1.00 - 4.00 credits
ENSC 350: Environmental Science Research Methods -- 2.00 credits
Note: BIOL 289, 389, 489 must be approved on a case by case basis.
Required Chemistry courses (9 credits required):
CHEM 105: General Chemistry I -- 5.00 credits
CHEM 106: General Chemistry II -- 4.00 credits
One semester of calculus and a year of physics are recommended for students interested in graduate or professional school.
Biology Teaching Major Early Adolescence-Adolescence Level (EA-A)
Requirements
Notice: Due to pending licensure program approvals by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI), program requirements are subject to
change for students entering Fall 2019. Students affected by any approved changes which occur in the 2019-2021 catalog will be formally notified by the
UW-Superior Educator Preparation Program.
Students desiring licensure to teach biology at the early adolescence through adolescence level must complete the Biology major described below. All
Secondary Education students must also meet the Professional Education Requirements (see the Secondary Education information under the Teacher
Education Section of the catalog). Coursework in Chemistry, Earth Science and Physics should also be completed in preparation for licensure. See your
advisor for recommended courses.
34 total biology credits plus 9 chemistry credits
Biology required courses (20 credits required):
BIOL 130: Principles of Biology I -- 4.00 credits
BIOL 132: Principles of Biology II -- 4.00 credits
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BIOL 132: Principles of Biology II -- 4.00 credits
BIOL 330: Genetics -- 4.00 credits
BIOL 340: Ecology -- 4.00 credits
BIOL 440: Cell Biology -- 4.00 credits
Required Biology Elective courses (13 credits required):
BIOL 270: Human Anatomy & Physiology I -- 4.00 credits
BIOL 280: Human Anatomy & Physiology II -- 4.00 credits
BIOL 300: Marine Biology -- 3.00 credits
BIOL 305: Evolution -- 3.00 credits
BIOL 312: Biogeography and Conservation -- 3.00 credits
BIOL 316: Medical Terminology -- 2.00 credits
BIOL 318: Immunology -- 3.00 credits
BIOL 325: Plant Taxonomy -- 4.00 credits
BIOL 335: Aquatic Entomology -- 3.00 credits
BIOL 350: Limnology -- 4.00 credits
BIOL 355: Microbiology -- 4.00 credits
BIOL 360: Parasitology -- 4.00 credits
BIOL 365: Entomology -- 4.00 credits
BIOL 367: Ornithology -- 4.00 credits
BIOL 380: Vertebrate Biology -- 4.00 credits
BIOL 382: Ichthyology -- 4.00 credits
BIOL 399: Cancer Biology -- 3.00 credits
BIOL 420: Field Biology -- 1.00 credits
BIOL 431: Animal Behavior (Ethology) -- 3.00 credits
BIOL 432: Animal Behavior Laboratory -- 1.00 credits
BIOL 465: Laboratory Techniques in Biochemistry and Cell/Molecular Biology -- 1.00 - 2.00 credits
BIOL 481: Special Topics -- 1.00 - 4.00 credits
BIOL 484: Fish Population Ecology and Management -- 4.00 credits
Required Senior Experience course (1 credit):
BIOL 491: Research in Biology -- 1.00 - 4.00 credits
BIOL 492: Biology Seminar -- 1.00 credits
BIOL 496: Internship -- 1.00 - 4.00 credits
The senior project will be presented publicly in fulfillment of this requirement
Natural Science Education Requirement (3 credits required):
NSED 339: Secondary Methods in Science Education -- 3.00 credits
Chemistry course requirements (9 credits required):
CHEM 105: General Chemistry I -- 5.00 credits
CHEM 106: General Chemistry II -- 4.00 credits
All Secondary Education students must also meet the Professional Education Requirements (see the Secondary Education information under the
Teacher Education section of this catalog) including completion of NSED 339 Teaching Science in the Secondary Schools as well as course work in
Chemistry, Physics, and Earth Sciences. See your advisor for recommended classes.
Pre-Medicine and Health Professions Concentration Requirements
This concentration provides comprehensive academic preparation in Biology for students interested in chiropractic, dentistry, medicine, occupational
therapy, optometry, pharmacy, physical therapy, physician assistant, podiatry, and veterinary medicine. Admission to professional schools in these fields
typically requires additional coursework in areas such as physics, mathematics, and chemistry; it is strongly encouraged that students complete a
Chemistry minor in order to meet these requirements.
35 total Biology credits plus 9 chemistry credits, plus 3 math credits
Required Biology courses (20 credits required):
BIOL 130: Principles of Biology I -- 4.00 credits
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BIOL 270: Human Anatomy & Physiology I -- 4.00 credits
BIOL 280: Human Anatomy & Physiology II -- 4.00 credits
BIOL 330: Genetics -- 4.00 credits
BIOL 440: Cell Biology -- 4.00 credits
Biology Elective courses (13 credits required):
BIOL 132: Principles of Biology II -- 4.00 credits
BIOL 316: Medical Terminology -- 2.00 credits
BIOL 318: Immunology -- 3.00 credits
BIOL 355: Microbiology -- 4.00 credits
BIOL 360: Parasitology -- 4.00 credits
BIOL 380: Vertebrate Biology -- 4.00 credits
BIOL 399: Cancer Biology -- 3.00 credits
BIOL 405: Neurobiology -- 3.00 credits
BIOL 431: Animal Behavior (Ethology) -- 3.00 credits
Senior Experience required courses (2 credits required):
BIOL 497: Senior Year Experience -- 1.00 credits
and one of the following:
BIOL 491: Research in Biology -- 1.00 - 4.00 credits
or
BIOL 496: Internship -- 1.00 - 4.00 credits
Chemistry course requirements (9 credits required):
CHEM 105: General Chemistry I -- 5.00 credits
CHEM 106: General Chemistry II -- 4.00 credits
Math course requirements (3 credits required):
MATH 113: Algebra with Applications -- 3.00 credits
or
MATH 115: Precalculus -- 5.00 credits
or
MATH 240: Calculus and Analytic Geometry I -- 4.00 credits
Cell/Molecular Biology Focus
Cell and molecular biologists study basic life processes, seeking to understand them at the molecular level. Students interested in graduate, medical or
professional schools, or work in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industries are encouraged to focus on course offerings in the Biology Major which will
expose them to a variety of techniques and areas of study and also provide the opportunity for independent research.
Those interested in focusing on Cell and Molecular Biology would benefit from a minor in chemistry (taking CHEM 360, Biochemistry as part of the minor).
Students should also consider enrolling in:
BIOL 318: Immunology -- 3.00 credits
BIOL 355: Microbiology -- 4.00 credits
BIOL 465: Laboratory Techniques in Biochemistry and Cell/Molecular Biology -- 1.00 - 2.00 credits
Ecology, Aquatic Biology and Fishery Science Focus
Faculty expertise and the Lake Superior region contribute to the development of both classroom and non-classroom learning experiences in the area of
ecology, aquatic biology and fishery science. Students interested in careers in aquatic ecology, marine biology, terrestrial ecology, field biology, resource
management, or natural resource education will be advised to take courses within the Biology Major which prepare them for work or graduate studies in
these fields. Additional courses in mathematics, statistics, computer science, geographic information systems, and physics are recommended.
Plant Sciences Focus
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Rich in forests as well as other plant communities, northwestern Wisconsin provides an excellent setting for the study of plants. Students interested in
botany or other plant science are encouraged to take additional courses in the plant sciences, geographic information systems, and geology as part of the
Biology Major and as suggested by their advisors.
Biology Minor Requirements
22 total credits
Required courses (16 credits required):
BIOL 130: Principles of Biology I -- 4.00 credits
BIOL 132: Principles of Biology II -- 4.00 credits
BIOL 330: Genetics -- 4.00 credits
BIOL 340: Ecology -- 4.00 credits
Biology Elective courses (6 credits required):
Only BIOL courses allowed for the Biology major are allowed as electives for this minor.
Biology Teaching Minor (EA-A) Requirements
Students desiring licensure to teach science at the early adolescence through adolescence level must complete the Biology minor described above.
Recommended elective courses include BIOL 270 and 280. All Secondary Education students must also meet the Professional Education Requirements (see
the Secondary Education information under the Teacher Education section of this catalog) including completion of NSED 339 Teaching Science in the
Secondary Schools as well as course work in Chemistry, Physics, and Earth Sciences. See your advisor for recommended classes.
Student Learning Outcome
The Biology Program has developed the following learning outcomes for the Biology major.
Students will develop and apply a broad-based knowledge of concepts and terminology from molecular, cellular, organismal and ecological biology.1.
Students will develop critical thinking and problem solving skills by engaging in the scientific process.2.
Students will develop skills in scientific literacy.3.
Students will develop skills in scientific communication.4.
Admission Requirements
Admission to UW-Superior is sufficient for admission to the Biology program. We recommend college preparatory coursework in math and science in preparation
for majoring in Biology.
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Broad Field Language Arts for Elementary Education
Student Learning Outcomes
Language Arts (Broadfield) Minor (MC-EA) Requirements
Student Learning Outcomes
Demonstrate an understanding of the central concepts of English/Language Arts.1.
Demonstrate the use of research-based instructional practices in English/Language Arts.2.
Demonstrate an understanding of and use formal and informal assessments in English/Language Arts.3.
Demonstrate the ability to plan different types of English/Language Arts lessons.4.
Language Arts (Broadfield) Minor (MC-EA) Requirements
The Language Arts (Broadfield) minor is to be taken in connection with the Wisconsin MC-EA licensure (ages 6 - 12/13; grades 1 - 7/8th) Elementary Education
Major which requires taking TED 407 and appropriate student teaching. This minor equips a prospective teacher to support the Wisconsin Common Core
English/Language Arts Standards.
*Notice: Due to pending licensure program approvals by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI), program requirements are subject to change for
students entering Fall 2019. Students affected by any approved changes which occur in the 2019-2021 catalog will be formally notified by the UW-Superior
Educator Preparation Program.
Due to changes in teacher licensure in the state of Wisconsin, this minor is closed to enrollment effective May 1, 2019. Please contact your advisor if you have
questions about this minor in connection with your licensure plans.
21 total credits
Required courses (12 credits required):
ENGED 406: Children's Literature -- 3.00 credits
ENGED 418: Language and Literature in the Middle Grades -- 3.00 credits
[[ENGED 463]]
ENGED 464: Developing Literacy Grades 4-12 -- 3.00 credits
Oral language, Writing, and Literature Electives Course (9 credits-maximum 3 credits per prefix):
COMM 125: Acting for the Stage -- 3.00 credits
COMM 211: Interpersonal Communication -- 3.00 credits
COMM 467: Advanced Intercultural Communication -- 3.00 credits
ENGL 211: British Literature I -- 3.00 credits
ENGL 212: British Literature II -- 3.00 credits
ENGL 221: American Literature I -- 3.00 credits
ENGL 222: American Literature II -- 3.00 credits
ENGL 228: Multi-Ethnic American Literature -- 3.00 credits
ENGL 229: Literature by Women -- 3.00 credits
ENGL 241: World Literature I -- 3.00 credits
ENGL 242: World Literature II -- 3.00 credits
ENGL 405: History of the English Language -- 3.00 credits
ENGL 426: Popular 20th Century Writers -- 3.00 credits
SPAN 101: Beginning Spanish I -- 3.00 credits
SPAN 102: Beginning Spanish II -- 3.00 credits
WRIT 250: Introduction to Creative Writing -- 3.00 credits
WRIT 307: English Grammar -- 3.00 credits
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Broad Field Science
Faculty
Program Description
Broad Field Science Teaching (Grades 4-12) Major (comprehensive) Requirements
Faculty
Tanzeem Ali, Assistant Professor – Science Education
William Bajjali, Professor - Geology and GIS
Andy Breckenridge, Associate Professor - Geology
Ed Burkett, Professor - Biology
Peter Cook, Associate Professor - Physics
Nicholas Danz, Associate Professor - Biology
James Lane, Professor - Chemistry
Lorena Rios Mendoza, Associate Professor
Kurt Schmude, Professor - Biology
Jeffrey Schuldt, Professor - Biology
Michael Waxman, Professor - Chemistry
Program Description
The Broad Field Science Program broadly trains students in the sciences. It is especially well-suited for students interested in teaching science at the Early
Adolescence-Adolescence Level.
Broad Field Science Teaching (Grades 4-12) Major (comprehensive)
Requirements
This major is designed to provide broad exposure to science content across disciplines of biology, chemistry, earth and space science, and physics. A minimum
of 22 credits numbered at the 300 level or higher are required for this major.
Notice: Due to pending licensure program approvals by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI), program requirements are subject to change for
students entering Fall 2019. Students affected by any approved changes which occur in the 2019-2021 catalog will be formally notified by the UW-Superior
Educator Preparation Program.
62 or 60 total credits
Biology Courses
BIOL 130: Principles of Biology I -- 4.00 credits
BIOL 132: Principles of Biology II -- 4.00 credits
One course from the courses listed below:
BIOL 340: Ecology -- 4.00 credits
BIOL 330: Genetics -- 4.00 credits
Chemistry
CHEM 105: General Chemistry I -- 5.00 credits
CHEM 106: General Chemistry II -- 4.00 credits
Note: CHEM 205 & 206 - Quantitative Analysis Lecture & Lab is recommended.
Earth and Space Science
ENSC 100: Environmental Science -- 2.00 credits
PHYS 100: Astronomy -- 4.00 credits
GEOL 110: The Dynamic Earth -- 4.00 credits
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One course from the courses listed below:
CHEM 300: Chemistry Of Natural Waters -- 3.00 credits
GEOL 315: Climatology -- 3.00 credits
GEOL 360: Geomorphology -- 4.00 credits
Physics
PHYS 107: Algebra-Based Physics I -- 4.00 credits
PHYS 108: Algebra-Based Physics II -- 4.00 credits
Note: PHYS 201 can substitute for PHYS 107. PHYS 202 can substitute for PHYS 108.
Math
MATH 113: Algebra with Applications -- 3.00 credits
In addition to the courses above, students must complete one of the options below:
Option 1: Science Teaching Licensure (Grades 4-12)
Science Teaching Methods (5 credits required):
NSED 321: Teaching Elementary/Middle School Science -- 3.00 credits
NSED 339: Secondary Methods in Science Education -- 3.00 credits
Teaching Experience required course (12 credits required):
T ED 470: Student Teaching Residency -- 6.00 - 12.00 credits
The Instruction Minor (22 credits) must be completed with Option 1
Option 2: Broad Field Science
Complete 15 additional credits of courses in BIOL, CHEM, ENSC, GEOL, NSED, or PHYS at 300+ level. A capstone course must be included.
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Broad Field Social Studies
Student Learning Outcomes
Broad Field Social Studies Major (comprehensive) (EA-A/Grades 4-12)
Broad Field Social Studies (EA-A/Grades 4-12) Major Requirements
Student Learning Outcomes
Develop Content Literacy in the Social Studies: Students will be trained as "entry-level" social scientists who are knowledgeable about the
concepts, facts, tools, forms of disciplinary inquiry, and disciplinary forms of representation in civics, economic, geography, history, and the
social/behavioral sciences.
1.
Demonstrate Mastery of Content in History: Students will demonstrate mastery of content in the discipline of History through completion of the
equivalent of History major.
2.
Engage in Ethical Reasoning: Students will engage in ethnical reasoning to deliberate social, political, and economic issues.3.
Apply Content to Student Learning: Students will be trained to apply their content knowledge to student learning in the social studies classroom.4.
Broad Field Social Studies Major (comprehensive) (EA-A/Grades 4-12)
Broad Field Social Studies is an interdisciplinary major designed specifically for students pursuing teacher certification in social studies at the Early
Adolescence-Adolescence Level (EA-A/Grades 4-12). Certification to teach also requires completion of a series of Wisconsin Teacher Certification (DPI)
requirements. See the Teacher Education section of this catalog for details. The Broad Field Social Studies Major is a comprehensive major that fulfills both the
major and minor requirements for graduation. Coursework in Broad Field Social Studies may also be used, where appropriate, to fulfill the university's
University Studies requirements. Students majoring in Broad Field Social Studies are urged to work in close cooperation with their academic advisors to ensure
efficient completion of the program.
*Notice: Due to pending licensure program approvals by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI), program requirements are subject to change for
students entering Fall 2019. Students affected by any approved changes which occur in the 2019-2021 catalog will be formally notified by the UW-Superior
Educator Preparation Program.
Broad Field Social Studies (EA-A/Grades 4-12) Major Requirements
57 total credits
Interdisciplinary Core Courses (24 credits):
ECON 235: Economics in Society -- 3.00 credits
PSYC 101: Introduction to Psychology -- 3.00 credits
HIST 111: Modern World History -- 3.00 credits
HIST 151: History of the United States Through 1877 -- 3.00 credits
HIST 152: The United States Since 1877 -- 3.00 credits
POLS 180: Public Education Politics and Policy -- 3.00 credits
POLS 230: U.S. National, State and Local Government -- 3.00 credits
ANTH 101: The Human Experience -- 3.00 credits
or
SOCI 101: Introduction to Sociology -- 3.00 credits
Upper Level Elective (3 credits required):
Take one of the following courses:
ANTH 310: Gender in Cross-Cultural Perspective -- 3.00 credits
ANTH 315: Cultural Anthropology -- 3.00 credits
ANTH 320: Environmental Anthropology -- 3.00 credits
ANTH 325: Food, Culture and Society -- 3.00 credits
POLS 361: Campaigns and Elections -- 3.00 credits
POLS 372: Power and Resistance -- 3.00 credits
POLS 374: Women and Politics -- 3.00 credits
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POLS 465: Congress and the Presidency -- 3.00 credits
SOCI 423: Environmental Sociology -- 3.00 credits
SOCI 424: Sociology of Education -- 3.00 credits
PHIL 330: Social Justice -- 3.00 credits
Area of Concentration (30 credits required):
A concentration in History through completion of the History Teaching Major. Interdisciplinary Core Courses may, where appropriate, be applied to the area of
concentration.
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Business Administration
Faculty and Instructional Staff
Business Administration Program
Student Outcomes
Admission Requirements
Business Administration Major Requirements (non-comprehensive)
Business Administration Major - Finance Concentration Requirements (comprehensive)
Business Administration Major - International Business Concentration Requirements (comprehensive)
Business Administration Major - Management Concentration Requirements (comprehensive)
Business Administration Major - Marketing Concentration Requirements (comprehensive)
Business Administration Major - Supply Chain Management Concentration Requirements (comprehensive)
Business Minor Requirements
Marketing Minor Requirements
Faculty and Instructional Staff
Mei Cao, Professor
Ethan Christensen, Assistant Professor
David Koslowski, Assistant Professor
Rick Moran, Assistant Professor
Thomas Reed, Senior Lecturer
Kyle Roskowski, Senior Lecturer
Daniel Rust, Assistant Professor
Richard Stewart, Professor
Business Administration Program
The Business Administration Major works toward developing effective decision-makers and leaders in both the private and public sectors through a strong
practical business education as well as a comprehensive liberal arts education. The Business Administration Major offers concentrations in areas of study
designed to equip students for immediate entry into professional positions.
The Business Administration Major is designed to engage students in critical thinking so they can analyze problems, implement strategies, and contribute to the
success of a business organization.
While pursuing the Business Administration Major, students study under highly qualified faculty members who have expertise in their specialized fields as well
as extensive business experience.
The Business Administration Major provides degree concentrations that instill excellence, builds confidence, and develop strong leadership skills that graduates
can use throughout their careers.
The Business Administration Major offers the following concentrations:
Finance
International Business
Management
Marketing
Supply Chain Management
Student Outcomes
The Business Administration Program is committed to the UW-Superior Campus Assessment Plan. Business Administration student learning outcomes and
assessment metrics are developed through a collaborative continuous improvement process that integrates input from the campus and business communities.
Our program's student learning outcomes are:
Knowledge of the functional areas of accounting, marketing, finance, and management.1.
Knowledge of the legal, social and economic environments of business.2.
Knowledge of the global environment of business.3.
Knowledge of the ethical obligations and responsibilities of business.4.
The ability to use decision-support tools.5.
The ability to communicate effectively.6.
The ability to apply knowledge of business concepts and functions in an integrated manner.7.
The ability to construct and interpret a SWOT analysis, marketing analysis, financial analysis, competitive comparison of companies and other matrices
that apply to the strategic planning process.
8.
Admission Requirements
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Refer to School of Business and Economics Admission Requirements and Policies.
Business Administration Major Requirements (non-comprehensive)
39-40 total credits
Required School of Business and Economics core courses (39 credits):
BUS 101: Introduction to Business -- 3.00 credits
MATH 151: Calculus for Business, Life, and Social Sciences -- 3.00 credits
or
MATH 240: Calculus and Analytic Geometry I -- 4.00 credits
ACCT 200: Financial Accounting -- 3.00 credits
ACCT 201: Managerial Accounting -- 3.00 credits
BUS 211: Business Law I -- 3.00 credits
BUS 270: Business Statistics -- 3.00 credits
ECON 250: Principles Of Microeconomics -- 3.00 credits
ECON 251: Principles Of Macroeconomics -- 3.00 credits
FIN 320: Principles Of Finance -- 3.00 credits
BUS 370: Principles Of Marketing -- 3.00 credits
BUS 380: Principles Of Management -- 3.00 credits
BUS 495: Strategic Management (Capstone) -- 3.00 credits
Elective:
Choose at least one 300-400 level course offered by SBE (minimum of 3 credits).
Note:
Students with an Economics Major cannot use ECON courses for electives.
Only students who are not comprehensive majors in the School of Business and Economics may declare this major.
Business Administration Major - Finance Concentration Requirements
(comprehensive)
60 total credits
Required School of Business and Economics core courses (33 credits):
BUS 101: Introduction to Business -- 3.00 credits
MATH 151: Calculus for Business, Life, and Social Sciences -- 3.00 credits
or
MATH 240: Calculus and Analytic Geometry I -- 4.00 credits
ACCT 200: Financial Accounting -- 3.00 credits
ACCT 201: Managerial Accounting -- 3.00 credits
BUS 211: Business Law I -- 3.00 credits
BUS 270: Business Statistics -- 3.00 credits
ECON 250: Principles Of Microeconomics -- 3.00 credits
ECON 251: Principles Of Macroeconomics -- 3.00 credits
FIN 320: Principles Of Finance -- 3.00 credits
BUS 370: Principles Of Marketing -- 3.00 credits
BUS 380: Principles Of Management -- 3.00 credits
Required concentration courses (18 credits):
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FIN 321: Managerial Finance -- 3.00 credits
BUS 306: Management Science -- 3.00 credits
FIN 420: Risk Management -- 3.00 credits
FIN 426: Investments -- 3.00 credits
BUS 430: International Business -- 3.00 credits
or
ECON 430: International Economics -- 3.00 credits
BUS 495: Strategic Management (Capstone) -- 3.00 credits
And at least three of the following (9 credits required):
ACCT 361: Fundamentals of Taxation -- 3.00 credits
BUS 301: Study Abroad -- 0.00 - 6.00 credits
BUS 363: Business Ethics and Social Responsibility -- 3.00 credits
BUS 475: Professional Selling and Sales Management -- 3.00 credits
ECON 330: Money and Banking -- 3.00 credits
ECON 362: Public Finance -- 3.00 credits
FIN 400: Finance Internship -- 2.00 - 7.00 credits
ITS 342: Information Systems -- 3.00 credits
TRSP 300: Supply Chain Management -- 3.00 credits
Notes:
Students with more than one major in SBE must have a minimum 5 course difference between majors. The 5 or more courses that differ between majors must
be a combination of required major/concentration courses and elective courses.
Business Administration Major - International Business Concentration
Requirements (comprehensive)
57 total creditsRequired School of Business and Economics core courses (33 credits):
BUS 101: Introduction to Business -- 3.00 credits
MATH 151: Calculus for Business, Life, and Social Sciences -- 3.00 credits
or
MATH 240: Calculus and Analytic Geometry I -- 4.00 credits
ACCT 200: Financial Accounting -- 3.00 credits
ACCT 201: Managerial Accounting -- 3.00 credits
BUS 211: Business Law I -- 3.00 credits
BUS 270: Business Statistics -- 3.00 credits
ECON 250: Principles Of Microeconomics -- 3.00 credits
ECON 251: Principles Of Macroeconomics -- 3.00 credits
FIN 320: Principles Of Finance -- 3.00 credits
BUS 370: Principles Of Marketing -- 3.00 credits
BUS 380: Principles Of Management -- 3.00 credits
Required concentration courses (9 credits):
ECON 430: International Economics -- 3.00 credits
BUS 430: International Business -- 3.00 credits
BUS 495: Strategic Management (Capstone) -- 3.00 credits
And three of the following (9 credits required):
ACCT 388: Independent Study in Accounting -- 1.00 - 9.00 credits
BUS 301: Study Abroad -- 0.00 - 6.00 credits
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BUS 363: Business Ethics and Social Responsibility -- 3.00 credits
BUS 400: Business Internship -- 2.00 - 7.00 credits
BUS 411: Advanced Business Law -- 3.00 credits
COMM 467: Advanced Intercultural Communication -- 3.00 credits
ECON 435: Development Economics -- 3.00 credits
TRSP 300: Supply Chain Management -- 3.00 credits
TRSP 305: Air Transportation Management -- 3.00 credits
TRSP 430: International and Intermodal Transportation Management -- 3.00 credits
Global Awareness*
6 credits (two courses) of one foreign language
or
6 credits (two courses) 300 level or higher from the following:
ANTH 320: Environmental Anthropology -- 3.00 credits
ANTH 333: The History of Indigenous Peoples -- 3.00 credits
ANTH 368: Cultures of Mesoamerica -- 3.00 credits
ART 435: Research in Art -- 3.00 credits
BUS 363: Business Ethics and Social Responsibility -- 3.00 credits
COMM 356: Community Engagement in Ghana-Study Abroad -- 1.00 - 6.00 credits
COMM 467: Advanced Intercultural Communication -- 3.00 credits
ECON 301: Study Abroad -- 0.00 - 6.00 credits
ECON 435: Development Economics -- 3.00 credits
ECON 438: Comparative Economic Systems -- 3.00 credits
FNS 333: The History of Indigenous Peoples -- 3.00 credits
GEOG 302: Economic Geography -- 3.00 credits
GEOG 357: Advanced Topics in Human/Environment Interaction -- 3.00 credits
GEOG 402: Urban Planning and Transportation Systems -- 3.00 credits
HIST 301: Study Abroad -- 0.00 - 6.00 credits
HIST 314: Nationalism and Nationalist Movements -- 3.00 credits
HIST 333: The History of Indigenous Peoples -- 3.00 credits
HIST 385: Samurai: A History of Japan -- 3.00 credits
HIST 393: Women, Colonialism, and Nationalism in Modern Southeast Asia -- 3.00 credits
HIST 394: Interrogating the Vietnam War: A History of Modern Vietnam (1885-1975) -- 3.00 credits
HIST 395: Modern India: From Gandhi to Slumdog Millionaire -- 3.00 credits
ITS 380: Global E-Commerce Systems -- 3.00 credits
LSTU 363: Comparative Law and Courts -- 3.00 credits
POLS 301: Study Abroad -- 0.00 - 6.00 credits
POLS 352: Paths to Peace -- 3.00 credits
POLS 353: International Law -- 3.00 credits
POLS 376: Theories of Human Rights -- 3.00 credits
POLS 494: Global Studies Capstone -- 0.00 credits
PSYC 360: Culture and Identity -- 3.00 credits
SOCI 301: Study Abroad -- 0.00 - 6.00 credits
SOCI 423: Environmental Sociology -- 3.00 credits
TRSP 430: International and Intermodal Transportation Management -- 3.00 credits
*Students can complete either a Bachelor of Arts (BA) or a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree with an International Business concentration. For BA, students must
fulfill the university's foreign language requirement (6 college-level credits of one foreign language), as outlined in the University catalog.
Notes:
Students with more than one major in SBE must have a minimum 5 course difference between majors. The 5 or more courses that differ between majors must
be a combination of required major/concentration courses and elective courses.
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Business Administration Major - Management Concentration
Requirements (comprehensive)
60 total credits
Classes are offered online and in a traditional classroom setting. Only select electives are offered online.
Required School of Business & Economics core courses (33 credits):
BUS 101: Introduction to Business -- 3.00 credits
MATH 151: Calculus for Business, Life, and Social Sciences -- 3.00 credits
or
MATH 240: Calculus and Analytic Geometry I -- 4.00 credits
ACCT 200: Financial Accounting -- 3.00 credits
ACCT 201: Managerial Accounting -- 3.00 credits
BUS 211: Business Law I -- 3.00 credits
BUS 270: Business Statistics -- 3.00 credits
ECON 250: Principles Of Microeconomics -- 3.00 credits
ECON 251: Principles Of Macroeconomics -- 3.00 credits
FIN 320: Principles Of Finance -- 3.00 credits
BUS 370: Principles Of Marketing -- 3.00 credits
BUS 380: Principles Of Management -- 3.00 credits
Required concentration courses (18 credits):
BUS 363: Business Ethics and Social Responsibility -- 3.00 credits
BUS 382: Human Resource Management -- 3.00 credits
BUS 405: Entrepreneurship -- 3.00 credits
BUS 430: International Business -- 3.00 credits
BUS 483: Organization Behavior and Development -- 3.00 credits
BUS 495: Strategic Management (Capstone) -- 3.00 credits
And at least three of the following (9 credits required):
BUS 301: Study Abroad -- 0.00 - 6.00 credits
BUS 306: Management Science -- 3.00 credits
BUS 340: Hospitality Management -- 3.00 credits
BUS 341: Event Management -- 3.00 credits
BUS 371: Consumer Behavior -- 3.00 credits
BUS 400: Business Internship -- 2.00 - 7.00 credits
BUS 411: Advanced Business Law -- 3.00 credits
BUS 484: Marketing Strategy and Brand Management -- 3.00 credits
ECON 350: Intermediate Microeconomics -- 3.00 credits
ECON 430: International Economics -- 3.00 credits
FIN 321: Managerial Finance -- 3.00 credits
TRSP 300: Supply Chain Management -- 3.00 credits
Notes:
Students with more than one major in SBE must have a minimum 5 course difference between majors. The 5 or more courses that differ between majors must
be a combination of required major/concentration courses and elective courses.
Business Administration Major - Marketing Concentration
Requirements (comprehensive)
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60 total credits
Required School of Business and Economics core courses (33 credits):
BUS 101: Introduction to Business -- 3.00 credits
MATH 151: Calculus for Business, Life, and Social Sciences -- 3.00 credits
or
MATH 240: Calculus and Analytic Geometry I -- 4.00 credits
ACCT 200: Financial Accounting -- 3.00 credits
ACCT 201: Managerial Accounting -- 3.00 credits
BUS 211: Business Law I -- 3.00 credits
BUS 270: Business Statistics -- 3.00 credits
ECON 250: Principles Of Microeconomics -- 3.00 credits
ECON 251: Principles Of Macroeconomics -- 3.00 credits
FIN 320: Principles Of Finance -- 3.00 credits
BUS 370: Principles Of Marketing -- 3.00 credits
BUS 380: Principles Of Management -- 3.00 credits
Required concentration courses (18 credits):
BUS 371: Consumer Behavior -- 3.00 credits
BUS 482: Marketing Research -- 3.00 credits
BUS 484: Marketing Strategy and Brand Management -- 3.00 credits
TRSP 300: Supply Chain Management -- 3.00 credits
Either:
BUS 430: International Business -- 3.00 credits
or
ECON 430: International Economics -- 3.00 credits
BUS 495: Strategic Management (Capstone) -- 3.00 credits
And at least three of the following (9 credits required):
BUS 301: Study Abroad -- 0.00 - 6.00 credits
BUS 306: Management Science -- 3.00 credits
BUS 373: Advertising & Promotion -- 3.00 credits
BUS 375: Public Relations -- 3.00 credits
BUS 400: Business Internship -- 2.00 - 7.00 credits
BUS 474: Retail Marketing -- 3.00 credits
BUS 475: Professional Selling and Sales Management -- 3.00 credits
BUS 477: Digital Marketing -- 3.00 credits
Notes:
Students with more than one major in SBE must have a minimum 5 course difference between majors. The 5 or more courses that differ between majors must
be a combination of required major/concentration courses and elective courses.
Business Administration Major - Supply Chain Management
Concentration Requirements (comprehensive)
59-60 Total Credits
Required Core Courses (33 Credits):
BUS 101: Introduction to Business -- 3.00 credits
MATH 151: Calculus for Business, Life, and Social Sciences -- 3.00 credits
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or
MATH 240: Calculus and Analytic Geometry I -- 4.00 credits
ACCT 200: Financial Accounting -- 3.00 credits
ACCT 201: Managerial Accounting -- 3.00 credits
BUS 211: Business Law I -- 3.00 credits
BUS 270: Business Statistics -- 3.00 credits
BUS 370: Principles Of Marketing -- 3.00 credits
BUS 380: Principles Of Management -- 3.00 credits
ECON 250: Principles Of Microeconomics -- 3.00 credits
ECON 251: Principles Of Macroeconomics -- 3.00 credits
FIN 320: Principles Of Finance -- 3.00 credits
Required Concentration Courses (15 Credits):
TRSP 300: Supply Chain Management -- 3.00 credits
TRSP 401: Advanced Supply Chain Management -- 3.00 credits
TRSP 430: International and Intermodal Transportation Management -- 3.00 credits
BUS 306: Management Science -- 3.00 credits
ITS 346: Database Management -- 3.00 credits
And at least four of the following (11-12 Credits):
TRSP 301: Study Abroad -- 0.00 - 6.00 credits
TRSP 400: Transportation Internship -- 2.00 - 7.00 credits
ECON 350: Intermediate Microeconomics -- 3.00 credits
FIN 321: Managerial Finance -- 3.00 credits
ITS 342: Information Systems -- 3.00 credits
ITS 380: Global E-Commerce Systems -- 3.00 credits
GEOG 241: Fundamentals of GIS I -- 4.00 credits
COMM 467: Advanced Intercultural Communication -- 3.00 credits
Note:
Students with more than one major in SBE must have a minimum 5 course difference between majors. The 5 or more courses that differ between majors must
be a combination of required major/concentration courses and elective courses.
Business Minor Requirements
Refer to School of Business and Economics Admission Requirements and Policies.
24 total credits: Classes are offered online and in a traditional classroom setting.
Required core courses (18 credits):
ACCT 101: Accounting for Nonbusiness Majors -- 3.00 credits
BUS 211: Business Law I -- 3.00 credits
ECON 235: Economics in Society -- 3.00 credits
FIN 210: Personal Finance -- 3.00 credits
BUS 370: Principles Of Marketing -- 3.00 credits
BUS 380: Principles Of Management -- 3.00 credits
Take at least two of the following elective courses (6 credits total or more):
BUS 270: Business Statistics -- 3.00 credits
BUS 301: Study Abroad -- 0.00 - 6.00 credits
BUS 340: Hospitality Management -- 3.00 credits
BUS 341: Event Management -- 3.00 credits
BUS 375: Public Relations -- 3.00 credits
BUS 400: Business Internship -- 2.00 - 7.00 credits
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BUS 405: Entrepreneurship -- 3.00 credits
BUS 411: Advanced Business Law -- 3.00 credits
BUS 430: International Business -- 3.00 credits
BUS 474: Retail Marketing -- 3.00 credits
BUS 475: Professional Selling and Sales Management -- 3.00 credits
ECON 330: Money and Banking -- 3.00 credits
ECON 333: Transportation Economics -- 3.00 credits
FIN 320: Principles Of Finance -- 3.00 credits
SMGT 370: Logistics, Supply Chain Management, and Sustainability -- 3.00 credits
TRSP 300: Supply Chain Management -- 3.00 credits
Marketing Minor Requirements
Refer to School of Business and Economics Admission Requirements and Policies.
Marketing Minor - 24 Total Credits: Classes are offered online and in a traditional classroom setting.
Core Courses (18 credits):
ACCT 101: Accounting for Nonbusiness Majors -- 3.00 credits
FIN 210: Personal Finance -- 3.00 credits
ECON 235: Economics in Society -- 3.00 credits
BUS 211: Business Law I -- 3.00 credits
Meet with an SBE Advisor for help with the SBE admission application:
BUS 370: Principles Of Marketing -- 3.00 credits
BUS 371: Consumer Behavior -- 3.00 credits
Take at least two of the following elective courses-(6 credits total or more):
BUS 373: Advertising & Promotion -- 3.00 credits
BUS 375: Public Relations -- 3.00 credits
BUS 400: Business Internship -- 2.00 - 7.00 credits
BUS 474: Retail Marketing -- 3.00 credits
BUS 475: Professional Selling and Sales Management -- 3.00 credits
BUS 477: Digital Marketing -- 3.00 credits
BUS 482: Marketing Research -- 3.00 credits
BUS 484: Marketing Strategy and Brand Management -- 3.00 credits
TRSP 300: Supply Chain Management -- 3.00 credits
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Chemistry
Faculty
Chemistry Program
Chemistry Major (comprehensive) Requirements
Chemistry Major (non-comprehensive)
Chemistry Major - Pre-Medicine/Pre-Pharmacy (Biochemistry) Concentration (Comprehensive) Requirements
Chemistry Major - Secondary Education - Early Adolescence-Adolescence Level (EA-A) Requirements
Chemistry Minor Requirements
Student Learning Outcomes
Faculty
James W. Lane, Professor
Lorena M. Rios Mendoza, Associate Professor
Michael A. Waxman, Professor
Chemistry Program
UW-Superior offers a challenging major in chemistry that provides students with several options depending on their career goals. Students majoring in chemistry
may seek jobs as professional chemists or teachers after they graduate, pursue advanced degrees in graduate school, or use their degree as the foundation for
attending medical or veterinary school. The one-on-one attention students receive provides the opportunity to develop deeper scientific insights, sharpen their
independent-thinking skills, and gains hands-on experience.
Students completing the 54-credit chemistry major are well prepared to seek entry-level jobs as professional chemists or to pursue graduate school or medical
school. The major emphasizes chemistry but also includes courses in mathematics and physics.
Students interested in careers or advanced study in biochemistry can complete the chemistry major while selecting courses that cover the topics recommended
for study by the American Society of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology.
A severe shortage exists of secondary education teachers in chemistry. UW-Superior offers a chemistry major leading to certification to teach chemistry at the
high school level. Students benefit not only from a quality education in chemistry but also from UW-Superior's strong Teacher Education program.
Graduates of the chemistry program work at companies such as 3M, Intel, Dow Corning, Potlatch Corp., Pfizer Pharmaceutical and Murphy Oil. Others have
gone on to graduate or medical schools such as the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Medical College of Wisconsin, Marquette University, University of Illinois,
Purdue University, University of Minnesota and North Dakota State University.
Chemistry Major (comprehensive) Requirements
54 total credits
All grades in required courses for this major must be C or higher, except that two grades of C- may be counted toward the major. No minor is required.
Chemistry Core courses (53 credits required):
CHEM 105: General Chemistry I -- 5.00 credits
CHEM 106: General Chemistry II -- 4.00 credits
[[CHEM 205]] [[CHEM 206]]
CHEM 320: Organic Chemistry Lecture I -- 3.00 credits
CHEM 321: Organic Chem Lecture II -- 3.00 credits
CHEM 322: Organic Chemistry Lab I -- 1.00 credits
CHEM 323: Organic Chemistry Lab II -- 1.00 credits
CHEM 327: Molecular Spectroscopy I -- 1.00 credits
CHEM 345: Physical Chemistry Lect I -- 4.00 credits
CHEM 347: Physical Chemistry Lab I -- 1.00 credits
CHEM 360: Introduction to Biochemistry -- 3.00 credits
CHEM 365: Descriptive Inorganic Chemistry -- 3.00 credits
CHEM 497: Senior Seminar In Chemistry -- 1.00 credits
MATH 240: Calculus and Analytic Geometry I -- 4.00 credits
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MATH 241: Calculus and Analytic Geometry II -- 4.00 credits
PHYS 201: Calculus-Based Physics I -- 5.00 credits
PHYS 202: Calculus-Based Physics II -- 5.00 credits
Note: PHYS 107 & PHYS 205 together substitute for PHYS 201. PHYS 108 and PHYS 206 together substitute for PHYS 202. Special department permission
required to enroll in PHYS 205 or PHYS 206.
Captone course (1 credit required):
CHEM 491: Senior Research -- 1.00 - 4.00 credits
CHEM 496: Senior Paper -- 1.00 credits
CHEM 498: Internship -- 1.00 - 4.00 credits
Recommended:
MATH 242: Calculus and Analytic Geometry III -- 4.00 credits
Professional Chemistry option: This option is recommended for students considering graduate school in chemistry or employment as a professional chemist.
The additional coursework provides the student with a stronger theoretical and practical foundation. In addition to the required courses listed above students
must also complete:
CHEM 346: Physical Chemistry Lecture II -- 3.00 credits
CHEM 348: Physical Chemistry Lab II -- 2.00 credits
CHEM 375: Instrumental Analysis Lecture -- 3.00 credits
CHEM 376: Instrumental Analysis Lab -- 2.00 credits
Chemistry Major (non-comprehensive)
30 Chemistry credits plus 8 Physics credits
This Chemistry Major is designed for students who would like to earn a major in Chemistry to accompany a minor or major in another discipline. By taking
additional coursework students have the option to earn the comprehensive Chemistry major or complete necessary pre-requisites required of most Chemistry
graduate programs. Consult with your advisor and the relevant post-graduate programs regarding additional requirements.
Required Chemistry courses (23 credits)
CHEM 105: General Chemistry I -- 5.00 credits
CHEM 106: General Chemistry II -- 4.00 credits
[[CHEM 205]] [[CHEM 206]]
CHEM 320: Organic Chemistry Lecture I -- 3.00 credits
CHEM 321: Organic Chem Lecture II -- 3.00 credits
CHEM 322: Organic Chemistry Lab I -- 1.00 credits
CHEM 323: Organic Chemistry Lab II -- 1.00 credits
CHEM 327: Molecular Spectroscopy I -- 1.00 credits
Physical Chemistry (3 credits)
CHEM 381 Intermediate Topics: Introduction to Physical Chemistry – 3.0 credits
or
CHEM 345: Physical Chemistry Lect I -- 4.00 credits
Chemistry Elective (3 credits)
Additional Chemistry classes CHEM 300 level or above
Capstone (1 credit)
CHEM 491: Senior Research -- 1.00 - 4.00 credits
or
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CHEM 497: Senior Seminar In Chemistry -- 1.00 credits
or
CHEM 498: Internship -- 1.00 - 4.00 credits
Required cognates
MATH 115: Precalculus -- 5.00 credits
or
MATH 151: Calculus for Business, Life, and Social Sciences -- 3.00 credits
or
placement into MATH 240 Calculus I
PHYS 107: Algebra-Based Physics I -- 4.00 credits
or
PHYS 201: Calculus-Based Physics I -- 5.00 credits
PHYS 108: Algebra-Based Physics II -- 4.00 credits
or
PHYS 202: Calculus-Based Physics II -- 5.00 credits
Chemistry Major - Pre-Medicine/Pre-Pharmacy (Biochemistry)
Concentration (Comprehensive) Requirements
Biochemistry is the study of the chemical processes occurring in living organisms. Education and skill development in this area are an important part of
preparation for further studies in the fields of Medicine and Pharmacy as well as preparation for careers or graduate school in Biochemistry and related scientific
disciplines. The field of Biochemistry is very interdisciplinary by nature; among other things, a biochemist needs to possess a knowledge of biology, chemistry,
physics and mathematics as well as an appreciation for the interrelationships between these disciplines. Chemistry majors choosing this concentration are
typically those who are interested in attending medical, veterinary or pharmacy schools or graduate school in biochemistry. Consult with your advisor and the
relevant post-graduate programs regarding additional requirements.
Total - 66 credits
Core courses for the Pre-Medicine/Pre-Pharmacy (Biochemistry) Concentration (65 credits required):
CHEM 105: General Chemistry I -- 5.00 credits
CHEM 106: General Chemistry II -- 4.00 credits
[[CHEM 205]] [[CHEM 206]]
CHEM 320: Organic Chemistry Lecture I -- 3.00 credits
CHEM 321: Organic Chem Lecture II -- 3.00 credits
CHEM 322: Organic Chemistry Lab I -- 1.00 credits
CHEM 323: Organic Chemistry Lab II -- 1.00 credits
CHEM 327: Molecular Spectroscopy I -- 1.00 credits
CHEM 345: Physical Chemistry Lect I -- 4.00 credits
CHEM 360: Introduction to Biochemistry -- 3.00 credits
CHEM 462: Advanced Biochemistry -- 3.00 credits
CHEM 481 -- Special Topics: "Laboratory Techniques in Biochemistry" -- 1.00 credit
CHEM 497: Senior Seminar In Chemistry -- 1.00 credits
MATH 240: Calculus and Analytic Geometry I -- 4.00 credits
MATH 241: Calculus and Analytic Geometry II -- 4.00 credits
PHYS 201: Calculus-Based Physics I -- 5.00 credits
PHYS 202: Calculus-Based Physics II -- 5.00 credits
BIOL 330: Genetics -- 4.00 credits
BIOL 355: Microbiology -- 4.00 credits
BIOL 440: Cell Biology -- 4.00 credits
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Note: PHYS 107 & PHYS 205 together substitute for PHYS 201. PHYS 108 and PHYS 206 together substitute for PHYS 202. Speical department permission
required to enroll in PHYS 205 or PHYS 206.
Capstone course (1 credit required)
CHEM 491: Senior Research -- 1.00 - 4.00 credits
CHEM 496: Senior Paper -- 1.00 credits
CHEM 498: Internship -- 1.00 - 4.00 credits
Students who also choose BIOL 340 will complete a minor in biology. With additional biology coursework, students may earn a second major in Biology.
Students choosing the Pre-Medicine/Pre-Pharmacy (Biochemistry) Concentration will have completed the topics recommended for a biochemistry major by the
American Society of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology.
Chemistry Major - Secondary Education - Early
Adolescence-Adolescence Level (EA-A) Requirements
Notice: Due to pending licensure program approvals by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI), program requirements are subject to change for
students entering Fall 2019. Students affected by any approved changes which occur in the 2019-2021 catalog will be formally notified by the
UW-Superior Educator Preparation Program.
A severe shortage exists of secondary education teachers in chemistry. Many high schools must hire students with only a minor in chemistry. Students with this
major will be very competitive in the secondary education job market, especially if they also have a secondary education major in biology or mathematics.
35 total credits
Required courses (35 credits required):
Graduates may obtain this major only if they complete all requirements for secondary education certification. A teaching minor or second teaching major is
required with this major.
CHEM 105: General Chemistry I -- 5.00 credits
CHEM 106: General Chemistry II -- 4.00 credits
[[CHEM 205]] [[CHEM 206]]
CHEM 312: Organic Chemistry--A Short Course -- 3.00 credits
CHEM 313: Intro Organic Chem Lab -- 2.00 credits
CHEM 381 Intermediate Topics: Introduction to Physical Chemistry – 3.0 credits
MATH 115: Precalculus -- 5.00 credits
PHYS 107: Algebra-Based Physics I -- 4.00 credits
PHYS 108: Algebra-Based Physics II -- 4.00 credits
Students may substitute CHEM 320-323, 327 for CHEM 312/313.1.
Students may substitute CHEM 345 for CHEM 381.2.
Students may substitute PHYS 201 for PHYS 107 and PHYS 202 for PHYS 108.3.
Students must satisfactorily complete all DPI and UW-Superior requirements for secondary education certification, including coursework in Biology and
Earth Science and NSEd 339 Teaching Science in the Secondary School.
4.
Chemistry Minor Requirements
21 total credits
CHEM 105: General Chemistry I -- 5.00 credits
CHEM 106: General Chemistry II -- 4.00 credits
CHEM 320: Organic Chemistry Lecture I -- 3.00 credits
CHEM 321: Organic Chem Lecture II -- 3.00 credits
CHEM 322: Organic Chemistry Lab I -- 1.00 credits
CHEM 323: Organic Chemistry Lab II -- 1.00 credits
CHEM 327: Molecular Spectroscopy I -- 1.00 credits
Chemistry elective (200 level or higher) -- 3.00 credits
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Student Learning Outcomes
Demonstrate command of facts, theories, and concepts of chemistry/physics, and ability to use this knowledge for problem solving and the
development and understanding of higher-level concepts.
Utilize a variety of sources to access scientific information and critically evaluate which sources are most reliable and useful for a particular application.
Understand and follow a written, abbreviated experimental procedure as well as make modifications to the procedure and troubleshoot the procedure if
unexpected results occur.
Apply knowledge and skills gained from lecture and laboratory courses to independently create a plan for an experiment or project.
Read and evaluate a set of original research papers in order to create their own critical analysis presented in written and oral form.
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Communicating Arts
Faculty and Staff
Communicating Arts Degree Programs
Communicating Arts Major - Communication Concentration Requirements
Communicating Arts Major - Theatre and Digital Filmmaking Concentration Requirements
Minors Offered
Communication Minor Requirements
Theatre Minor Requirements
Student Learning Outcomes
Faculty and Staff
Beth Austin, Senior Lecturer- Distance Learning: Media
Martha J. Einerson, Professor - Communication
Cathy A. Fank, Professor - Theatre
Ephraim Nikoi, Associate Professor - On Campus and Distance Learning: Communication
Brent Notbohm, Professor - Media
Thomas Notton, Senior Lecturer - Media
Kim Rawson, Senior Lecturer - Distance Learning: Communication
Scott Smith, Senior Lecturer - Distance Learning: Communication
Chad Vollrath, Associate Professor - Communication
Sue Wedan, Senior Lecturer - Theatre
Alison Wielgus, Assistant Professor - Media
Communicating Arts Degree Programs
Communicating Arts: Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science
Communication Concentration: Bachelor of Arts (6 credits of foreign language required) or Bachelor of Science
Pass-Fail Policy: No students may take Communicating Arts 110 on a pass-fail basis.
Communicating Arts Major - Communication Concentration
Requirements
Bachelor of Arts (6 credits of foreign language required) or Bachelor of Science
Communication Program Description
The Communication concentration allows students to explore how social interaction shapes our everyday personal and professional lives, including how we form
and negotiate relationships in groups, communities, and cultures. Coursework offers contemporary communication focusing on critical, cultural, and global
perspectives. Students prepare themselves to participate creatively and analytically in our ever-changing world.
33 total credits - 15 credits upper-division (300+) minimum required.
Communication Core Courses (12 credits required):
COMM 167: Introduction to Intercultural Communication -- 3.00 credits
COMM 211: Interpersonal Communication -- 3.00 credits
COMM 254: Communication Inquiry -- 3.00 credits
COMM 491: Senior Capstone -- 0.00 credits
COMM 495: Special Topics Seminar -- 3.00 credits
Senior Capstone Statement: Courses available to be paired with COMM 491 for identification as capstone with consent of advisor (minimum 3 credits) include:
COMM 332, 356, 370, 425, 455, 467, 495, 498.
Theatre Electives (3 credits required):
COMM 122: Theatre Appreciation -- 3.00 credits
COMM 125: Acting for the Stage -- 3.00 credits
COMM 273: Oral Interpretation -- 3.00 credits
Media Electives (3 credits required):
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COMM 104: Film and Culture -- 3.00 credits
COMM 170: Media and Society -- 3.00 credits
Communication Electives (15 credits required):
COMM 203: News Writing and Reporting -- 3.00 credits
COMM 330: Multimedia Journalism -- 3.00 credits
COMM 332: Communication in Conflict -- 3.00 credits
COMM 353: Persuasion -- 3.00 credits
COMM 356: Community Engagement in Ghana-Study Abroad -- 1.00 - 6.00 credits
COMM 370: Organizational Communication -- 3.00 credits
COMM 376: Group Communication Processes -- 3.00 credits
COMM 425: Communicating Gender -- 3.00 credits
COMM 455: Theorizing Media Culture -- 3.00 credits
COMM 467: Advanced Intercultural Communication -- 3.00 credits
COMM 475: Internship -- 1.00 - 12.00 credits
COMM 498: Independent Study -- 1.00 - 6.00 credits
Communicating Arts Major - Theatre and Digital Filmmaking
Concentration Requirements
Bachelor of Arts (no foreign language required)
Theatre and Digital Filmmaking Program Description:
The Theatre and Digital Filmmaking Concentration provides students with theory, techniques, and hands-on experience in theatre and digital film production.
Coursework offers students multiple opportunities to perform, create, and collaborate in theatre productions and on digital video projects.
36 total credits - 18 credits upper-division (300+) minimum required.
Core Theatre and Digital Filmmaking Courses (18 credits required):
COMM 104: Film and Culture -- 3.00 credits
COMM 122: Theatre Appreciation -- 3.00 credits
COMM 125: Acting for the Stage -- 3.00 credits
COMM 170: Media and Society -- 3.00 credits
COMM 180: Introduction to Technical Theatre -- 3.00 credits
COMM 261: Beginning Digital Filmmaking -- 3.00 credits
COMM 491: Senior Capstone -- 0.00 credits
Senior Capstone Statement: Courses available to be paired with COMM 491 for identification as capstone with consent of advisor (minimum 3 credits) include:
COMM 350, 455, 462, 495, 498.
Theatre and Digital Filmmaking Electives (18 credits required):
COMM 302: Perspectives on Stage and Screen History -- 3.00 credits
COMM 324: Acting for the Screen -- 3.00 credits
COMM 348: Writing for Stage and Screen -- 3.00 credits
COMM 350: Creative Collaboration in Theatre -- 1.00 - 3.00 credits
COMM 361: Intermediate Digital Filmmaking -- 3.00 credits
COMM 365: The Director and the Text -- 3.00 credits
COMM 375: Production Management -- 3.00 credits
COMM 388: The Design Process -- 3.00 credits
COMM 397: Digital Audio Recording and Production -- 3.00 credits
COMM 455: Theorizing Media Culture -- 3.00 credits
COMM 462: Advanced Digital Filmmaking -- 3.00 credits
COMM 475: Internship -- 1.00 - 12.00 credits
COMM 495: Special Topics Seminar -- 3.00 credits
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COMM 498: Independent Study -- 1.00 - 6.00 credits
Minors Offered
Communication Minor Requirements
21 total credits - 9 credits upper-division (300+) minimum required.
Required Communication Courses (12 Credits):
COMM 167: Introduction to Intercultural Communication -- 3.00 credits
COMM 211: Interpersonal Communication -- 3.00 credits
COMM 254: Communication Inquiry -- 3.00 credits
COMM 495: Special Topics Seminar -- 3.00 credits
Communication Electives (9 credits required):
COMM 304: Digital Storytelling and Social Media -- 3.00 credits
COMM 332: Communication in Conflict -- 3.00 credits
COMM 353: Persuasion -- 3.00 credits
COMM 356: Community Engagement in Ghana-Study Abroad -- 1.00 - 6.00 credits
COMM 370: Organizational Communication -- 3.00 credits
COMM 376: Group Communication Processes -- 3.00 credits
COMM 425: Communicating Gender -- 3.00 credits
COMM 455: Theorizing Media Culture -- 3.00 credits
COMM 467: Advanced Intercultural Communication -- 3.00 credits
COMM 495: Special Topics Seminar -- 3.00 credits
Theatre Minor Requirements
21 total credits - 9 credits upper-division (300+) minimum required
Core Theatre Courses (15 credits required):
COMM 122: Theatre Appreciation -- 3.00 credits
COMM 125: Acting for the Stage -- 3.00 credits
COMM 180: Introduction to Technical Theatre -- 3.00 credits
COMM 365: The Director and the Text -- 3.00 credits
COMM 388: The Design Process -- 3.00 credits
Theatre Electives (6 credits required):
COMM 261: Beginning Digital Filmmaking -- 3.00 credits
COMM 302: Perspectives on Stage and Screen History -- 3.00 credits
COMM 324: Acting for the Screen -- 3.00 credits
COMM 348: Writing for Stage and Screen -- 3.00 credits
COMM 350: Creative Collaboration in Theatre -- 1.00 - 3.00 credits
COMM 361: Intermediate Digital Filmmaking -- 3.00 credits
COMM 375: Production Management -- 3.00 credits
COMM 397: Digital Audio Recording and Production -- 3.00 credits
COMM 455: Theorizing Media Culture -- 3.00 credits
COMM 498: Independent Study -- 1.00 - 6.00 credits
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Student Learning Outcomes
Communication: Students will apply modes, styles, and conventions of communication appropriate to the work and the audience
Individual and Social Responsibility: Students will practice healthy interdependence and mutual respect through teamwork
Creative and Critical Thinking: Students will consider multiple perspectives to produce original work
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Computer Science
Faculty and Academic Staff
Computer Science Program
Student Learning Outcomes
Computer Science Major (Comprehensive) Requirements
Computer Science Major (non-comprehensive) Requirements
Information Technology and Systems (ITS) Minor Requirements
Information Technology and Systems (ITS) Certificate Requirements
Faculty and Academic Staff
Faculty
Sergei Bezroukov, Professor
Shaun M. Lynch, Professor
Steven J. Rosenberg, Professor
Chad H. Scott, Professor
Jon Totushek, Assistant Professor
Shin-Ping Tucker, Professor
Academic Staff
Heather Kahler, Senior Lecturer
Hossain Khoroosi, Senior Lecturer
Marilyn Toscano, Senior Lecturer
Computer Science Program
The Computer Science program is ideal for students seeking an intellectually stimulating career that thrives on problem solving and technological innovation.
The curriculum offers a wide array of courses that range from programming fundamentals to special interest electives in a variety of application areas including
databases, networking, and embedded systems. The program emphasizes technical skills built upon a strong theoretical foundation in preparation for careers in
industry or advanced study in graduate school.
The Mathematics and Computer Science Department offers two majors to suit student interests. The comprehensive major concentrates on theory and
application and is designed for students who would like to focus on a single area of study and focus on computer science principles. The liberal arts major
emphasizes core concepts and allows students to complement their program of study with a minor in another discipline. Both programs offer internship
opportunities for students seeking professional experience prior to graduation.
In addition, the department offers a minor in Information Technology and Systems that satisfies degree requirements for non-comprehensive majors. The
Information Technology and Systems minor exposes students to software applications, web page authoring, database management, and other technologies
used in the world of practice.
Student Learning Outcomes
Computer Science Comprehensive Major
Applies an appropriate formal process (or informal language) to write a solution to a given problem and to evaluate the validity and effectiveness of a
given written solution.
Solves multi-part problems by performing appropriate analysis and complex calculations.
Adopts best practices of software engineering, including documentation, teamwork, and integration, to create large software projects; presents results in
oral and visual format.
Understands and effectively utilizes both high and low-level programming concepts and languages.
Demonstrates fluency in the definitions, results, analysis and reasoning of a given axiomatically defined system.
Understands the organization of modern computing devices, both intra-machine and inter-machine.
Computer Science Major
Applies an appropriate formal process (or informal language) to write a solution to a given problem and to evaluate the validity and effectiveness of a
given written solution.
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Solves multi-part problems by performing appropriate analysis and complex calculations.
Adopts best practices of software engineering, including documentation, teamwork, and integration, to create large software projects; presents results in
oral and visual format.
Understands and effectively utilizes both high and low-level programming concepts and languages.
Understands the organization of modern computing devices, both intra-machine and inter-machine.
Information Technology and Systems Minor
Uses computer productivity applications to enhance personal and professional productivity.
Familiar with the disciplines associated with information technology and systems, uses of information technology, career opportunities, and various
applications for modern life.
Understands basic programming concepts and is able to design, implement and debug programs.
Computer Science Major (Comprehensive) Requirements
The comprehensive Computer Science Major provides the background necessary to prepare students for positions in industry or to pursue graduate study.
Students completing this major will have a sufficient understanding of the basic principles and concepts in computer science but also will be able to meet
immediate demands for solving real-world computational problems. This program is an ideal choice for students who intend to work as computer science
professionals.
57 total credits
Math and Computer Science core courses (47 credits required):
MATH 240: Calculus and Analytic Geometry I -- 4.00 credits
MATH 310: Introduction to Abstract Mathematics -- 3.00 credits
MATH 320: Discrete Structures -- 4.00 credits
CSCI 201: Introduction to Programming -- 3.00 credits
CSCI 202: Object-Oriented Programming -- 3.00 credits
CSCI 224: Assembly Language Programming -- 4.00 credits
CSCI 303: Algorithms and Data Structures -- 4.00 credits
CSCI 340: Software Development and Professional Practice -- 4.00 credits
CSCI 356: Database Systems -- 3.00 credits
CSCI 451: Operating Systems -- 4.00 credits
CSCI 461: Computer Architecture -- 4.00 credits
CSCI 470: Net-Centric Computing -- 4.00 credits
CSCI 499: Group Capstone Project -- 3.00 credits
Advanced Topics required course (6 credits required):
CSCI 327: Embedded Systems Design -- 3.00 credits
CSCI 331: Computer Graphics and Game Design -- 3.00 credits
CSCI 351: Internet Programming -- 3.00 credits
CSCI 370: Computer Security -- 3.00 credits
Computational Theory required course (4 credits required):
MATH 421: Theory of Computation -- 4.00 credits
MATH 425: Algorithm Design and Analysis -- 4.00 credits
Computer Science Major (non-comprehensive) Requirements
36 total credits
The Computer Science Major is ideal for students pursuing a liberal arts plan of study and provides the fundamental education necessary for positions in
industry, graduate study, or fields that require knowledge of basic principles and concepts. Students choosing this program must select a minor from the
numerous programs offered across campus or the Information Technology and Systems or Mathematics minors offered by the Mathematics and Computer
Science Department.
Math and Computer Science core courses (29 credits required):
MATH 240: Calculus and Analytic Geometry I -- 4.00 credits
MATH 310: Introduction to Abstract Mathematics -- 3.00 credits
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MATH 310: Introduction to Abstract Mathematics -- 3.00 credits
MATH 320: Discrete Structures -- 4.00 credits
CSCI 201: Introduction to Programming -- 3.00 credits
CSCI 202: Object-Oriented Programming -- 3.00 credits
CSCI 224: Assembly Language Programming -- 4.00 credits
CSCI 303: Algorithms and Data Structures -- 4.00 credits
CSCI 498: Individual Capstone Project -- 1.00 credits
Choose one:
CSCI 356: Database Systems -- 3.00 credits
ITS 346: Database Management -- 3.00 credits
Advanced Topics required course (3 credits required):
CSCI 327: Embedded Systems Design -- 3.00 credits
CSCI 331: Computer Graphics and Game Design -- 3.00 credits
CSCI 351: Internet Programming -- 3.00 credits
CSCI 370: Computer Security -- 3.00 credits
Computational Theory required course (4 credits required):
MATH 421: Theory of Computation -- 4.00 credits
MATH 425: Algorithm Design and Analysis -- 4.00 credits
Information Technology and Systems (ITS) Minor Requirements
The ITS minor complements a student's major of study by providing the knowledge, skills, and abilities to use ITS in their field of interest. It is tailored for the
student with an interest in ITS who wishes to enhance their career opportunities. The program emphasizes choice and allows students to select from a range of
topics applicable to their discipline or that pique their curiosity.
22 total credits
Fundamental required course (6 credits required):
ITS 108: Computer Applications -- 3.00 credits
ITS 342: Information Systems -- 3.00 credits
Programming required course (3 credits required):
ITS 211: Visual Programming Fundamentals -- 3.00 credits
CSCI 201: Introduction to Programming -- 3.00 credits
Information Technology Elective courses (12 credits required):
ITS 335: Web Page Authoring -- 3.00 credits
ITS 346: Database Management -- 3.00 credits
ITS 350: Networking and Communications -- 3.00 credits
ITS 360: Ethics in Information Technology -- 3.00 credits
ITS 364: Digital Multimedia -- 3.00 credits
ITS 370: Information Security -- 3.00 credits
ITS 380: Global E-Commerce Systems -- 3.00 credits
ITS 381: Special Projects -- 1.00 - 4.00 credits
ITS 400: Information Technology and Systems Internship -- 2.00 - 7.00 credits
CSCI 351: Internet Programming -- 3.00 credits
Senior Experience required course (1 credit required):
ITS 498: Individual Capstone Project -- 1.00 credits
Information Technology and Systems (ITS) Certificate Requirements
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The ITS certificate is ideal for students seeking individual courses to complement a current degree plan, expand their technology skills, or enhance their career
prospects. The certificate complements comprehensive and non-comprehensive degree programs and offers a wide variety of topics to satisfy student
interests. Completion of the certificate is noted on a student's transcript.
12 total credits
Information Technology required courses (6 credits required):
ITS 108: Computer Applications -- 3.00 credits
ITS 211: Visual Programming Fundamentals -- 3.00 credits
Information Technology Elective courses (6 credits required):
ITS 335: Web Page Authoring -- 3.00 credits
ITS 342: Information Systems -- 3.00 credits
ITS 346: Database Management -- 3.00 credits
ITS 350: Networking and Communications -- 3.00 credits
ITS 360: Ethics in Information Technology -- 3.00 credits
ITS 364: Digital Multimedia -- 3.00 credits
ITS 370: Information Security -- 3.00 credits
ITS 380: Global E-Commerce Systems -- 3.00 credits
ITS 381: Special Projects -- 1.00 - 4.00 credits
ITS 400: Information Technology and Systems Internship -- 2.00 - 7.00 credits
CSCI 351: Internet Programming -- 3.00 credits
Students who are degree-seeking may also complete the ITS certificate requirements as part of their credits toward a degree. Non-degree-seeking students
may seek the ITS certificates through the Department of Math and Computer Science. Completion and awarding of the ITS certificate is coordinated through the
Registrar's Office that enables students to this ITS certificate noted on their official transcript. You may fill out the ITS certificate application form.
If students are interested in the ITS Individually Designed Major (IDM), please contact the ITS coordinator and fill out the Individually Designed Major form.
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Economics
Faculty and Instructional Staff
Economics Program (non-comprehensive)
Student Learning Outcomes
Admission Requirements
Economics Major Requirements (non-comprehensive)
Faculty and Instructional Staff
Rubana Mahjabeen, Associate Professor
Sakib Mahmud, Associate Professor
Praopan Pratoomchat, Assistant Professor
Economics Program (non-comprehensive)
The Economics Major works toward developing effective decision makers and leaders in both the private and public sectors through application of theoretical
knowledge to solving socio-economic and business problems and a comprehensive liberal arts education.
The Economics Major is designed to prepare students for successful professional careers and graduate studies.
While pursuing the Economics Major, students study under highly qualified faculty members who have expertise in their specialized fields.
The Economics Major instills excellence, builds confidence, and develops strong quantitative, analytical, critical-thinking and leadership skills that graduates can
use throughout their careers.
Student Learning Outcomes
The Economics Program is committed to the UW-Superior Campus Assessment Plan. Economics student learning outcomes and assessment metrics are
developed through a collaborative continuous improvement process that integrates input from the campus and business communities. Our program's student
learning outcomes are:
Students will master the knowledge of economic terminology, concepts, and theories.1.
Students will be able to apply their knowledge to understand the economy in general, as well as analyze various social, political and economic issues.2.
Students will develop economic reasoning and research skills and be able to demonstrate them through critical thinking, rational decision-making, and
competent collection, processing and interpretation of information.
3.
Students will be able to communicate effectively in oral and written forms using professional economics language.4.
Admission Requirements
Refer to the Economics Admission Requirements found in the School of Business and Economics Admission Requirements and Policies section of the catalog.
Economics Major Requirements (non-comprehensive)
36 total credits
Required Core courses (15 credits):
BUS 101: Introduction to Business -- 3.00 credits
MATH 151: Calculus for Business, Life, and Social Sciences -- 3.00 credits
or
MATH 240: Calculus and Analytic Geometry I -- 4.00 credits
BUS 270: Business Statistics -- 3.00 credits
ECON 250: Principles Of Microeconomics -- 3.00 credits
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ECON 251: Principles Of Macroeconomics -- 3.00 credits
Major required courses (9 credits):
ECON 350: Intermediate Microeconomics -- 3.00 credits
ECON 351: Intermediate Macroeconomics -- 3.00 credits
ECON 470: Applied Economic Analysis -- 3.00 credits
Global Awareness required course (3 credits):
ECON 430: International Economics -- 3.00 credits
or
ECON 435: Development Economics -- 3.00 credits
Economics Elective courses (9 credits):
ECON 301: Study Abroad -- 0.00 - 6.00 credits
ECON 330: Money and Banking -- 3.00 credits
ECON 333: Transportation Economics -- 3.00 credits
ECON 335: Ecological Economics -- 3.00 credits
ECON 362: Public Finance -- 3.00 credits
ECON 370: Data Exploration & Economic Analysis -- 3.00 credits
ECON 430: International Economics -- 3.00 credits
or
ECON 435: Development Economics -- 3.00 credits
ECON 438: Comparative Economic Systems -- 3.00 credits
ECON 481: Seminar in Economic Issues -- 3.00 credits
Notes:
Students with more than one major in SBE must have a minimum 5 course difference between majors. The 5 or more courses that differ between majors must
be a combination of required major/concentration courses and elective courses.
ECON 430 and ECON 435 can be used to satisfy only one requirement in the major.
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English
Faculty and Staff
English Student Learning Outcomes
English Major Requirements
English - Secondary Education Student Learning Outcomes
English - Secondary Education Major Requirements
English Minor Requirements
English Minor - Secondary Education Requirements (EA-A, grades 4 - 12)
Broad Field Language Arts Secondary Education Major Student Learning Outcomes
Broad Field Language Arts Secondary Education Major
Faculty and Staff
Stacy Amo, Senior Lecturer
Hilary Fezzey, Associate Professor
Raychel Reiff, Professor
Nicholas Sloboda, Professor
English Student Learning Outcomes
Demonstrate knowledge and comprehension of major texts and traditions of language and literatures in English, including cultural and historical
contexts in English literature.
1.
Analyze and interpret literary texts in a thoughtful manner.2.
Demonstrate the ability to express the present critical interpretations of literature in clear and effective manners.3.
Learn to read literary texts closely, with focused attention to language, content, and form.4.
English Major Requirements
36 total credits(including the University Studies literature requirement)
Required courses for the Bachelor of Arts degree:
Category 1: British Literature Survey Required Courses (3 credits required):
ENGL 211: British Literature I -- 3.00 credits
ENGL 212: British Literature II -- 3.00 credits
Category 2: American Literature Survey Required Courses (3 credits required):
ENGL 221: American Literature I -- 3.00 credits
ENGL 222: American Literature II -- 3.00 credits
Category 3: British/American Literature Survey Elective Courses (3 credits required):
ENGL 211: British Literature I -- 3.00 credits
ENGL 212: British Literature II -- 3.00 credits
ENGL 221: American Literature I -- 3.00 credits
ENGL 222: American Literature II -- 3.00 credits
ENGL 228: Multi-Ethnic American Literature -- 3.00 credits
ENGL 229: Literature by Women -- 3.00 credits
Category 4: The Literary Tradition and Genre Required Courses (24 credits required):
ENGL 311: Shakespeare I -- 3.00 credits
ENGL 312: Shakespeare II -- 3.00 credits
ENGL 315: Chaucer -- 3.00 credits
ENGL 218: Nonfiction Literature and Literacy -- 3.00 credits
ENGL 326: Major Author -- 3.00 credits
ENGL 328: Multi-Ethnic American Novels -- 3.00 credits
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ENGL 328: Multi-Ethnic American Novels -- 3.00 credits
ENGL 331: British Literary Periods -- 3.00 credits
ENGL 332: American Literary Periods -- 3.00 credits
ENGL 368: Short Story I (Pre 1945) -- 3.00 credits
ENGL 369: Short Story II (Post 1945) -- 3.00 credits
ENGL 403: 19th Century British Women Novelists -- 3.00 credits
ENGL 404: Early American Fiction Writers: Poe, Melville, Hawthorne -- 3.00 credits
ENGL 405: History of the English Language -- 3.00 credits
ENGL 409: Age of Pope, Swift, Gay -- 3.00 credits
ENGL 419: The Rise of the Novel -- 3.00 credits
ENGL 426: Popular 20th Century Writers -- 3.00 credits
ENGL 429: The British Romantic Period -- 3.00 credits
ENGL 436: Hemingway's Artistry -- 3.00 credits
ENGL 439: The Victorian Age -- 3.00 credits
ENGL 446: Key American Modernist Writers -- 3.00 credits
ENGL 449: Postcolonial Literature -- 3.00 credits
ENGL 456: Avant-Garde Literature -- 3.00 credits
ENGL 460: Special Topics in Literature -- 3.00 credits
ENGL 465: Modern American Poetry -- 3.00 credits
ENGL 466: Contemporary American Poetry -- 3.00 credits
ENGL 479: Literary Criticism -- 3.00 credits
Category 5: Shakespeare Required Course (3 credits required):
ENGL 311: Shakespeare I -- 3.00 credits
ENGL 312: Shakespeare II -- 3.00 credits
Category 6: Senior Capstone Experience Required Course (1 course required):
ENGL 491: Senior Capstone Experience -- 0.00 credits
(Note: ENGED courses do not count toward the liberal arts English major.)
Note: Each course can fulfill only one requirement.
World language requirement for the Bachelor of Arts degree: See the Degree Requirements section of this catalog for information.
English - Secondary Education Student Learning Outcomes
Demonstrate knowledge and comprehension of major texts and traditions of language and literatures in English, including cultural and historical
contexts in English literature.
1.
Analyze and interpret literary texts in a thoughtful manner.2.
Demonstrate the ability to express and present critical interpretations of literature in clear and effective manners.3.
Learn to read literary texts closely, with focused attention to language, content, and form.4.
Are prepared to support students' continued learning and expression in the English language arts (grades 4 - 12).5.
English - Secondary Education Major Requirements
36 total credits (including the University Studies literature requirement)
The English Secondary Education major contains a concentration in English literature and leads to eligibility for a Wisconsin teaching license at the EA-A
level (grades 4-12).
*Notice: Due to pending licensure program approvals by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI), program requirements are subject to change for
students entering Fall 2019. Students affected by any approved changes which occur in the 2019-2021 catalog will be formally notified by the UW-Superior
Educator Preparation Program.
This major requires either a second major or a mior, plus the required teacher certification coursework. Please see the Teacher Education section of this
catalog for teacher certification requirements.
As this major leads to a Bachelor of Arts degree, the World Language requirement for the Bachelor of Arts Degree must also be fulfilled. See the Degree
Requirements section of this catalog for information.
Major Requirements (36 credits--including the University Studies literature requirement)
Category 1: Foundation of Literature (12 credits required)
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Two of (minimum one British and one American):
ENGL 211: British Literature I -- 3.00 credits
ENGL 212: British Literature II -- 3.00 credits
ENGL 221: American Literature I -- 3.00 credits
ENGL 222: American Literature II -- 3.00 credits
And one of:
ENGL 311: Shakespeare I -- 3.00 credits
Or
ENGL 312: Shakespeare II -- 3.00 credits
And
ENGL 479: Literary Criticism -- 3.00 credits
Category 2: Literary Genres and Focused Studies in Literature (12 credits required; only 3 credits can be at the 200-level; at least 3 credits must be in
Diversity, Global Awareness, and Global Literature)
ENGL 218: Nonfiction Literature and Literacy -- 3.00 credits
Or
ENGL 228: Multi-Ethnic American Literature -- 3.00 credits
(Diversity)
Or
ENGL 229: Literature by Women -- 3.00 credits
(Diversity)
Or
ENGL 241: World Literature I -- 3.00 credits
Or
ENGL 242: World Literature II -- 3.00 credits
Or
ENGL 315: Chaucer -- 3.00 credits
Or
ENGL 326: Major Author -- 3.00 credits
Or
ENGL 328: Multi-Ethnic American Novels -- 3.00 credits
(Diversity)
Or
ENGL 331: British Literary Periods -- 3.00 credits
Or
ENGL 332: American Literary Periods -- 3.00 credits
Or
ENGL 368: Short Story I (Pre 1945) -- 3.00 credits
Or
ENGL 369: Short Story II (Post 1945) -- 3.00 credits
Or
ENGL 403: 19th Century British Women Novelists -- 3.00 credits
(Diversity)
Or
ENGL 404: Early American Fiction Writers: Poe, Melville, Hawthorne -- 3.00 credits
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Or
ENGL 409: Age of Pope, Swift, Gay -- 3.00 credits
Or
ENGL 419: The Rise of the Novel -- 3.00 credits
Or
ENGL 426: Popular 20th Century Writers -- 3.00 credits
Or
ENGL 429: The British Romantic Period -- 3.00 credits
Or
ENGL 436: Hemingway's Artistry -- 3.00 credits
Or
ENGL 439: The Victorian Age -- 3.00 credits
Or
ENGL 446: Key American Modernist Writers -- 3.00 credits
Or
ENGL 449: Postcolonial Literature -- 3.00 credits
Or
ENGL 456: Avant-Garde Literature -- 3.00 credits
Or
ENGL 460: Special Topics in Literature -- 3.00 credits
Or
ENGL 465: Modern American Poetry -- 3.00 credits
Or
ENGL 466: Contemporary American Poetry -- 3.00 credits
Category 3: English and Young Adult Literature in the Schools (6 credits)
ENGED 339: Teaching High School English -- 3.00 credits
ENGED 418: Language and Literature in the Middle Grades -- 3.00 credits
Category 4: English Grammar, History, and Composition (6 credits)
One of:
ENGL 405: History of the English Language -- 3.00 credits
Or
WRIT 307: English Grammar -- 3.00 credits
And One of:
WRIT 250: Introduction to Creative Writing -- 3.00 credits
Or
WRIT 303: Introduction to Rhetoric -- 3.00 credits
Or
WRIT 401: Advanced Rhetoric: Theory and Practice -- 3.00 credits
English Minor Requirements
21 total credits (including the University Studies literature requirement)
Category 1: British Literature Survey Required Course (3 credits required):
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ENGL 211: British Literature I -- 3.00 credits
ENGL 212: British Literature II -- 3.00 credits
Category 2: American Literature Survey Required Course (3 credits required):
ENGL 221: American Literature I -- 3.00 credits
ENGL 222: American Literature II -- 3.00 credits
ENGL 228: Multi-Ethnic American Literature -- 3.00 credits
Category 3: Literary Genres and Focused Studies in Literature (15 credits required in English courses numbered 200 or above, with at least 12 credits
in courses numbered 300 or above.
Note: ENGED courses do not count towards the Liberal Arts English Minor.
Note: Each course can fulfill only one requirement.
English Minor - Secondary Education Requirements (EA-A, grades 4 -
12)
21 total credits (including the University Studies literature requirement)
The English Secondary Education minor contains a concentration in English literature and leads to eligibility for a Wisconsin license at the EA-A level (grades
4-12). This minor must be taken with an additional EA-A grades 4-12 teaching major. Please see the Teacher Education section of this catalog for additional
licensure requirements.
*Notice: Due to pending licensure program approvals by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI), program requirements are subject to change for
students entering Fall 2019. Students affected by any approved changes which occur in the 2019-2021 catalog will be formally notified by the UW-Superior
Educator Preparation Program.
Category 1: Teaching Methods Required Course (3 credits required):
ENGED 339: Teaching High School English -- 3.00 credits
Category 2: British Literature Survey Required Course (3 credits required):
ENGL 211: British Literature I -- 3.00 credits
ENGL 212: British Literature II -- 3.00 credits
Category 3:
American Literature Survey Required Course (3 credits required):
ENGL 221: American Literature I -- 3.00 credits
ENGL 222: American Literature II -- 3.00 credits
ENGL 228: Multi-Ethnic American Literature -- 3.00 credits
Category 4:
Language Required Course (3 credits required):
ENGL 405: History of the English Language -- 3.00 credits
WRIT 307: English Grammar -- 3.00 credits
Category 5: Writing and Literacy Required Course (3 credits required):
ENGL 218: Nonfiction Literature and Literacy -- 3.00 credits
ENGL 479: Literary Criticism -- 3.00 credits
ENGED 418: Language and Literature in the Middle Grades -- 3.00 credits
WRIT 303: Introduction to Rhetoric -- 3.00 credits
WRIT 401: Advanced Rhetoric: Theory and Practice -- 3.00 credits
WRIT 450: Special Topics in Rhetoric -- 1.00 - 6.00 credits
WRIT 470: Special Topics in Writing -- 1.00 - 6.00 credits
Category 6: Literary Genres and Focused Studies in Literature (6 credits in ENGL courses at the 300-level or above):
Note: Each course can fulfill only one requirement.
Broad Field Language Arts Secondary Education Major Student
Learning Outcomes
Demonstrate knowledge and comprehension of major texts and traditions of language and literatures in English, including cultural and historical1.
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Demonstrate knowledge and comprehension of major texts and traditions of language and literatures in English, including cultural and historical
contexts in English literature.
1.
Analyze and interpret texts (presented in multiple genres and media formats) in a thoughtful manner.2.
Demonstrate the ability to express and present critical thinking and interpretations of texts in clear and effective manners.3.
Learn to read texts closely, with focused attention to language, content, purpose, and form.4.
Are prepared to support students' continued learning and expression in the English language arts (grades 4 - 12).5.
Broad Field Language Arts Secondary Education Major
63 credits (including the University Studies literature requirement)
Students completing the Broad Field Language Arts major and university requirements for EA-A (grades 4 - 12) teacher certification will be eligible for a
Wisconsin teaching license in Broad Field Language Arts (EA-A, grades 4-12). Please see the Teacher Education section of this catalog for additional licensure
requirements.
*Notice: Due to pending licensure program approvals by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI), program requirements are subject to change for
students entering Fall 2019. Students affected by any approved changes which occur in the 2019-2021 catalog will be formally notified by the
UW-Superior Educator Preparation Program.
This major does not require an additional minor.
As this major leads to a Bachelor of Arts degree, the World Language requirement for the Bachelor of Arts Degree must also be fulfilled. See the Degree
Requirements section of this catalog for information.
Category 1: Foundations of Literature (12 credits required)
Two of (minimum one British and one American)
ENGL 211: British Literature I -- 3.00 credits
ENGL 212: British Literature II -- 3.00 credits
ENGL 221: American Literature I -- 3.00 credits
ENGL 222: American Literature II -- 3.00 credits
And one of:
ENGL 311: Shakespeare I -- 3.00 credits
OR
ENGL 312: Shakespeare II -- 3.00 credits
AND
ENGL 479: Literary Criticism -- 3.00 credits
Category 2: Diversity, Global Awareness and Global Literature (3 credits required)
One of:
ENGL 228: Multi-Ethnic American Literature -- 3.00 credits
OR
ENGL 229: Literature by Women -- 3.00 credits
OR
ENGL 241: World Literature I -- 3.00 credits
OR
ENGL 242: World Literature II -- 3.00 credits
Category 3: Literature Genres and Focused Studies in Literature (24 credits required)
ENGL 218: Nonfiction Literature and Literacy -- 3.00 credits
AND
Minimum one of:
ENGL 328: Multi-Ethnic American Novels -- 3.00 credits
OR
ENGL 368: Short Story I (Pre 1945) -- 3.00 credits
OR
ENGL 369: Short Story II (Post 1945) -- 3.00 credits
OR
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ENGL 419: The Rise of the Novel -- 3.00 credits
OR
ENGL 426: Popular 20th Century Writers -- 3.00 credits
OR
ENGL 446: Key American Modernist Writers -- 3.00 credits
OR
ENGL 465: Modern American Poetry -- 3.00 credits
OR
ENGL 466: Contemporary American Poetry -- 3.00 credits
AND minimum one of:
ENGL 315: Chaucer -- 3.00 credits
OR
ENGL 326: Major Author -- 3.00 credits
OR
ENGL 331: British Literary Periods -- 3.00 credits
OR
ENGL 332: American Literary Periods -- 3.00 credits
OR
ENGL 403: 19th Century British Women Novelists -- 3.00 credits
OR
ENGL 404: Early American Fiction Writers: Poe, Melville, Hawthorne -- 3.00 credits
OR
ENGL 409: Age of Pope, Swift, Gay -- 3.00 credits
OR
ENGL 429: The British Romantic Period -- 3.00 credits
OR
ENGL 436: Hemingway's Artistry -- 3.00 credits
OR
ENGL 439: The Victorian Age -- 3.00 credits
OR
ENGL 449: Postcolonial Literature -- 3.00 credits
OR
ENGL 460: Special Topics in Literature -- 3.00 credits
OR
ENGL 446: Key American Modernist Writers -- 3.00 credits
OR
ENGL 456: Avant-Garde Literature -- 3.00 credits
Category 4: English and Young Adult Literature in the Schools (6 credits)
ENGED 339: Teaching High School English -- 3.00 credits
ENGED 418: Language and Literature in the Middle Grades -- 3.00 credits
Category 5: Language Arts (18 credits)
One of:
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ENGL 405: History of the English Language -- 3.00 credits
OR
WRIT 307: English Grammar -- 3.00 credits
AND one of:
PHIL 160: Philosophy and Film -- 3.00 credits
OR
COMM 104: Film and Culture -- 3.00 credits
AND
COMM 203: News Writing and Reporting -- 3.00 credits
And one of:
ANTH 340: Language, Culture, and Society -- 3.00 credits
OR
PHIL 212: Critical Thinking -- 3.00 credits
And:
WRIT 250: Introduction to Creative Writing -- 3.00 credits
And one of:
WRIT 303: Introduction to Rhetoric -- 3.00 credits
OR
WRIT 401: Advanced Rhetoric: Theory and Practice -- 3.00 credits
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Environmental Science
Faculty
Environmental Science Major (Comprehensive)
Student Learning Outcomes
Environmental Science Curriculum
Faculty
Dr. Deborah Augsburger, Associate Professor of Anthropology
Dr. William Bajjali, Professor of Geology/Geographic Information Systems
Dr. Andy Breckenridge, Professor of Geology
Dr. Ed Burkett, Professor of Biology
Dr. Maria Stalzer Wyant Cuzzo, Professor of Legal Studies
Dr. Nicholas Danz, Professor of Biology
Dr. Eric Edwards, Associate Professor of Sociology
Dr. Sakib Mahmud, Associate Professor of Sustainable Management and Economics
Dr. Lorena Rios Mendoza, Associate Professor of Chemistry
Dr. Kurt Schmude, Professor of Biology
Dr. Jeffrey Schuldt, Professor of Biology
Dr. Matthew TenEyck, Director of the Lake Superior Research Institute
Dr. Alisa von Hagel, Associate Professor of Political Science
Dr. Michael Waxman, Professor of Chemistry
Environmental Science Major (Comprehensive)
Environmental Science at the UW-Superior is an interdisciplinary comprehensive science degree that emphasizes the human relationship to the environment. It
requires 65 credits as part of a 120 credit degree. The goal of the program is to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to enter the workforce
or to continue on to graduate school. Community engagement is a focus of this major, where students will participate in collaborations with research centers on
campus as well as partnerships with local businesses, environmental groups, and government agencies.
Student Learning Outcomes
The Environmental Studies major coursework and senior year experience are designed to provide students with three broad learning outcomes:
Disciplinary Knowledge - students will acquire fundamental knowledge of environmental science concepts.1.
Communication Skills - students will be able to communicate effectively (orally and in writing) about issues and principles related to the environmental
sciences.
2.
Analytical Skills - students will develop and practice problem solving and critical thinking skills related to environmental sciences.3.
Field and Technical Skills - students will develop and practice field and technical skills related to environmental sciences.4.
Environmental Science Curriculum
65 total credits
Core Classes [49+ credits required]
ENSC 100: Environmental Science -- 2.00 credits
BIOL 130: Principles of Biology I -- 4.00 credits
BIOL 132: Principles of Biology II -- 4.00 credits
CHEM 105: General Chemistry I -- 5.00 credits
CHEM 106: General Chemistry II -- 4.00 credits
GEOL 110: The Dynamic Earth -- 4.00 credits
MATH 113: Algebra with Applications -- 3.00 credits
ENST 200: People and the Environment: Challenges & Actions -- 3.00 credits
ECON 235: Economics in Society -- 3.00 credits
GEOG 241: Fundamentals of GIS I -- 4.00 credits
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BIOL 340: Ecology -- 4.00 credits
ECON 335: Ecological Economics -- 3.00 credits
or
SMGT 235: Economics in Society and Sustainability -- 3.00 credits
ENSC 350: Environmental Science Research Methods -- 2.00 credits
LSTU 303: Environmental Law and Regulation -- 3.00 credits
Required Capstone course (1 credit required):
ENSC 491: Research in Environmental Science -- 1.00 - 4.00 credits
or
ENSC 496: Internship in Environmental Science -- 1.00 - 4.00 credits
Note: MATH 115, MATH 151, or MATH 240 may be completed in place of MATH 113.
Elective Classes [at least 16 credits from at least two disciplines (i.e., prefixes); 12 credits must be taken at the 300 level or higher]
ANTH 320: Environmental Anthropology -- 3.00 credits
BIOL 300: Marine Biology -- 3.00 credits
BIOL 303: Forest Ecology and Management -- 4.00 credits
BIOL 305: Evolution -- 3.00 credits
BIOL 312: Biogeography and Conservation -- 3.00 credits
BIOL 325: Plant Taxonomy -- 4.00 credits
BIOL 335: Aquatic Entomology -- 3.00 credits
BIOL 350: Limnology -- 4.00 credits
BIOL 355: Microbiology -- 4.00 credits
BIOL 360: Parasitology -- 4.00 credits
BIOL 365: Entomology -- 4.00 credits
BIOL 367: Ornithology -- 4.00 credits
BIOL 380: Vertebrate Biology -- 4.00 credits
BIOL 382: Ichthyology -- 4.00 credits
BIOL 420: Field Biology -- 1.00 credits
[[CHEM 205]] [[CHEM 206]]
CHEM 300: Chemistry Of Natural Waters -- 3.00 credits
GEOG 343: Fundamentals of GIS II -- 4.00 credits
GEOG 357: Advanced Topics in Human/Environment Interaction -- 3.00 credits
GEOL 120: Our Water Resources -- 4.00 credits
GEOL 315: Climatology -- 3.00 credits
GEOL 360: Geomorphology -- 4.00 credits
GEOL 400: Watershed Hydrology -- 4.00 credits
PHIL 255: Environmental Ethics -- 3.00 credits
POLS 364: Environmental Politics & Policy-Making -- 3.00 credits
SMGT 320: Renewable Energy for Sustainable Management -- 3.00 credits
SOCI 423: Environmental Sociology -- 3.00 credits
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First Nations Studies
First Nations Studies Program
First Nations Studies Minor
First Nations Studies Program
First Nations Studies is one of four programs housed in the Human Behavior, Justice and Diversity Department. The other three programs are the Legal Studies,
Psychology and Social Work Programs.
The First Nations Studies program seeks to promote an understanding and awareness of First Nations people. The program provides the opportunity for First
Nations people and non-First Nations people alike to increase their knowledge of the origin of First Nations people in terms of history, culture and philosophy.
The differences between First Nations people and non-First Nations people will be examined through courses on culture and philosophy to gain a true
understanding of the First Nations people. Stereotypes will be addressed through history courses with the goal of students gaining an appreciation of First
Nations people and their contributions to the world. Other courses will provide an opportunity to gain knowledge and understanding of the role of the First
Nations people in the cultural development of the world.
First Nations Studies Minor
24 credits minimum
Required courses (11 credits required):
FNS 101: Beginning Ojibwe Language -- 4.00 credits
FNS 110: Introduction to First Nations Studies -- 3.00 credits
FNS 480: First Nations Society and Culture: Field Research -- 4.00 credits
Elective courses (13 credits required):
FNS 151: First Nations Politics and Self-Determination -- 3.00 credits
FNS 201: Intermediate Ojibwe Language -- 4.00 credits
FNS 242: First Nations Values and Spiritual Beliefs -- 3.00 credits
FNS 223: First Nations History I -- 3.00 credits
or
FNS 224: First Nations History II -- 3.00 credits
FNS 324: First Nations Wisconsin History -- 3.00 credits
FNS 230: First Nations Myths and Legends -- 3.00 credits
FNS 304: First Nations Literature -- 3.00 credits
FNS 307: Ojibwa Culture -- 3.00 credits
FNS 386: Working with American Indian Families -- 3.00 credits
FNS 410: First Nations Law -- 3.00 credits
[[FNS 430]]
FNS 460: The Study of First Nations Women -- 3.00 credits
FNS 481: Counseling the First Nations -- 3.00 credits
FNS 486: Special Topics -- 1.00 - 4.00 credits
FNS 490: Independent Study -- 1.00 - 4.00 credits
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Gender Studies
Faculty
Gender Studies Program Description
Student Learning Goals
Gender Studies Minor Requirements
Faculty
Deborah Augsburger, Professor, Anthropology
Karl Bahm, Professor, History
Kenna Bolton Holz, Associate Professor, Psychology
Hilary Fezzey, Professor, English
Julie Gard, Associate Professor, Writing
Vanessa Hettinger, Associate Professor, Psychology
Daniela Mansbach, Professor, Political Science, Gender Studies Program Coordinator
Jeanette Pucheu, Associate Professor, Spanish
Joel Sipress, Professor, History
Alisa Von Hagel, Professor, Political Science, Gender Studies Program Coordinator
Alison Wielgus, Associate Professor, Communicating Arts
Chantal Norrgard, Assistant Professor, First Nations Studies
Gender Studies Program Description
A 21-credit minor is available in Gender Studies. It is coordinated and led by the Gender Studies Coordinator and by the Gender Studies Committee, a
free-standing advisory committee made up of interested faculty and staff.
The Women's Studies undergraduate minor was approved in 1976. In 2013, the Women's Studies Committee refocused the minor and the program, which was
renamed Gender Studies. The minor is interdisciplinary with courses offered by a number of academic departments and programs. Members of the Gender
Studies Committee serve as faculty advisors for this minor. Students choosing this minor must take 21 semester credits from courses in the approved list in
consultation with a Gender Studies faculty advisor.
The mission of the Gender Studies Program is to explore issues of gender and its relationship to structures of power and inequality, with an emphasis on the
intersection of gender with multiple identities; to promote critical engagement in a diverse world; and to contribute to possibilities for transformation and change
in the university and broader community.
Student Learning Goals
Students will demonstrate the ability to:
Analyze identities and expressions of gender and sexuality both globally and historically.1.
Analyze how social structures and institutions create and perpetuate inequalities.2.
Analyze the intersection of gender with other relations of power, recognizing their interconnectivity.3.
Conceptualize different manifestations of feminist actions based upon the context.4.
Engage in informed feminist action.5.
Gender Studies Minor Requirements
21 total credits
A minimum of 9 credits 300-level or higher.
Required courses (9 credits)
GST 150: Introduction to Gender Studies -- 3.00 credits
GST 210: Sociology of Gender -- 3.00 credits
GST 456: Feminist Theory and Action -- 3.00 credits
Elective Courses (12 credits)
GST 255: Gender and Sexuality in Writing -- 3.00 credits
GST 258: Gender, Psychology and Society -- 3.00 credits
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GST 270: Psychology of Men and Masculinity -- 3.00 credits
GST 301: Study Abroad -- 0.00 - 6.00 credits
GST 310: Gender in Cross-Cultural Perspective -- 3.00 credits
GST 312: Gender,Crime,and Justice -- 3.00 credits
GST 317: Men and Women in Nazi Germany -- 3.00 credits
GST 322: The Construction of Gender in the United States -- 3.00 credits
GST 329: Women In Art -- 3.00 credits
GST 365: Philosophy of Love and Sex -- 3.00 credits
GST 374: Women and Politics -- 3.00 credits
GST 393: Women, Colonialism, and Nationalism in Modern Southeast Asia -- 3.00 credits
GST 411: Bodies: Sociology of the Flesh -- 3.00 credits
GST 413: Complex Identities: Global Race, Class, and Gender -- 3.00 credits
GST 459: Philosophies of Pregnancy, Childbirth and Mothering -- 3.00 credits
GST 460: The Study of First Nations Women -- 3.00 credits
GST 490: Special Topics in Women's Studies -- 1.00 - 4.00 credits
GST 499: Independent Study -- 1.00 - 3.00 credits
COMM 425: Communicating Gender -- 3.00 credits
At least one elective course must meet the Global/Indigenous minor requirement. Those courses currently include
GST 310: Gender in Cross-Cultural Perspective -- 3.00 credits
GST 393: Women, Colonialism, and Nationalism in Modern Southeast Asia -- 3.00 credits
GST 413: Complex Identities: Global Race, Class, and Gender -- 3.00 credits
GST 460: The Study of First Nations Women -- 3.00 credits
Or substitution with prior approval of Gender Studies Program Coordinator
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Geography
Faculty
Geography Program
Applied Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Minor Requirements
Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Certificate
Faculty
William Bajjali, Professor (Geographic Information Systems and Earth Science)
Andy Breckenridge, Professor (Environment Science and Geographic Information Systems)
Geography Program
A wide variety of courses are available in Geographic Information Systems (GIS). For more information about specific courses, see Geography in the Course
Descriptions section of this catalog.
Geographic Information Systems has many application areas and exciting career opportunities. The Geography faculty can guide you in selecting a program of
study that best suits your interests and goals. Because Geographic Information Systems is inherently interdisciplinary, the minors described below can
complement and enhance many major areas of study, such as education, business, communication, legal studies, science, and all areas of international study.
Applied Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Minor Requirements
21 total credits
Employment opportunities are limitless for graduates who are proficient with this interdisciplinary tool. Well-qualified GIS specialists are sought in the areas of
business, economics, education, government, planning, and international industries.
Required Geography core courses (15 credits required):
GEOG 241: Fundamentals of GIS I -- 4.00 credits
GEOG 343: Fundamentals of GIS II -- 4.00 credits
GEOG 442: Advanced Principles of GIS -- 4.00 credits
MATH 130: Elementary Statistics -- 4.00 credits
or
BUS 270: Business Statistics -- 3.00 credits
or
PSYC 301: Statistics for Psychological Research -- 3.00 credits
or
MATH 240: Calculus and Analytic Geometry I -- 4.00 credits
Elective courses (6 credits required):
GEOG 452: GIS Special Project -- 2.00 credits
ITS 346: Database Management -- 3.00 credits
GEOL 110: The Dynamic Earth -- 4.00 credits
GEOL 360: Geomorphology -- 4.00 credits
CSCI 201: Introduction to Programming -- 3.00 credits
CSCI 202: Object-Oriented Programming -- 3.00 credits
CSCI 356: Database Systems -- 3.00 credits
GEOG 491: Undergraduate Research -- 1.00 - 4.00 credits
GEOG 496: Internship -- 1.00 - 4.00 credits
A combined maximum of four credits may be earned in GEOG 491 and GEOG 496.
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Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Certificate
Geographic Information Systems (GIS) are the basis for understanding our world through digital spatial information. The GIS certificate is designed to meet the
growing demand for GIS applications in diverse disciplines.
The courses required to complete the GIS certificate span topics from introductory to advanced applications, including the elements of GIS, spatial data type
and acquisition, coordinate systems, projections, data editing and topology, site suitability and data modeling, geoprocessing, geostatistical analysis, spatial
interpolation, watershed delineation, network and 3-D analysis.
To earn a GIS certificate, students must complete at least 9 credits from the following courses:
GEOG 241: Fundamentals of GIS I -- 4.00 credits
GEOG 343: Fundamentals of GIS II -- 4.00 credits
And one of the following:
GEOG 442: Advanced Principles of GIS -- 4.00 credits
GEOG 452: GIS Special Project -- 2.00 credits
GEOG 491: Undergraduate Research -- 1.00 - 4.00 credits
(applied GIS research mentored by a faculty member)
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Health and Wellness Management
Faculty and Academic Staff
Health and Wellness Management Program Description
Health and Wellness Management Major Requirements
Faculty and Academic Staff
Glenn Carlson, Assistant Professor
Danielle Karvonen, Senior Lecturer
Ray Reinertsen, Senior Lecturer
William Simpson, Associate Professor
Health and Wellness Management Program Description
The Bachelor of Science in Health and Wellness Management is an interdisciplinary program that helps students gain a broad understanding of the ways in
which health care systems, health care costs, employee wellness programs and values of health/wellness management programs impact the work environment.
Increasing healthcare costs and a growing number of healthcare coverage options will spur demand for professionals to develop strategically integrated
wellness programs. In light of these trends, a few areas graduates of the Health and Wellness Management program will be able to help are:
Integrate a wide array of programs to enhance employee safety and wellness and improve work-life balance
Influence corporate/community productivity
Reduce health care costs
Engage management and leadership at multiple levels
The major is offered through online study in collaboration with partner universities UW-Stevens Point, UW- LaCrosse and UW-River Falls. It is based in the
Health and Human Performance Department, and supported by the Online Learning. Additional information is available at https://hwm.wisconsin.edu.
Health and Wellness Management Major Requirements
61 total credits
Required courses (61 credits required):
HWM 300: Introduction to Human Health -- 3.00 credits
HWM 305: The Wellness Profession -- 3.00 credits
HWM 310: Changes Across the Life Span -- 3.00 credits
HWM 315: Workplace Wellness Program Management -- 3.00 credits
HWM 320: Health and Medical Terminology -- 3.00 credits
HWM 325: Health Literacy -- 3.00 credits
HWM 335: Worksite Health Environment -- 3.00 credits
HWM 345: Physical Activity and Nutrition for Wellness Managers -- 3.00 credits
HWM 350: Research Statistics for Wellness Managers -- 3.00 credits
HWM 360: Stress and Dependencies and Addictions -- 3.00 credits
HWM 370: Understand and Effecting Health Behavior Change -- 3.00 credits
HWM 385: Marketing and Communication for Wellness Managers -- 3.00 credits
HWM 405: Survey of Information Technology in Wellness -- 3.00 credits
HWM 430: Population Health for Wellness Managers -- 3.00 credits
HWM 460: Leadership and Change Management in Health -- 3.00 credits
HWM 470: Assessment and Evaluation for Wellness Managers -- 3.00 credits
HWM 480: Health Benefits for Wellness Managers -- 3.00 credits
HWM 485: Health Coaching for Wellness Managers -- 3.00 credits
HWM 493: Health and Wellness Management Fieldwork Prep -- 1.00 credits
HWM 494: Health and Wellness Management Fieldwork -- 3.00 credits
HWM 496: Health and Wellness Management Capstone -- 3.00 credits
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HWM 496: Health and Wellness Management Capstone -- 3.00 credits
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History
Faculty and Staff
History Major - Bachelor of Arts Requirements
History Teaching Major - Early Adolescence-Adolescence Level (EA-A/Grades 4-12), B.A. or B.S. Requirements
History Minor Requirements
Broad Field Social Studies Major
History Program Description
Student Learning Outcomes
Faculty and Staff
Karl Bahm, Professor
Cheong Soon Gan, Associate Professor
Joel Sipress, Professor
History Major - Bachelor of Arts Requirements
33 total credits
A total of 33 credits in history, including at least 21 credits from courses numbered 300 or above. All students completing the History major must fulfill the
Bachelor of Arts language requirement. Coursework must include the following:
Required Core Courses (6 credits required):
HIST 256: Introduction to Historical Research and Writing-History of Wisconsin -- 3.00 credits
HIST 330: Envisioning World History -- 3.00 credits
Geographic Distribution Areas (12 credits required):
Complete coursework in each of the four following geographic codes. (Each catalog description of history courses includes a code number indicating which
code the course fulfills): Code 1-European History; Code 2-Latin American History; Code 3-Asian History; Code 4-World History.
Race and Ethnicity Course:
Complete one three-credit history course at any level with a focus on race and/or ethnicity. Courses that fulfill this requirement are noted in the catalog
description of history courses with the notation RE." The same course cannot be used to complete both Race and Ethnicity and the Gender requirement.
Gender Course:
Complete one three-credit history course at any level with a focus on gender. Courses that fulfill this requirement are noted in the catalog description of history
courses with the notation "G."
The same course cannot be used to complete both the Race and Ethnicity and the Gender requirement.
Senior Capstone Experience (6 credits required):
HIST 496: Historiographical Research Theories and Methodologies -- 3.00 credits
HIST 497: Senior Thesis -- 3.00 credits
These two courses should normally be taken in the senior year. HIST 496 is only offered in the fall, and HIST 497 in the spring.
Bachelor of Arts Degree Foreign/Indigenous Language courses (3-6 credits required)
History Teaching Major - Early Adolescence-Adolescence Level
(EA-A/Grades 4-12), B.A. or B.S. Requirements
36 total credits
*Notice: Due to pending licensure program approvals by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI), program requirements are subject to change for
students entering Fall 2019. Students affected by any approved changes which occur in the 2019-2021 catalog will be formally notified by the UW-Superior
Educator Preparaton Program.
A total of 36 credits in history and social studies education, at least 21 credits from courses numbered 300 or above. Certification to teach requires completion of
a series of Wisconsin Teacher Certification (DPI) requirements. See the Teacher Education section of the catalog for details. Coursework must include the
following:
Required Core Courses (15 credits required):
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HIST 111: Modern World History -- 3.00 credits
HIST 151: History of the United States Through 1877 -- 3.00 credits
or
HIST 152: The United States Since 1877 -- 3.00 credits
HIST 256: Introduction to Historical Research and Writing-History of Wisconsin -- 3.00 credits
HIST 330: Envisioning World History -- 3.00 credits
SSED 339: Secondary Methods in Social Studies Education -- 3.00 credits
Geographic Distribution Areas (9 credits required):
Complete coursework in each of the three following geographic codes. (Each catalog description of history courses include a code number indicating which
code the course fulfills): Code 1-European History; Code 2-Latin American History; Code 3-Asian History.
Race and Ethnicity Course:
Complete one three-credit history course at any level with a focus on race and/or ethnicity. Courses that fulfill this requirement are noted in the catalog
description of history courses with the notation "RE." The same course cannot be used to complete both the Race and Ethnicity and the Gender requirement.
Gender Course:
Complete one three-credit history course at any level with a focus on gender. Courses that fulfill this requirement are noted in the catalog description of history
courses with the notation "G." The same course cannot be used to complete both the Race and Ethnicity and the Gender requirement.
Senior Capstone Experience required course (6 credits required):
HIST 496: Historiographical Research Theories and Methodologies -- 3.00 credits
HIST 497: Senior Thesis -- 3.00 credits
History Minor Requirements
21 total credits
A total of 21 credits in history, at least 9 credits from courses numbered 300 or above. Coursework must include the following:
Required Core Courses (6 credits required):
HIST 256: Introduction to Historical Research and Writing-History of Wisconsin -- 3.00 credits
HIST 330: Envisioning World History -- 3.00 credits
Geographic Distribution Areas (9 credits required):
Complete one three-credit course from at least three of the following four geographic codes. Each catalog description of history courses includes a code number
indicating the geographic areas the course fulfills: Code 1-European History; Code 2-Latin American History; Code 3-Asian History; Code 4-World History.
Broad Field Social Studies Major
Students interested in teaching history at the Early Adolescence-Adolescence Level (EA-A/Grades 4-12) are encouraged to consider the Broad Field Social
Studies Major. Broad Field Social Studies is a comprehensive inter-disciplinary major designed specifically for students who intend to teach within the social
studies disciplines at EA-A level. Students in Broad Field Social Studies complete a body of interdisciplinary coursework along with the equivalent of a full
History Teaching Major. For more information, see the Broad Field Social Studies section of this catalog.
History Program Description
UW-Superior's History Program offers a distinctive global focus. By studying a variety of world regions and the connections among them, students are prepared
to live and participate in an increasingly integrated world. The History Program emphasizes research, writing, oral communication, and critical analysis to foster
lifelong learning
Student Learning Outcomes
1. Fundamental Academic Skills
Clear and effective expository writing, including the ability to construct an effective analytical essay
Clear and effective oral communication, including the ability to construct and deliver an effective oral presentation
Ability to evaluate arguments on the basis of evidence and to support one's own arguments with evidence
Ability to summarize and critically evaluate an author's ideas
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2. Historical Skills and Dispositions
Ability to independently research a topic or question using a variety of types of secondary and primary materials (e.g. print, electronic, textual, visual)
and to produce a fully documented research paper.
The ability to construct abstract ideas from the concrete and the ability to apply abstract ideas to understand the concrete.
The ability to synthesize existing historical ideas and arguments to produce an original idea.
A healthy skepticism toward one's own assertions and the assertions of others
3. Curricular Emphases
The ability to make sense of particular world regions while simultaneously seeing global connections.
An understanding of how social categories such as race, class, gender, ethnicity, and religion are constructed and the impact of these categories on
people's lived experience.
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Individually Designed
Individually Designed Major Description (non-comprehensive)
Individually Designed (non-comprehensive) Major Requirements
Individually Designed Minor Requirements
Individually Designed Major Description (non-comprehensive)
The Individually Designed major is a non-comprehensive major and is designed for students who cannot adequately realize their educational objectives through
an existing academic program offered at UW-Superior.
The major is designed by the student in consultation with an academic advisor and selected faculty. The student is also required to take IDS 301 Individually
Designed Major Planning, a one credit online course that helps them design the major. The approval process for the major includes the advisor, chairs from the
selected academic areas of study, the IDS/IDM Coordinator, and the Credits and Reinstatement Committee.
Additional information about the Individually Designed Major can be found at the Online Learning, or by contacting the Online Learning at 877-528-6597 or
Individually Designed (non-comprehensive) Major Requirements
A minimum of 33
total major credits
Major Requirements:
The student must work with his/her advisor to develop the Individually Designed Major (non-comprehensive) program plan.
A maximum of three faculty need to be involved in the development and approval of the IDM plan if there are more than one discipline areas featured in the IDM
plan.
Students must take IDS 301 Individually Designed Major Planning course. This is an online, pass/fail, one credit course available to all students.1.
Student must declare a minor or second major in a different subject area. The same courses cannot be used to meet the Individually Designed
(non-comprehensive) major requirements as well as minor or second major requirements.
2.
A minimum of 18 credits must be in courses numbered 300 or higher.3.
Plan of courses included on the IDM petition form must include a Capstone course.4.
Student must have earned at least 43 credits prior to submitting the IDM petition form.5.
Must submit (and have approved by the Credits and Student Reinstatement Committee) an Individually Designed major (non-comprehensive) petition
form.
6.
The petition form must be developed in consultation with the student's advisor and at least one faculty member representing disciplines other than that
of the advisor.
7.
Additional Degree Requirements:
A minimum of 36 credits numbered 300 or higher1.
A minimum of 30 credits earned at UW-Superior2.
A resident GPA of at least 2.0 (UW-Superior courses only)3.
A major GPA of at least 2.0 (all courses used to meet major requirements--including transfer courses)4.
The last 12 credits for the degree must be earned at UW-Superior5.
Individually Designed Minor Requirements
21 total credits Requirements:
Students in good standing and have earned at least 43 credits to declare this minor1.
Students must complete an Individually Designed minor petition and have it approved by the Credits and Reinstatement Committee2.
At least 7 credits must be 300 level or higher.3.
Individually Designed Minor proposals require the approval of the student's advisor and the appropriate department chair, then submitted to the Credits and
Reinstatement Committee for final approval.
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Interdisciplinary Studies Program
Interdisciplinary Studies (comprehensive) Major Description
Interdisciplinary Studies (comprehensive) Major Requirements
Interdisciplinary Studies (comprehensive) Major Description
The Interdisciplinary Studies major is a comprehensive major and is designed for students who cannot adequately realize their educational objectives through
an existing academic program offered at UW-Superior.
The major is designed by the student in consultation with an academic advisor and selected faculty. The student is also required to take IDS 300
Interdisciplinary Studies Planning, a one credit online course that helps them design the major. The approval process for the major includes the advisor, chairs
from the selected academic areas of study, the Director for Online Learning, and the Credits and Reinstatement Committee.
Additional information about the Interdisciplinary Studies Major can be found at the Online Learning, or by contacting the Online Learning at 877-528-6597 or
Interdisciplinary Studies (comprehensive) Major Requirements
51 total major credits
This major may be declared by on-campus or Online Learning students.
Major Requirements:
A minimum of 3 different discipline areas1.
minimum of 9 credits, maximum of 22 credits, in each discipline area2.
A minimum of 22 credits must be in courses numbered 300 or higher3.
Must complete IDS 300 Interdisciplinary Studies Planning4.
Must include a Capstone course5.
Student must have earned at least 43 credits prior to submitting the IDS petition form6.
Must submit (and have approved by the Credits and Student Reinstatement Committee) an Interdisciplinary Studies petition form.7.
Additional Degree Requirements:
A minimum of 36 credits numbered 300 or higher1.
A minimum of 30 credits earned at UW-Superior2.
A resident GPA of at least 2.0 (UW-Superior courses only)3.
The last 12 credits for the degree must be earned at UW-Superior4.
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Legal Studies Programs
Faculty
Legal Studies and Criminal Justice Program
Legal Studies Major requirements
Criminal Justice Program Description
Criminal Justice Concentration (comprehensive) Requirements
Criminal Justice Minor Requirements
Certificate Programs
Paralegal Certificate requirements
Mediation Certificate requirements
Criminal Justice Paralegal requirements
Faculty
Maria Stalzer Wyant Cuzzo - Professor, Ph.D., JD, Mediator
Nathan LaCoursiere - Senior Lecturer, JD
Steven Steblay - Senior Lecturer, Master's in Criminal Justice
Allison Willingham - Assistant Professor, Masters in Criminal Justice, ABD pending Ph.D.
Legal Studies and Criminal Justice Program
Providing courses of study both in Legal Studies and Criminal Justice, the Legal Studies Program is one of four programs housed in the Human Behavior,
Justice and Diversity Department. Legal Studies and Criminal Justice are two disciplines under the umbrella of the Legal Studies major. Students can elect to
pursue either or both disciplines. The major in Legal Studies requires coursework totaling 35-36 credits, whereas the Criminal Justice concentration offers a
comprehensive curriculum of 57-58 credits.
Learning Goals of the Legal Studies and Criminal Justice Program
to analyze and interpret legal texts1.
to write well2.
to convey ideas effectively orally3.
to think critically and to reason analytically4.
to practice public service5.
Legal Studies Major Description
The major in Legal Studies provides an undergraduate liberal arts major grounded in the Humanist tradition of law. The focus of the program is the study of law in
itself and in its relations to politics, moral philosophy, society and history.
The impact of law and legal process upon citizens in the United States and around the world has increased markedly in recent years. Factors contributing to the
development of law include growth in the complexity of government and regulation, expanded conceptions of individual and group rights, increased public
access to knowledge via the internet and increasing exposure to structures of legal ordering, such as healthcare and bank regulation. If citizens are to maintain
and advance democratic forms of civic life and participation, they require better knowledge of the role of law, its goals, methods, successes and failures.
Coupled to this must be an understanding of the limits of the dominant forms of dispute resolution as well as the benefits of alternative forms.
Students in the Legal Studies major learn about both the theoretical and practical dimensions of law, not only within the American model, but in other legal
systems as well. They gain first-hand experience in legal analysis, argument and advocacy as well as in mediation and other forms of alternative conflict
resolution (ADR). They learn such substantive areas of law as contracts, real property, family law, etc., and gain an understanding of procedural law in civil and
criminal contexts. The program offers coursework in law-related topics involving diversity, multiculturalism, environmental regulation and international law.
Legal Studies Major requirements
35-36 total credits
Completion of 35 or 36 credits is required, including 24 credits in required courses, 3 credits in a procedure course, 2 or 3 credits in a substantive law
course and 6 credits from two of three groups.
LSTU 115: Law and Human Behavior -- 3.00 credits
LSTU 233: Law, Citizenship and Civic Engagement -- 3.00 credits
LSTU 261: Contemporary Issues in Law and Society -- 3.00 credits
LSTU 268: Alternative Dispute Resolution -- 3.00 credits
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LSTU 305: Methods of Legal Research and Writing -- 3.00 credits
LSTU 450: U.S.Constitutional Law, Part I -- 3.00 credits
LSTU 451: U.S. Constitutional Law, Part II-Civil Liberties and Civil Rights -- 3.00 credits
LSTU 485: Internship -- 3.00 credits
or
LSTU 499: Independent Research/Applied Skills -- 1.00 - 3.00 credits
Legal Procedures courses (3 credits required):
LSTU 210: Criminal Procedure -- 3.00 credits
or
LSTU 220: Civil Procedure -- 3.00 credits
Substantive Law courses (2 credits required; students are strongly encouraged to take more of these courses as electives):
LSTU 211: Criminal Law -- 3.00 credits
LSTU 221: Administrative Law -- 2.00 credits
LSTU 223: Family Law -- 2.00 credits
LSTU 224: Personal Injury Litigation -- 2.00 credits
LSTU 228: Contract Law -- 2.00 credits
Courses in two of three groups (6 credits required; LSTU majors must take at least one course denoted below as requiring a term paper):
Group 1: Legal Theory and Practice
LSTU 333: Great Legal Trials: Stories That Changed Law -- 3.00 credits
LSTU 354: Jurisprudence -- 3.00 credits
Group 2: Legal Process and Ordering
LSTU 303: Environmental Law and Regulation -- 3.00 credits
LSTU 321: Judicial Process -- 3.00 credits
CJUS 316: Crime, Corrections and Punishment -- 3.00 credits
Group 3: Diversity and Multicultural Issues
LSTU 363: Comparative Law and Courts -- 3.00 credits
LSTU 365: Race, Ethnicity, and Justice -- 3.00 credits
CJUS 312: Gender,Crime,and Justice -- 3.00 credits
For students planning to attend law school or graduate school, a preparatory course in the LSAT or GRE examination is highly recommended.
Criminal Justice Program Description
Understanding crime and justice is essential in a democratic society, and studying both is challenging. Crime involves coercion, freedom, fear and safety. A low
incidence of crime enables society to work toward a higher quality of life. An explosion of crime tears at the fabric of a community. Crime is both a legal and a
political concept. The very definition of crime is rooted in law; however, it is not limited to law. Some injuries to society become prohibitions in criminal statutes.
Other harms, for various historical, political and cultural reasons, are not included within the penal code. Justice, itself, is an elusive philosophical concept that
has legal, political, economic, social and psychological underpinnings as well as implications. Ever present in our thinking is the desire for justice in individual
cases as well as the pursuit of living in a just society.
With a strong liberal arts emphasis, the Criminal Justice program encourages intellectual curiosity, critical thinking and extensive communication skills,
characteristics associated with rewarding professional and personal lives. At the same time, a primary goal of the UW-Superior's Criminal Justice Program is the
academic preparation of individuals planning criminal justice careers as well as the educational advancement of practitioners already enjoying criminal justice
careers.
The criminal justice curriculum is both broad and deep, enabling students to critically reflect on the complexity of "the problem" of crime as well as our
paradoxical responses to it. Its study requires a multidisciplinary approach. Housed in a Legal Studies major, the concentration in Criminal Justice examines
various ways of "knowing" the problem, especially through a rigorous, scientific lens. Completion of core courses in criminal justice permits students to become
firmly grounded in a range of perspectives in the justice field. Selection of courses from legal studies provides a significant context for appreciating the fluid
boundaries of justice systems. In addition to classes in criminal justice and legal studies, the curriculum consists of coursework in six areas: accounting,
philosophy, political science, psychology, social work, and sociology. Taking courses from these disciplines enable students to achieve global views of this
complex problem and its possible solutions as well as to "drill down" into critical subject areas. Selection of elective courses encourages students to pursue
flexible paths of study tailored to their individual interests in such careers as law enforcement, law and court processing, juvenile and adult corrections as well as
graduate education. The result is the achievement of baccalaureate competency in the study of criminal justice.
Graduates from UW-Superior's Criminal Justice program distinguish themselves in many diverse professional fields, in graduate and law schools, and in the
community. Alumni serve in positions of responsibility across the United States in federal, state and local criminal and juvenile justice agencies as well as in
Canadian justice agencies. Others have careers as private attorneys, paralegals, youth counselors, teachers, military officers, security/loss specialists and
private investigators.
No minor is required because the Criminal Justice Concentration in Legal Studies is a comprehensive major.
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Depending on course selection, the number of credits is either 57 or 58.
Criminal Justice Concentration (comprehensive) Requirements
57 total credits (58 credits with a core University Studies mathematics course - MATH 130)
Legal Studies Core courses (9 credits required):
LSTU 115: Law and Human Behavior -- 3.00 credits
LSTU 211: Criminal Law -- 3.00 credits
LSTU 268: Alternative Dispute Resolution -- 3.00 credits
Justice Core courses (24 credits required):
CJUS 106: Crime, Behavior and Social Control -- 3.00 credits
CJUS 207: Police and Society -- 3.00 credits
LSTU 321: Judicial Process -- 3.00 credits
CJUS 316: Crime, Corrections and Punishment -- 3.00 credits
CJUS 448: Criminology -- 3.00 credits
CJUS 463: Delinquency and Juvenile Justice -- 3.00 credits
CJUS 491: Applied Criminal Justice -- 3.00 credits
CJUS 492: Criminal Justice Policy Issues and Reform -- 3.00 credits
Courses available to be paired with Capstone Presentation include CJUS 463, 491 or 492 with advisor consent.
CJUS 498: Senior Capstone Presentation -- 0.00 credits
Research Design and Quantitative Analysis courses (6 or 7 credits required):
CJUS 374: Research Methods in Criminal Justice -- 3.00 credits
and
MATH 130: Elementary Statistics -- 4.00 credits
or
PSYC 301: Statistics for Psychological Research -- 3.00 credits
Diversity Course (3 credits required):
CJUS 312: Gender,Crime,and Justice -- 3.00 credits
or
GST 312: Gender,Crime,and Justice -- 3.00 credits
or
LSTU 365: Race, Ethnicity, and Justice -- 3.00 credits
Elective Credits (15 credits required): With advisor's approval, other courses not listed below can be substituted and count as part of the 15 credits.
1. Law and Justice (9 credits required):
CJUS 160: Field Exp./Cert Prog CJUS -- 1.00 - 3.00 credits
LSTU 210: Criminal Procedure -- 3.00 credits
CJUS 212: Criminal Investigations -- 3.00 credits
LSTU 261: Contemporary Issues in Law and Society -- 3.00 credits
CJUS 301: Study Abroad -- 0.00 - 6.00 credits
CJUS 318: Community Corrections -- 3.00 credits
CJUS 320: Special Topics -- 3.00 credits
LSTU 321: Judicial Process -- 3.00 credits
LSTU 354: Jurisprudence -- 3.00 credits
LSTU 363: Comparative Law and Courts -- 3.00 credits
POLS 353: International Law -- 3.00 credits
LSTU 450: U.S.Constitutional Law, Part I -- 3.00 credits
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LSTU 451: U.S. Constitutional Law, Part II-Civil Liberties and Civil Rights -- 3.00 credits
ACCT 365: Fraud Examination and Investigation -- 3.00 credits
CJUS 497: Student Initiated Seminar -- 1.00 - 3.00 credits
CJUS 499: Individualized Research -- 1.00 - 3.00 credits
2. Human Behavior, Harms, and Ethics (6 credits required):
PHIL 211: Contemporary Moral Problems -- 3.00 credits
SOCI 273: Race and Ethnicity -- 3.00 credits
PSYC 310: Social Psychology -- 3.00 credits
SO W 329: Crisis Intervention -- 3.00 credits
POLS 330: U.S. State and Local Government -- 3.00 credits
SO W 350: Introduction to Addiction and Recovery -- 3.00 credits
PSYC 353: Psychopharmacology -- 3.00 credits
PSYC 362: Psychological Disorders -- 3.00 credits
POLS 372: Power and Resistance -- 3.00 credits
POLS 381: Theories of Justice -- 3.00 credits
PSYC 403: Memory and Cognition -- 3.00 credits
Criminal Justice Minor Requirements
The curriculum consists of coursework totaling 24 credits: 15 required credits and 9 elective credits.
24 total credits
Justice Core courses (15 credits required):
CJUS 106: Crime, Behavior and Social Control -- 3.00 credits
CJUS 207: Police and Society -- 3.00 credits
CJUS 316: Crime, Corrections and Punishment -- 3.00 credits
CJUS 448: Criminology -- 3.00 credits
CJUS 463: Delinquency and Juvenile Justice -- 3.00 credits
Elective Credits (9 credits required):
A total of 9 elective credits selected from the following. With advisor's approval, other courses not listed below can be substituted and count as part of the 9
credits.
CJUS 160: Field Exp./Cert Prog CJUS -- 1.00 - 3.00 credits
LSTU 210: Criminal Procedure -- 3.00 credits
LSTU 211: Criminal Law -- 3.00 credits
CJUS 212: Criminal Investigations -- 3.00 credits
LSTU 268: Alternative Dispute Resolution -- 3.00 credits
CJUS 301: Study Abroad -- 0.00 - 6.00 credits
CJUS 312: Gender,Crime,and Justice -- 3.00 credits
or
GST 312: Gender,Crime,and Justice -- 3.00 credits
CJUS 318: Community Corrections -- 3.00 credits
CJUS 320: Special Topics -- 3.00 credits
LSTU 321: Judicial Process -- 3.00 credits
SO W 329: Crisis Intervention -- 3.00 credits
SO W 350: Introduction to Addiction and Recovery -- 3.00 credits
POLS 353: International Law -- 3.00 credits
LSTU 451: U.S. Constitutional Law, Part II-Civil Liberties and Civil Rights -- 3.00 credits
ACCT 365: Fraud Examination and Investigation -- 3.00 credits
CJUS 491: Applied Criminal Justice -- 3.00 credits
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CJUS 497: Student Initiated Seminar -- 1.00 - 3.00 credits
CJUS 499: Individualized Research -- 1.00 - 3.00 credits
Certificate Programs
The Legal Studies program collaborates with the Center for Continuing Education in offering three certificate programs. Students who are seeking degrees may
also complete certificate requirements as part of their elective credits toward a degree. Non-degree-seeking students may seek the certificates through Center
for Continuing Education. Completion and awarding of these two certificates are coordinated through the Center for Continuing Education. Contact the Center
for Continuing Education for more information at [email protected].
Paralegal Certificate requirements
30 total credits
Required courses (18 credits required):
LSTU 115: Law and Human Behavior -- 3.00 credits
LSTU 117: Paralegalism and Ethics -- 3.00 credits
LSTU 220: Civil Procedure -- 3.00 credits
LSTU 305: Methods of Legal Research and Writing -- 3.00 credits
LSTU 306: Methods of Legal Writing and Argumentation -- 3.00 credits
LSTU 485: Internship -- 3.00 credits
Substantive Law courses (6 credits required):
LSTU 221: Administrative Law -- 2.00 credits
LSTU 223: Family Law -- 2.00 credits
LSTU 224: Personal Injury Litigation -- 2.00 credits
LSTU 228: Contract Law -- 2.00 credits
Procedural Law courses (3 credits required):
LSTU 210: Criminal Procedure -- 3.00 credits
LSTU 211: Criminal Law -- 3.00 credits
CJUS 212: Criminal Investigations -- 3.00 credits
Skills Development courses (3 credits required):
LSTU 261: Contemporary Issues in Law and Society -- 3.00 credits
LSTU 268: Alternative Dispute Resolution -- 3.00 credits
Mediation Certificate requirements
6 total credits
Required courses (6 credits required):
MEDI 241: Ethics and State Regulation of Mediation -- 1.00 credits
MEDI 471: Family Law Mediation -- 3.00 credits
MEDI 472: Civil Law Mediation -- 2.00 credits
Criminal Justice Paralegal requirements
29 credits
Required core courses (14 credits):
LSTU 115: Law and Human Behavior -- 3.00 credits
LSTU 117: Paralegalism and Ethics -- 3.00 credits
LSTU 305: Methods of Legal Research and Writing -- 3.00 credits
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LSTU 306: Methods of Legal Writing and Argumentation -- 3.00 credits
LSTU 223: Family Law -- 2.00 credits
Required CJ concentrated courses (9 credits):
LSTU 210: Criminal Procedure -- 3.00 credits
LSTU 211: Criminal Law -- 3.00 credits
CJUS 212: Criminal Investigations -- 3.00 credits
Required skills courses (6 credits):
LSTU 261: Contemporary Issues in Law and Society -- 3.00 credits
CJUS 491: Applied Criminal Justice -- 3.00 credits
Internship Capstone Experience (with a special addition analysis section related to paralegal opportunities in the student's CJUS internship placement) -3
credits
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Mathematics
Faculty and Academic Staff
Mathematics Program
Mathematics Major Requirements
Mathematics Minor Requirements
Mathematics Teaching Major - Early Adolescence-Adolescence Level (EA-A) Grades 4-12 Requirements
Mathematics Teaching Minor -- Early Adolescence-Adolescence Level (EA-A) Grades 4-12 Requirements
Student Learning Outcomes
Faculty and Academic Staff
Scott, Chad - Professor
Bezroukov, Sergei - Professor
Kahler, Heather - Senior Lecturer
Khoroosi, Hossain - Senior Lecturer
Lynch, Shaun M. - Professor
Rosenberg, Steven J. - Professor and Departmennt Chair
Toscano, Marilyn - Senior Lecturer
Totushek, Jon - Assistant Professor
Tucker, Shin-Ping - Professor
Mathematics Program
Courses are offered in Computer Science and Mathematics. The curriculum provides fundamental courses as well as a variety of electives for those with special
interests. Students may choose a major that prepares them for a career and/or graduate study in Computer Science, Mathematics or Mathematics Education.
Students also can pursue a career in Actuarial Science or Computer Security with appropriate choices of elective courses. More details on programs offered by
the Mathematics and Computer Science Department are presented below and at www.uwsuper.edu/acaddept/mathcsci.
Mathematics major programs include Liberal Arts and Secondary Education. Mathematics minor programs include Liberal Arts, Secondary Education and
Elementary Education. All major programs permit choices of courses appropriate to individual interests, which should be made in consultation with a
Mathematics and Computer Science department advisor.
Preparation for Graduate Study
Students who intend to do graduate work in mathematics should include both MATH 440 and 455 in their course selections when completing one of the major
programs above. Many graduate schools require the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) Advanced Mathematics Test.
Actuarial Science
Students of Mathematics can find a rewarding career as an actuary in finance, insurance or any of a wide variety of industries requiring risk analysis and
assessment. These courses are recommended: MATH 240, 241, 242, 310, 370, 371; ECON 250, 251; FIN 320, 420, 426; ACCT 200. In general, students
should take a broad spectrum of courses in Accounting, Economics, Political Science, Finance and Business Administration as well as Mathematics and
Computer Science.
Internship and Professional Practice
Students who major in programs offered by the Mathematics and Computer Science Department have opportunities for paid work related to their field of study.
Prerequisite: Junior standing and approval by the Mathematics and Computer Science faculty.
Mathematics Major Requirements
Mathematics Major (Liberal Arts) prepares students for careers in mathematics, science and research, or for graduate study.
36 total credits
Core required courses (22 credits required):
CSCI 201: Introduction to Programming -- 3.00 credits
MATH 240: Calculus and Analytic Geometry I -- 4.00 credits
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MATH 241: Calculus and Analytic Geometry II -- 4.00 credits
MATH 242: Calculus and Analytic Geometry III -- 4.00 credits
MATH 310: Introduction to Abstract Mathematics -- 3.00 credits
MATH 315: Linear Algebra -- 3.00 credits
MATH 498: Mathematics Capstone -- 1.00 credits
Probability, Statistics or Modeling required course (3 credits required):
MATH 370: Probability -- 3.00 credits
MATH 371: Statistics -- 4.00 credits
MATH 380: Introduction to Mathematical Modeling -- 4.00 credits
Advanced Topics required courses (8 credits required):
MATH 421: Theory of Computation -- 4.00 credits
MATH 437: Cryptography -- 4.00 credits
MATH 440: Real Analysis -- 4.00 credits
MATH 450: Topology -- 4.00 credits
MATH 455: Abstract Algebra -- 4.00 credits
MATH 471: Introduction to Complex Variables -- 4.00 credits
Math Upper-Division Elective course (3 credits required):
At least one additional MATH course numbered 300 or above.
Mathematics Minor Requirements
21 total credits
Math required courses (11 credits required):
MATH 240: Calculus and Analytic Geometry I -- 4.00 credits
MATH 241: Calculus and Analytic Geometry II -- 4.00 credits
MATH 310: Introduction to Abstract Mathematics -- 3.00 credits
Computer Science required course (3 credits required):
CSCI 170: Programming and Technology for the Teaching of Mathematics -- 3.00 credits
CSCI 201: Introduction to Programming -- 3.00 credits
Math Elective courses (7 credits required):
MATH 242: Calculus and Analytic Geometry III -- 4.00 credits
or
Mathematics courses numbered 300 or above.
Mathematics Teaching Major - Early Adolescence-Adolescence Level
(EA-A) Grades 4-12 Requirements
35 total credits
Due to pending licensure program approvals by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI), Mathematics Teaching Major-Early
Adolescence-Adolescence Level (EA-A) Grades 4-12 program requirements are subject to change for students entering Fall 2019. Students affected by
approved changes which occur in the 2019-2021 catalog will be formally notified by the UW-Superior Educator Preparation Program.
Math required courses (24 credits required):
CSCI 170: Programming and Technology for the Teaching of Mathematics -- 3.00 credits
MATH 240: Calculus and Analytic Geometry I -- 4.00 credits
MATH 241: Calculus and Analytic Geometry II -- 4.00 credits
MATH 242: Calculus and Analytic Geometry III -- 4.00 credits
MATH 310: Introduction to Abstract Mathematics -- 3.00 credits
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MATH 315: Linear Algebra -- 3.00 credits
MATH 362: Topics In Geometry -- 3.00 credits
Special Topic required course (4 credits required):
MATH 320: Discrete Structures -- 4.00 credits
MATH 344: Differential Equations -- 4.00 credits
Statistics/Probability required course (3 credits required):
MATH 370: Probability -- 3.00 credits
MATH 371: Statistics -- 4.00 credits
Advanced Level Mathematics required course (4 credits required):
MATH 421: Theory of Computation -- 4.00 credits
MATH 437: Cryptography -- 4.00 credits
MATH 440: Real Analysis -- 4.00 credits
MATH 450: Topology -- 4.00 credits
MATH 455: Abstract Algebra -- 4.00 credits
MATH 471: Introduction to Complex Variables -- 4.00 credits
Math Education required courses (4 credits required):
MTHED 339: Secondary Methods in Mathematics Education -- 3.00 credits
MTHED 305: Tutoring Practicum -- 1.00 - 3.00 credits
All EA-A Grades 4-12 licensure students must also meet the Professional Education Requirements as outlined in the Teacher Education Certification section of
this catalog. Students will also be required to maintain a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA in their math content courses before being placed for student teaching;
otherwise, the students will be required to pass a subject specific Praxis II exam designated by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.
Mathematics Teaching Minor -- Early Adolescence-Adolescence Level
(EA-A) Grades 4-12 Requirements
Due to pending licensure program approvals by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI), Mathematics Teaching Minor-Early
Adolescence-Adolescence Level (EA-A) Grades 4-12 program requirements are subject to change for students entering Fall 2019. Students affected by
approved changes which occur in the 2019-2021 catalog will be formally notified by the UW-Superior Educator Preparation Program.
24 total credits
Math required courses (21 credits required):
CSCI 170: Programming and Technology for the Teaching of Mathematics -- 3.00 credits
MATH 240: Calculus and Analytic Geometry I -- 4.00 credits
MATH 241: Calculus and Analytic Geometry II -- 4.00 credits
MATH 242: Calculus and Analytic Geometry III -- 4.00 credits
MATH 310: Introduction to Abstract Mathematics -- 3.00 credits
MATH 362: Topics In Geometry -- 3.00 credits
Math Elective courses (3 credits required):
MATH 315: Linear Algebra -- 3.00 credits
MATH 370: Probability -- 3.00 credits
MATH 371: Statistics -- 4.00 credits
Math Education required course (4 credits required):
MTHED 339: Secondary Methods in Mathematics Education -- 3.00 credits
MTHED 305: Tutoring Practicum -- 1.00 - 3.00 credits
All EA-A Grades 4-12 licensure students must also meet the Professional Education Requirements as outlined in the Teacher Education Certification section of
this catalog. Students will also be required to maintain a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA in their math content courses before being placed for student teaching;
otherwise, the students will be required to pass a subject specific Praxis II exam designated by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.
Student Learning Outcomes
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Mathematics Major
Applies an appropriate formal process (or formal language) to write a solution to a given problem and to evaluate the validity and effectiveness of a
given written solution.
Solves multi-part problems by performing appropriate analysis and complex calculations.
Demonstrates fluency in the definitions, results, analysis, and reasoning of a given axiomatically defined system.
Produces a well-written article synthesizing existing results or providing original results spanning multiple areas of mathematics.
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Music
Faculty and Staff
Cooperating Academic Staff
Music Degrees
Music: Bachelor of Music Education Degree (B.M.E.)
Music: Bachelor of Music Education
Music: Bachelor of Music Education: Choral/General
Music: Bachelor of Music Education: Instrumental/General
Music: Bachelor of Music in Performance: Instrumental (Non-Keyboard)
Music: Bachelor of Music in Performance: Keyboard
Music: Bachelor of Music in Performance: Voice
Music: Bachelor of Music in Performance Degree (B.M.)
Music: Bachelor of Music in Performance: Instrumental (Non-Keyboard)
Music: Bachelor of Music in Performance: Keyboard
Music: Bachelor of Music in Performance: Voice
Music: Bachelor of Arts in Music (B.A.)
Music Minor
Accreditation
Student Learning Goals
Graduation Requirements
Admission Requirements
Mission and Purposes
Faculty and Staff
Dr. Erin Aldridge, Professor (Orchestra, Violin)
Dr. Pamela Bustos, Associate Professor (Band, Clarinet, Music Education)
Dr. Vicki Fingalson, Associate Professor (Voice, Opera Workshop)
Dr. Michael Fuchs, Assistant Professor (Choir, Music Education)
Dr. Lois Veenhoven Guderian, Associate Professor (Music Education Coordinator)
Dr. Brett Jones, Professor (Percussion, Music Department Chair)
Dr. Greg Kehl Moore, Professor (Jazz Studies, Saxophone)
Dr. Hector Landa, Assistant Professor (Piano)
Dr. E. Beth Gilbert, Professor Emeritus
Dr. Norma Stevlingson, Professor Emeritus
Zoë Scherer, Department Program Associate
Cooperating Academic Staff
Dennis Berryhill, Senior Lecturer (Piano Technology)
Dr. Derek Bromme, Senior Lecturer (Low Brass)
Ian Deterling, Lecturer (Music Technology)
Kimberlie Dillon, Senior Lecturer (Oboe)
Dr. Thomas Hamilton, Senior Lecturer (Organ)
Kevin Hoeschen, Senior Lecturer (Viola)
Dr. Betsy Husby, Senior Lecturer (Cello)
Jacob Jonker, Lecturer (Guitar)
Dr. Jeffrey Madison, Senior Lecturer (Voice)
Deborah Rausch, Senior Lecturer (French Horn)
Michael Roemhildt, Senior Lecturer (Bassoon)
Earl Salemink, Senior Lecturer (Trumpet)
Alexander Sandor, Senior Lecturer (Piano)
Melanie Sever, Senior Lecturer (Flute)
Music Degrees
The Music Department offers curricula leading to the following degrees:
Bachelor of Music Education (B.M.E.)
Bachelor of Music Education -- This program prepares students to teach PK-12 Music
Bachelor of Music Education: Choral/General -- Completion of program and Wisconsin DPI requirements for this degree leads to EC-A licensure in
Choral and General Music in the state of Wisconsin
Bachelor of Music Education: Instrumental/General -- Completion of program and Wisconsin DPT requirements for this degree leads to EC-A licensure
in Instrumental and General Music in the state of Wisconsin.
Upon completion of the program, students may also apply for licensure in other states.
*Notice: Due to pending licensure program approvals by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI), program requirements are subject to change for
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Educator Prepation Program.
Bachelor of Music in Performance (B.M.)
Bachelor of Music in Performance: Instrumental (Non-keyboard)
Bachelor of Music in Performance: Keyboard
Bachelor of Music in Performance: Voice
All Bachelor of Music in Performance degrees are comprehensive, meaning a minor is not required.
Bachelor of Arts in Music (B.A.)
A minor is required for completion of the Bachelor of Arts in Music degree.
Music: Bachelor of Music Education Degree (B.M.E.)
The Bachelor of Music Education degree allows students interested in a career as music educators the opportunity to hone their musical skills while learning and
practicing innovative and research-based teaching strategies under the direction of experienced faculty. All Bachelor of Music Education degrees are
comprehensive, meaning a minor is not required. This degree prepares students to teach PK-12 music.
Music: Bachelor of Music Education
134 total credits required (including University Studies)
*Notice: Due to pending licensure program approvals by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI), program requirements are subject to
change for students entering Fall 2019. Students affected by any approved changes which occur in the 2019-2021 catalog will be formally notified by the
UW-Superior Educator Preparation Program.
Music Required courses (62 minimum):
MUSI 200: Music Technology -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 161: Music and World Culture -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 171: Ear Training I -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 172: Ear Training II -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 173: Theory I -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 174: Theory II -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 271: Ear Training III -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 272: Ear Training IV -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 273: Theory III -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 274: Theory IV -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 362: Music History I -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 363: Music History II -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 380: Conducting I -- 2.00 credits
MUSI 390: Conducting II -- 1.00 credits
MUSED 165: Introduction to Music Education -- 1.00 credits
MUSED 370: General Music Methods -- 3.00 credits
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MUSED 371: Choral Methods and Literature -- 3.00 credits
MUSED 372: Instrumental Methods and Literature -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 374: Orchestration -- 2.00 credits
MUSI 141: Woodwind Techniques -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 143: Percussion Techniques -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 241: Brass Techniques -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 243: String Techniques -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 395: Half Recital -- 1.00 credits
Applied Music: Major Instrument -- 12 credits (must enroll every semester in the program and must include 4 credits at the 300 level)
Large ensemble (MUSI 110/310, 112/312, 114/314 -- 4 credits (must enroll every semester in the program)
MUSI 150 Concert/Recital Class -- 0 credits (must pass eight semesters and must enroll every semester in the program)
Pass piano proficiency exam (must pass at least 1 semester prior to student teaching)
University Studies courses in the BME (36 other USP credits required):
Humanities - World Language, Culture, and Philosophy (3 credits):
Fulfilled through MUSI 161 - Music and World Culture
Fine and Applied Arts -- Aesthetic Experience (3 credits):
Fulfilled through music ensemble requirement
Teacher Education required course (28 credits required):
T ED 100: Orientation to Teacher Education -- 1.00 credits
T ED 200: Introduction to Education -- 3.00 credits
T ED 270: Multicultural Education -- 3.00 credits
T ED 300: Theories of Student Learning -- 3.00 credits
ENGED 465: Content Area Literacy -- 3.00 credits
T ED 394: Principles and Practices of Inclusive Teaching -- 3.00 credits
T ED 443: Student Teaching in Special Areas-Early Childhood-Adolescence (4-18) -- 6.00 - 12.00 credits
Choose either Choral or Instrumental emphasis:
Choral:
MUSI 370: Vocal Pedagogy -- 2.00 credits
MUSI 145: English and Italian Diction -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 146: French and German Diction -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 107/307: UWS Singers (minor ensemble) -- 2.00 credits
Applied Minor (two semesters of 1 credit each) -- 2.00 credits
Instrumental:
MUSI 140: Vocal Techniques -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 367: Marching Band Techniques -- 1.00 credits
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MUSI 379: Jazz Band Techniques -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 139: Applied Music-Voice -- 1.00 - 2.00 credits
Applied minor (two semesters at 1 credit each must be taken on an instrument outside of the student's major instrument family) -- 2.00 credits.
Minor Ensemble (MUSI 104, 105, 106, 108, 115, 118). Must enroll two semesters and use primary instrument -- 2.00 credits.
Music: Bachelor of Music Education: Choral/General
134 total credits required (including University Studies)
*Notice: Due to pending licensure program approvals by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI), program requirements are subject to
change for students entering Fall 2019. Students affected by any approved changes which occur in the 2019-2021 catalog will be formally notified by the
UW-Superior Educator Preparation Program.
Music required courses (68 credits minimum):
MUSI 145: English and Italian Diction -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 171: Ear Training I -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 172: Ear Training II -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 173: Theory I -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 174: Theory II -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 271: Ear Training III -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 272: Ear Training IV -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 273: Theory III -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 274: Theory IV -- 3.00 credits
[[MUSI 264]] [[MUSI 364]]
MUSI 365: Music History III -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 200: Music Technology -- 1.00 credits
MUSED 165: Introduction to Music Education -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 161: Music and World Culture -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 372: Counterpoint -- 2.00 credits
MUSED 369: Choral Pedagogy and Literature -- 2.00 credits
MUSI 370: Vocal Pedagogy -- 2.00 credits
MUSI 380: Conducting I -- 2.00 credits
MUSI 381: Conducting II -- 2.00 credits
MUSI 395: Half Recital -- 1.00 credits
MUSED 382: Elementary General Music Methods -- 2.00 credits
MUSED 384: Secondary Choral Methods -- 2.00 credits
MUSED 386: Secondary General Music Methods -- 2.00 credits
Applied Music: Major Instrument (voice or keyboard) --12 credits (must enroll every semester in the program and must include 4 credits above
the 300 level)
Applied Music: Secondary Instrument (keyboard or voice) -- 3 credits (three semesters at 1 credit each)
Large ensemble (MUSI 110/310) -- 4 credits (must enroll every semester in the program)
Small ensemble (MUSI 107/307) -- 2 credits
MUSI 150 Concert/Recital Class -- 0 credits (must pass eight semesters and must enroll every semester in the program)
Pass piano proficiency exam prior to student teaching
General Education/University Studies courses required (39 credits required):
Knowledge Categories: Humanities (9 credits required):
World Language, Culture, and Philosophy (3 credits required):
Must choose MUSI 161 Music and World Culture (3 credits)
Fine and Applied Arts (6 credits required):
Art History, Criticism, and Appreciation (3 credits).
MUSI 160 - Music Appreciation - cannot fulfill this University Studies
requirement for music majors.
Teacher Education required courses (30 credits required):
T ED 200: Introduction to Education -- 3.00 credits
T ED 253: Human Development -- 3.00 credits
T ED 270: Multicultural Education -- 3.00 credits
T ED 300: Theories of Student Learning -- 3.00 credits
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T ED 394: Principles and Practices of Inclusive Teaching -- 3.00 credits
T ED 443: Student Teaching in Special Areas-Early Childhood-Adolescence (4-18) -- 6.00 - 12.00 credits
ENGED 465: Content Area Literacy -- 3.00 credits
Music: Bachelor of Music Education: Instrumental/General
135 total credits required (including University Studies)
*Notice: Due to pending licensure program approvals by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI), program requirements are subject to
change for students entering Fall 2019. Students affected by any approved changes which occur in the 2019-2021 catalog will be formally notified by the
UW-Superior Educator Preparation Program.
Music required courses (69 credits minimum):
MUSI 171: Ear Training I -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 172: Ear Training II -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 173: Theory I -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 174: Theory II -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 271: Ear Training III -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 272: Ear Training IV -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 273: Theory III -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 274: Theory IV -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 374: Orchestration -- 2.00 credits
[[MUSI 264]] [[MUSI 364]]
MUSI 365: Music History III -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 200: Music Technology -- 1.00 credits
MUSED 165: Introduction to Music Education -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 161: Music and World Culture -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 140: Vocal Techniques -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 141: Woodwind Techniques -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 143: Percussion Techniques -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 241: Brass Techniques -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 243: String Techniques -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 367: Marching Band Techniques -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 379: Jazz Band Techniques -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 380: Conducting I -- 2.00 credits
MUSI 381: Conducting II -- 2.00 credits
MUSI 395: Half Recital -- 1.00 credits
MUSED 382: Elementary General Music Methods -- 2.00 credits
MUSED 385: Instrumental Methods -- 2.00 credits
MUSED 386: Secondary General Music Methods -- 2.00 credits
MUSED 388: Secondary Band and Orchestra Literature -- 2.00 credits
Applied Music: Major Instrument --12 credits (must enroll every semester in the program and must include 4 credits above the 300 level)
Applied Music: Secondary Instrument -- 2 credits (two semesters of 1 credit each must be taken on an instrument outside the student's major
instrument family--the only exception is string majors who may select another stringed instrument)
Large ensemble (MUSI 112/312 OR MUSI 114/314) -- 4 credits (must enroll every semester in the program using their primary instrument)
Small ensemble (MUSI 104, 105, 106, 108, 115) -- 0 credits (must enroll two semesters and use primary instrument)
MUSI 150 Concert/Recital Class -- 0 credits (must pass eight semesters and must enroll every semester in the program)
Pass piano proficiency exam prior to student teaching
General Education/University Studies courses (39 credits required):
Knowledge Categories: Humanities (9 credits required):
World Language, Culture, and Philosophy (3 credits required):
Must choose MUSI 161 Music and World Culture (3 credits)
Fine and Applied Arts (6 credits required):
Art History, Criticism, and Appreciation (3 credits):
MUSI 160 - Music Appreciation - cannot fulfill this University
Studies requirement for music majors.
Teacher Education required courses (30 credits required):
T ED 200: Introduction to Education -- 3.00 credits
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T ED 253: Human Development -- 3.00 credits
T ED 270: Multicultural Education -- 3.00 credits
T ED 300: Theories of Student Learning -- 3.00 credits
T ED 394: Principles and Practices of Inclusive Teaching -- 3.00 credits
T ED 443: Student Teaching in Special Areas-Early Childhood-Adolescence (4-18) -- 6.00 - 12.00 credits
ENGED 465: Content Area Literacy -- 3.00 credits
Music: Bachelor of Music in Performance: Instrumental (Non-Keyboard)
120 total credits required (including University Studies courses)
Music required courses (71 credits minimum):
MUSI 200: Music Technology -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 161: Music and World Culture -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 171: Ear Training I -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 172: Ear Training II -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 173: Theory I -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 174: Theory II -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 271: Ear Training III -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 272: Ear Training IV -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 273: Theory III -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 274: Theory IV -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 362: Music History I -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 363: Music History II -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 374: Orchestration -- 2.00 credits
MUSI 380: Conducting I -- 2.00 credits
MUSI 390: Conducting II -- 1.00 credits
Choose two credits from the following:
MUSI 275: Composition -- 1.00 credits
OR
MUSI 192: Jazz Improvisation -- 1.00 credits
Applied Music: Major Instrument -- 24-30 credits (4 credits per semester upon acceptance as performance major; 16 credits must be at the
400 level. Must enroll every semester in program)
Large Ensemble (MUSI 112/312 OR MUSI 114/314) -- 6 credits ( must enroll every semester in the program)
Small Ensemble (MUSI 104-106, 108, 109, 111, 115, 118) -- 4 credits
Repertory/Pedagogy (MUSI 351, 352, 355, 357) -- 1 credit
MUSI 150 Concert/Recital Class -- 0 credits (must pass eight semesters and must enroll every semester in the program)
Pass piano proficiency exam (must pass at least 1 semester prior to graduation)
MUSI 395: Half Recital -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 495: Full Recital -- 2.00 credits
Music: Bachelor of Music in Performance: Keyboard
120 total credits required (including University Studies courses)
Music required courses (73-81 credits minimum):
MUSI 161: Music and World Culture -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 171: Ear Training I -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 172: Ear Training II -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 173: Theory I -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 174: Theory II -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 271: Ear Training III -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 272: Ear Training IV -- 1.00 credits
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MUSI 272: Ear Training IV -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 273: Theory III -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 274: Theory IV -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 362: Music History I -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 363: Music History II -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 200: Music Technology -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 380: Conducting I -- 2.00 credits
MUSI 390: Conducting II -- 1.00 credits
Applied Music: Major Instrument (piano or organ) -- 24-30 credits (4 credits per semester upon acceptance as performance major; 16
credits must be at the 400 level and must enroll every semester in program)
Applied Music: Secondary Instrument (organ or piano) (MUSI 136 or 137) -- 2 credits (two semesters at 1 credit each)
Large Ensemble (MUSI 110/310, 112/312, OR MUSI 114/314) -- 6 credits ( must enroll every semester in the program)
Small Ensemble (MUSI 115/315 of MUSI 107/307) -- 1 credit
MUSI 150 Concert/Recital Class -- 0 credits (must pass eight semesters and must enroll every semester in the program)
MUSI 395: Half Recital -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 495: Full Recital -- 2.00 credits
MUSI 191: Keyboard Accompanying -- 1.00 credits
Or
MUSI 391: Collaborative Keyboard -- 1.00 credits
-- total for MUSI 191/391 is 2 credits (two semesters at 1 credit each)
[[MUSI 187]]
MUSI 394: Piano Technology -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 153: Piano Repertory I -- 1.00 credits
Or
MUSI 353: Piano Repertory -- 1.00 credits
-- total for MUSI 153/353 is 4 credits (four semesters at 1 credit each)
Organ performance only:
MUSI 154: Organ Repertory/Pedagogy -- 1.00 credits
Or
MUSI 354: Organ Repertory -- 1.00 credits
-- total for MUSI 154/354 is 2 credits (two semesters at 1 credit each)
Music: Bachelor of Music in Performance: Voice
120 total credits required (including University Studies courses)
Music required courses (80 credits minimum):
MUSI 161: Music and World Culture -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 145: English and Italian Diction -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 146: French and German Diction -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 171: Ear Training I -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 172: Ear Training II -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 173: Theory I -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 174: Theory II -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 271: Ear Training III -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 272: Ear Training IV -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 273: Theory III -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 274: Theory IV -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 362: Music History I -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 363: Music History II -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 200: Music Technology -- 1.00 credits
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MUSI 370: Vocal Pedagogy -- 2.00 credits
MUSI 356: Vocal Repertory -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 380: Conducting I -- 2.00 credits
MUSI 390: Conducting II -- 1.00 credits
Applied Music: Voice -- 24-30 credits (4 credits per semester upon acceptance as performance major; 16 credits of MUSI 439 and must
enroll every semester in program).
Large Ensemble (MUSI 110/310) -- 6 credits (must enroll every semester in program)
Small Ensemble (MUSI 317 OR MUSI 307 -- 4 credits (one credit MUST be MUSI 317)
MUSI 150 Concert/Recital Class -- 0 credits (must pass eight semesters and must enroll every semester in the program)
Pass piano proficiency exam (must pass at least 1 semester prior to graduation)
MUSI 395: Half Recital -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 495: Full Recital -- 2.00 credits
Additional requirements (9 credits):
World Language (choose from Spanish or French) - 6 credits
(transfer credits in German or Italian also accepted)
COMM 125: Acting for the Stage -- 3.00 credits
Music: Bachelor of Music in Performance Degree (B.M.)
The Bachelor of Music in Performance degree is intended for highly qualified students who are capable of pursuing advanced studies beyond a baccalaureate
degree and/or a professional career in music. Enrollment is contingent upon a special performance jury that occurs no earlier than the end of the first semester
of study. This special performance jury must also be passed for a student transferring into the Bachelor of Music degree program from another degree program
or from another institution. The Bachelor of Music in Performance degree is comprehensive, meaning that a minor is not required.
Music: Bachelor of Music in Performance: Instrumental (Non-Keyboard)
120 total credits required (including University Studies courses)
Music required courses (71 credits minimum):
MUSI 200: Music Technology -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 161: Music and World Culture -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 171: Ear Training I -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 172: Ear Training II -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 173: Theory I -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 174: Theory II -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 271: Ear Training III -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 272: Ear Training IV -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 273: Theory III -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 274: Theory IV -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 362: Music History I -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 363: Music History II -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 374: Orchestration -- 2.00 credits
MUSI 380: Conducting I -- 2.00 credits
MUSI 390: Conducting II -- 1.00 credits
Choose two credits from the following:
MUSI 275: Composition -- 1.00 credits
OR
MUSI 192: Jazz Improvisation -- 1.00 credits
Applied Music: Major Instrument -- 24-30 credits (4 credits per semester upon acceptance as performance major; 16 credits must be at the 400
level. Must enroll every semester in program)
Large Ensemble (MUSI 112/312 OR MUSI 114/314) -- 6 credits ( must enroll every semester in the program)
Small Ensemble (MUSI 104-106, 108, 109, 111, 115, 118) -- 4 credits
Repertory/Pedagogy (MUSI 351, 352, 355, 357) -- 1 credit
MUSI 150 Concert/Recital Class -- 0 credits (must pass eight semesters and must enroll every semester in the program)
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Pass piano proficiency exam (must pass at least 1 semester prior to graduation)
MUSI 395: Half Recital -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 495: Full Recital -- 2.00 credits
Music: Bachelor of Music in Performance: Keyboard
120 total credits required (including University Studies courses)
Music required courses (73-81 credits minimum):
MUSI 161: Music and World Culture -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 171: Ear Training I -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 172: Ear Training II -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 173: Theory I -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 174: Theory II -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 271: Ear Training III -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 272: Ear Training IV -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 273: Theory III -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 274: Theory IV -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 362: Music History I -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 363: Music History II -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 200: Music Technology -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 380: Conducting I -- 2.00 credits
MUSI 390: Conducting II -- 1.00 credits
Applied Music: Major Instrument (piano or organ) -- 24-30 credits (4 credits per semester upon acceptance as performance major; 16 credits
must be at the 400 level and must enroll every semester in program)
Applied Music: Secondary Instrument (organ or piano) (MUSI 136 or 137) -- 2 credits (two semesters at 1 credit each)
Large Ensemble (MUSI 110/310, 112/312, OR MUSI 114/314) -- 6 credits ( must enroll every semester in the program)
Small Ensemble (MUSI 115/315 of MUSI 107/307) -- 1 credit
MUSI 150 Concert/Recital Class -- 0 credits (must pass eight semesters and must enroll every semester in the program)
MUSI 395: Half Recital -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 495: Full Recital -- 2.00 credits
MUSI 191: Keyboard Accompanying -- 1.00 credits
Or
MUSI 391: Collaborative Keyboard -- 1.00 credits
-- total for MUSI 191/391 is 2 credits (two semesters at 1 credit each)
[[MUSI 187]]
MUSI 394: Piano Technology -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 153: Piano Repertory I -- 1.00 credits
Or
MUSI 353: Piano Repertory -- 1.00 credits
-- total for MUSI 153/353 is 4 credits (four semesters at 1 credit each)
Organ performance only:
MUSI 154: Organ Repertory/Pedagogy -- 1.00 credits
Or
MUSI 354: Organ Repertory -- 1.00 credits
-- total for MUSI 154/354 is 2 credits (two semesters at 1 credit each)
Music: Bachelor of Music in Performance: Voice
120 total credits required (including University Studies courses)
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120 total credits required (including University Studies courses)
Music required courses (80 credits minimum):
MUSI 161: Music and World Culture -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 145: English and Italian Diction -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 146: French and German Diction -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 171: Ear Training I -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 172: Ear Training II -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 173: Theory I -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 174: Theory II -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 271: Ear Training III -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 272: Ear Training IV -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 273: Theory III -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 274: Theory IV -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 362: Music History I -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 363: Music History II -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 200: Music Technology -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 370: Vocal Pedagogy -- 2.00 credits
MUSI 356: Vocal Repertory -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 380: Conducting I -- 2.00 credits
MUSI 390: Conducting II -- 1.00 credits
Applied Music: Voice -- 24-30 credits (4 credits per semester upon acceptance as performance major; 16 credits of MUSI 439 and must enroll
every semester in program).
Large Ensemble (MUSI 110/310) -- 6 credits (must enroll every semester in program)
Small Ensemble (MUSI 317 OR MUSI 307 -- 4 credits (one credit MUST be MUSI 317)
MUSI 150 Concert/Recital Class -- 0 credits (must pass eight semesters and must enroll every semester in the program)
Pass piano proficiency exam (must pass at least 1 semester prior to graduation)
MUSI 395: Half Recital -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 495: Full Recital -- 2.00 credits
Additional requirements (9 credits):
World Language (choose from Spanish or French) - 6 credits
(transfer credits in German or Italian also accepted)
COMM 125: Acting for the Stage -- 3.00 credits
Music: Bachelor of Arts in Music (B.A.)
The Bachelor of Arts in Music degree allows you to learn about music within the context of a broad liberal arts education. Please note that the Bachelor of Arts
Music degree requires a minor.
120 total credits required (including University Studies courses)
Music required courses (46 credits minimum):
MUSI 161: Music and World Culture -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 171: Ear Training I -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 172: Ear Training II -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 173: Theory I -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 174: Theory II -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 271: Ear Training III -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 272: Ear Training IV -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 273: Theory III -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 274: Theory IV -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 362: Music History I -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 363: Music History II -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 200: Music Technology -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 498: Music Capstone Experience -- 0.00 credits
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Choose four credits from the following:
MUSI 162: Songwriting -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 192: Jazz Improvisation -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 275: Composition -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 374: Orchestration -- 2.00 credits
MUSI 380: Conducting I -- 2.00 credits
MUSI 370: Vocal Pedagogy -- 2.00 credits
MUSI 351: Brass Repertory/Pedagogy -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 352: Woodwind Repertory/Pedagogy -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 354: Organ Repertory -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 355: String Repertory/Pedagogy -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 356: Vocal Repertory -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 357: Percussion Repertory/Pedagogy -- 1.00 credits
[[MUSI 187]]
MUSI 394: Piano Technology -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 391: Collaborative Keyboard -- 1.00 credits
COMM 397: Digital Audio Recording and Production -- 3.00 credits
Applied Major: Major Instrument -- 12 credits (two credits per semester; 2 credits must be at the 300 level and must enroll every semester in program).
Large ensemble (MUSI 110/310, 112/312 OR 114/314) -- 4 credits (must enroll every semester in program)
MUSI 150 Concert/Recital Class -- 0 credits (must pass eight semesters and must enroll every semester in the program)
Pass piano proficiency exam (must pass at least 1 semester prior to graduation)
Students must also satisfy the world or indigenous language requirement for the Bachelor of Arts degree (3-6 credits required):
Music Minor
22 total credits required
Music courses required (22 credits minimum):
MUSI 160: Music Appreciation -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 161: Music and World Culture -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 171: Ear Training I -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 172: Ear Training II -- 1.00 credits
MUSI 173: Theory I -- 3.00 credits
MUSI 174: Theory II -- 3.00 credits
Applied Music 120-139-- 4 credits on same instrument.
Large ensemble (MUSI 110/310, MUSI 112/312 or MUSI 114/314) - 4 credits (4 semesters at 1 credit each)
MUSI 150: Concert/Recital Class -- 0.00 credits
NOTE: MUSI 150-Recital Class-(must pass four semesters) - 0 credit
Other requirements:
Piano proficiency equivalent to MUSI 103.
Completion of a major.
Completion of the General Education/University Studies requirements.
Electives to complete the 120-credit requirement (may include additional music courses.)
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Accreditation
All degree programs in Music are fully accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM).
Student Learning Goals
Music majors In all degree programs will:
Develop the ability to perform music at a high level of mastery in styles most characteristic of the repertory of their major instrument.1.
Successfully participate and perform in music ensembles, demonstrating knowledge of the role of the conductor, composer, performer, and audience.2.
Recognize and analyze the formal and theoretical elements of music both aurally and within the notated musical scores.3.
Relate social, philosophical, technological and artistic developments to music in various time periods.4.
Evaluate musical performances with insight into the performance practices of various genres5.
Additionally, Bachelor of Music Education students will:
Demonstrate the ability to plan and implement sequentially-ordered comprehensive curriculum and music instruction based on a personal philosophy
and the physical, psychological and emotional development of children grades Pre-K-12, and in adherance to national and state standards, and local
needs
1.
Demonstrate understanding in available materials, equipment, and computer technology and software for teaching in the schools2.
Demonstrate knowledge of common approaches to music education practiced in Wisconsin and the United States3.
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding in how to assess student learning in music4.
Demonstrate proficiency levels on instruments that support the primary teaching area5.
Conduct ensemble configurations common to particular degree programs (choral, instrumental, general) using techniques appropriate to musical forms
and styles, demonstrating ability to analyze ensemble performances and assist performers of various age groups in achieving accurate and artistic
interpretations of the music
6.
Demonstrate skills for adapting, arranging and/or transposing music in order to meet the needs of school music programs7.
Demonstrate understanding in the organizational and administrative aspects of the school music program8.
Graduation Requirements
All students majoring in music or music education must satisfy the following requirements:
Complete the sequence of courses for one of the degree programs listed below with a grade of C- or better in each music course required for the major,
and a minimum grade point average of 2.5. Grades in applied music, ensembles and repertory classes will be excluded when computing this average.
For music minors to move forward in sequential music courses, a C- or better must be earned.
1.
Pass the piano proficiency examination one semester prior to graduation, or before student teaching if majoring in music education. Students with
credits in MUSI 236, 237, 336, 337 436, 437 are exempt from this requirement.
2.
Participate in a large ensemble each semester enrolled except during student teaching. The large ensembles are Symphonic Band (for woodwind,
brass and percussion as their applied major instrument), and A Cappella Choir (for students studying voice as their applied major instrument). Students
studying keyboard or guitar as their applied major instrument may choose either Symphonic Band, University Orchestra or A Cappella Choir, depending
on their past experience and interests.
3.
Enroll in MUSI 150 each semester (must pass a minimum of eight semesters) except during student teaching.4.
Satisfy the graduation requirements listed in the front section of this catalog.5.
Capstone Experience: For students majoring with the Bachelor of Music Education, the capstone experience is student teaching or interning. For
students majoring with the Bachelor of Music in Performance, the capstone experience is the full recital. For students earning the Bachelor of Arts in
Music degree, the capstone experience, approved by the major advisor, may be a recital, a creative work such as a composition or arrangement, or an
independent research project or paper.
6.
Admission Requirements
Freshmen
Upon admission to the university, all prospective music majors must audition for admission to the Music Department. At the end of their first semester, and again
at the end of their sophomore year, students will be advised concerning their potential to succeed in their chosen field.
Transfer Students
Students transferring from other institutions must perform an audition on their major instrument and take placement examinations in keyboard, music history and
theory before registering for music courses at UW-Superior.
Readmittance Policy
Music majors who have not made progress toward their music degree for one full calendar year must re-audition for admittance into the music program.
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Music Department Residency Requirement
All students, including transfer students, who wish to earn a degree in music from UW-Superior must complete at UW-Superior at least 18 credits in music for a
comprehensive degree (Bachelor of Music in Performance and Bachelor of Music Education), and at least 12 credits in music for a non-comprehensive degree
(Bachelor of Arts in Music).
Admission to Advanced Standing
Before enrolling for Applied Music courses numbered above 300, students must take the Advanced Standing Exam in Applied Music. This is normally done at
the end of the fourth semester of applied study. See applied music instructor for information regarding performance standards for this exam.
Students may register for 300 level ensemble courses (MUSI 304-316) after either:
Four (4) semesters at the 100 level, or1.
Upon reaching Junior Status, whichever comes first.2.
Conditions
Students may not enroll on a Pass-Fail basis in any course required for the major except MUSI 150.
Credit by Examination
The Music Department offers credit by examination in selected music courses. For further information contact the department chair.
Mission and Purposes
The UW-Superior Music Department prepares undergraduate students for success in music as performing artists and educators by providing a challenging,
nurturing environment focused on individual and collaborative artistic growth, while also providing opportunities for musical enrichment to the university and
community within a liberal arts tradition.
Additionally, the UW-Superior institutional values defined in the Mission Statement and which highlight "individual attention and respect for diverse cultures and
multiple voices" are emphasized as guiding principles in the Music Department's philosophy and mission.
The purposes of the Music Department include:
To provide an infrastructure to ensure that students have up-to-date resources and global opportunities in their classes and ensembles.1.
To emphasize recruitment and retention of music students.2.
To offer quality degree programs in music education (the Bachelor of Music Education) in order to train those students who wish to prepare themselves
for careers teaching public school music.
3.
To offer a quality degree program in music performance (the Bachelor of Music in Performance) for those students who demonstrate exceptional
musical talent and wish to concentrate on performance.
4.
To offer a quality liberal arts degree (the Bachelor of Arts in Music) for those students who wish to combine the study of music with a major or minor in
another field.
5.
To serve the curricular needs of elementary education majors who have required courses in music fundamentals and music methods for the classroom
teacher.
6.
To stimulate interest and support of the arts and an understanding of diverse cultures to members of the general student population by offering music
courses geared to the needs of the general student. This includes supporting the University Studies Program, by offering music courses consistent with
the objectives and curricular requirements of this program, enabling students to meet these curricular requirements.
7.
To offer quality ensemble experiences for music and general population students, including an emphasis on international experiences/tours.8.
To contribute to the cultural enrichment of this region through various outreach activities and public performances.
By actively engaging in scholarly research/performances.a.
By serving the needs of all students (on-campus and off-campus) by offering courses through Distance Learning.b.
By engaging in cooperative ventures with other regional institutions.c.
9.
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Philosophy
Faculty
Philosophy Minor Requirements
Program Description
Student Learning Outcomes
Faculty
Sarah LaChance Adams, Associate Professor
Daniela Mansbach, Associate Professor
Timothy Torgerson, Senior Lecturer, online only
Philosophy Minor Requirements
24 total credits
Introductory courses (2 courses, 6 credits required):
PHIL 151: Introduction To Philosophy -- 3.00 credits
PHIL 160: Philosophy and Film -- 3.00 credits
PHIL 211: Contemporary Moral Problems -- 3.00 credits
PHIL 212: Critical Thinking -- 3.00 credits
History of Philosophy required courses (2 courses, 6 credits required, at least one course must be a PHIL course):
HIST 311: The Working Class and the Dream of Equality in Europe -- 3.00 credits
PHIL 340: Enlightenment, Freedom and Alienation (19th Century Philosophy) -- 3.00 credits
PHIL 350: The Self-Unconcealed (20th Century Philosophy) -- 3.00 credits
SOCI 371: Social Theory -- 3.00 credits
Political Philosophy required courses (2 courses, 6 credits required, at least one course must be at the 300 level or above):
PHIL 262: Introduction to Political Thought -- 3.00 credits
POLS 265: Contemporary Political Thought -- 3.00 credits
POLS 345: Theories of War and Peace -- 3.00 credits
POLS 376: Theories of Human Rights -- 3.00 credits
POLS 381: Theories of Justice -- 3.00 credits
POLS 397: American Conservative Thought -- 3.00 credits
POLS 456: Feminist Theory and Action -- 3.00 credits
Non-Canonical Philosophy (2 courses, 6 credits required):
PHIL 255: Environmental Ethics -- 3.00 credits
PHIL 330: Social Justice -- 3.00 credits
PHIL 365: Philosophy of Love and Sex -- 3.00 credits
PHIL 459: Philosophies of Pregnancy, Childbirth and Mothering -- 3.00 credits
Program Description
The philosophy minor incorporates four components: a strong foundation in the history of philosophy, dialogue with non-canonical traditions, an emphasis on
political theory, and the ability to apply theory to contemporary concerns.
Student Learning Outcomes
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Student Learning Outcomes
Ability to analyze, interpret, and understand texts and discourses1.
Ability to effectively identify, evaluate, and formulate arguments2.
Ability to develop, organize, and express ideas in a precise, clear, effective, and systematic manner in writing, discussion, and oral presentations3.
Ability to recognize and appreciate multiple perspectives and limitations of each perspective4.
A high degree of fluency with major philosophical traditions (and some non-canonical), figures, concepts, and methods.5.
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Physical Education
Faculty and Staff
Physical Education Program, Mission & Philosophy
Physical Education Major
Notice
Physical Education Major - Physical Education pK-12 (formerly EC-A) Teacher Certification Requirements
Adaptive Education Certification: Physical Education preK-12 (formerly EC-A) Certification Requirements
Physical Education Major - Exercise Science concentration Requirements
Physical Education Major - Community/Public Health Promotion concentration (comprehensive) Requirements
Coaching Minor Requirements
Health Education Minor -- preK-12 (formerly EC-A) Teacher Certification Requirements
Health Education Minor -- MC-EA Teacher Certification Requirements
Health Minor Requirements
Sport Management Minor Requirements
Substance Abuse Counseling
Student Learning Outcomes
Faculty and Staff
James M. Geidner, Department Chair, Associate Professor
Jay R. Johnson, Associate Professor
Danielle Karvonen, Senior Lecturer
David F. Kroll, Assistant Professor
Amy LaRue, Senior Lecturer
Kim Lebard-Rankila, Assistant Professor
Jen MacKay, Senior Lecturer
Raymond Reinertsen, Senior Lecturer
William F. Simpson, Associate Professor
Sydny Vanderveen, Senior Lecturer
Physical Education Program, Mission & Philosophy
The Health and Human Performance Department (HHP) offers a Physical Education Major program which includes the following concentrations: Physical
Education (EC-A Teaching Certification), Exercise Science (non- comprehensive - requires a minor) and, Community/Public Health Promotion. Minors are
available in Coaching, Health (liberal arts), Health Education, Sports Management, and Substance Abuse Counseling.
HHP Mission Statement
The mission of the Health and Human Performance Department is to provide students with a knowledge base, creating a positive attitude and lifelong skills in
the seven dimensions of wellness: physical, intellectual, emotional, spiritual, career, social and environmental (i.e. personal health) in accordance with the liberal
arts tradition at UW-Superior. Programs in the Health and Human Performance Department seek to serve all students in a caring educational environment
toward liberal arts studies in physical education and health and/or pre-professional studies as physical education, health, or non-teaching allied health
professions.
Philosophy Statement
The Health and Human Performance Department believes in the education of the total person, body, soul and spirit in that:
Developing a knowledge base and critical thinking skills concerning responsibility for individual wellness is critical for all human beings.
All students should be given the opportunity to develop a positive attitude toward healthy behaviors for a lifetime.
Learning takes place best when there is an emotional attachment; therefore, students need to be engaged in the curriculum.
Attitudes are caught not taught; teachers must be excited about their courses and the environment in which they teach.
As we learn to move, we move to learn; and we all have the responsibility to become aware of and learn to respect diversity among people.
The teaching-learning process is a two-way street; the student-teacher relationship should revolve around good, honest communication, valued
learning experiences and assessments, and should bring about expected outcomes for both parties.
We strongly recommend that all majors retain textbooks, course notes and major papers in each of the major courses. These materials will be important assets
in other courses in your major and/or minor.
All students with majors or minors in Physical Education and Health must earn a grade of C or better in all required courses in the major and/or minor.
Students seeking teacher certification must meet the requirements detailed in the Teacher Education sections of this catalog.
Liberal Education Requirement
To fulfill the Liberal Education Requirement, all students must successfully complete HHP 102 Health and Wellness. Students with medical restrictions should
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contact the coordinator of HHP 102 labs before the first lab session. Physical Education majors and minors must earn a grade of C+ or better in HHP 102.
Prerequisites
Students should note that several Health and Human Performance courses at the 200, 300 and 400 levels have specific course prerequisites. These
prerequisites are indicated in the Course Descriptions portion of this catalog.
Experiential Learning - Fieldwork - Internship
The faculty of the Health and Human Performance Department believe that a well-designed and meaningful work experience, which builds on the academic
foundation provided by a college education, can greatly enhance the total learning experience and facilitate the transition from college to the professional world.
Academic credits awarded for Fieldwork, Experiential Learning, range from 1-12. Credits for Internship range from 10-20. Students interested in Internship
should read the Health and Human Performance Internship Handbook and contact the instructor for additional information.
Senior Experience
This culminating senior year project integrates and synthesizes the student's coursework (theories, concepts, skill competencies) into a formal project and
experience to be presented on Senior Presentation day which is scheduled at the end of each semester.
Academic Integrity
Students are expected to maintain academic integrity in meeting requirements for an undergraduate degree. Evidence of academic misconduct may result in
certain sanctions, such as failure in a course or dismissal from the program. Chapter 14 of the UW-Superior Student Disciplinary Procedures of the Wisconsin
Administrative Code for the University of Wisconsin System outlines the procedures for identifying academic misconduct and the appropriate sanctions.
Immoral Conduct - Incompetency
A student may be denied admission to the certification program under Wisconsin Administration Code for the Department of Public Instruction PI 34.103 dealing
with Incompetency and Immoral Conduct. Recommendations for certification can also be denied under the same statute.
The following are statutory definitions: "Immoral Conduct" means conduct or behavior which is contrary to commonly accepted moral or ethical standards and
endangers the health, welfare and safety or education of any pupil. "Incompetency" means a pattern of inadequate performance of duties or the lack of ability,
legal qualifications or fitness to discharge required duties, and which endangers the health, welfare, safety or education of any pupils.
See Course Descriptions for information on required courses.
Physical Education Major
Notice
*Notice: Due to pending licensure program approvals by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI), program requirements are subject to
change for students entering Fall 2019. Students affected by any approved changes which occur in the 2019-2021 catalog will be formally notified by the
UW-Superior Educator Program.
Physical Education Major - Physical Education pK-12 (formerly EC-A) Teacher
Certification Requirements
(Formerly K-12 Teacher Certification)
60 total credits
The Physical Education Major, EC-A Licensure program, follows the teacher certification policies and guidelines established by the UW-Superior Teacher
Education Program. HHP 110, Introduction to HHP Majors/Minors, helps students interested in the program to understand its requirements. Upper-level
courses are then required in both departments.
Students seeking EC-A teacher certification are required to take selected courses in Physical Education and Teacher Education in a prescribed
sequence. It is critical the sequence be followed. Taking courses out of sequence or missing required courses can result in significant delay in completing
degree requirements. See your advisor for information on the program requirements and a suggested four-year plan.
*Certification in Lifeguarding and WSI is highly recommended (HHP 312/HHP 413)
Required activity courses (19 credits required):
HHP 150: Invasion, Striking and Field Activities in PE -- 4.00 credits
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HHP 151: Target, Net and Wall Activities in PE -- 4.00 credits
HHP 133: Social and Square Dance -- 3.00 credits
HHP 203: Group Fitness -- 1.00 credits
HHP 213: Level IV & V (Intermediate) American Red Cross Certification & Basic Water Safety -- 1.00 credits
or
HHP 312: Aquatic Safety -- 1.00 credits
or
HHP 313: Level VI,VII Advanced Swimming (ARC) and Emergency Water Safety -- 1.00 credits
or
HHP 412: Lifeguard Training Instructor -- 1.00 credits
or
HHP 413: Water Safety Instructor (WSI) -- 2.00 credits
HHP 233: Elementary School Human Performance Activities-Children's Games -- 3.00 credits
HHP 235: Children's Rhythms & Tumbling -- 3.00 credits
Required professional theory courses (41 credits required):
HHP 110: Introduction to HHP Majors/Minors -- 1.00 credits
HLTH 158: Responding To Emergencies and Safety Education -- 2.00 credits
HHP 252: Introduction into Sports and Exercise Medicine -- 2.00 credits
HLTH 264: Human Structure & Function -- 3.00 credits
HLTH 265: Human Structure & Function -- 3.00 credits
HHP 282: Introduction to Physical Assessment and Exercise Evaluation -- 1.00 credits
HHP 321: Adapted Human Performance (PE) -- 2.00 credits
HHP 332: Motor Learning -- 3.00 credits
HHP 339: Methods and Curriculum In Secondary Physical Education -- 3.00 credits
HHP 340: Organization and Administration of Human Performance, Health & Athletics -- 3.00 credits
COAC 341: Principles and Theory of Coaching -- 2.00 credits
HHP 362: Kinesiology -- 3.00 credits
HHP 363: Exercise Physiology -- 3.00 credits
HHP 421: Assessment of the Exceptional Child in Human Performance (PE) -- 2.00 credits
HHP 422: Adaptive Human Performance (PE) Fieldwork -- 1.00 - 8.00 credits
HHP 435: Theories of Human Performance for the Elementary School -- 3.00 credits
HHP 438: Measurement and Evaluation for Human Performance -- 2.00 credits
COAC 456: Foundations of Sport and Exercise Psychology -- 2.00 credits
HHP 497: Senior Capstone Experience -- 0.00 credits
Professional Education required courses (26 credits required):
Teacher certification requirements, including student teaching/internship, are also in place for this major. Please consult with your advisor regarding the
additional teacher certification requirements you must complete.
Teaching Experience required course (12 credits required in one of the following):
T ED 442: Student Teaching in the Middle/Secondary School -- 6.00 - 12.00 credits
T ED 443: Student Teaching in Special Areas-Early Childhood-Adolescence (4-18) -- 6.00 - 12.00 credits
T ED 449: Internship in Middle/Secondary School Teaching -- 6.00 - 12.00 credits
T ED 450: Internship in Special Areas Teaching K-12 -- 6.00 - 12.00 credits
Adaptive Education Certification: Physical Education preK-12 (formerly EC-A)
Certification Requirements
*Notice: Due to pending licensure program approvals by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI), program requirements are subject to
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change for students entering Fall 2019. Students affected by any approved changes which occur in the 2019-2021 catalog will be formally notified by the
UW-Superior Educator Preparation Program.
13.5 total credits
In addition to completing the EC-A Certification in Physical Education, students must also complete the following to be certified in Exceptional Education:
Physical Education.
Required courses (13.5 credits required):
HLTH 267: Introduction to Mental Health and Stress Management -- 3.00 credits
HLTH 368: Drugs, Health and Human Behavior -- 3.00 credits
HHP 423: Adaptive Aquatics -- 0.50 credits
HHP 424: Coaching Students with Special Needs -- 1.00 - 4.00 credits
SPED 375: Individual Educational Assessment and IEP Development -- 3.00 credits
SPED 493: Inclusive Management Strategies -- 3.00 credits
Teacher certification requirements, including student teaching/internship, are also in place for this major. Please consult with your advisor regarding the
additional teacher certification requirements you must complete.
Physical Education Major - Exercise Science concentration Requirements
The Exercise Science concentration is an entry-level professional preparation program that prepares students to enter into the exercise professions
including health/wellness and clinical areas. It also prepares those students wishing to pursue graduate education in the exercise professions as well as
related careers such as athletic training, physical therapy and the medical professions. Course work includes basic and applied sciences, nutrition,
exercise physiology, electrocardiography, exercise assessment/testing and prescription, research and hands on experiences. This major requires a minor
that supports the student's individual needs.
36 total credits
HHP 110: Introduction to HHP Majors/Minors -- 1.00 credits
HHP 100 - 200 - Activity Courses -- 2 credits (HHP 133 is NOT allowed)
HLTH 158: Responding To Emergencies and Safety Education -- 2.00 credits
HLTH 160: Introduction to Health Science and Terminology -- 2.00 credits
HHP 203: Group Fitness -- 1.00 credits
HLTH 264: Human Structure & Function -- 3.00 credits
HLTH 265: Human Structure & Function -- 3.00 credits
HHP 282: Introduction to Physical Assessment and Exercise Evaluation -- 1.00 credits
HHP 312: Aquatic Safety -- 1.00 credits
HHP 332: Motor Learning -- 3.00 credits
HHP 337: Practicum in HHP 102 Lab -- 1.00 - 2.00 credits
HHP 340: Organization and Administration of Human Performance, Health & Athletics -- 3.00 credits
HHP 362: Kinesiology -- 3.00 credits
HHP 363: Exercise Physiology -- 3.00 credits
HLTH 366: Principles Of Nutrition -- 3.00 credits
HHP 403: Health Coach -- 3.00 credits
HHP 497: Senior Capstone Experience -- 0.00 credits
Physical Education Major - Community/Public Health Promotion concentration
(comprehensive) Requirements
52 total credits
The Community/Public Health Promotion concentration provides a solid foundational curriculum combined with practical experience through internship.
Students majoring in community/public health promotion may seek jobs in health fields including public health educators/coordinators, human resource
services, employee wellness, community wellness/fitness/education, county health departments, federal government agencies, as well as many other
health and wellness related areas. The Community/Public Health Promotion curriculum has been aligned with the Council on Education for Public Health
(CEPH) national standards.
Required courses (43 credits required):
HHP 110: Introduction to HHP Majors/Minors -- 1.00 credits
HLTH 158: Responding To Emergencies and Safety Education -- 2.00 credits
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HLTH 160: Introduction to Health Science and Terminology -- 2.00 credits
HLTH 264: Human Structure & Function -- 3.00 credits
HLTH 265: Human Structure & Function -- 3.00 credits
HLTH 267: Introduction to Mental Health and Stress Management -- 3.00 credits
HHP 282: Introduction to Physical Assessment and Exercise Evaluation -- 1.00 credits
HLTH 366: Principles Of Nutrition -- 3.00 credits
HLTH 367: Human Sexuality -- 3.00 credits
HLTH 368: Drugs, Health and Human Behavior -- 3.00 credits
HLTH 469: Pathophysiology of Disease\Prevention and Control -- 3.00 credits
HLTH 470: Community and Environmental Health -- 3.00 credits
HLTH 472: Epidemiology -- 3.00 credits
HHP 496: Internship -- 10.00 - 20.00 credits
(internship should be 10 credits)
HHP 497: Senior Capstone Experience -- 0.00 credits
Focus areas:
Students choose a focus area in either Public Health or Maternal-Child Health.
Students choose to fulfill their 9 elective credits by working towards one of the focus areas listed below depending on their professional career goals.
Public Health Focus
Designed to support careers associated with public health programming, public health education, work site wellness programs, community education
through hospitals, non-profit organizations, governmental health programs that strive to support health across all ages, and other public health orientated
professions.
LSTU 115: Law and Human Behavior -- 3.00 credits
HHP 337: Practicum in HHP 102 Lab -- 1.00 - 2.00 credits
HHP 340: Organization and Administration of Human Performance, Health & Athletics -- 3.00 credits
HHP 403: Health Coach -- 3.00 credits
Maternal Child Health Focus
Designed to support careers associated with the facilitation and supervision of infant and youth health programs, maternal education programs offered
through hospitals, infant and youth non-profit programs, government agencies that support infant and maternal welfare, and other programs that require a
strong understanding of infant and youth physical and mental health issues.
HLTH 300: Maternal Child Health -- 3.00 credits
HLTH 301: Infant Health and Development -- 3.00 credits
HLTH 495: Healthy Families -- 3.00 credits
Coaching Minor Requirements
(Meets Minnesota Coaching Certification Requirements.)
26 total credits
Required courses (26 credits required):
HLTH 158: Responding To Emergencies and Safety Education -- 2.00 credits
COAC 241-249 - Coaching of Specific Sports -- 2 credits
COAC 250: Coaching Fieldwork -- 1.00 - 5.00 credits
HHP 252: Introduction into Sports and Exercise Medicine -- 2.00 credits
HLTH 264: Human Structure & Function -- 3.00 credits
HLTH 265: Human Structure & Function -- 3.00 credits
HHP 340: Organization and Administration of Human Performance, Health & Athletics -- 3.00 credits
COAC 341: Principles and Theory of Coaching -- 2.00 credits
HHP 362: Kinesiology -- 3.00 credits
HHP 363: Exercise Physiology -- 3.00 credits
COAC 456: Foundations of Sport and Exercise Psychology -- 2.00 credits
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Health Education Minor -- preK-12 (formerly EC-A) Teacher
Certification Requirements
*Notice: Due to pending licensure program approvals by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI), program requirements are subject to change for
students entering Fall 2019. Students affected by any approved changes which occur in the 2019-2021 catalog will be formally notified by the UW-Superior
Educator Preparation Program.
31 total credits
Required courses (31 credits required):
HLTH 158: Responding To Emergencies and Safety Education -- 2.00 credits
HLTH 160: Introduction to Health Science and Terminology -- 2.00 credits
HLTH 264: Human Structure & Function -- 3.00 credits
HLTH 265: Human Structure & Function -- 3.00 credits
HLTH 267: Introduction to Mental Health and Stress Management -- 3.00 credits
HHPED 344: Health Methods/Curriculum for Classroom Teachers -- 3.00 credits
HLTH 366: Principles Of Nutrition -- 3.00 credits
HLTH 367: Human Sexuality -- 3.00 credits
HLTH 368: Drugs, Health and Human Behavior -- 3.00 credits
HLTH 469: Pathophysiology of Disease\Prevention and Control -- 3.00 credits
HLTH 470: Community and Environmental Health -- 3.00 credits
Professional Requirements for Secondary or K-12 Teacher Certification
Teacher certification requirements, including student teaching/internship, are also in place for this major. Please consult with your advisor regarding the
additional teacher certification requirements you must complete.
ENGED 465: Content Area Literacy -- 3.00 credits
Teaching Experience required course (12 credits required in one of the following):
T ED 442: Student Teaching in the Middle/Secondary School -- 6.00 - 12.00 credits
T ED 443: Student Teaching in Special Areas-Early Childhood-Adolescence (4-18) -- 6.00 - 12.00 credits
T ED 449: Internship in Middle/Secondary School Teaching -- 6.00 - 12.00 credits
T ED 450: Internship in Special Areas Teaching K-12 -- 6.00 - 12.00 credits
Health Education Minor -- MC-EA Teacher Certification Requirements
*Notice: Due to pending licensure program approvals by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI), program requirements are subject to change for
students entering Fall 2019. Students affected by any approved changes which occur in the 2019-2021 catalog will be formally notified by the UW-Superior
Educator Preparation Program.
For Elementary Education Majors Only
26 total credits
Required courses (26 credits required):
HLTH 158: Responding To Emergencies and Safety Education -- 2.00 credits
HLTH 264: Human Structure & Function -- 3.00 credits
HLTH 265: Human Structure & Function -- 3.00 credits
HLTH 267: Introduction to Mental Health and Stress Management -- 3.00 credits
HHPED 344: Health Methods/Curriculum for Classroom Teachers -- 3.00 credits
HLTH 366: Principles Of Nutrition -- 3.00 credits
HLTH 367: Human Sexuality -- 3.00 credits
HLTH 368: Drugs, Health and Human Behavior -- 3.00 credits
HLTH 469: Pathophysiology of Disease\Prevention and Control -- 3.00 credits
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Health Minor Requirements
23 total credits
Required Courses (23 credits required):
HLTH 158: Responding To Emergencies and Safety Education -- 2.00 credits
HLTH 264: Human Structure & Function -- 3.00 credits
HLTH 265: Human Structure & Function -- 3.00 credits
HLTH 366: Principles Of Nutrition -- 3.00 credits
HLTH 367: Human Sexuality -- 3.00 credits
HLTH 368: Drugs, Health and Human Behavior -- 3.00 credits
HLTH 469: Pathophysiology of Disease\Prevention and Control -- 3.00 credits
HLTH 470: Community and Environmental Health -- 3.00 credits
Sport Management Minor Requirements
22 total credits
Required courses (17 credits required):
HHP 252: Introduction into Sports and Exercise Medicine -- 2.00 credits
HHP 340: Organization and Administration of Human Performance, Health & Athletics -- 3.00 credits
COAC 341: Principles and Theory of Coaching -- 2.00 credits
COAC 456: Foundations of Sport and Exercise Psychology -- 2.00 credits
HHP 492: Experiential Learning -- 1.00 - 12.00 credits
BUS 380: Principles Of Management -- 3.00 credits
BUS 370: Principles Of Marketing -- 3.00 credits
Elective courses (2 credits required):
LSTU 115: Law and Human Behavior -- 3.00 credits
LSTU 228: Contract Law -- 2.00 credits
BUS 211: Business Law I -- 3.00 credits
Communication Elective courses (3 credits required):
COMM 203: News Writing and Reporting -- 3.00 credits
COMM 261: Beginning Digital Filmmaking -- 3.00 credits
COMM 353: Persuasion -- 3.00 credits
Substance Abuse Counseling
25 total credits
The Substance Abuse Counseling program is approved by the State of Wisconsin and fulfills all requirements (360 hours of comprehensive specialized
education) necessary to sit for the licensing exam. As with all clinical health licensures only the State of Wisconsin can license an individual after they graduate
and meet all post-graduation requirements.
HHP 102: Health and Wellness -- 3.00 credits
HLTH 158: Responding To Emergencies and Safety Education -- 2.00 credits
HLTH 267: Introduction to Mental Health and Stress Management -- 3.00 credits
HLTH 368: Drugs, Health and Human Behavior -- 3.00 credits
HLTH 400: Substance Abuse Counseling -- 3.00 credits
HLTH 470: Community and Environmental Health -- 3.00 credits
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HLTH 495: Healthy Families -- 3.00 credits
Electives -- 5 credits in HLTH (check with your HHP advisor for appropriate courses)
Student Learning Outcomes
The University of Wisconsin-Superior Health and Human Performance programs hope to develop these attributes in all students as part of the liberal arts
mission of the university by providing a well-rounded, dynamic experience in the wellness course.
Foster the intellectual growth of all students concerning wellness for life as a core of their liberal arts education.
Develop critical thinking skills, positive attitudes and personal responsibility in all students toward leading productive and healthy lifestyles.
Graduate certified physical education/health/early childhood/special education teachers who are engaged in their professional endeavors, able to
impart knowledge and skills to diverse populations in a variety of educational settings.
Graduate students who seek careers in allied health professions who are engaged in their professional endeavors, able to impart knowledge and skills
to diverse populations in a variety of professional settings who make a positive contribution to society.
Achieve accreditation through the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) for the undergraduate curriculum in
exercise science.
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Political Science
Faculty
Political Science Program Description
Student Learning Outcomes
Broad Field Social Studies Major - Political Science Concentration
Political Science Minor Requirements
Political Science Minor - Secondary Education Certification Requirements
Faculty
Khalil Dokhanchi, Professor
Daniela Mansbach, Associate Professor
Alisa Von Hagel, Associate Professor
Political Science Program Description
Active citizenship is the foundation of the Political Science program at UW-Superior. We offer courses that are designed to create students who can study the
roots of problems, formulate creative solutions to existing local, state, national and international problems, and develop strategies that ultimately address and
solve them.
We offer students three emphasis areas in the Political Science Liberal Arts Major:
American Politics
International Peace Studies
Political Theory
Student Learning Outcomes
Ability to analyze, interpret, and understand texts and discourse1.
Ability to effectively identify, evaluate, and formulate arguments2.
Ability to develop, organize, and express ideas in a precise, clear, effective, and systematic manner in writing, discussion, and oral presentations3.
Ability to recognize and appreciate multiple perspectives and the limitations of each perspective4.
Ability to independently research a topic and to produce a fully documented research paper5.
Ability to formulate and develop concrete solutions in terms of political action6.
Broad Field Social Studies Major - Political Science Concentration
Students interested in teaching Political Science at the Early Adolescence-Adolescence Level (EA-A) are encouraged to consider the Broad Field Social Studies
Major with a Political Science Concentration. Broad Field Social Studies is a comprehensive inter-disciplinary major designed specifically for students who
intend to teach within the social studies disciplines at the secondary level. For more information, see the Broad Field Social Studies section of this catalog.
Political Science Minor Requirements
24 total credits
At least 9 credits from courses numbered 300 or above.
Political Science Core required courses (6 credits required):
POLS 100: Introduction to Political Science -- 3.00 credits
or
FYS 101: First-Year Seminar- Humanities/History -- 3.00 credits
Topic: Genocide
or
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FYS 114: First Year Seminar-Social Sciences,Non Western -- 3.00 credits
Topic: Reacting to the Past
POLS 302: Social Science Research Methods -- 3.00 credits
Introductory Courses (6 credits required):
POLS 101: Introduction to Comparative Politics -- 3.00 credits
POLS 150: Sex, Scandal, and Corruption in U.S. Politics -- 3.00 credits
POLS 175: The Making of the Modern Global System -- 3.00 credits
POLS 262: Introduction to Political Thought -- 3.00 credits
POLS 330: U.S. State and Local Government -- 3.00 credits
Contemporary Issues (3 credits required:
SOCI 201: Global Social Problems -- 3.00 credits
POLS 260: Contemporary Issues in American Politics -- 3.00 credits
POLS 265: Contemporary Political Thought -- 3.00 credits
Advanced Political Science Electives (9 credits required):
Students must take at least one course from each category:
American Politics:
POLS 374: Women and Politics -- 3.00 credits
POLS 397: American Conservative Thought -- 3.00 credits
POLS 420: Biotechnology Policy and Ethics -- 3.00 credits
POLS 465: Congress and the Presidency -- 3.00 credits
POLS 485: Internship -- 2.00 - 10.00 credits
Peace Studies:
POLS 264: War and Peace in Bosnia -- 3.00 credits
or
POLS 266: War and Peace in Northern Ireland -- 3.00 credits
POLS 301: Study Abroad -- 0.00 - 6.00 credits
POLS 352: Paths to Peace -- 3.00 credits
POLS 353: International Law -- 3.00 credits
POLS 345: Theories of War and Peace -- 3.00 credits
POLS 372: Power and Resistance -- 3.00 credits
Political Theory
POLS 376: Theories of Human Rights -- 3.00 credits
PHIL 340: Enlightenment, Freedom and Alienation (19th Century Philosophy) -- 3.00 credits
POLS 381: Theories of Justice -- 3.00 credits
POLS 397: American Conservative Thought -- 3.00 credits
POLS 456: Feminist Theory and Action -- 3.00 credits
Political Science Minor - Secondary Education Certification
Requirements
24 total credits
Political Science Core required courses (6 credits required):
POLS 100: Introduction to Political Science -- 3.00 credits
or
FYS 101: First-Year Seminar- Humanities/History -- 3.00 credits
Topic: Genocide
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or
FYS 114: First Year Seminar-Social Sciences,Non Western -- 3.00 credits
Topic: Reacting to the Past
POLS 302: Social Science Research Methods -- 3.00 credits
Introductory Courses (6 credits required):
POLS 101: Introduction to Comparative Politics -- 3.00 credits
POLS 150: Sex, Scandal, and Corruption in U.S. Politics -- 3.00 credits
POLS 175: The Making of the Modern Global System -- 3.00 credits
POLS 262: Introduction to Political Thought -- 3.00 credits
POLS 330: U.S. State and Local Government -- 3.00 credits
Contemporary Issues (3 credits required):
SOCI 201: Global Social Problems -- 3.00 credits
POLS 260: Contemporary Issues in American Politics -- 3.00 credits
POLS 265: Contemporary Political Thought -- 3.00 credits
Advanced Political Science Electives (6 credits required):
American Politics
POLS 374: Women and Politics -- 3.00 credits
POLS 397: American Conservative Thought -- 3.00 credits
POLS 420: Biotechnology Policy and Ethics -- 3.00 credits
POLS 465: Congress and the Presidency -- 3.00 credits
POLS 485: Internship -- 2.00 - 10.00 credits
Peace Studies
POLS 264: War and Peace in Bosnia -- 3.00 credits
or
POLS 266: War and Peace in Northern Ireland -- 3.00 credits
POLS 301: Study Abroad -- 0.00 - 6.00 credits
POLS 345: Theories of War and Peace -- 3.00 credits
POLS 352: Paths to Peace -- 3.00 credits
POLS 353: International Law -- 3.00 credits
POLS 372: Power and Resistance -- 3.00 credits
Political Theory
PHIL 340: Enlightenment, Freedom and Alienation (19th Century Philosophy) -- 3.00 credits
POLS 376: Theories of Human Rights -- 3.00 credits
POLS 381: Theories of Justice -- 3.00 credits
POLS 397: American Conservative Thought -- 3.00 credits
POLS 456: Feminist Theory and Action -- 3.00 credits
Social Science Education required course (3 credits required):
SSED 339: Secondary Methods in Social Studies Education -- 3.00 credits
Certification to teach also requires completion of a series of Wisconsin Teacher Certification (DPI) requirements. See the Teacher Education section of the
catalog for details.
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Psychology
Faculty
Psychology Program Description
Psychology Student Learning Outcomes
Psychology Major Requirements
Psychology Minor Requirements
Behavioral Neuroscience Minor
BNS Minor Learning Outcomes
BNS Minor Course requirements
Faculty
Kenna Bolton Holz, Associate Professor
Vanessa Hettinger, Assistant Professor
Joseph Mahoney, Assistant Professor
Eleni N. Pinnow, Associate Professor
Shevaun L. Stocker, Professor
Psychology Program Description
Psychology is one of four programs housed in the Human Behavior, Justice and Diversity Department. The other three are the Legal Studies, Social Work and
First Nations Studies Programs.
The Psychology program at the UW-Superior prepares students for advanced study in psychology and related disciplines within the context of a public liberal
arts education. Our graduates have been successful in master's and doctoral programs in psychology, social work, and counseling as well as in fields such as
law, occupational therapy, and nursing. For UW-Superior, a liberal arts education means that your coursework will emphasize broad themes such as developing
critical thinking skills, understanding diversity, attending to global issues and providing service to the local community.
Psychology Student Learning Outcomes
The Psychology program has five student learning outcomes for the students in the major:
Students will demonstrate effective skills in written and oral communication through critiques of psychological research, original research reports,
application papers and reaction papers dealing with psychological theories and research.
1.
Students will be able to design, implement, and communicate basic research methods in psychology, including research design, data analysis, and
interpretations.
2.
Students will be able to apply psychological principles to individual, interpersonal, group, and societal issues.3.
Students will be able to use critical thinking, skeptical inquiry, and a scientific approach to address issues related to behavior and mental processes.4.
Students will demonstrate preparedness to further their education or enter the work force.5.
Psychology Major Requirements
33 total credits
Basic Core courses (18 credits required):
PSYC 101: Introduction to Psychology -- 3.00 credits
PSYC 200: Profession of Psychology: Introduction -- 1.00 credits
PSYC 275: Reading and Writing for Psychology -- 3.00 credits
PSYC 300: Profession of Psychology: Professional Development -- 3.00 credits
PSYC 301: Statistics for Psychological Research -- 3.00 credits
PSYC 303: Research Methodology in Psychology -- 3.00 credits
PSYC 404: Senior Research -- 3.00 credits
Academic Service Learning courses (1 course required):
Designated AS-L courses that are listed in a Content Area will meet both the AS-L and the Content Area requirement.
PSYC 258: Gender, Psychology and Society -- 3.00 credits
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PSYC 305: Learning and Behavior -- 3.00 credits
PSYC 362: Psychological Disorders -- 3.00 credits
PSYC 372: Child and Adolescent Development -- 3.00 credits
PSYC 373: Adulthood and Aging -- 3.00 credits
Content Area courses (15 credits required; one course from each of the following content areas):
Individual, Social and Developmental courses (3 credits required):
PSYC 260: Personality -- 3.00 credits
PSYC 310: Social Psychology -- 3.00 credits
PSYC 311: The Psychology of Close Relationships -- 3.00 credits
PSYC 372: Child and Adolescent Development -- 3.00 credits
PSYC 373: Adulthood and Aging -- 3.00 credits
Biological Aspects of Behavior courses (3 credits required):
PSYC 225: Sensation and Perception -- 3.00 credits
PSYC 350: Behavioral Neuroscience -- 3.00 credits
PSYC 353: Psychopharmacology -- 3.00 credits
Adjustment and Well-Being courses (3 credits required):
PSYC 320: Health Psychology -- 3.00 credits
PSYC 352: Motivation and Emotion -- 3.00 credits
PSYC 362: Psychological Disorders -- 3.00 credits
PSYC 462: Theories of Psychotherapy -- 3.00 credits
PSYC 464: Psychological Assessment, Diagnosis, and Treatment -- 3.00 credits
Learning, Cognition and Language courses (3 credits required):
PSYC 230: Social Cognition -- 3.00 credits
PSYC 305: Learning and Behavior -- 3.00 credits
PSYC 403: Memory and Cognition -- 3.00 credits
PSYC 476: Psycholinguistics -- 3.00 credits
Diverse Perspectives courses (3 credits required):
PSYC 258: Gender, Psychology and Society -- 3.00 credits
PSYC 270: Psychology of Men and Masculinity -- 3.00 credits
PSYC 360: Culture and Identity -- 3.00 credits
Special Topics and Independent Study:
Special topics courses will be associated with a relevant content area at the time of creation. Independent study projects must also be aligned with a content
area to count toward requirements of the Psychology major.
PSYC 390: Special Topics in Psychology -- 1.00 - 3.00 credits
PSYC 490: Independent Study -- 1.00 - 9.00 credits
Psychology Minor Requirements
21 total credits
Required course (3 credits required):
PSYC 101: Introduction to Psychology -- 3.00 credits
Content Area courses (total of 18 credits required; at least one course must be selected from 4 of the 5 areas listed below):
Individual, Social and Developmental course:
PSYC 260: Personality -- 3.00 credits
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PSYC 310: Social Psychology -- 3.00 credits
PSYC 311: The Psychology of Close Relationships -- 3.00 credits
PSYC 372: Child and Adolescent Development -- 3.00 credits
PSYC 373: Adulthood and Aging -- 3.00 credits
Biological Aspects of Behavior course:
PSYC 225: Sensation and Perception -- 3.00 credits
PSYC 350: Behavioral Neuroscience -- 3.00 credits
PSYC 353: Psychopharmacology -- 3.00 credits
Adjustment and Well-Being course:
PSYC 320: Health Psychology -- 3.00 credits
PSYC 352: Motivation and Emotion -- 3.00 credits
PSYC 362: Psychological Disorders -- 3.00 credits
PSYC 462: Theories of Psychotherapy -- 3.00 credits
PSYC 464: Psychological Assessment, Diagnosis, and Treatment -- 3.00 credits
Learning, Cognition and Language course:
PSYC 230: Social Cognition -- 3.00 credits
PSYC 305: Learning and Behavior -- 3.00 credits
PSYC 403: Memory and Cognition -- 3.00 credits
PSYC 476: Psycholinguistics -- 3.00 credits
Diverse Perspectives courses
PSYC 258: Gender, Psychology and Society -- 3.00 credits
PSYC 270: Psychology of Men and Masculinity -- 3.00 credits
PSYC 360: Culture and Identity -- 3.00 credits
Special Topics and Independent Study:
Special topics courses will be associated with a relevant content area at the time of creation. Independent study projects must also be aligned with a content
area to count toward requirements of the Psychology major.
PSYC 390: Special Topics in Psychology -- 1.00 - 3.00 credits
PSYC 490: Independent Study -- 1.00 - 9.00 credits
Behavioral Neuroscience Minor
Behavior Neuroscience is an interdisciplinary program that focuses on the Behavioral Neuroscience and behavior. Students enrolled in this minor will engage in
the scientific process and ask meaningful questions about a cutting edge field.
BNS Minor Learning Outcomes
Students will clearly express themselves to achieve a purpose.
Students will evaluate assumptions and biases associated with a project, practice, or process.
Students will use evidence to reach and present innovative conclusions or produce original work.
BNS Minor Course requirements
Total credits: 22
Core requirements:
BIOL 115: Human Biology -- 4.00 credits
or
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BIOL 270: Human Anatomy & Physiology I -- 4.00 credits
PSYC 350: Behavioral Neuroscience -- 3.00 credits
PSYC 353: Psychopharmacology -- 3.00 credits
Elective Choices
BIOL 132: Principles of Biology II -- 4.00 credits
BIOL 405: Neurobiology -- 3.00 credits
BIOL 280: Human Anatomy & Physiology II -- 4.00 credits
CHEM 102: Chemistry of Everyday Phenomena -- 4.00 credits
CHEM 105: General Chemistry I -- 5.00 credits
PSYC 225: Sensation and Perception -- 3.00 credits
PSYC 320: Health Psychology -- 3.00 credits
PSYC 305: Learning and Behavior -- 3.00 credits
PSYC 372: Child and Adolescent Development -- 3.00 credits
PSYC 373: Adulthood and Aging -- 3.00 credits
SOCI 411: Bodies: Sociology of the Flesh -- 3.00 credits
At least 12 credits must be 300-level or above
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Social Work
Faculty and Staff
Social Work Program Description
Social Work Program Diversity Statement
Mission Statement and Program Goals
Admission to the Social Work Program
Continuation in the Social Work Program
Transfer Students
Readmission to the Social Work Program
Social Work Major (comprehensive) Requirements
Social Work Accreditation
Council on Social Work Education's Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards (EPAS)
Faculty and Staff
Lynn Amerman Goerdt, Associate Professor
Mimi Rappley Larson, Associate Professor and Program Coordinator
Amanda Lilly, Assistant Professor and Field Coordinator
Social Work Program Description
Social Work is one of four programs housed in the Human Behavior, Justice and Diversity Department. The others are the Psychology, Legal Studies (including
Criminal Justice), and First Nations Studies Programs.
The undergraduate major in Social Work offers a Bachelor of Science in Social Work degree, with an ethnic-sensitive, ecological, generalist focus. Coursework
educates and prepares entry-level generalist social workers for effective direct practice with individuals, families, small groups, organizations, institutions and
communities. Specific areas of focus for the program are the well-being of regional American Indian people and communities, as well as that of elderly persons,
persons with mental health and traumatic related issues, and persons with developmental and other disabilities.
Social Work Program Diversity Statement
Respecting and celebrating diversity is an inherent part of the mission of the UW-Superior Social Work program and is a central theme of service when social
workers are working in the community. In promoting the dignity, worth and empowerment of the individual client while working to improve and sustain the social
environment, our program seeks to strengthen students' interest in, respect for, and skills in working effectively with diverse and vulnerable populations. Our
program also seeks to sensitize and prepare students to help service systems toward constructive change when relating to diverse populations.
The Social Work program is administered, and admissions are determined, without discrimination on the basis of race, religion, national or ethnic origin,
immigration status, political orientation, creed, physical or mental impairment, age, gender, gender identity, or sexual orientation.
Mission Statement and Program Goals
The undergraduate Social Work program at UW-Superior is structured as a competency based program. The program implements this structure through its
mission, program goals and student learning outcomes. Outcomes are assessed based on Council on Social Work Education practice behaviors.
Mission Statement
The mission of the Social Work Program is to teach students the generalist skills and knowledge needed to be responsible and ethical change agents who
empower clients/consumers across diverse populations with a local, regional, and global consciousness focusing on social justice, self-awareness and lifelong
learning.
Program Goals
Goal 1: Generalist Preparation
To prepare students for entry-level ecologically-based generalist practice at all levels of intervention (individuals, groups, families, organizations, and
communities), utilizing a liberal education foundation.
GOAL 2: Diversity
To prepare students for inclusive practice with diverse, underrepresented and vulnerable groups in society throughout a variety of local, regional and global
human service settings, particularly empowering practice with American Indian people, elderly persons, and persons with differing abilities.
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GOAL 3: Ethics
To prepare students for ethical and principled decision-making guided by the values and standards of the social work profession.
GOAL 4: Social Justice
To prepare students to recognize and apply social justice principles in practice situations.
GOAL 5: Professional Development
To prepare students for lifelong learning, to maintain competence and stay current with best practice.
GOAL 6: Service
To engage students in social justice and change through generalist social work activities with local, regional and international constituencies.
Admission to the Social Work Program
To seek formal admission to the program's cohort (method courses), the student submits an application packet with the Social Work Program Coordinator. This
usually occurs during the spring semester of the sophomore year. For students transferring to UW-Superior, this occurs also during the spring semester.
Admission requirements include: a grade of C or better in SO W 121 Introduction to Social Work, a grade of C or better in either PSYC 101 or SOCI 101, an
overall grade point average of at least 2.3 at time of admission to the cohort, and demonstration of suitability and capacity to enter the profession of social work
according to Admission/Continuation Competencies listed in the Social Work Student Handbook. All applicants meet with a Social Work Faculty Review
Committee as a part of the admission process.
Continuation in the Social Work Program
Continuation in good standing in the program is contingent upon the following:
Earning a grade of C or better or pass (P) in all required social work courses, and retaking any required social work course in which a grade below C or
pass (P) was received.
1.
Maintaining an overall grade point average of 2.3 from time of admission to the junior cohort through graduation.2.
Maintaining a grade point average of 2.5 for all courses required for the social work major from the time of admission to the junior cohort through
graduation.
3.
Continuing to demonstrate suitability and capacity for the profession of social work as expressed in the Students' Rights and Responsibilities statement
in the Social Work Student Handbook.
4.
Transfer Students
Transfer students are expected to seek advisement with the Social Work Program Coordinator at or before the time of their first registration. Contact the
Admissions Office, the Center for Academic Advising, or the Social Work Program office to be referred to the coordinator. Advisement is a crucial aspect of the
transfer process, as much of the time there are articulation agreements in place with the community colleges from which persons transfer that facilitate the
smooth transfer of credits.
The Coordinator will furnish transfer students with academic advisement and Social Work program materials, including the Social Work Student Handbook.
Transfer students must meet all admission and continuation standards of non-transfer Social Work majors. Procedures for grievance and appeal and
continuation in the program are the same for transfer students as for other Social Work majors.
If a transfer student requests that a requirement for the Social Work major be met by a transfer credit, the request may be granted if the course content is
comparable. If the course is approved, the grade for the course must be computed as part of the grade point average requirements for the major in Social Work.
In addition, any social work courses transferred in must have been taught by an MSW (Masters of Social Work) who graduated from an accredited social work
program or must be accompanied by documentation that essential social welfare, and/or content about the development of social work as a profession have
been incorporated into the course. Cohort method and practicum courses must be taken at UW-Superior.
Readmission to the Social Work Program
Requirements for readmission to the program include:
Resubmission of an application following the standards expressed in Reapplication to the Social Work Program found in the Social Work Student
Handbook.
1.
Any student who would like to re-enter the social work program must retake cohort and method courses and the Field Internship if previous courses
were taken more than 5 years from the time of reapplication.
2.
Social Work Major (comprehensive) Requirements
The Social Work Major is a comprehensive major which consists of 66-68 credits depending upon courses chosen. In effect, an interdisciplinary minor is
integrated into the requirements for the major, thus no minor is required.
Pre-requisite courses (6 credits required):
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SO W 121: Introduction To Social Work -- 3.00 credits
and
PSYC 101: Introduction to Psychology -- 3.00 credits
or
SOCI 101: Introduction to Sociology -- 3.00 credits
Basic core courses (42 credits required):
SO W 325: Ecology of Social Welfare Policy -- 3.00 credits
SO W 326: Methods of Practice: Social Welfare Policy Advocacy -- 3.00 credits
SO W 340: Methods of Practice: Interpersonal Skills for Social Workers -- 3.00 credits
SO W 341: Methods of Practice: Individual Case Work -- 3.00 credits
SO W 344: Human Behavior In the Social Environment I (HBSE I) -- 3.00 credits
SO W 345: Human Behavior in the Social Environment II (HBSE II) -- 3.00 credits
SO W 365: Method of Practice: Social Work with Groups -- 3.00 credits
SO W 366: Methods of Practice: Agency and Community Macro Skills -- 3.00 credits
SO W 368: Methods of Practice: Social Work with Families -- 3.00 credits
SO W 380: Methods of Practice: Social Work Research -- 3.00 credits
SO W 420: Prep for Field Seminar -- 0.00 credits
SO W 422: Social Work Field Instruction I -- 5.00 credits
SO W 423: Social Work Field Seminar I -- 1.00 credits
SO W 427: Social Work Field Instruction II -- 5.00 credits
SO W 428: Social Work Field Seminar II -- 1.00 credits
Social Work Elective Category (6 credits required):
SO W 301: Study Abroad -- 0.00 - 6.00 credits
SO W 329: Crisis Intervention -- 3.00 credits
SO W 350: Introduction to Addiction and Recovery -- 3.00 credits
SO W 386: Working with American Indian Families -- 3.00 credits
SO W 426: Selected Topics in Social Work -- 3.00 credits
SO W 498: Independent Projects -- 1.00 - 4.00 credits
Diversity Category (3 credits required):
SOCI 273: Race and Ethnicity -- 3.00 credits
GST 210: Sociology of Gender -- 3.00 credits
COMM 467: Advanced Intercultural Communication -- 3.00 credits
FNS 223: First Nations History I -- 3.00 credits
FNS 224: First Nations History II -- 3.00 credits
Math Requirement (3-4 credits required):
MATH 130: Elementary Statistics -- 4.00 credits
PSYC 301: Statistics for Psychological Research -- 3.00 credits
Biological Determinants of Human Behavior (3 - 4 credits required):
BIOL 115: Human Biology -- 4.00 credits
BIOL 270: Human Anatomy & Physiology I -- 4.00 credits
BIOL 330: Genetics -- 4.00 credits
HLTH 264: Human Structure & Function -- 3.00 credits
HLTH 265: Human Structure & Function -- 3.00 credits
HLTH 267: Introduction to Mental Health and Stress Management -- 3.00 credits
PSYC 320: Health Psychology -- 3.00 credits
PSYC 350: Behavioral Neuroscience -- 3.00 credits
Systemic Determinants of Human Behavior (3 credits required):
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ANTH 310: Gender in Cross-Cultural Perspective -- 3.00 credits
ANTH 333: The History of Indigenous Peoples -- 3.00 credits
CJUS 106: Crime, Behavior and Social Control -- 3.00 credits
CJUS 316: Crime, Corrections and Punishment -- 3.00 credits
CJUS 318: Community Corrections -- 3.00 credits
CJUS 463: Delinquency and Juvenile Justice -- 3.00 credits
ECON 235: Economics in Society -- 3.00 credits
ECON 251: Principles Of Macroeconomics -- 3.00 credits
GEOG 102: Cultural Geography -- 3.00 credits
LSTU 115: Law and Human Behavior -- 3.00 credits
LSTU 233: Law, Citizenship and Civic Engagement -- 3.00 credits
LSTU 261: Contemporary Issues in Law and Society -- 3.00 credits
POLS 260: Contemporary Issues in American Politics -- 3.00 credits
POLS 330: U.S. State and Local Government -- 3.00 credits
POLS 352: Paths to Peace -- 3.00 credits
SOCI 201: Global Social Problems -- 3.00 credits
Social Work Accreditation
The program is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education. Academic credit for life experience and previous work experience shall not be given, in
whole or in part, in lieu of any course required for the Social Work major.
Council on Social Work Education's Educational Policy and
Accreditation Standards (EPAS)
Upon graduation, students will have demonstrated that they are able to:
Demonstrate ethical and professor behavior.1.
Engage diversity and difference in practice.2.
Advance human rights and social, economic and environmental justice.3.
Engage in practice-informed research and research-informed practice.4.
Engage in policy practice.5.
Engage with individuals, families, groups, organization and communities.6.
Assess individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities.7.
Intervene with individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities.8.
Evaluate practice with individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities.9.
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Sociology
Faculty and Staff
Sociology Minor Requirements
Sociology Teaching (EA-A) Minor Requirements
Student Learning Outcomes
Faculty and Staff
Deborah Augsburger, Associate Professor of Anthropology
Sociology Minor Requirements
21 total credits
12 credits must be in courses numbered 300 and above.
Sociology required courses (9 credits required):
SOCI 101: Introduction to Sociology -- 3.00 credits
SOCI 371: Social Theory -- 3.00 credits
SOCI 395: Sociological Research Methods -- 3.00 credits
or
POLS 302: Social Science Research Methods -- 3.00 credits
Sociology Elective courses (12 credits required): Choose any SOCI courses (excluding the required courses ) and/or a maximum of up to 6 anthropology
credits from among ANTH 301, 310, 315, 320, 325, 335, 340, 490 or 499.
Sociology Teaching (EA-A) Minor Requirements
Sociology Teaching Minor at the Early Adolescence to Adolescence Level (EA-A)
21 total credits
Required courses (15 credits required):
ANTH 101: The Human Experience -- 3.00 credits
SOCI 101: Introduction to Sociology -- 3.00 credits
SSED 339: Secondary Methods in Social Studies Education -- 3.00 credits
SOCI 371: Social Theory -- 3.00 credits
SOCI 395: Sociological Research Methods -- 3.00 credits
or
POLS 302: Social Science Research Methods -- 3.00 credits
Sociology Elective courses (6 credits required): Choose any SOCI courses (excluding the required courses).
Student Learning Outcomes
The program graduate will
Be more likely to analyze and interpret global social phenomena as socially constructed agency enmeshed in social meanings and institutions.
Be more able to analyze the institutions of capitalist societies.
Be more able to analyze the production and reproduction of social meanings.
Be more able to explain the grounding of social phenomena in historical and spatial context.
Be more disposed and able to research social phenomena--aware of theory and existing research, using appropriate methods, and able to
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Be more disposed and able to research social phenomena--aware of theory and existing research, using appropriate methods, and able to
communicate findings of multiple forms to promote informed action.
Effectively communicate sociological understanding in written and oral presentations.
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Spanish
Faculty
Spanish Program
Spanish Minor Student Learning Outcomes
Spanish Minor Requirements
Spanish Teacher Certification (Ages 6-13/10-21, grades k-12) Minor Student Learning Outcomes
Spanish Teacher Certification (Ages 6-13/10-21, grades k-12) Minor Requirements
Faculty
Jeanette Pucheu, Associate Professor
Spanish Program
The Spanish program introduces students to the Spanish language and Hispanic culture. The various courses offered enable students to lay the groundwork for
fluency in Spanish and to enhance practical language skills for specific career purposes.
Students may choose either the Liberal Arts Minor or the Teacher Certification (Ages 6-13 / 10-21, grades k-12) Minor. The Spanish MC-EA/grades 6-13 teacher
certification minor is closed to enrollments as of May 1, 2019. Students may elect to submit for approval a proposal for a Spanish Studies major in conjunction
with UW-Superior's cooperating institution in San José, Costa Rica.
*Notice: Due to pending licensure program approvals by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI), program requirements are subject to change for
students entering Fall 2019. Students affected by any approved changes which occur in the 2019-2021 catalog will be formally notified by the UW-Superior
Educator Preparation Program.
The Spanish program seeks to educate students to become more effective participants in the global community by promoting international and ethnic
awareness and sensitivity to other cultures.
Spanish Minor Student Learning Outcomes
Demonstrate proficiency in listening and reading of the target language.1.
Demonstrate proficiency in speaking and writing of the target language.2.
Explain aspects of the target language culture including differences from their own cultures.3.
Make connections in critical and/or creative thinking in a foreign language and other academic disciplines, including in the English language.4.
Spanish Minor Requirements
21 total credits
Spanish Required Courses (12 credits required):
SPAN 101: Beginning Spanish I -- 3.00 credits
SPAN 102: Beginning Spanish II -- 3.00 credits
SPAN 201: Intermediate Spanish I -- 3.00 credits
SPAN 202: Intermediate Spanish II -- 3.00 credits
(Any or all of the above courses can be reduced or eliminated by making a grade of B- or better in the next higher course. For example, a student who completes
a 300 level Spanish course with a grade of B- or better will receive retro-credits to his or her transcript for SPAN 101, 102, 201, and 202 for a total of 12
retro-credits in Spanish.)
Spanish Elective Courses (9 credits required):
SPAN 300: Advanced Spanish -- 3.00 credits
SPAN 303: Latin American Culture and Civilization -- 3.00 credits
SPAN 315: Voices of Hispanic Women -- 3.00 credits
SPAN 350: Latino Culture in the U.S. -- 3.00 credits
SPAN 360: Special Topics in Literature and Culture -- 3.00 - 9.00 credits
SPAN 399: Study Abroad -- 1.00 - 6.00 credits
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SPAN 498: Independent Study -- 1.00 - 6.00 credits
Spanish Teacher Certification (Ages 6-13/10-21, grades k-12) Minor
Student Learning Outcomes
Demonstrate proficiency in listening and reading of the target language.1.
Demonstrate proficiency in speaking and writing of the target language.2.
Explain aspects of the target language culture including differences from their own cultures.3.
Make connections in critical and/or creative thinking in a foreign language and other academic disciplines, including in the English language.4.
Be prepared to teach a foreign language incorporating the Five C's (Communication, Culture, Connections, Comparisons, and Community) as the
standards for language learning.
5.
Spanish Teacher Certification (Ages 6-13/10-21, grades k-12) Minor
Requirements
The Spanish minor for teacher certification at the MC-EA/Ages 6-12 level is closed for enrollment as of May 1, 2019.
*Notice: Due to pending licensure program approvals by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instructor (DPI), program requirements are subject to change for
students entering Fall 2019. Students affected by any approved changes which occur in the 2019-2021 catalog will be formally notified by the UW-Superior
Educator Preparation Program.
24 total credits
Spanish Required Courses (12 credits required):
SPAN 101: Beginning Spanish I -- 3.00 credits
SPAN 102: Beginning Spanish II -- 3.00 credits
SPAN 201: Intermediate Spanish I -- 3.00 credits
SPAN 202: Intermediate Spanish II -- 3.00 credits
(Any or all of the above courses can be reduced or eliminated by making a grade of B- or better in the next higher course. For example, a student who completes
a 300 level Spanish course with a grade of B- or better will receive retro-credits to his or her transcript for SPAN 101, 102, 201, and 202 for a total of 12
retro-credits in Spanish.)
Teacher Education Required Course (3 credits required):
WLLED 339: Methods of Teaching World Languages -- 3.00 credits
Spanish Elective Courses (9 credits required):
SPAN 300: Advanced Spanish -- 3.00 credits
SPAN 303: Latin American Culture and Civilization -- 3.00 credits
SPAN 315: Voices of Hispanic Women -- 3.00 credits
SPAN 350: Latino Culture in the U.S. -- 3.00 credits
SPAN 360: Special Topics in Literature and Culture -- 3.00 - 9.00 credits
SPAN 399: Study Abroad -- 1.00 - 6.00 credits
SPAN 498: Independent Study -- 1.00 - 6.00 credits
Notes:
To be certified, a Spanish Teacher Certification Minor must pass Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction certification requirements. To reach the mandated
level of language competence, all Spanish Teacher Certification Minors will be required to spend time in study abroad usually at UW-Superior's cooperating
institution in Costa Rica (or to participate in an alternative 30-day immersion experience).
A student should complete SPAN 202 and usually at least one 300-level Spanish course at UW-Superior before participating in Spanish Study Abroad.
View further information on the UW-Superior Spanish Studies Program. See also the [NAME:OIP] section of this catalog. For more information on the courses
offered, see Spanish in the Course Descriptions section of this catalog.
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Sustainable Management
Faculty and Instructional Staff
Sustainable Management Program (comprehensive)
Sustainable Management Major Requirements (comprehensive)
Sustainable Management Science Certificate Requirements
Sustainable Enterprise Management Certificate Requirements
Faculty and Instructional Staff
Mei Cao, Professor
Sakib Mahmud, Associate Professor
Mark McCoon, Associate Professor
Thomas Reed, Senior Lecturer
Sustainable Management Program (comprehensive)
The Bachelor of Science in Sustainable Management is an interdisciplinary program that helps students gain a broad understanding of the ways in which
business systems, natural systems, and social systems intersect. The curriculum includes courses in:
Environmental studies
Triple bottom line accounting
Natural resource management
Information systems
Logistics, supply chain management, and sustainability
With a Bachelor of Science in Sustainable Management, you will be qualified to help businesses and organizations develop sustainable practices for a global
marketplace while helping to preserve natural resources and strengthen community.
The 21 courses (63 credits) in the bachelor's program provide understanding of the intersections among business, natural sciences, and social systems. Each
course is three credits. There are no electives. The Capstone course is typically taken during the final semester. Created for working adults, the program allows
students to apply previously earned credits (or an associate's degree) toward the online Sustainable Management bachelor's degree. If you have completed the
first two years of a bachelor's degree or if you have 60 credits of transferable coursework, you may apply directly to the program.
This major is offered through online study in collaboration with partner universities UW-Parkside, UW-River Falls, and UW-Stout, with support from
UW-Extension. It is housed in the School of Business and Economics, and supported by the Online Learning.
View additional information.
Sustainable Management Major Requirements (comprehensive)
63 total credits
Required courses:
SMGT 115: Environmental Science and Sustainability -- 3.00 credits
SMGT 220: Systems Thinking -- 3.00 credits
SMGT 230: Triple Bottom Line Accounting for Managers -- 3.00 credits
SMGT 235: Economics in Society and Sustainability -- 3.00 credits
SMGT 240: Business Communication for Sustainable Management -- 3.00 credits
SMGT 250: Sustainable Agriculture and Food Security -- 3.00 credits
SMGT 305: Climate Change and Sustainability -- 3.00 credits
SMGT 310: Ecology and Sustainability -- 3.00 credits
SMGT 320: Renewable Energy for Sustainable Management -- 3.00 credits
SMGT 325: Natural Resource Management -- 3.00 credits
SMGT 330: Marketing for a Sustainable World -- 3.00 credits
SMGT 332: Economics of Environmental Sustainability -- 3.00 credits
SMGT 335: Management and Environmental Information Systems -- 3.00 credits
SMGT 340: Organizational Behavior and Sustainability -- 3.00 credits
SMGT 360: Environmental and Sustainability Policy -- 3.00 credits
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SMGT 370: Logistics, Supply Chain Management, and Sustainability -- 3.00 credits
SMGT 410: Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainability -- 3.00 credits
SMGT 420: The Built Environment and Sustainability -- 3.00 credits
SMGT 435: International Development and Sustainability -- 3.00 credits
SMGT 460: Environment and Society -- 3.00 credits
SMGT 495: Sustainable Management Capstone -- 3.00 credits
Sustainable Management Science Certificate Requirements
12 total credits
Required courses (12 credits):
SMGT 305: Climate Change and Sustainability -- 3.00 credits
SMGT 310: Ecology and Sustainability -- 3.00 credits
SMGT 320: Renewable Energy for Sustainable Management -- 3.00 credits
SMGT 325: Natural Resource Management -- 3.00 credits
Sustainable Enterprise Management Certificate Requirements
Required Courses (12 credits):
SMGT 230: Triple Bottom Line Accounting for Managers -- 3.00 credits
SMGT 235: Economics in Society and Sustainability -- 3.00 credits
SMGT 335: Management and Environmental Information Systems -- 3.00 credits
SMGT 340: Organizational Behavior and Sustainability -- 3.00 credits
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Teacher Education
Faculty and Staff
Teacher Education Program
Special Accreditation
General Policies for Certified Teachers Adding Additional Certifications
Elementary Education Programs
Teacher Education Requirements
Elementary Education Major with Early Childhood Minor
Instruction Minor
Special Education Minor
Early Childhood Education Minor
General Transfer Policies for Elementary Education Majors
Secondary Education Programs
University Studies Requirements for Secondary Education Certification/Licensure
Special Education Teaching Minor With Certification
K-12 Education Programs
Student Teaching and Internship
Successful Completion of the Student Teaching or Internship Experience
Faculty and Staff
Ali, Tanzeem - Assistant Professor, Science Education
Buncher, Michael - Academic Advisor, Data and Assessment Coordinator, and Certification Officer
Carpenter, Amy - Senior Lecturer, Reading and Literacy, Student Teaching Supervisor
Churchill, Mary - Associate Professor, Teacher Education, Department Chair
Flaig, Amy - Academic Advisor and Field Experience Coordinator
Lee-Nichols, Mary - Associate Professor, Teacher Educaiton
Polkowski, Stephanie - Senior Lecturer, Teacher Education
Rady, Tammy - Academic Department Associate
Riek, Jodie - Assistant Professor, Teacher Education
Robertson, Anne - Senior Lecturer, Early Childhood Education
Schuelke, Nicholle - Assistant Professor, Teacher Education
Walkky-Byington, Taylor - Academic Advisor and Recruiter
Zbacnik, Amanda - Assistant Professor, Special Education
Supporting Instructors
Amys, Tanya
Amys, Tony
Bass, Ronelle
Collins, Scott
Dyess, Jonathan
Ferrer, Kia
Geissler, Jody
Graves, Peter
Jenson, Meghan
Ketola, Melissa
Larson, Jon
Larson Kidd, Susan
Pernu, Sally
Rochon, Lynn
Rogers, Sonja
Schmidt, Susan
Walsh, Heather
Zimmer, Amy
Teacher Education Program
Undergraduate Teacher Education Program
The undergraduate Teacher Education (TED) program is designed around the Interstate Teacher Assessment and Support Consortium (InTASC) Model Core
Teaching Standards, a set of well-defined standards which, when attained by students, lead to a strong preparation for teaching at the elementary or secondary
level. These competencies build upon students' General Education/University Studies -coursework. Students are involved in a wide range of learning activities
combining theoretical concerns with practice accomplished through a variety of field experiences. Students are introduced to the classroom early in their
professional training and continue to accept more responsibility throughout their program, culminating with the student teaching experience. The program
attempts to model the kind of learning environments we expect our graduates will create in the elementary and secondary schools.
Special Accreditation
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The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction serves as the accrediting agency for all approved education licensure programs offered at UW-Superior. The
teacher education programs at UW-Superior are reviewed annually using the Continuous Review Process adopted by the Wisconsin Department of Public
Instruction Under PI.34.
*Notice: Due to pending licensure program approvals by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI), program requirements are subject to change for
students entering Fall 2019. Students affected by any approved changes which occur in the 2019-2021 catalog will be formally notified by the UW-Superior
Educator Preparation Program.
General Policies for Certified Teachers Adding Additional Certifications
For additional certifications, a student must show evidence of completion of:
Appropriate coursework by furnishing a list of coursework which has been completed and a list of courses that needs to be completed including the
terms to be taken.
1.
Submission of Student Teaching Application, including required supplemental materials by the application deadline.2.
Additional appropriate standardized test scores must be at the Wisconsin passing levels.3.
Student teaching: nine weeks as assigned by the coordinator of student teaching.4.
Elementary Education Programs
Teacher Education Requirements
The following are the Teacher Education Program Admission requirements:
Program Admission Policy:
Minimum 2.75 GPA based upon the most recent 40 collegiate credits including those earned during the semester of application.
Completion of T ED 100 and T ED 200 with a grade of B or above.
Program Completion Policy:
Minimum 2.75 cumulative GPA.
Completion of all courses in the major with grade of C or above (except for B requirement in T ED 200).
Completion of all courses within the new Instruction Minor with a grade of C or above (except for B requirement in T ED 200) whether taking the
courses individually or taking the courses as a minor.
Content Knowledge Assessment Policy:
Passing score(s) on standarized test(s) approved by the state superintendent which shall include the state's model academic standards.
Catalog Requirement Term
Refer to university policy regarding catalog requirement term. No matter which catalog a student uses for graduation, he or she may be required to meet
new requirements in Teacher Education, especially if new certification/licensure/program admission/student teaching policies have been put in place.
This is specifically relevant for this catalog.
Students must always meet current Department of Public Instruction (DPI) certification/licensure requirements in the state of Wisconsin. DPI certification
standards represent minimal requirements. Teacher Education programs have the right to exceed minimal requirements. Students who do not meet the
requirements for admission to the Teacher Education programs within five years of the date of admission to the university must meet the requirements of
the catalog current at the time of application to the programs. Admission to the programs remains valid for seven years. Students who fail to register for
any classes for two consecutive semesters must reactivate their program status through the Teacher Education program.
High Impact Practices
All education majors must complete one Academic Service-Learning (AS-L) project and the designated Senior Year Experience (SYE). These
High-Impact Practices are included in required courses taken by all education majors. AS-L is embedded in TED 270, and the SYE is completed during
student teaching.
Currently Approved Licensure Programs:
Elementary Education Major with Early Childhood Minor
Elementary Education Major / University Studies Requirements:
All students seeking an elementary education major must complete the university's University Studies requirements or the fulfillment of an AA, AS, BA, or
BS degree from another institution.
The following Department of Public Instruction licensure requirements must be incorporated into the general education/University Studies coursework:
Writing Requirement (WRIT 102)
Communications Requirement (COMM 110)
Math Requirement (general education/University Studies math course)
American Government/Social Studies Requirement (POLS 230 OR POLS 150 + POLS 330)
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History Requirement
Humanities Requirement that includes a Literature Component
Non-Western/Global Studies Requirement
Biological and Physical Sciences (must include an Environmental Science)
Science requirements will be met through:
PHYS 160: Physical Science -- 4.00 credits
AND
GEOL 170: Earth Science for Teachers -- 2.00 credits
ENSC 100: Environmental Science -- 2.00 credits
OR
BIOL 170: Biological Inquiry for Teachers -- 2.00 credits
Elementary Education Major with Early Childhood Minor:
T ED 200: Introduction to Education -- 3.00 credits
T ED 253: Human Development -- 3.00 credits
T ED 270: Multicultural Education -- 3.00 credits
T ED 300: Theories of Student Learning -- 3.00 credits
T ED 394: Principles and Practices of Inclusive Teaching -- 3.00 credits
ARTED 335: Teaching Art in the Elementary Grades -- 3.00 credits
ENGED 275: Developing Literacy -- 3.00 credits
ENGED 370: Reading and Language Arts Methods -- 3.00 credits
ENGED 465: Content Area Literacy -- 3.00 credits
HHPED 343: Physical Education Methods/Curriculum for Classroom Teachers -- 3.00 credits
HHPED 344: Health Methods/Curriculum for Classroom Teachers -- 3.00 credits
MTHED 250: Essentials of Mathematics for Elementary Teachers -- 3.00 credits
MTHED 322: Teaching Elementary/Middle School Mathematics -- 3.00 credits
MTHED 323: Teaching Elementary/Middle School Mathematics II -- 3.00 credits
MUSED 383: Teaching Music in the Elementary School -- 3.00 credits
NSED 321: Teaching Elementary/Middle School Science -- 3.00 credits
SSED 331: Elementary/Middle School Social Studies -- 3.00 credits
TED 441 (or 448) Student Teaching (Internship) in the Elementary/Middle School-12 creduts
Current Early Childhood Minor:
ECED 252: Foundations of Early Childhood -- 3.00 credits
ECED 353: Exceptional Needs of Young Children -- 3.00 credits
ECED 357: Early Childhood Methods -- 3.00 credits
[[ENGED 463]]
ECED 479: Family and Culture -- 3.00 credits
ECED 486: Administration of Child Development Programs -- 3.00 credits
ECED 481: Seminars in Early Childhood -- 0.50 - 4.00 credits
Current Elmentary Education Major With Elementary Education (MC-EA) minor:
T ED 200: Introduction to Education -- 3.00 credits
T ED 253: Human Development -- 3.00 credits
T ED 270: Multicultural Education -- 3.00 credits
T ED 300: Theories of Student Learning -- 3.00 credits
T ED 407: The Middle School and Its Students -- 3.00 credits
T ED 394: Principles and Practices of Inclusive Teaching -- 3.00 credits
ARTED 335: Teaching Art in the Elementary Grades -- 3.00 credits
ENGED 275: Developing Literacy -- 3.00 credits
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ENGED 370: Reading and Language Arts Methods -- 3.00 credits
ENGED 465: Content Area Literacy -- 3.00 credits
HHPED 343: Physical Education Methods/Curriculum for Classroom Teachers -- 3.00 credits
HHPED 344: Health Methods/Curriculum for Classroom Teachers -- 3.00 credits
MTHED 250: Essentials of Mathematics for Elementary Teachers -- 3.00 credits
MTHED 322: Teaching Elementary/Middle School Mathematics -- 3.00 credits
MTHED 323: Teaching Elementary/Middle School Mathematics II -- 3.00 credits
MUSED 383: Teaching Music in the Elementary School -- 3.00 credits
NSED 321: Teaching Elementary/Middle School Science -- 3.00 credits
SSED 331: Elementary/Middle School Social Studies -- 3.00 credits
Elementary Education Minor Options Under Currently Approved Program
English Ed (MC-EA)
Geography Ed (MC-EA)
Health Ed (MC-EA) Requires additional Praxis Exam
Language Arts (Broad Field) (MC-EA)
Math (MC-EA)
Science Ed for Elementary Majors (MC-EA) (Broad Field)
Social Studies Ed (MC-EA)
Spanish Ed (MC-EA)
Requires TOEFL
*Notice: Due to pending licensure program approvals by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI), program requirements are subject to
change for students entering Fall 2019. Students affected by any approved changes which occur in the 2019-2021 catalog will be formally notified by the
UW-Superior Educator Preparation Program.
The Elementary Education Major and the Instruction Minor combination are under consideration by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.
University Studies Requirement: All students seeking an elementary education major must complete the university's University Studies requirements or
the fulfillment of an AA, AS, BA, or BS degree from another institution that includes an environmental science course (BIOL 170).
Elementary Education Major
To be eligible for the Wisconsin K-9 teaching license, students must successfully complete the Elementary Education major, the Instruction Minor, and
Student Teaching. A grad of C must be earned in all major and minor courses (except for B in T ED 200). This license also requires a passing score on
the edTPA, the Wisconsin Foundation of Reading Test, and the Praxis II Middle School Content assessment. One passing edTPA score fulfills all edTPA
requirements.
ENGED 275: Developing Literacy -- 3.00 credits
ENGED 370: Reading and Language Arts Methods -- 3.00 credits
ENGED 406: Children's Literature -- 3.00 credits
MTHED 250: Essentials of Mathematics for Elementary Teachers -- 3.00 credits
MTHED 322: Teaching Elementary/Middle School Mathematics -- 3.00 credits
MTHED 323: Teaching Elementary/Middle School Mathematics II -- 3.00 credits
NSED 321: Teaching Elementary/Middle School Science -- 3.00 credits
SSED 331: Elementary/Middle School Social Studies -- 3.00 credits
Selection six (6) credits from the elementary education methods courses in Art, Health, Music and/or Physical Education.
Students must also complete twelve (12) credits of student teaching T ED 441-448 as directed by the Field Experience Office.
Instruction Minor
This minor is intended to be paired with an eligible DPI-approved licensure area offered at UW-Superior. Elementary Education majors must complete
this minor to be eligible for the Wisconsin K-9 teaching license. Student teaching and all other licensure requirements must also be successfully
completed. This minor is not available to non-education majors. A grade of C is required for all courses in this minor (except for B requirements in T ED
200.
T ED 100: Orientation to Teacher Education -- 1.00 credits
T ED 200: Introduction to Education -- 3.00 credits
T ED 270: Multicultural Education -- 3.00 credits
T ED 300: Theories of Student Learning -- 3.00 credits
T ED 339: Instructional and Assessment Strategies -- 3.00 credits
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T ED 394: Principles and Practices of Inclusive Teaching -- 3.00 credits
T ED 407: The Middle School and Its Students -- 3.00 credits
ENGED 465: Content Area Literacy -- 3.00 credits
The proposed programming also offers two additional license opportunities for students completing the Elementary Education Major and the Instruction
Minor. These additional courses must be completed for a student to be eligible for a Wisconsin K-12 Special Education license and/or a Wisconsin
Birth-Grade 3 license. A grade of C is required for all courses.
Special Education Minor
This array of courses must be taken in conjunction with the Elementary Education Major and the Instruction Minor to be eligible for a Wisconsin K-12
Special Education license. This license also requires a passing score on the edTPA, the Wisconsin Foundations of Reading Test, and the Praxis II Middle
School Content assessment. One passing edTPA score fulfills all edTPA requirements.
This minor is available only to Elementary Education majors.
SPED 283: The Exceptional Child -- 3.00 credits
SPED 355: Interventions/Methods in Services in Special Education -- 3.00 credits
SPED 375: Individual Educational Assessment and IEP Development -- 3.00 credits
SPED 493: Inclusive Management Strategies -- 3.00 credits
SPED 488: Methods in Special Education -- 3.00 credits
SPED 496: Practicum in Special Education -- 3.00 credits
ECED 479: Family and Culture -- 3.00 credits
All other licensing requirements must be successfully completed.
Early Childhood Education Minor
This array of courses must be taken in conjunction with the Elementary Education Major and the Instruction Minor to be eligible for a Wisconsin
Birth-Grade 3 license. This license also requires a passing score on the edTPA, the Wisconsin Foundations of Reading Test, and the Praxis II
Elementary School Content assessment. One passing edTPA score fulfills all edTPA requirements. A grade of C is required for all courses.
This minor is available only to Elementary Education major.
ECED 252: Foundations of Early Childhood -- 3.00 credits
ECED 353: Exceptional Needs of Young Children -- 3.00 credits
ECED 355: Child Guidance -- 3.00 credits
ECED 357: Early Childhood Methods -- 3.00 credits
ECED 479: Family and Culture -- 3.00 credits
ECED 486: Administration of Child Development Programs -- 3.00 credits
[[ENGED 463]]
All other licensing requirements must be successfully completed.
General Transfer Policies for Elementary Education Majors
Complete coursework required for licensure either through receiving transfer credit or by taking courses at UW-Superior.1.
A student who is already certified in secondary education (EA-A level) must meet the student teaching requirements of the desired elementary
licensure level.
2.
In order for an education course from another institution to be considered as a substitute for a methods course at UW-Superior, it must at a
minimum have equivalent credit hours.
3.
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No education course that is more than five years old may be used to satisfy degree requirements.4.
Secondary Education Programs
Options are available for students seeking licensure in secondary education in Wisconsin. Each of these major currently leads to Early
Adolescence-Adolescence (EA-A) licensure (Ages 10-21; grades 5-12) in their respective content area. Students are also required to complete a minor and
should consult with their advisor to select a minor to complement their teaching (EA-A) major. Content area course requirements for each of the secondary
education programs are available within the content area's section of the course catalog. Please consult your advisor for any content changes being proposed
to the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.
University Studies Requirements for Secondary Education
Certification/Licensure
Secondary or K-12 teacher curriculum graduates may receive the Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Fine Arts, Bachelor of Music Education or Bachelor of Science
degree. (See requirements in major.)
Secondary or K-12 teacher certification students are required to meet the University Studies requirements of the university. The Teacher Education faculty is
committed to building upon the preparation brought by the liberally educated student at this institution. Teachers at the secondary and K-12 levels must
exemplify the attributes of a liberally educated person.
All secondary and K-12 teacher certification candidates with a previous bachelor's degree must meet licensure requirements as outlined in PI-34 Wisconsin
Teacher Education Program Approval and Licenses Law.
Current Professional Requirements for Secondary Certification/Licensure
The professional requirements for secondary education certification/licensure students consist of courses in the Teacher Education programs, appropriate
methods courses in the major and minor areas, foundationl courses in education and student teaching.
Current Professional Education required courses (26 credits required):
T ED 200: Introduction to Education -- 3.00 credits
T ED 253: Human Development -- 3.00 credits
T ED 270: Multicultural Education -- 3.00 credits
T ED 300: Theories of Student Learning -- 3.00 credits
T ED 339: Instructional and Assessment Strategies -- 3.00 credits
T ED 407: The Middle School and Its Students -- 3.00 credits
ENGED 465: Content Area Literacy -- 3.00 credits
T ED 394: Principles and Practices of Inclusive Teaching -- 3.00 credits
Methods Courses in major/minor fields-2.00-4.00 credits
Teaching Experience required course (12 credits required):
T ED 442: Student Teaching in the Middle/Secondary School -- 6.00 - 12.00 credits
T ED 443: Student Teaching in Special Areas-Early Childhood-Adolescence (4-18) -- 6.00 - 12.00 credits
T ED 449: Internship in Middle/Secondary School Teaching -- 6.00 - 12.00 credits
T ED 450: Internship in Special Areas Teaching K-12 -- 6.00 - 12.00 credits
Note: T ED 407 Required for students seeking Wisconsin EA-A certification and strongly recommended for students seeking Wisconsin EC-A (pre-K-post high
school) certification
Special Education Teaching Minor With Certification
Current Undergraduate Special Education Teaching Minor With Certification
*Notice: Due to pending licensure program approvals by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI), program requirements are subject to change for
students entering Fall 2019. Students affected by any approved changes which occur in the 2019-2021 catalog will be formally notified by the
UW-Superior Educator Program.
This minor prepares students to be highly qualified inclusion teachers as well as
cross-categorical special education teachers. Elementary Education
majors who minor in special education and complete a student teaching experience in special education may be eligible for licensure in special education as a
cross-categorical special educator. This type of license allows you to serve students with mild and moderate disabilities in the grade levels 1-12, depending on
your practicum and student teaching experiences. You will have an emphasis area during your minor in one of the following: Specific Learning Disability,
Emotional Behavioral Disorder, or Cognitive Disability. Assignments will determine your area of emphasis.
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The current special education minor that leads to the cross-categorical special education license is a direct pathway for an elementary education major. The 21
credits of the Special Education Teaching Minor align directly to the Elementary Education major. The testing requirements are the same as well: PRAXIS II -
Middle School Content and the Foundations of Reading Test.
Those students who are double minoring in Early Childhood and Special Education would be required to take the 21-credit minor, the testing requirements for
special education, and T ED 407.
Student Teaching Requirements as determined by the Educator Preparation Program:
T ED 453: Student Teaching SPED Elementary and Middle School -- 6.00 - 12.00 credits
OR
T ED 454: Student Teaching SPED Middle and High School -- 6.00 - 12.00 credits
K-12 Education Programs
Three options are currently available for students seeking licensure in K-12 education in Wisconsin. All three comprehensive majors lead to an Early
Childhood-Adolescence (EC-A) licensure (Ages 4-18; grades PK-12) in their respective content area. Program requirements for each of the K-12 education
programs are available within the content area's section of the course catalog. Please consult your advisor or the content area department for the most recent
program requirements.
Current Professional Requirements for K-12 Certification/Licensure
The professional requirements for K-12 education certification/licensure students consist of courses in the Teacher Education programs, appropriate methods
courses in the major and minor areas, and student teaching.
Professional Education currently required courses (26 credits required):
T ED 200: Introduction to Education -- 3.00 credits
T ED 253: Human Development -- 3.00 credits
T ED 270: Multicultural Education -- 3.00 credits
T ED 300: Theories of Student Learning -- 3.00 credits
T ED 339: Instructional and Assessment Strategies -- 3.00 credits
T ED 407: The Middle School and Its Students -- 3.00 credits
ENGED 465: Content Area Literacy -- 3.00 credits
T ED 394: Principles and Practices of Inclusive Teaching -- 3.00 credits
Methods Courses in major and/or minor fields - 2.00-4.00 credits
Teaching Experience required course (12 credits required)
T ED 442: Student Teaching in the Middle/Secondary School -- 6.00 - 12.00 credits
T ED 443: Student Teaching in Special Areas-Early Childhood-Adolescence (4-18) -- 6.00 - 12.00 credits
T ED 449: Internship in Middle/Secondary School Teaching -- 6.00 - 12.00 credits
T ED 450: Internship in Special Areas Teaching K-12 -- 6.00 - 12.00 credits
Note: T ED 407 Required for students seeking Wisconsin EA-A certification and strongly recommended for students seeking Wisconsin EC-A (pre-K-post high
school) certification
Note: It is recommended that T ED 339 be taken immediately after T ED 300 or concurrently with T ED 300, if needed. The student should consult with his or
her advisor to determine whether this is permitted. Before the student is allowed to take the special methods in the majors/minors, he or she is required to have
successfully completed the admission process to the Teacher Education program. Music majors should check with the Music Department for special
requirements.
Art Education (EC-A)
Music Education (EC-A)
Choral/General Music Concentration
Instrumental/General Music Concentration
Physical Education (EC-A)
Student Teaching and Internship
In all student teaching or internship experiences, the student takes charge of classes in off-campus affiliated schools under direction of a cooperating teacher.
The student prepares units of instruction and lesson plans; meets with university supervisors, cooperating teachers, and the coordinator of student teaching/field
experiences in both group and individual situations; participates in co-curricular activities; works with consultants in special areas; and cooperates with school
and community patrons. Clinical experiences prior to student teaching or internship prepare students for successful completion of student teaching or
internship.
Students are required to student teach full-time for at least eighteen weeks in one placement or nine weeks each in two placements based upon the calendar of
the cooperating school(s). Twelve semester credits of full-time student teaching are required for certification.
Students seeking certification in more than two subject areas or certification levels be required to take additional student teaching/internship beyond the
semester depending upon their completed pre-student teaching clinical experiences.
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The internship program is for students who have demonstrated a high level of academic achievement and characteristics that would predict successful
teaching. The program involves solo teaching for up to 50 percent of the day during a full semester. The student will operate under a special license obtained
from the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction and will be under contract to the cooperating school district. School districts must initiate the process for an
internship approval through the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction. Cooperating school districts internship opportunities and are dependent upon
availability within our cooperating school districts.
All coursework in a student's major, minor, University Studies, and education courses is expected to be completed prior to student teaching or internship.
Students should arrange their schedules to permit devoting full time to the student teaching or internship responsibilities. Because student teaching or internship
placement involves many legal and diplomatic considerations, students may not solicit a student teaching or internship placement on their own. Students are
cautioned against having district administrators call on their behalf.
All student teaching must take place within a 400 mile radius of UW-Superior.
Criteria for Application for Student Teaching:
A minimum grade of C in each education course with the exception of a B requirement in T ED 200. Elementary Education majors must earn a
minimum of C in all courses within the major and Instruction minor when approved by DPI), with the exception of a B requirement in T ED 200.
A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (non-rounded) at the time of application as well as at the end of the semester prior to student teaching/internship
experience.
A plan for successful completion of all University Studies, major, minor, education coursework prior to the beginning of student teaching.
Successful completion of the In TASC-aligned Teacher Education portfolio.
Completion of Wisconsin state-required standardized test(s) for licensure areas at level(s) specified by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.
At this time, a passing score or at least two attempts at the Praxis II Content Knowledge Assessment and the Wisconsin Foundations of Reading Test
(required for special education, early childhood and elementary education only) must be on file in the Teacher Education program office by the
application due date. Licensure is not granted until passing scores are on file. This is subject to change based upon DPI requirements.
Submission of Student Teaching Application including required supplemental materials by the application deadline.
If you have any questions about applying for student teaching, contact your advisor.
Successful Completion of the Student Teaching or Internship Experience
At least three written observations by the university supervisor. Additionally, the cooperating teacher needs to complete at lease one written evaluation
as per PI 34.023(2)(h)(2) The student will be evaluated on communication skills, content knowledge, human relations knowledge and pedagogical
knowledge, directly related to the program's standards.
1.
Recommendations of cooperating teachers which document the ability of the student to satisfactorily meet the standards of the program, communication
skills requirements, content knowledge, and human relations knowledge.
2.
Completion of the edTPA and the program's Senior Year Experience requirements.3.
Passing scores on the edTPA, Praxis II, and FORT are not required for graduation; however, passing scores are required to be eligible for Wisconsin
licensure.
4.
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Transportation and Logistics Management
Faculty and Instructional Staff
Program Description
Student Learning Outcomes
Admission Requirements
Transportation and Logistics Management Major Requirements (comprehensive)
Transportation and Logistics Management Major Internships
Transportation and Logistics Research Center
Faculty and Instructional Staff
Richard Stewart, Professor; Director, Transportation and Logistics Research Center
Mei Cao, Professor, Director, School of Business and Economics
Daniel Rust, Assistant Professor
Program Description
The mission of UW-Superior's Transportation and Logistics Management major is to "develop exceptional leaders through the integration of a liberal arts and
business foundation with a Transportation and Logistics Management curriculum and internship."
Transportation management deals with the operational aspects of the five modes of transportation: air, highway, land, marine, rail, and pipeline. Logistics
assumes a systems approach to a wide variety of activities such as materials handling, warehousing, traffic management, inventory control, and packaging.
The major focuses on the management of transportation and logistics as an integrated supply chain system. The T&L Management major offers many career
opportunities. In addition to the thousands of transportation and logistics firms that hire T&L majors, graduates work for governmental agencies in planning,
operations, and analysis. The demands of the global market place require business leaders to have a command of transportation and supply chain management.
The program has a strong international component and draws on many disciplines to produce graduates with problem solving, analytical, teamwork, and
communications skills. In addition to transportation and logistics courses, the students have a foundation of liberal arts and general business courses to assist
in developing ethical decision makers who have a global perspective and a lifetime passion for learning. A significant learning component of the T&L
Management major is the required 6-8 week internship. Students have performed internships with government agencies and private companies across the
United States and overseas.
The T&L Management major is the only transportation or logistics undergraduate major in Wisconsin. Students learn Supply Chain Management as part of their
T&L core curriculum. Students enjoy the benefits of UW-Superiorr's personal attention from faculty and its quality business courses, as well as Superior-Duluth's
role as a North American transportation hub-for all five modes of transportation.
Student Learning Outcomes
The Transportation and Logistics Management major is committed to the UW-Superior Campus learning assessment plan. T&L student learning outcomes and
assessment metrics are developed through a collaborative continuous improvement process that integrates input from the campus and business communities.
Our program's student learning outcomes are:
Knowledge of the functional areas of accounting, marketing, finance, and management.1.
Knowledge of the legal, social, and economic environments of business.2.
Knowledge of the global environment of business.3.
Knowledge of the ethical obligations and responsibilities of business.4.
The ability to use decision-support tools.5.
The ability to communicate effectively.6.
The ability to apply knowledge of business concepts and functions in an integrated manner.7.
Knowledge of transportation operations and supply chain management, as well as related global, ethical, cultural, environmental, technological,
regulatory, and risk management issues faced by transportation and supply chain managers.
8.
Admission Requirements
See the School of Business and Economics admission requirements and policies.
Transportation and Logistics Management Major Requirements
(comprehensive)
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62 total credits
Required School of Business & Economics core courses (33 credits):
BUS 101: Introduction to Business -- 3.00 credits
MATH 151: Calculus for Business, Life, and Social Sciences -- 3.00 credits
or
MATH 240: Calculus and Analytic Geometry I -- 4.00 credits
ACCT 200: Financial Accounting -- 3.00 credits
ACCT 201: Managerial Accounting -- 3.00 credits
BUS 211: Business Law I -- 3.00 credits
ECON 250: Principles Of Microeconomics -- 3.00 credits
ECON 251: Principles Of Macroeconomics -- 3.00 credits
BUS 270: Business Statistics -- 3.00 credits
BUS 370: Principles Of Marketing -- 3.00 credits
BUS 380: Principles Of Management -- 3.00 credits
FIN 320: Principles Of Finance -- 3.00 credits
Required T&L major courses (minimum 20 credits):
TRSP 300: Supply Chain Management -- 3.00 credits
GEOG 302: Economic Geography -- 3.00 credits
LSTU 303: Environmental Law and Regulation -- 3.00 credits
ECON 333: Transportation Economics -- 3.00 credits
TRSP 430: International and Intermodal Transportation Management -- 3.00 credits
ECON 430: International Economics -- 3.00 credits
or
BUS 430: International Business -- 3.00 credits
Transportation six-week internship: (minimum 2 credits required) See Internship section
TRSP 400: Transportation Internship -- 2.00 - 7.00 credits
And at least three of the following courses (9 credits required):
TRSP 301: Study Abroad -- 0.00 - 6.00 credits
TRSP 305: Air Transportation Management -- 3.00 credits
TRSP 315: Land Transportation Management -- 3.00 credits
TRSP 325: Marine Transportation Management -- 3.00 credits
TRSP 401: Advanced Supply Chain Management -- 3.00 credits
TRSP 402: Urban Planning and Transportation Systems -- 3.00 credits
TRSP 405: Port and Terminal Management -- 3.00 credits
Notes:
Students with more than one major in SBE must have a minimum 5 course difference between majors. The 5 or more courses that differ between majors must
be a combination of required major/concentration courses and elective courses.
Transportation and Logistics Management Major Internships
The internship program is designed to provide an opportunity for an upper-level student to gain valuable experience with a transportation/logistics: company,
government agency, or not-for-profit. The student would be able to apply the knowledge they have learned in the classroom and from readings to an operating
organization. The intent is to expand that static knowledge in a dynamic setting and to assist the organization in a productive manner. The student will then bring
that knowledge back to the university and share his or her experience and insight in the classroom enriching other students and faculty. The
transportation/logistics organization is able, at a relatively low expense, to utilize the services of a student whose education and drive is focused on serving that
industry. The organization has an opportunity to evaluate a potential employee and give current employees additional leadership experience as they mentor the
student. In addition when the organization provides feedback to the university on the internship program, they help shape the education of their future
employees.
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Internship Time Frame:
A minimum six-week long internship for 2 credits is required of all Transportation and Logistics Management Majors. A typical workweek is 20 to 40 hours.
Students, in cooperation with a company, may elect to do a longer internship. Internships of eight weeks are quite common, and some companies and students
seek a 15-week long semester internship. After the initial six weeks, students may be awarded 1 credit for each additional 45 hours provided that the student
also completes all required academic assignments associated with the internship. The credit is awarded on a pass/fail basis and is from two to seven credits
total.
Academic Requirements:
While serving as interns the students are required to keep a daily log that describes the type of activity that they are engaged in each working day. The students
are required to submit a final report that we request that they have reviewed by their supervisor prior to sending to the University. Upon their return to the
university, the students are required to make a formal public presentation to the faculty or in one of the Transportation and Logistics Management courses. The
formal presentation will either describe the operations of the firm or a project that the student completed while on the internship. Representatives from the firm
would be welcome to attend these presentations
Transportation and Logistics Research Center
Staff
Richard Stewart, Professor, Director
Mei Cao, Professor
Daniel Rust, Assistant Professor
Cassandra Roemhildt, Financial Specialist
History
The Transportation and Logistics Research Center (TLRC) was founded in 1999 with a mission to provide applied transportation, logistics, and supply chain
research, education, and advisory services that benefit the region's economy. The TLRC is continually active in transportation and logistics research projects.
The faculty and academic staff associated with the center have training in economics, accounting, geography, statistics, transportation, logistics, and various
other business disciplines. Since its founding in 1999, the center has received more than $10 million in grants and endowments. The TLRC is part of the School
of Business and Economics and is located in Erlanson Hall Room 105.
The mission of the TLRC is to provide applied transportation and logistics research, education, and advisory services that advance the economy of
the region.
Through its strategic goals (as listed below) the center works to promote and enhance its mission:
Be actively involved in applied research projects that enhance the region's transportation and logistics systems.
Develop and distribute informational publications and presentations to the academic community and general public.
Establish continuing education courses in transportation and logistics to improve the economic effectiveness and safety of the region's transportation
systems.
Accept recommendations from the advisory board of professionals to continuously improve the center's service to the university and the community.
The Transportation and Logistics Advisory Board is composed of representatives from key sectors of the transportation and logistics industry and are
uniquely able to assist in creating excellence in education.
Initiate distinguished speaker series to provide university and community opportunities to learn from and meet leaders in the field.
Organize seminars and workshops that expose the region to new ideas and highlight opportunities.
Projects and Research
The Transportation and Logistics Research Center partners with many different local and national organizations on research projects, seminars, outreach, and
education. Examples of these companies and organizations include:
CN Railroad
Key Lakes 1, Inc.
BNSF Railroad
Halvor Lines, Inc.
Duluth Port Authority
Dart Transit
Con-way Freight
Metropolitan Interstate Committee
Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Minnesota Department of Transportation
Duluth/Superior Transportation Association
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Institute of Supply Management -- Lake Superior Chapter
Propeller Club of Duluth-Superior
Council of Supply Chain Management -- Twin Cities and North East Wisconsin Roundtables
Transportation Club of Minneapolis and St. Paul
Intermodal Association of North America
Women's Transportation Seminar
U.S. Department of Transportation
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
U.S. Coast Guard
The Transportation and Logistics Research Center is an active member of the following research organizations.
Great Lakes Maritime Research Institute (GLMRI):
GLMRI represents a consortium of the University of Wisconsin-Superior Transportation and Logistics Research Center and the University of Minnesota Duluth
Swenson College of Science and Engineering and Labovitz School of Business and Economics. The GLMRI was established in 2004, and on June 1, 2005 the
U.S. Maritime Administration designated GLMRI as a National Maritime Enhancement Institute. This National Maritime Enhancement Institute is dedicated to
developing and improving economically and environmentally sustainable maritime commerce on the Great Lakes through applied research.
The director of the Transportation and Logistics Research Center, Dr. Richard Stewart, also serves as a co-director of the GLMRI.
To learn about the latest research efforts in marine transportation, logistics, economics, engineering, environmental planning, and port management, visit
http://www.glmri.org/
Wisconsin Space Grant Consortium
UW-Superior is a member of the Wisconsin Space Grant Consortium (WSGC). The University's T&L Research Center hosted the 17th annual meeting in 2007
and the 26th annual meeting in 2016. UW-Superior has been awarded student scholarships and grants for research and outreach.
https://spacegrant.carthage.edu
Council of University Transportation Centers (CUTC)
UW-Superior's Transportation and Logistics Research Center is a member of CUTC. Collectively, council members have advanced the state of the art in all
modes and disciplines of transportation. In doing so, they have made significant and lasting contributions to the nation's mobility, economy, and defense. In
2014 council's membership consisted of 97 of the nation's leading university-based transportation research centers. Membership in the council is limited to any
organized center, institute, division, unit, or specifically identifiable organization devoted to transportation research, education and technology transfer that is an
integral part of a university or four-year college.
Student Research Opportunities
The Transportation and Logistics Research Center offers the opportunity to qualified students looking to become involved in undergraduate research. Student
research opportunities vary each semester depending on the number of ongoing projects. Opportunities include part-time jobs, student research assistantships,
fellowships and internships to help students gain valuable research experience, and further their education goals.
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Visual Arts
Faculty and Staff
Student Learning Outcomes
Art Education concentration (comprehensive) requirements
Art Therapy concentration (comprehensive) requirements
Art, Studio Art concentration (Bachelor of Fine Arts) (comprehensive) requirements
Program Description
Mission
Art Minor requirements
Faculty and Staff
Timothy Cleary, Professor
Gloria Eslinger, Professor
Olawole Famule, Professor
Michael Maguire, Associate Professor
Shannon Cousino, Senior Lecturer
Susan Maguire, Senior Lecturer
Student Learning Outcomes
Visual Art majors will develop self-awareness and self-expression through artistic inquiry.1.
Visual Art majors will make engaging works of art.2.
Visual Art majors will identify, describe, evaluate, and interpret art forms using the art historical vocabularies, theories, and contexts relevant to the
cultures from which they originate.
3.
Visual Art majors will demonstrate effective spoken and written communication.4.
Visual Art majors will promote self-awareness and expression in others.5.
Art Education concentration (comprehensive) requirements
The Art Education Concentration certifies graduates to teach art at level birth-21. No minor required. See advisor for Art Education Portfolio requirement.
All EC-Art licensure students must also meet the Professional Education Certification requirements. Please see the Teacher Education section of the catalog for
certification requirements. Students are also required to pass a subject-specific exam designated by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction before
being placed for student teaching.
*Notice: Due to pending licensure program approvals by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI), program requirements are subject to change for
students entering Fall 2019. Students affected by any approved changes which occur in the 2019-2021 catalog will be formally notified by the UW-Superior
Educator Program.
60 total credits
Art required courses:
ART 200: Design Fundamentals -- 3.00 credits
ART 202: Professional Practices in Visual Arts -- 3.00 credits
ART 205: Drawing 1 -- 3.00 credits
ART 209: Digital Foundations for Visual Arts -- 3.00 credits
ART 210: Painting 1 -- 3.00 credits
ART 221: Art History Survey:The Ancient World to the Renaissance -- 4.00 credits
ART 222: Art History Survey:Renaissance to Modern Art -- 4.00 credits
ART 240: Printmaking 1 -- 3.00 credits
ART 241: Photography 1 -- 3.00 credits
ART 260: Sculpture 1 -- 3.00 credits
or
ART 275: Metalwork 1 -- 3.00 credits
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ART 270: Ceramics 1 -- 3.00 credits
ART 279: Fibers 1 -- 3.00 credits
ART 302: Gallery Practices -- 3.00 credits
ART 327: Modern Art -- 4.00 credits
ARTED 335: Teaching Art in the Elementary Grades -- 3.00 credits
ARTED 339: Teaching Art in Secondary Schools -- 3.00 credits
ARTED 481: Adaptive Art for the Classroom -- 3.00 credits
ART 491: Visual Arts Capstone -- 0.00 credits
Studio Art electives:
(6 credits in one studio art area with at least 3 credits at 300 level or above)
Art Therapy concentration (comprehensive) requirements
The Art Therapy concentration combines course work in art with 9 credits of psychology. No minor required.
59 total credits
ART 200: Design Fundamentals -- 3.00 credits
ART 202: Professional Practices in Visual Arts -- 3.00 credits
ART 205: Drawing 1 -- 3.00 credits
ART 210: Painting 1 -- 3.00 credits
ART 222: Art History Survey:Renaissance to Modern Art -- 4.00 credits
ART 270: Ceramics 1 -- 3.00 credits
ART 302: Gallery Practices -- 3.00 credits
ART 327: Modern Art -- 4.00 credits
ART 491: Visual Arts Capstone -- 0.00 credits
ART 445: Expressive Arts For Change -- 3.00 credits
ART 483: Art Therapy Fundamentals -- 3.00 credits
ART 484: The Development of Creative Functioning -- 3.00 credits
Art Therapy Elective courses (6 credits required):
ART 402: Art Therapy Seminar -- 3.00 credits
or
ART 485: Art Therapy Techniques -- 3.00 credits
and
ART 350: Mindfulness in Art -- 3.00 credits
or
ART 419: Multi Modal Art Therapy -- 3.00 credits
Studio Art Electives - (9 credits required) (Allowing ART 209, informational only)
Psychology courses (9 credits required):
9 semester hour credits in psychology including (but not limited to) Psychopathology/Abnormal; Human Growth & Development; Psychological Assessment;
Counseling/Psychological Theories (Must be 300 or 400 level courses)
Art, Studio Art concentration (Bachelor of Fine Arts) (comprehensive)
requirements
60 total credits
Required courses:
ART 200: Design Fundamentals -- 3.00 credits
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ART 202: Professional Practices in Visual Arts -- 3.00 credits
ART 205: Drawing 1 -- 3.00 credits
ART 209: Digital Foundations for Visual Arts -- 3.00 credits
ART 210: Painting 1 -- 3.00 credits
ART 221: Art History Survey:The Ancient World to the Renaissance -- 4.00 credits
ART 222: Art History Survey:Renaissance to Modern Art -- 4.00 credits
ART 240: Printmaking 1 -- 3.00 credits
ART 241: Photography 1 -- 3.00 credits
ART 260: Sculpture 1 -- 3.00 credits
or
ART 275: Metalwork 1 -- 3.00 credits
ART 270: Ceramics 1 -- 3.00 credits
ART 279: Fibers 1 -- 3.00 credits
ART 302: Gallery Practices -- 3.00 credits
ART 327: Modern Art -- 4.00 credits
ART 404: Issues in Visual Arts -- 3.00 credits
ART 491: Visual Arts Capstone -- 0.00 credits
ART Electives - Studio Art/Art History courses 300 level or higher (12 credits required)
Program Description
UW-Superior's Visual Arts Department offers many options that enable you to develop your talents and pursue a meaningful career. Students can major in
Visual Arts with concentrations in Art Education, Art Therapy or Studio Art.
Mission
The Visual Arts Department of the University of Wisconsin-Superior prepares students to be innovative, reflective, articulate and ethical professionals. Students
develop technical and relational competence, informed aesthetic discernment, and a contextual understanding of contemporary practices with a commitment to
diversity.
Art Minor requirements
23 total credits
ART 200: Design Fundamentals -- 3.00 credits
ART 205: Drawing 1 -- 3.00 credits
ART 221: Art History Survey:The Ancient World to the Renaissance -- 4.00 credits
ART 222: Art History Survey:Renaissance to Modern Art -- 4.00 credits
Any Visual Art electives (Studio Art, Art History, Art Therapy, or Art Education) excluding ART 101 - (9 credits required)
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Writing
Faculty and Academic Staff
Writing Program Description
Writing Major Requirements
Student Learning Outcomes
Writing Minor Requirements
Faculty and Academic Staff
Faculty
Julie Gard, Associate Professor
Jayson Iwen, Associate Professor
Daniel Lawrence, Assistant Professor
Yvonne Rutford, Associate Professor
Jamie White-Farnham, Associate Professor
Academic Staff
Deborah Faul, Senior Lecturer
Elizabeth Grbavcich, Senior Lecturer
John McCormick, Senior Lecturer
Heather McGrew, Senior Lecturer
Kate Nolin-Smith, Senior Lecturer
Writing Program Description
The Writing Program, housed in the Writing and Library Science Department, offers a wide variety of courses in creative, professional, and academic writing.
These courses include the core writing courses and introductory and advanced writing courses that comprise the Bachelor of Arts degree in Writing and the
Writing Minor.
The Bachelor of Arts degree in Writing offers students depth of study in writing process and craft, creative, academic, professional, and technical writing, and
theories of language and rhetoric both on campus and online. Practice in diverse writing genres prepares students for a wide range of academic and
professional goals. The degree program will prepare students for many types of careers in writing, including freelance work, technical writing, grant writing,
editing, copywriting, and creative writing. Our faculty and staff include many practicing and published writers and scholars.
In addition, we encourage students in any major to take our courses as electives and to consider choosing a minor in writing. Students in any major may choose
a writing minor, offered both on campus and online, to complement the coursework in their major; this includes all Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science
majors. Excellent employment opportunities exist for students who combine a writing minor with any major, since writing is required in most professions.
Students in comprehensive majors may also add a writing minor, and students in the teacher certification majors may add a writing minor in addition to their
required, teachable minors.
Writing is fundamental to a liberal arts education, and proven writing ability is one of the most valuable assets a graduate can have. Employers frequently
consider writing ability and expertise when hiring. Argumentation and persuasion with attention to audience are fundamental abilities required of informed
citizens. Further, the study and practice of language, rhetoric, and writing in its various forms provide an excellent opportunity for creative expression and better
critical thinking. For more information about specific courses, see Writing (WRIT) in the Course Description section of this catalog.
Writing Major Requirements
30 total credits: 15 must be 300+ level
Core (6 credits):
WRIT 250: Introduction to Creative Writing -- 3.00 credits
WRIT 303: Introduction to Rhetoric -- 3.00 credits
Writing in Genres (6 credits):
WRIT 301: Advanced Creative Writing: Nonfiction -- 3.00 credits
WRIT 308: Nature Writing -- 3.00 credits
WRIT 350: Advanced Creative Writing: Fiction -- 3.00 credits
WRIT 352: Advanced Creative Writing: Poetry -- 3.00 credits
WRIT 353: Advanced Creative Writing: Cross-genre -- 3.00 credits
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Writing and Rhetoric (6 credits):
WRIT 307: English Grammar -- 3.00 credits
WRIT 309: Technical Writing -- 3.00 credits
WRIT 401: Advanced Rhetoric: Theory and Practice -- 3.00 credits
WRIT 450: Special Topics in Rhetoric -- 1.00 - 6.00 credits
WRIT 480: Writing and Well-being -- 3.00 credits
Senior Year Experience (3 credits):
WRIT 490: The Writer's Portfolio -- 3.00 credits
WRIT 495 Writing Internship -- 1.00 - 6.00 credits - (must be 3 credits if taken to fulfill the Senior Year Experience)
Electives (9 credits):
WRIT 255: Gender and Sexuality in Writing -- 3.00 credits
WRIT 270: Contemporary Topics in Writing -- 3.00 credits
WRIT 280: Writing on Illness -- 3.00 credits
WRIT 470: Special Topics in Writing -- 1.00 - 6.00 credits
3 elective credits may be selected from the following:
ANTH 340: Language, Culture, and Society -- 3.00 credits
COMM 203: News Writing and Reporting -- 3.00 credits
COMM 348: Writing for Stage and Screen -- 3.00 credits
LSTU 305: Methods of Legal Research and Writing -- 3.00 credits
PSYC 476: Psycholinguistics -- 3.00 credits
ITS 148: Computer Applications for Productivity -- 3.00 credits
15 credits must be taken in courses at the 300 or 400 level. Any WRIT course taken beyond satisfaction of a requirement can be counted as an elective.
The Writing Major is offered as a Bachelor of Arts degree only. Students seeking the B.A. in Writing must complete 6 credits in a world language as determined
by the Writing Program.
All majors must complete one Academic Service-Learning (AS-L) project and one course infused with Center for Undergraduate Research, Scholarship and
Creative Activity (URSCA). These High-Impact Practices are in required courses in the major.
Student Learning Outcomes
Communication
Students will:
Produce original work for multiple purposes and audiences (creative, academic, professional, and public)
Employ conventions of Standard English in writing
Employ savvy rhetorical choices in writing (genre, tone, diction, design, manipulation of conventions, and others)
Individual and Social Responsibility
Students will:
Engage in all stages of the writing process (invention, drafting, revising, editing, proofreading, publication/delivery)
Collaborate within the writing process
Creative and Critical Thinking
Students will:
Demonstrate critical reading of form and content
Demonstrate original thinking, creative expression, and artistic risk
Integrate their own ideas into the larger conversation
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Writing Minor Requirements
21 total credits; 12 must be 300+ level
Core (6 credits):
WRIT 250: Introduction to Creative Writing -- 3.00 credits
WRIT 303: Introduction to Rhetoric -- 3.00 credits
Writing in Genres (3 credits):
WRIT 301: Advanced Creative Writing: Nonfiction -- 3.00 credits
WRIT 308: Nature Writing -- 3.00 credits
WRIT 350: Advanced Creative Writing: Fiction -- 3.00 credits
WRIT 352: Advanced Creative Writing: Poetry -- 3.00 credits
WRIT 353: Advanced Creative Writing: Cross-genre -- 3.00 credits
Writing and Rhetoric (3 credits):
WRIT 307: English Grammar -- 3.00 credits
WRIT 309: Technical Writing -- 3.00 credits
WRIT 401: Advanced Rhetoric: Theory and Practice -- 3.00 credits
WRIT 450: Special Topics in Rhetoric -- 1.00 - 6.00 credits
WRIT 480: Writing and Well-being -- 3.00 credits
Senior Year Experience (3 credits):
WRIT 490: The Writer's Portfolio -- 3.00 credits
WRIT 495 Writing Internship -- 1.00 - 6.00 credits - (must be 3 credits if taken to fulfill the Senior Year Experience)
Electives (6 credits):
WRIT 255: Gender and Sexuality in Writing -- 3.00 credits
WRIT 270: Contemporary Topics in Writing -- 3.00 credits
WRIT 280: Writing on Illness -- 3.00 credits
WRIT 470: Special Topics in Writing -- 1.00 - 6.00 credits
WRIT 480: Writing and Well-being -- 3.00 credits
3 elective credits may be selected from the following:
ANTH 340: Language, Culture, and Society -- 3.00 credits
COMM 203: News Writing and Reporting -- 3.00 credits
COMM 348: Writing for Stage and Screen -- 3.00 credits
LSTU 305: Methods of Legal Research and Writing -- 3.00 credits
PSYC 476: Psycholinguistics -- 3.00 credits
ITS 148: Computer Applications for Productivity -- 3.00 credits
12 credits must be taken in courses at the 300 or 400 level. Any WRIT course taken beyond satisfaction of a requirement can be counted as an elective.
All minors must complete one course infused with Center for Undergraduate Research, Scholarship and Creative Activity (URSCA). This High-Impact Practice
is in required courses in the minor.
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Academic Departments
Communicating Arts
Department of Education
Health and Human Performance
Human Behavior, Justice and Diversity
Mathematics and Computer Science
Music
Natural Sciences
School of Business and Economics
Social Inquiry
Visual Arts
World Languages, Literatures and Cultures
Writing and Library Science
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Communicating Arts
Mission Statement
Faculty and Staff
Majors
Minors
Course Descriptions
Communicating Arts Department Contact Information
Mission Statement
The Communicating Arts Department shares in the mission of the University of Wisconsin-Superior as a public liberal arts institution by blending interdisciplinary
theory and practice in each program area (Communication, Media, and Theatre) through both curricular and co-curricular experiences. The Communicating Arts
Department facilitates the development of student knowledge and communication practices in the areas of personal, professional, social, and artistic endeavor.
Faculty and Staff
Beth Austin - Senior Lecturer, Distance Learning: Media
Martha Einerson - Professor, Communication
Cathy Fank - Professor, Theatre
Ephraim Nikoi - Associate Professor, On Campus and Distance Learning: Communication
Brent Notbohm - Professor, Media
Thomas Notton - Senior Lecturer, Media
Kim Rawson - Senior Lecturer, Distance Learning: Communication
Scott Smith - Senior Lecturer, Distance Learning: Communication
Chad Vollrath - Assistant Professor-Communication
Sue Wedan - Senior Lecturer, Theatre
Alison Wielgus, Assistant Professor, Media
Majors
Communicating Arts Major - Communication Concentration Requirements
Communicating Arts Major - Theatre and Digital Filmmaking Concentration Requirements
Minors
Communication Minor Requirements
Theatre Minor Requirements
Course Descriptions
COMM - Communicating Arts
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
COMM 104 Film and Culture 3.00
Students will learn to analyze films from aesthetic and cultural perspectives in a survey of motion pictures from their beginning to the present
day. A variety of American and/or international films showing significant artistic development will be screened. The on campus course meets
for an additional hour per week to accommodate these in class screenings.
University Studies Requirements:
Fine Arts - Appreciation
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
COMM 110 Introduction to Communication 3.00
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Introduction to concepts and theories of communication and the application of those theories to interpersonal interactions, small group
processes, and public address.
University Studies Requirements:
Communicating Arts
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
COMM 122 Theatre Appreciation 3.00
An introduction to live performance through the study of artistic components involved in the theatrical process.
University Studies Requirements:
Fine Arts - Appreciation
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
COMM 125 Acting for the Stage 3.00
Introduction to the principles of acting for the stage. Students are guided through exercises, concepts and practical acting experience as they
unlock their creative potential.
University Studies Requirements:
Fine Arts - Aesthetic
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
COMM 167 Introduction to Intercultural Communication 3.00
This course focuses on the importance of culture in our everyday lives, and the ways in which culture interrelates with and affects
communication processes.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
COMM 170 Media and Society 3.00
Survey course charts the most significant developments (technological, cultural, regulatory/political, and economic) in the evolution of several
media industries. Students examine key aspects of the changing media landscape-fragmented audiences and multiple channels, increasingly
concentrated patterns of ownership, changes in representation of gender, sexuality, and ethnicity, globalization the evolution of social media,
and fewer sources of, or need for, traditional news-and consider the implications these changes have for individuals, social groups, the
economy, culture, and politics. Emphasizes the building of skills in critical media literacy and analysis.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
COMM 180 Introduction to Technical Theatre 3.00
A hands-on approach to the art of stagecraft. Students will learn and apply techniques in set construction, lighting and sound, scenic painting
and stage properties for theatre productions.
University Studies Requirements:
Fine Arts - Aesthetic
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
COMM 189 Comm Arts Elective 1.00 - 99.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
COMM 203 News Writing and Reporting 3.00
A basic journalism course in which students practice interviewing, covering events; and writing leads, briefs and shorter news stories, on
deadline. The course offers an introduction to the history of journalism, ethical standards, and libel law.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
COMM 211 Interpersonal Communication 3.00
In-depth examination and analysis of communication in relationships across a range of contexts. Includes theoretical perspectives and applied
frameworks.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is having completed COMM 110 or consent of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
COMM 220 Theatre Portfolio Review 0.00
All theatre majors and minors are required to register for and complete a portfolio review process once a year. Each portfolio must contain a
professional resume and performance materials appropriate to their area of specialization.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
COMM 226 Professional Preparation for Theatre 1.00
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Job market information, resume, and portfolio development as applicable. Field trip may be required. Open to Theatre majors only.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is successful completion of COMM 125 and COMM 180
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
COMM 254 Communication Inquiry 3.00
Exploration of communication theories, everyday ways of theorizing communication, and research methods that help us understand the
complex ways communication shapes our lives. Emphasis includes theory development, interpretation and analysis, research methodologies,
and research design. Students examine the interconnected relationship between theory and method.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
COMM 261 Beginning Digital Filmmaking 3.00
Introduction to basic videography with an extensive hands-on investigation of professional non-linear editing theory and technique.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
COMM 273 Oral Interpretation 3.00
Introduction to the process of lifting words from the page and giving them dimension in a reader’s voice and body.
University Studies Requirements:
Fine Arts - Aesthetic
Typically Offered:
On-campus: Select Semesters
Online: Select Semesters
COMM 289 Comm Arts Elective 1.00 - 99.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
COMM 289AE Communications Elective Aesthetic Experience 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
COMM 289AH Communications Elective Art History 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
COMM 289CA Communications Elective Communicating Arts 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
COMM 289DV Communications Elective Diversity 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
COMM 289GA COMM Elective Global Awareness 1.00 - 12.00
COMM Elective Global Awareness
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
COMM 289NW Communications Elective Non-Western 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
COMM 289SS Communications Elective Social Science 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Social Science
Typically Offered:
COMM 302 Perspectives on Stage and Screen History 3.00
Examination of the relationship between stage and screen texts through the historical lens of a major cycle, movement, nationality, era, author,
or genre. Several feature films, plays, and/or television programs exemplifying historically and critically important aspects of the topic will be
shown and/or read, building an interdisciplinary conversation across mediums. In exploring the historical relationship between stage and
screen, students will develop research and writing skills. Different topics are repeatable.
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Prerequisites:
Completion of COMM 104 or COMM 170, and COMM 122 or consent of instructor.
Typically Offered:
On-campus: Fall, Odd Years
COMM 304 Digital Storytelling and Social Media 3.00
Digital Storytelling and Social Media have become an increasingly important journalistic tool. In this course, students will learn how social
media is used to engage audiences, providing news updates and disseminating information across a variety of platforms using test, images,
audio and video. Students will study current social media posts by journalists and will learn and to apply the techniques of news reporting via
social media.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
COMM 324 Acting for the Screen 3.00
Introduction to the principles and techniques of acting for the screen. Students collaborate on projects to apply concepts and gain experience
acting for the camera.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is having completed COMM 125 and 261.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
COMM 330 Multimedia Journalism 3.00
This course expands the student's basic understanding of journalism; including broadcast writing, reporting and enterprise skills in digital
journalism; developing techniques of interviewing, investigation, breaking news and using social media in a journalistic way. Analysis and
discussion of current events, news values and trends in journalism. Multimedia storytelling skills will be enhanced through hands-on
opportunities. Students will develop newscasts and public affairs content in a variety of platforms and cover campus, community and regional
issues. A final feature project will be created using radio, video, print, podcast or online content.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is having completed COMM 203 or consent of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
COMM 332 Communication in Conflict 3.00
Theoretical and applied exploration and analysis of communication in diverse conflict contexts.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
COMM 348 Writing for Stage and Screen 3.00
Theory and practice in narrative writing for theatre, television and film. Includes study and application of relevant writing formats.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of WRIT 102 or instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
COMM 350 Creative Collaboration in Theatre 1.00 - 3.00
Specialized study and/or practice in theatrical production. Students register for 1-3 credits based upon the part, assignment and/or duties they
have in a particular production. Instructor consent required. repeatable up to 12 credits. Arranged.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
COMM 353 Persuasion 3.00
Cultural and critical principles and dimensions of persuasion, including the style and structures of persuasion in diverse modes of
communicating.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is having completed COMM 110 or consent of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
COMM 356 Community Engagement in Ghana-Study Abroad 1.00 - 6.00
Communication is an essential part of community engagement. This course is an experiential course designed to enhance the intercultural
communication competence of students as well as to expose them to the challenges and rewards of community development in a developing
country. Travel to Ghana occurs over J-Term. Students register for partial credit in both Fall and Spring semesters. Students may register for
up to 6 credits. Arranged.
Typically Offered:
J-Term Only
COMM 361 Intermediate Digital Filmmaking 3.00
Project-intensive course in which students produce, direct, and edit digital film projects. A variety of theories, techniques, and methods will be
studied and applied to the student productions. Repeatable for up to 6 credits.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is having completed COMM 261 or consent of instructor.
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Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
COMM 365 The Director and the Text 3.00
An approach to dramatic texts from the director's perspective. Particular attention paid to the many roles and functions of the director in
production.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisites for taking this course is having completed COMM 122, 125, and 180 or consent of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
COMM 370 Organizational Communication 3.00
This course focuses on the communicative processes in organizations as well as the constitutive nature of organizations, and will examine
concepts including organizational culture, leadership, emotion, change processes and the development of supportive organizational climates.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
COMM 375 Production Management 3.00
Course focuses on the logistics that contribute to a successful production.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is having completed COMM 180 and 261 or consent of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
COMM 376 Group Communication Processes 3.00
Exploration of communication processes within the context of the small group with emphasis on interpersonal relations, group dynamics,
leadership and participant functions. An experiential/theoretical course.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
COMM 388 The Design Process 3.00
Exploration of the techniques and skill sets needed to design effectively and creatively.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is having completed COMM 180 or consent of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
COMM 389 Comm Arts Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
COMM 397 Digital Audio Recording and Production 3.00
This course offers an exploration of digital audio recording and production across a variety of disciplines including film and video, theatre,
radio, music, and podcasting. Students will learn about microphone selection and audio recording techniques, as well as non-linear audio
editing.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is having completed COMM 261 or consent of the instructor.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
COMM 403 Experiential Learning in Multimedia Journalism 1.00 - 3.00
Specialized intensive practice in multimedia journalism activities. Experience must be designed in consultation with the course instructor and
will provide an on-campus apprenticeship experience in partnership with The Promethean, Wisconsin Public Radio (KUWS), Yellowjacket
Athletics, and/or University Marketing and Communications. Minimum 45 hours per credit. Instructor consent required. Repeatable. Contract
from the instructor prior to enrolling. Arranged.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
COMM 425 Communicating Gender 3.00
Analysis of gender and its relationship to communication. Emphasis includes the diverse ways gender shapes lived experience, and how
communicators' understanding of gender and ourselves as gendered persons get formed in communication. Students will come to understand
the range of consequences for our ways of communicating gender, at the personal, cultural, national and global levels.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
COMM 455 Theorizing Media Culture 3.00
Traces the historical development of theoretical frameworks for understanding media throughout the 20th and into the 21st century. The course
is reading-intensive and emphasizes the development skills for analyzing, critiquing, and theorizing contemporary media.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is having completed COMM 170 and Junior standing or consent of Instructor.
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Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
COMM 462 Advanced Digital Filmmaking 3.00
Project-intensive course in which students produce, direct, and edit advanced digital film projects. A variety of theories, techniques, and
methods will be studied and applied to the student productions. Repeatable up to 6 credits.
Prerequisites:
COMM 361 or consent of instructor
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
COMM 467 Advanced Intercultural Communication 3.00
Advanced analysis of the communication dimensions involved in enhancing intercultural interactions. Focus is on identity and communication
and their relationship to each other in a diverse world.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
COMM 475 Internship 1.00 - 12.00
Supervised work in professional communications industries and settings. Junior or senior standing, major emphasis in the area of the internship,
must have a signed Affiliation Agreement with organization with which you are interning on file in Communicating Arts Office, contract prior to
registration and consent of the Communicating Arts Department chair. Minimum 45 hours per credit. The application for internship including
written consent from the external agency (Affiliation Agreement) must be submitted to the department chair 30 days prior to enrollment.
Arranged.
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
COMM 489 Comm Arts Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
COMM 489AE Communications Elective Aesthetic Experience 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
COMM 489AH Communications Elective Art History 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
COMM 489CA Communications Elective Communicating Arts 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
COMM 489DV Communications Elective Diversity 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
COMM 489GA COMM Elective 489GA 1.00 - 12.00
COMM Elective 489GA
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
COMM 489NW Communications Elective Non-Western 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
COMM 489SS Communications Elective Social Science 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Social Science
Typically Offered:
COMM 491 Senior Capstone 0.00
Required culminating senior year project which integrates and synthesizes the student's coursework (theories, concepts, skill competencies)
into a formal project and experience, negotiated with the student's major advisor and instructor for final consent and approval. Senior capstone
is paired with another course in the major. See Communicating Arts Concentration descriptions for paired courses. Pass-Fail. Arranged.
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Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
COMM 495 Special Topics Seminar 3.00
Specially designed seminar on any number of diverse topics within Communicating Arts. Repeatable up to twelve credits.
Typically Offered:
Fall or Spring Terms
COMM 498 Independent Study 1.00 - 6.00
Individual investigation, project, and/or production by advanced students in Communicating Arts. Designed in consultation with instructor and
should include a study of related literature and/or production techniques. Prerequisites: Instructor consent and contract prior to enrollment.
Repeatable up to 12 credits. Arranged.
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
COMM 499 Intern Teaching in Communicating Arts 3.00
Working with and assisting a faculty member in teaching a lower-division Communicating Arts course. Includes applied work in preparing and
teaching the content of one or more selected units of a course under the supervision of the instructor of record. Open to Communicating Arts
majors only. Both faculty and Department Chair consent are required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
Communicating Arts Department Contact Information
Communicating Arts Department
University of Wisconsin - Superior
Holden Fine and Applied Arts Center 2100
Belknap and Catlin Ave.
P.O. Box 2000
Superior, WI 54880
Phone: 715-394-8369
Email:
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Department of Education
Mission Statement
Faculty and Staff
Course Descriptions
Contact Information
Mission Statement
The Department of Education focuses on programs and coursework necessary for all professionals working in PK-12 education. This focus includes teaching,
administration, and counseling services. Coursework focuses on knowledge, skills, and dispositions required across all subject areas and all ages.
Faculty and Staff
Ali, Tanzeem - Assistant Professor, Science Education
Baule, Steven - Assistant Professor, Educational Leadership
Buncher, Michael - Academic Advisor, Data and Assessment Coordinator, and Certification Officer
Carpenter, Amy - Senior Lecturer, Reading and Literacy, Student Teaching Supervisor
Churchill, Mary - Associate Professor, Teacher Education, Department Chair
Cooke, Jessica - Assistant Professor, Special Education
Flaig, Amy - Academic Advisor and Field Experience Coordinator
Hunt, Quintin - Assistant Professor, Counseling
Lee-Nichols, Mary -- Associate Professor, Teacher Education
Mainali, Bhesh - Associate Professor, Math Education
Paul, John - Associate Professor, Counseling
Polkowski, Stephanie -- Senior Lecturer, Teacher Education
Rady, Tammy - Academic Department Associate
Robertson, Anne - Senior Lecturer, Early Childhood Education
Schuelke, Nicholle - Assistant Professor, Teacher Education
Walkky-Byington, Taylor - Academic Advisor and Recruiter
Wilken, Tammy - Assistant Professor, Educational Leadership
Zbacnik, Amanda - Assistant Professor, Teacher Education
Supporting Instructors (Graduate and Undergraduate)
Amys, Tanya - Senior Lecturer, Math Education
Bonneville, Maryann - Senior Lecturer, Counseling
Bruce, David - Senior Lecturer, Counseling
Cain, David - Senior Lecturer, Counseling
Collins, Scott - Senior Lecturer, Teacher Education
Dyess, Jonathon - Senior Lecturer, Math Education
Geissler, Jody - Senior Lecturer, Teacher Education
Gilpin, Staci - Senior Lecturer, Special Education
Graves, Peter - Senior Lecturer, Teacher Education
Happala, Charlene -- Senior Lecturer, Counseling
Hinders, Kathy - Senior Lecturer, Special Educaiton
Jensen, Meghan - Senior Lecturer, Special Education
Kamrath, Barry - Senior Lecturer, Educational Administration
Larson, Jon - Senior Lecturer, Student Teacher Supervisor
Larson Kidd, Susan -- Senior Lecturer, Special Education
Lue, Marsha - Senior Lecturer, Educational Leadership
Milbridge-Scott, Jaime -- Senior Lecturer, Counseling
Nikoi, Acacia - Senior Lecturer, Teacher Education
Pernu, Sally - Senior Lecturer, Special Education
Renwick, Matthew - Senior Lecturer, Educational Administration
Rochon, Lynn - Senior Lecturer
Rogers, Sonja - Senior Lecturer, Teacher Education/Educational Leadership
Rossow, Daniel - Senior Lecturer, Counseling
Schmidt, Susan - Senior Lecturer, Teacher Education
Skalecki, Tanya - Senior Lecturer, Educational Leadership
Spott, Emily -- Senior Lecturer, Educational Leadership
Trowbridge, Chad - Senior Lecturer, Educational Adminstration
Zeman, Lawrence - Senior Lecturer, Educational Administration
Zinmer, Amy - Lecturer, Teacher Education
Course Descriptions
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COUN - Guidance & Counselor Education
Catalog
Nbr.
Course Title/Course Topics Credits
COUN 481 Seminars in Counselor Education 0.50 - 3.00
Selected topics and problems in counselor education. May be taken in several units provided a different topic or problem is studied each time.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
COUN 489 Counseling and Psychological Professions Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
COUN 499 Independent Study 1.00 - 3.00
Independent study approach to topics are designed in counseling to allow the student to explore particular areas of interest beyond the stated
curriculum.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
EC - Early Childhood
Catalog
Nbr.
Course Title/Course Topics Credits
EC 470 Child Life 3.00
Seminar course for students completing the Child Life concentration. Theoretical foundations of Child Life practice, the therapeutic relationship,
family care, assessment and documentation are covered in depth in this course. Attention is given to understanding children in the context of
medical issues as they arise in hospital settings, such as end of life care, chronic disease and emergency care. Includes up to 15 hours of field
experience.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ECED - Early Childhood Education
Catalog
Nbr.
Course Title/Course Topics Credits
ECED 189 Early Childhood Education Elective 0.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
ECED 252 Foundations of Early Childhood 3.00
Study and evaluation of early childhood models, theory, and practice for children birth to grade 3.. Students study major developmental systems,
including motor, socio-emotional, and cognitive-linguistic within a cultural framework. Students review major constructs in contemporary child
development, such as attachment, personality and temperament, as well as develop skills in observation and assessment. Includes up to 15
hours of field observation in programs serving young children. A minimum grade of C in this course is required for all education majors. Typically
Offered: Fall Term Only On Campus and Online; (Spring Term Hybrid, as needed)
Prerequisites:
Teacher Education Non-Academic Test (TB and Criminal Background Check)
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
ECED 289 Early Childhood Education 0.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
ECED 353 Exceptional Needs of Young Children 3.00
Examines the knowledge and skills required to assess and identify children birth through age 8 with exceptional educational needs and talents.
Principles and theories of atypical child growth and development, learning theory, child maltreatment group organization and management for
young children are explored. Develops an understanding of clinical diagnoses common to infants and young children, the knowledge necessary to
implement developmentally appropriate assessment tools and to promote parent education and family involvement with young children within an
interdisciplinary framework. Includes up to 15 hours of pre-student teaching clinical work in Early Childhood programs. A minimum grade of C in
this course is required for all education majors.
Prerequisites:
Completion of ECED 252 with a C or better or concurrent enrollment in ECED 353
Typically Offered:
Fall Term, On Campus & Online
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ECED 355 Child Guidance 3.00
Focus on developmentally appropriate practices, implementation, and evaluation based on typical and atypical child development, learning theory
and research. Focuses on theories of play in early childhood, implementing play based activities for children birth to age 8 through the integration
of creative arts, physical activity, social-emotional development and mental health, and basic techniques for therapeutic play. This course
includes an examination of early stress and coping, guided imagery, separation and loss. Includes 15 to 20 hours of pre-student teaching clinical
work in Early Childhood programs. A minimum grade of C in this course is required for all education majors.
Prerequisites:
ECED 252 with a C or better and Teacher Education Non-Academic Test (TB) and Criminal Background Check (CBC)
Typically Offered:
Fall Term, On Campus & Online
ECED 357 Early Childhood Methods 3.00
This course focuses on developmentally appropriate practices, implementation, and evaluation based on typical and atypical child development
and research. Examination of pre-academic and academic skills in a wide range of areas, including mathematics, literacy, environmental science,
science, and social studies for young children birth through age 8. The relationship among the developmental domains of cognitive-linguistic,
social-emotional and motor development literacy and language development are explored. Through this course, students will develop and write
curriculum for literacy, mathematics, science, environmental science, social studies, fine and gross motor, sensory, visual arts, music and
creative movement. A minimum grade of C in this course is required for all education majors. This course includes a required pre-student
teaching clinical experience in a preschool setting.
Prerequisites:
Completion of ECED 252, ECED 353, ECED 355 and ECED 363 with a C or better. Teacher Education Non-Academic Test (TB and Criminal
Background Check)
Typically Offered:
Spring Term On Campus & Online
ECED 389 Early Childhood Education Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW- Superior course.
Typically Offered:
ECED 479 Family and Culture 3.00
This course focuses on understanding diversity and cultural competence. Students study and develop communication skills for interacting
effectively with children, family systems, and co-workers. Attention is given to understanding children in the context of family and culture, to
teaching conflict resolution skills, and to implementing anti-bias practices. A minimum grade of C in this course is required for all education majors.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term On Campus & Online
ECED 481 Seminars in Early Childhood 0.50 - 4.00
Selected topics and problems in the area of early childhood. May be taken in several units provided a different topic or problem is studied each
time. A minimum grade of C in this course is required for all education majors.
Typically Offered:
Online: Select Semesters
ECED 486 Administration of Child Development Programs 3.00
Focuses on the rapidly changing field of child development programming. Emphasis on developing the business skills and knowledge that every
director must have: funding, budgeting, selecting, training and supervising staff, housing the program, purchasing the equipment, and
implementing a standards-based evaluation for the program. Specific licensing procedures, grant writing, and program accreditation are also
covered in considerable depth. Designing accessible programs for both typical and atypically developing children is emphasized. Through this
course, student will shadow the director of a daycare facility. A minimum grade of C in this course is required for all education majors.
Prerequisites:
Teacher Education Non-Academic Test (TB and Criminal Background Check)
Typically Offered:
Spring Term On Campus & Online
ECED 489 Early Childhood Education Elective 0.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
ENGED - English Education
Catalog
Nbr.
Course Title/Course Topics Credits
ENGED 275 Developing Literacy 3.00
Introduction to language and literacy development from birth through grade 9. Considers current theories of language acquisition, emergent
literacy, and the roles literature, reading, and writing play in the development of language competence, including the study of phonics. This course
includes a required pre-student teaching clinical experience in grades K-2. A minimum grade of C in this course is required for all education
majors.
Prerequisites:
Admission to the Teacher Education Program. Teacher Education Non-Academic Test (TB and Criminal Background Check)
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Typically Offered:
Fall & Spr On Campus & Online
ENGED 406 Children's Literature 3.00
Study of the various types of fiction and nonfiction literatures published for, used with, or selected by children birth to age 12, particularly for use in
the classroom setting. Includes the selection, evaluation, appreciation, and use of children's literature and related media. Explores methods to
help develop a child's interest in reading and ability to appreciate quality children's literature. A minimum grade of C is required in this course for
all education majors.
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
ENGED 465 Content Area Literacy 3.00
Study of the use of literacy processes in developing student learning in the content areas. Emphasis on the integration of learning theory and
subject matter knowledge in planning instruction which makes profitable use of text and writing to meet curriculum goals in disciplinary literacy. A
minimum grade of C is required in this course for all education majors.
Prerequisites:
Admission to Teacher Education programs; successful completion of TED 300 and at least one methods course as determined by department
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
MTHED - Mathematics Education
Catalog
Nbr.
Course Title/Course Topics Credits
MTHED 189 Mathematics Education Elective 0.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
MTHED 250 Essentials of Mathematics for Elementary Teachers 3.00
This course for pre-service elementary school teachers includes mathematical content and concept required to teach at elementary school. It
includes various mathematics topics which are essential for teaching mathematics at elementary school. This course covers both content and
methods for teaching mathematics grades k-9. Prerequisite recommended is general education math course. A minimum grade of C in this
course is required for all education majors. Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Online & On Campus/Hybrid; Summer Online on occasion
Prerequisites:
Completion of General Education Mathematics Course(s)
Typically Offered:
Fall & Spr On Campus & Online
MTHED 305 Tutoring Practicum 1.00 - 3.00
Tutoring practicum designed for secondary mathematics teaching majors and minors to develop competencies in mathematics content tutoring
skills and interpersonal relations needed in peer tutoring with college students. Permission of Educational Success Center Supervisor required.
Limited enrollment.
Prerequisites:
Completion of MATH 240 with a grade of C- or better.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MTHED 322 Teaching Elementary/Middle School Mathematics 3.00
A learner-center approach methods course focusing on the theories, models, and strategies for effectively understanding and teaching
mathematics concepts and skills in the five content areas to elementary/middle school children grades K-9. National and state standards guide
the conceptual framework for this course. Topics include Numbers and Operations; Measurement; Geometry; Data Analysis and Probability; and
Algebra. Peer-to-Peer teaching required. A minimum grade of C in this course is required for all education majors. Typically Offered: Fall and
Spring Semester Online and On-Campus/Hybrid; Summer on occasion
Prerequisites:
Completion of MATH 230 or MTHED 250 (C or Better), and T ED Admission
Typically Offered:
MTHED 323 Teaching Elementary/Middle School Mathematics II 3.00
Study of the theories, models and strategies for teaching mathematics concepts and skills to elementary/middle school children (ages 6-12/13;
grade K-9). National and state standards guide the conceptual framework for this course. This course includes a required pre-student teaching
clinical in grades 3-5. A minimum grade of C in this course is required for all education majors. Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Online and
On-Campus/Hybrid
Prerequisites:
Completion of MTHED 322 (C or Better), Completion of T ED 300 (C or Better), and Admission to the Teacher Education Program. Teacher
Education Non-Academic Test (TB and Criminal Background Check).
Typically Offered:
Fall & Spr On Campus & Online
MTHED 339 Secondary Methods in Mathematics Education 3.00
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General principles and problems of teaching mathematics in the secondary schools. Emphasis on organizing teaching activities; teaching
materials and resources; and current methodology. This course is offered on-campus only. This course includes a pre-student teaching clinical in
grades 9-12. A minimum grade of C in this course is required for all education majors. Typically Offered: Spring Terms Only - On Campus/Hybrid
Prerequisites:
Admission to the Teacher Education Program and Completion of T ED 300 (C or Better). Teacher Education Non-Academic Test (TB and
Criminal Background Check)
Typically Offered:
Selected Spring Terms Only
NSED - Natural Sciences Education
Catalog
Nbr.
Course Title/Course Topics Credits
NSED 189 Natural Science Education Elective 0.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
NSED 289 Natural Science Education Elective 0.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
NSED 321 Teaching Elementary/Middle School Science 3.00
Study of the theories, models and strategies for teaching science concepts and skills to elementary/middle school children (grades K-9). National
and state standards guide the conceptual framework for this course. Peer-to-Peer teaching required. A minimum grade of C in this course is
required for all education majors. Typically Offered: Fall and Spring - Online -On Campus-hybrid
Prerequisites:
Admission to the Teacher Education Program and Completion of T ED 300 (C or Better)
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
NSED 339 Secondary Methods in Science Education 3.00
General principles and problems of teaching science in the secondary schools. Emphasis on organizing teaching activities, teaching materials,
resources, and current methodology. This course includes a required pre-student teaching clinical in grades 9-12. A minimum grade of C in this
course is required for all education majors. On-Campus/Hybrid
Prerequisites:
Admission to the Teacher Education Program and Completion of T ED 300 (C or Better). Teacher Education Non-Academic Test (TB and
Criminal Background Check)
Typically Offered:
Selected Spring Terms Only
SPED - Special Education
Catalog
Nbr.
Course Title/Course Topics Credits
SPED 189 Special Education Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
SPED 283 The Exceptional Child 3.00
This course is an introduction to special education. An overview of the various groupings of individuals with exceptionalities under the Individuals
with Disabilities Education Act are examined, focusing on etiology, identification, incidence, prevalence, treatment, services available, and
educational implications. Mental, physical, behavioral, and sensorial exceptionalities are discussed. National, state, and local laws and policies
impacting individuals with exceptionalities are examined. Historical perspectives, legislative and litigative history, models, theories, and
philosophies that provide the basis for special education practice are also examined, as well as current legislation, regulations, policies, litigation,
and ethical issues related to the provision of educational services for students with disabilities. A minimum grade of C in this course is required for
all education majors.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term, On Campus & Online
SPED 289 Special Education Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
SPED 355 Interventions/Methods in Services in Special Education 3.00
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This course will take an overall look at the various methods of serving students with disabilities. The focus will be on Response to Intervention
methodology, taking data in progress monitoring for a child with an IEP, and using some of the online tutorial services for students with
disabilities. Beyond best practices for educators, students will explore the delivery models for special education services and begin to research the
learning styles of students with disabilities. A minimum grade of C in this course is required for all education majors.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of SPED 283.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term, On Campus & Online
SPED 375 Individual Educational Assessment and IEP Development 3.00
This course will focus on assessment in three categories - through a Response to Intervention process for a student struggling a classroom,
through standardized testing components used in today's schools, and through a customized package of assessments to determine a disability.
Students will practice with each instrument and complete a diagnostic profile of a simulated student. The focus will be on writing a report in a
fashion that many audiences will understand, especially parents. A minimum grade of C in this course is required for all education majors.
Prerequisites:
Completion of SPED 283 is prerequisite for this course.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term On Campus & Online
SPED 389 Special Education Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
SPED 488 Methods in Special Education 3.00
Special Education requires specific methods and protocols in order to meet federal and state requirements. This course assists students in
learning the requirements and practicing the methods necessary for use in special education environments and as part of the IEP process. This
course is designed to assist students in gaining real-world perspective about processes for development of post-secondary transition plans,
selection of assistive technology, collaboration skills for working with school professionals and community agencies, and to develop an
understanding about the contributions of special education related services. A minimum grade of C in this course is required for all education
majors.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term, On Campus & Online
SPED 489 Special Education Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
SPED 493 Inclusive Management Strategies 3.00
This course involves the study of behavior theories, inclusive strategies and programs, functional analysis of behavior, positive behavior
interventions, strategies, and supports, RTI, and behavior intervention plans. Students learn how to apply concepts from behavior modification to
inclusive settings. Students engage in a behavior-change project and learn how to use data to plan behavior intervention in inclusive settings. The
course emphasizes the application of theory to the academic, social, emotional and behavioral development of school-age children, including
those with exceptional educational needs. Attention also given to communication with parents, teachers, community members and other
appropriate team members regarding behavior issues and plans. A minimum grade of C in this course is required for all education majors.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term On Campus & Online
SPED 496 Practicum in Special Education 3.00
This course involves 40 hours of supervised pre-student teaching, clinical teaching experience in a setting working with students who have
exceptional needs. This course includes required pre-student teaching clinical experiences in grades, k-2, 3-5, 6-8 and 9-12. There is
an-emphasis on implementation of best practices.
Prerequisites:
Completion of SPED 283 and SPED 375 with minimum grade of C. Teacher Education Non-Academic Test (TB and Criminal Background
Check).
Typically Offered:
Spring Term On Campus & Online
SSED - Social Studies Education
Catalog
Nbr.
Course Title/Course Topics Credits
SSED 189 Social Studies Education Elective 0.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
SSED 289 Social Studies Education Elective 0.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
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SSED 331 Elementary/Middle School Social Studies 3.00
Study of the theories and strategies for teaching social studies concepts and skills to elementary/middle school children (grades K-9).. National
and state standards guide the conceptual framework for this course. Peer-to-Peer teaching required. A minimum grade of C in this course is
required for all education majors. Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Online and On-Campus Hybrid
Prerequisites:
Admission to the Teacher Education Program and Completion of T ED 300 (C or Better)
Typically Offered:
Fall/Spring Online-Camps-Hybri
SSED 389 Social Studies Education Elective 0.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
SSED 489 Social Studies Education Elective 0.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
T ED - Teacher Education
Catalog
Nbr.
Course Title/Course Topics Credits
T ED 100 Orientation to Teacher Education 1.00
This course provides an overview of the expectations and provisions for teacher candidates prior to application for admission and program entry.
The orientation will convey important certification information, policies and procedures, introduce students to available resources and services,
and provide the opportunity for interaction with other students, faculty and staff. This course should be taken currently with or prior to TED 200.
Students who transfer in TED 200 from another university must take this course their first semester at UW-Superior. Course must be taken
Pass/Fail. Typically Offered: Fall, Spring and Select Summer Terms online and hybrid only.
Prerequisites:
Teacher Education Non-Academic Test (TB and Criminal Background Check)
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
T ED 189 Teacher Education Elective 1.00 - 99.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
T ED 200 Introduction to Education 3.00
Provides an historical, philosophical, and social foundation underlying current trends and issues in PK-12 education in the U.S. and Wisconsin.
This course provides a basic understanding of pedagogical knowledges, skills, and professional dispositions necessary to proceed in an intensive
program of study that prepares students to become effective teachers. Field observation required. A minimum grade of B in this course is
required for all education majors. Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms On Campus and Online; Select Summer Terms online and hybrid only
Prerequisites:
Teacher Education Non-Academic Test (TB and Criminal Background Check)
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
T ED 253 Human Development 3.00
Examines theories of human development from birth through adolescence. Focuses on physical, social, emotional, and cognitive aspects of
development in relation to student learning. Explores contexts that shape development, including family, culture, community, environment, and
schools. A minimum grade of C in this course is required for all education majors.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
T ED 270 Multicultural Education 3.00
Supports an intensive study of issues surrounding inequality and inequities that impact education in the U.S. Critically examines issues related to
prejudice and discrimination with attention to intersections of race, ethnicity, cultures, class, gender, and exceptionality in schools. Focuses on
anti-oppressive strategies effective in providing all students equitable opportunities to succeed academically. Includes integration of WI American
Indian history, culture, sovereignty, and treaty rights into PK-12 curriculum. Academic Service-Learning required. A minimum grade of C in this
course is required for all education majors. Typically Offered: Fall and Spring Terms On Campus and Online; Select Summer Terms online and
hybrid only
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Prerequisites:
Teacher Education Non-Academic Test (TB and Criminal Background Check)
Typically Offered:
Fall and Summer Terms
T ED 289 Teacher Education Elective 1.00 - 9.00
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Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Social Science
Prerequisites:
Student must be On Campus (not DLC)
Typically Offered:
T ED 300 Theories of Student Learning 3.00
Focuses on the study of learning and development theories and principles that guide the organization of successful educational experiences for
K-12 students. Emphasis on the advantages and limitations of learning theories. Also addresses the relationship of diversity motivation and
management to learning. Field experience or Academic Service-Learning required. A minimum grade of C in this course is required for all
education majors.
Prerequisites:
Admission to the Teacher Education Program. Completion of TED 100 AND 200 (B or better).
Typically Offered:
Fall & Spr On Campus & Online
T ED 339 Instructional and Assessment Strategies 3.00
Focuses on the study and implementation of the essential skills needed for successful teaching in the elementary, middle and secondary schools:
Instructional planning, lesson development/implementation, and assessment in the classroom. Pre-Student Teaching Clinical experience required.
A minimum grade of C in this course is required for all education majors. Typically Offered: On-Campus/Hybrid Fall Term Only; Online Fall and
Spring Terms
Prerequisites:
Admission to the Teacher Education Program and Completion of T ED 300 (C or Better) or concurrent enrollment in TED 300. Teacher
Education Non-Academic Test (TB and Criminal Background Check)
Typically Offered:
Fall or Spring Terms
T ED 381 Selected Topics and Problems in the Area of Teacher Education 0.50 - 3.00
Offered only as Continuing Education credits. May be taken in several units provided a different topic or program is studied each time as
requested.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
T ED 389 Teacher Education Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
T ED 394 Principles and Practices of Inclusive Teaching 3.00
Involves the principles inherent in the educational process for integrating children with exceptional needs into the general education school
environment (K-12). Designed specifically for the study of the inclusion of students with special educational needs into the general education
program and development of teacher skills and knowledge to support this placement. Typically Offered: Fall/Spring Online-On-Campus/Hybrid;
Summers online on occasion.
Prerequisites:
Admission to the Teacher Education Program. Completion of TED 100 AND 200 (B or better).
Typically Offered:
Fall & Spr On Campus & Online
T ED 441 Student Teaching in the Elementary/Middle School 6.00 - 12.00
Provides student teaching experience in the elementary/middle school (grades 6-12). This is a full-day teaching experience. A minimum of 12
semester hours of student teaching is required for certification. Students wishing certification at more than two levels will be required to complete
additional student teaching placements. Department consent is required to enroll in this course.
Prerequisites:
Admission to the Teacher Education Program. Teacher Education Non-Academic Test (TB and Criminal Background Check)
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
T ED 442 Student Teaching in the Middle/Secondary School 6.00 - 12.00
Provides student teaching experience in the middle/secondary school (grades 6-12). This is a full-day teaching experience. A minimum of 12
semester hours of student teaching is required for certification. Students seeking certification in more than two areas will be required to complete
additional student teaching placements. Department consent is required to enroll in this course.
Prerequisites:
Admission to the Teacher Education Program. Teacher Education Non-Academic Test (TB and Criminal Background Check)
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
T ED 443 Student Teaching in Special Areas-Early Childhood-Adolescence (4-18) 6.00 - 12.00
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Provides student teaching experience in the special areas (art, music, and physical education) covering early childhood through adolescence
(birth-age 18). This is a full-day teaching experience. A minimum of 12 semester hours of student teaching is required for certification. If a student
wishes certification in another major or more than one minor, additional student teaching placements will be required. Department consent is
required to enroll in this course.
Prerequisites:
Admission to the Teacher Education Program. Teacher Education Non-Academic Test (TB and Criminal Background Check)
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
T ED 444 Student Teaching in Pre-School 6.00 - 12.00
Provides student teaching experience at the pre-school level (birth-age 4). Enrollment restricted to elementary education majors completing a
minor in Early Childhood Education. Department consent is required to enroll in this course.
Prerequisites:
Admission to the Teacher Education Program. Teacher Education Non-Academic Test (TB and Criminal Background Check)
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
T ED 445 Supervised Practice for Inservice Teachers (3-9) 6.00 - 12.00
A student teaching experience for participating and experienced teachers, combining supervised practice, directed studies, and self-evaluation of
teaching. Open only to teachers with two or more years of teaching experience but who need additional student teaching for certification. The
teacher must have the approval of the school district before enrolling in this course. Department consent is required to enroll in this course.
Prerequisites:
Admission to the Teacher Education Program. Teacher Education Non-Academic Test (TB and Criminal Background Check)
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
T ED 446 Student Teaching Kindergarten 6.00 - 12.00
Provides student teaching experience with kindergarten-age children in the elementary school. Enrollment restricted to Elementary Education
majors completing the Early Childhood minor. Department consent is required to enroll in this course.
Prerequisites:
Admission to the Teacher Education Program. Teacher Education Non-Academic Test (TB and Criminal Background Check)
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
T ED 448 Internship in Elementary /Middle School Teaching 6.00 - 12.00
Experience in student teaching in pre-school, kindergarten (grades 1-5), or elementary/middle school education (grades 1-8) for selected
elementary majors. This is a one-placement teaching experience for a full semester of the cooperating school. Department consent is required to
enroll in this course.
Prerequisites:
Admission to the Teacher Education Program. Teacher Education Non-Academic Test (TB and Criminal Background Check)
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
T ED 449 Internship in Middle/Secondary School Teaching 6.00 - 12.00
Experience in student teaching in middle/secondary education (grades 6-12) for selected secondary majors. This is a one-placement teaching
experience for a full semester of the cooperating school. Department consent is required to enroll in this course.
Prerequisites:
Admission to the Teacher Education Program. Teacher Education Non-Academic Test (TB and Criminal Background Check)
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
T ED 450 Internship in Special Areas Teaching K-12 6.00 - 12.00
Experience in student teaching in special areas for selected special areas majors (art, music, and physical education). This is a one-placement
teaching experience for a full semester of the cooperating school. Department consent is required to enroll in this course.
Prerequisites:
Admission to the Teacher Education Program. Teacher Education Non-Academic Test (TB and Criminal Background Check)
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
T ED 453 Student Teaching SPED Elementary and Middle School 6.00 - 12.00
Experience in student teaching in elementary/middle special education (grades 6-12) for special education licensure candidates. This is a
one-placement teaching experience for a full or half semester of the cooperating school.
Prerequisites:
Admission to the Teacher Education Program. Teacher Education Non-Academic Test (TB and Criminal Background Check)
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
T ED 454 Student Teaching SPED Middle and High School 6.00 - 12.00
Experience in student teaching in middle/high school special education (grades 6-12) for special education licensure candidates. This is a
one-placement teaching experience for a full or half semester of the cooperating school.
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Prerequisites:
Admission to the Teacher Education Program. Teacher Education Non-Academic Test (TB and Criminal Background Check)
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
T ED 470 Student Teaching Residency 6.00 - 12.00
Provides student teaching (or internship, where appropriate) experience in the developmental/subject areas needed for teacher licensure in
Wisconsin. This is a full-day teaching experience that follows the calendar of the cooperating school(s) in which the student is placed. A full
semester, 12 credits, is required for those seeking initial licensure. Students seeking certification at more than two levels may be required to
complete additional student teaching placements while licensed candidates seeking additional certifications may be required to take fewer than 12
credits. Successful completion of courses as well as approval of student teaching application and associated documentation is required prior to
registration.
Prerequisites:
Admission to the Teacher Education Program. Teacher Education Non-Academic Test (TB and Criminal Background Check)
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
T ED 489 Teacher Education Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Social Science
Prerequisites:
Student must be On Campus (not DLC)
Typically Offered:
T ED 499 Directed Studies in Teacher Education 0.50 - 6.00
Allows the student with special needs and interests to pursue particular areas and problems in education. The problem and/or plan of study
requires approval of the instructor within the department who will be directing the study.
Prerequisites:
Student must be On Campus (not DLC)
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
Contact Information
University of Wisconsin - Superior
Belknap and Catlin Ave.
P.O. Box 2000
Superior, WI 54880
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Health and Human Performance
Mission Statement
Faculty and Staff
Majors
Minors
Certificates
Course Descriptions
Health and Human Performance Department Contact Information
Mission Statement
The mission of the Health and Human Performance Department is to provide students with a knowledge base, creating a positive attitude and lifelong skills in
the seven dimensions of wellness: physical, intellectual, emotional, spiritual, career, social and environmental (i.e. personal health) as part of the liberal arts
educational foundation. Programs in the Health and Human Performance Department seek to serve all students in a caring educational environment toward
liberal arts studies in physical education and health and/or pre-professional studies in physical education, health, early childhood, or non-teaching allied health
professions.
Faculty and Staff
Geidner, James - Associate Professor
Johnson, Jay - Associate Professor
Karvonen, Danielle - Senior Lecturer
Kroll, David - Assistant Professor
LaRue, Amy - Senior Lecturer
Lebard-Rankila, Kim - Assistant Professor
Lisdahl, Robin - Academic Dept. Associate
MacKay, Jennifer - Senior Lecturer
Reinertsen, Raymond - Senior Lecturer
Simpson, William - Associate Professor
Vanderveen, Sydny - Senior Lecturer
Majors
Health and Wellness Management Major Requirements
Physical Education Major - Physical Education pK-12 (formerly EC-A) Teacher Certification Requirements
Physical Education Major - Exercise Science concentration Requirements
Physical Education Major - Community/Public Health Promotion concentration (comprehensive) Requirements
Minors
Coaching Minor Requirements
Health Education Minor -- preK-12 (formerly EC-A) Teacher Certification Requirements
Health Education Minor -- MC-EA Teacher Certification Requirements
Health Minor Requirements
Sport Management Minor Requirements
Certificates
Adaptive Education Certification: Physical Education preK-12 (formerly EC-A) Certification Requirements
Substance Abuse Counseling
Course Descriptions
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COAC - Coaching
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
COAC 189 Coach Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
COAC 241 Coaching of Specific Sport-Volleyball 2.00
Theory and techniques, safety, strategy, training schedules, coaching methods and conditioning of volleyball.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
COAC 242 Coaching of Specific Sport-Football 2.00
Theory and techniques, safety, strategy, training schedules, coaching methods and conditioning of football.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
COAC 243 Coaching of Specific Sport-Basketball 2.00
Theory and techniques, safety, strategy, training schedules, coaching methods and conditioning of basketball.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
COAC 244 Coaching of Specific Sports: Track & Field/Cross-Country 2.00
Theory and techniques, safety, strategy, training schedules, coaching methods and conditioning for all aspects of track and field plus cross
country.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
COAC 245 Coaching of Specific Sports-Baseball/Softball 2.00
Theory and techniques, safety, strategy, training schedules, coaching methods and conditioning.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
COAC 246 Coach Of Spec Spts-Soccer 2.00
Theory and techniques, safety, strategy, training schedules, coaching methods and conditioning.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
COAC 249 Coaching of Specific Sports: Ice Hockey 2.00
Theory and techniques, safety, strategy, training schedules, coaching methods and conditioning of ice hockey.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
COAC 250 Coaching Fieldwork 1.00 - 5.00
Experience in coaching sports activities. Each credit equals approximately 36 hours of on-the-job coaching. Consent of instructor is required to
register for this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
COAC 289 Coach Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
COAC 341 Principles and Theory of Coaching 2.00
Analysis of the role of the coach, including the latest information concerning legal liability, administration/organizational responsibilities; various
coaching philosophies, diverse personalities of athletes, developing team cohesion, psychology of coaching and teaching techniques.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is Sophomore standing.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
COAC 389 Coach Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
COAC 456 Foundations of Sport and Exercise Psychology 2.00
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Psychological and scientific principles as they pertain to understanding participants, sport and exercise environments, group processes, and
performance, enhancing health and well-being and facilitating psychological growth and development.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is Sophomore standing.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
COAC 489 Coach Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
HHP - Health and Human Performance
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
HHP 100 Sports Conditioning I 1.00
Physical skills and stamina needed to participate in varsity sports. Not applicable toward a major or minor in Human Performance and Health
Promotion. Consent of instructor is required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
HHP 101 Sports Conditioning II 1.00
Provides skill development and conditioning necessary to participate in varsity sports. Not applicable toward a major or minor in Health and
Human Performance. Consent of instructor is required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
HHP 102 Health and Wellness 3.00
Basic knowledge and understanding of health and critical thinking that provides students with the opportunity to develop and implement a plan
for reaching their optimal level of functioning physically, emotionally, socially, mentally, spiritually, environmentally and occupationally. Does not
count toward a major or minor in Health and Human Performance. Note: Students with medical restrictions should contact the lab coordinator of
HHP 102 before the first lab session. Physical Education majors and minors must earn a grade of C or better in HHP 102.
University Studies Requirements:
Health & Human Performance
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
HHP 105 Sports Conditioning III 1.00
This course will pay special attention to the physical training and conditioning necessary to participate in varsity sports. Not applicable toward a
major or minor in Health and Human Performance. Instructor consent is required to enroll in this course. Consent of instructor is required to
enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
HHP 106 Sports Conditioning IV 1.00
Physical training and conditioning necessary to participate in varsity sports in the primary objective of this course. Not applicable toward a major
or minor in Health and Human Performance. Consent of instructor is required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
HHP 110 Introduction to HHP Majors/Minors 1.00
Summary of the catalog course schedules, careers, and professional opportunities available to the HHP majors/minors. Advisors will be assigned
and a tentative four year plan will be developed. Scientific and professional organizations, professional journals, certifications, resumes and the
job search process will be given consideration. Selected guest presenters will provide insight into career options.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
HHP 113 Level II & Level III Swimming Certification (Beginning and Advanced Beginning) 1.00
Level II covers primary skills for the beginner. Level III introduces stroke readiness.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
HHP 117 Alpine Skiing 1.00
Basic skills, techniques, conditioning, strategy, safety and rules of alpine skiing.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
HHP 119 Skating 0.50
Basic skills, techniques, conditioning, strategy, safety and rules of ice skating.
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Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
HHP 125 Basketball 0.50
Basic skills, techniques, safety, conditioning, strategy, and rules of basketball emphasizing the competencies needed in teaching.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
HHP 126 Field Sports, Team Handball and Flag Football 0.50
Basic skills, techniques, safety, conditioning, strategy, and rules of team sports and team handball emphasizing the competencies needed in
teaching.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
HHP 127 Soccer 0.50
Basic skills, techniques, safety, conditioning, strategy, and rules of soccer emphasizing the competencies needed in teaching.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
HHP 128 Softball 0.50
Basic skills, techniques, safety, conditioning, strategy, and rules of softball emphasizing the competencies needed in teaching.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
HHP 130 Volleyball 0.50
Basic skills, techniques, safety, conditioning, strategy, and rules of volleyball emphasizing the competencies needed in teaching.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
HHP 133 Social and Square Dance 3.00
Fundamentals of various styles and techniques of movement and dance.
University Studies Requirements:
Fine Arts - Aesthetic
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
HHP 141 Outdoor Education Climbing 1.00
This course is a basic skills of climbing that includes knowledge and skill development in the following areas: equipment and equipment checks,
knots, belay technique, safety checks and climbing techniques in a variety of situations and environments.
Typically Offered:
HHP 142 Paddling 1.00
This course is a basic skills of paddling course that includes knowledge and skill development in the following areas: equipment and equipment
checks, knots, paddling technique, safety protocol and paddling techniques in a variety of situations and environments using a variety of
watercraft including canoes and kayaks.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
HHP 150 Invasion, Striking and Field Activities in PE 4.00
A content course addressing teaching strategies, movements, skill development and knowledge, rules and tactics of selected activities in
Physical Education. Students will gain practice in planning, teaching, and assessment related to Physical Education.
Prerequisites:
HHP 110
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
HHP 151 Target, Net and Wall Activities in PE 4.00
A content course addressing teaching strategies, movements, skill development and knowledge, rules and tactics of selected activities in
Physical Education. Students will gain practice in planning, teaching, and assessment Physical Education.
Prerequisites:
HHP 110
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
HHP 181 Self Defense 1.00
Basic skills, techniques, safety, conditioning, strategy, and rules of self defense.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
HHP 182 Weight Training 1.00
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Basic knowledge and skills of weight training; terms, resistance, techniques, programs, safety concepts, with practical application of these
concepts being the primary outcome.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
HHP 185 Racquetball 1.00
Basic skills, techniques, safety, conditioning, strategy, and rules of racquetball.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
HHP 186 Shooting Sports:Riflery 1.00
Shooting Sports: Riflery - Basic skills, techniques, safety, conditioning, strategy, and rules of riflery.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
HHP 187 Shooting Sports: Pistols 1.00
Basic skills, techniques, safety, conditioning, strategy, and rules of pistol shooting.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
HHP 188 Riding 1.00
Basic skills, techniques, safety, conditioning, strategy, and rules of riding.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
HHP 189 Physical Education Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior Course.
Typically Offered:
HHP 203 Group Fitness 1.00
Active participation in group exercises that promote cardiovascular endurance, muscle strength and flexibility.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
HHP 204 Aqua Dynamics 1.00
Individual fitness through specific aquatic activities
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
HHP 213 Level IV & V (Intermediate) American Red Cross Certification & Basic Water Safety 1.00
Level IV covers stroke development and increases swimmer endurance. Level V involves refinement and coordination of key strokes. Also
introduces basic water safety skills.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
HHP 217 Curling-Broomball 0.50
Basic skills, techniques, safety, conditioning, strategy, and rules of curling and broomball for teaching.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
HHP 218 Cross Country Ski-Snowshoe 0.50
Basic skills, techniques, safety, conditioning, strategy, and rules of cross country, skiing/snowshoeing for teaching.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
HHP 233 Elementary School Human Performance Activities-Children's Games 3.00
Various activities pertinent to elementary school children, with emphasis on teaching and class management.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
HHP 235 Children's Rhythms & Tumbling 3.00
Various activities pertinent to elementary school children, with emphasis on teaching and class management.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
HHP 252 Introduction into Sports and Exercise Medicine 2.00
An introduction into the prevention and basic care of sports injuries. A theory and laboratory experience providing knowledge and understanding
of the many aspects of health care for the recreational and competitive athlete.
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Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
HHP 275 Tennis-Racquetball 1.00
Basic skills, techniques, safety, conditioning, strategy and rules of tennis/racquetball emphasizing individual competencies for teaching purposes.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
HHP 276 Archery 0.50
Basic skills, techniques, safety, conditioning, strategy and rules of archery emphasizing individual competencies for teaching purposes.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
HHP 277 Badminton and Recreational Net Games 0.50
Basic skills, techniques, safety, conditioning, strategy and rules of badminton and recreational net games emphasizing individual competencies
for teaching purposes.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
HHP 278 Golf 0.50
Basic skills, techniques, safety, conditioning, strategy and rules of golf emphasizing individual competencies for teaching purposes.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
HHP 279 Tennis 1.00
Basic skills, techniques, safety, conditioning, strategy and rules of tennis emphasizing individual competencies for teaching purposes.
Typically Offered:
HHP 280 Track and Field 1.00
Theory and techniques, safety, strategy, training schedules, coaching methods, conditioning, psychology, and other aspects of all levels of track
and cross country.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
HHP 282 Introduction to Physical Assessment and Exercise Evaluation 1.00
Basic laboratory, clinical, and field evaluation skills used in health and fitness, exercise physiology and physical education. Skills include health
and risk assessment, cardiopulmonary evaluation, body composition, muscular strength and endurance, flexibility and general anthrometrics.
Also covers metabolic equations and an introduction to common medications encountered by exercise professionals. This is a hands-on class
which prepares the student for the exercise physiology class
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
HHP 289 Physical Education Elective 0.50 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
HHP 289AE Health & Human Performance Elective Aesthetic Experience 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
HHP 289DV Health & Human Performance Diversity 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
HHP 289ES Health & Human Performance Elective Environmental Science 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
HHP 289HP Health & Human Performance Elective Health/Human Performance 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
HHP 289NW Health & Human Performance Elective Non-Western 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
HHP 300 Varsity Sports I 1.00
Intensive study and practice of fundamentals and team play in varsity sports. Will not count toward Health and Human Performance major or
minor. Instructor consent is required to enroll in this course.
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Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
HHP 301 Varsity Sports II 1.00
Skill,strategy,conditioning refinement for team play in varsity sports. Not applicable toward a major or minor in Health and Human Performance.
Instructor consent is required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
HHP 304 Principles of Aqua-Dynamics 2.00
Practical applications of the principles of directing aerobic activities, including components of fitness, physiological-psychological benefits of
aerobic activity, training methods and teaching techniques.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
HHP 305 Varsity Sports III 1.00
Advanced skill/strategy refinement for team play in varsity sports. Not applicable toward a major or minor in Health and Human Performance.
Instructor consent is required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
HHP 306 Varsity Sports IV 1.00
Advanced preparation in conditioning/skills/strategies for participation in varsity sports. Not applicable toward a major or minor in Health and
Human Performance. Instructor consent is required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
HHP 312 Aquatic Safety 1.00
Provides knowledge and skill regarding patron safety and enjoyment in and around aquatic facilities. Course content and activities prepare
participants to recognize and respond quickly and effectively to aquatic emergencies. A swimming and diving pretest is required. Successful
completion of this course and requirements established by the American Red Cross will provide the participant with a certificate for Lifeguarding
or Shallow Water Attendant.
Prerequisites:
HLTH 158 is prerequisite for enrolling in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
HHP 313 Level VI,VII Advanced Swimming (ARC) and Emergency Water Safety 1.00
Refining strokes to enable swimming efficiency and long-distance swimming. Students also engage in a variety of aquatic activities and water
safety techniques.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
HHP 314 Scuba 2.00
Classroom work and water training required for taking open-water dive.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
HHP 317 Advanced Winter Sports 1.00
Instruction and participation in advanced levels of winter sport activities.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
HHP 321 Adapted Human Performance (PE) 2.00
Activity selection, curricular development and program implementation in teaching exceptional/special needs students. Includes hands-on
intervention with exceptional/special needs students.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is Junior standing or Instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
HHP 332 Motor Learning 3.00
Perceptual and motor learning concepts associated with skill development.
Prerequisites:
Completion of HLTH 264 and HLTH 265, or BIOL 270 and 280 are prerequisite for enrolling in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
HHP 335 Sports Medicine Laboratory I 3.00
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In depth study of prevention, evaluation, care, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries pertaining to physical activity. Special emphasis on
evaluation and rehabilitation of specific body regions in conjunction with the healing process.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of HHP 252.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
HHP 336 Sports Medicine Laboratory II 3.00
Continuation course in prevention, evaluation, care and treatment of injuries as they pertain to physical activity. Special emphasis on the role of
evaluation and the use of physical agents in conjunction with the healing process.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of HHP 335.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
HHP 337 Practicum in HHP 102 Lab 1.00 - 2.00
This course is designed to allow the student to apply knowledge and skills acquired in prior coursework by working with apparently healthy adults
in an applied setting.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of HHP 282, HHP 363, and HLTH 264 and HLTH 265, or BIOL 270 and BIOL 280.
Typically Offered:
HHP 339 Methods and Curriculum In Secondary Physical Education 3.00
Teaching methods, materials and fundamental principles in curriculum development for secondary physical educators. A passing score on the
PPST is required to enroll in this course.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is having completed HHP110 and having passed the PPST.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
HHP 340 Organization and Administration of Human Performance, Health & Athletics 3.00
Techniques, procedures, and principles of organizing and administering human performance, allied health and athletic programs. Emphasizes
administrative structure, legal liability, and facilities management.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is Junior standing, and completion of 20 credits in major area.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
HHP 352 Principles of Athletic Training 2.00
Advanced investigation into the care and prevention of injuries that occur with physical activity. A sports medicine approach into the areas of
recognition, management, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries related to athletic, recreational and occupational activity.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of HHP 252.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
HHP 362 Kinesiology 3.00
Review of materials associated with basic muscle identification, origin, insertion, and muscle function. Students will learn functional concepts
associated with agonist and antagonist, the primary lever systems, how the upper and lower chains of the body assist with function from birth to
the older age, and how basic biomechanics of daily function assists with or limits everyday activities and overall health. Virtual lab style activities
are used to enhance the learning environment and link knowledge to practical application of skills.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of HLTH 264, HLTH 265 or BIOL 270 and BIOL 280.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
HHP 363 Exercise Physiology 3.00
Introductory lecture and laboratory course examining the acute and chronic physiological responses to exercise. The lecture portion covers the
sub-cellular and metabolic responses to exercise, followed by the systemic responses (neuromuscular, endocrine, cardiopulmonary) as well as
body composition, environmental factors, gender, aging and training principles. The laboratory section allows students to accent the lecture
portion with hands-on laboratory experiences.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of HHP 282 and HLTH 264 and HLTH 265 or BIOL 270 and BIOL 280.
Typically Offered:
HHP 372 Consumer Health 2.00
Principles of consumerism are discussed and analyzed with regard to health care products and interventions.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
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HHP 376 Advanced Individual Sports 1.00 - 6.00
Instruction and participation in advanced levels of individual and dual sports.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
HHP 389 Physical Education Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
HHP 403 Health Coach 3.00
The content covered in this course will address a wide spectrum of health and behavioral concepts with focus areas in: behavioral science,
nutrition, kinesiology, exercise science, screening and fitness assessments, client program design, and legal and ethical concerns related to
allied health professions. Special consideration for children and seniors will be covered along with other special needs populations. Students will
understand how to design and coach both healthy populations and special needs populations through nutritional and fitness behavioral change
and exercise programming. Students will gain the knowledge required of an entry level health coach and will also be eligible to sit for an
approved certification upon completion.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of HHP 282, HHP 362, HLTH 366, or consent of Instructor.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
HHP 412 Lifeguard Training Instructor 1.00
American Red Cross program to qualify an individual to teach the American Red Cross Water Safety course.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
HHP 413 Water Safety Instructor (WSI) 2.00
American Red Cross program to qualify an individual to teach the ARC Swimming courses.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
HHP 414 Scuba-Open Water Certification 2.00
Open water dive requirements for certification.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of HHP 314 or its equivalent.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
HHP 417 Programs of Certification in Winter Sports Activities-Instructor's Training-Skiing 2.00
Program of certification by National Organization for Winter Sports.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
HHP 421 Assessment of the Exceptional Child in Human Performance (PE) 2.00
Federal and state laws pertaining to the education of exceptional/special needs students, knowledge of the major characteristics of the disability
areas, process for referral, placement and programming, and mainstreaming.
Prerequisites:
Co-requisite for taking this course is HHP 422.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
HHP 422 Adaptive Human Performance (PE) Fieldwork 1.00 - 8.00
Work experience with exceptional/special needs individuals. Each credit equals approximately 36 hours of on-the-job experience outside the
university.
Prerequisites:
Corequisite for taking this course is enrollment in HHP 421.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
HHP 423 Adaptive Aquatics 0.50
Work experience with exceptional/special needs individuals in an aquatic environment. Instructor consent is required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
HHP 424 Coaching Students with Special Needs 1.00 - 4.00
Theory, principles and practical application of coaching sports for exceptional/special needs students. Instructor consent is required to enroll in
this course. On demand.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
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HHP 435 Theories of Human Performance for the Elementary School 3.00
(For Human Performance majors.) Theory and practice of the various activities in the elementary human performance program as well as
curriculum development. School observation required.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is Junior class standing and admission to the Teacher Education Program.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
HHP 437 Practicum in Health 1.00 - 16.00
Experience under direct supervision in teaching human performance activities.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
HHP 438 Measurement and Evaluation for Human Performance 2.00
Introduction to the field of measurement, evaluation and research in human performance. Students are required to complete an independent
research project related to their intended profession. Basics of a research proposal, Institutional Review Board and power point presentations
are covered.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is Junior class standing in HHP major.
Typically Offered:
On-Campus: Fall
HHP 458 Certification/Certificate Preparation 1.00 - 12.00
Students are given mentoring towards sitting for credential: Certificate or Certification that enhances their professional pursuits. Assistance with
study guides, preparatory courses such as webinars will be required for completion of this course. Instructor consent required.
Typically Offered:
On-campus: Fall & Spring
Online: Fall, Spring, & Summer
HHP 460 Cardiovascular Diagnostics 3.00
Introductory survey of theoretical considerations and practical applications of electrocardiography and other cardiac interventions.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of HHP 336 (can be concurrent).
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
HHP 463 Practicum in Fitness Lab 1.00 - 2.00
Practical and professional application relevant to organization, equipment maintenance, test administration, and interpretation of fitness
programs in corporate. community, school settings.
Typically Offered:
HHP 471 Senior Seminar: Community Health Promotion 3.00
Development, implementation, and administration of community health promotion programs. Instructor consent is required.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
HHP 489 Physical Education Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
HHP 489AE Health & Human Performance Elective Aesthetic Experience 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
HHP 489DV Health & Human Performance Elective Diversity 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
HHP 489ES Health & Human Performance Elective Environmental Science 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
HHP 489HP Health & Human Performance Elective Health/Human Performance 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
HHP 489NW Health & Human Performance Elective Non-Western 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
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HHP 490 Independent Study 1.00 - 6.00
Intensive investigation of various phases, trends and/or programs in health or human performance. Each student presents a thorough paper on a
selected phase, trend or problem in human performance.
Prerequisites:
Junior Class Standing is a prerequisite for taking this course.
Typically Offered:
On-campus: Fall & Spring
Online: Fall, Spring, & Summer
HHP 491 Fieldwork 1.00 - 12.00
Varied opportunities to work in field settings. Each credit equals approximately 36 hours of on-the-job experience outside the university. Normally
open to juniors and seniors. Instructor consent is required to enroll in this course. Instructor consent is required.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
HHP 492 Experiential Learning 1.00 - 12.00
Credit for certain non-classroom experiences on campus. Normally open to juniors and seniors. Credit for experience is normally sought prior to
its occurrence. Instructor consent is required to enroll in this course. Instructor consent is required.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
HHP 493 Special/Student Initiated Seminar 1.00 - 6.00
Specially designed seminar or student-initiated seminar when there is sufficient student interest.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
HHP 494 Workshop 1.00 - 8.00
Short-term, activity/health oriented course in a specialized area. Instructor consent is required to enroll in this course. Instructor consent is
required.
Typically Offered:
On-campus: Fall & Spring
Online: Fall, Spring, & Summer
HHP 495 Current Topics Seminar 1.00 - 12.00
Advanced seminar on major contemporary developments in the area of human performance and athletics.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
HHP 496 Internship 10.00 - 20.00
On-the-job experience with community agencies to provide students with realistic opportunities to apply their skills to practical problems. A
student must work at a site a minimum of 450 hours to receive internship credit. Field Experiences Director's consent is required to enroll in this
course.
Typically Offered:
HHP 497 Senior Capstone Experience 0.00
Required culminating senior year project that integrates and synthesizes the student's coursework (theories, concepts, skill competencies) into a
formal project and experience. This experience is to be negotiated with the student's major advisor and instructor for final consent and approval
prior to the student's last semester of coursework before graduation. Senior capstone is paired with another course in the major. See Health and
Human Performance major descriptions for paired courses in the Exercise Science program. Student must participate in a public presentation;
i.e., Poster Session, Power Point presentation. Pass-Fail. Arranged. Instructor Consent is required.
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
HHPED - Health and Human Performance Education
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
HHPED 343 Physical Education Methods/Curriculum for Classroom Teachers 3.00
Content areas in human performance for the elementary, middle and secondary schools including rhythms, stunts and tumbling, simple games,
fitness and manipulative activities. Teaching methods, instructional materials and evaluation techniques for each content area in a well-balanced
integrated activity based curriculum for classroom teachers. Mini-teaching in the various areas emphasized. Admissions to the Teacher
Education Program. S16, S17.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is Junior class standing and admission to the Teacher Education Program.
Typically Offered:
Spring and Summer Terms
HHPED 344 Health Methods/Curriculum for Classroom Teachers 3.00
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Content areas in health education for the elementary, middle and secondary schools, including personal health, disease, mental health, nutrition,
safety and first aid, drugs, sexuality, consumer health, community health, and environmental health. Teaching methods, instructional materials
and evaluation techniques for each content area in a comprehensive school health education program. Students develop unit and lesson plans
for the selected grade levels. Opportunities provided for practice teaching. Admissions to the Teacher Education Program. F15, F 16.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is Junior class standing and admission to the Teacher Education Program.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Summer Terms
HLTH - Health
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
HLTH 158 Responding To Emergencies and Safety Education 2.00
Provides the knowledge and skills necessary in an emergency to help sustain life and minimize pain and the consequences of injury or sudden
illness until medical help arrives. Emphasis also given to the prevention of injuries and illness, with a focus on personal health and safety.
American Red Cross certification for CPR and Advanced First Aid will be awarded at the successful completion of the American Red Cross
requirements.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
HLTH 160 Introduction to Health Science and Terminology 2.00
Interdisciplinary review of content areas of health and allied health terminology.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
HLTH 189 Health Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
HLTH 264 Human Structure & Function 3.00
Applied physiological and applied anatomical facts and concepts are reviewed, including basic principles, chemistry, the cell, tissues, the
integumentary, skeletal, nervous, and muscular systems. A virtual laboratory is used to link classroom activities and lectures to anatomical
examples and functional application of knowledge.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite or corequisite for enrolling in this course is HHP 110.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
HLTH 265 Human Structure & Function 3.00
Applied physiological and applied anatomical facts and concepts are reviewed, including the blood, endocrine, cardiovascular, digestive,
respiratory, lymphatic, and urinary systems, immunity, water, and acid-base balance. A virtual laboratory is used to link classroom activities and
lectures to anatomical examples and functional application of knowledge.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite or corequisite for enrolling in this course is HHP 110.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
HLTH 267 Introduction to Mental Health and Stress Management 3.00
Exploration of the mind-body link in mental health and individual wellness. Subject areas include emotional well-being, mental illness, life crises,
stress, and healthy stress management.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
HLTH 289 Health Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
HLTH 289GA Health Elective Global Awareness 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
HLTH 300 Maternal Child Health 3.00
Public health issues affecting the health and well-being of women, children, and families. A multidisciplinary perspective that integrates the
demographic, epidemiological, economic, behavioral, biological, social, cultural and environmental aspects.
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Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
HLTH 301 Infant Health and Development 3.00
Applications of the seven dimensions of Health and Wellness (e.g, physical, intellectual, emotional, social, economic and environmental) to
infancy. Students explore the foundations of infant health and development. Covers common infant health problems.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
HLTH 366 Principles Of Nutrition 3.00
Lecture-discussion course covering the basics of human nutrition including the macro and micro nutrients, the role of nutrition in health, weight
loss and weight gain practices, erogenic aids and supplements. Also addresses nutrition through the lifespan and global implications. Students
required to complete a comprehensive research paper.
Prerequisites:
Completion of HLTH 264 and 265, or BIOL 270 and 280 are prerequisite for taking this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
HLTH 367 Human Sexuality 3.00
Covers the biological, sociological, and psychological dimensions of human sexuality. Special emphasis on the education aspects.
Prerequisites:
Completion of HLTH 264 and 265, or BIOL 270 and 280 are prerequisite for taking this course.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
HLTH 368 Drugs, Health and Human Behavior 3.00
Current, accurate and documented information about drugs and their use and abuse. Attention will be given to understanding drug abuse, family,
prevention, intervention, treatment, and drug-specific information.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of HLTH 264, HLTH 265 or BIOL 270 and BIOL 280.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
HLTH 389 Health Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
HLTH 400 Substance Abuse Counseling 3.00
This course reviews key concepts used in substance abuse treatment from both a historical and current perspective, including theoretical models
of understanding and treating chemically dependent clients. Various screening and assessment tools, drug history, and interviewing skills are
reviewed to help the student assess the severity of addiction and develop an initial treatment plan. Treatment settings and interventions
commonly used with chemically dependent clients are also reviewed from different theoretical orientations. The concept of comorbidity and the
interface between substances and psychopathology are closely examined. Additionally, substance use is examined as it relates to issues of
diversity.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
HLTH 469 Pathophysiology of Disease\Prevention and Control 3.00
Introductory course of basic pathophysiology including epidemiological basics, infectious and non-infectious diseases, systemic responses, and
an in-depth study of the leading causes of death in the United States and Canada (coronary heart disease, cancer, pulmonary disease), as well
as common disorders (muscular, skeletal, neurological, gastrointestinal, urological and reproductive systems.) Students are required to
complete a comprehensive research paper.
Prerequisites:
Completion of HLTH 264 and 265, or BIOL 270 and 280 are prerequisite for taking this course.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
HLTH 470 Community and Environmental Health 3.00
Survey of health and environmental issues as they relate to the global community. The organizations, resources and personnel involved in
promotion and maintenance of the health of a community. Also examines health education theories as they relate to creating a professional
health promotion plan.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for enrolling in this course is Junior Standing or Instructor Consent.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
HLTH 472 Epidemiology 3.00
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The design and content of this course is specific to students seeking careers in public health, community health, allied health, or other
professions that require an understanding of the bacteria and viruses in our community that can lead to disease and other ailments.
Epidemiology is a unique branch of the public health perspective that strives towards the prevention of disease. This course will outline how
microbes play a significant role in our daily lives as agents of infectious disease, how they are a major public health concern, and how certain
microbes are necessary for the sustenance of life on earth.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is Junior standing or Instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
HLTH 489 Health Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
HLTH 489GA Health Elective Global Awareness 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
HLTH 495 Healthy Families 3.00
Applications of the seven dimensions of Health and Wellness (physical, intellectual, emotional, social, vocational, economic and environmental)
to families. The study of the ecological approach to family functioning. Includes field experience in programs serving families.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
HWM - Health & Wellness Management
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
HWM 300 Introduction to Human Health 3.00
Designed to provide students with general background knowledge on many of the issues impacting our health today. Topics of study will include
issues in mental, physical and social health such as stress, nutrition and fitness, alcohol, tobacco and other drugs, relationships and sexuality
and diseases and disorders. An introduction to behavior change theories and the factors contributing to overall wellness will also be included.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is having completed BIOL 115, 123, 130, or 270 & 280.
Typically Offered:
HWM 305 The Wellness Profession 3.00
This course explores the definition of health, health promotion and holistic wellness. You will learn the professional role and personal
commitment required to implement life-style wellness programs. The course includes an overview of the history and philosophy contributing to
the success of wellness and health promotion professionals. You will be introduced to experiential and self learning of a personal wellness
program that facilitates improved health in the seven-dimensions including: Social, Physical, Emotional, Career, Intellectual, Environmental and
Spiritual.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is having completed PSYC 101.
Typically Offered:
HWM 310 Changes Across the Life Span 3.00
This course explores research and theory regarding the nature and processes of human development from early adulthood through old age and
death. Key topics include biological theories of aging; the changing body; disorders of the brain, personality development; changing memory and
thinking skills; relationship issues, careers and retirement, and death/dying.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is having completed BIOL 115, 123, 130, or 270 & 280.
Typically Offered:
HWM 315 Workplace Wellness Program Management 3.00
This course examines the tenets of developing a successful worksite wellness program, introducing key concepts, resources and tools. Students
will be introduced to worksite wellness, working with management, creating wellness teams, collecting data, strategic planning, incentives,
budgets, legal issues, and creating supportive environments.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is PSYC 101
Typically Offered:
HWM 320 Health and Medical Terminology 3.00
The purpose of this course is to introduce the student to the basic terminology. Since health care uses a unique blend of prefixes, suffixes and
terms related to both preventative and clinical care, it is important that the wellness profession has the knowledge and abilities to decipher this
information.
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HWM 325 Health Literacy 3.00
This course will explore the current understandings and work in health literacy research, advocacy, and outreach efforts across the various health
education and related fields. It will include readings, discussions, and competencies in evaluation health information for quality and credibility;
locating health information and determining quality resources; identifying and assessing population health literacy; and understanding the
networks of agencies working in the health settings to address literacy in the health field.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is PSYC 101
Typically Offered:
HWM 335 Worksite Health Environment 3.00
This course examines the workplace environment’s influence on daily health decisions and focuses on practical, contextual levers of behavioral
change. Novel insights from the fields of behavioral economics and consumer marketing will be reviewed to help students understand the
cognitive barriers to health behavior change and the environmental “nudges” that can be leveraged to overcome these barriers at work. Students
will explore environmental assessment tools, active design principles,workplace policies, supportive research and real world examples.
Typically Offered:
HWM 345 Physical Activity and Nutrition for Wellness Managers 3.00
This course presents professional recommendations and guidelines for physical activity and nutrition. Students will design workplace strategies
that will meet recommendations and guidelines to support employees.
Prerequisites:
Having completed BIOL 115, 123, 130, or 270/280 is prerequisite for taking this course.
Typically Offered:
HWM 350 Research Statistics for Wellness Managers 3.00
This course is designed to familiarize students with research nomenclature, procedures for the design and evaluation of research, and
interpretation of statistical analysis in the health field. This course will also provide the tools for critically evaluating the validity of health research.
Typically Offered:
HWM 360 Stress and Dependencies and Addictions 3.00
This course examines common behavioral strategies with regard to stress and its management and the use of alternative remedies for physical
and emotional dependencies and addictions.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is having completed PSYC 101 and BIOL 115, 123, 130, or 270 & 280.
Typically Offered:
HWM 370 Understand and Effecting Health Behavior Change 3.00
This course provides the basic knowledge of foundational change theories, including the Transtheoretical Stages of Change model, in order to
help students understand how health behavior change happens. Included in the course is a self-reflection on personal wellness and strategies for
implementing health behavior change.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is having completed PSYC 101 and HWM 300.
Typically Offered:
HWM 385 Marketing and Communication for Wellness Managers 3.00
Students will develop basic marketing and promotional skills, grounded in the disciplines of social marketing, health communication and
business marketing that address consumer health "needs" and customer "wants". Students will be able to assess market opportunities in
wellness services, programs and facilities, and create marketing strategies and tactics. Emphases will be placed on best practices for behavior
change, instead of cost savings for employers, improved customer/employee participation and/or revenues for wellness programs, services and
facilities.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite is HWM 325.
Typically Offered:
HWM 399 Special Topics in Health and Wellness Management 3.00
Typically Offered:
HWM 405 Survey of Information Technology in Wellness 3.00
This course is designed to provide students with: 1) An overview of various information technology products and mediums impacting the
wellness industry, such as (but not limited to) web portals, online health risk assessments, interactive health tools, trackers, videos/podcasts,
telephone and digital health coaching, online challenges, social networking, electronic medical records, personal health records, electronic health
(eHealth), mobile health (mHealth), mobile applications, and portable tracking devices (e.g., pedometers, glucose monitors, etc.) 2) The
information and resources needed to assess, create, and/or select appropriate technologies and vendors.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite is HWM 315
Typically Offered:
HWM 430 Population Health for Wellness Managers 3.00
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This course introduces the evolution of health problems and services and will examine the methods designed to capture a community and
workplace health profile. The participant will apply concepts involved in measuring and understanding the health of individuals and populations in
order to enhance quality of life. The key social determinants of wellness and their interactions will be considered.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of HWM 300 & 350.
Typically Offered:
HWM 460 Leadership and Change Management in Health 3.00
This course will examine the various leadership and management styles, including business models of leadership. Organizational behavior,
decision-making, and attributes of effective leadership will be reviewed in this course. Understanding the impact of changes in healthcare,
wellness and fitness programs on various organizations is an objective of this course.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of HWM 315 (previously HWM 400)
Typically Offered:
HWM 470 Assessment and Evaluation for Wellness Managers 3.00
This course surveys general approaches to assessment, programming and evaluation in health and wellness settings. Participants will explore
individual, group, and organizational approaches to assessment, programming, and evaluating planned and organized efforts to promote both
health and wellness.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of HWM 335 (or HWM 380) and HWM 430.
Typically Offered:
HWM 480 Health Benefits for Wellness Managers 3.00
The design and administration of a health care plan plays a key role in attracting and retaining employees and employers cost savings. This
course is designed to provide you with a solid introduction to the basic issues of health care benefits and how to integrate successful return on
investment,ROI, strategies for adopting preventive health benefits that enhance employee's well being.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is having completed HWM 315 (previously HWM 400)
Typically Offered:
HWM 485 Health Coaching for Wellness Managers 3.00
The course will assist in developing a strong, useful theoretical viewpoint for health coaching as well as to understand those of therapists and
how differential treatment therapeutic goals are set. Definition of coaching and diverse methodologies will be taught, practiced, compared and
contrasted. Students will specifically gain an understanding of "What treatment, by whom, is most effective for individuals displaying specific
problems and under what set of circumstances? As a result you will learn a variety of treatment modalities, and learn to respect vastly differing
worldviews.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is having completed HWM 305/340 & HWM 370.
Typically Offered:
HWM 492 Independent Study in Health & Wellness Management 1.00 - 6.00
This course is designed as a supplement to the required course work in HWM to meet special interests and/or needs of the student. Prerequisite:
Consent of HWM Academic Director.
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
HWM 493 Health and Wellness Management Fieldwork Prep 1.00
This course requires students to identify and secure fieldwork placement for completion the following semester. The fieldwork experience
develops skills in program planning, implementation, promotion and evaluation, oral and written communication, collaboration and networking.
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
HWM 494 Health and Wellness Management Fieldwork 3.00
Students engage in practical fieldwork experience as a pre-professional in a health/wellness setting to utilize skills and knowledge acquired in
previous courses. This fieldwork experience is designed to further develop skills in some, but not necessarily all, of the following areas: program
planning, implementation, promotion and evaluation, oral and written communication, collaboration and networking.
Prerequisites:
HWM 460, 470, 480, 493
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
HWM 496 Health and Wellness Management Capstone 3.00
This course requires the application of knowledge and skills acquired through successful completion of all HWM courses taken prior to or
concurrent with this course. Using a case study, students demonstrate competence in health and wellness management by completing
assignments and participating in discussion that results in the logical, sequential building of a strategic plan for a comprehensive corporate
wellness program. Students demonstrate interviewing, professional networking and resume writing skills along with formally presenting their final
strategic plan.
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
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HWM 499 Special Topics in Health and Wellness Management 3.00
Typically Offered:
Health and Human Performance Department Contact Information
Health and Human Performance Department
University of Wisconsin - Superior
Marcovich Wellness Center 1402
Belknap and Catlin Ave.
P.O. Box 2000
Superior, WI 54880
Phone: 715-395-4673
Email:
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Human Behavior, Justice and Diversity
Mission Statement
Faculty and Staff
Majors
Minors
Certificates
Course Descriptions
Human Behavior, Justice and Diversity Department Contact Information
Mission Statement
The Human Behavior, Justice and Diversity Department is a multi-disciplinary department housing Social Work, Psychology, Legal Studies / Criminal
Justice and First Nations Studies.
Faculty and Staff
Bolton Holz, Kenna - Associate Professor, Psychology
Cuzzo, Maria Stalzer Wyant - Professor, PhD, JD, Mediator, Legal Studies / Criminal Justice
Goerdt, Lynn Amerman - Associate Professor, Social Work
Hettinger, Vanessa - Assistant Professor, Psychology
Johnson, Margaret - Univ Svcs Assoc 2, HBJD
LaCoursiere, Nate - Senior Lecturer, Legal Studies / Criminal Justice
Lewandowski, Diane - University Svcs Program Assoc
Lilly, Mandy - Assistant Professor, Social Work
Mahoney, Joseph - Assistant Professor, Psychology
Pinnow, Eleni - Associate Professor, Psychology
Rappley-Larson, Mimi - Associate Professor, Social Work
Steblay, Steven - Senior Lecturer, Criminal Justice / Legal Studies
Stocker, Shevaun - Professor, Psychology
Willingham, Alli - Assistant Professor, Criminal Justice / Legal Studies
Majors
Criminal Justice Concentration (comprehensive) Requirements
Legal Studies Major requirements
Psychology Major Requirements
Social Work Major (comprehensive) Requirements
Minors
First Nations Studies Minor
Criminal Justice Minor Requirements
Psychology Minor Requirements
Behavioral Neuroscience Minor
Certificates
Paralegal Certificate requirements
Mediation Certificate requirements
Criminal Justice Paralegal requirements
Course Descriptions
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CJUS - Criminal Justice
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
CJUS 106 Crime, Behavior and Social Control 3.00
Multidisciplinary analysis of individual, community and government responses to harmful conduct; an examination of criminal, juvenile, military,
and civil justice as well as informal and personal control systems; an inquiry into the use of coercion to promote conformity or lessen injurious
behavior; special attention given to decisions, processes and institutions which respond to acts of criminality and delinquency.
University Studies Requirements:
Social Science
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
CJUS 160 Field Exp./Cert Prog CJUS 1.00 - 3.00
An academically grounded, structured professional experience in a justice setting. Students seeking credit should consult with the director of the
Criminal Justice program for application guidelines. Written approval of the instructor must be obtained before registering. Since the field
experience is an introductory, independent learning experience involving the cooperation and assistance of outside agencies, a student should
notify the instructor in writing of an interest in enrolling in the course several months before the semester of the actual field experience. Instructor
consent required. Formal arrangements with an agency may be easier to complete with careful, early planning.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
CJUS 189 Criminal Justice Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
CJUS 207 Police and Society 3.00
Broad survey of the role of the police in American society. Special attention given to the origins of policing, the nature of police organizations and
police work, and problems and issues in the relationship between police agencies and the community.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
CJUS 212 Criminal Investigations 3.00
Problems of directing and controlling criminal investigation; survey of the fundamentals of investigation, crime scene search and recording,
collection and preservation of evidence, scientific investigation, crime analysis, information sources, interview and interrogation, and case
monitoring and preparation.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
CJUS 289 Criminal Justice Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
CJUS 301 Study Abroad 0.00 - 6.00
Field trips designed to give students direct experiences in foreign countries. Each program includes preparatory reading, orientation meetings, a
faculty-supervised study tour, and a detailed written evaluation of learning situations associated with the course. With consent of the relevant
program and content adaptation, programs provided by other agencies can be considered for this credit. Students must obtain approval for
taking these courses prior to participation, otherwise the course may not count. For specific degree requirements, consult your advisor. May be
repeated only if content is different.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
CJUS 312 Gender,Crime,and Justice 3.00
Exploration of the social construction of gender in crime and delinquency as well as in justice systems; analysis of how assumptions about
gender impact the interpretation and application of law; comparison of offenders, victims and practitioners using the lens of intersectionality.
Cross-listed as CJUS/GST 312.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
CJUS 316 Crime, Corrections and Punishment 3.00
Survey of philosophical, historical, sociological, psychological and political aspects of the American prison and related programs in the criminal
justice system; problems of inmate culture, control, supervision and treatment are emphasized through analysis of penal institutions and
treatment/release programs. Attention is given to examining incarceration through the "eyes" of inmates. The course may be taught from an
academic service learning perspective, involving field experiences in custodial settings.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
CJUS 318 Community Corrections 3.00
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Analysis of theories and practice of probation and parole, responses of paroling authorities to public pressures and court controls and their
implications for rehabilitative efforts; analysis of feasibility and effectiveness of treatment of individuals under sentence in the community.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
CJUS 320 Special Topics 3.00
Selected topics in the administration of justice. May be repeated when the content of the special topic is substantially different from previous
course presentations. See course instructor to review content. Previous topics: Military Justice; Terrorism: Meaning and Justice; Masculinities
and Crime; Restorative Justice. As needed.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
CJUS 325 Foundations of Ethical Policing 1.00
This is the first in a series of three undergraduate courses that explore and develop capacity in ethical policing. A student who successfully
completes all three courses with a minimum of 2.0 GPA will receive the Certificate in Ethical Policing. The focus in this course will be on
understanding ethics in the context of law enforcement; using the Law Enforcement Personal Profile © to gain self-awareness into personality
styles and how that can impact officer interactions; and understanding implicit bias, including one's own biases and the implications for the
profession.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
CJUS 326 Issues in Ethical Policing 1.00
This is the second in a series of three undergraduate courses that explore and develop capacity in ethical policing. A student who successfully
completes all three courses with a minimum of 2.0 GPA will receive the Certificate in Ethical Policing. The focus in this course will be on
communication skills such as de-escalation, positive engagement, and managing power in effective communication; trauma-informed policing,
resilience and stress management among officers; and exploring officer misconduct, use-of-force, and common ethical dilemmas.
Typically Offered:
Selected Spring Terms Only
CJUS 327 Leadership in Ethical Policing 1.00
This is the final course in a series of three undergraduate courses that explore and develop capacity in ethical policing. A student who
successfully completes all three courses with a minimum of 2.0 GPA will receive the Certificate in Ethical Policing. The focus in this course will be
on supervision and leadership and creating a healthy organizational culture of support, respect and accountability within law enforcement.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
CJUS 374 Research Methods in Criminal Justice 3.00
Introduction to the research methods applied in criminology and criminal justice. Includes an examination of the scientific method, quantitative,
qualitative, and mixed methods approaches.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
CJUS 389 Criminal Justice Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
CJUS 448 Criminology 3.00
Multidisciplinary analysis of criminal behavior. Special attention devoted to the definition, nature and scope of crime in the United States and the
explanations which evolved to account for this form of deviant behavior. Includes historical analysis of criminological thought and strategies of
social control.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
CJUS 463 Delinquency and Juvenile Justice 3.00
Examination of the social and psychological dimensions of juvenile delinquency: its nature, extent, distribution and patterns; evaluation of
theories and explanations of delinquent causation; consideration of the legal processing of delinquents; programs of prevention and treatment of
delinquents. Satisfies the requirement of general education as an independent learning and a capstone experience. Students completing CJUS
463 as a senior capstone experience will be required to give a public presentation on their work. See director of the Criminal Justice Program
and/or coordinator in Legal Studies program for more information.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
CJUS 489 Criminal Justice Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
CJUS 491 Applied Criminal Justice 3.00
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Academic and professional development in justice settings as well as course meetings. A field experience in criminal justice that applies
scholarly research to understanding justice agencies and organizations. Students discern policies and practices of justice organizations through
systematic observations at agency sites as well as frequent, regularly scheduled course meetings with the course instructor. The workings of
agencies and agents will be measured through analytical and reflective writing exercises. Written consent of the instructor must be obtained
before registering. Since a significant part of the course is an independent learning experience involving the cooperation and assistance of
outside agencies, a student should notify the instructor in writing of an interest in enrolling in the course early in the semester before the semester
of the actual field experience. Instructor consent required. Formal arrangements with an agency may be easier to complete with careful, early
planning. Students completing CJUS 491 as a senior capstone experience will be required to give a public presentation on their work. See
director of the Criminal Justice Program and/or Coordinator in Legal Studies program for more information.
Typically Offered:
Spring and Summer Terms
CJUS 492 Criminal Justice Policy Issues and Reform 3.00
Group designed research based on approved proposal of a significant and focused public policy topic. Generating a coherent researchable idea,
reviewing a literature, collecting and analyzing information/data and reporting results. Satisfies the requirement of general education as an
independent learning and a capstone experience. Students completing CJUS 492 as a senior capstone experience will be required to give a
public presentation on their work. See director of the Criminal Justice Program and/or coordinator in Legal Studies program for more information.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of both CJUS 374 and either MATH 130 or PSYC 301.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
CJUS 497 Student Initiated Seminar 1.00 - 3.00
The program offers a specially designed seminar or student-initiated seminar when there is sufficient interest. For further information, see the
Criminal Justice Program director.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
CJUS 498 Senior Capstone Presentation 0.00
Required culminating senior-year public presentation, based on CJUS 463 (Delinquency and Juvenile Justice), CJUS 491 (Applied Criminal
Justice), CJUS 492 (Senior Thesis), or CJUS 499 (Individualized Research). See UW-Superior catalog for Criminal Justice capstone course
descriptions. The presentation will be given at a specified time in the relevant fall or spring semester prior to graduation. It may be made in one of
several ways, including an oral presentation, a poster, digital video, and theatrical or other performance. Pass-Fail. Arranged. Advisor
permission required.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
CJUS 499 Individualized Research 1.00 - 3.00
Either supervised research in selected subfields of the discipline resulting in the submission of a formal research paper, or development and
execution of a project designed to apply criminal justice or social science concepts and skills to a particular situation, drawing upon the relevant
scholarly literature and resulting in submission of a formal research and experience-evaluation paper. Projects devoted to the demonstration of
skills may include, but need not be limited to: direct participation in a criminal justice agency; other activity on behalf of a criminal justice interest
group; involvement in a University justice agency; service as an intern with a government agency or a private organization with a justice interest;
or an active leadership role in a private or community organization. May be repeated once for a total of six credits. Instructor consent required.
Consultation with the instructor must take place within the first two weeks of the semester. As needed.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
FNS - First Nation Studies
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
FNS 101 Beginning Ojibwe Language 4.00
For beginning students in Ojibwe language. Introduction to the phonetics, pronunciation, and rhythm of the Ojibwa language. A standardized
spelling system and basic vocabulary will be used; focus on oral fluency.
University Studies Requirements:
Humanities - WLCP
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
FNS 110 Introduction to First Nations Studies 3.00
Explores historical and contemporary developments in First Nations communities. Incldes the history, sovereignty, and culture of tribal nations in
North America.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Humanities - WLCP
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
FNS 130 Contemporary Issues in First Nations Society 3.00
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Study of contemporary developments and issues impacting the diverse Indigenous communities and nations in North America. Topics include:
tribal sovereignty, environmental justice, racism, colonialism, political mobilization, and Indigeneity.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
FNS 151 First Nations Politics and Self-Determination 3.00
Introduction to the basics of First Nations law and tribal governments, and how federal Indian policy has affected development of tribal
governments that exist today. Cross-listed as POLS 151.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Social Science
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
FNS 189 Indian Studies Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
FNS 201 Intermediate Ojibwe Language 4.00
Speaking and comprehension of basic Ojibwe speech patterns. Development of rudimentary reading knowledge, conversational skills, and
elementary grammar. Emphasis on vocabulary development and cultural perspectives. No prerequisite.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
FNS 223 First Nations History I 3.00
Examination of the history and culture of the First Nations people from pre-contact to 1830 (the era of Removal policy).
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Humanities - History
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
FNS 224 First Nations History II 3.00
Examination of the history and culture of the First Nations people from 1830 (the era of Removal policy) to the present.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Humanities - History
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
FNS 230 First Nations Myths and Legends 3.00
Introduction to the oral tradition of First Nations people. Explores traditional stories and legends told by native peoples for generations. Students
will understand the meaning they provided past generations of people and how their message is carried into the modern world.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
FNS 242 First Nations Values and Spiritual Beliefs 3.00
Examines a broad range of First Nations religious beliefs as they relate to the various cultural values of First Nations in North America. Emphasis
on the spiritual significance of First Nations ceremonies and their relationship to the environment. Traditional teachings of First Nations will be
examined as they relate to the lifestyles of First Nations people historically and today.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
FNS 289 First Nations Elective 1.00 - 99.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Humanities - WLCP
Typically Offered:
FNS 289DV First Nations Studies Elective Diversity 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
FNS 289ES First Nations Elective Environmental Studies 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
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University Studies Requirements:
Natural Sciences - Environment
Typically Offered:
FNS 289GA First Nations Studies Elective Global Awareness 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
FNS 289HH First Nations Elective Humanities - History 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Humanities - History
Typically Offered:
FNS 289SS First Nations Elective Social Sciences 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
FNS 289WC First Nations Elective World Language Cultures 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Humanities - WLCP
Typically Offered:
FNS 307 Ojibwa Culture 3.00
Examines various aspects of the Ojibwa culture in depth. A hands-on approach, with students going into the field and participating in lab activities
such as wild ricing, sugar bush, drum and dance, and others. Can be repeated up to six credits.
Typically Offered:
FNS 324 First Nations Wisconsin History 3.00
History of the native peoples of Wisconsin from prehistoric times to the present. Major emphasis on the six federally recognized tribes in
Wisconsin. Cross-listed as FNS/HIST 324.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
FNS 333 The History of Indigenous Peoples 3.00
A course on a global history of Indigenous Peoples which will explore the history of conquered and marginalized societies in a world systems
context. The course examines their loss of economic resources, environmental security, cultural, linguistic and political sovereignty and their
strategies for survival and reemergence as re-empowered peoples. Examples from many regions of the world with many films. Examples may
change but the learning goals remain the same. Cross-listed as ANTH/FNS/HIST 333. Code 4. RE.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Odd Years Only
FNS 368 Cultures of Mesoamerica 3.00
Investigates current and past cultures of Mesoamerica (located in present-day Mexico, Guatemala, and neighboring areas), both past and
present, and their transformations and influence across time and borders. Employs archaeological, historical, and ethnographic data in a lecture,
readings, film and discussion format. Cross-listed as ANTH/HIST/FNS 368. ANTH 101 highly recommended. Code 2.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
FNS 386 Working with American Indian Families 3.00
Focuses on issues related to contemporary American Indian family life, including recognition of the importance of American Indian tribal contexts
and community-based assets; development and implementation of the Indian Child Welfare Act; impact of sovereignty and other social policy
issues on American Indian families; and effective social work approaches to use when helping American Indian families. Offers an opportunity to
better understand and work more effectively with American Indian families. Open to non-majors and can be used as a General Education
diversity requirement. Cross-listed FNS/SOW 386.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
FNS 389 First Nations Elective 1.00 - 12.00
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Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
FNS 410 First Nations Law 3.00
Examines the unique relationship between indigenous tribes of the United States and the United States government through the context of tribal
sovereignty. Explores the impact of the Supreme Court and the court's interpretation of legislation and judicial decisions of the past. Also
explores the future of the domestic dependent nations status and tribal sovereignty.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of FNS 151 or instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
FNS 460 The Study of First Nations Women 3.00
Exploration of the First Nations woman's social roles and lifestyles from a variety of tribal cultures in North America. Focuses on traditional and
contemporary values and roles of First Nations women. Cross-listed as FNS/GST 460.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
FNS 480 First Nations Society and Culture: Field Research 4.00
Teaches basic social science research techniques and how they apply to the First Nations community. Group or individual field research projects
will be completed during the semester.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
FNS 486 Special Topics 1.00 - 4.00
In-depth study of specialized current topics in First Nations Studies selected by the instructor. May be repeated for credit when instructor and/or
topics are different. Instructor's approval required.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
FNS 489 First Nations Elective 1.00 - 99.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
University Studies Requirements:
Humanities - WLCP
Typically Offered:
FNS 489DV First Nations Studies Elective Diversity 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
FNS 489ES First Nations Elective Environmental Studies 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Natural Sciences - Environment
Typically Offered:
FNS 489GA First Nations Studies Elective Global Awareness 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
FNS 489HH First Nations Elective Humanities - History 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
FNS 489SS First Nations Studies Elective Social Sciences 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
FNS 489WC First Nations Elective World Language Cultures 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Humanities - WLCP
Typically Offered:
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FNS 490 Independent Study 1.00 - 4.00
Supervised independent study and/or research in First Nations Studies. Instructor's approval required.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
LSTU - Legal Studies
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
LSTU 115 Law and Human Behavior 3.00
Provides a general framework of knowledge, ideas and thought -- mainstream and critical -- regarding the assumptions, structures, actors,
operation, intentions and outcomes of the American legal system. Interdisciplinary liberal arts course exploring the effect of law on and in our
society from past, present and future perspectives. Law now pervades most of what we think, do and believe in the United States. This course
will help illuminate how and why that happens.
University Studies Requirements:
Social Science
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
LSTU 117 Paralegalism and Ethics 3.00
Explores the field of paralegalism, introduction to the law, legal procedures and paralegal skills and legal ethics.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
LSTU 189 Legal Studies Elective 0.00 - 99.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
LSTU 210 Criminal Procedure 3.00
Study of the criminal justice process. Issues of search, seizure and arrest, pretrial and motions practice, jury trial and evidentiary rules; historical
basis and evolution of the various aspects of the criminal justice process.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
LSTU 211 Criminal Law 3.00
The legal definition of crime and defenses; purposes and function of the substantive criminal law; historical foundations; the limits of criminal law.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
LSTU 220 Civil Procedure 3.00
Survey of the civil litigation process in state and federal courts, including form and content of documents used in instituting, prosecuting and
defending lawsuits.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
LSTU 221 Administrative Law 2.00
Review of federal, state and local administrative agencies.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
LSTU 223 Family Law 2.00
The law of family relation, including marriage, annulment, dissolution, judicial separation, alimony, legitimacy of children, custody and adoption,
community property and non-marital relationships.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
LSTU 224 Personal Injury Litigation 2.00
Study of torts, including negligence, defenses, strict liability, nuisance, defamation and product liability.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
LSTU 228 Contract Law 2.00
Consideration of the principles of the law of contracts and restitution; contract formation; enforceability; performance and breach; plaintiffs'
remedies and third-party interests.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
LSTU 233 Law, Citizenship and Civic Engagement 3.00
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Investigates the legal rights and responsibilities of citizens in the United States, both individual and corporate. Topics include the ethical
dimensions of citizenship, its acquisition and loss. The course involves the student in academic service learning in the local community.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
LSTU 261 Contemporary Issues in Law and Society 3.00
Explores controversies arising within or impinging on the American legal system. Research, discussion and debate on 20 pressing issues of
contemporary significance in American law. Students consider the differential impact of issues on various disempowered and minority groups in
the United States and around the world. Fulfills General Education Social Science-Contemporary Society category.
University Studies Requirements:
Social Science
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
LSTU 268 Alternative Dispute Resolution 3.00
Compares and contrasts the adversary system of American law, the settlement/negotiation model advanced within the Alternative Dispute
Resolution movement. Discussion of comparative institutions, processes, costs, theoretical approaches and justifications. Treatment of theories
and practice and skill/training development of alternatives to litigation including mediation, arbitration, mini-trials, etc.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
LSTU 289 Legal Studies Elective 0.00 - 99.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
LSTU 301 Study Abroad 0.00 - 6.00
Field trips designed by department faculty to give students direct experiences in foreign countries. Each program includes preparatory reading,
orientation meetings, a faculty-supervised study tour, and a detailed written evaluation of learning situations associated with the course. With
consent of the relevant program and content adaptation, programs provided by other agencies can be considered for credit. Students must
obtain approval for taking these courses prior to participation. Otherwise the course may not count. For specific degree requirements, consult
your advisor. Course can be repeated only if content is different.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
LSTU 303 Environmental Law and Regulation 3.00
Explores the ethics of and relationships between environmental issues and governmental action, as well as conservation, preservation and
management of natural resources through public policy relation to government and the role of morality and legislation in matters of individual
choice.
Typically Offered:
Fall or Spring Terms
LSTU 305 Methods of Legal Research and Writing 3.00
Introduction to legal research, including legal resources and computerized legal data research; practice briefing cases and use of treatises, texts,
digests, reporter systems, citation resources, encyclopedias, legal periodicals and government documents; introduction to basic principles of
legal analysis and writing principles.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
LSTU 306 Methods of Legal Writing and Argumentation 3.00
Advanced course in legal research, writing and argumentation skills.
Prerequisites:
Having completed LSTU 305 is prerequisite for taking this course.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
LSTU 321 Judicial Process 3.00
This course asks two easily stated and related questions: (1) how do judges judge? (2) how should judges judge? Study of adjudication in both
civil and criminal contexts.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
LSTU 333 Great Legal Trials: Stories That Changed Law 3.00
Explores the great legal trials that informed and transformed our understanding of the law and the society that we live within. Students will also
deepen their understanding of theories and practices of argument construction and defense. Offers numerous hands-on practice experiences.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
LSTU 354 Jurisprudence 3.00
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Consideration of law, its means and ends; focus on special problems in contemporary legal philosophy such as conflicting theories of
punishment, the natural law/positivist debate, individual rights in relation to government and the role of morality and legislation in matters of
individual choice.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
LSTU 363 Comparative Law and Courts 3.00
Examines several judicial systems including the common law and civil law systems, Islamic justice, socialist law and Asian and African systems.
Terrorism and the courts.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
LSTU 365 Race, Ethnicity, and Justice 3.00
Explores how racial minorities experience the American legal system utilizing theoretical and empirical tools from social and legal research;
investigates the political and socioeconomic causes of judicial inequities; addresses major social movements and legal cases impacting racial
issues in the justice system. Fulfills diversity requirement of General Education.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
LSTU 389 Legal Studies Elective 0.00 - 99.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
LSTU 450 U.S.Constitutional Law, Part I 3.00
Survey of the origin and development of the U.S. Constitution using Supreme Court cases which define the powers of the Supreme Court,
Congress and the President; the relationship between the national government and the individual states.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
LSTU 451 U.S. Constitutional Law, Part II-Civil Liberties and Civil Rights 3.00
Study of the constitutional principles concerning the relations between the individual and the government; using decisions of the U.S. Supreme
Court; consideration of the requirements of due process and criminal procedure necessary to safeguard the constitutional rights of criminal
suspects and defendants.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
LSTU 485 Internship 3.00
A structured and focused field experience in a law-related placement. Students perform duties assigned by their placement supervisor, keep a
log/journal of activities and prepare a 12-15 page analysis paper discussing specific ways their placement complemented, and added
perspective to coursework. Students completing LSTU 485 as a senior capstone experience will be required to give a public presentation on
their work. Instructor consent is required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Spring and Summer Terms
LSTU 489 Legal Studies Elective 0.00 - 55.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
LSTU 497 Special and Student-Initiated Seminars 1.00 - 3.00
This is a specially designed seminar or student-initiated seminar when there is sufficient interest or a special topic to examine. For further
information, contact LSTU program faculty.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
LSTU 498 Senior Capstone Presentation 0.00
Required culminating senior-year public presentation, based on LSTU 485 (Internship), LSTU 499-1 (Mock Trial or Mock Mediation) or LSTU
499-2 (Independent Research/Applied Skills). See UW-Superior catalogue for Legal Studies capstone curse descriptions. The presentation must
be given at an arranged time in the semester of the student's expected graduation. It may be made in one of several media, including a poster,
theatrical or other performance, digital video, film, etc. This course is taken on a pass-fail basis. Failure to complete LSTU 498 may block
graduation. Arranged. Advisor permission required.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
LSTU 499 Independent Research/Applied Skills 1.00 - 3.00
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Section 1: Mock Trial. Applied skills course experience for those participating in competitive Mock Trial. Spring semester each year. Section 2:
General Research. For students pursuing independent and advanced research projects under the supervision of a faculty member on a topic
and consistent with a plan mutually agreed to between instructor and student. Also can be used for applied skills experiences that are equivalent
to academic credit experiences within judgment of instructor of Legal Studies courses. On demand. Course can be repeated for up to six credits
toward graduation although only three credits count toward major/minor requirements. Students completing LSTU 499 as a senior capstone
experience will be required to give a public presentation of their work. See Legal Studies faculty for more information.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MEDI - Mediation
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
MEDI 241 Ethics and State Regulation of Mediation 1.00
Explores the ethical codes of conduct for mediation, the state regulatory schemes for conflict regulation and the professional expectations for
mediators as well as domestic violence and mediation training.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
MEDI 471 Family Law Mediation 3.00
Theory and practices of conflict resolution and mediation in the area of family law (including but not limited to custody, parenting, visitation,
divorce settlement issues). In conjunction with MEDI 241, this course meets the 40-hour State of Minnesota Rule 114 requirements for the family
facilitative roster and the State of Wisconsin Chapter 767 requirements.
Typically Offered:
Spring and Summer Terms
MEDI 472 Civil Law Mediation 2.00
Theory and practice of mediation and conflict resolution in the civil law. In conjunction with MEDI 241, this course meets the 30-hour requirement
for the State of Minnesota Rule 114 in civil facilitative roster.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
PSYC - Psychology
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
PSYC 101 Introduction to Psychology 3.00
An introductory survey, providing an overview of the science of psychology; history and methodology; biological basis of behavior; measurement;
learning and motivation; personality and social psychology.
University Studies Requirements:
Social Science
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
PSYC 189 Psychology Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
PSYC 200 Profession of Psychology: Introduction 1.00
This course is for students who are entering, or considering entering, psychology as a major and a career field and is part one of a two-part
series required for psychology majors. It describes professional career specialties and discusses values and ethical principles of the profession.
Other topics that may be covered include retrieval on psychology topics, interaction with community resources, and introductory interpersonal
professional skills. Provides experience in information retrieval on psychology topics. Required for the Psychology major.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is having completed PSYC 101.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
PSYC 225 Sensation and Perception 3.00
Sensory and central processes by which information from the environment is received and interpreted. Includes receptors and neural
processing, thalamic and cortical processing, and principles of perception. Meets the Biological Aspects of Behavior requirement for the
Psychology major.
Typically Offered:
Fall or Spring Terms
PSYC 230 Social Cognition 3.00
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How do we think about the social world around us? How do we form impressions and explain our own and others' behavior? This course will
explore the automatic and controlled cognitive processes that shape our feelings, motivations, decisions, and biases. Additionally, we will
examine how fundamental cognitive patterns form the basis for creating and maintaining prejudice. Meets the Learning, Cognition, and
Language requirement for the Psychology major.
University Studies Requirements:
Social Science
Typically Offered:
Fall or Spring Terms
PSYC 258 Gender, Psychology and Society 3.00
Discussion and study of development of gender roles across the lifespan. Topics include the social construction of sex and gender differences,
status and power, feminist psychology, childhood and adolescence, relationships, family, work and achievement, and diversity. Meets the
Diverse Perspectives requirement for Psychology major. Meets a requirement for the Gender Studies minor. Qualifies as an Academic
Service-Learning course, involving a 15-hour community placement commitment (see Academic Service-Learning for more details). Cross-listed
as PSYC/GST 258.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Typically Offered:
Fall or Spring Terms
PSYC 260 Personality 3.00
Insight into personality can be gained from many different points of view. Covers the major theoretical approaches to personality, including the
psychoanalytic, learning theory, humanistic, trait and sociobiological genetic approaches. Includes consideration of varying topics of research
interest, such as gender roles, locus of control, infant and adult attachment, cultural variation, violence, resilience. Meets the Individual, Social
and Developmental requirement for the Psychology major.
Typically Offered:
Fall or Spring Terms
PSYC 270 Psychology of Men and Masculinity 3.00
This course is devoted to exploring men's experience in society, the cultural messages men receive about masculinity, and the implications of
these for behavior and mental health. Topics include: ideology about the transition from boyhood to manhood, the privileges and perils of
manhood status, men's friendships, work primacy, health issues, intimacy and power issues with women, negotiating male sexuality, male
violence, and assumptions regarding men's role in the family unit. This is a course for people of all genders about issues related to the social
construction of masculinity in our culture. Cross-listed as PSYC/GST 270. Meets the Diverse Perspectives requirement for Psychology major.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Typically Offered:
Fall or Spring Terms
PSYC 275 Reading and Writing for Psychology 3.00
This course builds fundamental skills in reading primary scientific literature and writing using the conventions of the social and behavioral
sciences. The fundamentals of preparing a paper using APA style will also be covered. Required for the Psychology major.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is having completed PSYC 101.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
PSYC 289 Psychology Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
PSYC 289SS Psychology Elective Social Sciences 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
PSYC 300 Profession of Psychology: Professional Development 3.00
This course overviews psychology-related careers and allows students to develop a portfolio that will help them as they prepare for a career in
psychology, Professional development skills such as writing resumes and cover letters, interviewing, financial literacy, conducting job searches
and identifying and applying to graduate school programs are emphasized. Required for the Psychology major.
Prerequisites:
PSYC 275 and PSYC 301 are prerequisites for taking PSYC 300
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
PSYC 301 Statistics for Psychological Research 3.00
Methods of measurement and data analysis. Includes basic descriptive statistics, correlation and regression, tests for inequality of means,
probability of discrete events, and nonparametric tests of association. Required for the Psychology major.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking PSYC 301 is having completed PSYC 101 and MATH University Studies requirement.
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Fall Term Only
PSYC 303 Research Methodology in Psychology 3.00
Experimental and other research designs. Ethical principles of psychology. Required for the Psychology major.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is having completed PSYC 275 and PSYC 301.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
PSYC 305 Learning and Behavior 3.00
This course provides an overview of conditioning and learning with an emphasis on applying these principles to better understand, define,
measure, and change behavior. The ethics of behavior change (particularly as it relates to people with disabilities, children, and animals) will be
discussed. Meets the Learning, Cognition, and Language requirement for the Psychology major. Qualifies as an Academic Service-Learning
course, involving a 15-20 hour community placement commitment (see Academic Service-Learning for more details).
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
PSYC 310 Social Psychology 3.00
Study, discussion, and demonstration/experiments into the nature and causes of individual behavior and thought in social situations. Topics
range from love, cooperation, and helping to prejudice, conflict, and aggression and cultural influences on these behaviors. Meets the Individual,
Social and Developmental requirement for the Psychology major.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
PSYC 311 The Psychology of Close Relationships 3.00
Designed to acquaint students with selected theories, basic research, and applied research in the area of close relationships and to increase
students' skill and comfort in oral expression, critical analysis, and written communication through assignments and class discussions. Students
read both classic and recent journal articles and chapters on a wide range of topics in the field of close relationships (sibling relationships,
friendships, and romantic relationships-both heterosexual and homosexual). Encourages students to think critically about the components of
healthy relationships. Meets the Individual, Social and Developmental requirement for the Psychology major and minor.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
PSYC 320 Health Psychology 3.00
Study of the impact of biological, physiological, social, and cultural factors on health and illness. Topics include physiological systems of the
body, mind-body interactions, stress and coping, lifestyle and health, psychoneuroimmunology, pain, cross-cultural perspectives on health and
illness, and management of chronic and terminal illness. Meets the Adjustment and Well-being requirement for the Psychology major.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
PSYC 350 Behavioral Neuroscience 3.00
Study of the biological systems which underlie human behavior. Covers neural structure and physiology, genetic coding and hormones. Specific
topics of interest to psychology are included, such as mental illness, the sleep-waking cycle, sensation, language, memory, stress, and sexuality.
Meets the Biological Aspects of Behavior requirement for the Psychology major.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
PSYC 352 Motivation and Emotion 3.00
Introduction to the study of human motivation and emotion. Behavioral, cognitive, social, and humanistic theories of motivation will be explored.
Major theories/models of emotion, in addition to student-selected topics in this area will be included. Meets the Adjustment and Well-Being
requirement for the Psychology major.
Typically Offered:
Fall or Spring Terms
PSYC 353 Psychopharmacology 3.00
Students will examine how drugs influence the brain and behavior. Specifically, the course will discuss basic pharmacology (mechanisms of drug
action in the brain) as well as overt behavioral and psychological changes rendered by the drug. Both legal (e.g. Prozac, alcohol, caffeine, and
nicotine) and illegal (e.g. marijuana, cocaine, methamphetamines and LSD) drugs will be discussed. Issues related to addiction and treatment
will also be examined. Meets the Biological Aspects of Behavior requirement for the Psychology major.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
PSYC 360 Culture and Identity 3.00
Introduction to the effects of culture on who we are and how we think of ourselves (and others). Central themes: How does culture construct the
categories that come to define our identities (e.g., race, gender, class)? How does this differ from one cultural context (i.e., region; nation;
continent) to the next? How do these constructs shape our beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors? How does this contribute to intergroup /
international conflict and misunderstanding? Classroom activities and assignments are aimed at confronting, acknowledging, questioning, and
challenging the automatic assumptions that result from our own singular cultural experience, and experiencing differences in culture. Meets the
Diverse Perspectives requirement for the Psychology major.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
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Fall or Spring Terms
PSYC 362 Psychological Disorders 3.00
Survey of major forms of psychopathology, including diagnostic criteria and clinical features of specific mental disorders, in addition to research
on etiology and approaches to treatment. Meets the Adjustment and Well-Being requirement for Psychology major. Qualifies as an Academic
Service-Learning course, which may involve a 15-hour community placement commitment. (see Academic Service-Learning for more details).
Typically Offered:
Fall or Spring Terms
PSYC 372 Child and Adolescent Development 3.00
Surveys the science and application of child and adolescent development, focusing on the physical, cognitive, and social changes that occur
from conception through adolescence. The course covers methods and theory, and may highlight moral development, cultural differences,
genetics, aggression, media and thought processes as they relate to various age groups. Meets the Individual, Social and Developmental
requirement for the Psychology major. Qualifies as an Academic Service Learning course involving a 15-hour community placement commitment
for on-campus sections and a semester-long project for online sections. (see Academic Service-Learning for more details).
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
PSYC 373 Adulthood and Aging 3.00
Examines the social, cognitive, and physical changes that occur through adulthood and older adulthood. Longitudinal and life-span approaches
to development are highlighted along with how a changing life expectancy and demographic population are affecting research and quality of life
in the population. Meets the Individual, Social and Developmental requirement for the Psychology major. Qualifies as an Academic
Service-Learning course, involving a 20-hour community placement commitment for on-campus sections and a semester-long project for online
sections. (see Academic Service-Learning for more details).
Typically Offered:
Fall or Spring Terms
PSYC 380 Community Psychology 3.00
Focuses on relationships between individuals and social systems, or community contexts. Emphasizes social welfare, community mental health
promotion, empowerment, and prevention. Problems related to social justice and inequity such as poverty, substance abuse, violence, school
failure, and other social issues, are highlighted. Qualifies as an Academic Service-Learning course for the Psychology major, involving a 20-hur
community placement commitment for on-campus sections and a semester long project for online sections (See Academic Service-Learning for
more details). Meets the Diverse Perspectives content area requirement for the Psychology major and minor.
Typically Offered:
Fall or Spring Terms
PSYC 389 Psychology Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
PSYC 390 Special Topics in Psychology 1.00 - 3.00
Consideration of special topics related to the field of Psychology.
Typically Offered:
PSYC 403 Memory and Cognition 3.00
Discussion of theory and research into cognitive processes, including attention, memory, problem-solving, and decision-making. Meets the
Learning, Cognition and Language requirement for the Psychology major.
Typically Offered:
Fall or Spring Terms
PSYC 404 Senior Research 3.00
Designing, implementing, and reporting an independent research study in psychology. Required for the Psychology major.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is having completed PSYC 101 and PSYC 300 and PSYC 303.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
PSYC 462 Theories of Psychotherapy 3.00
Survey and critical evaluation of major psychotherapeutic approaches for treatment. Includes psychoanalytic/psychodynamic therapies,
humanistic-existential approaches, and exposure-based, behavioral and cognitive treatments in addition to constructivist, feminist,
culture-sensitive, and integrative therapies. Meets the Adjustment and Well-Being requirement for Psychology major.
Typically Offered:
Fall or Spring Terms
PSYC 464 Psychological Assessment, Diagnosis, and Treatment 3.00
Addresses methods of psychological assessment, diagnosis, psychological treatment approaches, training and professional roles, and
specializations within the field. Meets the Adjustment and Well-being requirement for the Psychology major.
Typically Offered:
Fall or Spring Terms
PSYC 476 Psycholinguistics 3.00
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Examination of the role of psychological factors in the use of language, the relationship between language and thought, psychological
approaches to meaning, and disorders of speech and language. Meets the Learning, Cognition and Language requirement for the Psychology
major.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
PSYC 489 Psychology Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
PSYC 490 Independent Study 1.00 - 9.00
Planning, execution and report of original research or special study on a topic in psychology. Approval of the faculty advisor who will guide the
research or study must be secured before registration. Prerequisite: 15 credits in psychology or consent of instructor. A maximum of nine credits
may be earned under this course number, taken in one or more semesters.
Typically Offered:
SO W - Social Work
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
SO W 121 Introduction To Social Work 3.00
Overview of the social work profession, including its historical roots, practice settings, clients served, methods of practice, and values and ethics.
Also provides an overview of knowledge and skills needed for generalist social work practice with various minority and special populations,
including American Indians. Twenty hours of required service learning in a community social service agency provides an added opportunity to
learn about the profession. Open to all majors.
University Studies Requirements:
Social Science
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
SO W 189 Social Work Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
SO W 289 Social Work Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
SO W 301 Study Abroad 0.00 - 6.00
Field trips designed by the faculty to give students direct experiences in foreign countries. Each program includes preparatory reading,
orientation meetings, a faculty-supervised study tour, and a concluding reflection or action. Students must obtain approval for taking these
courses prior to participation. For specific degree requirements, please consult your advisor. May be repeated only if the content is different. As
offered.
Prerequisites:
Completion of SOW 121 with a grade of C or better.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
SO W 325 Ecology of Social Welfare Policy 3.00
First in a two-course sequence. Provides an ecological overview of policymaking-how differing systems and values interact to create the
policymaking environment. Begins with a review of the history of social welfare and uses this historical lens to examine the structure of present
social welfare policies and service programs. Focuses on understanding the political forces and processes which impact social policy
development, as well as upon how ethical, cultural, social and economic justice issues impact the creation of social welfare policy and programs
at the local, regional, national and international levels. Open to all majors.
Prerequisites:
Completion of SO W 121 with a grade of C or above.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
SO W 326 Methods of Practice: Social Welfare Policy Advocacy 3.00
Second in a two-course social policy sequence. Builds upon the ecological foundation established in SO W 325. Students build critical thinking
and other practical skills necessary to conduct social welfare policy analysis. Students will be introduced to the concepts of regulation and
resistance, and apply those to understanding current and historical social welfare policies. Students will be taught how to propose social welfare
policy alternatives to meet the service, economic and social justice needs of vulnerable regional people. Finally, students will be trained to apply
advocacy skills and to use social and economic justice principles in addressing social welfare needs.
Prerequisites:
Formal admission to the SW Cohort and completion of SO W 325, SO W 340, SO W 341 and SO W 344 with a grade of C or above
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
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SO W 329 Crisis Intervention 3.00
In-depth study of the theoretical basis of what constitutes a crisis, crisis intervention and the steps to be taken in crisis resolution. Focuses on
micro, mezzo and macro applications of crisis intervention models and practice skills, examining both situational and maturational crises and the
implications of crisis intervention for work with families, groups and communities, and at the international level. Open to all majors.
Typically Offered:
Spring and Summer Terms
SO W 340 Methods of Practice: Interpersonal Skills for Social Workers 3.00
Teaches future social work practitioners interpersonal helping skills within a solution focused perspective. Emphasis is on interpersonal
communication and development of interviewing skills ranging from basic to advanced. Students will be taught the conscious use of self, the use
of empathy, ethics and boundary issues encountered in interviewing, and examine cross-cultural differences in the interpersonal skills process.
Interviewing with specific populations will also be discussed including work with children, people in crisis and involuntary clients. Exercises, role
playing and simulations focused on situations encountered specifically at the micro and mezzo of social work practice are used to enhance
learning.
Prerequisites:
Formal admission into the Social Work program cohort. Corequisites are enrollment in SO W 341 and SO W 344
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
SO W 341 Methods of Practice: Individual Case Work 3.00
This course is devoted to development of the entry-level social work practitioner. Focuses on understanding and using current models and
theories of social work practice employed by the generalist social worker in casework with individuals, particularly the ethnic/socially sensitive
perspective, the ecological model, the problem-solving model, the task-centered approach, evidence-based approach, and the strengths
perspective. Course delineates the basic social work helping process: engagement including exploration and data gathering, assessment and
planning, intervention, monitoring and evaluation, and termination. Course components also include varying forms of professional
documentation and application of the NASW Code of Ethics. Emphasis on presenting students with professional knowledge, values, ethics, and
skills to think critically about and conduct effective case work with individuals.
Prerequisites:
Formal admission into the Social Work program cohort. Corequisites are enrollment in SO W 340 and SO W 344
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
SO W 344 Human Behavior In the Social Environment I (HBSE I) 3.00
Examines social work perspectives, knowledge and theory related to human development across the life span in relation to their biological,
psychological, intellectual, social, spiritual and cultural contexts. Knowledge from the social sciences is integrated to provide a comprehensive
view of people interacting with their environments.
Prerequisites:
Formal admission into the Social Work program cohort. Corequisites are enrollment in SO W 340 and SO W 341.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
SO W 345 Human Behavior in the Social Environment II (HBSE II) 3.00
Study of the basic concepts of social systems theory particularly relevant to macro level issue impact with vulnerable and at risk populations.
Knowledge from the social sciences is integrated to provide a basis for intervention with individuals, families, and communities impacted by the
intersectionality of discrimination and oppression. Special emphasis is made on self-examination in relation to ethical, social justice, and human
diversity issues and on acquiring transferable sets of skills in learning to interact effectively with populations that have experienced trauma,
marginalization and oppression.
Prerequisites:
Completion of SO W 340, SO W 341 and SO W 344 with a grade of C or above in all courses. Enrollment in SO W 365 and SO W 368 are
corequisites.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
SO W 350 Introduction to Addiction and Recovery 3.00
Overview of the dynamics of addiction, examining societal attitudes and policies and the impact upon individuals, families, agencies and
communities. Includes description of the recovery process and the role of social work, criminal justice and other helping professionals in the
treatment of addiction. Opportunity to conduct intensive study of this area. Emphasis is placed on learning to interact effectively with vulnerable
and at-risk populations. Open to all majors.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Summer Terms
SO W 365 Method of Practice: Social Work with Groups 3.00
This course uses the basic framework of social work practice, theory, helping processes and skills examined in SOW 340 and 341. Primary
emphasis on development of skills to work with both professional and client small-group systems. Group work includes learning effective practice
approaches with people from diverse client groups and using the group setting to impact change. The course focuses on understanding stages
and dynamics of group process, using groups to address social and economic justice issues and resolving ethical dilemmas that may arise in a
group practice context.
Prerequisites:
Completion of SO W 340, SO W 341, and SO W 344 with a grade of C or above in all courses. SO W 345 and SO W 368 are corequisites
for taking this course.
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SO W 366 Methods of Practice: Agency and Community Macro Skills 3.00
This course teaches macro practice at the agency and community levels for social work and other forms of community change. Course focuses
on: 1) conscious use of self and ethics in macro practice; 2) organizational development, facilitation, scenario planning, administration and
supervision; and 3) assessment of community needs and social change strategies; 4) budgeting; and 5) grant and report writing.
Prerequisites:
Completion of SO W 345, SO W 365, and SO W 368 are prerequisites with a grade of C or above in all courses. SO W 380 and 326 are
corequisites for the course
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
SO W 368 Methods of Practice: Social Work with Families 3.00
This course uses the basic framework of social work practice, theory, helping processes and skills examined in SOW 340 and 341. Primary
emphasis on development of skills to work with various types of family systems. Emphasis will include learning effective practice approaches with
people from diverse families and using the family setting to help impact change. Course focuses on engagement, assessment and intervention
strategies, recognizing and resolving ethical dilemmas, and social and economic justice issues within family practice contexts.
Prerequisites:
Completion of SO W 340, SO W 341, and SO W 344 with a grade of C or above in all courses. Enrollment in SO W 345 and SO W 365 are
co-requisites
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
SO W 380 Methods of Practice: Social Work Research 3.00
This course introduces basic concepts and approaches of social science research. Specific focus on agency-based approaches often employed
by social work researchers, and emphasis on understanding the research process including conceptualization, planning, data collection, data
analysis, and research writing. Express attention given to ethical and diversity issues often encountered in social work research writing. Students
will also contribute to a program evaluation research selected by the instructor.
Prerequisites:
Completion of SO W 345, SO W 365, and SO W 368 are prerequisites with a grade of C or above in all courses. SO W 366 and 326 are
corequisites for the course and either MATH 130 or PSYC 301 with a grade of C or above.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
SO W 386 Working with American Indian Families 3.00
Focuses on issues related to contemporary American Indian family life, including recognition of the importance of American Indian tribal contexts
and community-based assets; development and implementation of the Indian Child Welfare Act; impact of sovereignty and other social policy
issues on American Indian families; and effective social work approaches to use when helping American Indian families. Offers an opportunity to
better understand and work more effectively with American Indian families. Open to non-majors and can be used as a General Education
diversity requirement. Cross-listed FNS/SOW 386.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
SO W 389 Social Work Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
SO W 420 Prep for Field Seminar 0.00
A non-credit course required of all social work majors in the semester prior to field internship. Activities include two one-hour seminars to discuss
internship expectations, planning, and preparation and meeting with the Field Coordinator for placement. Students also engage in resume prep,
job skill development and formal steps to ensure the social work internship. Pass/Fail.
Prerequisites:
Completion of SO W 340, 341, 344, 345, 365 and 368 with a grade of C or above in all courses.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
SO W 422 Social Work Field Instruction I 5.00
The student internship consisting of one half of the required 450 hours jn a community agency.
Prerequisites:
Completion of SO W 325, 326, 340, 341, 344, 345, 365, 366, 368 and 380 with a grade of C or above in all courses and completion of SO
W 420 with a pass. Enrollment in SO W 423 is a corequisite.
Typically Offered:
Spring and Summer Terms
SO W 423 Social Work Field Seminar I 1.00
A weekly or bi-weekly seminar to discuss social work content related to field internship.
Prerequisites:
Enrollment in SO W 422 is corequisite.
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Spring and Summer Terms
SO W 426 Selected Topics in Social Work 3.00
Intensive study of a specific area. This is a Social Work elective and may be repeated for credit when topics are different. Open to non-majors.
On demand.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
SO W 427 Social Work Field Instruction II 5.00
The second half of the required 450 hours of field internship.
Prerequisites:
Completion of SO W 325, 326, 340, 341, 344, 345, 365, 366, 368 and 380 with a grade of C or above in all courses, and completion of SO
W 420 with a grade of pass is prerequisite. Enrollment in SO W 428 is corequisite.
Typically Offered:
Spring and Summer Terms
SO W 428 Social Work Field Seminar II 1.00
A weekly or bi weekly seminar to discuss social work content related to field internship.
Prerequisites:
Enrollment in SO W 427 is corequisite.
Typically Offered:
Spring and Summer Terms
SO W 480 Research Projects 3.00
While registered for these credits, students complete the individually designed and/or team research projects proposed in SO W 380 Social
Work Research Methods.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of SO W 380 and MATH 130 or PSYC 301 with a grade of C or better in all courses.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
SO W 489 Social Work Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
SO W 498 Independent Projects 1.00 - 4.00
Students complete an intensive independent study project. Student self-directed study, with instructor input, for which the student develops a
detailed contract to guide the project. Contract must demonstrate understanding, application and integration of the social work topic under study.
Contract must address ethical, diversity and social justice implications of topic chosen. The class may be designed around any one of a number
of relevant social work topics. Instructor's approval required and a permission number needed to register. 1-4 credits.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is having declared SO W as the Major and completion of SO W 121 with a grade of C or above.
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
Human Behavior, Justice and Diversity Department Contact Information
Human Behavior, Justice and Diversity Department
University of Wisconsin - Superior
Swenson Hall 3113
Belknap and Catlin Ave.
P.O. Box 2000
Superior, WI 54880
Phone: 715-394-8158
Email:
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Mathematics and Computer Science
Mission Statement
Faculty and Staff
Associate Degrees
Majors
Minors
Certificates
Course Descriptions
Mathematics and Computer Science Department Contact Information
Mission Statement
UW-Superior's Mathematics and Computer Science Department provides majors and minors in Computer Science, Mathematics, and Mathematics Education.
The programs provide a core of fundamental courses along with an array of electives that enable students to pursue special interests. Using this versatile, highly
regarded program, students can choose a major, minor, certification or associates degree that prepares them for a career or graduate study in Computer
Science, Mathematics, Information Technology and Systems, Engineering or Mathematics Education.
Faculty and Staff
Bezroukov, Serguei - Professor
Kahler, Heather - Senior Lecturer
Khoroosi, Hossain - Senior Lecturer
Lynch, Shaun - Professor
Rosenberg, Steven - Department Chair, Professor
Scott, Chad - Professor and Department Chair
Toscano, Marilyn - Senior Lecturer
Totushek, Jon - Assistant Professor
Tucker, Shin-Ping - Professor
Associate Degrees
Associate of Science-Pre-Engineering Emphasis
Majors
Computer Science Major (Comprehensive) Requirements
Computer Science Major (non-comprehensive) Requirements
Mathematics Major Requirements
Mathematics Teaching Major - Early Adolescence-Adolescence Level (EA-A) Grades 4-12 Requirements
Minors
Information Technology and Systems (ITS) Minor Requirements
Mathematics Minor Requirements
Mathematics Teaching Minor -- Early Adolescence-Adolescence Level (EA-A) Grades 4-12 Requirements
Certificates
Information Technology and Systems (ITS) Certificate Requirements
Course Descriptions
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Course Descriptions
CSCI - Computer Science
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
CSCI 101 Introduction to Computer Science 3.00
A first course in computer science providing a survey of current topics as well as core programming and related problems solving skills.
Satisfies the mathematics requirement for General Education. MATH 095 is recommended for taking this course.
University Studies Requirements:
Math/Computer Science
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is the Mathematics Placement Test, or successful completion of MATH 095 (recommended).
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
CSCI 170 Programming and Technology for the Teaching of Mathematics 3.00
Graphing and analysis of functions using graphing calculators, structured programming, use of software packages such as SAGE, Alice, and
Geogebra.
Prerequisites:
Acceptable score on the Mathematics Placement Test or completion of MATH 115 with grade of at least C-.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Even Years Only
CSCI 189 Computer Science Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
CSCI 201 Introduction to Programming 3.00
A first programming course for students with a serious interest in computing. Topics include: data types and variables; control structures;
primitive and reference data types; methods and modular programming; introduction to abstract data types and classes, and encapsulation;
simple algorithms; and programming conventions and style all done in a formal programming language.
Prerequisites:
Completion of MATH 095 with a grade of C- or better or Mathematics Placement Test of MATH 112 or higher.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
CSCI 202 Object-Oriented Programming 3.00
Continuation of CSCI 201. Programming course emphasizing the methodology of programming from an object-oriented perspective and
software engineering principles. Topics include: data structure fundamentals; exception handling; abstraction and encapsulation; inheritance
and polymorphism; pointer and reference variables; memory management, operator overloading, recursion; concurrent programming; various
important algorithms; and file processing techniques.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is having completed CSCI 201 with a grade of C- or better.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
CSCI 224 Assembly Language Programming 4.00
Fundamentals of Assembly language programming with an emphasis to microcontroller programming. Topics include: binary representation of
numbers and strings, fundamentals of ARM microcontroller architecture; types of memory; access; arithmetic and logical operations; conditional
processing; functions and procedures; bit and string processing; recursion and stack manipulation; floating-point programming; interrupt
handling; hardware configuration; fundamentals of C programming language; combining assembly with C. Lecture and Lab.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is an acceptable score on the Mathematics Placement Test or completion of an appropriate course.
MATH 113 or 102 recommended.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
CSCI 281 Special Projects 1.00 - 4.00
Individual project to learn a programming language not normally offered in the current array of programming courses. Requires weekly progress
reports and demonstration of learned skills through a project under the supervision of one or more instructors. May be repeated, but no more
than a total of 12 credits may be earned from CSCI 281. Pass-Fail only. Prerequisites: Preliminary project plan and an independent study
contract.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
CSCI 289 Computer Science Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
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CSCI 303 Algorithms and Data Structures 4.00
Continuation of CSCI 202. Concepts and implementation techniques for various algorithms and related data structures of particular interest to
computer scientists; analysis of the complexity (efficiency) of algorithms. Topics include: stacks and queues, hashing, graphs and trees, data
compression, game strategy, and related algorithms.
Prerequisites:
CSCI 202 with a grade of C- or better is prerequisite for taking this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
CSCI 327 Embedded Systems Design 3.00
A firmware and hardware development course for students with a serious interest in Micro-controller programming, Embedded Systems, or
Engineering. Topics include: assembly and/or C programming of micro-controllers, interrupt processing, basic hardware and logic design,
programming micro-controller peripherals like ADC, DAC, timers, PWM, comparators, programming and using serial interfaces, communication
with user, basics of printed boards design.
Prerequisites:
Completion of CSCI 224 or CSCI 201 is recommended for taking this course.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Odd Years Only
CSCI 331 Computer Graphics and Game Design 3.00
Programming course emphasizing the implementation of fundamental data structures and algorithms, as well as the use of third-party modeling
software and modern game engines, to represent and render 3D graphics. Topics include: color and output devices; 3D geometry and linear
algebra; physics of motion and gravity; convexity and collision detection; lighting and shadow; texture maps; and keyframe animation.
Prerequisites:
The prerequisite for taking this course is having completed CSCI 201.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Even Years Only
CSCI 340 Software Development and Professional Practice 4.00
Best practices in the field of software development. Students complete a medium-scale software project as members of a development team.
Topics include: professional ethics and responsibilities; multi-tier systems; software life cycle; requirements analysis; system modeling;
implementation and testing; re-engineering and maintainability. Both traditional (waterfall) and newer (agile) methodologies; design patterns;
use of current technologies for programming, project management, and source archiving.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is having completed CSCI 303
Typically Offered:
On-campus: Spring
CSCI 351 Internet Programming 3.00
Internet technologies for the World Wide Web such as XHTML, DHTML, CSS, CGI, JavaScript, and HTML5. Topics include: composing
XHTML/XML web pages; page layout control with cascading style sheets, form processing and validation, working with images and JavaScript
based animation, fundamentals of CGI programming under Unix/Linux environment, server-side programming with Perl and PHP; server
configuration issues; and database access.
Prerequisites:
The prerequisite for taking this course is having completed CSCI 201.
Typically Offered:
CSCI 356 Database Systems 3.00
Information Management (IM) plays a critical role in almost all areas where computers are used. The course discusses the representation,
organization, transformation, and presentation of information; algorithms for efficient and effective access and updating of stored information;
data modeling and abstraction; relational algebra and Structured Query Language (SQL); and database design, implementation, querying, and
administration. Pre-requisite: Having completed CSCI 201 is recommended when enrolling in this course.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
CSCI 370 Computer Security 3.00
A course in modern computer security and how to write secure programs. Topics include computer security, authentication, basic cryptography,
identifying and stopping program threats, hacking, and secure software development.
Prerequisites:
CSCI 201 is the required pre-requisite.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Odd Years Only
CSCI 381 Special Projects 1.00 - 4.00
Various individual and small-group projects carried out under the supervision of one or more instructors. Requires weekly progress reports plus
a final report and/or a final exam. May be repeated, but no more than a total of four credits may be earned from both MATH 381 and CSCI 381.
Pass-Fail only. Preliminary project plan and an independent study contract required prior to enrollment.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
CSCI 389 Computer Science Elective 1.00 - 12.00
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Typically Offered:
CSCI 390 Computer Science Internship 1.00 - 4.00
Work in an approved position to gain experience in solving real problems using computer science. Interns may receive salaried appointments
with cooperating companies. Pass-Fail only.
Typically Offered:
CSCI 451 Operating Systems 4.00
In-depth study of the concepts, issues, and algorithms related to the design and implementation of operating systems. Topics include: process
management, process synchronization and inter-process communication; memory management; virtual memory; interrupt handling; processor
scheduling; device management; I/O; file systems; and introduction to networking and network security. Students conduct programming projects
and case studies to investigate modern operating systems such as Solaris, Linux, and Windows.
Prerequisites:
The prerequisite for taking this course is having completed CSCI 201.
Typically Offered:
CSCI 461 Computer Architecture 4.00
In depth study of fundamentals of computer hardware organization. Topics include: digital logic and circuits; hardware optimization principles;
finite state machines; computer arithmetic, machine instructions and assembly language; pipeline design, parallelism and micro-programming;
memory management and design; storage system design; I/O modules, operating system support; structure and function of computer
processors, RISC vs. CISC architecture.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is having completed CSCI 224.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
CSCI 470 Net-Centric Computing 4.00
Introduces the structure, implementation, and theoretical background of computer networking. Topics include: the ISO/OSI reference model
and protocol stack, implementation details of various network protocols, routing algorithms, wireless challenges and protocols, mobility
management, broadcasting and multicasting, multimedia networking, introduction to network security, Bluetooth application development for
microcontrollers and mobile devices..
Prerequisites:
The prerequisite for taking this course is having completed CSCI 201.
Typically Offered:
CSCI 481 Special Topics 1.00 - 4.00
Investigation of one or more topics of current interest not covered in other courses. Not intended for independent study projects. May be
repeated, but no more than a total of eight credits may be earned from both MATH 481 and CSCI 481.
Typically Offered:
CSCI 489 Computer Science Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
CSCI 498 Individual Capstone Project 1.00
Students carry out a project under the supervision of a faculty member, write a report, and present the results to the entire department. Taken
during senior year.
Typically Offered:
CSCI 499 Group Capstone Project 3.00
Group projects in software engineering are carried out by students under supervision of a faculty member to serve community organization.
Qualifies as an Academic Service-Learning course (see Academic Service-Learning for more details).
Prerequisites:
The prerequisite for taking this course is having completed CSCI 340.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
ITS - Information Technology and Systems
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
ITS 108 Computer Applications 3.00
Use computer applications to increase personal and professional productivity. Students gain hands-on experience using a variety of productivity
tools commonly found in software suites used in a professional setting, such as word processing, presentation graphics, spreadsheets,
databases, and others. Classes are tailored to the college student with emphasis on providing real-world examples to make learning and using
computer software interesting and applicable to a variety of career paths.
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Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
ITS 148 Computer Applications for Productivity 3.00
Designed for students interested in learning how to use a computer to increase their personal and professional productivity. Enhance computer
skills by using a variety of productivity applications found in common software suites, such as word processing, presentation graphics, desktop
publishing, spreadsheets, personal organizers, and others. Classes are tailored to the college student with emphasis on providing a hands-on
experience to make learning and using computer software interesting and easy.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ITS 189 Information Technology and Systems Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
ITS 211 Visual Programming Fundamentals 3.00
Introduces students to basic programming methods and techniques using the latest development tools. Designed for students who view
themselves as nonprogrammers, but who have an interest in computer programming to create macros or to write simple applications. Students
learn programming skills by writing and debugging simple routines that emphasize programming constructs such as variables, control
structures, and data input and output. Object-oriented concepts are presented and practiced to enhance the experience.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
ITS 230 Introduction to Information Technology 3.00
Provides a stimulating experience for students with new perspectives on cutting-edge technology and systems. Illustrates how everyday
computer technology is combined to form systems people and society depend upon. Covers core computer concepts, latest technological
advances, and emerging trends in information system design and deployment. Arms participants with current knowledge about information
technology used in a wide array of real-world applications.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ITS 289 Information Technology and Systems Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
ITS 310 Information Technology Operations 3.00
Go behind the scenes and discover the systems organizations use to provide computing and networking services. This course examines the
technology and applications that drive modern IT operations such as server virtualization, virtual desktop infrastructure, cloud computing, and
user state virtualization. Topics include desktop and application deployment, help desk services, and configuration management. Mobile
applications are given special consideration. Students work with open source and proprietary software using state-of-art virtualization tools to
model system configurations and learn problem solving skills through hands-on projects.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ITS 335 Web Page Authoring 3.00
Build functional and appealing Internet websites using readily available commercial software to design and construct web pages. Considers
various website strategies and layouts that enable web users. Create web pages that integrate multimedia applications to present content in an
attractive and user friendly manner. Learn about measures of performance and how to test your website for functionality. Designed for students
with a wide variety of backgrounds and interests, employing a hands-on approach.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Odd Years Only
ITS 342 Information Systems 3.00
Introduces topics and concepts of management information systems with emphasis on planning, organizing, and controlling user services and
managing the system development process. Focuses on use of information system technologies in the business world from the standpoint of the
end-user manager.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
ITS 346 Database Management 3.00
Learn the science of database management to include the organization, storage, and retrieval of data used in a wide range of applications.
Basic theory is combined with practical examples to reinforce concepts presented in class. Students are encouraged to apply learned skills to
projects in their particular areas of interest. Intended for the student with no or minimal exposure to database systems and uses state-of-the-art
database management system software.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
ITS 350 Networking and Communications 3.00
Discover the ways data moves between computers, network-enabled devices, and other communication technology using wired and wireless
media. A broad range of applications are considered ranging from networked enterprise to mobile technology to the ubiquitous broadcast
signals used to transmit television and radio programs. Emphasis is placed on networking and communication technology and how it used to
connect people with each other and with the information they need.
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Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
ITS 360 Ethics in Information Technology 3.00
Examines the impact computers and Internet technology have had on people and society through the lens of Internet law, ethics, and
intellectual property. Designed to be a forum where students discuss and debate critical issues related to these areas. Students participate in
exercises that stimulate critical thinking and prepare them to address complicated issues that provoke a wide range of opinions.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Odd Years Only
ITS 364 Digital Multimedia 3.00
Examines the history and underlying theory behind computer integration of text, sound, video, animation, and graphics. Survey the fundamental
concepts and historical development of multimedia. Review current and future applications of multimedia. Introduce the practical tools and
techniques for developing digital media applications. Students gain practical experience in design and implementation of multimedia
applications on a platform.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Even Years Only
ITS 370 Information Security 3.00
Provides the knowledge of information assurance and security necessary for modern programmers, analysts, and other IT professionals and
also important for business managers, auditors and many other careers. Covers a diverse range of topics recommended by the Association for
Computing Machinery, including operational issues, policies and procedures, attacks and defense mechanisms, risk analysis, recovery and
business continuity, data security, cryptography, and digital forensics.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Even Years Only
ITS 380 Global E-Commerce Systems 3.00
A close look at technology that enables e-commerce to leverage information to their strategic advantage. Examines the business use to
improve productivity, manage information, market and sell product, streamline supply chains, and compete on a global scale that has led to a
revolution in the e-business enterprise. Students are guided to understand basic e-commerce and e-business systems on key areas of
developing, managing, and maintaining a successful e-commerce site. Case studies and examples illustrate how theory is successfully
translated into real-life business scenarios.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
ITS 381 Special Projects 1.00 - 4.00
Various individual and small-group projects carried out under the supervision of one or more instructors. Requires weekly progress reports plus
a final report and/or a final exam. May be repeated, but no more than a total of four credits may be earned from both ITS 381 and CSCI 381.
Pass-Fail only. Prerequisites: Preliminary project plan and an independent study contract. Offered as needed.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ITS 389 Information Technology Elective 0.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
ITS 400 Information Technology and Systems Internship 2.00 - 7.00
Students extend classroom learning in the ITS field. Students obtain the cooperation of an employer and prepare a learning contract. Students
will submit weekly recaps of activities and a final report about their experience. The internship may be taken any academic term. Pass-Fail only.
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
ITS 481 Special Topics 1.00 - 4.00
In-depth study of specialized current topics in information technology and systems. May be repeated when topics are different. Offered as
needed.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ITS 489 Information Technology Elective 0.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
ITS 498 Individual Capstone Project 1.00
Students will integrate an information technology and systems (ITS)application into the senior experience in their program of study. Requires
weekly progress reports and demonstration of learned skills through a project under the supervision of one or more instructors. Pass-Fail only.
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
ITS 499 Group Capstone Project 1.00
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Group projects are carried out by students. Students will integrate an information technology and systems (ITS) application into the senior
experience in their program of study. Requires weekly progress reports and demonstration of learned skills through a project under the
supervision of one or more instructors. Pass-Fail only.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
MATH - Mathematics
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
MATH 090 Fundamentals of Mathematics 3.00
Review of pre-algebra mathematics with an introduction to basic algebra. Topics include: real numbers, with an emphasis on fractions and
decimals; percent notation; exponents; algebraic expressions; solving equations and inequalities; polynomials; basic factoring; unit conversions;
and an introduction to graphing linear equations.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MATH 095 Fundamentals of Algebra 3.00
Review of elementary algebra topics typically studied in high school. Topics include: the real number system; linear equations and inequalities
and their graphs; systems of linear equations; polynomials, factoring polynomials; rational expressions; rational exponents; radical expressions.
Does not apply toward general education requirements or graduation requirements.
Prerequisites:
MATH 090 with a grade of C- or better or an acceptable score on the Math Placement test.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MATH 096 Fundamentals of Algebra for MATH 113 (Algebra with Applications) 3.00
Review of elementary algebra topics typically studied in high school. Topics include: the real number system; functions; linear equations and
inequalities and their graphs; systems of linear equations; polynomials, factoring polynomials; rational expressions; rational exponents; radical
expressions. Does not apply toward University Studies requirements or graduation requirements.
Prerequisites:
MATH 090 with a grade of C- or better or an acceptable score on the Math Placement test and concurrent enrollment in MATH 113
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MATH 097 Fundamentals of Algebra for MATH 112/130 2.00
Review of elementary algebra topics typically studied in high school. Topics include: the real number system; functions; linear equations and
their graphs; polynormials; rational expressions; rational exponents; combinations and permutations. Does not apply toward university studies
requirements or graduation requirements.
Prerequisites:
MATH 090 with a grade of C- or better or an acceptable score on the Math Placement test and concurrent enrollment in MATH 112 or
MATH 130
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MATH 102 Intermediate Algebra 2.00
Review of intermediate algebra topics typically studied in high school. Topics include: rational expressions and equations; rational exponents;
radical expressions and equations; complex numbers; functions; quadratic equations and functions; graphing techniques, conic sections;
exponential and logarithmic functions and equations.
Prerequisites:
Adequate math placement score or completion of MATH 095 with a C- or better.
Typically Offered:
MATH 112 Introduction to Contemporary Mathematics 3.00
A liberal arts mathematics course presenting mathematics as a tool used by a wide range of professionals in modern society. Real-life
examples are used to promote understanding of mathematics and its relationship to other areas of study. Examples will be chosen from graph
theory (Traveling Salesman Problem and Euler Circuits), voting theory (fairness criteria and Arrow's impossibility theorem), elementary
probability and statistics, logic, geometry, mathematics of growth, mathematics of finance, and mathematical modeling.
University Studies Requirements:
Math/Computer Science
Prerequisites:
Adequate math placement score or completion of MATH 095 with a C- or better or concurrent enrollment in MATH 097 or successful
completion of MATH 130 or MATH 113 with a C- or better
Typically Offered:
On-campus: Fall & Spring
Online: Fall & Spring
MATH 113 Algebra with Applications 3.00
Algebraic concepts, problem-solving techniques, and applications for students in business, natural and social sciences. Topics include rates;
proportions; linear, quadratic, exponential, logarithmic functions and their graphs; matrices; complex numbers.
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University Studies Requirements:
Math/Computer Science
Prerequisites:
Adequate Math Placement Score or completion of MATH 095 with a C- or better or concurrent enrollment in MATH 096
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MATH 115 Precalculus 5.00
Covers the algebra and trigonometry required for Calculus and Analytic Geometry. Topics include review of intermediate algebra; composite
and inverse functions; polynomial and rational functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, trigonometric functions, identities, and equations;
the binomial theorem; fundamentals of analytic geometry; and conic sections.
University Studies Requirements:
Math/Computer Science
Prerequisites:
Adequate math placement score or completion of MATH 113 with a C- or better.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MATH 130 Elementary Statistics 4.00
Introductory course for students of all disciplines. Includes descriptive statistics, probability, the binomial and normal distributions, confidence
intervals, correlation and linear regression, Central Limit Theorem, and one-sample (population mean and population proportion) and
two-sample (population means) hypothesis testing. Problems are taken from various fields of study dependent on statistical decision making.
University Studies Requirements:
Math/Computer Science
Prerequisites:
Adequate math placement score or completion of MATH 095 with a C- or better, or concurrent enrollment in Math 097, or successful
completion of MATH 112 or MATH 113 with a C- or better.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MATH 151 Calculus for Business, Life, and Social Sciences 3.00
A short course in calculus including concepts and problem-solving techniques for students in business, economics, biology and the social
sciences. Topics include algebraic, exponential and logarithmic functions; derivatives, and optimization problems; integrals; partial derivatives
and Lagrange multipliers as time permits.
University Studies Requirements:
Math/Computer Science
Prerequisites:
Adequate math placement score or completion of MATH 113 with a C- or better.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MATH 189 Mathematics Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
MATH 189MC Mathematics Elective Math/Computer Science 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
MATH 240 Calculus and Analytic Geometry I 4.00
A first course in the fundamentals of calculus. Topics include: real numbers; functions; limits; continuity; derivatives, integrals; the use of
computational tools in calculus; transcendental functions; and applications.
University Studies Requirements:
Math/Computer Science
Prerequisites:
Adequate math placement score or completion of MATH 115 with a C- or better.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MATH 241 Calculus and Analytic Geometry II 4.00
Continuation of MATH 240. Topics include: conic sections; techniques and applications of integration; parametric curves and polar coordinates;
indeterminate forms; improper integrals; and infinite series.
Prerequisites:
Completion of MATH 240 with a grade of C- or better.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MATH 242 Calculus and Analytic Geometry III 4.00
Continuation of MATH 241. Topics include: three-dimensional analytic geometry; vectors; partial derivatives; multiple integrals; line integrals;
and surface integrals.
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Prerequisites:
Completion of MATH 241 with a grade of C- or better.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
MATH 289 Mathematics Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
MATH 289MC Math Elective Math/Computer Science 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
MATH 310 Introduction to Abstract Mathematics 3.00
Fundamentals of formal mathematics emphasizing mathematical writing and types of formal proof. Includes significant coverage of topics in
logic, set theory basic number theory and relations and fuctions.
Prerequisites:
Completion of MATH 240 with a C- or better or instructor permission.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MATH 315 Linear Algebra 3.00
Introduction to the algebra and geometry of two-and three-dimensional space and extension to n-dimensional space. Topics include: line and
coordinate vectors; systems of linear equations and their solution by reduction methods; matrix algebra; determinants; fundamentals of abstract
vector spaces; linear independence, dimension theorems; linear transformations; eigenvalues and eigenvectors; diagonal matrices; quadratic
forms; inner products; and the Gram-Schmidt orthogonalization.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of MATH 310.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
MATH 320 Discrete Structures 4.00
Continuation of MATH 310. Investigation of concepts of non-calculus mathematics used in computer science, operations research and other
areas of applied mathematics. Topics include: relations and functions, recurrence relations, combinatorics, graph theory, and related algorithms.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of MATH 310.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
MATH 344 Differential Equations 4.00
Introduction to the theory of ordinary differential equations including some coverage of series solutions, as time permits. Also covers various
classical applications, such as spring mass systems.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of MATH 241.
Typically Offered:
On-campus: Select Semesters
MATH 362 Topics In Geometry 3.00
Modern treatment of topics from Euclidean geometry with an introduction to other geometries. Appropriate for students in Elementary or
Secondary Education.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of MATH 310.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Odd Years Only
MATH 370 Probability 3.00
A first course in Calculus-based probability theory. Topics include: axioms of probability; combinatorial analysis; conditional probability;
independence; discrete and continuous random variables; probability distributions; expectation; variance; Poisson processes; and limit
theorems.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of MATH 241 and MATH 310.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Odd Years Only
MATH 371 Statistics 4.00
Calculus-based statistics emphasizing applications intended for students in applied mathematics, economics and the sciences. Topics include:
the use of statistical software; estimation and prediction; hypothesis testing; linear and multiple regression; F and t tests; analysis of variance;
and non-parametric statistics.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of MATH 241 and MATH 310 (MATH 242 recommended).
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MATH 380 Introduction to Mathematical Modeling 4.00
Applied mathematics course emphasizing probabilistic models. Topics include: discrete-and continuous-time Markov chains; Monte Carlo
estimates; queuing theory; reliability theory; Brownian motion; and financial mathematics.
Prerequisites:
MATH 241 with a grade of C- or better and either MATH 370 or MATH 371. (MATH 242 is also recommended.)
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
MATH 381 Special Projects 1.00 - 4.00
Various individual and small-group projects carried out under the supervision of one or more instructors. Requires weekly progress reports plus
a final report and/or a final exam. May be repeated, but no more than a total of four credits may be earned from both MATH 381 and CSCI 381.
Pass-Fail only. Preliminary project plan and an independent study contract required prior to enrollment.
Typically Offered:
MATH 385 Introduction to Operations Research 3.00
Topics include Mathematical programming, (Linear programming problems, Transportation problems, Dynamic programming, Game Theory),
Queuing Theory, Inventory Theory, Reliability Theory, and Simulation techniques.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of MATH 315 and MATH 370.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
MATH 389 Mathematics Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
MATH 390 Mathematical Sciences Internship 1.00 - 4.00
Work in an approved position to gain experience in solving real problems using computer science, mathematics, and statistics. Interns may
receive salaried appointments with cooperating companies. Pass-Fail only.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
MATH 391 Putnam Mathematical Competition 0.00 - 3.00
Preparation for the national Putnam Mathematics Contest. Includes review of previous examination problems and lectures on selected topics.
May be repeated for a total of up to six credits. Pass-Fail only.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
MATH 421 Theory of Computation 4.00
Thorough introduction to automata, formal languages and computability. Topics include: models of computation; regular and context-free
languages; finite and pushdown automata; Turing machines; unsolvable decision problems; and fundamentals of computational complexity.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of MATH 320.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Odd Years Only
MATH 425 Algorithm Design and Analysis 4.00
Study of the design and analysis of algorithms that are based on elementary data structures such as queues, stacks and trees. Some graph
and network algorithms (shortest paths, connectivity, coloring, flows, matchings), geometric algorithms (convex hulls, range search, nearest
neighbors), NP-complexity, approximation algorithms (vertex cover, traveling salesman, scheduling), and introduction to randomized algorithms.
Introduction to algorithm design techniques, including greedy algorithms, divide-and-conquer, and dynamic programming. Lower and upper
bounds of program complexity are analyzed. Introduction to algorithms used in the area of information security.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of MATH 320.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Even Years Only
MATH 437 Cryptography 4.00
Study of the theory of cryptography together with applied programming projects. Topics include: discrete probability spaces; Shannon's theory of
information and perfect secrecy; classical cryptosystems and cryptanalysis; authentication and key exchange; public key cryptosystems;
elementary number theory, primality checking, the RSA cryptosystem; and Advanced Encryption Standard (AES).
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of MATH 310 and CSCI 201.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
MATH 440 Real Analysis 4.00
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Fundamental concepts of limit, continuity, differentiability, and integrability of functions of one variable and sequences and series.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of MATH 242 and MATH 310.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Odd Years Only
MATH 450 Topology 4.00
Topology of Euclidean space, metric spaces, topological spaces, bases and neighborhoods, Hausdorff property, continuity, homeomorphisms
and embeddings, connectivity, and compactness.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of MATH 240 and MATH 310.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Even Years Only
MATH 455 Abstract Algebra 4.00
Introduction to algebraic systems including groups, rings, integral domains and fields, homomorphisms and isomorphisms.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of MATH 310.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Odd Years Only
MATH 471 Introduction to Complex Variables 4.00
Introduction to the study of analytic functions including differentiation, integration and series.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of MATH 242 and MATH 310.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Even Years Only
MATH 475 Numerical Analysis 4.00
Study of theory and applications of computational techniques for mathematical solutions emphasizing rapid approximation and error analysis.
Topics include: solution to equations in one variable; polynomial approximations to functions; error analysis; numerical solutions to ordinary
differential equations; boundary value problems.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of MATH 242 and MATH 310.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
MATH 481 Special Topics 1.00 - 4.00
In-depth study of selected topics in mathematical sciences. May be repeated when topics are different.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
MATH 489 Mathematics Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
MATH 489MC Math Elective Math/Computer Science 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
MATH 498 Mathematics Capstone 1.00
Senior year students carry out individual investigations into chosen topics of mathematics. A written paper of their findings will be presented to
the Mathematics and Computer Science department. Instructor consent is required.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
MTHED - Mathematics Education
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
MTHED 289 Mathematics Education Elective 0.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
MTHED 389 Mathematics Education Elective 0.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
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MTHED 489 Mathematics Education Elective 0.00
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Mathematics and Computer Science Department Contact Information
Mathematics and Computer Science Department
University of Wisconsin - Superior
Swenson Hall 3030
Belknap and Catlin Ave.
P.O. Box 2000
Superior, WI 54880
Phone: 715-394-8028
Email:
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Music
Mission Statement
Faculty and Staff
Majors
Minors
Course Descriptions
Music Department Contact Information
Mission Statement
Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music, the UW-Superior Music Department has a long-standing reputation for training excellent musicians.
This enables our graduates to gain admission to leading graduate schools and to hold positions as performers, teachers and professors throughout the United
States and abroad.
Faculty and Staff
Dr. Erin Aldridge, Professor (Orchestra, Violin)
Dr. Pamela Bustos, Associate Professor (Band, Clarinet, Music Education)
Dr. Vicki Fingalson, Associate Professor (Voice, Opera Workshop)
Dr. Michael Fuchs, Assistant Professor (Choir, Music Education)
Dr. Lois Veenhoven Guderian, Associate Professor (Music Education Coordinator)
Dr. Brett Jones, Professor (Percussion, Department Chair)
Dr. Greg Kehl Moore, Professor (Jazz Studies, Saxophone)
Dr. Hector Landa, Assistant Professor (Piano)
Cooperating Academic Staff
Dennis Berryhill, Senior Lecturer (Piano Technology)
Dr. Derek Bromme, Senior Lecturer (Low Brass)
Ian Deterling, Lecturer (Music Technology)
Kimberlie Dillon, Senior Lecturer (Oboe)
Dr. Thomas Hamilton, Senior Lecturer (Organ)
Kevin Hoeschen, Senior Lecturer (Viola)
Dr. Betsy Husby, Senior Lecturer (Cello)
Jacob Jonker, Lecturer (Guitar)
Dr. Jeffrey Madison, Senior Lecturer (Voice)
Deborah Rausch, Senior Lecturer (French Horn)
Michael Roemhildt, Senior Lecturer (Bassoon)
Earl Salemink, Senior Lecturer (Trumpet)
Alexander Sandor, Senior Lecturer (Piano)
Melanie Sever, Senior Lecturer (Flute)
Zoë Scherer, Department Program Associate
Majors
Music: Bachelor of Music Education: Choral/General
Music: Bachelor of Music Education: Instrumental/General
Music: Bachelor of Music in Performance: Instrumental (Non-Keyboard)
Music: Bachelor of Music in Performance: Keyboard
Music: Bachelor of Music in Performance: Voice
Music: Bachelor of Arts in Music (B.A.)
Music: Bachelor of Music Education
Minors
Music Minor
Course Descriptions
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MUSED - Music Education
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Course Title/Course Topics Credits
MUSED 165 Introduction to Music Education 1.00
Introduction to Music Education provides students with an orientation to PreK-12 music teaching and learning. Students are introduced to
philosophical premises and theories that underlie music education, an overview of the history of music education, and experience current trends
and approaches to music education practiced in the United States. This course will also provide students with a broad understanding of the
history, philosophy, and organization of educational institutions, with particular focus on middle-level educational institutions, and their impact on
music education. Includes observing in the schools and hands-on participation in methodologies.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
MUSED 369 Choral Pedagogy and Literature 2.00
Survey of choral literature from a variety of historical periods, including the Renaissance, Baroque, Classico-Romantic, and modern periods;
survey of choral literature appropriate for children's choirs and school choirs; choral warm-up procedures and exercises; and evaluation of pitch
and rhythmic errors, tone, tuning, and blend issues.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of MUSI 380.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
MUSED 370 General Music Methods 3.00
Preparation for teaching and learning in general music grades Pre-K-8. Students study principles of learning, educational theories and
philosophies as applied to music education, and that underpin the design of curriculum and instruction in general music. Under the broad aim
that children and youth learn to respond to music, perform and create music in ways that support lifelong engagement in music, higher education
students become aware of methodologies, materials, technologies, curricula and resources for teaching and learning in general music. In
alignment with local, state and national standards for music education in the United States, and according to the physical, cognitive and
emotional development of children and youths, students learn how to develop daily and unit lesson plans, how to design instruction and how to
evaluate and assess student learning in general music education. Students learn techniques for age-appropriate classroom management.
Students learn about various models and approaches to middle school general music. Students are directed to professional organizations,
journals and research that support their future careers and the development of a personal philosophy of teaching and learning in music.
Pre-Student Teaching Clinical Experience required.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
MUSED 371 Choral Methods and Literature 3.00
A study of the skills and knowledge necessary to successfully manage and teach choral ensembles in grades six through twelve: instructional
planning, lesson development/implementation, cross-disciplinary skills, particular student needs at different grade levels, rehearsal techniques,
choral warm-ups, changing voices, individual/ensemble assessment, classroom management, and curricular/program development. This course
will also feature a brief survey of choral repertoire with an emphasis on literature appropriate for sixth through twelfth grade choral ensembles.
Pre-Student Teaching Clinical Experience required
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
MUSED 372 Instrumental Methods and Literature 3.00
A study of the skills and knowledge necessary to successfully manage and teach instrumental ensembles in grades six through twelve:
instructional planning, lesson development/implementation, cross-disciplinary skills, particular student needs at different grade levels, rehearsal
techniques, individual/ensemble assessment, classroom management, and curricular/program development. This course will also feature a brief
survey of band and orchestral repertoire with an emphasis on literature appropriate for sixth through twelfth grade band and orchestra
ensembles. Pre-Student Teaching Clinical Experience required.
Prerequisites:
Completion of MUSI 380 and admission to the Teacher Education Program
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
MUSED 382 Elementary General Music Methods 2.00
Preparation for teaching and learning in general music grades PreK-5 according to children's physical, cognitive and emotional development and
current educational and philosophical theories as applied to music education. Students learn how to design curriculum, daily and unit lesson
plans according to local, state and national standards for music education, and develop understanding and skills in instructional and assessment
strategies common to American methods of music education. Includes fieldwork.
Prerequisites:
Admission to the Teacher Education Program.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
MUSED 383 Teaching Music in the Elementary School 3.00
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This course is designed for students pursuing licensure in elementary education. Students develop knowledge, skills and understandings for
teaching and learning in integrated and interdisciplinary forms of music education that support learning in the various content areas of the general
curriculum grades 4K-9. In support of children and youths’ cognitive, affective, physical and social growth, MUSED 383 students study children
and youths’ developmental considerations for teaching and learning in music and develop basic strategies in song teaching, classroom
instrument playing, integrated lesson design and sequencing of instruction. Students experience several forms of integrated and interdisciplinary
music education, are made aware of the possibilities for connecting music with learning in other subjects and where collaboration between
general music educators and classroom educators might be possible. Included: assessment, evaluation, differentiated instruction, culturally
responsive teaching and learning, special education and management as applied to music education and integrated music education. Includes
fieldwork.
Prerequisites:
Admission to the Teacher Education Program.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSED 384 Secondary Choral Methods 2.00
A study of the skills and knowledge necessary to successfully manage and teach a secondary choral program. Study of rehearsal technique and
management issues is combined with examination of choral literature and performance practice.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of MUSI 380 and admission to the Teacher Education Program.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
MUSED 385 Instrumental Methods 2.00
Curriculum, materials, organization, conducting, and administration of instrumental music for the upper elementary grades and the secondary
school.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is admission to the Teacher Education Program.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
MUSED 386 Secondary General Music Methods 2.00
Preparation for teaching and learning in general music grades 6-12 according to the physical, cognitive and emotional development of youths
and current educational and philosophical theories as applied to music education. Students learn how to design curriculum, daily and unit lesson
plans, instruction and assessments according to local, state and national standards for music education in the United States. Additionally,
students study course design and school scheduling for middle and high school education. Includes fieldwork.
Prerequisites:
Completion of MUSED 382 and admission to Teacher Education Program.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
MUSED 388 Secondary Band and Orchestra Literature 2.00
Survey of high school band and orchestra literature with emphasis on rehearsal problems, difficulties for individual instruments, and conducting
problems.
Prerequisites:
Admission to the Teacher Education Program.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
MUSI - Music
Catalog
Nbr.
Course Title/Course Topics Credits
MUSI 102 Class Piano I 1.00
Basic course in elements of piano playing.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
MUSI 103 Class Piano II 1.00
Continuation of MUSI 102.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of MUSI 102; co-requisite is MUSI 172 and MUSI 174, or instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
MUSI 104 Brass Ensemble 0.00 - 1.00
Study and performance of music suitable for brass ensembles. Offered provided a sufficient number of students register to make a practicable
group. May be repeated for credit.
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University Studies Requirements:
Fine Arts - Aesthetic
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 105 Woodwind Ensemble 0.00 - 1.00
Study and performance of music suitable for woodwind ensembles. Offered provided a sufficient number of students register to make a
practicable group. May be repeated for credit.
University Studies Requirements:
Fine Arts - Aesthetic
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 107 UWS Singers 0.00 - 1.00
Study and performance of music suitable for advanced choral musicians. Approximately three to four performance opportunities per semester,
both on an off-campus. Field trip participation required. Open to all students by audition. May be repeated for credit
University Studies Requirements:
Fine Arts - Aesthetic
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 108 Percussion Ensemble 0.00 - 1.00
The study and performance of music suitable for percussion ensembles. Offered provided a sufficient number of students register to make a
practicable group. May be repeated for credit.
University Studies Requirements:
Fine Arts - Aesthetic
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 109 Jazz Combo 0.00 - 1.00
Study and performance of music suitable for jazz combos. Offered provided a sufficient number of students register to make a practicable group.
May be repeated for credit.
University Studies Requirements:
Fine Arts - Aesthetic
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 110 Chorale 0.00 - 1.00
Study and performance of a variety of choral literature, including choral/orchestral masterworks. Approximately two to three performance
opportunities per semester, both on and off-campus. Field trip participation required. May be repeated for credit.
University Studies Requirements:
Fine Arts - Aesthetic
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 111 Jazz Band 0.00 - 1.00
Study and preparation for performance of jazz band literature from the swing era through the most progressive trends. Open to all students by
audition. Field trip participation required. May be repeated for credit.
University Studies Requirements:
Fine Arts - Aesthetic
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 112 Symphonic Band 0.00 - 1.00
Study and preparation for performance of college band and wind ensemble literature. Open to all students by audition. Some university-owned
instruments available. Field trip participation required. May be repeated for credit.
University Studies Requirements:
Fine Arts - Aesthetic
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 113 Chamber Ensemble 0.00 - 1.00
Study and performance of music suitable for small chamber ensembles, including string ensembles, winds/strings with piano, four-hand piano
and two piano repertoire. May be repeated for credit. Consent of instructor is required to enroll in this course
University Studies Requirements:
Fine Arts - Aesthetic
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 114 University Orchestra 0.00 - 1.00
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Study and preparation for performance of literature for orchestra and chamber orchestra from the 17th to 21st centuries. Open to all students by
audition. Some university-owned instruments available. Field trip participation required. May be repeated for credit.
University Studies Requirements:
Fine Arts - Aesthetic
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 115 Chamber Winds 0.00 - 1.00
Study and performance of music suitable for mixed ensembles. Offered provided a sufficient number of students register to make a practicable
group. May be repeated for credit.
University Studies Requirements:
Fine Arts - Aesthetic
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 116 Men's Choir 0.00 - 1.00
Study and performance of music suitable for male choir. Offered provided a sufficient number of students register to make a practicable group.
May be repeated for credit.
University Studies Requirements:
Fine Arts - Aesthetic
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 117 Opera Workshop 0.00 - 1.00
Provides progressive training in the art of music and drama culminating in a performance of opera, operetta, musical theatre, and/or scenes. May
be repeated for credit. Instructor consent is required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 118 Global Percussion Ensemble 0.00 - 1.00
Study and performance of music suitable for steel drum ensembles. Offered provided a sufficient number of students register to make a
practicable group. May be repeated for credit.
University Studies Requirements:
Fine Arts - Aesthetic
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 120 Applied Music-Flute/Piccolo 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Flute/Piccolo. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major
instrument or a required minor instrument. Music minors and non-majors must pay an additional fee for applied study. See current schedule of
classes for applicable fees. Audition and instructor consent are required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 121 Applied Music-Oboe/English Horn 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Oboe/English Horn. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major
instrument or a required minor instrument. Music minors and non-majors must pay an additional fee for applied study. See current schedule of
classes for applicable fees. Audition and instructor consent are required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
On-campus: Fall & Spring
MUSI 122 Applied Music-Clarinet 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction Clarinet. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument or
a required minor instrument. Music minors and non-majors must pay an additional fee for applied study. See current schedule of classes for
applicable fees. Audition and instructor consent are required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 123 Applied Music-Saxophone 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Saxophone. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major
instrument or a required minor instrument. Music minors and non-majors must pay an additional fee for applied study. See current schedule of
classes for applicable fees. Audition and instructor consent are required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 124 Applied Music-Bassoon 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Bassoon. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major
instrument or a required minor instrument. Music minors and non-majors must pay an additional fee for applied study. See current schedule of
classes for applicable fees. Audition and instructor consent are required to enroll in this course.
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Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 125 Applied Music-French Horn 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in French Horn. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major
instrument or a required minor instrument. Music minors and non-majors must pay an additional fee for applied study. See current schedule of
classes for applicable fees. Audition and consent of instructor is required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 126 Applied Music-Trumpet 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Trumpet. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument
or a required minor instrument. Music minors and non-majors must pay an additional fee for applied study. See current schedule of classes for
applicable fees. Audition or consent of instructor is required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 127 Applied Music-Trombone/Euphonium 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Trombone/Euphonium. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their
major instrument or a required minor instrument. Music minors and non-majors must pay an additional fee for applied study. See current
schedule of classes for applicable fees. Audition or consent of instructor is required to enroll in this course.
University Studies Requirements:
Fine Arts - Aesthetic
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 128 Applied Music-Tuba 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Tuba. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument or
a required minor instrument. Music minors and non-majors must pay an additional fee for applied study. See current schedule of classes for
applicable fees.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 129 Applied Music-Percussion 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Percussion. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major
instrument or a required minor instrument. Music minors and non-majors must pay an additional fee for applied study. See current schedule of
classes for applicable fees. Audition or consent of instructor is required to enroll in this course.
University Studies Requirements:
Fine Arts - Aesthetic
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 130 Applied Music-Guitar 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Guitar. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument or
a required minor instrument. Music minors and non-majors must pay an additional fee for applied study. See current schedule of classes for
applicable fees. Audition or instructor consent is required to enroll in this course.
University Studies Requirements:
Fine Arts - Aesthetic
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 131 Applied Music-Harp 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Harp. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument or
a required minor instrument. Music minors and non-majors must pay an additional fee for applied study. See current schedule of classes for
applicable fees. Audition or consent of instructor is required to enroll in this course.
University Studies Requirements:
Fine Arts - Aesthetic
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 132 Applied Music-Violin 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Violin. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument or
a required minor instrument. Music minors and non-majors must pay an additional fee for applied study. See current schedule of classes for
applicable fees. Audition or consent of instructor is required before enrolling in this class.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 133 Applied Music-Viola 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Viola. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument or
a required minor instrument. Music minors and non-majors must pay an additional fee for applied study. See current schedule of classes for
applicable fees. Audition or consent of instructor is required to enroll in the course.
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Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 134 Applied Music-Cello 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Cello. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument or
a required minor instrument. Music minors and non-majors must pay an additional fee for applied study. See current schedule of classes for
applicable fees. Audition or instructor consent are required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 135 Applied Music-String Bass 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in String Bass. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major
instrument or a required minor instrument. Music minors and non-majors must pay an additional fee for applied study. See current schedule of
classes for applicable fees. Audition or instructor consent are required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 136 Applied Music-Piano 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Piano. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument or
a required minor instrument. Music minors and non-majors must pay an additional fee for applied study. See current schedule of classes for
applicable fees. Audition or instructor consent is required to enroll in this course.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for this course is consent of Music Faculty in area of applied study/or an audition.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 137 Applied Music-Organ 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Organ. Open to all students with sufficient keyboard background. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music
majors studying their major instrument or a required minor instrument. Music minors and non-majors must pay an additional fee for applied
study. See current schedule of classes for applicable fees. Audition or instructor consent is required to enroll this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 139 Applied Music-Voice 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Voice. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument or
a required minor instrument. Music minors and non-majors must pay an additional fee for applied study. See current schedule of classes for
applicable fees. Audition or consent of instructor is required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 140 Vocal Techniques 1.00
Basic anatomy, physiology and biomechanics of the voice with emphasis on the three fundamentals of voice production: breath, phonation, and
resonance. Open to all students.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
MUSI 141 Woodwind Techniques 1.00
Practical study of woodwind instruments, including materials and methods of teaching. Primarily for music majors and minors. Open to all
students with previous musical experience if class size permits.
Typically Offered:
On-campus: Fall & Spring
MUSI 143 Percussion Techniques 1.00
Practical study of percussion instruments, including materials and methods of teaching. Open to all students if class size permits.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
MUSI 145 English and Italian Diction 1.00
Study of the rules of English and Italian lyric diction. Exercises and performance in each language.
Typically Offered:
MUSI 146 French and German Diction 1.00
Study of the rules of French and German lyric diction. Exercises and performance in each language.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
MUSI 150 Concert/Recital Class 0.00
Attendance and evaluation of a specified number of concerts and recitals within and outside of class time. Required of music majors and minors.
Open to all students. May be repeated .
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Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 151 Brass Repertory/Pedagogy 1.00
Study of repertoire and pedagogy for various brass instruments and voices. Audition or consent of instructor is required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 152 Woodwind Repertory/Pedagogy 1.00
Study of repertoire and pedagogy for various Woodwind instruments and voices. Consent of instructor is required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 153 Piano Repertory I 1.00
Survey of major works of the piano literature in their historical and stylistic contexts. From early Baroque to Mozart.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
MUSI 154 Organ Repertory/Pedagogy 1.00
Study of repertoire and pedagogy for organ. May be repeated for credit. Instructor consent is required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 155 String Repertory/Pedagogy 1.00
Study of repertoire and pedagogy for various string instruments. Consent of instructor is required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 157 Percussion Repertory/Pedagogy 1.00
Study of repertoire and pedagogy for percussion. Consent of instructor is required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 160 Music Appreciation 3.00
Study of the musical elements, forms, and stylistic periods in Western musical culture. Includes a discussion of composers' lives, individual
styles, and representative works. Required listening.
University Studies Requirements:
Fine Arts - Appreciation
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 161 Music and World Culture 3.00
Survey of non-Western musical cultures, including ethnic origins of folk and traditional music in America. Required listening. Open to all students.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Global Awareness
Humanities - WLCP
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 162 Songwriting 3.00
The purpose of this course is to develop skills in songwriting through sharing musical stories while also performing, recording, and engaging in
collaborative feedback. All students welcome, regardless of musical background. This course meets the requirement for University Studies: Fine
and Applied Arts: Aesthetic Experience.
University Studies Requirements:
Fine Arts - Aesthetic
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
MUSI 170 Introduction To Music 3.00
This is the first music education course in the two-course preparation for the elementary education degree program. Goals: development of
Western music skills and understanding in music, reading, playing, singing, informed listening skills, understanding in beginning music theory
and applied creative thinking in music for lifelong social music taking. Music majors and minors may not apply this course toward their major or
minor.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
MUSI 171 Ear Training I 1.00
Basic drills in sight singing, melodic, rhythmic, and harmonic dictation and keyboard harmony.
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Prerequisites:
Concurrent enrollment in MUSI 173 and MUSI 171 is required.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
MUSI 172 Ear Training II 1.00
Continuation of MUSI 171.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of MUSI 171. Co-requisites for taking this course is MUSI 174.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
MUSI 173 Theory I 3.00
Study of scales, intervals, triad, triad inversions, melodic form, and basic harmonic progressions including primary chords. Music terminology and
basic form concepts will be introduced. Introduction to non-harmonic tones and figured bass. Beginning elements of counterpoint, including first
through fifth species contrapuntal writing, will be introduced.
Prerequisites:
Concurrent enrollment in MUSI 173 and MUSI 171 is required.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
MUSI 174 Theory II 3.00
Continuation of MUSI 173. Study of melodic structures and continued examination and writing of non-harmonic tones. Expansion beyond primary
chords including secondary diatonic chords, dominant and supertonic seventh chords, secondary dominant chords, and elementary modulation.
Prerequisites:
Completion of MUSI 171 and 173. Concurrent enrollment in MUSI 172 and 174 is required.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
MUSI 189 Music Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
MUSI 191 Keyboard Accompanying 1.00
Extensive individual or group study in the theory and practice of musical performance, conducting, or musical group organization and promotion.
Projects are designed in consultation with the instructor and/or the student's advisor. May be repeated for credit. Audition or consent of instructor
is required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 192 Jazz Improvisation 1.00
Extensive individual or group study in the theory and practice of musical performance, conducting, or musical group organization and promotion.
Projects are designed in consultation with the instructor and/or the student's advisor. May be repeated for credit. Audition or consent of instructor
is required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
MUSI 200 Music Technology 1.00
By the end of this course, students will demonstrate knowledge of technologies used by professional musicians and music educators. Possible
topics include: music notation software; audio recording and editing; sequencing and MIDI; multimedia presentations; web publishing; and online
resources.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
MUSI 202 Class Piano III 1.00
Continuation of MUSI 103. Further development of piano skills.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of MUSI 103.
Typically Offered:
MUSI 203 Class Piano IV 1.00
Continuation of MUSI 202. Completion of skills necessary to pass the piano proficiency exam.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for this course is completion of MUSI 202, and co-requisite is MUSI 272 and MUSI 274.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
MUSI 220 Applied Music Flute/Piccolo 4.00
Private instruction in Flute/Piccolo. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their
major instrument. Audition and Music Faculty consent are required to enroll in this course.
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Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 221 Applied Music Oboe/English Horn 4.00
Private instruction in Oboe/English horn. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors
studying their major instrument. Audition and Music Faculty consent are required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 222 Applied Music-Clarinet 4.00
Private instruction in Clarinet. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their
major instrument. Audition and Music Faculty consent are required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 223 Applied Music-Saxophone 4.00
Private instruction in Saxophone. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their
major instrument. Audition and Music Faculty consent are required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 224 Applied Music-Bassoon 4.00
Private instruction in Bassoon. Open to instrumental, keyboard, and vocal performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for
full-time music majors studying their major instrument. Audition and Music Faculty consent are required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 225 Applied Music-French Horn 4.00
Private instruction in French Horn. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their
major instrument. Audition and Music Faculty consent are required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 226 Applied Music-Trumpet 4.00
Private instruction in Trumpet. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their
major instrument. Audition and Music Faculty consent are required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 227 Applied Music-Trombone/Euphonium 4.00
Private instruction in Trombone/Euphonium. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors
studying their major instrument. Audition and Music Faculty consent are required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 228 Applied Music-Tuba 4.00
Private instruction in Tuba. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major
instrument. Audition and instructor consent are required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 229 Applied Music-Percussion 4.00
Private instruction in Percussion. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their
major instrument. Audition and Music Faculty consent are required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 230 Applied Music-Guitar 4.00
Private instruction in Guitar. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major
instrument. Audition and Music Faculty consent are required to enroll in this course. Audition and Music Faculty consent are required to enroll in
this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 231 Applied Music-Harp 4.00
Private instruction in Harp. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major
instrument. Audition and Music Faculty consent are required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 232 Applied Music-Violin 4.00
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Private instruction in Violin. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major
instrument. Audition and Music Faculty consent are required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 233 Applied Music-Viola 4.00
Private instruction in Viola. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major
instrument. Audition and Music Faculty consent are required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 234 Applied Music-Cello 4.00
Private instruction in Cello. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major
instrument. Audition and Music Faculty consent are required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 235 Applied Music-String Bass 4.00
Private instruction in String Bass. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their
major instrument. Audition and Music Faculty consent are required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 236 Applied Music-Piano 4.00
Private instruction in Piano. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major
instrument. Audition and Music Faculty consent are required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 237 Applied Music-Organ 4.00
Private instruction in Organ. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major
instrument. Audition and Music Faculty consent are required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 239 Applied Music-Voice 4.00
Private instruction in Voice. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major
instrument. Audition and Music Faculty consent are required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 241 Brass Techniques 1.00
Practical study of five of the most common brass instruments: trumpet, French horn, trombone, euphonium, and tuba. Primarily for music majors
and minors but open to all students if class size permits. Instructor consent is required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
MUSI 243 String Techniques 1.00
Practical study of the orchestral stringed instruments: violin, viola, cello, double bass, including materials and methods of teaching. Primarily for
music majors and minors, but open to all students with previous musical experience if class size permits. Instructor consent is required to enroll in
this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
MUSI 253 Piano Repertory II 1.00
Survey of major works of the piano literature in their historical and stylistic contexts. From Beethoven to the end of the Romantic era.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
MUSI 266 Jazz Appreciation 3.00
History of jazz from its beginnings to its most progressive trends, using compositions and recordings to trace its stylistic and technical
developments. Open to all students.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Fine Arts - Appreciation
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
MUSI 271 Ear Training III 1.00
Sight singing, melodic and harmonic dictation, keyboard harmony, and rhythm drills to coincide with material covered in MUSI 273.
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Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of MUSI 172, MUSI 173, MUSI 174; co-requisites is MUSI 273.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
MUSI 272 Ear Training IV 1.00
Continuation of MUSI 271 with ear training exercises to coincide with material covered in MUSI 274.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is MUSI 271; co-requisite is MUSI 274.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
MUSI 273 Theory III 3.00
Continuation of MUSI 174. Study of secondary leading-tone chords, diatonic sequences, and tonicization. Analysis of works and part writing
included. Further study of counterpoint will include techniques of four-part imitative and non-imitative polyphonic styles of the Renaissance and
Baroque period, learned through analysis and writing.
Prerequisites:
Completion of MUSI 174 and MUSI 172. Concurrent enrollment in MUSI 271 is required.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
MUSI 274 Theory IV 3.00
Continuation of MUSI 273. Study of modal mixture, Neapolitan sixth chords, augmented sixth chords, chromatic modulation, serialism, and study
and application of set theory.
Prerequisites:
Completion of MUSI 273 and MUSI 271. Concurrent enrollment in MUSI 272 is required.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
MUSI 275 Composition 1.00
Organization of musical ideas into logical and homogeneous form. May be repeated for credit.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of MUSI 174, or consent of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 289 Music Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
MUSI 289AE Music Elective Aesthetic Experience 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
MUSI 289AH Music Elective Art-History 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
MUSI 289DV Music Elective Diversity 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
MUSI 289GA Music Elective Global Awareness 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
MUSI 289PP MUSI Piano Proficiency Exam 0.00
Proficiency Exam verification from Music Department required.
Typically Offered:
MUSI 301 Study Abroad 1.00 - 6.00
Field trips designed by the Music Department faculty to give students direct experiences in foreign countries. Each program includes musical
performances, preparatory reading, orientation meetings, a faculty-supervised study tour, and a detailed written evaluation of learning situations
associated with the course. With consent of the relevant program and content adaptation, programs provided by other agencies can be
considered for this credit. Students must obtain approval for taking these courses prior to participation. Otherwise the course may not count. For
specific degree requirements, consult your advisor. Course can be repeated only if the content is different.
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Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
MUSI 304 Brass Ensemble 0.00 - 1.00
Study and performance of music suitable for brass ensembles. Offered provided a sufficient number of students register to make a practicable
group. May be repeated for credit.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 305 Woodwind Ensemble 0.00 - 1.00
Study and performance of music suitable for woodwind ensembles. Offered to advanced performers provided a sufficient number of students
register to make a practicable group. May be repeated for credit.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 307 UWS Singers 0.00 - 1.00
Study and performance of music suitable for advanced choral musicians. Approximately three to four performance opportunities per semester,
both on an off-campus. Field trip participation required. Open to all students by audition. May be repeated for credit.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 308 Percussion Ensemble 0.00 - 1.00
Study and performance of music suitable for percussion ensembles. Offered to advanced performers provided a sufficient number of students
register to make a practicable group. May be repeated for credit.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 309 Jazz Combo 0.00 - 1.00
Study and performance of music suitable for jazz combos. Offered provided a sufficient number of students register to make a practicable group.
May be repeated for credit.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 310 Chorale 0.00 - 1.00
Study and performance of a variety of choral literature, including choral/orchestral masterworks. Approximately two to three performance
opportunities per semester, both on and off-campus. Field trip participation required. Open to all students by audition. May be repeated for
credit.credit.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 311 Jazz Ensemble I 0.00 - 1.00
Study and preparation for performance of jazz band literature from the swing era through the most progressive trends. Open to all students by
audition. Field trip participation required. May be repeated for credit.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 312 Symphonic Band 0.00 - 1.00
Study and preparation for performance of college band and wind ensemble literature. Open to all students by audition. Some university-owned
instruments available. Field trip participation required. May be repeated for credit.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 313 Chamber Ensemble 0.00 - 1.00
Study and performance of music suitable for small chamber ensembles, including string ensembles, winds/strings with piano, four-hand piano
and two piano repertoire. May be repeated for credit. Consent of instructor is required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 314 University Orchestra 0.00 - 1.00
Study and preparation for performance of literature for orchestra and chamber orchestra from the 17th to 20th centuries. Open to all students by
audition. Some university-owned instruments available. Field trip participation required. May be repeated for credit.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 315 Chamber Winds 0.00 - 1.00
Study and performance of music suitable for mixed ensembles. Offered provided a sufficient number of students register to make a practicable
group. May be repeated for credit.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 316 Men's Choir 0.00 - 1.00
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Study and performance of music suitable for male choir. Offered provided a sufficient number of students register to make a practicable group.
May be repeated for credit.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 317 Opera Workshop 0.00 - 1.00
Provides progressive training in the art of music and drama culminating in a performance of opera, operetta, musical theatre, and/or scenes. May
be repeated for credit. Instructor consent is required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 318 Global Percussion Ensemble 0.00 - 1.00
Study and performance of music suitable for steel drum ensembles. Offered provided a sufficient number of students register to make a
practicable group. May be repeated for credit.
Typically Offered:
Fall or Spring Terms
MUSI 320 Applied Music-Flute/Piccolo 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Flute/Piccolo. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major
instrument. Passing of Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 321 Applied Music-Oboe/English Horn 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Oboe/English Horn. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major
instrument. Passing of Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 322 Applied Music-Clarinet 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Clarinet. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument.
Passing of Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 323 Applied Music-Saxophone 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Saxophone. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major
instrument. Passing of Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 324 Applied Music-Bassoon 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Bassoon. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major
instrument. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 325 Applied Music-French Horn 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in French Horn. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major
instrument. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 326 Applied Music-Trumpet 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Trumpet. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major
instruments. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 327 Applied Music-Trombone/Euphonium 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Trombone/Euphonium. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their
major instruments. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 328 Applied Music-Tuba 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Tuba. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instruments.
Passing Advanced Standing Eam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
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MUSI 329 Applied Music-Percussion 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Percussion. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major
instruments. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 330 Applied Music-Guitar 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Guitar. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instruments.
Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 331 Applied Music-Harp 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Harp. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instruments.
Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 332 Applied Music-Violin 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Violin. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instruments.
Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 333 Applied Music-Viola 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Viola. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument.
Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 334 Applied Music-Cello 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Cello. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument.
Passing Advanced Standing in Applied Music Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 335 Applied Music-String Bass 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in String Bass. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major
instrument. Passing Advanced Standing in Applied Music Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 336 Applied Music-Piano 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Piano. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument.
Passing Advanced Standing in Applied Music Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 337 Applied Music-Organ 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Organ. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument.
Passing Advanced Standing in Applied Music Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 338 Applied Music-Harpsichord 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Harpsichord. Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major
instrument. Passing Advanced Standing in Applied Music Exam is required to take this course.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is passing of Advanced Standing Exam in Applied Music.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 339 Applied Music-Voice 1.00 - 2.00
Private instruction in Voice.Open to all students. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major instrument.
Passing Advanced Standing in Applied Music Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 351 Brass Repertory/Pedagogy 1.00
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Study of repertoire and pedagogy for various brass instruments. Instructor consent is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 352 Woodwind Repertory/Pedagogy 1.00
Study of repertoire and pedagogy for various woodwind instruments. Instructor consent is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 353 Piano Repertory 1.00
Study of repertoire for solo piano. May be repeated for credit. Instructor consent is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 354 Organ Repertory 1.00
A survey of organ literature, performance practices, and organ design from antiquity to the present.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 355 String Repertory/Pedagogy 1.00
Study of repertoire and pedagogy for various string instruments. Instructor consent is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 356 Vocal Repertory 1.00
Study of repertoire for solo voice.
Prerequisites:
Consent of cooperating Instructor and Department Chair.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
MUSI 357 Percussion Repertory/Pedagogy 1.00
Study of repertoire and pedagogy for percussion. Instructor consent is required to take this course. Instructor consent is required to enroll in this
course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 362 Music History I 3.00
The study of the development of music literature in the Western world from Antiquity through the Middle Ages, Renaissance, Baroque, and
Pre-Classical. Acquaints students with major forms and styles of music with formal and harmonic analysis of selected examples. Illustrative
materials include recordings and scores. Attention given to placing composers and musical styles within historical contexts.
Prerequisites:
Completion of MUSI 274
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
MUSI 363 Music History II 3.00
ontinuation of MUSI 362. The study of the development of music literature in the Western world from Classical through the Romantic,
Post-Romantic, Twentieth Century and Twenty-First Century. Acquaints students with major forms and styles of music with formal and harmonic
analysis of selected examples. Illustrative materials include recordings and scores. Attention given to placing composers and musical styles
within historical contexts.
Prerequisites:
Completion of MUSI 274
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
MUSI 365 Music History III 3.00
Continuation of MUSI 364. Includes the transition to the Romantic through the modern periods. Illustrative materials include recordings and
scores. Required listening.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of MUSI 364 and MUSI 274.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
MUSI 367 Marching Band Techniques 1.00
Curriculum, materials and organization of the Marching Band component of instrumental music for the secondary school.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
MUSI 370 Vocal Pedagogy 2.00
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Study of vocal technique and physiology as it pertains to singing and the teaching of singing. This will be achieved through lectures, readings,
discussions, written assignments, teaching and observations.
Prerequisites:
Co-requisite for taking this course is enrollment in MUSI 239, MUSI 339, or MUSI 439.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
MUSI 372 Counterpoint 2.00
Techniques of 2-, 3-, and 4-part imitative and non-imitative polyphonic styles of the Renaissance and Baroque period, learned through analysis
and writing. Students will use their knowledge by arranging and adapting this music to meet the needs and ability levels of school music
ensembles.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of MUSI 274.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
MUSI 374 Orchestration 2.00
Theoretical study of musical instruments. Scoring for band and orchestra and arranging/adapting music for a variety of performance situations.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of MUSI 274.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
MUSI 379 Jazz Band Techniques 1.00
Study of the essential skills required of jazz educators, with a primary focus on teaching jazz at the middle school and high school level. Survey
of jazz ensemble literature.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is admittance to Music Major with Junior class standing.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
MUSI 380 Conducting I 2.00
Introduction to the art of conducting with a focus on the grammar of conducting, communication through gesture, and score study.
Prerequisites:
Completion of MUSI 271 and 273
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
MUSI 381 Conducting II 2.00
Continuation of MUSI 380 with emphasis on techniques used in conducting instrumental ensembles.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of MUSI 380.
Typically Offered:
MUSI 387 Keyboard Pedagogy 2.00
Exploration of the fundamentals of piano teaching, including the learning process and its application to young learners, a review of teaching
materials for the elementary student, and specific aspects of organ pedagogy. Emphasis on independent studio management and planning.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of three years of private piano study.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
MUSI 389 Music Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
MUSI 390 Conducting II 1.00
Continuation of MUSI 380 with emphasis on advanced techniques used while conducting ensembles in the student's primary area: band, choral,
or orchestral.
Prerequisites:
Completion of MUSI 380
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
MUSI 391 Collaborative Keyboard 1.00
Introduction to collaborative keyboard preparation and performance. Topics include categories of repertoire, sound and ensemble issues, quick
study, and professional behavior. May be repeated for credit. Consent of instructor is required to enroll in this course.
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Spring Term Only
MUSI 392 Jazz Improvisation 1.00
Extensive individual or group study in the theory and practice of musical performance, conducting, or musical group organization and promotion.
Projects are designed in consultation with the instructor and/or the student's advisor. May be repeated for credit. Audition and consent of Music
Faculty are required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
MUSI 394 Piano Technology 1.00
Study of basic piano operation and maintenance with opportunity for hands-on experience.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
MUSI 395 Half Recital 1.00
Public performance of a 30-minute program of serious musical content. Audition and Music Faculty consent are required to enroll in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 420 Applied Music-Flute/Piccolo 4.00
Private instruction in Flute/Piccolo. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their
major instrument. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 421 Applied Music-Oboe/English Horn 4.00
Private instruction in Oboe/English Horn. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors
studying their major instrument. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 422 Applied Music-Clarinet 4.00
Private instruction in Clarinet. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their
major instrument. Audition and Music Faculty consent are required to enroll in this course. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take
this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 423 Applied Music-Saxophone 4.00
Private instruction in Saxophone. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their
major instrument. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 424 Applied Music-Bassoon 4.00
Private instruction in Bassoon. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their
major instrument. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 425 Applied Music-French Horn 4.00
Private instruction in French Horn. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their
major instrument. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 426 Applied Music-Trumpet 4.00
Private instruction in Trumpet. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their
major instrument. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 427 Applied Music-Trombone/Euphonium 4.00
Private instruction in Trombone/Euphonium. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors
studying their major instrument. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 428 Applied Music-Tuba 4.00
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Private instruction in Tuba. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major
instrument. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 429 Applied Music-Percussion 4.00
Private instruction in Percussion. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their
major instrument. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 430 Applied Music-Guitar 4.00
Private instruction in Guitar. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major
instrument. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 431 Applied Music-Harp 4.00
Private instruction in Harp. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major
instrument. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 432 Applied Music-Violin 4.00
Private instruction in Violin. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major
instrument. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 433 Applied Music-Viola 4.00
Private instruction in Viola. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major
instrument. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 434 Applied Music-Cello 4.00
Private instruction in Cello. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major
instrument. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 435 Applied Music-String Bass 4.00
Private instruction in String Bass. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their
major instrument. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 436 Applied Music-Piano 4.00
Private instruction in Piano. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major
instrument. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 437 Applied Music-Organ 4.00
Private instruction in Organ. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major
instrument. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 439 Applied Music-Voice 4.00
Private instruction in Voice. Open to performance majors only. May be repeated for credit. No fees for full-time music majors studying their major
instrument. Passing Advanced Standing Exam is required to take this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 489 Music Elective 0.00 - 99.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
MUSI 489AE Music Elective Aesthetic Experience 1.00 - 12.00
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Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
MUSI 489AH Music Elective Art History 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
MUSI 489DV Music Elective Diversity 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
MUSI 489GA Music Elective Global Awareness 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
MUSI 490 Independent Study 1.00 - 4.00
For advanced music students who have shown themselves capable of independent work. Research topic selected in consultation with the faculty
member who will supervise the student.
Prerequisites:
Consent of cooperating Instructor and Department Chair.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 495 Full Recital 2.00
Public performance of a 60-minute program of serious musical content.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of MUSI 395 and permission of faculty in area of applied study.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
MUSI 498 Music Capstone Experience 0.00
Public presentation or performance of student's capstone project.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
Music Department Contact Information
Music Department
University of Wisconsin - Superior
Holden Fine and Applied Arts Center 1100
Belknap and Catlin Ave.
P.O. Box 2000
Superior, WI 54880
Phone: 715-394-8115
Email:
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Natural Sciences
Mission Statement
Faculty and Staff
Majors
Minors
Certificates
Associate Degrees
Course Descriptions
Natural Sciences Department Contact Information
Mission Statement
Our mission is to foster intellectual growth and career preparation (graduate programs, professional programs, or work in natural sciences) in accordance with
the liberal arts tradition at UW-Superior. As a science department, we focus on giving students a solid knowledge base and the skills in their respective
subjects. Science students will know, understand, apply, and communicate the principles and facts related to their particular disciplines.
Faculty and Staff
Bajjali, William - Professor, Geology and GIS
Breckenridge, Andrew - Professor, Geology
Burkett, Edward - Professor, Biology
Cook, Peter - Associate Professor, Physics
Danz, Nicholas - Professor, Biology
Lane, James - Professor, Chemistry
Nifoussi, Shanna - Assistant Professor, Biology
Rios Mendoza, Lorena - Associate Professor, Chemistry
Schmude, Kurt - Professor, Biology
Schuldt, Jeffrey - Professor, Biology
Waxman, Michael - Professor, Chemistry
Majors
Biology Major Requirements
Biology Teaching Major Early Adolescence-Adolescence Level (EA-A) Requirements
Pre-Medicine and Health Professions Concentration Requirements
Cell/Molecular Biology Focus
Ecology, Aquatic Biology and Fishery Science Focus
Plant Sciences Focus
Broad Field Science Teaching (Grades 4-12) Major (comprehensive) Requirements
Chemistry Major (comprehensive) Requirements
Chemistry Major (non-comprehensive)
Chemistry Major - Secondary Education - Early Adolescence-Adolescence Level (EA-A) Requirements
Chemistry Major - Pre-Medicine/Pre-Pharmacy (Biochemistry) Concentration (Comprehensive) Requirements
Environmental Science Major (Comprehensive)
Minors
Biology Minor Requirements
Biology Teaching Minor (EA-A) Requirements
Chemistry Minor Requirements
Applied Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Minor Requirements
Certificates
Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Certificate
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Associate Degrees
Associate of Science in Liberal Arts-Pre-Engineering Emphasis
Course Descriptions
AIRS - Aerospace Studies
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
AIRS 101 Heritage and Values 1.00
Part one of a two-part survey course of the United States Air Force as a public-service organization and as an introductory course to the Air
Force ROTC program. Air Force heritage, core values, human relations, the oath of office and interpersonal communication skills are also
examined. Open to all university students interested in military topics. Enrollment in course does not designate students as an ROTC cadets.
Students who want to enroll in the ROTC program and become cadets must be enrolled in AFROTC GMC Lead Lab.
Prerequisites:
Corequisite for taking this course is AIRS 111.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
AIRS 102 Heritage and Values 1.00
Part two of a two-part survey course of the United States Air Force as a public-service organization and as an introductory course to the Air
Force ROTC program. Air Force heritage, core values, human relations, the oath of office and interpersonal communication skills are also
examined. Open to all university students interested in military topics. Enrollment in course does not designate students as an ROTC cadets.
Students who want to enroll in the ROTC program and become cadets must also enroll in AFROTC GMC Lead Lab.
Prerequisites:
AIRS 112 is corequisite for taking this course.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
AIRS 111 AFROTC GMC Leadership Laboratory 0.00 - 1.00
Practical environment giving leadership training while being instructed on military customs and courtesies, physical fitness, military drill and the
general Air Force environment. Two physical fitness attendances each week; a physical fitness diagnostics test and a physical fitness test are all
required. Pass-Fail only.
Prerequisites:
AIRS 101 is co-requisite for taking this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
AIRS 112 AFROTC GMC Leadership Laboratory 0.00 - 1.00
Practical environment giving leadership training while being instructed on military customs and courtesies, physical fitness, military drill and the
general Air Force environment. Two physical fitness attendances each week; a physical fitness diagnostics test and a physical fitness test are all
required. Pass-Fail only.
Prerequisites:
AIRS 102 and AIRS 111 are corequisites for taking this course.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
AIRS 189 Aerospace Studies Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
AIRS 201 Team and Leadership Fundamentals 1.00
Part one of a two part course that examines Air Force leadership, ethics and values. Students will develop leadership skills based on student
participation, group problem solving and oral/written communication. Students will apply these leadership perspectives when completing team
building activities and discussing leadership challenges within group dynamics. Students will also demonstrate basic verbal and written
communication skills. Open to all university students interested in military topics. Enrollment in course does not designate students as an ROTC
cadets. Students who want to enroll in the ROTC program and become cadets must also enroll in AFROTC GMC Lead Lab.
Prerequisites:
AIRS 211 is corequisite for taking this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
AIRS 202 Team and Leadership Fundamentals 1.00
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Part two of a two part course that examines Air Force leadership, ethics and values. Students will develop leadership skills based on student
participation, group problem solving and oral/written communication. Students will apply these leadership perspectives when completing team
building activities and discussing leadership challenges within group dynamics. Students will also demonstrate basic verbal and written
communication skills. Open to all university students interested in military topics. Enrollment in course does not designate students as an ROTC
cadets. Students who want to enroll in the ROTC program and become cadets must also enroll in AFROTC GMC Lead Lab.
Prerequisites:
AIRS 212 is corequisite for taking this course.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
AIRS 211 AFROTC GMC Leadership Laboratory 0.00 - 1.00
Practical environment giving leadership training while being instructed on military customs and courtesies, physical fitness, military drill and the
general Air Force environment. Two physical fitness attendances each week; a physical fitness diagnostics test and a physical fitness test are all
required. Pass-Fail only.
Prerequisites:
AIRS 201 is corequisite for taking this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
AIRS 212 AFROTC GMC Leadership Laboratory 0.00 - 1.00
Practical environment giving leadership training while being instructed on military customs and courtesies, physical fitness, military drill and the
general Air Force environment. Two physical fitness attendances each week; a physical fitness diagnostics test and a physical fitness test are all
required. Pass-Fail only.
Prerequisites:
AIRS 202 and AIRS 211 are corequisite for taking this course.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
AIRS 289 Aerospace Studies Elective 0.60
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
AIRS 301 Leading People and Effective Communication/Air Force Leadership Studies 3.00
Part one of a two part course where students will develop an in-depth understanding of how to effectively lead people and provide people with
the tools to use in current and future leadership roles. Students will develop and refine their leadership philosophy through topics that include
power and influence, counseling, mentoring, effective supervision, accountability, core values, ethical decision making. Students will also hone
their writing and briefing skills. Open to all university students interested in military topics. Enrollment in course does not designate students as
ROTC cadets.
Prerequisites:
AIRS 311 is corequisite for taking this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
AIRS 302 Leading People and Effective Communication/Air Force Leadership Studies 3.00
Part two of a two part course where students will develop an in-depth understanding of how to effectively lead people and provide people with
the tools to use in current and future leadership roles. Students will develop and refine their leadership philosophy through topics that include
power and influence, counseling, mentoring, effective supervision, accountability, core values, ethical decision making. Students will also hone
their writing and briefing skills. Open to all university students interested in military topics. Enrollment in course does not designate students as
ROTC cadets.
Prerequisites:
AIRS 312 and consent of instructor are prerequisite for taking this course.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
AIRS 311 AFROTC POC Leadership Laboratory 1.00 - 2.00
Practical environment giving leadership training through teaching freshmen and sophomores military customs and courtesies, physical fitness,
military drill and the general Air Force environment. Two physical fitness attendances each week; a physical fitness diagnostics test and a
physical fitness test are all required. Pass-Fail only.
Prerequisites:
AIRS 301 is corequisite for taking this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
AIRS 312 AFROTC POC Leadership Laboratory 1.00 - 2.00
Practical environment giving leadership training through teaching freshmen and sophomores military customs and courtesies, physical fitness,
military drill and the general Air Force environment. Two physical fitness attendances each week; a physical fitness diagnostics test and a
physical fitness test are all required.
Prerequisites:
AIRS 302 and AIRS 311 are corequisites for this course.
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Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
AIRS 389 Aerospace Studies Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent ot a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
AIRS 401 National Security Studies/Leadership Responsibilities/Commissioning Preparation 3.00
Part one of a two part course where students will learn the basic elements of national security policy and military processes. The student will
understand the air force domain operations as well as learn about the selected roles of the military in society and current domestic and
international issues. The final portion of the course is designed to prepare students for life as a second lieutenant in the United States Air Force.
Open to all university students interested in military topics. Enrollment in course does not designate students as ROTC cadets.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
AIRS 402 National Security Studies/Leadership Responsibilities/Commissioning Preparation 3.00
Part two of a two part course where students will learn the basic elements of national security policy and military processes. The student will
understand the air force domain operations as well as learn about the selected roles of the military in society and current domestic and
international issues. The final portion of the course is designed to prepare students for life as a second lieutenant in the United States Air Force.
Open to all university students interested in military topics. Enrollment in course does not designate students as ROTC cadets.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
AIRS 411 AFROTC POC Leadership Laboratory 1.00 - 2.00
Practical environment giving leadership training through teaching freshmen and sophomores military customs and courtesies, physical fitness,
military drill and the general Air Force environment. Two physical fitness attendances each week; a physical fitness diagnostics test and a
physical fitness test are all required. Taken concurrently with AIRS 401.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
AIRS 412 AFROTC POC Leadership Laboratory 1.00
Practical environment giving leadership training through teaching freshmen and sophomores military customs and courtesies, physical fitness,
military drill and the general Air Force environment. Two physical fitness attendances each week; a physical fitness diagnostics test and a
physical fitness test are all required. Taken concurrently with AIRS 402.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
AIRS 420 Leadership Practicum 1.00 - 4.00
Practical applicaton of leadership and management in structured realistic situations.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
AIRS 421 Leadership Practicum 1.00 - 4.00
Practical application of leadership and management in structured realistic situations.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
AIRS 489 Aerospace Studies Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
BIOL - Biology
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
BIOL 111 Plants and People 4.00
Course designed to integrate the science of plants with a wide range of societal issues including genetically modified foods, medicines, invasive
species, and rain gardens. Laboratory includes hands-on experiments in applied botany that utilize the University greenhouse. No prerequisite.
Does not count towards the Biology major. (Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours.)
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
BIOL 115 Human Biology 4.00
University Studies course investigating the structure and function of the human body as related to areas of health and disease. Designed to
meet the University Studies requirement for laboratory science. Does not count toward the Biology major. Not open to those having taken BIOL
270, or 280. (Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours).
University Studies Requirements:
Natural Sciences - Lab
Typically Offered:
Spring and Summer Terms
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BIOL 123 Concepts In Biology 4.00
Introduction for non-Biology majors to important biological concepts including chemistry, cell biology, genetics, evolution, plant and animal form
and function, and ecology. Laboratory exercises are integrated with lectures and designed to be experimental and inquiry driven. Fulfills the
University Studies requirement for laboratory science. Does not count toward the Biology major. (Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours.)
University Studies Requirements:
Natural Sciences - Lab
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
BIOL 130 Principles of Biology I 4.00
Introduction to important principles of chemistry, cellular, molecular, and evolutionary biology, and the diversity of life. Laboratory experiments
are inquiry driven. Intended as the first of a two-course sequence for biology majors, and students with a strong interest in the life sciences.
Fulfills the University Studies laboratory science requirement. (Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours.)
University Studies Requirements:
Natural Sciences - Lab
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
BIOL 132 Principles of Biology II 4.00
The second course in a two-course sequence intended for Biology majors or minors, and other students with a strong interest in the life sciences.
Introduces students to the development, structure and function of both plants and animals and the basic principles of ecology. Laboratory
exercises are integrated with lectures and designed to be experimental and inquiry driven. (Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours).
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of BIOL 130 or permission of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
BIOL 170 Biological Inquiry for Teachers 2.00
This course uses inquiry-based science methods to answer open-ended biological questions that have environmental connections. This course
is required of Elementary Education majors and satisfies environmental science requirements for the Wisconsin Teaching Licensure and the
UW-Superior University Studies program. Lecture one hour, laboratory two hours.
University Studies Requirements:
Natural Sciences - Environment
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
BIOL 181 Special Topics 1.00 - 4.00
In-depth study of specialized current topics in biology selected by the faculty on the basis of student/community interest. May include workshops,
seminars, field trips, special problems, independent study, etc. Course may be repeated when topics are different. Instructor permission to enroll
in this course.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
BIOL 189 Biology Elective 1.00 - 99.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
BIOL 251 Honey Bee Biology and Scientific Beekeeping 2.00
Provides a basic understanding of Honey Bee Biology and how apiculture science can be used to establish best practices in sustainable
beekeeping. Topics include an introduction to sustainable beekeeping as well as honey bee anatomy, reproduction, social behavior,
communication, orientation and navigation, and colony management. Recommended: Biology major, Environmental Science major, Chemistry
major. No course prerequisites. (Lecture one hour, Apiary one hour).
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
BIOL 270 Human Anatomy & Physiology I 4.00
First semester of a two-semester sequence investigating the structure and function of human body systems and mechanisms for maintaining
homeostasis within and across each system. Examination of tissues and the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, and sensory systems.
. (Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours.)
Prerequisites:
BIOL 130 or permission of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
BIOL 280 Human Anatomy & Physiology II 4.00
Continuation of a two-semester sequence investigating the structure and function of human body systems and mechanisms for maintaining
homeostasis within and across each system. Examination of the endocrine, digestive, cardiovascular, respiratory, urinary, and reproductive
systems. (Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours.)
Prerequisites:
BIOL 270 or instructor consent.
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Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
BIOL 281 Special Topics 1.00 - 4.00
In-depth study of specialized current topics in biology selected by the faculty on the basis of student/community interest. May include workshops,
seminars, field trips, special problems, independent study, etc. Course may be repeated when topics are different. Instructor permission to enroll
in this course.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
BIOL 289 Biology Elective 1.00 - 50.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
BIOL 300 Marine Biology 3.00
Introduction to the biology and ecology of marine plants and animals, coral reefs, the deep sea, rocky shores, marine mammals, fisheries,
aquaculture, pollution, and the conservation of marine resources.(Lecture three hours).
Prerequisites:
BIOL 330 or 340 or Permission of Instructor
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Odd Years Only
BIOL 303 Forest Ecology and Management 4.00
Overview of major factors affecting forests, including disturbance, succession, wildlife, harvest systems, and ecosystem management. Emphasis
on forests of the western Great Lakes region. Field trips develop identification and measurement skills and test ecological hypotheses. One
weekend field trip. (Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of BIOL 330 or BIOL 340, or permission of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
BIOL 305 Evolution 3.00
A view of the scope, significance and mechanisms of evolutionary concepts in modern biology. (Lecture three hours.)
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of BIOL 330 or BIOL 340, or permission of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
BIOL 312 Biogeography and Conservation 3.00
Study of the geographical distribution of plants and animals across space and time. Topics include environmental causes of species range
structure, species diversity, island biogeography, evolutionary diversification, and conservation biogeography. (Lecture three hours.) BIOL 340
or BIOL 305 recommended.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of BIOL 330 or BIOL 340, or permission of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
BIOL 315 Plant Physiology 4.00
Study of functions and physiological properties of plants, from the molecular scale up through ecosystem scale of biological organization. Main
topics include water and nutrient transport, cell structure and function, nutrient relationships, photosynthesis, growth and development, and
metabolism. Lab exercises emphasize experimental approaches using modern technology. (Lecture three hours, laboratory three hours.)
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of BIOL 330 or BIOL 340, and CHEM 106, or permission of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
BIOL 316 Medical Terminology 2.00
Study of basic medical terminology. Prefixes, suffixes, word roots, combining forms, special endings, plural forms, abbreviations, and symbols
are emphasized. A programmed learning, word-building systems approach is used to learn, construct, and analyze new terms as they relate to
the function and location of body systems. No prerequisite.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
BIOL 318 Immunology 3.00
Studying the relationship between cellular form and function to determine how macromolecules direct what a cell does. Current research
techniques will be utilized to investigate how this dynamic interplay balances health versus disease. Critical processes such as proliferation,
survival, and signaling pathways will be explored. (Lecture three hours.)
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of BIOL 330 or instructor permission
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Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
BIOL 325 Plant Taxonomy 4.00
Provides the skills and background to identify flowering plants of northern Wisconsin and Minnesota. Lecture topics focus on floral structure,
classification, and distribution of plant families of regional importance, while labs focus on identification of living plant materials using
dichotomous keys. Each student will prepare a plant collection. (Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours.)
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of BIOL 330 or BIOL 340, or permission of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Odd Years Only
BIOL 330 Genetics 4.00
Integrating the principles and techniques of Mendelian and molecular genetics to emphasize how biological information is inherited and
expressed. (Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours.)
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of CHEM 105 and BIOL 130 and BIOL 132 or BIOL 270. (Note: pre-Health program students are not required to take
BIOL 132)
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
BIOL 335 Aquatic Entomology 3.00
Introduction to the identification and ecological relationships of freshwater insects and related invertebrates of the north central United States.
(Lecture two hours, laboratory two hours.)
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of BIOL 330 or BIOL 340, or permission of instructor.
Typically Offered:
BIOL 340 Ecology 4.00
Introduction to basic principles of ecology emphasizing interactions between organisms and their environment. Local ecosystems examined.
CHEM 105 is recommended. (Lecture three hours, laboratory three hours.)
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of BIOL 132 or permission from the instructor
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
BIOL 350 Limnology 4.00
Study of freshwater biology including the physical and chemical attributes of the environment as well as plants and animals found in lakes and
streams. CHEM 105 is recommended. (Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours.)
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of BIOL 330 or BIOL 340, or permission of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Even Years Only
BIOL 355 Microbiology 4.00
Exploring how the structure, function and genetics of microorganisms (bacteria, viruses, fungi and protozoa) influence our everyday world. This
includes microbes relevant to human health and industry; and the biological and chemical defenses we use to regulate them. The laboratory
involves culture and identification techniques as well as modern applications of molecular biology. (Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours.)
Prerequisites:
CHEM 105 and either BIOL 330 or BIOL 340.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
BIOL 360 Parasitology 4.00
The structure, habits, life cycles, classifications and identification of parasites and the diseases they cause. (Lecture three hours, laboratory two
hours)
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of BIOL 330 or BIOL 340, or permission of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Odd Years Only
BIOL 365 Entomology 4.00
The study of the anatomy, physiology, classification and identification of hexapods (insects). Includes a survey of hexapod orders, their
economic and medical importance, and ecological topics. Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours.)
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of BIOL 330 or BIOL 340, or permission of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
BIOL 367 Ornithology 4.00
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An introduction to the study of birds. General principles of classification, structure, distribution, migration, life histories, and habits are covered in
lecture and text. Laboratory periods devoted largely to identification of birds in the field. (Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours.)
Prerequisites:
Biology 330 or 340 is required
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Even Years Only
BIOL 380 Vertebrate Biology 4.00
Life histories, habits, habitats, distribution, classification, and recognition of common vertebrates of the north central United States. (Lecture three
hours, laboratory two hours.)
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of BIOL 330 or BIOL 340, or permission of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Even Years Only
BIOL 382 Ichthyology 4.00
An introduction to the classification, structure, physiology, distribution, and life histories of fishes. (Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours.)
Prerequisites:
BIOL 330 or 340 or Permission of Instructor
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Odd Years Only
BIOL 389 Biology Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer Credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalen to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
BIOL 399 Cancer Biology 3.00
Investigating the cellular, molecular and genetic origins of the human diseases classified together as cancer. Utilizing both scientific and popular
literature, historical context will be provided and current research aimed at improving both diagnostic and therapeutic options will be explored.
Topics include carcinogenesis, oncogenes, tumor suppressors, microenvironment influence, migration, invasion and metastasis.
Prerequisites:
BIOL 330 or permission of instructor
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Odd Years Only
BIOL 400 Animal Physiology 4.00
A study of normal and abnormal functions and vital processes of organ systems and how these processes are important to animals as they
adapt to their environments.(Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours.)
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of BIOL 330 or BIOL 340, or permission of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
BIOL 405 Neurobiology 3.00
Introduction to the structure and function of the nervous system, including neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, and systems neurobiology. Topics
include the properties of neurons, glia, and the mechanisms and organization underlying neural signaling; sensation and sensory processing;
movement and its central control; and diseases and disorders of the nervous system. Discussions of neurobiological methods and reading of
current neurobiological literature will be included.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of one course from each of the following bracketed groups: [PSYC 350 or BIOL 330] and [PSYC 275 or BIOL 330 or
BIOL 340] or permission of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Even Years Only
BIOL 420 Field Biology 1.00
Study of plants and animals in nature through field trips and observation. Topics change each semester. (Laboratory two hours.)
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of BIOL 330 or BIOL 340, or permission of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Even Years Only
BIOL 431 Animal Behavior (Ethology) 3.00
An introduction to animal behavior with special attention to behavioral mechanisms and the function of behavior. (Optional concurrent enrollment
in BIOL 432.)
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of BIOL 330 or BIOL 340, or permission of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Odd Years Only
BIOL 432 Animal Behavior Laboratory 1.00
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Project-oriented course designed to explore the experimental aspects of animal behavior. May be used to satisfy Senior Experience requirement
for Biology major.
Prerequisites:
BIOL 431 is a corequisite for this class
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Odd Years Only
BIOL 440 Cell Biology 4.00
Study of the morphology, physiology and genetics of cells. Covers research techniques and modern application of molecular biology. (Lecture
three hours, laboratory two hours.)
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of BIOL 330 and CHEM 106 or permission instructor
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
BIOL 465 Laboratory Techniques in Biochemistry and Cell/Molecular Biology 1.00 - 2.00
Principles and practices of techniques used in biochemistry and in cell and molecular biology. Includes protein isolation and analysis, enzyme
kinetics, carbohydrate analysis, immunological techniques for analysis, and techniques of gene cloning and manipulation. Recommended:
CHEM 462, BIOL 355 AND BIOL 440 or concurrent enrollment. (Lecture one hour, laboratory three hours) Cross-listed as: BIOL/CHEM 465.
Prerequisites:
BIOL 330 and CHEM 360 or instructor consent are pre-requisites for this class
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
BIOL 481 Special Topics 1.00 - 4.00
In-depth study of specialized current topics in biology selected by the faculty on the basis of student/community interest. May include workshops,
seminars, field trips, special problems, independent study, etc. Course may be repeated when topics are different. Instructor permission to enroll
in this course.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is Junior standing or Instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
BIOL 484 Fish Population Ecology and Management 4.00
Focuses on two important ecological questions regarding fish populations: 1) What factors cause changes in the size of fish populations? 2)
What factors influence the total number of species found in a particular environment? These questions are addressed by investigating how
individual fish allocate time and resources in response to environmental conditions, and how different allocation schemes influence individual
fitness. May be used to satisfy Senior Experience requirement for Biology major. (Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours.)
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of BIOL 330 or 340, MATH 102 or MATH 113 or equivalent are prerequisites
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
BIOL 489 Biology Elective 0.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
BIOL 489ES Biology Elective Environmental Science 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
BIOL 491 Research in Biology 1.00 - 4.00
A course developed in cooperation with faculty or area research laboratories designed to provide students with practical experience in
experimental biology. Candidates for this course must outline a research problem and complete a Contract for Independent Learning prior to
registration. (May be repeated for a total of four credits.) Instructor consent required. May be used to satisfy Senior Experience requirement for
Biology major.
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
BIOL 492 Biology Seminar 1.00
Study of a topic through literature research. Student studies a topic and effectively summarizes the available information in written and oral
form. Presentation techniques are emphasized. May be used to satisfy Senior Experience requirement for Biology major.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
BIOL 496 Internship 1.00 - 4.00
On-the-job experience with local agencies (e.g. Wisconsin DNR) that provides students with opportunities to apply their skills to practical
problems. In collaboration with a faculty sponsor, students must complete a Contract for Independent Learning prior to registration. May be used
to satisfy Senior Experience requirement.
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Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
BIOL 497 Senior Year Experience 1.00
This course provides instruction to develop and deliver an oral presentation in a scientific conference format to serve as a culminating
experience for the Biology major. Presentation topics are connected to a capstone project completed in BIOL 491 Research in Biology or BIOL
496 Internship, either of which must be taken as a pre-requisite or co-requisite course. Meets in face-to-face format 2 hours per week.
Typically Offered:
Fall or Spring Terms
BREW - Brewing
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
BREW 101 Science of Brewing Sampler 1.00
This course introduces the history, process, and the modern styles of beer. Topics covered include: history of beer making; basic brew
ingredients; discussion of the brewing process; parameters that define differences in beer styles, such as aroma, flavor, color and mouthfeel.
Prerequisites: 21 years of age or older.
Prerequisites:
Student must be 21+ years of age to register for this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall or Spring Terms
BREW 301 Science of Brewing I 3.00
This course is the first of two required courses in the Science of Brewing Certificate and introduces the processes involved in brewing modern
styles of beer as well as the chemical and biological phenomena associated with these processes. Topics covered include: Basic brew
ingredients; Discussion of the brewing process; Chemical and biological aspects of brewing ingredients and the brewing processes; Brewing of
a chosen beer style using malt extract. Prerequisites: 21 years of age or older.
Prerequisites:
Student must be 21+ years of age to register for this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall or Spring Terms
BREW 302 Science of Brewing II 3.00
This course is the second of two required courses in the Science of Brewing Certificate and involves a more thorough examination of topics
discussed in Science of Brewing I and will address more advanced aspects of brewing and brewing issues including: All-grain recipe
development; Yeast culturing and characterization; All-grain brewing processes; Scientific techniques to characterize beer and brewing
ingredients. Prerequisites: BREW 301; 21 years of age or older.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: Must complete BREW 301 and be 21+ years of age to register for this course
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
BREW 381 Special Topics 1.00 - 4.00
In-depth study of specialized current topics in brewing science selected by the faculty on the basis of student/community interest. May include
workshops, seminars, field trips, special problems, independent study, etc. Course may be repeated when topics are different.
Prerequisites:
Student must be 21+ years of age to register for this course.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
BREW 496 Internship 1.00 - 4.00
On-the-job experience with local agencies (e.g. local breweries) that provides students with opportunities to apply their skills to practical
problems. In collaboration with a faculty sponsor, students must complete a Contract for Independent Learning prior to registration. Prerequisite:
must be 21+ years of age or older to register for this course.
Prerequisites:
Student must be 21+ years of age to register for this course.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
CHEM - Chemistry
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
CHEM 100 Our Chemical Environment 2.00
Introduces the concepts of chemistry into the interpretation of chemical effects on the environment. Prerequisite: None. Meets the General
Education requirement for Natural Science (environmental component). Credits cannot be counted toward a Chemistry major or minor. Offered
both on campus and online.
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University Studies Requirements:
Natural Sciences - Environment
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
CHEM 101 Elements & The Environment 3.00
Introduction to basic concepts of chemistry and their importance in gaining a better understanding and appreciation of our environment. Many
topics of current environmental concern will be discussed. Meets the General Education requirement for Natural Science (environmental
component). Credits cannot be counted toward a chemistry major or minor. Students cannot earn credit for both CHEM 100 and 101.
University Studies Requirements:
Natural Sciences - Environment
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
CHEM 102 Chemistry of Everyday Phenomena 4.00
Explores the chemistry of foods, drugs, household chemicals, personal hygiene products, agricultural chemicals, materials and other types of
chemistry relevant to the student. Current chemistry topics in the popular press will be critically examined. Topics not usually addressed in other
science general education courses will be presented. A small part of the course will be devoted to elementary statistics (evaluation, not
calculation) to enable students to understand science and medicine as it is commonly reported. An important but minor part of the course
involves discussion of the role of research in technology development and standard of living, and the impact of the chemical industry on the
national and world economies. Credits cannot be counted toward a Chemistry major or minor. Prerequisite: None. (Three lectures and one
two-hour laboratory.)
University Studies Requirements:
Natural Sciences - Lab
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
CHEM 103 Principles of General Chemistry 3.00
This course exposes the students to the main principles of modern chemistry and its applications, as needed for the following Sustainable
Management courses: SMFT-315 "Global Environmental Chemistry" and SMGT-320 "Energy for Sustainable Management". Each student is
expected to develop a working knowledge of the topics covered in the Power-Point presentations and the textbook, to demonstrate some ability
to work independently, and to be able to solve the problems assigned for the homework and comparable exercises.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of MATH 102 with a grade of C- or better is prerequisite for taking this class.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
CHEM 105 General Chemistry I 5.00
Introduction to physical and chemical properties of the elements, chemical reactions, gas laws, chemical nomenclature, structure of atoms,
chemical bonding, and solutions. Intermediate algebra (MATH 113) or equivalent strongly recommended as prerequisite. (Four lectures and one
three-hour laboratory.)
University Studies Requirements:
Natural Sciences - Lab
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
CHEM 106 General Chemistry II 4.00
Continuation of CHEM 105 studying chemical equilibria, kinetics, electrochemistry, chemical compounds and reactions, qualitative analysis of
ions, organic chemistry and nuclear chemistry. Three lectures and one three-hour laboratory.
Prerequisites:
CHEM 105 and one of MATH 113, 115, 151 or 240.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
CHEM 107 Supplementary Problems in General Chemistry II 1.00
A course designed to expand and provide extra help on those topics in General Chemistry II which frequently cause difficulty for the less well
prepared student. Can only be taken simultaneously with General Chemistry II (CHEM 106). Credits cannot be applied to Chemistry Major or
Minor. One Lecture-recitation per week.
Prerequisites:
CHEM 106 is co-requisite.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
CHEM 181 Introductory Topics 1.00 - 2.00
Introductory studies of special interest selected by a student and/or faculty member. The course may be independent-study, and it may be either
lecture, laboratory, or both. The study most commonly will be introductory laboratory research work by a student considering a chemistry major,
but also may be used for other special studies by a highly prepared student in chemistry. Pre- or corequisite: varies with topic and permission of
instructor. Individual sections of the course may be offered for a grade or may be offered pass-fail only. May be repeated for a maximum of two
credits. Offered upon sufficient demand.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
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CHEM 189 Chemistry Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
CHEM 281 Selected Topics 1.00
Individual studies of a special interest selected by a student and/or faculty member. The study may involve seminars, special laboratory study.
Prerequisites: varies with topic and consent of instructor. (May be repeated for up to two credits.) Offered on sufficient demand.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
CHEM 289 Chemistry Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
CHEM 300 Chemistry Of Natural Waters 3.00
Emphasizes experimental methods used in investigations of the chemistry of natural water systems and the interpretation of chemical
parameters indicative of water quality. Does not count toward chemistry major. (Two lectures and one three-hour laboratory.)
Prerequisites:
CHEM 106 is a pre-requisite for this class
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Even Years Only
CHEM 305 Quant Analysis Lecture 3.00
Introductory lecture course in quantitative chemical analysis with major emphasis on classical, wet chemical methods and chemical equilibria.
Topics include: concentration calculations, chemical reaction stoichiometry, equivalent weights and normality, titrimetric and gravimetric
determinations, acid-base theory, solubilities and precipitation separations, basic electrochemistry, potentiometry, introduction to uv-visible
absorbance spectrophotometry. (Three lectures.)
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of CHEM 106, and corequisite is CHEM 306.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
CHEM 306 Quantitative Analysis Laboratory 2.00
Introductory laboratory course emphasizing wet chemical methods of quantitative analysis. Representative experiments include titrimetry and
basic instrumental determinations. Applications of statistics to data analysis are discussed and applied. (One four-hour lecture/laboratory.)
Prerequisites:
CHEM 305 is corequisite for taking this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
CHEM 312 Organic Chemistry--A Short Course 3.00
One-semester survey in organic chemistry covering material which describes the structure, properties, preparation and reactions of the major
classes of organic compounds. Additional topics will be selected from chemical bonding, kinetics, mechanisms and spectroscopy. Does not
count toward a chemistry liberal education major. Counts toward a chemistry secondary education major. (Three lectures.)
Prerequisites:
CHEM 106 is prerequisite and CHEM 313 is co-requisite.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
CHEM 313 Intro Organic Chem Lab 2.00
One-semester laboratory designed to accompany CHEM 312. Work consists of laboratory preparation and study of the chemical and physical
properties of compounds of the types covered in CHEM 312. Co-requisite: CHEM 312. Does not count toward chemistry liberal arts major.
Counts toward a chemistry secondary education major. (One-hour lecture-demonstration and one three-hour laboratory.)
Prerequisites:
CHEM 312 is co-requisite.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
CHEM 320 Organic Chemistry Lecture I 3.00
First of a two-semester sequence of courses which make up a standard one-year course in beginning organic chemistry. Study of the structures,
properties, preparation and reactions of the major classes of organic compounds. Also includes basic principles of chemical bonding, kinetics,
mechanisms and molecular spectroscopy. (Three lectures.)
Prerequisites:
CHEM 106 is prerequisite; CHEM 322 AND CHEM 327 are co-requisites.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
CHEM 321 Organic Chem Lecture II 3.00
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Second of a two-semester sequence of courses which make up a standard one-year course in beginning organic chemistry. Work is made up of
the study of the structures, properties, preparation and reactions of the major classes of organic compounds. Also includes basic principles of
chemical bonding, kinetics, mechanisms and molecular spectroscopy. (Three lectures.)
Prerequisites:
CHEM 320 is prerequisite; CHEM 323 is co-requisite.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
CHEM 322 Organic Chemistry Lab I 1.00
First of a two-semester sequence of laboratory courses which accompany CHEM 320 and 321. Consists of laboratory preparation and study of
the chemical and physical properties of compounds of the types covered in CHEM 320-321. Some applications of molecular spectroscopy.
(Three-hour laboratory)
Prerequisites:
CHEM 320 AND CHEM 327 are co-requisites.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
CHEM 323 Organic Chemistry Lab II 1.00
Second of a two-semester sequence of laboratory courses which accompany CHEM 320 and 321. Consists of laboratory preparation and study
of the chemical and physical properties of compounds of the types covered in CHEM 320-321. Some applications of molecular spectroscopy.
(Three-hour laboratory.)
Prerequisites:
CHEM 321 is co-requisite.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
CHEM 327 Molecular Spectroscopy I 1.00
Elementary introduction to the spectroscopic techniques most frequently used by chemists. Brief summaries of the mechanics of the techniques
will be given, but major focus is interpretation of spectra generated by the following techniques: mass spectroscopy, infrared spectroscopy,
proton and carbon nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy, and ultraviolet spectroscopy. Students will be expected to identify and sketch
structures of simple organic compounds based on spectral interpretation. (One lecture.)
Prerequisites:
CHEM 320 is a corequisite for this class
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
CHEM 341 Introductory Physical Chemistry 3.00
Provides foundations for major area of Physical Chemistry including thermodynamics, chemical kinetics quantum theory, chemical bonding,
molecular rotations and vibrations, electronic transitions, photochemistry, and molecular interactions.
Prerequisites:
MATH 115 and PHYSICS 108 or 202, or consent of instructor
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
CHEM 345 Physical Chemistry Lect I 4.00
Exposes students to the main principles of modern thermodynamics and chemical kinetics and their applications. Key points of both areas will
be illustrated with the examples of thermodynamics of polymer blends and the effect of formation of meta-stable states in polymer thin films.
(Four lectures.)
Prerequisites:
CHEM 106, MATH 241, PHYS 202 or PHYS 206, OR permission of instructor are prerequisites.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
CHEM 346 Physical Chemistry Lecture II 3.00
Continuation of CHEM 345 emphasizing quantum theory, lasers, spectroscopy, molecular transport, and molecular reaction dynamics. Key
points of many of these areas will be illustrated with the phenomenon of surface light-induced drift. (Three lectures.)
Prerequisites:
CHEM 345 or permission of instructor. CHEM 348 is co-requisite.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Odd Years Only
CHEM 347 Physical Chemistry Lab I 1.00
Laboratory work studies laser photochemistry and other applications of lasers in chemistry, as well as thermodynamical properties of gases and
liquids, and calorimetry. (One four-hour laboratory meeting during the last eight weeks of the semester.)
Prerequisites:
CHEM 345 is co-requisite.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
CHEM 348 Physical Chemistry Lab II 2.00
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Continuation of CHEM 347 consisting of laboratory studies of the applications of lasers in chemistry, including kinetic measurements,
thermodynamical properties of liquids and macromolecules, electrochemistry, and spectroscopy. (One four-hour laboratory.)
Prerequisites:
CHEM 346 is a co-requisite.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Odd Years Only
CHEM 360 Introduction to Biochemistry 3.00
One-semester survey of principles of biological chemistry. Study of the principal compounds of biochemical importance: proteins, lipids,
carbohydrates, their chemistry, metabolic breakdown and biosysthesis, enzymes, co-factors, nucleic acids, regulation of cellular systems. Three
lectures.
Prerequisites:
CHEM 312 or CHEM 321 are prerequisite.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
CHEM 365 Descriptive Inorganic Chemistry 3.00
Survey of the basic chemistry of most elements of the periodic table, including natural abundances, typical compounds in the natural state,
purification techniques, and modern uses. Periodic trends will be explored and used as an organizing tool in understanding this chemistry.
Includes topics such as crystal packing and ionic structures of solids, acid-base theory, and redox reactions.
Prerequisites:
CHEM 106 and CHEM 312 or CHEM 320.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Even Years Only
CHEM 375 Instrumental Analysis Lecture 3.00
Survey of chemical instrumentation and instrumental methods of analysis. Instrumental methods discussed include: atomic and molecular
spectroscopy and spectrometry, chromatography, potentiometry, and voltammetry. Discussion also includes: detection limits and detectability,
sensitivity, and methods of data analysis. (Three lectures.)
Prerequisites:
CHEM 305 is prerequisite. CHEM 376 is co-requisite.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Odd Years Only
CHEM 376 Instrumental Analysis Lab 2.00
Representative experiments in many of the analytical methods discussed in CHEM 375. Some experiments involve digital data acquisition.
Computerized methods of data analysis are employed. (One four-hour laboratory.)
Prerequisites:
CHEM 375 is co-requisite.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Odd Years Only
CHEM 381 Intermediate Topics 1.00 - 3.00
May be offered for individualized or multiple-student instruction on a particular topic. May be independent study, lecture or laboratory. Topic(s)
selected based upon student interest with approval of instructor. Prerequisites: varies with topic. Introductory Physical Chemistry is currently
offered as an Intermediate Topic on a regular basis.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Even Years Only
CHEM 389 Chemistry Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
CHEM 462 Advanced Biochemistry 3.00
Second semester of a year sequence involving a study of the chemistry of living systems. Takes a more in-depth look at principles covered in the
first semester: structure and properties of amino acids and proteins, enzymes, carbohydrate and lipid metabolism and nucleic acids, and covers
additional topics including enzyme mechanisms, vitamins and co-factors, protein metabolism and bioenergetics.
Prerequisites:
CHEM 321 and CHEM 360 are prerequisite.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Even Years Only
CHEM 465 Laboratory Techniques in Biochemistry and Cell/Molecular Biology 1.00 - 2.00
Principles and practices of techniques used in biochemistry and in cell and molecular biology. Includes protein isolation and analysis, enzyme
kinetics, carbohydrate analysis, immunological techniques for analysis, and techniques of gene cloning and manipulation. Recommended:
CHEM 462, BIOL 355 AND BIOL 440 or concurrent enrollment. (Lecture one hour, laboratory three hours) Cross-listed as: BIOL/CHEM 465.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Even Years Only
CHEM 481 Special Topics 1.00 - 6.00
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In-depth study of specialized current topics in chemistry selected by the faculty on the basis of student/community interest. May include
workshops, seminars, field trips, special problems, independent study. May be repeated when topics are different. Prerequisite: varies with topic.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
CHEM 489 Chemistry Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
CHEM 491 Senior Research 1.00 - 4.00
Individual laboratory investigation of a selected problem to include a study of the related literature and formal reports. Prerequisites: CHEM 346
and approval of instructor. (May be repeated for up to four credits.)
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
CHEM 496 Senior Paper 1.00
Preparation of a formal paper on an advanced chemistry topic. Topic must be approved by instructor. Instructor consent required. Topic chosen
for CHEM 496 may not be appropriate for CHEM 497. Consult instructor of CHEM 497. Prerequisite or corequisite: CHEM 345.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
CHEM 497 Senior Seminar In Chemistry 1.00
Each student prepares and gives one or more oral reports on a chemical topic of interest to the student and approved by instructor.
Prerequisites: CHEM 345 or senior standing in Chemistry. One lecture-discussion. Does not count toward 400-level credits for ACS certification.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
CHEM 498 Internship 1.00 - 4.00
A chemistry-related work experience with an industry, business or other organization (e.g. LSRI, LSNERR) that provides students with
opportunities to apply their learned skills to practical problems. In collaboration with a faculty sponsor, students must complete a Contract for
Independent Learning prior to registration. May be used to satisfy Senior Year Experience requirements.
Prerequisites:
Pre-requisite: CHEM 305 and CHEM 321
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
ENSC - Environmental Science
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
ENSC 100 Environmental Science 2.00
Basic course in human ecology for students with limited training in science. Emphasizes environmental problems related to human activity in the
modern world. Meets the General Education environmental science requirement and meets the Wisconsin Teaching Certification Requirement
for Environmental Science. Does not count toward the Biology major. No prerequisite. (Lecture two hours.)
University Studies Requirements:
Natural Sciences - Environment
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
ENSC 189 Environmental Science Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
ENSC 189ES Environmental Science Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
University Studies Requirements:
Natural Sciences - Environment
Typically Offered:
ENSC 189LS Environmental Science Elective Lab Science 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
University Studies Requirements:
Natural Sciences - Lab
Typically Offered:
ENSC 350 Environmental Science Research Methods 2.00
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This is a field-based environmental science research methods class that will: 1) provide students with hands-on experience with a suite of
research methods, 2) provide examples of real-world science-based problem-solving, and 3) demonstrate how environmental research can
provide needed information for natural resource managers to make management decisions.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of BIOL 340.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
ENSC 489 Environmental Science Elective 0.00 - 99.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
ENSC 491 Research in Environmental Science 1.00 - 4.00
A course developed in cooperation with faculty or area research laboratories designed to provide students with practical experience in
environmental science. Candidates for this course must outline a research problem and complete a Contract for Independent Learning prior to
registration. (May be repeated for a total of four credits.) Instructor consent required. May be used to satisfy Senior Experience requirement for
Environmental Science.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ENSC 496 Internship in Environmental Science 1.00 - 4.00
On-the-job experience with local agencies (e.g. Wisconsin DNR) that provides students with opportunities to apply their skills to practical
problems. In collaboration with a faculty sponsor, students must complete a Contract for Independent Learning prior to registration. May be used
to satisfy Senior Experience requirement.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
GEOG - Geography
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
GEOG 100 World Regional Geography 3.00
Develops basic factual knowledge and awareness of the physical and cultural features of the world environment. Explores regional and world
scale patterns of resources, climate, applied technology and trade, political alignments, and other aspects of the current world. All world political
units are analyzed from a regional perspective. Students gain significant knowledge of world spatial relationships. Offered: Every Fall and Spring
Terms on campus; Every Spring Term On Line.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Global Awareness
Social Science
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
GEOG 102 Cultural Geography 3.00
Explores the influence of culture on perceptions, decisions, and interpersonal relations on both planetary and local scales of life. A broad range
of cultural topics are considered, including the origins of culture, human development, political and social organization, religions and languages,
and evolving human landscapes. Prepares students to be well-informed citizens of our increasingly interconnected global community. Offered
On Campus Spring Terms and On Line Fall Terms.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Global Awareness
Social Science
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
GEOG 189 Geography Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
GEOG 241 Fundamentals of GIS I 4.00
Broad introduction to cartography and Geographic Information Systems with emphases on both theory and practice. Fundamental principles of
numerical data entry, digitizing, data manipulation and analysis, and interpretation of spatially referenced data will be explored. Additional topics
include cartographic basics such as mapping, coordinate systems, projections and remote sensing. Students are introduced to the skills
necessary to run a vector-based GIS. The GIS lab offers students an opportunity to use GPS systems and GIS (ArcGIS10 Desktop, ArcGIS Pro,
and ArcGIS Online to improve their conceptual and technical GIS skills while working one-on-one with the instructor. Lab will cover map design,
geodatabase creation, spatial data download, examining metadata, geoprocessing, digitizing, geocoding, spatial analysis, and 3D-analysis. In
the lab each student will carry a real world project using ArcGIS software. (Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours.) ITS 108 or basic
computer skills recommended. Offered Every Fall and Spring Terms of Even Years Only.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
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GEOG 281 Special Topics 1.00 - 6.00
In-depth study of specialized topics in geography selected by the faculty on the basis of student interests/needs. May include workshops.
seminars, special issues, etc. This course may be repeated when topics are different. Offered on demand.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
GEOG 289 Geography Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
GEOG 298 Independent Study 1.00 - 4.00
Advanced study for students who have shown themselves capable of independent work, carried out under the direction of a faculty member
chosen by the student. Offered on demand. Instructor consent required.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
GEOG 302 Economic Geography 3.00
Study of how spatial organization of economic activities affects such issues as economic growth, employment, investment patterns, mobility, and
the prices paid for goods. Industrial economic activities are examined by addressing issues such as why some areas are more suitable than
others for economic activities and how markets function in the real world. Transportation networks that connect areas and issues of global
interdependence are central themes in this course. This course has been approved as Writing Certificate Eligible (WCE)--see section of catalog
for WCE Description/details. (lecture two hours, laboratory two hours) Offered On Campus Fall Terms, and On Line Spring Terms.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course for TRSP majors is completion of ECON 250 and ECON 251. Non-TRSP majors are required to take a
GEOG course or consent of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
GEOG 343 Fundamentals of GIS II 4.00
Introduction to GIS-specific content, including database, advance editing using topology, geocoding, and some advanced analysis operations. It
covers geo-statistical analysis, site suitability and modeling, raster analysis, and ArcScan tool. Introduces students to some advance
functionalities of ArcGIS Desktop, ArcGIS Pro, and introduction to ArcGIS online. Laboratory activities include mapping density, mapping
change, finding what's inside, finding what's nearby, measuring geographic distribution, analyzing pattern, and identifying clusters, best suitable
sites, and modeling. Students examine a wide range of GIS functions using the diverse analysis and data management tools. Each student is
required to complete a real world project using GIS software
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of GEOG 241.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
GEOG 350 Geography of Wisconsin 3.00
A spatial examination of the state of Wisconsin utilizing both physical and human considerations. It synthesizes and emphasizes the 20th and
21st century environmental issues that are related to physical characteristics such as geologic history, hydrologic, and climatic forces as well as
how these physical factors have impacted the human development of the state. Examples of human issues include indigenous and immigrant
settlement, economic, and political patterns.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
GEOG 357 Advanced Topics in Human/Environment Interaction 3.00
Advanced Topics in Human/Environment Interaction is a study of the effects of the physical and biological factors affecting human population
growth, evolution, development, and settlement as well as how our behavior impacts the physical world. The influence of environment on human
development, and the schools of thought that develop, crosses many disciplinary areas of study. The basic theories integral to biology and
geography, often studied separately as part of discipline---specific courses, will be integrated into the study of humans and their physical
environment. The emphasis of the course is to offer topics from a variety diverse perspectives, with both a reading/lecture and lab component.
Prerequisites:
ENSC 100 or GEOL 120 or Instructor Consent Required.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
GEOG 389 Geography Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
GEOG 402 Urban Planning and Transportation Systems 3.00
Comparative examinations of planning theories and practices that shaped the geography of 19th and 20th century urban and suburban areas.
Introduction to the interurban and interurban influences of transportation systems on land use and planning will be explored. Stresses the ways in
which planners and planning ideologies have responded to different social, economic, political and technological (transportation and
communication) innovations and pressures. The class includes an examination of 21st Century problems, pressures and solutions to urban and
transportation needs. Qualifies as an Academic-Service Learning course (see Academic Service-Learning for more details). A significant
semester-long group AS-L project, which connects the student with the Twin Ports community, is a substantial learning goal in the face-to-face
section of this course. Cross-listed as GEOG/TRSP 402. S18, S20.
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Prerequisites:
For non-SBE majors, completion of GEOG 302 or consent of Instructor. For SBE majors, completion of GEOG 302 and admission to the
SBE program.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
GEOG 442 Advanced Principles of GIS 4.00
Students learn how to develop and implement various GIS application projects. The course covers spatial data conversion, spatial database
management and advance spatial analysis. Introduces image analysis and spatial analysis utilizing the extensions of ArcGIS Desktop and
ArcGIS Pro (geostatistical analysist, spatial analyst, network analyst, 3-D analyst) and remote sensing raster analysis). Each student designs a
project based on their specialty (biology, environmental science, land use, transportation, hydrogeology, demographics, economic analysis, etc.).
Course builds on the principles introduced in GEOG 343 and gives a more in-depth understanding of the technical aspects involved in spatial
data handling, analysis, and modeling. Very advanced principles of ArcGIS will be used as theoretical and applied aspects are examined
through a series of practical exercises and assignments culminating in the development of a prototype GIS.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of GEOG 343
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
GEOG 450 Capstone in Geography 3.00
This course integrates and extends classroom learning through guided research on student- selected interdisciplinary geography and
geography-related topics. After an introduction to geographic research methods and theory, students will conduct an investigation of a spatial
question. Students work individually, in consultation with faculty and interaction with peers in class, to produce a final product that is pertinent to
the major/minor. Examples of final product are: a formal written research paper, classroom-ready teaching unit, workshop materials for
presentation.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
GEOG 452 GIS Special Project 2.00
This course is an undergraduate level course planned at developing more advanced GIS skills. The course is a project-based course (2 credits)
targeted students who have taken the first 2 courses in the GIS minor (GEOG241 and GEOG 343). The class is not introductory and students will
begin using more advanced analysis tools in ESRI GIS software (ArcGIS Desktop, ArcGIS Pro, and ArcGIS Online). In this course students will
propose, design, and implement a real-world project. Students will identify a concept, a problem or a concern they wish to address or solve, and
execute the project to final data products. Student completed the project will demonstrate their proficiency of the subject matter of the GIS
applications.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of GEOG 241 and GEOG 343
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
GEOG 481 Special Topics 1.00 - 6.00
In-depth study of specialized topics in geography selected by the faculty on the basis of student interest/need. May include workshops,
seminars, special issues, etc. Course may be repeated when topics are different. Offered on demand.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
GEOG 489 Geography Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
GEOG 491 Undergraduate Research 1.00 - 4.00
A course developed in cooperation with faculty or area geography specialists to provide practical experience in experimental geography.
Candidates for this course must outline a research problem or focus of study. Registration for credit can only be made after all supervisory and
support requirements have been assured and the formal research plan is approved. May be repeated for a total of four credits.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of two GEOG courses and consent of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
GEOG 492 Geography Seminar 1.00
Study of a topic through literature research. Each student studies a topic and effectively summarizes the available information in written and oral
form. Prerequisite: Two prior geography courses and consent of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
GEOG 496 Internship 1.00 - 4.00
On-the-job experience with local agencies such as the Department of Transportation, urban and/or regional planning agencies, historical
societies, or other approved geography-related organization designed to provide students with realistic opportunities to apply their skills to
practical problems. Registration for credit can only be made after all supervisory and support requirements have been assured. Prerequisite:
Two prior geography courses and consent of instructor. Offered on demand.
Typically Offered:
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GEOG 498 Independent Study 1.00 - 4.00
Advanced study for students who have shown themselves capable of independent work, carried out under the direction of a faculty member
chosen by the student. Offered on demand. Instructor consent required.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
GEOL - Geology
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
GEOL 110 The Dynamic Earth 4.00
An introductory science class that emphasizes the foundational principles and concepts of geology. Topics include: minerals, rocks, Earth's
internal structure, plate tectonics, geologic structures, the rock cycle, climate change, glaciers, groundwater, geologic structures, the rock cycle,
climate change, glaciers, groundwater, geologic resources and earthquakes. One weekend field trip. (lecture 3 hours, laboratory 2 hours).
University Studies Requirements:
Natural Sciences - Lab
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
GEOL 120 Our Water Resources 4.00
The Water & Environment course is designed for all students and aim to train students broadly in water resources. The course will be
emphasizing on surface water, groundwater, water use, water quality, dams, water allocation, water use conflict, and emerging water issues.
Water resources will be linked to the environmental issues that facing our globe. Problem in global change related to the land surface and water
through hydrological cycle, contamination, recharge-discharge, and water scarcity will be addressed. Students will work with various software
(Aquachem, GIS, Excel) and learn through the lab and assignments problem solving skills.
University Studies Requirements:
Natural Sciences - Environment
Natural Sciences - Lab
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
GEOL 170 Earth Science for Teachers 2.00
Broad survey of basic concepts and principles of astronomy, geology, oceanography and meteorology. Emphasizes the relationship between
Earth processes and the fundamentals of chemistry, physics, and biology. Designed especially for elementary education majors in order to fulfill
an earth science requirement. This class does not meet the General Education requirement for a laboratory science. (Lecture one hour,
laboratory two hours.)
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
GEOL 189 Geology Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
GEOL 281 Special Topics 1.00 - 4.00
In-depth study of specialized current topics in Geology selected by the faculty on the basis of student/community interest. May include
workshops, seminars, field trips, special problems, independent study, etc. May be repeated when topics are different. Offered on demand.
Instructor consent required.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
GEOL 289 Geology Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
GEOL 289GA Geology Elective Global Awareness 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
GEOL 315 Climatology 3.00
Exploration of the processes that control Earth's climate and influence climate change affect the environment on timescales of hundreds of
millions to tens of years. The first half of the course focuses on understanding the various components of the Earth system that affect climate.
The second half emphasizes case studies and techniques useful for understanding climate change.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of BIOL 130, CHEM 105, or GEOL 110.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Odd Years Only
GEOL 350 Physical Oceanography 3.00
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Emphasizes the physical and chemical processes that operate in the world's oceans. Topics include: the history of oceanography, plate
tectonics of the ocean basins, ocean basin sedimentation, ocean water physical and chemical characteristics, ocean currents, waves and tides,
and environmental issues of concern to marine scientists. (Lecture 3 hours)
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking is course is successful completion of GEOL 110.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Even Years Only
GEOL 360 Geomorphology 4.00
Geomorphology is the study of landscapes and landforms. Geomorphology entails the systematic description of landforms, analysis of the
processes that form them, and understanding their response to changes in climate, tectonics, human disturbance, and the progression of time.
Includes field trips. (Lecture 3 hours, laboratory 2 hours)
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of GEOL 110 and completion or co-enrolled in GEOG 241 or instructor permission.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Even Years Only
GEOL 389 Geology Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
GEOL 400 Watershed Hydrology 4.00
A study of water properties, occurrence, distribution, and movement and their relationship with the environment within each phase of the
hydrological cycle. Examines water quantity and quality issues, and water management policies. Uses mix of lecture- and problem-based
approaches. Students will be introduced to techniques used in addressing environmental problems such as flooding, water supplies, and
groundwater contamination and evaluation. Recommended for science students interested in the environmental sciences and/or securing a
position in the environmental field. (Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours.)
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is successful completion of CHEM 105 and either GEOL 110 or GEOL 120 or instructor consent. MATH
113 is recommended.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Odd Years Only
GEOL 481 Special Topics 1.00 - 4.00
In-depth study of specialized current topics in Geology selected by the faculty on the basis of student/community interest. May include
workshops, seminars, field trips, special problems, independent study, etc. May be repeated when topics are different. Offered on demand.
Instructor consent required.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
GEOL 489 Geology Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
GEOL 489GA Geology Elective Global Awareness 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
GEOL 491 Undergraduate Research 1.00 - 4.00
Course developed in cooperation with faculty and area research facilities designed to provide students with practical experience in geological
research. Candidates for this course must outline a research problem. Registration for credit can only be made after all supervisory and support
requirements have been assured and the formal research plan is approved. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor. Offered on demand.
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
GEOL 496 Internship 1.00 - 4.00
On-the-job experience with local agencies and research laboratories to provide students with practical knowledge of careers in the field of
geology. Designed to provide students with realistic opportunities to apply their skills to practical problems. Registration for credit can only be
made after all supervisory and support requirements have been made. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Offered on demand.
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
NSED - Natural Sciences Education
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
NSED 389 Natural Science Education Elective 0.00 - 12.00
Transfer credit ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
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PHYS - Physics
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
PHYS 100 Astronomy 4.00
Includes a brief history of astronomy, the study of the motions and structures of the Earth, the moon, the sun, planets, stars and galaxies and
consideration of cosmological theories. (Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours.) Meets the General Education requirement for Natural
Science laboratory class. Offered on campus Fall Terms only, and on line Spring Terms.
University Studies Requirements:
Natural Sciences - Lab
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
PHYS 107 Algebra-Based Physics I 4.00
Newtonian mechanics and waves. Designed for students majoring in the humanities, education, medical sciences, or biological sciences. Not
open to students with a major in Chemistry or Mathematics. (Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours.) Meets the General Education
requirement for Natural Science laboratory class.
University Studies Requirements:
Natural Sciences - Lab
Prerequisites:
MATH 102, 113 or 115 with grade of C-or better or math placement test is required.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
PHYS 108 Algebra-Based Physics II 4.00
Continuation of PHYS 107 covering electricity, magnetism, and light. (Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours.)
Prerequisites:
PHYS 107 or 201 with a grade of C- or better.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
PHYS 160 Physical Science 4.00
Laboratory-oriented course covering the basic concepts of physics and chemistry. Meets the General Education requirement for Natural
Sciences laboratory class, recommended for elementary education majors. (Lecture three hours, laboratory two hours.) Offered Fall Term
on-line and Spring Term on-campus
University Studies Requirements:
Natural Sciences - Lab
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
PHYS 189 Physics Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
PHYS 201 Calculus-Based Physics I 5.00
Newtonian mechanics, waves and thermodynamics. Meets the University Studies Program requirement for Natural Science laboratory class.
(Lecture four hours, laboratory two hours.)
University Studies Requirements:
Natural Sciences - Lab
Prerequisites:
Completion of MATH 240.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
PHYS 202 Calculus-Based Physics II 5.00
Electricity, magnetism, and light. (Lecture four hours, laboratory two hours.)
Prerequisites:
Completion of MATH 241 and PHYS 201 or PHYS 205.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
PHYS 205 Calculus Applications in Introductory Physics I 1.00
Supplemental to introductory non-calculus-based PHYS 107 course. Covers the calculus applications which are normally covered in the
calculus-based course Physics 201. Students who have taken PHYS 107 may decide to supplement their physics background with this course
to gain access to higher level courses which have calculus-based physics as a pre-requisite.
Prerequisites:
Completion of PHYS 107, Math 240 and instructor consent.
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Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
PHYS 206 Calculus Applications in Introductory Physics II 1.00
Supplemental to introductory non-calculus based PHYS 108. Covers the calculus applications which are normally covered in the calculus-based
course PHYS 202. Students who have taken PHYS 108 may decide to supplement their physics background with this course to gain access to
higher-level courses which have calculus-based physics as a pre-requisite.
Prerequisites:
Completion of PHYS 108, MATH 241 and instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
PHYS 281 Selected Topics 1.00 - 6.00
May be offered for individualized or multiple-student instruction on a particular topic. May be independent study, lecture or laboratory. Topics(s)
selected based on student interest with approval of instructor. Prerequisites: At least one semester of physics. Offered upon sufficient demand.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
PHYS 289 Physics Elective 1.00 - 99.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
PHYS 300 History and Philosophy of Science 3.00
Examines the nature of science, the history of science, and the nature and history of the impact of science on human life and thought. Provides
some understanding of the methods of science, the difference between science and pseudo science, the political and ideological uses of
science, and the moral responsibilities of scientists and science educators. Cross listed as PHIL/PHYS 300.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
PHYS 311 Mechanics 4.00
Classical mechanics, mathematical techniques using vector calculus, conservation laws and their relation to symmetry principles, rigid body
dynamics, accelerated coordinate systems, and introduction to the generalized coordinate formalisms of LaGrange and Hamiltion. (Lecture four
hours.)
Prerequisites:
Completion of MATH 241 and PHYS 201 or 205 is required.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
PHYS 321 Electrical Circuits and Electronics 2.00 - 4.00
Laboratory based course in analog and digital circuits, AC and DC circuits, resonance, filters, transistors, operational amplifies, logic, memory,
microprocessors and computer architecture.
Prerequisites:
Completion of PHYS 202 or 206 or instructor Consent.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
PHYS 325 Wave Motion and Optics 3.00
Wave phenomena with specific applications to plane electromagnetic waves, reflection, refraction, guided waves and the process of radiation.
Prerequisites:
Completion of PHYS 202 or 206 or instructor Consent.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
PHYS 375 Physics Laboratory 1.00 - 3.00
Extended laboratory experiments selected to give experiences in advanced physics concepts and techniques. Experiments are agreed upon
between the instructor and student. (Laboratory two-six hours.) May be repeated when topics are different. Instructor consent required for taking
this course.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
PHYS 381 Intermediate Topics 1.00 - 6.00
May be offered for individualized or multiple-student instruction on a particular topic. May be independent study, lecture or laboratory. Topic(s)
selected based on student interest with approval of instructor. May be repreated when topics are different.
Prerequisites:
Completion of MATH 241 and PHYS 201 or 205 is required.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
PHYS 389 Physics Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
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Typically Offered:
PHYS 398 Physics Tutorial Project 1.00 - 4.00
Tutoring students in 100-level physics courses under supervision of a physics staff member. (Three hours per week per credit.)
Prerequisites:
Completion of PHYS 108 or 202.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
PHYS 401 Modern Physics 3.00
Non-classical phenomena and their explanation in relativity and quantum mechanics. Topics include Special Relativity, relativistic
transformations, E=mc2 spacetime, wave-particle duality of matter and light, the Heisenberg uncertainty principle, Schrodinger's equation,
atomic physics, quantum numbers, spin, nuclear physics, radioactivity, nuclear forces, and the Standard Model. (Lecture three hours.)
Prerequisites:
Completion of PHYS 202 or PHYS 206.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
PHYS 448 Atomic And Quantum Physics 4.00
Introduction to the philosophy and mathematics of quantum mechanics, including uncertainty, wave-particle duality, problem solving in tunneling
and boundary conditions, time-dependent wave functions, the quantum mechanics of hydrogen, alkali metals, and chemical bonding. (Lecture
four hours.)
Prerequisites:
Completion of PHYS 202 or 206 or instructor Consent.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
PHYS 481 Special Topics 1.00 - 6.00
In-depth study of specialized current topics in physics selected by the faculty on the basis of community interest. May include workshops,
seminars, field trips, special problems, independent study. May be repeated when topics are different. Instructor consent required.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
PHYS 489 Physics Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
PHYS 491 Physics Research 1.00 - 4.00
Individual laboratory and/or theoretical investigation of a problem selected by the student and faculty or other skilled supervisor. The project will
include study of related literature and formal reporting. Designed to give junior/senior level students practical experience in physics research.
May be repeated for a total of four credits. Instructor Consent required.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
Natural Sciences Department Contact Information
Natural Sciences Department
University of Wisconsin - Superior
Barstow Hall 202
Belknap and Catlin Ave.
P.O. Box 2000
Superior, WI 54880
Phone: 715-394-8322
Email:
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School of Business and Economics
School of Business and Economics
Mission
Admission Policies
Transfer Students Applying Credit for SBE Admission
Business 101 - Introduction to Business
Applying Prior Learning Experience
SBE Major Admission Requirements
SBE Economics Major Admission Requirements
Conditional Admission
Sustainable Management Admission Requirements
SBE Minor Admission Requirements
Exceptions for Taking Upper-level SBE Courses without Being Admitted to the SBE
Residency Requirement
Internships
On Campus Courses Offered Only Once Each Year
On Campus Courses Offered Only Once Every Two Years:
Courses More than Seven Years Old at Time of Graduation:
Majors
Minors
Certificates
Course Descriptions
School of Business and Economics Contact Information
School of Business and Economics
The School of Business and Economics (SBE) offers undergraduate majors in:
Accounting
Business Administration (Comprehensive)
Finance
International Business
Management (on campus and in an online format)
Marketing
Supply Chain Management
Business Administration (non-comprehensive major, requires another major or non-SBE minor)
Economics (non-comprehensive major, requires another major or non-SBE minor)
Sustainable Management (comprehensive online major)
Transportation and Logistics Management
The School of Business and Economics also offers the following minors:
Business Minor (requires a non SBE major)
Marketing Minor (requires a non SBE major)
The school also offers Master's Degrees in:
Sustainable Management (online)
Data Science (online)
Health and Wellness Management (online)
Mission
The mission of the School of Business and Economics is to build on the students' liberal arts foundation using a dynamic interactive curriculum that prepares
tomorrow's business leaders.
Admission Policies
Admission to the SBE undergraduate programs:Students who are pursuing an SBE major or minor must be admitted to the School of Business and
Economics prior to enrolling in most 300/400 level business courses. To ensure a timely graduation, students who wish to be admitted to 300/400 level
business courses must establish their eligibility by completing the SBE Admission Application during the preceding academic term. Students planning
admission to the SBE should contact the SBE office in Erlanson Hall 301 and arrange to be advised by an SBE faculty member.Students pursuing a
major in Sustainable Management should consult the Academic Program Director with questions pertaining to admission to this program.
Admission to the SBE graduate programs:
Students pursuing graduate degrees should consult their respective Academic Program Directors with questions pertaining to admission to these
programs.
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Transfer Students Applying Credit for SBE Admission
Grades in transfer courses applying to SBE admission will be included in grade point average computations to ensure that all students, including transfer
students, meet the same minimum grade point average requirements.
A transfer course will be accepted as the SBE equivalent course ONLY if the number of credits transferred equals or exceeds 75 percent of the number of
credits of the UW-Superior course (e.g., a three credit transfer course would be accepted to replace a four credit UW-Superior course; a two credit transfer
course would NOT be accepted to replace a three credit UW-Superior course.
All SBE admission requirements also apply to transfer students. Grade point average computation will include grades earned at colleges or universities
previously attended. Grades of D in courses transferred to and repeated at UW-Superior will not be included in these computations.
SBE faculty and staff will not assume the responsibility of assessing any aspects of foreign academic credentials, courses or grades for purposes of
admission, transfer credits or course equivalencies. SBE will assist the UW-Superior Transfer Specialist in determining course equivalency when there are
questions about transferability.
Business 101 - Introduction to Business
Transfer students with at least 15 credits of business classes to waive BUS 101 regardless of GPA.
Applying Prior Learning Experience
Students with prior learning experience such as relevant military training or industry training may be able to apply it towards SBE degrees. Students may
also test out of courses. Contact the Student Services and/or the Veteran and Nontraditional Student Center for assistance with any of the above options.
SBE Major Admission Requirements
For majors in Accounting, Business Administration (comprehensive and non-comprehensive) and Transportation and Logistics Management.
2.3 overall cumulative GPA required (including transfer courses).1.
Complete the following courses with a GPA of at least 2.0 with no grade lower than C-: ACCT 200, 201; ECON 250, 251 and BUS 270.2.
Complete WRIT 102, 209; COMM 110; MATH 151 or 240.3.
All but 12 credits of the remaining University Studies Requirements.4.
Students may not enroll on a pass/fail basis in any of the courses listed in 2 & 3.5.
Complete the SBE graduation plan.6.
Conditional Admission
Students who do not meet all admission requirements can be considered for conditional admission if:
Requirements will be completed during the semester that admission is applied for or1.
The student files a SBE Appeals Petition detailing unusual and compelling circumstances to support a conditional admission and the petition is
approved by the Appeals Committee (see SBE staff in Erlanson Hall 301 to help with the petition process).
2.
Note: Credits earned in MATH 151 or MATH 240 will apply toward the University Studies mathematics requirement.
SBE Economics Major Admission Requirements
Earn an overall grade point average of 2.3 or higher (including transfer courses).1.
Complete the following courses with a GPA of at least 2.0 and no grade lower than C-: BUS 270; ECON 250 and ECON 251.2.
Complete WRIT 102, 209; COMM 110; MATH 151 or 240.3.
All but 12 credits of the remaining University Studies Requirements.4.
Students may not enroll on a pass/fail basis in any of the courses listed in 2 & 3.5.
Complete the SBE graduation plan.6.
To enroll in 300/400 level business courses, Economics majors must be admitted to the School of Business and Economics.
Students who have completed ECON 235 can enroll in all 300/400 level economics courses without being admitted to the SBE. However, if a student who
has taken ECON 235 subsequently declares an SBE major, then he or she will have to complete ECON 250 and ECON 251 in order to meet all
requirements for admission to the SBE.
Conditional Admission
Students who do not meet all admission requirements can be considered for conditional admission if:
Requirements will be completed during the semester that admission is applied for, or1.
The student files an SBE Appeals Petition detailing unusual and compelling circumstances to support a conditional admission and the petition is
approved by the Appeals Committee (see SBE staff in Erlanson Hall 301 for help with the process).
2.
Note: Credits earned in MATH 151 or MATH 240 will apply toward the University Studies mathematics requirement.
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Sustainable Management Admission Requirements
The Bachelor of Science in Sustainable Management is a completely online degree completion program. It is offered by four University of Wisconsin campuses:
UW-Parkside, UW-River Falls, UW-Stout, and UW-Superior. Created for working adults, the program allows students to apply previously earned credits (or an
associate's degree) toward the online Sustainable Management bachelor's degree. You are required to take each of the 21 courses in the curriculum. There are
no electives and, because of the unique nature of the program, no other courses may be substituted for courses in the curriculum.
For admission into the program, students are required to have completed:
60 credits of undergraduate coursework or an associate's degree with a grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 or greater
The UW-Superior University Studies requirements
The following prerequisites:
College Math (MATH 112 Introduction to Contemporary Math or an equivalent course)
Statistics (MATH 130 Elementary Statistics or an equivalent course)
Introductory Biology (BIOL 123 Concepts in Biology, or an equivalent course)
Speech/Introduction to Communication (COMM 110 Intro to Communication or an equivalent course)
Note: Courses in BOLD are available online through UW-Superior. Students may complete prerequisites face-to-face or online, at
UW-Superior or elsewhere.
SBE Minor Admission Requirements
The Business and Marketing Minor are available to all students with a non-SBE major.
Students with a Business or Marketing Minor must be admitted to the School of Business and Economics prior to enrolling in 300/400-level business courses. To
be admitted, students must first:
Earn an overall grade point average of 2.3 prior to applying for admission to the SBE.1.
Complete the following courses with a grade point average of at least 2.0 with no grade lower than C-: ACCT 101; BUS 211; ECON 235 and FIN 210.2.
Complete the following:
MATH 112 or 115 or 130 or 151 or 230 or 240; or CSCI 101 or 201 or 211
WRIT 102 & WRIT 209
COMM 110 or COMM 211
All but 12 credits of the remaining University Studies requirements.
3.
The following courses can be taken prior to being admitted to the SBE but only after completing the necessary course prerequisites:
ECON 330 and ECON 333, prerequisite ECON 235
Conditional Admission
Students who do not meet all admission requirements can be considered for conditional admission if:
Requirements will be completed during the semester that admission is applied for, or1.
The student files an SBE Appeals Petition detailing unusual and compelling circumstances to support a conditional admission and the petition is
approved by the Appeals Committee (see SBE staff in Erlanson Hall 301 for help with the petition process).
2.
Note: Credits earned in MATH 151 or MATH 240 will apply toward the University Studies mathematics requirement.
Exceptions for Taking Upper-level SBE Courses without Being Admitted
to the SBE
Students who have completed ECON 235 can enroll in all 300/400 level economics courses without being admitted to the SBE.
Non-SBE majors, with at least junior level status, may enroll in the following courses without being admitted to SBE: ACCT 365; BUS 301, 306, 340, 341, 363,
370, 377, 380, 382, 405, 411, 430, 483, 495, 499; TRSP 402. Consult the SBE staff in Erlanson Hall 301 on how to obtain the necessary signatures.
Residency Requirement
All students including transfer students, who wish to earn a degree from UW-Superior with a comprehensive major offered by the SBE must complete at least 18
of the credits associated with upper-division (300/400 level) major requirements at UW-Superior. At least nine of the 18 credits must be earned in courses other
than BUS 306, 370, 380, 495 and FIN 320.
Students who wish to earn a non-comprehensive major (minor required) in the SBE must complete at least 12 of the credits associated with upper division
(300/400 level) major requirements at UW-Superior.
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Internships
The SBE faculty believes a well-designed and meaningful work experience, which builds on the academic foundation provided by a college education, can
greatly enhance the total learning experience and facilitate the transition from college to the business world. Academic credits awarded for the internship range
from two to seven credits. Students interested in receiving credit for internship should contact the SBE internship coordinator or SBE staff in Erlanson Hall 301
for additional details.
On Campus Courses Offered Only Once Each Year
Students should make special note of the following courses, which are required for the School of Business and Economics students and are generally offered
no more than once a year. The specific semesters during which the various courses are offered are indicated in the class schedule published online. Normally
offered fall semester: ACCT 351, 352, 355, 361, 464, 467; BUS 375, 382, 405, 474, 482; ECON 330, 350, 430; FIN 210, 420; TRSP 315, 401, 405; GEOG
302; LSTU 303. Normally offered spring semester: ACCT 101, 353, 357, 359, 365, 461, 462, 466; BUS 363, 371, 373, 475, 483, 484; ECON 335, 351, 370,
435, 470; FIN 321, 426; TRSP 305, 325, 430. GEOG 302 and LSTU 303 are required for Transportation and Logistics Management Majors.
On Campus Courses Offered Only Once Every Two Years:
Students should make special note of the following courses, which are generally offered no more than once every two years. Students should check the class
schedule published online to determine when the following courses are offered. TRSP 402/GEOG 402, BUS 340, 341, 411, 475, 477; ECON 335, 362
Courses More than Seven Years Old at Time of Graduation:
Students who plan to graduate with an SBE major should be aware that the SBE retains the option to require the student to repeat any course(s) that will be
more than seven years old at the time of graduation. This policy applies to any courses used to satisfy major requirements, regardless of the college or
university that granted the credit initially. This policy is of particular importance to transfer and re-entry students who have the responsibility to obtain a ruling
from the SBE Appeals Committee on whether a course more than seven years old needs to be repeated.
Majors
Accounting Major Requirements (comprehensive)
Business Administration Major Requirements (non-comprehensive)
Business Administration Major - Finance Concentration Requirements (comprehensive)
Business Administration Major - International Business Concentration Requirements (comprehensive)
Business Administration Major - Management Concentration Requirements (comprehensive)
Business Administration Major - Marketing Concentration Requirements (comprehensive)
Business Administration Major - Supply Chain Management Concentration Requirements (comprehensive)
Economics Major Requirements (non-comprehensive)
Sustainable Management Major Requirements (comprehensive)
Transportation and Logistics Management Major Requirements (comprehensive)
Minors
Business Minor Requirements
Marketing Minor Requirements
Certificates
Sustainable Management Science Certificate Requirements
Sustainable Enterprise Management Certificate Requirements
Course Descriptions
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ACCT - Accounting
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
ACCT 101 Accounting for Nonbusiness Majors 3.00
Introduction to the areas of financial accounting and managerial accounting. Basic financial statement preparation and analysis. Uses of
accounting information by managers in the decision making process. Not open to students with majors in business. No Pass-Fail.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
ACCT 189 Accounting Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
ACCT 189BU Accounting Elective SBE requirement 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credit ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
ACCT 200 Financial Accounting 3.00
Introduction to concepts of reporting financial information of sole proprietorships, partnerships, and corporations to interested parties. Includes
discussion of cash, receivables, inventories, plant assets, intangible assets, current and long-term liabilities and investments. Cash flow
information is also discussed.
Prerequisites:
BUS 101 prerequisite
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ACCT 201 Managerial Accounting 3.00
Discusses basic concepts of costs in developing information for management use in decision making. Topics include CVP analysis, budgeting,
cost allocations, and performance measurement.
Prerequisites:
BUS 101 & ACCT 200 with a grade of C- or higher. BUS 101 (Applies to SBE students only)
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ACCT 212 Field Studies In Accounting 1.00 - 3.00
Pass-Fail only. Provides presently enrolled freshmen and sophomores an opportunity to apply general accounting knowledge to selected
accounting projects. Prerequisites: Consent of cooperating instructor and director, SBE.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ACCT 288 Independent Study in Accounting 1.00 - 3.00
Pass-Fail only. Concentrated study of various accounting problems. Course may be repeated. Students can earn a maximum of 12 credits.
Credits earned cannot be used to satisfy requirements for the accounting major. Consent of cooperating instructor and director, SBE.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ACCT 289 Accounting Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
ACCT 289BU Accounting Elective SBE requirement 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credit ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior coruse.
Typically Offered:
ACCT 301 Study Abroad 0.00 - 6.00
Field trips designed by department faculty to give students direct experience in foreign countries. Each program includes preparatory reading,
orientation meetings, a faculty-supervised study tour, and a detailed written evaluation of learning situations associated with the course. With
consent of the relevant program and content adaptation, programs provided by other agencies can be considered for this credit. Students must
obtain approval for taking these courses prior to participation. Otherwise the course may not count. For specific degree requirements consult
your advisor. Course can be repeated only if the content is different. Consent of cooperating instructor and director, SBE.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ACCT 351 Accounting for Not-For-Profit Entities 3.00
Accounting theory and practice applicable to governmental units, hospitals, universities, and other not-for-profit organizations.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE or (Jr. Status and Acct 101 or Acct 200, and Acct 201; or instructor permission)
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Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
ACCT 352 Intermediate Accounting I 3.00
First in a two-course sequence providing in-depth study of accounting theory and practice. Topics include financial statements, present value
techniques, current assets, current liabilities, long-term assets.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
ACCT 353 Intermediate Accounting II 3.00
Continuation of ACCT 352. Includes long-term liabilities, stockholders' equity, earnings per share, deferred income taxes, pensions, leases,
accounting changes, and the statement of cash flows.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE and ACCT 352
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
ACCT 355 Cost Accounting 3.00
In-depth study of concepts and techniques related to cost accumulation and reporting, cost control, and profit planning. Also covers the
relationship of cost accounting to decision making.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
ACCT 357 Accounting Information Systems 3.00
Examination of how accounting information of an organization is gathered, processed, stored, and distributed.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE or (Jr. Status and Acct 101 or Acct 200, and Acct 201; or instructor permission)
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
ACCT 359 Topics in Accounting 3.00
Coverage of a number of advanced accounting and taxation topics. Topics may vary
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE or (Jr. Status and Acct 101 or Acct 200, and Acct 201; or instructor permission)
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
ACCT 361 Fundamentals of Taxation 3.00
Comprehensive study of income tax concepts, regulations, and tax-planning principles as they relate to individuals and business.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE or (Jr. Status and Acct 101 or Acct 200, and Acct 201; or instructor permission)
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
ACCT 365 Fraud Examination and Investigation 3.00
A study of a variety of topics dealing with fraud and forensic accounting. Examines the nature of fraud, management fraud, fraud prevention,
detection, investigation, and legal follow-up. Case studies and research methods are utilized.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE or (Jr. Status and Acct 101 or Acct 200, and Acct 201; or instructor permission)
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
ACCT 388 Independent Study in Accounting 1.00 - 9.00
Topics course. Concentrated study of Accounting Technologies, or International Accounting. Course may be repeated.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE or (Jr. Status and Acct 101 or Acct 200, and Acct 201; or instructor permission)
Typically Offered:
Summer Only
ACCT 389 Accounting Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
ACCT 390 Accounting with QuickBooks 3.00
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This course is a concentrated study of QuickBooks. Students will use projects and case studies to learn how to set up companies, record
business transactions, and compile financial reports.
Prerequisites:
Completion of Acct 200 and Acct 201, or instructor permission
Typically Offered:
Summer Only
ACCT 400 Accounting Internship 2.00 - 7.00
Pass-Fail only. Opportunity for students to earn academic credit by extending classroom learning to real-world settings. Students obtain the
cooperation of an employer and prepare a learning contract. Course may be repeated. Students can earn a maximum of 14 credits.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE and consent of coopering instructor and director, SBE.
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
ACCT 412 Field Studies in Accounting 1.00 - 3.00
Provides non-traditional adult learners with some academic and/or broad business experiences and presently enrolled juniors and seniors an
opportunity to apply general business knowledge to selected business projects. Pass-Fail only.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE and consent of coopering instructor and director, SBE.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ACCT 461 Business Taxation 3.00
Taxation of corporations, partnerships, estates, trusts, and gift taxation.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE or (Jr. Status and Acct 101 or Acct 200, and Acct 201; or instructor permission)
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
ACCT 462 Advanced Financial Accounting 3.00
Applications of accounting theory to business combinations, partnerships, multinational companies, and other miscellaneous topics.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE and Acct 352 and 353; or instructor permission.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
ACCT 464 Auditing Principles 3.00
Introduction to professional auditing and the study of audit examinations which precede the attestation of the fairness of financial statements.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE and Acct 352 and 353; or instructor permission.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
ACCT 466 Senior Project in Accounting 2.00
Capstone course which integrates the various areas of accounting related to a business and includes a senior experience component.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE and minimum of 18 credits from 300-400 level Acct courses.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
ACCT 467 Tax Research 1.00
Introduction to the techniques required to research tax issues.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE and concurrent enrollment in or prior completion of ACCT 361 or ACCT 460.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
ACCT 489 Accounting Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
BUS - Business
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
BUS 101 Introduction to Business 3.00
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This course serves as an introduction to the different majors offered by the School of Business and Economics. The course provides insights
into the foundation business knowledge and skills that will be useful for students pursing a professional career in business. Topics include: a
survey of management, finance, distribution, production, risk, business law, and other business activities; integrated business simulation,
personal finance, business ethics, business computer applications, professional business communication, business career preparation,
team-building, as well as good learning habits. SBE Students only; Grade of C- required for Admission to SBE and program requirement.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
BUS 189 Business Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
BUS 189BU Business Elective BU requirement 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credit ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course
Typically Offered:
BUS 211 Business Law I 3.00
Legal principles relating to business transactions. Includes the legal and social environment of business, contracts, choice of business entities,
and selected elements of the Uniform Commercial Code.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
BUS 212 Field Studies in Business 1.00 - 3.00
Provides non-traditional adult learners with limited business experience and presently enrolled freshmen and sophomores opportunity to apply
general business knowledge to selected business projects. Pass-Fail only. Consent of cooperating instructor and director, SBE.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
BUS 270 Business Statistics 3.00
Introduction to descriptive and inferential statistics as applied to business situations. Includes tabular, graphical and numerical summary
measures; probability distributions; sampling and sampling distributions; hypothesis testing; analysis of variance; and regression/correlation
analysis.
Prerequisites:
BUS 101 (Applies to SBE students only)
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
BUS 288 Independent Study In Business 1.00 - 3.00
Concentrated study of various business problems. Consent of cooperating instructor and director, SBE.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
BUS 289 Business Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
BUS 289BU Business Elective BU requirement 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credit ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course
Typically Offered:
BUS 289DV Business Elective Diversity 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
BUS 289GA Business Elective Global Awareness 1.00 - 99.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
BUS 289GA Business Elective Global Awareness 1.00 - 99.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
BUS 289HH Business Elective Humanities-History 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
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Typically Offered:
BUS 289NW Business Elective Non-Western 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
BUS 301 Study Abroad 0.00 - 6.00
Field trips designed by department faculty to give students direct experiences in foreign countries. Each program includes preparatory reading,
orientation meetings, a faculty-supervised study tour, and a detailed written evaluation of learning situations associated with the course. With
consent of the relevant program and content adaptation, programs provided by other agencies can be considered for this credit. Students must
obtain approval for taking these courses prior to participation. Otherwise the course may not count. For specific degree requirements consult
your advisor. Course can be repeated only if the content is different. Consent of cooperating instructor and director, SBE.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
BUS 306 Management Science 3.00
Application of basic quantitative and qualitative techniques for problem solving in production/operations management. Includes linear
programming, transportation and network models, inventory models, queuing models, project management, forecasting and decision theory.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE or non-SBE majors are required to be at Junior status (obtain drop/add form from a SBE-authorized representative,
Erlanson Hall, Room 301).
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
BUS 340 Hospitality Management 3.00
Exploration of the major components and organization structure of the hospitality industry. Presents historical development, opportunities and
current trends. Stresses the importance and relationships of education and work experience to career success. Examination of the key
components in various industry sectors, including food service, lodging, gaming and property management.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
BUS 341 Event Management 3.00
Planning, organizing and the management of events will be investigated for the hospitality, tourism and sports industries. Emphasis is placed on
the design, internal management systems and post event evaluation.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
BUS 363 Business Ethics and Social Responsibility 3.00
Explores moral and ethical theories such as ethical fundamentalism. Theories are then applied to "real world" situations in the United States and
around the globe. Covers classic cases in business ethics, current cases and trends such as Sarbanes-Oxley and the social responsibility of
business. Especially useful for students studying management, finance, marketing, accounting, and international business.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE or non-SBE majors are required to be at Junior status (obtain drop/add form from a SBE-authorized representative,
Erlanson Hall, Room 301).
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
BUS 370 Principles Of Marketing 3.00
Introduction to terms, definitions and concepts integral to the strategic planning and decision-making involving the components of the marketing
mix: product, price, promotion, and physical distribution. Emphasis on market analysis, delivering value and establishing competitive advantage.
Coverage of current trends in marketing.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE or (Jr. status and Acct 101, Econ 235, Bus 211, and Bus 270; or instructor permission)
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
BUS 371 Consumer Behavior 3.00
Application of concepts from the disciplines of psychology, sociology, anthropology, and economics that affect purchase decisions of individuals.
Current literature in consumer psychology is explored in its relation to marketing strategy.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE; BUS 370.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
BUS 373 Advertising & Promotion 3.00
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Introduction to advertising management, research, planning, and the creative process. Topics covered include market segmentation and
targeting, account planning, working with clients, advertising research, advertising strategy, developing art and copy, media selection and
budgeting (print, broadcast, social media) plus integrating advertising in the marketing mix.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE; BUS 370 or COMM 170, or consent of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
BUS 375 Public Relations 3.00
Introduction to principles, theories and skills of public relations, including a study of its problems, impact and potential.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE; BUS 370 or COMM 170, or consent of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
BUS 377 Hospitality, Tourism & Travel Marketing 3.00
Principles of marketing for the hospitality, tourism and travel industries. Covers marketing strategies & tactics for hotels, restaurants, tourist
attractions, convention & visitor bureaus, tour operators & related products & services. Topics include the unique characteristics of travel &
tourism, consumer behavior, market segmentation, product development, internal marketing, pricing, yield management, sales channels, &
marketing communications. The vacation, personal travel & business travel market segments are examined.
Prerequisites:
Admission to the SBE Department or Instructor Consent are prerequisite for taking this course.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
BUS 380 Principles Of Management 3.00
Introduction to the basic tools and requisite knowledge associated with businesses and their management as well as the broad concepts
associated with the challenges of managing within organizations. Examines various management functions, and gains in-depth understanding of
the working and behavioral complexities that arise in organizations.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE or (Jr. status and Acct 101, Econ 235, Bus 211, and Bus 270; or instructor permission)
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
BUS 382 Human Resource Management 3.00
Examines current theoretical and research developments related to human resource management and human resource practices as they relate
to the planning, recruitment, selection, training, and management of the human resources within an organization.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE or non-SBE majors are required to be at Junior status (obtain drop/add form from a SBE-authorized representative,
Erlanson Hall, Room 301).
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
BUS 389 Business Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
BUS 400 Business Internship 2.00 - 7.00
Opportunity for students to earn academic credit by extending classroom learning to area business settings. Students obtain the cooperation of
an employer and prepare a learning contract. Pass-Fail only.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE, consent of cooperating instructor and director, SBE.
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
BUS 405 Entrepreneurship 3.00
Study of entrepreneurship with an emphasis on small business. Topics include business plan preparation, forms of organization, financing
options and management problem solving.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
BUS 411 Advanced Business Law 3.00
Selected topics in business law, including international business law, obligations of corporate directors and officers, franchises, negotiable
instruments, creditor’s rights and remedies, secured transactions, bankruptcy law, mortgages and foreclosures, and wills and trusts.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE; BUS 211 or consent of instructor. Non-SBE majors are required to be at Junior status (obtain a Drop/Add form from a
SBE-authorized representative, Erlanson Hall, Room 301).
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Typically Offered:
Fall Term Even Years Only
BUS 412 Field Studies in Business 1.00 - 3.00
Provides non-traditional adult learners with limited business experience and presently enrolled freshmen and sophomores opportunity to apply
general business knowledge to selected business projects. Pass-Fail only. Consent of cooperating instructor and director, SBE.
Prerequisites:
Admission to the SBE Department or Instructor Consent are prerequisite for taking this course.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
BUS 430 International Business 3.00
The course covers international activities of small and medium-sized firms as well as large multinational corporations. Topics include trade
strategies, doing business with newly emerging market economies and the functional areas of international business management. Emphasis
on the importance of cross-cultural communication.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE or non SBE majors: junior status (obtain drop/add from SBE authorized representative, Erlanson Hall 301).
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
BUS 474 Retail Marketing 3.00
Principles of establishing and operating a retail business. Topics include retail market analysis and research, store layout, atmospherics,
merchandising, pricing, sales, advertising, promotion, inventory management, and examination of current trends. Emphasis on retail strategy
and the evolution of shopping culture.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE; BUS 370.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
BUS 475 Professional Selling and Sales Management 3.00
Study of the theories and applications of professional selling and sales management. Development of persuasive communications strategies for
specific applications. Emphasis on organizational and presentation skills to provide students with opportunities for practical sales experience.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE; BUS 370.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
BUS 477 Digital Marketing 3.00
Classroom and field experience integrating internet marketing concepts with traditional marketing activities. Internet marketing and social media
supporting marketing communication strategies. Student interaction with regional and community business enterprises. Emphasis on practical
application.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE; BUS 370 or COMM 170, or consent of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
BUS 482 Marketing Research 3.00
Designed to help students become intelligent users of marketing research information. Introduction to the variety of qualitative and quantitative
methods available to assist marketing managers in decision-making. Explores alternative methods available to collect and analyze data.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE; BUS 370.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
BUS 483 Organization Behavior and Development 3.00
Advanced study of organizations, the impact of human factors and management principles, and organization development is used to direct and
manage change. Course is designed to build one's understanding of the theories and concepts for managing human behavior in organizations.
Focus on case analysis and class exercises. Prerequisites: BUS 380.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE & BUS 380
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
BUS 484 Marketing Strategy and Brand Management 3.00
Designed to assist students in applying knowledge and analytical skills in comprehensive marketing strategy development. Integration of
decisions regarding all dimensions of the marketplace offering. Analysis of challenges facing marketing managers. Emphasis on utilizing a
structured planning process to achieve marketing goals.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE; BUS 370.
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Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
BUS 488 Independent Study 1.00 - 3.00
Concentrated study of various business problems.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE, consent of cooperating instructor and director, SBE.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
BUS 489 Business Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
BUS 489DV Business Elective Diversity 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
BUS 489HH Business Elective Humanities-History 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
BUS 489NW Business Elective Non-Western 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
BUS 495 Strategic Management (Capstone) 3.00
Integrative approach to the formulation and implementation of strategy within business or administrative type organizations. Capstone course
drawing on the functional analytical tools, managerial concepts and techniques developed in previous business administration and economics
courses and includes a senior experience component.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE; BUS 370, BUS 380, and FIN 320.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
BUS 499 Seminar in Business 1.00 - 4.00
Studies of recent trends and practices in business and business education.
Prerequisites:
Junior-level status.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ECON - Economics
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
ECON 189 Economics Elective 1.00 - 99.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
ECON 189BU Economics Elective SBE requirement 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credit ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
ECON 235 Economics in Society 3.00
General introductory course highlighting economic and social issues facing society markets and prices, international trade, consumers and
firms’ behavior, provision of government services, primarily oriented toward students outside business and economics, including social work,
sociology, history, political science, education and the natural sciences.
University Studies Requirements:
Social Science
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
ECON 250 Principles Of Microeconomics 3.00
The role of households, firms, and industries in the use of resources. Survey of consumption, production, markets, price determination, and
industrial organization including competition, monopoly, monopolistic competition, and oligopoly. Policy issues and undergraduate research.
University Studies Requirements:
Social Science
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Prerequisites:
Co-enrolled in BUS 101 (Applies to SBE students only)
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ECON 251 Principles Of Macroeconomics 3.00
Survey of national income accounts, employment theory, economic growth, fiscal and monetary policy, money and banking, inflation and
international trade. Policy issues and undergraduate research.
University Studies Requirements:
Social Science
Prerequisites:
Co-enrolled in BUS 101 (Applies to SBE students only)
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ECON 289 Economics Elective 0.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
ECON 289BU Economics Elective SBE requirement 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credit ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course
Typically Offered:
ECON 289DV Economics Elective Diversity 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
ECON 289GA Economics Elective Global Awareness 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
ECON 289SS Economics Elective Social Sciences 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
ECON 301 Study Abroad 0.00 - 6.00
Field trips designed by department faculty to give students direct experiences in foreign countries. Each program includes preparatory reading,
orientation meetings, a faculty-supervised study tour, and a detailed written evaluation of learning situations associated with the course. With
consent of the relevant program and content adaptation, programs provided by other agencies can be considered for this credit. Students must
obtain approval for taking these courses prior to participation. Otherwise the course may not count. For specific degree requirements consult
your advisor. Course can be repeated only if the content is different. Consent of cooperating instructor and director, SBE.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ECON 330 Money and Banking 3.00
Overview of the U.S. financial system, its role in U.S. economic performance, and its ties to global capital markets. Topics include: role of
money, financial intermediaries and markets in the economy, general history and rationale for depository regulation, structure and functions of
the Federal Reserve, analysis of current economic events and monetary policy.
Prerequisites:
ECON 250 and 251, or ECON 235, or instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
ECON 333 Transportation Economics 3.00
Introductory course focuses on domestic transportation, but an international dimension is included. Covers all modes of transportation, their
micro-economic and organizational characteristics, role and function in the national economy, regulatory and policy issues, rate setting,
interaction in the supply chain, shipper and carrier relations, intermodal operations and environmental impacts.
Prerequisites:
ECON 250 and 251, or ECON 235, or instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
ECON 335 Ecological Economics 3.00
Sustainability and sustainable development examined within an ecological economics context. Builds on core economic concepts particularly
market failure and addresses issues of sustainable scale, just distribution, and efficient allocation. Emphasizes the relationship between
socioeconomic systems and the biological/physical world. Explores the policy challenges of sustainability in a variety of contexts including
climate change, energy use, natural resource use, ecosystem services, food security, technological change and property rights.
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Prerequisites:
ECON 250 and 251, or ECON 235, or instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Odd Years Only
ECON 350 Intermediate Microeconomics 3.00
Economic theory in the analysis of household, firm, and industry behavior. Includes demand, supply, production functions, price theory, industrial
organization, factor markets, general equilibrium, and welfare economics; policy issues.
Prerequisites:
ECON 250 and 251, or Econ 235
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
ECON 351 Intermediate Macroeconomics 3.00
Economic theory in the analysis of aggregate economic behavior. Topics Include national income determination and income inequality across
countries, economic growth, technological progress, unemployment, inflation, economic booms and recessions, and stabilization policies.
Prerequisites:
ECON 250 and 251, or Econ 235
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
ECON 362 Public Finance 3.00
Theoretical foundation and institutional role of government in the economy. Includes theory of social goods and public decisions, the budgeting
process, and the impact of taxation and expenditure on the allocation of resources, distribution of income, and economic stability.
Prerequisites:
ECON 250 and 251, or ECON 235, or instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Even Years Only
ECON 370 Data Exploration & Economic Analysis 3.00
The course provides students with a basic training in searching/finding, collecting/downloading, displaying/visualizing, and analyzing data. It will
develop foundational skills of students in interpreting real-world data related to economic and business activity and other relevant areas. Data
from numerous sources will be used to make data-driven decision in simple format. Students will obtain a hands-on experience in fundamentals
of data by utilizing mainly Microsoft Excel and economic theory for analytical purpose.
Prerequisites:
BUS 270 or equivalent, or instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
ECON 389 Economics Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
ECON 400 Economics Internship 2.00 - 7.00
Opportunity for students to earn academic credit by extending classroom learning to real-world settings. Students must obtain the cooperation
of an employer and prepare an internship agreement. Pass-Fail only.
Prerequisites:
ECON 350, 351 and consent of cooperating instructor and director, SBE.
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
ECON 430 International Economics 3.00
Overview of the economic interactions between countries in areas of international trade and international finance. Topics include: theories of
trade, protectionist policies, trade agreements, economic integration, role of international institutions and multinational enterprises, balance of
payments, foreign exchange rates, current international macroeconomics and monetary policy.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Prerequisites:
ECON 250 and 251, or ECON 235, or instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
ECON 435 Development Economics 3.00
Nature and process of economic development within historical and international perspectives. Includes alternative theories and strategies of
economic development; recent changes and trends in the world economy, and implications for development at the national level; selected case
studies and applications.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Prerequisites:
ECON 250 and 251, or ECON 235, or instructor consent.
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Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ECON 438 Comparative Economic Systems 3.00
Analysis and development of various forms of economic organization and decision mechanisms at the societal level. Emphasis on modern
centralized, decentralized, and mixed economies; evaluation of economic performance; case studies.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Global Awareness
Prerequisites:
ECON 250 and 251, or ECON 235, or instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ECON 470 Applied Economic Analysis 3.00
Introduction to econometric theory and practice. Course includes lectures and data analysis workshops, a senior-year experience/capstone
component. Topics include: statistical inference, regression analysis, model building and problems in regression analysis.
Prerequisites:
BUS 270 or MATH 130 or its equivalent, ECON 350 or ECON 351, or instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
ECON 481 Seminar in Economic Issues 3.00
In-depth discussion of current economic issues. While the focus will be on the economic aspects, social as well as political elements will be
included. Various policy options will be developed, discussed, and analyzed.
Prerequisites:
ECON 250 and 251, or ECON 235, or instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ECON 488 Independent Study In Economics 1.00 - 3.00
Concentrated study of various economics issues.
Prerequisites:
ECON 250, 251 or 235 or consent of cooperating instructor and director, SBE.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ECON 489 Economics Elective 0.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
ECON 489DV Economics Elective Diversity 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
ECON 489GA Economics Elective Global Awareness 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
ECON 489SS Economics Elective Social Sciences 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
FIN - Finance
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
FIN 189 Finance Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
FIN 189BU Finance Elective SBE requirement 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credit ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course
Typically Offered:
FIN 210 Personal Finance 3.00
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Examines the basic principles and concepts of personal financial planning, purpose and operation of financial markets and institutions,
economic impact of financial literacy, and behavioral aspects of personal finance. Decisions relating to money management, credit and
borrowing, real estate ownership, savings, and investment are studied from the standpoint of the individual consumer. Recommended for
non-business majors.
University Studies Requirements:
Social Science
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
FIN 212 Field Studies In Finance 1.00 - 3.00
Provides non-traditional adult learners with limited business experiences and presently enrolled freshmen and sophomores an opportunity to
apply general business knowledge to selected business projects. Pass-Fail only. Consent of cooperating instructor and director, SBE.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
FIN 288 Independent Study in Finance 1.00 - 3.00
Concentrated study of various business problems.
Prerequisites:
Consent of cooperating instructor and director, SBE.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
FIN 289 Finance Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
FIN 289BU Finance Elective SBE requirement 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credit ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
FIN 301 Study Abroad 0.00 - 6.00
Field trips designed by department faculty to give students direct experiences in foreign countries. Each program includes preparatory reading,
orientation meetings, a faculty-supervised study tour, and a detailed written evaluation of learning situations associated with the course. With
consent of the relevant program and content adaptation, programs provided by other agencies can be considered for this credit. Students must
obtain approval for taking these courses prior to participation. Otherwise the course may not count. For specific degree requirements consult
your advisor. Course can be repeated only if the content is different. Consent of cooperating instructor and director. SBE.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
FIN 320 Principles Of Finance 3.00
Examines the basic principles and concepts of financial management. Topics include time value of money, security, valuation, risk, financial
analysis and planning, working capital management, cost of capital, capital structure and capital budgeting,
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE or (Jr. status and Acct 101, Econ 235, Bus 211, and Bus 270; or instructor permission)
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
FIN 321 Managerial Finance 3.00
Advanced concepts and techniques of financial management, emphasizing the overall environment and decision making process by financial
managers. Topics include: modern portfolio theory, capital structure theory, and case studies.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE and FIN 320.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
FIN 389 Finance Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
FIN 400 Finance Internship 2.00 - 7.00
Opportunity for students to earn academic credit by extending classroom learning to current area business settings. Students obtain the
cooperation of an employer and prepare a learning contract. Pass-Fail only.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE, consent of cooperating instructor and director, SBE.
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
FIN 412 Field Studies In Finance 1.00 - 3.00
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Provides non-traditional adult learners with some academic and/or broad business experiences and presently enrolled juniors and seniors an
opportunity to apply general business knowledge to selected business projects. Pass-Fail only.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE and consent of coopering instructor and director, SBE.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
FIN 420 Risk Management 3.00
Principles and valuation models of derivatives for risk management. Application of financial instruments such as futures/forwards, options, and
swaps to mitigate the financial risk of corporations related to the uncertainty of future pricing of commodities, interest rates, foreign exchange
rates, and stock price indexes. .
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE and FIN 320, or consent of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
FIN 426 Investments 3.00
The study of financial securities, their valuation, and the markets where they are traded. Analyze economic and market factors affecting risk,
returns, and timing of investment decisions. Examine investment decision making within the framework of modern portfolio theory. Alternative
investments including derivatives (options and futures) are also examined.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE and FIN 320 or consent of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
FIN 488 Independent Study-Finance 1.00 - 3.00
Concentrated study of various business problems.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE, consent of cooperating instructor and director, SBE.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
FIN 489 Finance Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
SMGT - Sustainable Management
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
SMGT 115 Environmental Science and Sustainability 3.00
Overview of the interrelationships between humans and the environment. The first third of the course focuses on important ecological concepts.
The remainder deals with human influence on the environment and sustainable practices to avoid or ameliorate the negative impacts. The
ecological concepts are used throughout to identify, understand, and provide a basis for proposing possible solutions to contemporary
environmental problems. Overall, the course provides students with a better understanding of how humans can more positively affect the
environment in which they live. No Pass-Fail.
Prerequisites:
Admission to the Sustainable Management major, or consent of the Program Advisor, and on a space-available basis.
Typically Offered:
SMGT 220 Systems Thinking 3.00
In this course students will use systems thinking to apply the concept of sustainability in various business, social, and scientific contexts. Rather
than looking at problems by analyzing their component parts, students will learn to analyze whole systems. Students then model the
relationships and behaviors to identify leverage points for change. No Pass-Fail.
Typically Offered:
SMGT 230 Triple Bottom Line Accounting for Managers 3.00
Introduction to the discipline of financial and managerial accounting and how this information is used. Students gain a basic knowledge of the
preparation of financial statements and their analytical use. Further, students will explore how this accounting information is applied by
managers in the decision-making process, helping organizations meet the triple bottom line (strong profits, healthy environment, and vital
communities). No Pass-Fail.
Prerequisites:
College Math (MATH 112 or equivalent) and admission to the Sustainable Management Major, or consent of the Program Advisor, and on a
space-available basis.
Typically Offered:
SMGT 235 Economics in Society and Sustainability 3.00
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General introductory course highlighting economic, social, and environmental issues facing society. In addition to covering traditional issues
such as markets and prices (microeconomics), government economic management (macroeconomics), and international trade, it introduces
economic content into the analysis of selected topics such as poverty and discrimination, the environment, and the provision of government
services. Critiques of conventional economic thought, within the context of systems thinking and ecological economics, are integrated
throughout the course. No Pass-Fail.
Prerequisites:
College Math (MATH 112 or equivalent) and admission to the Sustainable Management Major, or consent of the Program Advisor, and on a
space-available basis.
Typically Offered:
SMGT 240 Business Communication for Sustainable Management 3.00
Interdisciplinary professional and technical communication course that applies knowledge of sustainability principles and develops rhetorical
skills for a variety of audiences in social, economic, and environmental contexts.
Typically Offered:
SMGT 250 Sustainable Agriculture and Food Security 3.00
This course offers an in-depth assessment of the economic, social, and environmental considerations of production agricultural systems that
provide safe, reliable, and affordable food supplies for a growing human population. In addition to the maintenance of the economic viability of
production agricultural systems, course topics will focus on: the maintenance of soil, water, and air resources; addressing issues of biodiversity
loss; and, maintenance of rural community character and economies. Economic, regulatory, and public entity tools that promote sustainability in
production agriculture will also be addressed.
Prerequisites:
SMGT 115
Typically Offered:
SMGT 305 Climate Change and Sustainability 3.00
This course focuses on climate change science and greenhouse gases, natural and human impacts of climate change, and sustainable and
efficient strategies to limit carbon emissions. The course is divided into three major areas: 1) climate science and measured impacts, 2)
modelled predictions and mitigation/adaptation strategies, 3) sustainable and carbon neutral practices. This course will emphasize not only the
economics of carbon budgeting and increasing efficiency but also the human role in creating and solving climate change and the discrepancies
in who, where, and what will be impacted by both climate change and the necessary solutions.
Prerequisites:
MATH 112 or equivalent and admission to Sustainable Management Major or consent of the Program Advisor.
Typically Offered:
SMGT 310 Ecology and Sustainability 3.00
Interrelationships of organisms with each other and their environments. Investigation into composition and dynamics of populations,
communities, ecosystems, landscapes, and the biosphere with emphasis on sustainability. Online only. No Pass-Fail.
Prerequisites:
BIOL 123 or equivalent, or consent of the Program Advisor, and on a space-available basis.
Typically Offered:
SMGT 315 Global Environmental Chemistry 3.00
Exploration of chemical environments as interdependent thermodynamics and kinetic systems. The "system/surroundings" perspectives of
thermodynamics will be applied to systems of progressively larger size to arrive at the comprehensive view of the global environmental system.
No Pass-Fail.
Prerequisites:
General Chemistry (CHEM 103, CHEM 105 or equivalent) and admission to the Sustainable Management Major or Program Advisor
permission and on a space available basis.
Typically Offered:
SMGT 320 Renewable Energy for Sustainable Management 3.00
In this course we will discuss the issue of sustainability as it relates to the world's increasing use of energy, considering the potential harm done
via greenhouse gases released from burning fossil fuels and the prospects for large-scale implementation of more benign sources such as the
sun, geothermal, wind, and water. You will learn about basic engineering principles and applications for existing and emerging energy
technologies, energy production, consumption, and environmental impact, and explore the ways in which these principles relate to sustainable
management.
Prerequisites:
College Math (MATH 112 or equivalent) and admission to the Sustainable Management Major, or Program Advisor permission, and on a
space-available basis.
Typically Offered:
SMGT 325 Natural Resource Management 3.00
Examines the interdependence between natural resources associated with land, air, and water. Explores significant environmental issues
regarding the policies and problems in the use and management of natural resources related to soils, vegetation, landscape within the context of
social needs and sustainability. No Pass-Fail.
Typically Offered:
SMGT 330 Marketing for a Sustainable World 3.00
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Analysis of an organization's opportunities to develop sustainability practices as they relate to the development of product, pricing, supply and
distribution channels (retail, wholesale), promotion (advertising, sales promotion, public relations), target markets and reporting methodologies.
Typically Offered:
SMGT 332 Economics of Environmental Sustainability 3.00
The course provides an examination of the interaction between market activity and the environment as well as the use of economic decision
making to manage the environment. Applies economic analysis to the efficient and sustainable management of environmental goods and
resources. Examines how economic institutions and policies can be changed to bring the environmental impacts of economic decision-making
more into balance with human desires and the needs of the ecosystem. Introduction to the theory, methods, and application of sustainable
organizational finance.
Prerequisites:
SMGT 235, and admission to the Sustainable Management Major; or permission of the program advisor. Offered on a space-available basis
Typically Offered:
SMGT 335 Management and Environmental Information Systems 3.00
This course presents an overview different technologies and information systems used in modern organizations. It covers various information
systems for analyzing organizational data and processes. It presents tools for managing projects, promoting collaboration, and teamwork in the
workplace. This course provides students hands-on experience with the information systems and technology tools. It also covers technologies
that promote sustainability and includes topics such as green computing and low-carbon technologies.
Prerequisites:
SMGT 230
Typically Offered:
SMGT 340 Organizational Behavior and Sustainability 3.00
Management principles and theories underlying human behavior in organizations are investigated. Topics include personality, motivation,
communication, decision-making, leadership, teamwork, ethics, power, diversity, and work stress. Constraints and opportunities of an "eco"
friendly organization are realized. No Pass-Fail.
Prerequisites:
COMM 110 (or its equivalent), admission to the Sustainable Management Major, or have consent of the Program Advisor, on
space-available basis.
Typically Offered:
SMGT 360 Environmental and Sustainability Policy 3.00
Topics include the spectrum of historical, theoretical and technical issues applicable to sustainable management of natural resources,
environmental quality standards and risk management. Identifies administrative structures that form the basis for selecting appropriate
responses to complex management problems faced by industry, government and non-governmental agencies. The historical development and
current framework of public policy are investigated and specific foundational legislation is critiqued. No Pass-Fail.
Prerequisites:
SMGT 115 and admission to the Sustainable Management Major, or consent of Program Advisor, on a space-available basis.
Typically Offered:
SMGT 370 Logistics, Supply Chain Management, and Sustainability 3.00
Introduction to the concepts, functions, processes, and objectives of logistics and supply chain management activities. Covers activities that are
involved in physically moving raw materials, inventory, and finished goods from point of origin to point of use or consumption. Covers the
planning, organizing, and controlling of such activities, and examines the role of supply chain processes in creating sustainable competitive
advantage with respect to quality, flexibility, lead-time, and cost. Topics include customer service, inventory management, transportation,
warehousing, supply chain management, reverse logistics, green supply chains and international logistics. Prior knowledge in Excel spreadsheet
applications is recommended. No Pass-Fail.
Prerequisites:
Statistics (MATH 130 or BUS 270 or equivalent) and admission to the Sustainable Management Major, or consent of the Program Advisor,
on a space-available basis.
Typically Offered:
SMGT 410 Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainability 3.00
This course will enable students to understand the rationale behind CSR and sustainability. This course takes students through an evaluation of
risks and potential impacts in decision making, enabling them to recognize the links between the success of an organization and the well-being
of a community/society. Methods and standards of integrating CSR throughout an organization, creating metrics and communicating CSR
policies internally and externally will be discussed and analyzed. Students will develop an understanding of best practices of CSR in its entire
breadth within an organization as well as delve into economic structures designed to foster more responsibility and accountability.
Typically Offered:
SMGT 420 The Built Environment and Sustainability 3.00
This course addresses the impacts of the human-built environment on natural systems and opportunities available to mitigate them through
thoughtful planning, design, and implementation techniques to provide desirable, affordable, and sustainable living and working spaces. Topics
focus on providing critical infrastructure for economic development, housing, transportation, and utilities while protecting and enhancing
environmental assets through effective site and building design, public input, and use of regulatory tools. Additional attention is given to the
maintenance of community character and the economic and social interdependence of rural, exurban, suburban, and urban areas.
Typically Offered:
SMGT 430 International Management for a Sustainable World 3.00
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Analysis of the theory and practice of managing international organizations. Includes sociocultural aspects and group dynamics of international
business and service organizations through the study of sustainable management practices. Implementation of a triple bottom line solution to
organizational problems will be emphasized. No Pass-Fail.
Prerequisites:
SMGT 235 and admission to the Sustainable Management Major, or consent of the Program Advisor, and on a space-available basis.
Typically Offered:
SMGT 435 International Development and Sustainability 3.00
This course examines the international sustainability concerns. It explores interrelationships of sustainable management practices with
population growth, health, food security, poverty, inequality, urbanization, international trade, technology and environmental change at local,
regional, and global levels. Contemporary issues and alternatives will be explored to identify sustainable management practices that can lead to
strong profitability, healthy environments, and vibrant communities.
Prerequisites:
SMGT 235, and admission to the Sustainable Management Major; or permission of the program advisor. Offered on a space-available basis
Typically Offered:
SMGT 460 Environment and Society 3.00
Introduce the fundamentals of human-environmental interaction; a grasp of how these interactions create problems; and how the elements of
social, technological, and personal choices combine to overcome them. No Pass-Fail.
Prerequisites:
SMGT 115 and admission to the Sustainable Management Major, or consent of the Program Advisor, and on a space-available basis.
Typically Offered:
SMGT 494 Sustainable Management Capstone Orientation 0.00
This is a program administered zero-credit Quiz examination to determine a student's eligibility to pursue SMGT 495 (Sustainable Management
Capstone) course. The students are automatically enrolled in the course once they have competed at least ten (10) SMGT courses as 200-400
levels. Pass-Fail grading
Typically Offered:
SMGT 495 Sustainable Management Capstone 3.00
The capstone course provides students with the opportunity to apply what they've learned and gain hands-on experience in the real world. Each
student will help a real organization solve an existing sustainability problem by implementing practical knowledge to achieve a triple-bottom-line
solution. Projects may focus on issues such as supply chain structures, energy efficiencies, or environmental and climate concerns. The
instructor will serve as a guide throughout the experience.
Prerequisites:
Senior standing, advisor consent and must be admitted to SMGT major, or have program advisor consent, on a space-available basis.
Typically Offered:
TRSP - Transportation & Logistics Management
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
TRSP 300 Supply Chain Management 3.00
Introduction to concepts, functions, processes and objectives of logistics and supply chain management activities including procurement,
manufacturing, and logistics. Covers planning, organizing and controlling of such activities, and examines the role of supply chain processes in
creating competitive advantage with respect to quality, flexibility, lead-time, and cost. Provides an analysis of logistics and transportation
services. Topics include customer service, inventory concepts and management, transportation, warehousing, purchasing, supply chain
management, global logistics, sustainability, and logistics strategies.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
TRSP 301 Study Abroad 0.00 - 6.00
Field trips designed by department faculty to give students direct experiences in foreign countries. Each program includes preparatory reading,
orientation meetings, a faculty-supervised study tour, and a detailed written evaluation of learning situations associated with the course. With
consent of the relevant program and content adaptation, programs provided by other agencies can be considered for this credit. Students must
obtain approval for taking these courses prior to participation otherwise the course may not count. For specific degree requirements consult your
advisor. Course can be repeated only if the content is different. Consent of instructor. Requires a minimum of 3 credits if used to fulfill elective
requirement.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
TRSP 305 Air Transportation Management 3.00
Explores the history, management and future trends in air transportation. Covers the four principal segments of air transportation: major carriers,
regional carriers, all-cargo carriers and general aviation. Also examines airport management. In each segment the issues of aircraft design,
market share, finance, insurance and operations are discussed. The development and application of national and international regulations that
impact air transportation are analyzed. Topics include: cost structure, air fares, flight crews and safety, environmental impacts of aircraft and
airports, operating and service characteristics, technological advances, world competition and intermodal operations.
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Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
TRSP 315 Land Transportation Management 3.00
Covers the three basic surface transportation modes of rail, highway systems and pipelines. Provides a comprehensive knowledge base of the
three major segments of each mode: management, marketing and operations, including the various types of freight and passenger services,
both public and private, and the intermodal services. Historical, current and future trends of the North American surface transportation are
covered, including the expanding intermodal needs and system approaches in both freight and passenger services, and the crucial connection
with the origin of raw materials to destination manufacturing and ultimately to the consumer.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
TRSP 325 Marine Transportation Management 3.00
Addresses the management and future trends in marine transportation. The issues of vessel design, market share, finance, insurance,
operations and sustainability are addressed for the ocean, inland and Great Lakes shipping segments. The development and application of
national and international regulations that impact the marine transportation of freight and passengers will be analyzed. The topics of vessel
financing, freight rates, vessel crewing, safety, environmental impacts, vessel operations, fleet management, port and flag state control, trade
routes and intermodal operations will be explored using case study analysis.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
TRSP 389 Transportation & Logistics Mgt Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
TRSP 401 Advanced Supply Chain Management 3.00
Examines advanced supply chain and logistics theory and concepts as applied in the modern business environment. Provides an understanding
of the major functions of supply chain management. Exposes students to the tools and techniques employed in the analysis of logistics and
supply chain systems. Emphasis on system optimization for the purpose of achieving customer satisfaction, and sustainability.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE and TRSP 300.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
TRSP 402 Urban Planning and Transportation Systems 3.00
Comparative examinations of planning theories and practices that shaped the geography of 19th and 20th century urban and suburban areas.
Introduction to the interurban and interurban influences of transportation systems on land use and planning will be explored. Stresses the ways in
which planners and planning ideologies have responded to different social, economic, political and technological (transportation and
communication) innovations and pressures. The class includes an examination of 21st Century problems, pressures and solutions to urban and
transportation needs. Qualifies as an Academic-Service Learning course (see Academic Service-Learning for more details). A significant
semester-long group AS-L project, which connects the student with the Twin Ports community, is a substantial learning goal in the face-to-face
section of this course. Cross-listed as GEOG/TRSP 402. S18, S20.
Prerequisites:
T&L majors who have completed GEOG 302 and admitted to SBE; or non-SBE majors who have completed GEOG 302, or consent of
instructor.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Even Years Only
TRSP 405 Port and Terminal Management 3.00
Management principles applied to the operation of ports, terminals, warehouses, and distribution centers. Key topics to be addressed include:
governance, administration, regulations, hazardous materials, materials handling, intermodal connections, environmental impacts and labor
relations. Additional concepts such as location analysis, warehouse management systems, containerization, inventory management and
sustainability will be addressed. Case study methodology will be used that applies quality management, Six Sigma and learn management
principles.
Prerequisites:
Admitted to SBE.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
TRSP 430 International and Intermodal Transportation Management 3.00
Focuses on managing the export/import process of freight, the operation of international intermodal systems and conducting business in
different cultures. Topics to be addressed include: entering foreign markets, multi-national logistics strategy, international law, currency
exchange, insurance, INCOTERMS, commercial documents, customs clearance, packaging, transportation systems, multi-national business
ethics, reverse logistics and sustainability.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
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TRSP 489 Transportation & Logistics Mgt Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
School of Business and Economics Contact Information
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University of Wisconsin - Superior
Erlanson Hall 301
Belknap and Catlin Ave.
P.O. Box 2000
Superior, WI 54880
Phone: 715-394-8206
Email:
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Social Inquiry
Mission Statement
Faculty and Staff
Majors
Minors
Course Descriptions
Social Inquiry Department Contact Information
Mission Statement
The Social Inquiry Department fosters intellectual growth and career preparation within a liberal arts tradition that emphasizes individual attention and
embodies respect for diverse cultures and multiple voices. Through its contribution to the University's general education program and its major and minor
curricula, the department helps students to become life-long learners who seek understanding as a valuable end in its own right. In particular, the department
encourages students to apply reflective and systematic thought to the social world using the methodological tools of the social sciences and humanities. Our
goal is to produce graduates who approach their lives, both as professionals and as responsible members of local and global communities, with reason and
creativity. The Department offers majors and minors in Sociology, Political Science, History and Broad Field Social Studies, along with minors in Anthropology,
Philosophy and Gender Studies.
Faculty and Staff
Augsburger, Deborah - Associate Professor, Anthropology
Bahm, Karl - Professor, History
Dokhanchi, Khalil (Haji) - Professor, Political Science
Edwards, Eric - Associate Professor, Sociology
Evans, Brianna - Senior Lecturer, Gender Studies and Sociology
Fredericks, Trudy - Academic Department Associate
Gan, Cheong Soon - Assistant Professor, History
Krausch, Meghan - Assistant Professor, Sociology
LaChance Adams, Sarah - Associate Professor, Philosophy
Mansbach, Daniela - Associate Professor, Political Science
Riker-Coleman, Erik - Senior Lecturer, History
Sipress, Joel - Professor, History
Starratt, Priscilla - Professor, History
Torgerson, Tim - Senior Lecturer, Philosophy
Von Hagel, Alisa - Associate Professor, Political Science
Majors
History Major - Bachelor of Arts Requirements
History Teaching Major - Early Adolescence-Adolescence Level (EA-A/Grades 4-12), B.A. or B.S. Requirements
Broad Field Social Studies Major
Broad Field Social Studies Major - Political Science Concentration
Minors
Anthropology Minor Requirements
Gender Studies Minor Requirements
History Minor Requirements
Philosophy Minor Requirements
Political Science Minor Requirements
Political Science Minor - Secondary Education Certification Requirements
Sociology Minor Requirements
Sociology Teaching (EA-A) Minor Requirements
Course Descriptions
ANTH - Anthropology
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Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
ANTH 101 The Human Experience 3.00
Introduction to the principles, concepts and methods of cultural anthropology. Consideration of the ways in which cultural anthropology
contributes to the understanding of human diversity.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Social Science
Typically Offered:
On-campus: Fall & Spring
ANTH 104 The History of Human Origins 3.00
A history of human origins from the fish who crawled out of the sea to early hominids to the peopling of the continents. Uses fossil,
archaeological, experimental archaeological, linguistic, oral narrative and genetic evidence. Honors the origin narratives of diverse peoples. All
religious views welcome. Many films. Cross-listed as ANTH/HIST 104. Code 4
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Humanities - History
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
ANTH 175 Superior Historic Archeology 1.00
Students will learn about historic archaeological methodology by taking part in an archaeological excavation of the Old "Firehouse and Police
Museum in Superior, WI. The goal of the course is to expose students to archaeological excavation methods and theory in conjunction with
study of the historic archeology of Superior. Student findings will be kept on file with the Superior Public Museum.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ANTH 189 Anthropology Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
ANTH 289 Anthropology Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
ANTH 289WC Anthropology Elective World Culture 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
ANTH 301 Study Abroad 0.00 - 6.00
Field trips designed by the faculty.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ANTH 310 Gender in Cross-Cultural Perspective 3.00
Examines the cultural construction of gender from an anthropological, cross-cultural perspective. Attention is paid to sociocultural factors such
as kinship, colonialism, industrialism, and economic development which influence gender definitions, roles, and the structure of gender
relations. Cross-listed as ANTH/GST 310.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
ANTH 315 Cultural Anthropology 3.00
Detailed study of the human condition by focusing on a selection of specific cultures.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
ANTH 320 Environmental Anthropology 3.00
Exploration of human-environment interactions across time, space, and diverse cultures. Considers environmental relations involving
indigenous, non-Western, and Western groups. Readings address traditional environmental knowledge, changing patterns of subsistence,
population, sustainability, urbanism, politics, debates over resources, and more.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
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ANTH 325 Food, Culture and Society 3.00
An examination of food's role and uses in distinct communities. Topics may include gender, the body, ethnicity, class, belonging, meaning,
culture change, ideology, food movements, and food and inequality.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
ANTH 333 The History of Indigenous Peoples 3.00
A course on a global history of Indigenous Peoples which will explore the history of conquered and marginalized societies in a world systems
context. The course examines their loss of economic resources, environmental security, cultural, linguistic and political sovereignty and their
strategies for survival and reemergence as re-empowered peoples. Examples from many regions of the world with many films. Examples may
change but the learning goals remain the same. Cross-listed as ANTH/FNS/HIST 333. Code 4. RE.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Odd Years Only
ANTH 340 Language, Culture, and Society 3.00
The study of language and language use as essential elements of human culture, connected to thought, experience, identity, power, and social
relations.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Social Science
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
ANTH 368 Cultures of Mesoamerica 3.00
Investigates current and past cultures of Mesoamerica (located in present-day Mexico, Guatemala, and neighboring areas), both past and
present, and their transformations and influence across time and borders. Employs archaeological, historical, and ethnographic data in a
lecture, readings, film and discussion format. Cross-listed as ANTH/HIST/FNS 368. ANTH 101 highly recommended. Code 2.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
ANTH 389 Anthropology Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
ANTH 489 Anthropology Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
ANTH 490 Selected Topics in Anthropology 3.00
In-depth study of specialized current topics in Anthropology selected by the instructor. May be repeated once for credit when instructor and/or
topics are different.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ANTH 499 Independent Study 1.00 - 4.00
Supervised independent study and/or research in Anthropology. Prior contract with instructor is required.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ENST - Environmental Studies
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
ENST 200 People and the Environment: Challenges & Actions 3.00
This course builds on knowledge of physical processes of human-environment interactions, such as climate change and freshwater depletion, to
learn about the social and cultural processes that are crucial for understanding the environmental challenges that human beings face and our
best means of dealing with them. The course includes lecture, discussion, experiential learning, and student research.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
GST - Gender Studies
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
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GST 150 Introduction to Gender Studies 3.00
Introduction to Gender Studies explores various answers to the question: How does gender influence the way in which we interact with and are
impacted by society? To that end, this course introduces students to feminist perspectives and challenges students to incorporate
self-exploration with academic skill to analyze one's personal experience, and the experience of others, within social institutions such as family,
government, employment, religion, and education through the lens of gender. We will examine how issues of gender within our society intersect
with race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, differing abilities, and age to perpetuate a system of oppression.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Social Science
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
GST 189 Gender Studies Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
GST 210 Sociology of Gender 3.00
Introduces the social construction of sex and gender. It focuses on both local and international materials, with particular attention to gender
inequality in contemporary societies. Intersections with class, race, nation and other social categories are also explored. Cross listed with
SOCI/GST 210.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Social Science
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
GST 229 Literature by Women 3.00
Survey of British and American women's literature from the Middle Ages to the Contemporary Period. Women's literature across cultures,
genres, and time periods. Credit may not be earned in both GST 229 and ENGL 229
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Humanities - Literature
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
GST 255 Gender and Sexuality in Writing 3.00
Explores writing on gender and sexuality with a focus on texts by lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning, intersex (LGBTQI) and
allied writers from diverse cultures, classes, races, and ethnicities. Students discover and deepen their own perspectives through writing and
reading. Students of all genders and gender identities are welcome. Cross listed as WRIT/GST 255. Course includes Academic
Service-Learning (AS-L) high-impact practice.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
GST 258 Gender, Psychology and Society 3.00
Discussion and study of development of gender roles across the lifespan. Topics include the social construction of sex and gender differences,
status and power, feminist psychology, childhood and adolescence, relationships, family, work and achievement, and diversity. Meets the
Diverse Perspectives requirement for Psychology major. Meets a requirement for the Gender Studies minor. Qualifies as an Academic
Service-Learning course, involving a 15-hour community placement commitment (see Academic Service-Learning for more details). Cross-listed
as PSYC/GST 258.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
GST 270 Psychology of Men and Masculinity 3.00
This course is devoted to exploring men's experience in society, the cultural messages men receive about masculinity, and the implications of
these for behavior and mental health. Topics include: ideology about the transition from boyhood to manhood, the privileges and perils of
manhood status, men's friendships, work primacy, health issues, intimacy and power issues with women, negotiating male sexuality, male
violence, and assumptions regarding men's role in the family unit. This is a course for people of all genders about issues related to the social
construction of masculinity in our culture. Cross-listed as PSYC/GST 270. Meets the Diverse Perspectives requirement for Psychology major.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Typically Offered:
GST 289 Gender Studies Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
GST 289DV Gender Studies Elective Diversity 1.00 - 12.00
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Typically Offered:
GST 289GA Gender Studies Elective Global Awareness 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
GST 289SS Gender Studies Elective Social Sciences 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
GST 301 Study Abroad 0.00 - 6.00
Field trips designed by the department faculty to give students direct experiences in foreign countries. Each program includes preparatory
reading, orientation meetings, a faculty-supervised study tour, and a detailed written evaluation of learning situations associated with the
course. With consent of the relevant program and content adaptation, programs provided by other agencies can be considered for this credit.
Students must obtain approval for taking these courses prior to participation. Otherwise the course may not count. For specific degree
requirements, consult your advisor. The course can be repeated only if the content is different.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
GST 310 Gender in Cross-Cultural Perspective 3.00
Examines the cultural construction of gender from an anthropological, cross-cultural perspective. Attention is paid to sociocultural factors such
as kinship, colonialism, industrialism, and economic development which influence gender definitions, roles, and the structure of gender
relations. Cross-listed as ANTH/GST 310.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
GST 312 Gender,Crime,and Justice 3.00
Exploration of the social construction of gender in crime and delinquency as well as in justice systems; analysis of how assumptions about
gender impact the interpretation and application of law; comparison of offenders, victims and practitioners using the lens of intersectionality.
Cross-listed as CJUS/GST 312.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
GST 317 Men and Women in Nazi Germany 3.00
In this upper-division examination of the nature of Nazi society and Fascism more generally, the central focus will be on gender--the images of
and attitudes towards masculinity and femininity, and alternative sexualities, in the Third Reich. Changes in the role afforded to men and
women, and in beliefs about what it means to be male and female, were at the very center of the revolutionary changes that constituted the shift
to the "Modern Era." In seeking to understand Fascist attitudes toward gender, therefore, the course is seeking to understand not some
peripheral aspect of Nazi society, but its very core, the very essence of modern democracy and its nemesis, Fascism. Much attention will be
focused on developing skill in understanding and interpreting films and other visual artifacts and how they reveal ideals and assumptions about
gender. Cross-listed as HIST/GST 317. Code 1. G.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
GST 322 The Construction of Gender in the United States 3.00
An examination of gender and sexual identities and roles in the United States from colonial times through the present. Explores the evolution of
these roles and identities and the social, economic, and political forces that shape them. Cross-listed as HIST/GST 322. G.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
GST 329 Women In Art 3.00
Women's expression in painting and sculpture, primarily of the 19th and 20th Centuries.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
GST 365 Philosophy of Love and Sex 3.00
In this course we will begin with the assumption that love and sex cannot be reduced to "a commotion of one's anatomy." Instead we will
consider them as two of the most meaningful aspects of human existence, as our most intimate and profound ways of relating to others and to
ourselves. Cross-listed as PHIL/GST 365.
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University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
GST 374 Women and Politics 3.00
In the United States, women hold 18% of the seats in the 112th Congress, marking the nation 85th in its level of representation for women.
Globally, women constitute 15% of all members of parliament, although significant regional variation persists. How do gendered hierarchies
continue to shape and structure political systems? Why have women not yet reached parity in elected office? Should women be represented as
women? What difference do women bring to elective office? These and other questions are explored throughout the course, with particular
attention to the historical exclusion of women from the public arena, the methods used by women to enter electoral and activist politics, and the
current political status of women in the United States and globally. Cross-listed as POLS/GST 374.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
GST 389 Gender Studies Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
GST 393 Women, Colonialism, and Nationalism in Modern Southeast Asia 3.00
This upper-division seminar examines the role women played in Southeast Asian history from the 19th century till the present, specifically as the
region confronted the challenges of colonialism and post-colonial nation-building. Among key issues covered are (1) the encounter between
Western guns and local political systems; (2) race and racism (or, why the other group is always a barbarian); (3) how Southeast Asia became
“modern”; (4) decolonization and/or revolution; (4) political, economic and religious challenges in post-colonial nationalism; (5) the intimate and
everyday lives of Southeast Asians; and so on. We will work through these themes through the lens of the role of women and women’s groups,
examining Western tourists, governesses and wives; sex, prostitution and the control of VD; colonial-era marriage with “white guys” and the
biracial children; Islam and women; and post-colonial women political leaders. We will examine these issues within the framework of the
political, social, economic and cultural interactions between Britain, France, Holland, the United States of America, China, Japan, Malaysia,
Singapore, Vietnam, Thailand, Indonesia, and Myanmar/Burma. In addition to reading a selection of secondary and primary materials, including
poems, biographies, memoirs, and histories, students will also watch music videos and films to understand and analyze the issues. Cross-listed
as HIST/GST 393. Code 3. G.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
GST 411 Bodies: Sociology of the Flesh 3.00
Examines the role of society in understanding and relating to biology, especially the human body. We tend to think of the body as a “given”, but
in this class we will explore how the body and our relationship to it has changed dramatically over place and time. We will analyze how bodies
are used as grounds for inequality, including not only those rooted in gender but also race, disability, size, and social class. This course also
counts for credit toward the Gender Studies minor. Cross-listed as SOCI/GST 411.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
GST 413 Complex Identities: Global Race, Class, and Gender 3.00
Examines race, class, gender, and other major aspects of social identity as intersecting phenomena, including some of their cousins:
colonialism, patriarchy, marginalization, and racism. We look carefully at the ways each of these systems of power shifts and influences the
others by assuming an intersectional perspective throughout the course. This course has a specifically global emphasis, looking at how
seemingly fixed identities like race change radically in different parts of the globe. This course also counts for credit toward the Gender Studies
minor. Cross-listed as SOCI/GST 413.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of SOCI 101, GST 210, or instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Odd Years Only
GST 439 Victorian Age 3.00
Study of the literature of the Victorian period in British literature (1830s to late 1800s). Pre-requisites of 3 credits of ENGL courses. Cannot
receive credit for both ENGL 439 and GST 439
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
GST 456 Feminist Theory and Action 3.00
Seminar course providing a deeper look at feminist thought, building on the introduction provided in GST 150. Through readings and films,
examines conversations, controversies, and connections among a range of feminist thinkers. Students explore the intersections of feminist
thought and action, reading a variety of calls to action and articulating their own. Cross-listed as POLS/GST 456.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of GST 150 or instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
GST 459 Philosophies of Pregnancy, Childbirth and Mothering 3.00
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This course will explore pregnancy, childbirth, and mothering from two perspectives-the embodied experience of women and its political-social
context. We will consider how women's firsthand experiences of motherhood are responses to a broader social milieu. This approach will enable
us to think about a variety of philosophical themes and questions with regard to our topic including: philosophical method, embodiment, sex and
gender, the origins of ethics, moral obligation, virtue, moral luck, intersubjectivity, and oppression. Cross-listed as PHIL/GST 459.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
GST 460 The Study of First Nations Women 3.00
Exploration of the First Nations woman's social roles and lifestyles from a variety of tribal cultures in North America. Focuses on traditional and
contemporary values and roles of First Nations women. Cross-listed as FNS/GST 460.
Typically Offered:
GST 489 Gender Studies Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
GST 489DV Gender Studies Elective Diversity 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
GST 489GA Gender Studies Elective Global Awareness 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
GST 489SS Gender Studies Elective Social Sciences 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
GST 490 Special Topics in Women's Studies 1.00 - 4.00
In-depth study of specialized current topics in Women's Studies selected by the instructor. Course may be repeated for credit when instructor
and/or topics are different.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
GST 499 Independent Study 1.00 - 3.00
Supervised independent study and/or research in Women's Studies. May be supervised by any current member of the Women's Studies faculty.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is Women's Study minor, and completion of at least 3 credits in GST and instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
HIST - History
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
HIST 104 The History of Human Origins 3.00
A history of human origins from the fish who crawled out of the sea to early hominids to the peopling of the continents. Uses fossil,
archaeological, experimental archaeological, linguistic, oral narrative and genetic evidence. Honors the origin narratives of diverse peoples. All
religious views welcome. Many films. Cross-listed as ANTH/HIST 104. Code 4
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Humanities - History
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
HIST 111 Modern World History 3.00
Focuses on themes rather than chronology. Students follow the growing globalization of the world through the study of themes like nationalism,
industrialization, imperialism, capitalism, decolonization, technologies, gender, race, everyday lives, world systems, migration and Diaspora. Will
employ analysis of primary documents, photographs, maps, music, films or other sources of history and build skills of effective writing, clear
presentations, use of convincing evidence, increasing geographic literacy and placing the history of specific regions in a global context. Aims to
provide an introduction to the discipline of history and its methods. Emphasis on learning to think globally. Code 4
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Humanities - History
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Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
HIST 112 The Ancient Mediterranean World 3.00
General-education-level course introducing students to the basic outlines of the history of the Mediterranean region -- including Greece, Rome,
Spain, northern Africa, and Palestine -- from the earliest times to the Middle Ages. While investigating some key events and stories from these
places and times, students learn to critically evaluate the ways these stories are re-told in our time, using actual texts and documents from the
times in comparison to books and movies about those times from our day. Code 1
University Studies Requirements:
Humanities - History
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
HIST 113 Soccer and identity: A Global History 3.00
This course focuses on the social, cultural and political impact of soccer across the world. It tackles issues of racial, ethnic, class and
geographic identities as well as gender dynamics through an examination of the development of soccer, and its iconic rivalries. It traces the
history and development of the game in various parts of the world – Asia, Africa, North America, South America and Europe. Students engage
in critical analysis of a range of sources: academic and popular non-fiction books; scholarly journal articles; newspaper and magazine articles;
fan literature (blogs, fanzines, FB groups etc); and audio-visual materials (films, documentaries and matches). Students learn how to use these
verifiable historical evidence to construct reasoned interpretations of the human past. In discussion sessions and other classroom activities,
students are encouraged to explore how interpretations of the past can be applied to address contemporary issues and problems.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Global Awareness
Humanities - History
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
HIST 115 World Religions 3.00
A course on the history or world religions, some great and some small: Abrahamic, Dharmic, Indigenous faiths and religions of the Tao. The
course stresses links between faiths and their historic origins. All faiths are equally respected. It is NOT a debate about which faith is true or
better than another. Code 4
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Global Awareness
Humanities - History
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
HIST 119 Kings, Concubines, Thinkers, Farmers in East Asia 3.00
China, Japan and Korea make up one of the fastest growing regions today. We buy all sorts of stuff made in China; text on our Samsung
phones; drive our Hondas, Toyotas, and Hyundais; listen to K-pop; watch Jackie Chan and cheered on Yao Ming; read manga comics and
watch anime; consume dim sum and chow mein, ramen and sushi, kimchi and bibimbop. This course seeks to understand what makes these
societies tick; societies that share many similarities but are continually asserting their unique linguistic, cultural and political identities. We reach
back to the pre-modern period to examine the lives of the elite (emperors, princes, generals, poets, philosophers) and everyday folks (soldiers
and samurais, farmers, traders, monks, concubines). The course will use a diverse range of sources, from scholarly articles and memoirs to
documentaries, movies and music videos. The course centers on active-dynamic learning such as focused in-class discussion, presentations,
critical thinking, as well as short- and medium-length essays. It introduces students to the study and discipline of history. Code 3
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Humanities - History
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
HIST 120 Conquest and Resistance in Modern Asia 3.00
This course examines the impact of one of the key dynamics of late modern history in Asia: colonialism. It takes a comparative look at how
imperialism was experienced by the invading power and the colonized people in traditionally lesser-studied regions of the world. We look at a
number of case studies of Western and Japanese colonialism from the 19th century onwards, including – (1) the Spanish and the US in the
Philippines (2) the British experience in Asia (primarily India but also Burma); (3) the French in Vietnam; (4) The Dutch experience in Indonesia;
and finally, (5) the Japanese in China, Taiwan, and Korea, and later during WWII, in Southeast Asia. (Other case studies may also be used.) We
examine the social, economic, cultural, political, and personal impact of imperialism on both the metropole and the colony. We will read
memoirs, watch music videos and films, and discuss issues such as the nuts and bolts of colonial rule, the role of women, attitudes towards
race and identity, indigenous pursuit of modernity, and nationalism among others. Emphasis on learning to think globally and provides
University Studies students and majors with an introduction to historical thinking. Code 3
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Humanities - History
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
HIST 125 Modern Latin America 3.00
An examination of issues of development and underdevelopment using Latin America as a case study. Students will explore a variety of
theories of underdevelopment and use Latin American History to weigh the merits of these various theories. Code 2
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University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Humanities - History
Typically Offered:
On-Campus: Fall
HIST 130 Early-Modern Europe/From Medieval to Early-Modern Europe 3.00
An introductory course on the idea of Europe’s gradual emergence from the “Middle Ages” into the “Modern” era. Through focus on a few
selected topics like peasants’ lives, the Renaissance, the Protestant Reformation, the Scientific Revolution, or the emergence of capitalism,
students will gain familiarity with some of the key stories of the early-modern European past, while also developing skill in the basic methods
and purposes of historical inquiry. Course activities will focus on close reading of historical documents, discussion, essay writing, and formal
oral argument. Code 1
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
HIST 131 Modern Europe 1789 to Present 3.00
An introductory course on Europe's tumultuous "modern" era, from the French Revolution to the present. Focus on a few key topics, like the
Liberal revolutions, industrialization, the World Wars, Nazism and totalitarianism, or the efforts to create a European Union, will allow students
both to delve deeply into particular episodes of European history and at the same time to develop skill in the basic methods and purposes of
historical inquiry. Course activities will focus on close readings of historical documents, discussion, essay writing, and formal oral argument.
Code 1
University Studies Requirements:
Humanities - History
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
HIST 151 History of the United States Through 1877 3.00
Examination of a series of questions and controversies in United States history from the European conquest to the Civil War and
Reconstruction. Explores issues such as the nature of the U.S. Constitution, immigration and industrialization, slavery and emancipation.
Provides general education students and majors with an introduction to historical thinking.
University Studies Requirements:
Humanities - History
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
HIST 152 The United States Since 1877 3.00
Examination of a series of questions and controversies in United States history from the late 19th Century through the present. Explores such
issues as labor and social class, race and civil rights, gender and women's rights, the U.S. as global superpower, the Great Depression and
social reform. Provides general education students and majors with an introduction to historical thinking.
University Studies Requirements:
Humanities - History
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
HIST 154 African-American Voices 3.00
Explores the African-American experience over the past two centuries with an emphasis on social and political discourse. The ideas of major
political, literary, cultural and intellectual figures, as well as the content of black folk and popular culture, will be examined in a social and
historical context. Authors include Douglass, DuBois, Hurston, Garvey, King, Malcolm X, and bell hooks. RE.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Humanities - WLCP
Typically Offered:
On-campus: Spring
HIST 181 The Muslim World 3.00
Survey-level course introduces students to a variety of topics about the Muslim world from multidisciplinary perspectives. The time and life of the
prophet Muhammad, the rise of great Islamic empires, Islam and women, the spread of Islam in America and the explosion of Islamic
resurgence and extremism are all topics for consideration. Code 4
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Global Awareness
Humanities - History
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
HIST 189 History Elective 1.00 - 14.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
HIST 223 First Nations History I 3.00
Examination of the history and culture of the First Nations people from pre-contact to 1830 (the era of Removal policy).
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Diversity
Humanities - History
Typically Offered:
HIST 224 First Nations History II 3.00
Examination of the history and culture of the First Nations people from 1830 (the era of Removal policy) to the present.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Humanities - History
Typically Offered:
HIST 256 Introduction to Historical Research and Writing-History of Wisconsin 3.00
Introduction to basic methods of research and writing in the discipline of history using the History of Wisconsin as a subject matter. Required of
all students majoring or minoring in History. Should ordinarily be taken in the sophomore year. Enrollment limited to students majoring or
minoring in History or Social Studies, or by permission of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
HIST 264 War and Peace in Bosnia 3.00
This course is an interdisciplinary examination of various theories of the causes of conflict and conflict resolution within the specific historical
context of the disintegration of Yugoslavia during the 1990s, and particularly the Bosnian was of 1992-95. Using those historical events and the
questions they raise as a test-case, the course will try to come to some general conclusions about the nature and causes of ethnic conflict and
how it differs from interstate conflict; the reasons for and methods of international intervention, including negotiation, arbitration, adjudication,
and mediation; the factors that contribute to the success or failure of various methods of intervention and conflict resolution; the challenges
involved in re-building societies after war; and the long-term prospects for fostering peace, security, justice, and human rights through such
efforts. Code 1. RE.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Even Years Only
HIST 266 War and Peace in Northern Ireland 3.00
This course is an interdisciplinary examination of various theories of the causes of conflict and conflict resolution within the general historical
context of the rise and demise of the British Empire, and particularly the Northern Ireland question. Using those historical events and the
questions they raise as a test-case, the course will try to come to some general conclusions about the nature and causes of ethnic conflict and
how it differs from interstate conflict; the reasons for and methods of international intervention, including negotiation, arbitration, adjudication,
and mediation; the factors that contribute to the success or failure of various methods of intervention and conflict resolution; the challenges
involved in re-building societies after prolonged civil war; and the long-term prospects for fostering peace, security, justice, and human rights
through such efforts. Code 1. RE.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Odd Years Only
HIST 289 History Elective 1.00 - 14.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
HIST 289HH History Elective Humanities-History 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
HIST 289SS History Elective Social Science 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Social Science
Typically Offered:
HIST 289WC History Elective World Language, Culture & Philosophy 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
HIST 301 Study Abroad 0.00 - 6.00
Field trips designed by the Social Inquiry faculty to give students direct experiences in foreign countries. Each program includes preparatory
reading, orientation meetings, a faculty-supervised study tour, and a detailed written evaluation of learning situations associated with the
course. With consent of the relevant program and content adaptation, programs provided by other agencies can be considered for this credit.
Students must obtain approval for taking these courses prior to participation. Otherwise the course may not count. For specific degree
requirements consult your advisor. Course can be repeated only if the content is different. (Regular ongoing topics: War and Peace in Bosnia.)
Code will depend on the specific program.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
HIST 311 The Working Class and the Dream of Equality in Europe 3.00
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Upper-division seminar in the history of radical egalitarian movements in the 19th and 20th centuries, focusing on Europe. Tracing the evolution
of the idea of Equality from the French Revolution, Marxist socialism, Soviet communism, to the minority and student revolts of the 1960s, the
course will seek to understand this history both as a radical intellectual critique of ordinary working people seeking immediate political and
economic benefits. Emphasis will be communication their opinions in formal essays and debates. Code 1
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
HIST 314 Nationalism and Nationalist Movements 3.00
Upper-division seminar on the phenomenon of nationalism and its roles in the history of modern Europe and the modern world. One of the two
main foci is on in-depth examination of key nationalist movements in European history like the Irish, German, and Servian. These case studies
are paired with an examination of the evolution of Western social scientists; attempts to understand the nature of the phenomenon, from
political-intellectual to sociological and anthropological perspectives. Primary emphasis will be placed on students' developing the ability to
understand and use academic theories in explaining actual historical events. Code 1. RE.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
HIST 317 Men and Women in Nazi Germany 3.00
In this upper-division examination of the nature of Nazi society and Fascism more generally, the central focus will be on gender--the images of
and attitudes towards masculinity and femininity, and alternative sexualities, in the Third Reich. Changes in the role afforded to men and
women, and in beliefs about what it means to be male and female, were at the very center of the revolutionary changes that constituted the shift
to the "Modern Era." In seeking to understand Fascist attitudes toward gender, therefore, the course is seeking to understand not some
peripheral aspect of Nazi society, but its very core, the very essence of modern democracy and its nemesis, Fascism. Much attention will be
focused on developing skill in understanding and interpreting films and other visual artifacts and how they reveal ideals and assumptions about
gender. Cross-listed as HIST/GST 317. Code 1. G.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
HIST 318 The Holocaust in Modern Memory 3.00
The Holocaust, which ended more than 70 years ago, has never been more present than it is today, exercising a hold on the imagination,
especially in the United States and Western Europe, more powerful even than in the immediate aftermath of the war. But why should that be
true? Why is it that the social memory of this particular event should have such power over generations so far removed in both time and
space--particularly when other episodes of genocidal violence, similar in scale and historical importance--play almost no role in our collective
memories and consciousness? This upper-division seminar focuses attention on those questions by examining the history of the memory of the
Holocaust: how it is remembered; what is remembered and what is forgotten; how the memories are shaped; and to what uses they are put.
Close readings of survivor memoirs and historical interpretations, and visual analyses of films and monuments will help students learn to
critique the ways in which all "history" is socially constructed. Code 1. RE.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
HIST 321 The Sixties 3.00
Examines the interlocking series of social and political crises that erupted in the United States in the 1960s. Topics include: civil rights and black
power, urban unrest, the Vietnam War and the anti-war movement, the youth rebellion, the rebirth of feminism, and the conservative backlash.
Studies the underlying causes of upheaval as well as the decade's legacy. The course emphasizes the analysis and interpretation of primary
historical sources.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
HIST 322 The Construction of Gender in the United States 3.00
An examination of gender and sexual identities and roles in the United States from colonial times through the present. Explores the evolution of
these roles and identities and the social, economic, and political forces that shape them. Cross-listed as HIST/GST 322. G.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
HIST 324 First Nations Wisconsin History 3.00
History of the native peoples of Wisconsin from prehistoric times to the present. Major emphasis on the six federally recognized tribes in
Wisconsin. Cross-listed as FNS/HIST 324.
Typically Offered:
HIST 330 Envisioning World History 3.00
An exploration of different approaches to the study of World History. Students will look at major issues and controversies in the field of World
History and delve into these issues and controversies through an examination of concrete case studies. Normally taken in the junior year.
Required for all students majoring or minoring in History.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
HIST 333 The History of Indigenous Peoples 3.00
A course on a global history of Indigenous Peoples which will explore the history of conquered and marginalized societies in a world systems
context. The course examines their loss of economic resources, environmental security, cultural, linguistic and political sovereignty and their
strategies for survival and reemergence as re-empowered peoples. Examples from many regions of the world with many films. Examples may
change but the learning goals remain the same. Cross-listed as ANTH/FNS/HIST 333. Code 4. RE.
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University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Odd Years Only
HIST 363 Civil War and Reconstruction 3.00
Examination of the American Civil War and its aftermath emphasizing social and political history. Organized around three main questions: Why
did civil war erupt in the United States in 1861? What effect did the wartime experience have on American society? What was at stake in the
struggles of the Reconstruction period?
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
HIST 368 Cultures of Mesoamerica 3.00
Investigates current and past cultures of Mesoamerica (located in present-day Mexico, Guatemala, and neighboring areas), both past and
present, and their transformations and influence across time and borders. Employs archaeological, historical, and ethnographic data in a
lecture, readings, film and discussion format. Cross-listed as ANTH/HIST/FNS 368. ANTH 101 highly recommended. Code 2.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
HIST 369 The Shadow Of Mexican Revolution 3.00
Examines the revolution of 1910-1920 and its legacy with particular emphasis upon the ways in which the culture, politics, and society of
twentieth-century Mexico evolved in the revolution's shadow. Particular attention is paid to the interrelated development of the state and the
nation in modern Mexico. Includes significant attention to art and literature as historical sources. Code 3.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
HIST 385 Samurai: A History of Japan 3.00
This upper-division course traces the history of Japan through the development of the samurai as a distinct social group over the last
millennium. We will focus on the formation of a distinctive Japanese culture and identity through its initial interaction with cultures inhabiting
present-day Korea and China; its borrowing and adaptation of political, economic, social, linguistic, religious and educational elements from
China and Korea; and the repeated opening and closing of Japan to the outside world over the course of several centuries. We will also look at
Japan’s contact with the West, beginning with Dutch traders, the encounter with Commodore Perry’s US naval fleet of Black Ships, and the
conflict with the Allies (principally the US) during WWII. We will examine these issues through the lens of samurai culture: exploring the myths
and reality of samurais as warriors and bureaucrats, their professional and family lives, and their symbolic meaning within Japanese and
popular culture; and so on. We will also consider whether this samurai/Japanese ethos is culturally and geographically specific, or transferable.
This seminar-style course uses first person accounts; tales, fables and histories; scholarly articles; and films (not just the great Kurosawa epics,
but also lesser-known accounts by Mizoguchi Kenji, Inagaki Hiroshi, Jim Jarmusch, Hirayama, Oshima, Yamada and others). Code 3
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
HIST 389 History Elective 1.00 - 99.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
HIST 393 Women, Colonialism, and Nationalism in Modern Southeast Asia 3.00
This upper-division seminar examines the role women played in Southeast Asian history from the 19th century till the present, specifically as the
region confronted the challenges of colonialism and post-colonial nation-building. Among key issues covered are (1) the encounter between
Western guns and local political systems; (2) race and racism (or, why the other group is always a barbarian); (3) how Southeast Asia became
“modern”; (4) decolonization and/or revolution; (4) political, economic and religious challenges in post-colonial nationalism; (5) the intimate and
everyday lives of Southeast Asians; and so on. We will work through these themes through the lens of the role of women and women’s groups,
examining Western tourists, governesses and wives; sex, prostitution and the control of VD; colonial-era marriage with “white guys” and the
biracial children; Islam and women; and post-colonial women political leaders. We will examine these issues within the framework of the
political, social, economic and cultural interactions between Britain, France, Holland, the United States of America, China, Japan, Malaysia,
Singapore, Vietnam, Thailand, Indonesia, and Myanmar/Burma. In addition to reading a selection of secondary and primary materials, including
poems, biographies, memoirs, and histories, students will also watch music videos and films to understand and analyze the issues. Cross-listed
as HIST/GST 393. Code 3. G.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
HIST 394 Interrogating the Vietnam War: A History of Modern Vietnam (1885-1975) 3.00
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When we think of the Vietnam War, we think of a critical period in 20th century American history: the swinging 60s, napalm bombs, mysterious
Viet Cong fighters, campus protests, the peace movement, and America’s defeat. We may even think of Tom Cruise in Born on the Fourth of
July, or that famous picture of desperate people climbing up the ladder to a helicopter on the roof of the US embassy. But there is another side
to the war: the “Vietnam” side. This course explores the conflict from that other side. To understand why the Vietnamese took up arms, we
examine roughly a century of history beginning with the complete loss of independence to the French in the 1880s and ending with the
reunification of the country in 1975. We explore why the Vietnamese resented the French, how young Vietnamese broke with their centuries-long
traditions and radicalized, how women found opportunities in a new modernity, how Ho Chi Minh made several efforts to ally with America (and
why the US said “No”), and how, ultimately, the US got drawn into a war it had little understanding of. Along the way, we will explore the
changing nature of what it means to be Vietnamese on a personal, social and national level, as Vietnamese of different ethnic, class, gender
and educational groups, from various geographic areas, confront new forces that re-shape their identities. We will read a mixture of primary and
secondary materials, including films, memoirs, recollections, newspaper articles and autobiographies by Vietnamese participants. Code 3.
RE.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
HIST 395 Modern India: From Gandhi to Slumdog Millionaire 3.00
This course examines the impact of colonialism on the Indian subcontinent and on the formation of the modern India. We will also explore
contemporary post-colonial themes such as the urbanization of India, the question of Indian-ness in the face of a growing and prosperous global
Indian diaspora (or, why there is an Indian restaurant in just about any town in the US). This course is mainly conducted as a seminar in which
students take the lead in presenting and discussing the material. The aim is not just to foster a higher level of critical reading, writing, thinking
and speaking, but to also refine professional work habits. Code 3. RE.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
HIST 489 History Elective 1.00 - 99.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
HIST 489SS History Elective Social Science 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Social Science
Typically Offered:
HIST 489WC History Elective World Languages, Culture & Philosophy 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
HIST 490 Public History Internship 3.00
A structured field experience. Students provide 150 hours of museum, archival, or other public history work to a local organization. Students
receive training and experience under the supervision of a public history professional. Permission of a supervising faculty member required.
See the History Program coordinator for information. No Code
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
HIST 495 Special and Student Initiated Seminar 1.00 - 3.00
This department offers a specially designed seminar or student-initiated seminar when interest warrants. In certain circumstances this course
can be adapted to serve as the capstone experience. For further information see Special or Student-Initiated Seminar in the index of this
catalog. Code will depend on topic selected.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
HIST 496 Historiographical Research Theories and Methodologies 3.00
Advanced seminar in current methodological and historiographical debates and trends in the historical profession. Introduces students both to
the ways in which the writing of history has evolved and changed over time, and to the wide variety of theories and methods that dominate
approaches to historical research and writing today. Through focused readings and discussions, students learn to recognize and critically
evaluate the underlying assumptions, starting questions, methodologies and theoretical models at work in some of the most important historical
debates of the past few decades. Individual historiographical research projects serve as the first step toward the students' primary research for
their senior theses in HIST 497. Required of all History majors, and ordinarily taken in the fall of a student’s senior year.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of 6 credits of History at the 300-level or above, or with instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
HIST 497 Senior Thesis 3.00
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Guided research on a selected historical topic resulting in a thesis paper. Working closely with history faculty, students move beyond
engagement with the existing secondary literature on their topic to conduct their own primary research and arrive at their own findings and
argument. Individual work in cooperation with a faculty thesis advisor will be balanced with collaborative discussions among all students writing
theses. The capstone will be a mini-conference in which each student presents her or his research findings to peers and guests.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of HIST 496.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
HIST 498 Study Abroad 1.00 - 5.00
Field trips designed to give students direct experiences in foreign countries. Each program includes preparatory reading, orientation meetings, a
faculty-supervised study tour, and a detailed written evaluation of learning situations associated with the instructor. With consent of the
department chair and content adaptation, programs provided by other agencies can be considered for this credit. Code depends on region
visited.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
HIST 499 Independent Study 1.00 - 3.00
For advanced students majoring or minoring in History who have shown themselves capable of independent work. Each student is directed by a
faculty member chosen by the student. Prerequisite: Approval of the department chair. Code will depend on topic selected.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
PHIL - Philosophy
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
PHIL 151 Introduction To Philosophy 3.00
Philosophy concerns some of the most fundamental questions: Why do human beings exist? Does everything have a cause? Can you think
without language? What does it mean to live a good life? What is the nature of freedom? Are humans truly free? We will consider these
questions and more through exploring perspectives from around the globe, from the ancient to the contemporary.
University Studies Requirements:
Humanities - WLCP
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
PHIL 160 Philosophy and Film 3.00
In this course we will view films with philosophical themes and pair them with readings that help us to consider those themes more deeply.
Readings will be at the introductory level; and films will include everything from the artsy to the absurd.
University Studies Requirements:
Humanities - WLCP
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
PHIL 189 Philosophy Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
PHIL 211 Contemporary Moral Problems 3.00
Are all acts inherently selfish? Should everyone follow the same moral laws? Do we need God to tell us how to behave? Why should we be
good and what does that even mean? Should all living creatures be treated equally? In this course we will entertain questions like these as we
apply moral theories to a selection of contemporary issues (for example, human rights, environmental ethics, the global sex trade, the death
penalty). A key concern will be our ethical responsibilities in the diverse contemporary global theater. Offered on-line only.
University Studies Requirements:
Humanities - WLCP
Typically Offered:
PHIL 212 Critical Thinking 3.00
The central objective of this course is to help students understand a diverse array of critical thinking styles. This course emphasizes that the
type of thinking one applies depends heavily on one’s objective, cultural context, and personal style. These goals will be addressed through a
series of modules, each one demonstrating different methods of engaging with ideas to determine their value, falsity, and/or truth. Students will
be exposed to methods of reasoning in a variety of historical and cultural contexts. Students will be required: to reflect on their own
decision-making process; to identify, evaluate and apply diverse perspectives; to connect and contrast different worldviews; and understand the
historical sources of, and to demonstrate openness to, dissimilar worldviews.
University Studies Requirements:
Humanities - WLCP
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
PHIL 255 Environmental Ethics 3.00
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This course explores different ethical and philosophical approaches to human-environment relations, and their implications for long-term
ecological sustainability. Topics include wilderness, climate ethics and politics, food ethics, individual vs. collective action, indigenous
relationships to the land, pets, and consumption.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
PHIL 262 Introduction to Political Thought 3.00
This course exposes students to some of the classic pieces in this field of political theory and teaches them how to work with theoretical and
philosophical texts that continue to shape, inform, and challenge the analysis of current political phenomena today. Through these texts, the
course introduces questions about the nature of human beings, the roots of government authority, the best regime, and the circumstances of
legitimate revolution as well as ideals such as liberty, equality, rights, and justice. Cross-listed as PHIL/POLS 262.
University Studies Requirements:
Humanities - WLCP
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
PHIL 289 Philosophy Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
PHIL 289ES Philosophy Elective: Environmental Science UST 1.00 - 12.00
Philosophy Elective: Environmental Science UST
University Studies Requirements:
Natural Sciences - Environment
Typically Offered:
PHIL 289GA Philosophy Elective Global Awareness 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
PHIL 289SS Philosophy Elective Social Science 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
PHIL 301 Study Abroad 0.00 - 6.00
Field trips designed by the department faculty to give students direct experiences in foreign countries. Each program includes preparatory
reading, orientation meetings, a faculty-supervised study tour, and a detailed written evaluation of learning situations associated with the
course. With consent of the relevant program and content adaptation, programs provided by other agencies can be considered for this credit.
Students must obtain approval for taking these courses prior to participation. Otherwise the course may not count. Also, for specific degree
requirements, please consult your advisor. Course can be repeated only if the content is different.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
PHIL 330 Social Justice 3.00
Students will investigate what it means to be concerned with social justice, and how to motivate oneself and others to make desired social
change. Central concerns will include: identifying and addressing inequalities of power, self-reflection regarding one’s social location,
non-hierarchical organizations, and recognizing the value of diversity. This course will be relevant to those with interests in a variety of careers
including: education, social work, non-profits, government, and community activism.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
PHIL 340 Enlightenment, Freedom and Alienation (19th Century Philosophy) 3.00
In this course we will read philosophers who are concerned with our liberation from inherited, imprisoning belief systems. As such, special
attention will be given to the philosophical question of freedom, its limits, and its use as a basis for rationality, morality, and politics. This course
will focus primarily on philosophers from the Enlightenment (Kant) through German Idealism (Hegel) Schelling, Kierkegaard, Nietzsche, Marx
and Husserl.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of any 100 or 200 level PHIL course or POLS 262, or instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
PHIL 350 The Self-Unconcealed (20th Century Philosophy) 3.00
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"Know thyself" seems like good advice. But what does it mean to know yourself? Aren't some aspects of ourselves hidden from us? Do others
know us in ways that we can never know ourselves? This course is an exploration of (mostly 20th Century Continental) philosophers notions of
the self/subjectivity. Interestingly, they consider the self as something fundamentally concealed/hidden/absent from oneself. Our ongoing
question will be; how can we have any self-knowledge in light of these ideas? Philosophers we will consider may include: Husserl, Sartre,
Levinas, and Derrida.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of any 100 or 200 level PHIL course or consent of instructor.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
PHIL 351 Selected Topics 3.00
In-depth study of a particular problem, philosopher or period of current interest. May be repeated for up to nine credits provided topics are
different.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
PHIL 365 Philosophy of Love and Sex 3.00
In this course we will begin with the assumption that love and sex cannot be reduced to "a commotion of one's anatomy." Instead we will
consider them as two of the most meaningful aspects of human existence, as our most intimate and profound ways of relating to others and to
ourselves. Cross-listed as PHIL/GST 365.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
PHIL 389 Philosophy Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
PHIL 459 Philosophies of Pregnancy, Childbirth and Mothering 3.00
This course will explore pregnancy, childbirth, and mothering from two perspectives-the embodied experience of women and its political-social
context. We will consider how women's firsthand experiences of motherhood are responses to a broader social milieu. This approach will enable
us to think about a variety of philosophical themes and questions with regard to our topic including: philosophical method, embodiment, sex and
gender, the origins of ethics, moral obligation, virtue, moral luck, intersubjectivity, and oppression. Cross-listed as PHIL/GST 459.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
PHIL 489 Philosophy Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
PHIL 489ES Philosophy Elective: Environmental Science UST 1.00 - 12.00
Philosophy Elective: Environmental Science UST
University Studies Requirements:
Natural Sciences - Environment
Typically Offered:
PHIL 489GA Philosophy Elective Global Awareness 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
PHIL 490 Independent Study 1.00 - 3.00
Individually supervised reading and study of a topic or problem of student interest. A paper is required.
Prerequisites:
Consent of cooperating Instructor and Department Chair.
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
PLI - Public Leadership & Innovation
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
PLI 102 Introduction to Public Leadership and Innovation 3.00
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Examines how students can become advocates for social change in their own communities. Students are encouraged to identify their own
issue, examine the history of the issue, research potential solutions and choose a course of action. Once students learn who decides and how
decisions are made at the local, state, national and global levels, they must formulate how they want to participate in the political process and
influence the outcome. Meets DPI requirement.
University Studies Requirements:
Social Science
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
PLI 350 Civic Intervention I: Investigation and Analysis 3.00
The course explores the complexities of policy-making and social change processes, from the perspective of specific potential civic
interventions. The course introduces students to the skills and knowledge necessary to identify local and community challenges, analyze
existing policies and organizations focused on addressing these challenges, and evaluate the effectiveness of existing policies or programs. In
order to do so, the first half of the course is structured as a seminar, which prepares students to the second part of the course, in which they
conduct their own analysis of one current community challenge. This course is the first in a 2-course sequence.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
PLI 366 Methods of Practice: Macro Skills 3.00
This course emphasizes social work macro practice at the agency and community levels. Course focuses on 1) conscious use of self and ethics
in macro practice; 2) organizational development, facilitation, scenario planning, administration and supervision.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
PLI 450 Civic Intervention II: Designing Solutions 3.00
The aim of this course is to research and write a senior thesis, which will focus on designing a concrete plan for civic intervention. Building on
the knowledge and skills gained during their studies, students will continue working on the community challenge they identified in PLI 350. After
mapping and analyzing existing organizations, policies and programs that aim to address this challenge in the community, students will use
evaluations these programs and will design their own concrete plan to address this identified challenge. A seminar will be incorporated in part
of the course for students to share and discuss their research and intervention plans. Students will also present their intervention plans to
relevant stakeholders and community partners. This is the second in a 2-course sequence.
Prerequisites:
Completion of PLI 350 Prerequisite
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
PLI 485 Internship 3.00
The Internship provides a structured and focused field experience in a public agency, a non-governmental or non-profit organization, or a
political campaign. Students will be assigned duties in various agencies, as well as regular meetings in an on-campus seminar (either in person
or via Zoom) to discuss on-site experiences. Required for the PLI major. Instructor consent is required to enroll in this course.
Prerequisites:
Must complete Capstone Sequence PLI 350 and PLI 450
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
POLS - Political Science
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
POLS 100 Introduction to Political Science 3.00
Politics is often perceived as cynical and subsidiary from the normative interaction of society. But what is politics? What is the role of politics in
society? What is the relationship between politics and government? To what extent does politics influence human relations and the ways in
which government and its institutions function? The course will examine these questions by focusing on one topic each semester. Each of these
topics--such as the concept of borders, citizenship, globalization, immigration, etc.--represents a central debate in politics, and introduces some
of the current concerns in our world today.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Social Science
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
POLS 101 Introduction to Comparative Politics 3.00
The recent history of Afghanistan has highlighted the complexities of national and state building. This course explores these two terms and what
they mean. Is there a single universal definition and a singular path to modernity or are there multiple definitions and pathways to modernity?
The first part of the course will examine the various theories of development with this question in mind. The second part of the course will focus
on one developing country. By concentrating on their development pattern we draw out some lessons about tensions and contradictions that
accompany development.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Humanities - History
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Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
POLS 102 Civic Literacy, Engagement and Education 3.00
: Examines how civic values, dispositions, and practices affect the quality of a democracy, with attention to democratic participation beyond the
ballot box, media literacy, patterns of civic engagement, policy making institutions at the national, state and local levels, creating democratic
institutions and procedures, democracy simulations, and decision-making.
University Studies Requirements:
Social Science
Typically Offered:
POLS 150 Sex, Scandal, and Corruption in U.S. Politics 3.00
This course examines what constitutes a political scandal, why a certain scandal can become ‘viral,’ and investigate the progression of major
scandals throughout American history. Also included is a discussion of the implications for trust and legitimacy, the immediate and long-term
consequences of scandal, and the different responses to corruption used by the executive, legislative, and judicial branches. Through this lens,
students will gain an understanding of the workings of American National Government.
University Studies Requirements:
Social Science
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
POLS 175 The Making of the Modern Global System 3.00
Is another world possible? Could we have inherited a different global order? We examine the pillars of current global order, such as the rise of
capitalism, emergence of state, violence, imperialism, rise and fall of dominant states, and emergence of democratic values and institutions. We
particularly examine how we as individuals interact and help maintain the current global order with an understanding that we can change the
current order for a better order in the future. The second part of the course examines various theories of how to understand the global order
ranging from realism, liberalism, Marxism, to globalization, human security and feminism.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Humanities - History
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
POLS 180 Public Education Politics and Policy 3.00
A study of the importance of public education as a public good and a right; policy making institutions at both the national and state level; and
analysis of the output—public education outcomes with an emphasis on how schools are funded in the US and its implications for present and
future.
University Studies Requirements:
Social Science
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
POLS 189 Political Science Elective 1.00 - 99.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
POLS 230 U.S. National, State and Local Government 3.00
Structure of American government on the national, state and local levels; federalism; behavior patterns of public officials; modes of citizen
participation. Not open to Political Science majors.
University Studies Requirements:
Social Science
Typically Offered:
Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms
POLS 240 Bioterrorism: A Case in Public Policy Making 3.00
What role does government play in preparing for a potential biowarfare/bioterrorist act? Preventing such attacks or outbreaks? This course
reviews the powers of the state to prevent and respond to attacks, including a background in the history, origins, motivations, and techniques
used by terrorists. The course will cover the potential for biowarfare/bioterrorist acts, how destruction is produced, and government
preparedness, response, and recovery from such attacks. Bioterrorism and its various dimensions is the primary focus and thus topics covered
in this class. For most weeks, however, we will ask (and attempt to answer) the question ‘what role does/should government have in addressing
this issue?’
University Studies Requirements:
Social Science
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
POLS 260 Contemporary Issues in American Politics 3.00
Same-sex marriage, welfare reform, stem cell research, urban poverty, the legalization of medical marijuana...these and other contemporary
issues incite tremendous passion among the public, leading to policy debates, disputes over the role of government in American society and
controversial social policy. This course goes beyond the surface-level debates and explores the political and social context of contemporary
political controversies as well as the ramifications of government policies.
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University Studies Requirements:
Social Science
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
POLS 262 Introduction to Political Thought 3.00
This course exposes students to some of the classic pieces in this field of political theory and teaches them how to work with theoretical and
philosophical texts that continue to shape, inform, and challenge the analysis of current political phenomena today. Through these texts, the
course introduces questions about the nature of human beings, the roots of government authority, the best regime, and the circumstances of
legitimate revolution as well as ideals such as liberty, equality, rights, and justice. Cross-listed as PHIL/POLS 262.
University Studies Requirements:
Humanities - WLCP
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
POLS 264 War and Peace in Bosnia 3.00
This course is an interdisciplinary examination of various theories of the causes of conflict and conflict resolution within the specific historical
context of the disintegration of Yugoslavia during the 1990s, and particularly the Bosnian was of 1992-95. Using those historical events and the
questions they raise as a test-case, the course will try to come to some general conclusions about the nature and causes of ethnic conflict and
how it differs from interstate conflict; the reasons for and methods of international intervention, including negotiation, arbitration, adjudication,
and mediation; the factors that contribute to the success or failure of various methods of intervention and conflict resolution; the challenges
involved in re-building societies after war; and the long-term prospects for fostering peace, security, justice, and human rights through such
efforts. Code 1. RE.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Even Years Only
POLS 265 Contemporary Political Thought 3.00
Introduces students to the origin and theoretical background of some of the central debates within political theory. Focus is on topics such as
power and authority, nation-state in a global world, sovereignty and control, gender and identity and human rights. By analyzing and
understanding some of the common underlying assumptions and beliefs about human nature, society, and state, we will learn about the forces
that shape our economic, social and political systems today.
University Studies Requirements:
Humanities - WLCP
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
POLS 266 War and Peace in Northern Ireland 3.00
This course is an interdisciplinary examination of various theories of the causes of conflict and conflict resolution within the general historical
context of the rise and demise of the British Empire, and particularly the Northern Ireland question. Using those historical events and the
questions they raise as a test-case, the course will try to come to some general conclusions about the nature and causes of ethnic conflict and
how it differs from interstate conflict; the reasons for and methods of international intervention, including negotiation, arbitration, adjudication,
and mediation; the factors that contribute to the success or failure of various methods of intervention and conflict resolution; the challenges
involved in re-building societies after prolonged civil war; and the long-term prospects for fostering peace, security, justice, and human rights
through such efforts. Code 1. RE.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Odd Years Only
POLS 289 Political Science Elective 1.00 - 99.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
POLS 299 Wisconsin in Scotland 1.00 - 17.00
Study Abroad
Typically Offered:
POLS 301 Study Abroad 0.00 - 6.00
Field trips designed by the department faculty to give students direct experiences in foreign countries. Each program includes preparatory
reading, orientation meetings, a faculty-supervised study tour, and a detailed written evaluation of learning situations associated with the
course. With consent of the relevant program and content adaptation, programs provided by other agencies can be considered for this credit.
Students must obtain approval for taking these courses prior to participation. Otherwise the course may not count. For specific degree
requirements, consult your advisor. The course can be repeated only if content is different.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
POLS 302 Social Science Research Methods 3.00
The course explores research methods used in social science to study human thoughts, behaviors, interaction, institutions, and populations. The
study of research is meant to provide students with the practical tools of doing social science research, including formulating their own research
questions and developing analytical strategies to evaluate those questions. In addition, the course provides the theoretical background for
reading, evaluating and interpreting existing empirical research.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
POLS 330 U.S. State and Local Government 3.00
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Comparative study of the political behavior and institutions of the state and local governments in the United States; current structural and
functional problems confronting these political systems.
Typically Offered:
Fall or Spring Terms
POLS 345 Theories of War and Peace 3.00
This course examines various political theories in terms of their relevance to the question of war and peace. Specially, how does each theory
define peace (negative or positive) what should be done to preserve and maintain peace; whether war is inevitable; and under what conditions
is it legitimate to resort to war. The following "traditions" will be covered in the course; realism, liberalism, Marxism, globalization, feminism,
post-colonialism, post-colonialism, post-modernism, constructivism, international justice, green, globalization and human security.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
POLS 352 Paths to Peace 3.00
The first part of the course examines how economic, social, political, environmental and legal policies facilitate movement towards peace in a
broad context. The emphasis will be to link policies that enable us to move towards a more just world. The second part of this course examines
various approaches to peace from simple peacekeeping to peacebuilding.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
POLS 353 International Law 3.00
The first part of this course examines how we define human rights by examining the treaties that serve as the foundation of human rights such
as the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights and the International Covenant on Economic,
Social and Cultural Rights. This section also examines the various institutions that have been created to monitor and enforce these treaties
such as the UN Human Rights Council and the European Court of Human Rights. The second part of the course examines the text of various
international treaties that relate to subjects such as war crimes, crimes against humanity, genocide, torture, gender discrimination, racial
discrimination, and refugees. The course will conclude with an evaluation of the emerging institutional framework to better monitor and enforce
these laws, most notably the International Criminal Court.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
POLS 361 Campaigns and Elections 3.00
In a representative democracy, active participation in elections is essential to ensure elected officials remain faithful to constituent interests.
Does this ideal adequately reflect the nature of elections in the current political system? This course is designed to expose students to the
contemporary state of Congressional and Presidential campaigns in the American political system with focus on campaign strategy, the role of
the media and campaign finance. The course also investigates contemporary elections, examining who votes and why, and the mechanics of
the electoral process.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
POLS 364 Environmental Politics & Policy-Making 3.00
This course provides participants understanding of the politics and process of environmental policy-making in the US. The class begins by
examining how environmental issues arrive on the public agenda and the role of political institutions – along with scientists, non-profits, and the
general public – in crafting environmental policy. This, in the effort, to equip participants with a theoretical understanding of the policy-making
process as well as the practical political forces that predominate today. Emphasis is placed on the use – or misuse – of scientific information in
the policy making process. This is intended to provide students an understanding of the various approaches used by governmental and
non-governmental actors in the creation of environmental policy, and the necessary trade-offs actors must make given the constraints of the
system. At the end of the term, students should be able to discuss the circumstances necessary for environmental policy change as well as a
better understanding of the current environmental policies concerning the management of the Great Lakes watershed.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
POLS 372 Power and Resistance 3.00
This course explores the politics of power and resistance. It introduces different concepts of modern and pre-modern power and control, and
examines instances of resistance from around the world, traversing different time periods, geographies, and cultures. Examples range from
peasant revolts to labor movements, feminist struggles to antiwar mobilizations, prisoner uprisings to popular wars. The course inquires into the
social forces involved, what they seek to resist, the methods and goals of resistance, and the reception of this resistance by its purported
audience. This course incorporates theoretical and historical texts as well as visual material and movies.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
POLS 374 Women and Politics 3.00
In the United States, women hold 18% of the seats in the 112th Congress, marking the nation 85th in its level of representation for women.
Globally, women constitute 15% of all members of parliament, although significant regional variation persists. How do gendered hierarchies
continue to shape and structure political systems? Why have women not yet reached parity in elected office? Should women be represented as
women? What difference do women bring to elective office? These and other questions are explored throughout the course, with particular
attention to the historical exclusion of women from the public arena, the methods used by women to enter electoral and activist politics, and the
current political status of women in the United States and globally. Cross-listed as POLS/GST 374.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Typically Offered:
Fall or Spring Terms
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POLS 376 Theories of Human Rights 3.00
This course examines the nature and origin of human rights, as well as the conflicts and debates that result from the different understanding of
the concept. We will explore questions such as; Are human rights individual or collective? Are they universal or should instead be understood as
culturally sensitive? Do they include positive rights or only negative rights? And what about economic and social rights? Providing answers to
these questions will allow us to understand our own political, economic, and social beliefs, as well as approaches that are different from ours. In
order to answer these questions, the course will combine discussions about the concept of human rights with analyses of current cases of
human rights violations around the world, including the origin of these violations, desired changes, politics, and effective actions.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
POLS 381 Theories of Justice 3.00
The course examines the different approaches to the concept of justice, in the attempt to help students develop their own critical thinking about
the topic. The course overviews the leading contemporary conceptions and theories of justice - including utilitarian, libertarian, communitarian,
deliberative-democratic, and feminist theories -, and focuses on the relationship between theories of justice and concepts of liberty and
equality. The aim of this course is to examine the ways in which each of these different approaches to justice provides a different vision for the
political, economic, and social life, and shapes different institutions and values.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
POLS 389 Political Science Elective 1.00 - 99.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
POLS 397 American Conservative Thought 3.00
The political debates between liberalism and conservatism are ardent. However, while these two terms are used freely and are attached to
varied themes, their meaning is uncertain. Hence this class aims to introduce the students to the meaning of American conservatism. While
defining conservatism, students will become familiar with the most relevant topics in the American Conservative Thought. The class introduces
the political and philosophical heritage of conservatism, as well as examines themes that are relevant to contemporary American politics today.
The focus will be on principles of conservatism, not on analyzing policies or proposals. Moreover, aiming to give a balanced view, a variety of
perspectives that support and criticize American Conservatism will be presented.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
POLS 420 Biotechnology Policy and Ethics 3.00
Human reproductive cloning, genetic modification and alteration, personalized genomics, synthetic biology...these are only some of the areas of
inquiry in the life sciences that have attracted public interest for their societal, ethical and policy implications. This course examines the political
and ethical implications of selected areas of biotechnology that are now a part of the contemporary public debate with particular emphasis on
the impact of these technologies on women. Some of the principles examined are legalistic, while others require ethical reasoning evaluating
concepts such as human nature, personhood and autonomy. Key questions considered in this course include: Who benefits from these
biotechnologies? Who are the primary actors engaged in policy creation? How can emerging technologies best be managed to balance
individual freedom and scientific advancement with adequate protections for vulnerable classes? Finally, how do these technologies fit into our
belief systems regarding the desirability of emerging biotechnologies in our individual lives and for society more generally?
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
POLS 456 Feminist Theory and Action 3.00
Seminar course providing a deeper look at feminist thought, building on the introduction provided in GST 150. Through readings and films,
examines conversations, controversies, and connections among a range of feminist thinkers. Students explore the intersections of feminist
thought and action, reading a variety of calls to action and articulating their own. Cross-listed as POLS/GST 456.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of GST 150 or instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
POLS 465 Congress and the Presidency 3.00
How have the contemporary Congress and President changed over the past two hundred years? Are these changes consistent with the intent of
the Founding Fathers? Do we have an imperial Presidency? Why do Americans consistently approve of their member of Congress yet revile
Congress as an institution? This course is designed to explore the historical evolution of the Executive and Legislative branches of government,
while simultaneously considering the intention of the Founding Fathers. The nature of this interbranch relationship is evaluated through
examination of the political parties, elections and the changing electoral and partisan environments.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
POLS 485 Internship 2.00 - 10.00
Structured and focused field experience in a public agency. Students will be assigned duties in various agencies. Prerequisites: Only students
with a Political Science major or minor may enroll in this course. Written consent of the instructor must be obtained before registering for this
course. Since the internship is an independent learning experience involving the cooperation and assistance of an outside agency, students
should notify the instructor in writing of their interest in doing an internship early in the semester before the semester of the actual field
experience.
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Typically Offered:
Fall or Spring Terms
POLS 489 Political Science Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
POLS 494 Global Studies Capstone 0.00
Required culminating senior year project which integrates and synthesizes the student's coursework (theories, concepts, skill competencies)
into a formal project and experience, negotiated with the student's minor advisor and instructor for final consent and approval. Senior capstone
is paired with another course in the minor.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
POLS 497 Student Initiated Seminar 1.00 - 3.00
The program offers a specially designed seminar or student-initiated seminar when there is sufficient interest. For further information, see the
program coordinator.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
POLS 499 Senior Seminar 3.00
Guided research on a selected topic in political science. Each student produces a formal written research paper based on systematic
investigation of the question. Individual work in consultation with a faculty thesis advisor will be balanced with collaborative discussions among
all students writing theses. The capstone will be a public presentation of each student's research findings.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
SOCI - Sociology
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
SOCI 101 Introduction to Sociology 3.00
General introduction to the study of human relationships, group aspects of behavior and social institutions. Considers basic concepts and
theories.
University Studies Requirements:
Social Science
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
SOCI 189 Sociology Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
SOCI 201 Global Social Problems 3.00
Why do such profound socioeconomic differences exist among nations, particularly so-called developed and developing countries? Why do
these differences seem to be permanent? What keeps developing countries from developing? What is the relationship between development
and environmental crisis? In this class, we will explore these questions and more by studying the social relationships behind the production of
everyday things.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Social Science
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
SOCI 210 Sociology of Gender 3.00
Introduces the social construction of sex and gender. It focuses on both local and international materials, with particular attention to gender
inequality in contemporary societies. Intersections with class, race, nation and other social categories are also explored. Cross listed with
SOCI/GST 210.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Social Science
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
SOCI 273 Race and Ethnicity 3.00
Examines the social production of racial and ethnic categories as well as the practices that enact these categories. After examining the
representation of these categories as "natural," the course uses local and global evidence to investigate the institutional and representational
processes that historically create and modify race and ethnicity.
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University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Social Science
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
SOCI 289 Sociology Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
SOCI 289ES Sociology Environmental Science Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Sociology Environmental Science Elective
University Studies Requirements:
Natural Sciences - Environment
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
SOCI 301 Study Abroad 0.00 - 6.00
Field trips designed by the department faculty to give students direct experiences in foreign countries. Each program includes preparatory
reading, orientation meetings, a faculty-supervised study tour, and a detailed written evaluation of learning situations associated with the
course. With consent of the relevant program and content adaptation, programs provided by other agencies can be considered for this credit.
Students must obtain approval for taking these courses prior to participation. Otherwise the course may not count. For specific degree
requirements, consult your advisor. Course can be repeated only if content is different.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of SOCI 101 and instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
SOCI 369 Sociology of Work 3.00
Investigate the meaning, opportunities and conditions of work in relation to social processes and institutions. Special attention will be given to
the impact of global capitalism and corporate dominance on the value of labor, workplace culture and labor organization. Also explores class
implications of work. A research or academic service learning project is expected.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of SOCI 101 is prerequisite for enrolling in this course.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
SOCI 371 Social Theory 3.00
Inquiry into how social factors influence the thought of human beings; major trends and theorists contributing to the rise of sociological thought.
Critically examines the work of classical, progressive, minority, and feminist theorists, looking not only at their conclusions, but also their
assumptions, and their applicability to contemporary issues. Required for all majors and minors. We recommend that majors take this class in
their junior year.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of SOCI 101 and 3 additional credits of Sociology.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
SOCI 389 Sociology Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
SOCI 395 Sociological Research Methods 3.00
Introduction to social science epistemology, the design of research, conduct of research and the analysis of findings. Explores the use of
survey, ethnography, in-depth interview, and archival, symbolic, and statistical analytic tools. This course is a prerequisite for the sociology
capstone (SOCI 498). We recommend that majors take this class in their junior year.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of SOCI 101 is prerequisite for enrolling in this course.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
SOCI 410 Social Movements in Sociological Perspective 3.00
Examines the central features of social movements and their critical role in shaping history. We begin by examining the difference between
social movements, political campaigns, non-profit organizations, and “grassroots” ad campaigns. We then turn to specific examples of how
people have organized for change in the U.S. and abroad, reflecting on the different goals, tactics, and successes of movements throughout
history and today. Students in this course will conduct original sociological research into social movements in the Superior/Duluth region and
should come away with an understanding of the way that everyday people can and have changed the world.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of SOCI 101 or instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
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SOCI 411 Bodies: Sociology of the Flesh 3.00
Examines the role of society in understanding and relating to biology, especially the human body. We tend to think of the body as a “given”, but
in this class we will explore how the body and our relationship to it has changed dramatically over place and time. We will analyze how bodies
are used as grounds for inequality, including not only those rooted in gender but also race, disability, size, and social class. This course also
counts for credit toward the Gender Studies minor. Cross-listed as SOCI/GST 411.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of SOCI 101, GST 210, or instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
SOCI 413 Complex Identities: Global Race, Class, and Gender 3.00
Examines race, class, gender, and other major aspects of social identity as intersecting phenomena, including some of their cousins:
colonialism, patriarchy, marginalization, and racism. We look carefully at the ways each of these systems of power shifts and influences the
others by assuming an intersectional perspective throughout the course. This course has a specifically global emphasis, looking at how
seemingly fixed identities like race change radically in different parts of the globe. This course also counts for credit toward the Gender Studies
minor. Cross-listed as SOCI/GST 413.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of SOCI 101, GST 210, or instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
SOCI 423 Environmental Sociology 3.00
Investigation of the relationship between the natural world and social systems. We will place particular emphasis on the effect of growth-based
economic systems on ecosystems, environmental social movements, and the structural nature of environmental problems and solutions.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of SOCI 101 is prerequisite for enrolling in this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
SOCI 424 Sociology of Education 3.00
Exploration of how primary, secondary, and higher education systems in the United States are influenced by social, political, and economic
factors. We will pay special attention to the role of education in reproducing class, gender, and racial inequality.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of SOCI 101.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
SOCI 425 Environmental Justice and Sustainability 3.00
In this course we will spend the first half of the semester exploring the history and social structure of environmental justice movements. We will
discuss both former and current movements. The second half will consist of a discussion of what constitutes a truly ecologically sustainable
society and the social changes necessary to bring about sustainability.
Prerequisites:
SOCI 101
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
SOCI 427 Sociology of Time 3.00
Examination of the ways in which social activity creates kinds of time, experiences of time, as well as the consequences of social time.
Emphasizes the ways in which institutions and systems of meaning incorporate ways of being into the body. Students explore time-keeping,
calendars, social memory, planning and accounting as a means of understanding how the experiences of past, present and future are created.
Students majoring in other disciplines are welcome.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of SOCI 101 is prerequisite for enrolling in this course.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
SOCI 460 Social Class 3.00
Global examination of systematic social inequality. Core topics include causes, trends and contemporary patterns of social stratification, their
effects upon social life, and philosophical perspectives on inequality.
Prerequisites:
Completion of SOCI 101 is prerequisite for taking this course.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
SOCI 464 Social Change 3.00
Survey of current sociology thinking concerning the nature and causes of global social change with a focus on the breakdown of the post-WWII
compromise and the rise of corporate power. Course counts as a Global Studies Minor elective.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of SOCI 101 is prerequisite for taking this course.
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Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
SOCI 466 Social Psychology-Sociology 3.00
Examines the social production of perception, cognition, emotion and identity with an emphasis on cultural variation and institutional foundations.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of SOCI 101 is prerequisite for enrolling in this course.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
SOCI 489 Sociology Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior.
Typically Offered:
SOCI 489ES Sociology Environmental Science Elective 1.00 - 12.00
Sociology Environmental Science Elective
University Studies Requirements:
Natural Sciences - Environment
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
SOCI 490 Selected Topics in Sociology 3.00
In-depth study of specialized current topics in sociology selected by the instructor. May be repeated for credit when instructor and/or topics are
different.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of SOCI 101 is prerequisite for enrolling in this course.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
SOCI 497 Practice in Applied Sociology 1.00 - 4.00
Integrates and extends classroom learning through a community-based service or work internship. Credit is granted when the student
successfully completes an academic-service/work relationship. The academic component is crucial and credit will not be granted for
service/work alone. For every one (1) credit, three (3) hours of service/work per week is expected.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of SOCI 101 and instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
SOCI 498 Thesis 3.00
Guided research on a selected sociological topic. Each student produces a formal written research paper based on systematic investigation of
sociological question. Individual work in consultation with a faculty thesis advisor will be balanced with collaborative discussions among all
students writing theses. The capstone will be a public presentation of each student's research findings. Required of all Sociology majors.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of 24 credits of Sociology including SOCI 101, SOCI 371, SOCI 395.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
SOCI 499 Independent Study 1.00 - 4.00
Supervised independent study and/or research in Sociology. Requires prior contract with instructor.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of SOCI 101 and instructor consent.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
SSED - Social Studies Education
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
SSED 339 Secondary Methods in Social Studies Education 3.00
General principles and problems of teaching social studies in secondary schools. Emphasis on organizing teaching activities, teaching materials
and resources, and current methodology. Pre-Student Teaching Clinical experience required. A minimum grade of C in this course is required
for all education majors.
Prerequisites:
Admission to the Teacher Education Program and Completion of T ED 300 (C or Better). Teacher Education Non-Academic Test (TB and
Criminal Background Check)
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Selected Spring Terms Only
Social Inquiry Department Contact Information
Social Inquiry Department
University of Wisconsin - Superior
Swenson Hall 3061
Belknap and Catlin Ave.
P.O. Box 2000
Superior, WI 54880
Phone: 715-394-8487
Email:
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Visual Arts
Mission Statement
Faculty and Staff
Majors
Minors
Course Descriptions
Visual Arts Department Contact Information
Mission Statement
The Visual Arts Department at the University of Wisconsin-Superior prepares students to be innovative, reflective, articulate and ethical professionals. Students
develop technical and relational competence, informed aesthetic discernment, and a contextual understanding of contemporary practices with a commitment to
diversity.
Faculty and Staff
For the current faculty and staff listing, please visit the Department website.
Majors
Art Education concentration (comprehensive) requirements
Art Therapy concentration (comprehensive) requirements
Art, Studio Art concentration (Bachelor of Fine Arts) (comprehensive) requirements
Minors
Art Minor requirements
Course Descriptions
ART - Art
Catalog
Nbr.
Course Title/Course Topics Credits
ART 101 Introduction to Art 3.00
(For non-Art majors) Introduction to the field of Visual Art through a studio experience. Includes demonstrations, lectures and critiques planned to
develop an appreciation of art as well as understanding media as a vehicle of expression.
University Studies Requirements:
Fine Arts - Aesthetic
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ART 189 Art Elective 1.00 - 14.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
ART 200 Design Fundamentals 3.00
Research examining the fundamental elements of visual arts design including: formal elements and their interactions, color theory, visual arts
terminology, and analysis of content.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
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ART 202 Professional Practices in Visual Arts 3.00
Introduction to visual arts professional practices, including: scholarly research, image management and usage, discipline-specific writing, career
exploration, portfolio presentation and the use of technology in support of all such practices. Basic computer literacy is expected for completing
research and assignments.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ART 203 Design Topics 3.00
Provides a focused exploration of fine arts beyond core practices including: glass, stained glass, artists' books, non-static art, installation, and
others.
Typically Offered:
On-campus: Select Semesters
ART 205 Drawing 1 3.00
Beginning studies in drawing.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ART 209 Digital Foundations for Visual Arts 3.00
An introductory studio exploration of digital strategies, technology and applications, as applied to visual arts. Suitable for all students interested in
working with digital images.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ART 210 Painting 1 3.00
Introduction to the discipline of painting. Discussions and critiques supplement studio experiences.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: Art 200
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ART 211 Collage 1 3.00
Introduction to the discipline of collage. Emphasis on creating unified visual statements with a variety of forms.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: Art 200
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ART 221 Art History Survey:The Ancient World to the Renaissance 4.00
A study of expression in art and architecture which contribute to the Western cultural tradition.
University Studies Requirements:
Fine Arts - Appreciation
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
ART 222 Art History Survey:Renaissance to Modern Art 4.00
A continuation of ART 221 with emphasis on the changing role of art in Western culture.
University Studies Requirements:
Fine Arts - Appreciation
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
ART 224 Visual Arts in Non-Western Societies 3.00
Study of visual arts in non-western societies including North American Indian/Native American; Mesoamerican; Oceania/Pacific Islands, Asian,
and African cultures.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
ART 240 Printmaking 1 3.00
Introduction to printmaking as a fine art media.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: Art 200
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ART 241 Photography 1 3.00
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Designed to familiarize the student with the art of traditional 35mm film photography. Emphasis is on the fundamentals of camera operation,
black-and-white film development and printing processes, practicing critical evaluation, and understanding the photographic aesthetic.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: Art 200
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ART 260 Sculpture 1 3.00
Introduction to sculpture using multiple processes to explore technical and conceptual aspects of sculpture production.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: Art 200
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ART 270 Ceramics 1 3.00
A beginning ceramics course that primarily explores traditional hand-building techniques. Students will also be introduced to basic clay materials,
clay mixing, and glaze application.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: Art 200
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ART 275 Metalwork 1 3.00
Basic processes, materials and tools in nonferrous metalwork.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: Art 200
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ART 279 Fibers 1 3.00
Topic: Loom Weaving - Interlocking fibers via loom mechanisms; includes experience with fabric structures, fiber characteristics and the effective
use of color. Topic: Off-Loom Fibers - Primary structures through a variety of manipulation techniques; may include primitive forms of weaving,
felting, basketry and dyeing.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: Art 200
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ART 289 Art Elective 1.00 - 99.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
ART 289AE Art Elective Aesthetic Experience 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
ART 289AH Art Elective Art History 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
ART 289DV Art Elective Diversity 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
ART 289GA Art Elective Global Awareness 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
ART 302 Gallery Practices 3.00
An introduction to the principles, theories, and practices of gallery operations and exhibition development. Prerequisite: ART 202 Professional
Practices in Visual Arts
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: Art 202
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ART 305 Drawing 2 3.00
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Intermediate studies in drawing.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: ART 205.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ART 310 Painting 2 3.00
Intermediate studies in painting. Discussions and critiques supplement studio experience.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: ART 210.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ART 311 Collage 2 3.00
Intermediate studies of collage.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: ART 211.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ART 320 Studies in American Art 3.00
American art of the Colonial, 19th or 20th Century period including sculpture, architecture and painting.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ART 323 Medieval Art 3.00
a) Early Christian and Byzantine; b) Medieval; c) Romanesque; d) Gothic: A detailed investigation of the art of the Middle Ages.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ART 325 Renaissance Art 3.00
Italian or Northern European architecture, sculpture and painting from 1250 to 1600.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ART 326 Baroque Art to Romanticism 3.00
The arts in Italy and Northern Europe between 1550 and 1850.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ART 327 Modern Art 4.00
Nineteenth Century, 20th Century, Contemporary or Post-Modern art and architecture and the forces which influenced the period.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite; Art 222
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
ART 329 Women In Art 3.00
Women's expression in painting and sculpture, primarily of the 19th and 20th Centuries.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ART 331 African and African Diaspora Art History 3.00
A survey of art created by people of African descent. Also discussed are some influences of Islam, Western Europe, and the Caribbean regions.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ART 336 Contemporary Movements in the Visual Arts 3.00
Recent movements in painting, sculpture and architecture, with emphasis on the United States and Canada.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ART 340 Printmaking 2 3.00
Intermediate studies in printmaking.
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Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: ART 240.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ART 341 Photography 2 3.00
A sequential continuation of the introductory course emphasizing the exploration of concepts, practicing critical evaluation and dialogue, and
standard museum/archival presentation of photographs. Students have the option of working in digital and/or film.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: ART 241 or 101
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ART 342 Photography History, Theory and Criticism 3.00
Survey of the aesthetic and fundamental technical history of photography as a vital means of artistic expression and communication in North
America and Western Europe from 1827 to 1940.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ART 350 Mindfulness in Art 3.00
Art as a fundamental human activity on an individual and societal level. Studies theories of creativity and issues of cultural and social diversity as
applicable to art therapy.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: declared Art Therapy major and Junior or Senior status & ART 483
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
ART 360 Sculpture 2 3.00
Intermediate studies in sculpture.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisites: ART 260.
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ART 370 Ceramics 2 3.00
An Intermediate course emphasizing the fundamentals of wheel throwing, clay and glaze formulation, as well as loading and firing kilns.
Introduction to historical and contemporary aesthetic issues within ceramics through problem-solving assignments.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: ART 270.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ART 375 Metalwork 2 3.00
Intermediate studies in nonferrous metalwork.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: ART 275
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ART 379 Fibers 2 3.00
Topic-Loom weaving - Interlocking fibers via loom mechanisms; includes experience with fabric structure, fiber characteristics and the effective
use of color. Topic- Off-Loom Fibers - Primary structures through a variety of manipulation techniques; may include primitive forms of weaving,
felting, basketry and dyeing.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: ART 279.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ART 389 Art Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
ART 402 Art Therapy Seminar 3.00
Investigation into topics of diagnosis and treatment in mental health. This course explores therapeutic methods that may be used for diverse
disorders and clinical diagnoses. Current research will be discussed.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: ART 483
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
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ART 404 Issues in Visual Arts 3.00
Advanced study of theoretical frameworks, concepts, contents, and contexts of visual arts. Topic will vary from: the spiritual and the sacred in art,
psychology and philosophy of art, primitivism in contemporary/modern art, cultural politics in art, feminism in art, science and technology in art,
among others.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: ART 327
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ART 405 Drawing: 3 3.00
Advanced studies in drawing.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: ART 305.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ART 410 Painting 3 3.00
Advanced studies exploring the theory and practice of painting. Discussions and critiques supplement studio experiences.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: Art 310
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ART 411 Collage 3 3.00
Advanced studies exploring the theory and practice of mixed media approaches to drawing and painting.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: ART 311
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ART 419 Multi Modal Art Therapy 3.00
An exploration of Multi-Modal healing techniques including Drama, Music, Poetry, and Play Therapy and their application in Art Therapy will be
studied scholastically and experientially. Guest speakers on the topics presented as well as varied techniques as applicable to Art Therapy will be
introduced.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: declared Art Therapy major and Junior or Senior status & ART 483
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
ART 430 Readings in Art History 3.00
Guided individual research on an approved topic. Repeatable up to 12 credits. Instructor Consent.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ART 435 Research in Art 3.00
Topic: Art Education. Students plan and conduct an independent research project in art education. Research may be either basic or applied in
nature. Results of the study will be reported in the style and form required for publication. Prerequisite: Minimum of 20 undergraduate credits in art
and permission of the instructor. Topic: Art Therapy - Research into specific areas and elective topics in art therapy. Instructor Consent
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ART 440 Printmaking 3 3.00
Advanced studies in printmaking.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: ART 340.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ART 441 Photography 3 3.00
Advanced studies in photography concerned with defining a specific direction with a body of work with an emphasis on concept resolution.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: ART 341
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ART 445 Expressive Arts For Change 3.00
Experiential studio course exploring expressive arts process in depth through multiple arts media and techniques. Use the expressive arts as a
tool for social change and personal transformation to contribute to positive change.
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Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: ART 483
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
ART 460 Sculpture 3 3.00
Advanced studies in sculpture.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: ART 360
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ART 470 Ceramics 3 3.00
An advanced course that critically examines ceramic processes and aesthetic issues through extended creative projects developed in consultation
with the instructor. Emphasis on producing a professional, coherent portfolio and supporting visual artists' materials.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: ART 370
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ART 475 Metalwork 3 3.00
Advanced studies in nonferrous metalwork.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: ART 375
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ART 479 Fibers 3 3.00
Topic: Loom Weaving - Interlocking fibers via loom mechanisms; includes experience with fabric structure, fiber characteristics and the effective
use of color. Topic: Off-Loom Fibers - Primary structures through a variety of manipulation techniques; may include primitive forms of weaving,
felting, basketry and dyeing. Emphasis on expression.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: ART 379.
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ART 483 Art Therapy Fundamentals 3.00
Survey of the origins, history, and theoretical objectives and trends in art therapy. Covers ethical, legal issues, and standards of good practice.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
ART 484 The Development of Creative Functioning 3.00
Study of the creative individual; exploration of research related to creativity; techniques for promoting creative thinking and problem-solving in
educational, clinical and business environments.
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Only
ART 485 Art Therapy Techniques 3.00
Theoretical approaches and techniques used in art therapy. Students learn to develop and apply art therapy assessments.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: declared Art Therapy major and Junior or Senior status & ART 483
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
ART 489 Art Elective 1.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
ART 489AE Art Elective Aesthetic Experience 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
ART 489AH Art Elective Art History 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
ART 489DV Art Elective Diversity 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
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ART 489GA Art Elective Global Awareness 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
ART 491 Visual Arts Capstone 0.00
Required of all Visual Arts majors during their year of anticipated graduation. By participating in this course, each student's work will be publicly
presented to the UW-Superior and greater UW-Superior community. Includes portfolio development and/or exhibition requirements. Must be
taken Pass-Fail.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: Art 302. Senior Standing required.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
ART 495 Advanced Art Studio 1.00 - 12.00
Open only to advanced Art students who wish to pursue an individual art problem in any medium of their choosing. The student must take the
responsibility of choosing a problem, outlining a plan of study to be submitted to the instructor at registration. The student works informally in
co-operation with the instructor, who guides and evaluates in relation to the objective set forth. Instructor Consent
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ART 497 Art Field Study 1.00 - 3.00
By special arrangement with a department faculty member the student may enroll in an independent study project which may entail travel or the
use of resources to be found in the immediate region. Documentation will be required. Instructor Consent
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ART 498 Practicum 1.00 - 7.00
Supervised experience providing practical application in specific disciplines. Integration of the competencies of the individualized focus in contract
form. Topics: Art Education, Art Therapy, Gallery. Instructor Consent
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ARTED - Art Education
Catalog
Nbr.
Course Title/Course Topics Credits
ARTED 189 Art Education Elective 0.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
ARTED 289 Art Education Elective 0.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
ARTED 335 Teaching Art in the Elementary Grades 3.00
Provides a background in art education, children's artistic development, and program planning and evaluation in art for the elementary school
child. Includes the development of lessons and units in art This course includes a Pre-Student Teaching Clinical Experience in grades K-2.
Prerequisites:
Junior Status & Admittance to Teacher Education program
Typically Offered:
Fall and Spring Terms
ARTED 339 Teaching Art in Secondary Schools 3.00
The development of discipline based art curricula, art media and instructional materials, teaching methods, and evaluation strategies for junior
and senior high school art programs. This course includes a Pre-Student Teaching Clinical Experience in grades 9-12
Prerequisites:
Junior Status & Admittance to Teacher Education program
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
ARTED 389 Art Education Elective 0.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
ARTED 481 Adaptive Art for the Classroom 3.00
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Exploration of art concepts, media, and processes with adaptation for the mainstreamed student with special educational needs. A study of
characteristics of students with behavior and/or learning disorders, cognitive delay, and physical handicap. This course includes a Pre-Student
Teaching Clinical Experience in grades 6-8.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite:admission to the Teacher Education Program.
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Every Other Year
ARTED 482 Art Education for the Gifted and Talented 3.00
Study of current guidelines, trends, and program options that address the special educational needs of gifted and talented students. Areas of
emphasis include: student characteristics, art work characteristics, identification procedures, and curriculum models.
Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: Junior Status and Admission to the Teacher Education Program
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
ARTED 489 Art Education Elective 0.00 - 9.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course.
Typically Offered:
Visual Arts Department Contact Information
Visual Arts Department
University of Wisconsin - Superior
Holden Fine and Applied Arts Center 3101
Belknap and Catlin Ave.
P.O. Box 2000
Superior, WI 54880
Phone: 715-394-8391
Email:
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World Languages, Literatures and Cultures
Mission Statement
Faculty and Staff
Majors
Minors
Course Descriptions
World Languages, Literatures, and Cultures Department Contact Information
Mission Statement
The World Languages, Literatures, and Cultures Departments promotes critical thinking, reading, and writing; oral, listening, and cultural competencies; and
strategies for literacy, teaching, and learning across diverse languages, literatures, and cultures within a liberal arts tradition.
Faculty and Staff
Fezzey, Hilary - Associate Professor, English
Kropid, Wendy - Professor, English Education
Pucheu, Jeanette - Associate Professor, Spanish
Reiff, Raychel - Professor, English
Sloboda, Nicholas - Professor, English
Majors
English Major Requirements
English - Secondary Education Major Requirements
Broad Field Language Arts Secondary Education Major
Minors
English Minor Requirements
English Minor - Secondary Education Requirements (EA-A, grades 4 - 12)
Spanish Minor Requirements
Spanish Teacher Certification (Ages 6-13/10-21, grades k-12) Minor Requirements
Course Descriptions
ENGED - English Education
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
ENGED 339 Teaching High School English 3.00
Methods of English instruction in the senior high schools; the use of literature, mass media, and other aids in developing skills in listening,
speaking, writing, and reading. Includes developing/teaching lessons in a high school English/Language Arts classroom.
Prerequisites:
Admission to Teacher Education Program or consent of instructor, completion of 12 credits of English courses, and cumulative GPA of 3.0
or better.
Typically Offered:
Every Third Term Beg. Fall 12
ENGED 464 Developing Literacy Grades 4-12 3.00
Study of the design and implementation of language arts curricula and instruction in grades 4-12. Emphasis is on language development (oral
and written) and literacy from the 4 -12 grades and developmental instruction, focusing on creating strategic lifelong readers and writers.
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Prerequisites:
Completion of ENGED 370 and Admission to the Teacher Education Program. Teacher Education Non-Academic Test (TB and Criminal
Background Check)
Typically Offered:
Spring Term Only
ENGL - English
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
ENGL 229 Literature by Women 3.00
Survey of British and American women's literature from the Middle Ages to the Contemporary Period. Women's literature across cultures,
genres, and time periods.
University Studies Requirements:
Diversity
Humanities - Literature
Typically Offered:
Fall Term Every Other Year
ENGL 289ES English Elective Environmental Studies 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Natural Sciences - Environment
Typically Offered:
ENGL 289WC English Elective World Language, Culture & Philosophy 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Humanities - WLCP
Typically Offered:
Every Fall and Odd Spring Term
ENGL 489ES English Elective Environmental Studies 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Natural Sciences - Environment
Typically Offered:
ENGL 489WC English Elective World Language, Culture & Philosophy 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Humanities - WLCP
Typically Offered:
SPAN - Spanish
Catalog Nbr. Course Title/Course Topics Credits
SPAN 289HL Spanish Elective Humanities Literature 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Humanities - Literature
Typically Offered:
SPAN 489DV Spanish Elective Diversity 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
Typically Offered:
SPAN 489GA Spanish Elective Global Awareness 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Global Awareness
Typically Offered:
SPAN 489HH Spanish Elective Humanities History 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
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University Studies Requirements:
Humanities - History
Typically Offered:
SPAN 489HL Spanish Elective Humanities Literature 1.00 - 12.00
Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-S course.
University Studies Requirements:
Humanities - Literature
Typically Offered:
World Languages, Literatures, and Cultures Department Contact
Information
World Languages, Literatures, and Cultures Department
University of Wisconsin - Superior
Swenson Hall 3061
Belknap and Catlin Ave.
P.O. Box 2000
Superior, WI 54880
Phone: 715-394-8195
Email:
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Writing and Library Science
Mission Statement
Faculty and Staff
Additional Offerings
Majors
Minors
Course Descriptions
Writing and Library Science Department Contact Information
Mission Statement
The Writing and Library Science Department supports the University of Wisconsin-Superior's liberal arts mission by promoting literacy across disciplines. In
doing so, the Department refines skills in reading, writing, listening, speaking, viewing, and thinking (both critical and creative) for both native and non-native
speakers of English.
Faculty and Staff
Faculty
Julie Gard, Associate Professor
Jayson Iwen, Associate Professor
Laura Jacobs, Professor
Daniel Lawrence, Assistant Professor
Yvonne Rutford, Associate Professor
Jamie White-Farnham, Associate Professor
Academic Staff
Deborah Faul, Senior Lecturer
Elizabeth Grbavcich, Senior Lecturer
John McCormick, Senior Lecturer
Heather McGrew, Senior Lecturer
Kate Nolin-Smith, Senior Lecturer
Additional Offerings
University Studies Core Requirement: First-Year Writing
Majors
Writing Major Requirements
Minors
Writing Minor Requirements
Course Descriptions
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WRIT - Writing
Catalog
Nbr.
Course Title/Course Topics Credits
WRIT 280 Writing on Illness 3.00
Study and practice of the craft of four main genres of creative writing (poetry, drama, fiction, and nonfiction), with emphasis on the themes of illness
and healthcare; development of a writing process and writerly identity; group discussions of student writing.
University Studies Requirements:
Fine Arts - Aesthetic
Typically Offered:
Occasional by Demand
Writing and Library Science Department Contact Information
Writing and Library Science Department
University of Wisconsin - Superior
Swenson Hall 3061
Belknap and Catlin Ave.
P.O. Box 2000
Superior, WI 54880
Phone: 715-394-8195
Email:
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Academic Areas
Center for Continuing Education
First Year Seminar Courses
High Impact Practices
Research
University Studies
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Center for Continuing Education
Center for Continuing Education
Certificate Programs
Human Resource Generalist Certificate Program
Mediation Certificate Program
Paralegal Certificate Program
Criminal Justice Paralegal Certificate Program
Certificate in Ethical Leadership Program
Leadership Superior/Douglas County
Small Business Development Center
Conferences, Workshops and Other Non-Credit Professional Development Programming
Enrolling in Continuing Education Credit Programming
Center for Continuing Education
Vision
Our vision is that northwestern Wisconsin is a thriving community with opportunity for all.
Mission
The Center for Continuing Education at the University of Wisconsin-Superior, provides educational programming to meet the needs of lifelong learners in
northwestern Wisconsin.
At the Center for Continuing Education, we are dedicated to working with our community to serve our community. Our community members are the people who
live, work, and learn in northwestern Wisconsin. We serve students, professionals, small businesses, leaders, and all lifelong learners through academic and
professional development programs. We work with community members, partners, and the University of Wisconsin-Superior to provide relevant and accessible
programs.
We want our northwestern Wisconsin community to have the full range of lifelong learning programs it needs so that our community members can grow
personally and professionally. We believe our work can help the community realize a good quality of life, retain a quality workforce, and provide opportunity for
all its members.
Certificate Programs
Human Resource Generalist Certificate Program
This program is geared to HR professionals and students who wish to gain foundational knowledge and skills in the field of human resources. The
certificate consists of workshops totaling 48 hours of training. Participants seeking academic credit may register for BUS 499, Human Resources
Generalist. Participants may complete the program in one year or two. For more information, call 715-394-8469 .
Mediation Certificate Program
The certificate program includes a total of 6 semester credits consisting of 3 required courses. Courses may also be taken on a noncredit basis. View the
requirements for the Mediation Certificate in the certificate section of this catalog.
Upon completion of the Mediation Certificate, participants will be able to:
Demonstrate an understanding of ethics and ethical issues in mediation.
Demonstrate an understanding of domestic abuse issues, including definition of battery and types of power imbalances; domestic abuse
screening that includes simulation and role-plays; and, legal issues related to domestic abuse cases.
Demonstrate an understanding of conflict resolution and mediation theory, components of the mediation process, mediator conduct, and the
rules, statutes and practices governing mediation.
Demonstrate an understanding of psychological issues related to separation, divorce and family dynamics; issues and needs of children in
divorce; family law; and, family economics.
Demonstrate mediation skills and techniques through experiential learning and role-plays.
In order to successfully complete this certificate for credit, you must earn a GPA of 2.0 for each course. Visit www.uwsuper.edu/mediation for more
information.
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Paralegal Certificate Program
The Paralegal Certificate Program provides training in foundational and substantive legal topics, with an emphasis on both knowledge and practical skills
for those considering legal careers. This 30-credit certificate is usually completed within two years.
Upon completion of the Paralegal Certificate, participants will be able to:
Demonstrate foundational knowledge of the law, including legal processes, reading and analyzing legal texts, legal research and writing, and
criminal and civil legal systems.
Demonstrate foundational knowledge in the field of paralegalism, such as assisting in trial preparation, interviewing clients and witnesses,
preparing comprehensive reports and letters, preparing discovery documents, and the ethical issues surrounding the profession.
Apply legal foundational knowledge to real world settings through internship experiences.
In order to successfully complete this certificate, you must earn a minimum GPA of 2.0 for each course. The Paralegal Certificate is listed on the
University official transcript. Visit: www.uwsuper.edu/paralegal for more information.
Criminal Justice Paralegal Certificate Program
The Criminal Justice Paralegal Program offers those interested in working in criminal law professional settings the opportunity to gain knowledge and skills
relevant to the field. This 29 credit, concentrated certificate will help build your credentials in the field of criminal law. Most students will complete this
certificate in two years.
Upon completion of the Criminal Justice Paralegal Certificate, participants will be able to:
Demonstrate foundational knowledge of the law, including legal processes, reading and analyzing legal texts, and legal research and writing with
additional emphasis on criminal law.
Demonstrate foundational knowledge in the field of paralegalism, such as assisting in trial preparation, interviewing clients and witnesses,
preparing comprehensive reports and letters, preparing discovery documents, and the ethical issues surrounding the profession.
Apply legal foundational knowledge to real world settings through internship experiences.
In order to successfully complete this certificate, you must earn a minimum GPA of 2.0 for each course. The Criminal Justice Paralegal Certificate is
listed on the University official transcript. Visit www.uwsuper.edu/cce for more information.
Certificate in Ethical Leadership Program
This certificate teaches foundational leadership principles and competencies. Students will be able to expand their emotional intelligence, articulate their
moral code, and build ethically grounded leadership skills enhancing successful leadership in any setting. This 6-credit certificate consists of two required
courses:
IDS 220: Emotional Intelligence -- 3.00 credits
IDS 320: Ethical Leadership -- 3.00 credits
Upon completion of the Certificate in Ethical Leadership, students will be able to:
Demonstrate awareness of the roles emotional intelligence and empathy play in effective leadership.
Demonstrate enhanced communication, critical thinking and decision-making skills.
Demonstrate basic understanding of leadership styles, ethical principles, and core values.
Apply ethical decision-making to real world settings.
In order to successfully complete this certificate, students must earn a minimum GPA of 2.0 for each course.
Leadership Superior/Douglas County
The Center for Continuing Education sponsors a regional 10-month program to enhance the progress of northern Wisconsin by training present and future
leaders and helping them to become engaged in their community. Participants are selected through a competitive process. Persons who live and/or work in
Superior or Douglas County are invited to apply for the program each June. For further information contact 715-394-8030 or visit www.uwsuper.edu/leadership.
Small Business Development Center
Located in: Erlanson Hall 108
Phone: 715-394-8352 ;
The Small Business Development Center at UW-Superior is part of a statewide network supporting entrepreneurs and business owners through no-cost,
professional, confidential consulting and targeted educational programs. Regional SBDC experts facilitate improvement and growth for small and emerging
mid-size companies and help launch successful enterprises.
Our consultants work with you to support your success as you START | MANAGE | GROW your business. In addition to in-person appointments at our office or
at a location nearer to you, consulting is available via email, telephone and web or video conference.
Member of Northwest Regional SBDC alongside UW-Eau Claire and UW-River Falls.
Sponsor and collaborator of Superior Entrepreneurs on Tap.
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Sponsor and collaborator of Superior Entrepreneurs on Tap.
Regional collaborator of Regional Economic Indicators Forum.
Member of Wisconsin Innovation Network - Lake Superior Chapter.
Generated 800 hours in consulting time to assist new and existing businesses in 2018.
Facilitates the Entrepreneurial Training Program, held in the Spring and Fall.
Training Program Topics
Start-Up Business Solutions
Learn how to launch a strong, successful company though one on one assistance and business education.
Grow Your Business Series
From web marketing and financial management to human resources and internal communication, the Growing Business courses help small business
owners, managers, and staff achieve their full potential.
Small Business Success Series
These series have been developed to provide the tools, concepts, and strategies to create a successful business. The focus of the programming has
been focused on existing small business owners and key management.
Conferences, Workshops and Other Non-Credit Professional
Development Programming
Throughout the year, the Center for Continuing Education offers conferences, workshops, online courses and certificates, and forums related to current issues
in human health and wellbeing, nonprofit management, human resource management, and other areas.
Enrolling in Continuing Education Credit Programming
Current UW-Superior students can enroll in courses via their E-Hive accounts.
Prospective, non-degree seeking students can enroll as "Special Students" in Continuing Education's credit programming by completing the Academic Credit
Class Enrollment form prior to the start of each semester. The forms can be submitted via email to [email protected] or in-person to Old Main 100.
Continuing Education Special Students are not eligible for financial aid. If Continuing Education Special Students request to become degree seeking, they will
be required to formally apply to the university through the UW-Superior Admissions Office .
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First Year Seminar Courses
Program Goal - to integrate students into a community of higher order learners by engaging their interest and imagination. Each seminar will advance the
Program Goal through the following student Learning Goals.
Students will be more disposed to:
value learning in its own right and see themselves as having the ability and right to invest themselves in this learning;
pursue learning collaboratively, both in formal academic settings and elsewhere;
actively question previous knowledge and examine new ideas and multiple perspectives.
First Year Seminars are encouraged for all entering first year students. These small seminars of 15 first year students are specially chosen each year to offer a
broad array of topics that are either unusual in their focus or in their approach to the topic. Each is designed to challenge and inspire while supporting students in
their transition to this campus, its Liberal Arts focus, and its resources for and expectations of students. Each seminar meets a University Studies or Core
requirement. It should be taken during the first semester on campus and must be taken before sophomore registration.
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High Impact Practices
High Impact Practices (HIPs)
Academic Service-Learning (AS-L)
Senior Experience
Undergraduate Research and Scholarship and Creative Activity (URSCA)
Writing Across the Curriculum
Certificate of Writing Excellence
High Impact Practices (HIPs)
Beginning in 2004, the UW-Superior Faculty Senate has endorsed six new Programs designed to further the campus public liberal arts mission. Each Program
has become part of the campus' commitment to providing students with a dynamic engaging learning experience. Each provides or directs activities on campus
and in the community that prepare students for 21st century careers and life-long learning.
Academic Service-Learning (AS-L)
Academic Service-Learning (AS-L) is community-based learning, embedded within a credit-bearing course, enhancing students' understanding of the
course's learning objectives and of their sense of civic responsibility.
Courses with an AS-L designation will provide students an opportunity to have hands-on, real-world experiences by applying knowledge from the course
while simultaneously meeting identified community needs. Research has shown that AS-L experiences provide students with a distinctive advantage for
their career and/or graduate school preparation.
During the 2017-18 academic year, 34 professors incorporated AS-L into 73 course sections. As such, there were 1,039 student experiences with 183
community partners. Students completed 28,125 hours of service; this had a direct economic impact of $675,000.
AS-L is a part of an even larger institutional commitment to community engagement that is directly connected to UW-Superior’s mission. UW-Superior is
leveraging its strengths as an anchor institution—one in which community engagement is deeply ingrained, fully institutionalized and effectively taught
and implemented.
Senior Experience
Each department has a required Senior Year Experience. SYE supports students' integration of their extensive college learning experiences and the deep
knowledge of their major field of study. The SYE is a culminating experience and creates a capstone to the student's UW-Superior education.
Each student is required to share his or her Senior Experience work with the campus and wider community. These public presentations of Senior
Experiences are uniquely designed by each discipline in accordance with expectations of the particular field of study and serve as a celebration of their
achievements.
Undergraduate Research and Scholarship and Creative Activity (URSCA)
The Center for URSCA promotes student involvement in a broad range of research and scholarly work beginning in their first year on campus. It is a
natural fit with the other five High Impact Programs that engage students in taking responsibility for their learning and in finding interesting and dynamic
means of applying. URSCA activities strengthen students' critical thinking, analysis, and problem solving abilities whether it is in science or literature,
psychology or the arts. By learning these abilities in all sorts of courses across the curriculum students enter their Senior Capstone ready to take on their
SYE project.
URSCA is involved in sending students and their research to Posters in the Rotunda (Madison), The UW System Wisconsin Symposium, and to other
state and national conferences as funds allow. In collaboration with the UW Superior Foundation it coordinates the Summer Undergraduate Research
Fellowship Program and every spring it holds a Day of Celebration of students' URSCA projects.
Writing Across the Curriculum
In recognition of the key role writing plays in a liberal education, the Writing across the Curriculum Program aims to promote a culture of writing at UW-Superior.
To this end, it offers students the opportunity to seek a Certificate of Writing Excellence. For faculty and teaching staff, the program provides support through
grants and brown-bag sessions for making student writing a meaningful part of courses and curricula. Finally, the program sponsors a variety of writing events
on campus and beyond.
Certificate of Writing Excellence
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The Certificate of Writing Excellence Program at the University of Wisconsin-Superior enables students to attain and exhibit excellence in writing. The
program is administered through the UW-Superior Writing across the Curriculum (WAC) Program. The Writing across the Curriculum Coordinator advises
certificate-seeking students concerning their progress toward fulfilling the requirements.
The certification is shown on students' transcripts and can be listed on their resumes, thus providing prospective graduate schools and employees with an
indication of their level of attainment in an area--writing--that is important in these arenas.
Requirements:
Application to the program prior to completion of 75 credits: Students are encouraged to apply early in their college careers but must apply prior
to the completion of 75 credits. Students beyond 75 credits may petition for admission by submitting a descriptive and well-supported written
request to the Writing across the Curriculum (WAC) Coordinator.
1.
Successful completion of four writing-certificate-eligible (WCE)
courses (at least two of which are upper-level courses), for a minimum
of 12 credits, receiving a B or higher in each. One WRIT course at the 200-level or above can be included among the four courses; the rest must
be writing-certificate-eligible courses, which will have prefixes other than WRIT or ESL. No more than two of the four courses can have the same
prefix. (View up-to-date list of WCE courses)
2.
Attendance at three (minimum) UW-Superior WAC-coordinated workshops. One must concern learning to construct the portfolio for the
certificate; the others will concern how to improve one's writing.
3.
One specific project involving substantial use or study of writing beyond the classroom (academic service learning project, leadership role on
campus, internship, completion of a digital storytelling project pertaining to writing, participation in writing events such as a writing workshop
[excluding those for Requirement 3], a series of readings, a professional conference, etc.) The student's choice of project must be pre-approved
by the WAC Coordinator.
4.
Successful completion of a portfolio of work, to include:
One sample of the student's written work from each writing-certificate-eligible course, revised and improved upon beyond the draft
graded for the course
a.
A copy of the work produced during the beyond-the-classroom project or proof of participation in a writing-specific event.b.
A reflective essay on the experience/writing process of the beyond the classroom project.c.
A reflective essay on the student's growth as a writer throughout his or her work on the writing for the certificate. This work will make
direct reference to the written works included in the portfolio.
d.
5.
The portfolio must be approved by the WAC Coordinator in order for the student to receive the certificate.
Public presentation of the portfolio at the campus event showcasing WAC projects.
For more information on this certificate visit the Certificate of Writing Excellence webpage.
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Research
Lake Superior National Estuarine Research Reserve
Contact Information
Lake Superior Research Institute (LSRI)
McNair Scholars Program
Undergraduate Research, Scholarship and Creative Activity (URSCA)
Transportation & Logistics Research Center
Lake Superior National Estuarine Research Reserve
Staff
Christine Anderson, Financial Specialist
Sarah Congdon, Graphic Designer
Gail Epping Overholt, Coastal Training Program Coordinator
Deanna Erickson, Education Coordinator
Tracey Ledder, Monitoring Coordinator
Kelly Pugh, Administrative Specialist
Patrick Robinson, Co-Director, UWEX Environmental Resources Center
Shon Schooler, Research Coordinator
Erika Washburn, Reserve Manager
Background
The National Estuarine Research system (https://coast.noaa.gov/nerrs/) is a network of 28 Reserves which are administered by the U.S. Department of
Commerce, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and promotes stewardship of the nation's estuaries through science and education using
a system of protected areas. The Lake Superior Reserve System builds federal, state, and community partnerships and promotes management and
stewardship of estuarine and coastal habitats through scientific understanding linked with public education through a combination of research, education and
public outreach.
Lake Superior Reserve Mission and Goals
The Lake Superior Reserve works in partnership to improve the understanding of Lake Superior freshwater estuaries and coastal resources and to address the
issues affecting them through an integrated program of research, education, outreach and stewardship.
Goal 1 -- Conduct applied research and monitoring to increase the understanding of Lake Superior freshwater estuaries and coastal
ecosystems
Goal 2 -- Educate youth, students, community members, and visitors about Lake Superior freshwater estuaries and coastal resources and
improve their ability to address coastal issues
Goal 3 -- Increase the ability of community leaders and other decision makers to address critical Lake Superior coastal management issues
Goal 4 -- Protect and enhance the ecological health of the St. Louis River Watershed and Lake Superior coastal habitats
Information
The Lake Superior National Estuarine Research Reserve (Lake Superior Reserve) is the 28th Research Reserve in the NERR System and is the only NERR
located in Wisconsin within NOAA's Lake Superior Biogeographical Region. Designated in October 2010, Lake Superior Reserve joins Old Woman Creek
Reserve on Lake Erie as the second Great Lakes freshwater estuary in the NERR System. Lake Superior Reserve is situated on the most western tip of Lake
Superior and contains examples of many of the types of habitats associated with the St. Louis River freshwater estuary and its watershed. The St. Louis River is
the largest United States tributary to Lake Superior and flows 179 miles through a 3,634 square mile watershed. The lower 23 miles of the St. Louis River form
the boundary between Wisconsin and Minnesota.
University of Wisconsin and Lake Superior Reserve
The Lake Superior Reserve is a state - federal partnership. The federal partner, NOAA, provides federal funds and guidance to the Reserve, while the state
partner, University of Wisconsin, provides matching funds and is responsible for the management of the Reserve. Two entities within the University of Wisconsin
System have strong ties to the Reserve. Federal funds enter the state through the University of Wisconsin-Extension (UWEX), the State's designated lead
agency for the Lake Superior Reserve, which is the only Reserve in the NERR system to be managed by the Extension arm of a University. The Lake Superior
Reserve is housed within two buildings, owned by the University of Wisconsin-Superior (UW-Superior), on Barkers Island in Superior, Wisconsin. The
administrative offices, laboratory, educational center, and Interpretive Visitors Center are located in these buildings which are part of UW-Superior campus.
Lake Superior Reserve staff members are appointed through either UWEX or University of Wisconsin-Superior.
In addition to the Lake Superior Reserve facilities, the UW-Superior owns a 72 acre parcel of land within the Lake Superior Reserve boundaries that includes
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In addition to the Lake Superior Reserve facilities, the UW-Superior owns a 72 acre parcel of land within the Lake Superior Reserve boundaries that includes
Dutchman Creek on the south shore of Lake Superior, which is named the Nelson Outdoor Laboratory.
Projects and Research
There are paid and volunteer student opportunities. Students majoring in natural and social science programs, arts and the humanities have opportunities to
participate in research projects as student research or education assistants, work study, interns, or volunteers.
Areas of interest include: Natural Sciences, Chemistry, Economics, Business, Mathematics, Sociology and Anthropology, Physics, History, Psychology and
Behavior Sciences, Engineering, Education, and Art.
Public Education
National Estuarine Research Reserves serve as "living classrooms" for educators, students and the public in general. Research Reserves take a local approach
in advancing freshwater estuary literacy and generating meaningful experiences for all kinds of people interested in learning about, protecting and restoring
estuaries. Reserves provide adult audiences with training on coastal issues of concern in their local communities; offer classes for K-12 students; support
teachers through professional development programs in coastal and estuary education; and provide public education events.
Contact Information
Lake Superior National Estuarine Research Reserve
14 Marina Drive
Superior, WI 54880
ph. 715-392-3141
Reserve Manager, Dr. Erika Washburn
Lake Superior Research Institute (LSRI)
Staff
Olivia Anders, Research Specialist
Kimberly Beesley, Senior Research Specialist
Amy Eliot, Assistant Director, Associate Scientist
Lana Fanberg, Senior Research Specialist
Steve Gebhard, Research Specialist
Tom Markee, Associate Scientist
Marylee Murphy, Database Administrator
Christine Polkinghorne, Assistant Scientist
Kelsey Prihoda, Researcher
Heidi Saillard, Associate Researcher
Heidi Schaefer, Assistant Researcher, Quality Assurance
Kurt Schmude, Senior Scientist, Professor
Reed Schwarting, Associate Research Specialist
Gerald Shepard, Associate Researcher
Ardeen Stoll, Associate Administrative Program Specialist
Matt TenEyck, Director, Assistant Scientist
History
Founded in 1967 and approved by the Board of Regents in 1969, the Lake Superior Research Institute (LSRI) is the applied environmental research and related
public outreach unit of UW-Superior. Supported almost entirely by extramural funding, the Institute's mission is to conduct environmental research and provide
services that directly benefit the people, industries, and natural resources of the Upper Midwest, the Great Lakes Region, and beyond; provide non-traditional
learning and applied research opportunities for undergraduate students; and foster environmental education and outreach in the Twin Ports and surrounding
communities. Faculty and academic staff associated with the Institute possess training in biology, chemistry, aquatic ecology, ecological modeling, environmental
education, geology, microbiology, plant ecology, statistical analysis, taxonomy, and toxicology.
LSRI has received more than 500 grants and contracts with a combined extramural budget of more than $25 million. More than 45 federal, state, and local
agencies have supported LSRI.
Projects and Research
LSRI is well equipped and staffed to conduct environmental research and monitoring. Facilities include analytical chemistry laboratories, culture rooms for fish
and invertebrates, toxicity testing systems, a microbiology laboratory, and a taxonomy laboratory. LSRI scientists have extensive experience conducting field
sampling on Lake Superior, inland lakes, wetlands, and streams.
Recent research activities include studies on the occurrence and control of exotic species in the Great Lakes, effects of chemicals on aquatic organisms and
ecosystems, biological evaluations of contaminated sediments in the Great Lakes, monitoring and assessing environmental parameters in Lake Superior
coastal wetlands, streams, and nearshore areas, monitoring water and air quality of the Lake Superior region, analysis of trace levels of organic and inorganic
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pollutants, and determination of mercury levels in Great Lakes' fish.
In addition to research, the Institute is active in the publication of results. Papers are presented at scientific meetings and published in professional journals.
LSRI scientists have written and published six toxicity research data books that have a worldwide distribution.
Public Education
LSRI has been involved with several public environmental education programs, including the National Science Foundation's Young Scholars program, American
Indian Science and Engineering Society Workshop for teachers, Wisconsin Water Action Volunteer program, Bird Studies Canada volunteer Marsh Monitoring
program and a collaborative effort with the University of Illinois Urbana/Champaign called Envirovet. All programs combine classroom presentations with daily
field and laboratory activities. Participants in the programs range from elementary school students to senior citizens.
Student Research Opportunities
LSRI has employed nearly 600 undergraduate students and provided research experience for countless other students at the University of Wisconsin-Superior.
Many of the students who have participated in research projects have gone on to pursue post-graduate education and/or careers in the sciences. Many students
majoring in the sciences at UW-Superior participate in environmentally oriented research projects under the direction of faculty and staff from the LSRI. Student
participation occurs during the school year through part-time jobs as student research assistants and during the summer through full-time jobs as student
research assistants or student research interns. In this way, students gain valuable research experience and earn money to help finance their education.
Student research opportunities exist primarily in conjunction with research projects funded by state and federal agencies. The types of opportunities vary
according to expertise of staff and availability of funds within those areas.
McNair Scholars Program
Staff
Dr. Marcia S. Francis, Director
Ms. Michelle Vinoski, Academic Coordinator
Ms. Debra Provost, Program Assistant
History
The Ronald E. McNair Postbaccalaureate Achievement Program (McNair Scholars Program) is a graduate school preparation program. It prepares low-income,
first-generation college students and students from groups under-represented in graduate education for doctoral study. Qualifying university students who
demonstrate academic ability can apply to the McNair Program as sophomores, juniors or seniors.
Students take part in an extensive graduate school preparation program which consists of monthly workshops and individual meetings,GRE preparation, and
mentoring by faculty mentors. As juniors and seniors, they conduct research similar to what they would produce as graduate students and participate in a
summer research internship. In the fall of the year students formally present their research projects at a campus-wide research symposium at National McNair
Research Conferences and other conferences within their field of study.
Projects and Research
The McNair Scholars Program began providing services to students nationally in the 1989-1990 academic year. The University of Wisconsin-Superior received
funding through the U.S. Department of Education for the Ronald E. McNair Post-Baccalaureate Achievement Program beginning October 1, 1999. The McNair
Scholars Program at UW-Superior has worked with over 200 students on research projects across all academic disciplines.
Student Research Opportunities
Applications are due in late October each year. Students in all majors are welcome to apply. View more information on qualifications and for applications.
Undergraduate Research, Scholarship and Creative Activity (URSCA)
History
The Undergraduate Research, Scholarship and Creative Activity Committee was established by the Faculty Senate in the spring of 2011. While such activities
have long been established on campus, the committee was created to formalize and celebrate this work. Specifically the committee was charged to promote and
support undergraduate research, creative activity and scholarship. The committee is advisory to the Provost and reports to the Undergraduate Academic Affairs
Council.
Projects
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Projects
The URSCA committee serves as a coordinating body to assist students and staff in accessing regional, state and national opportunities for research,
scholarship and creative activities as well as opportunities to showcase these works.
Public Education
The committee organizes at least one all-campus undergraduate research celebration day annually and maintains and publishes a calendar of state and
national undergraduate research opportunities for UW-Superior students.
Transportation & Logistics Research Center
Transportation and Logistics Research Center
University of Wisconsin-Superior
Erlanson Hall Room 105
Belknap and Catlin
P.O. Box 2000
Superior, WI 54880
ph. 715-394-8254
Staff
Richard Stewart, Professor, Director, Researcher
Mei Cao, Professor, Director, School of Business and Economics
Daniel Rust, Assistant Professor
History
The Transportation and Logistics Research Center was founded in 1999 with a mission to provide applied transportation, logistics and supply chain research,
education, and advisory services that benefit the region's economy. The Transportation and Logistics Research Center is continually active in transportation
and logistics research projects. The faculty and academic staff associated with the center have training in economics, accounting, geography, statistics,
transportation, logistics, and various other business disciplines. Since its founding in 1999, the center has received more than $10 million in grants and
endowments. The Transportation and Logistics Research Center is part of the School of Business and Economics and is located in Old Main 135.
The mission of the TLRC is to provide applied transportation and logistics research, education, and advisory services that advance the economy of
the region.
Through its strategic goals (as listed below) the center works to promote and enhance its mission:
Be actively involved in applied research projects that enhance the region's transportation and logistics systems.
Develop and distribute informational publications and presentations to the academic community and general public.
Establish continuing education courses in transportation and logistics to improve the economic effectiveness and safety of the region's transportation
systems.
Accept recommendations from the advisory board of professionals to continuously improve the center's service to the university and the community.
The Transportation and Logistics Advisory Board is composed of representatives from key sectors of the transportation and logistics industry and are
uniquely able to assist in creating excellence in education.
Initiate distinguished speaker series to provide university and community opportunities to learn from and meet leaders in the field.
Organize seminars and workshops that expose the region to new ideas and highlight opportunities.
Projects and Research
The Transportation and Logistics Research Center is continually active in transportation and logistics research projects. The faculty and academic staff
associated with the center have training in economics, accounting, geography, statistics, transportation, logistics, and various other business disciplines. Since its
opening in 1999, the center has received more than $8 million in grants and endowments.
The Transportation and Logistics Research Center partners with many different local and national organizations on research projects, seminars, outreach, and
education. Examples of these companies and organizations include:
CN Railroad
Key Lakes 1, Inc.
BNSF Railroad
Halvor Lines, Inc.
Duluth Port Authority
Dart Transit
Metropolitan Interstate Committee
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Wisconsin Department of Transportation
Minnesota Department of Transportation
Duluth/Superior Transportation Association
Institute of Supply Management - Lake Superior Chapter
Propeller Club of Duluth-Superior
Council of Supply Chain Management - Twin Cities and North East Wisconsin Roundtables
Transportation Club of Minneapolis and St. Paul
Intermodal Association of North America
Women's Transportation Seminar
U.S. Department of Transportation
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
U.S. Coast Guard
The Transportation and Logistics Advisory Board is composed of representatives from key sectors of the transportation and logistics industry and are uniquely
able to assist in creating excellence in education.
The Transportation and Logistics Research Center is an active member of the following research organizations.
Great Lakes Maritime Research Institute (GLMRI) -- GLMRI represents a consortium of the University of Wisconsin-Superior Transportation and Logistics
Research Center and the University of Minnesota Duluth Swenson College of Science and Engineering and Labovitz School of Business and Economics.
The GLMRI was established in 2004, and on June 1, 2005 the U.S. Maritime Administration designated GLMRI as a National Maritime Enhancement Institute.
This National Maritime Enhancement institute is dedicated to developing and improving economically and environmentally sustainable maritime commerce on
the Great Lakes through applied research.
The director of the Transportation and Logistics Research Center, Dr. Richard Stewart also serves as a co-director of the GLMRI.
To learn about the latest research efforts in marine transportation, logistics, economics, engineering, environmental planning, and port management, visit
http://www.glmri.org/.
National Center for Freight and Infrastructure Research and Education (CFIRE) This multi-university research center is led by UW-Madison's University
Transportation Research Center. http://www.wistrans.org/cfire CFIRE is a National University Transportation Research Center funded by the U.S. Department
of Transportation. UW-Superior's Transportation and Logistics Research Center has been a CFIRE consortium member since 2006.
Wisconsin Space Grant Consortium - UW-Superior hosted the 17th annual meeting in 2007 and has been awarded student scholarships and faculty grants.
Keller & Associates, Inc., sponsors the Transportation Safety and Compliance Online Study Lab. www.kelleronline.com/education.
Council of University Transportation Centers (CUTC). UW-Superior's Transportation and Logistics Research Center is a member of CUTC. Collectively,
council members have advanced the state of the art in all modes and disciplines of transportation. In doing so, they have made significant and lasting
contributions to the nation's mobility, economy, and defense. In 2014 council's membership consisted of 97 of the leading university-based transportation
research centers. Membership in the council is limited to any organized center, institute, division, unit, or specifically identifiable organization devoted to
transportation research, education and technology transfer that is an integral part of a university or four-year college.
Student Research Opportunities
The Transportation and Logistics Research Center offers the opportunity to qualified students looking to become involved in undergraduate research. Student
research opportunities vary each semester depending on the number of ongoing projects. Opportunities include part-time jobs, student research assistantships,
and internships to help students gain valuable research experience, and further their education goals.
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University Studies
Learning Goals for the University Studies Program
Description of University Studies Core Categories
Description of University Studies Knowledge Categories
Description of University Studies Diversity & Global Awareness Categories
University Studies Requirements
Learning Goals for the University Studies Program
University Studies Requirements for 2019-2021
The Learning outcomes of the University Studies Program at the University of Wisconsin-Superior are:
Communication:
Students will understand and be understood by others to share meaning through diverse modes including listening, reading, visualizing, speaking,
performing/presenting, creating, and writing.
a.
Students will apply modes, styles, and conventions of communication appropriate to the students' work and their audience.b.
Students will identify the essential components of a work/presentation and describe their relationship to each other and to the broader context.c.
Students will clearly express themselves to achieve a purpose.d.
Students will civilly engage in an exchange of ideas integrating diverse perspectives.e.
Individual and social responsibility:
Students will engage in personal development, interpersonal competence, and social responsibility through active learning.a.
Students will engage in thoughtful analysis that fosters well-being and holistic self-development.b.
Students will articulate their roles and responsibilities in a global community.c.
Students will practice healthy interdependence and mutual respect for others through teamwork.d.
Students will demonstrate informed civic engagement, including intercultural competence as a dimension of the experience.e.
Students will apply ethical reasoning in the academic and community learning experiences.f.
Creative and Critical Thinking:
Students engage in creative and critical thinking based on multiple forms of evidence, processes, and diverse perspectives.a.
Students will articulate important questions, theories, and creative processes.b.
Students will analyze information to answer specific questions.c.
Students will evaluate assumptions and biases associated with a project, practice, or process.d.
Students will consider multiple, diverse, and global perspectives to answer important questions or produce original work.e.
Students will use evidence to reach and present innovative conclusions or produce original work.f.
Description of University Studies Core Categories
1. Academic and Professional Writing (WRIT 102 and 209)
Improves students' abilities to read critically and write academic arguments with an emphasis on information literacy, elements or persuasion, documentation,
and citation, develops their ability to write in a range of genres related to the rhetorical situations, audiences, technologies, and multicultural environments of the
21st century workplace, with an emphasis on liberal arts career skills.
2. Communicating Arts (COMM 110)
Helps students develop essential interpersonal communication, group communication, and public speaking competencies through practice, analysis, and critical
exploration of diverse human interactions.
3. Mathematics and Computer Science (MATH & CSCI)
Develops the skills necessary for analytical and quantitative problem-solving in all subjects, using central concepts and methods from mathematics and
computer science, including number systems, symbolic representation, formal languages, mathematical modeling, and logical reasoning.
4. Health and Human Performance (HHP 102)
Provides students with a knowledge base, creating a positive attitude and lifelong skills concerning the seven dimensions of wellness:
Physical
Intellectual
Emotional
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Spiritual
Career
Social
Environmental (personal health)
Description of University Studies Knowledge Categories
HUMANITIES
History
Enables students to recognize that reasoned interpretations of the human past must be consistent with verifiable historical evidence and are, nonetheless,
contested as they are reshaped to serve the concerns of the present; and empowers students to create personal meaning by developing their own reasoned
interpretations of the human past.
Literature
Instills the joy of reading literature; stimulates the power of the imagination; promotes the analysis of various types of literary expression; and explores different
traditions and modes of telling stories.
World Language, Culture, and Philosophy
Encourages students to make connections across all areas of knowledge, different modes of communication, and diverse cultural, linguistic, and conceptual
traditions; and encourages students to develop empathy and understanding for other cultural, linguistic, and conceptual traditions.
SOCIAL SCIENCES
Enables students to examine human behavior or interaction using the methods and assumptions of social science research.
NATURAL AND PHYSICAL SCIENCE
Environmental Course
Enables students to understand our natural environment and the effects of human interactions on it.
Lab Course
Enables students to understand the nature of science and scientific inquiry through hands-on experiences.
FINE AND APPLIED ARTS
Fine Arts History, Criticism, and Appreciation
Helps students to analyze, evaluate, and relate artists, creative artifacts, and artistic productions of diverse cultures from ancient times to the present.
Aesthetic Experience
Gives students practical experience in developing their own creativity in one or more genres of expression, and augments appreciation for the diversity of
creative communication.
Description of University Studies Diversity & Global Awareness
Categories
Diversity Requirement
Promotes understanding of issues arising from diversities such as racial, ethnic, linguistic, class, religious, rural/urban/suburban, gender, sexual orientation,
abilities, and national origin.
Global Awareness Requirement
1) Broadens students' horizons through exposure to perspectives from traditionally lesser studied regions and cultures (i.e., non-Eurocentric), and 2)
Encourages students to see social, economic, cultural, and/or political connections among world regions.
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University Studies Requirements
All students entering UW-Superior as freshmen must complete the Core University Studies Requirements of WRIT 102 and 209, COMM 110, HHP 102 and
their choice of MATH or CSCI among their first 60 credits. Failure to complete these courses by that time will result in a hold being placed on an ensuing
registration that does not contain the missing course(s), which may not then be dropped. Students will only be able to register through the Registrar's Office and
enrollment in the missing course(s) must be included.
A. Core Courses
University Studies requirements, especially the core courses, should be taken early. Core courses strengthen reading, writing, public speaking, problem solving,
analytical, and interpersonal skills. Core courses (WRIT 102 and 209, COMM 110, HHP 102, and the MATH or CSCI course) cannot be applied or substituted
for any major or minor requirement.
All core courses should be taken in the freshman and sophomore semesters: WRIT 102 and 209 taken sequentially in the first and second year; COMM 110 in
the first year, MATH or CSCI started during the first year; HHP 102 in the first semester.
WRIT 102 and 209 (each 3 credits)
Core Writing Course Placement
Placement is determined by cut scores on the ACT or SAT as shown on the chart below. In the absence of an ACT or SAT score, students can take the
Wisconsin English Placement Test (WEPT) for placement. Students may also take the WEPT to improve their placement; however, the WEPT is not required if
students earn an ACT or SAT score with which they are satisfied.
Placement into WRIT 099: Fundamentals of Writing. This course prepares students for the challenge of reading and writing at the college level. This course
must be taken within 30 credits. Students must co-enroll in WRIT 102. Transfer students, see Transfer Student Policy below.
Placement into WRIT 102: Intro to Academic Writing. Upon placement, this course should be taken in the freshman year, fall or spring. The course must be
taken within 30 credits. Students must pass this course with a C- or better to continue on to WRIT 209 or else be repeated until a C- is earned. Transfer
students, see Transfer Student Policy below.
Credit for Prior Learning in WRIT 102: Students who earn a 26+ on the ACT (and equivalent cut scores for SAT and/or WEPT) are exempt from WRIT 102
and may seek enrollment in WRIT 209 before they have reached sophomore level by gaining the instructor’s permission. WRIT 209 is recommended for
sophomore-level students.
Regardless of placement, students with an AP Lang/Comp or AP Lit/Comp score of 3 or higher earn 3 credits for WRIT 102. Regardless of placement, students
who earn a 50 or higher on the CLEP College Composition exam earn 3 credits for WRIT 102.
Placement into WRIT 209: Intro to Professional Writing. With the completion of WRIT 102 with a C- or better, this course should be taken in the sophomore
year, fall or spring. The course must be taken within 60 credits. Students must pass this course with a C- or better to complete the Core Writing Courses.
Transfer students, see Transfer Student Policy below.
Transfer Student Policy for Core Writing Placement: Students who arrive at UW-Superior with 6 credits of 100-level college writing completed at a C- or
higher have satisfied the requirements for both WRIT 102 and WRIT 209. Some majors may still require WRIT 209 if a Professional Writing course has not
been completed.
Students who arrive with 3 credits of 100- level writing completed at a C- or higher have satisfied the requirements for WRIT 102. Students may seek enrollment
in WRIT 209 before they have reached sophomore level by gaining the instructor’s permission. WRIT 209 is recommended for sophomore-level students.
Communicating Arts 110 (3 credits)
No student may take COMM 110 on a Pass-Fail basis.
Mathematics and Computer Science (3 credits)
Students must choose a minimum of three credits in MATH and/or CSCI courses from among these courses: MATH 112, 113, 115, 130, 151, 240 or CSCI 101.
MATH 112, 130 and CSCI 101 are recommended. For students with appropriate preparation, MATH 113, 115, 151, and 240 are also recommended. Students
are encouraged to work with a faculty advisor to select a course appropriate to their level of mathematical preparation, interests, and major field of study.
All students entering UW-Superior are required to take the Wisconsin Math Placement Test. Test results are used to determine which Mathematics and
Computer Science courses students are eligible to take at that time. Students with insufficient preparation may become eligible to take more advanced
Mathematics and Computer Science courses by completing one or more lower-level courses as indicated by the Math Placement Test results. Students placing
into the remedial level MATH 090 or MATH 095 are expected to complete the remedial course before earning 30 credits.
Health and Human Performance 102 (3 credits)
All students must successfully complete HHP 102 Health and Wellness or FYS 100. Students with medical restrictions should contact the coordinator of HHP
102 before the first lab session. All Health and Human Performance department majors and minors must earn a grade of C or better in HHP 102.
B. Knowledge Categories
The University Studies courses listed in the Knowledge Categories expose students to a broad array of concepts, perspectives and methodologies. They all
integrate skills from the core courses into their content and require active engagement.
No more than six credits from any one program bearing the same prefix may be applied toward Knowledge Category requirements.
The credits given are the minimum for each category.
GA = Meets Global Awareness requirement
D = Meets diversity requirement
HUMANITIES (9 credits)
History (3 credits): ANTH 104 (GA); FNS 223 (D), 224 (D); HIST 104, 111 (GA), 112, 113 (D, GA),115 (GA), 119 (D), 120 (GA), 125 (GA), 131, 151, 152, 181
(D, GA), 223 (D), 224 (D); POLS 101 (GA), 175 (GA).
Literature (3 credits): ENGL 211, 212, 218, 221, 222, 228 (D), 229 (D), 241 (GA), 242 (GA); FYS 102.
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Literature (3 credits): ENGL 211, 212, 218, 221, 222, 228 (D), 229 (D), 241 (GA), 242 (GA); FYS 102.
World Language, Culture, and Philosophy (3 credits): FNS 101, 110 (D); FREN 101; HIST 154 (D); MUSI 161 (GA, D); PHIL 151, 160, 211, 212, 262;
POLS 262, 265; PSYC 212; SPAN 101, 102, 201, 202; WLLC 207
Any foreign language course will meet the Humanities Elective requirement if it is a language proficiency (rather than culture) course and at minimum three
credits.
SOCIAL SCIENCES (6 credits) (Must include two different prefixes)
ANTH 101 (D), 340 (D); CJUS 106; ECON 235, 250, 251; FIN 210; FNS 151; FYS 124 (D); GEOG 100 (D, GA), 102 (D, GA); GST 150 (D), 210 (D); IDS 104,
131; LSTU 115, 261; POLS 100 (GA), 102, 150, 180, 230, 240, 260; PSYC 101, 230; SOCI 101, 201, 210 (D), 273 (D)
NATURAL AND PHYSICAL SCIENCE (6 credits) one environmental and one lab course required
Environmental Course: BIOL 170; CHEM 100; ENSC 100; GEOL 120
Lab Course: BIOL 115, 123, 130; CHEM 102, 105; GEOL 110, 120; PHYS 100, 107, 160, 201
FINE AND APPLIED ARTS (6 credits)
Art History, Criticism, and Appreciation (3 credits): ART 221, 222; COMM 104, 122; MUSI 160, 266 (D).
Aesthetic Experience (3 credits): ART 101; COMM 125, 180, 273; HHP 133; MUSI 104-105, 107-116, 118; WRIT 250, 280
C. Diversity and Global Awareness Requirement
Undergraduate coursework must include a minimum of three credits with a focus on issues of diversity. Courses within the Knowledge Categories that also
satisfy this requirement are indicated with "D." Students must choose separate diversity and global awareness courses.
Diversity (3 credits): ANTH 310, 315, 333, 340; ART 224, 331; CJUS 312; COMM 467; ECON 438; ENGL 228, 229, 328; FNS 110, 223, 224, 242, 304, 333,
386, 480; FYS 124; GEOG 100, 102; GST 150, 210, 255, 258, 270, 310, 312, 322, 365, 374, 393, 459; HIST 113, 115, 119, 154, 181, 223, 224, 322, 333, 393,
395; LSTU 365; MUSI 161, 266; PHIL 330, 365, 459; POLS 374; PSYC 258, 270, 360; SOCI 210, 273; SO W 386; SPAN 315, 350; TED 270; WRIT 255
Undergraduate coursework must include a minimum of three credits with a focus on global awareness issues. Courses within the Knowledge Categories that
also satisfy this requirement are indicated with "GA." Students must choose a separate diversity and global awareness course.
Global Awareness (3 credits): ANTH 101, 104, 310, 320, 333, 368; ART 224, 331; ECON 430, 438; ENGL 241, 242; FNS 333, 368; GEOG 100, 102; GST
310; HIST 104, 111, 113, 115, 120, 125, 181, 333, 368, 385, 394; MUSI 161; POLS 100, 101, 175, 376; SOCI 201; SPAN 303
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Athletics, Security, Technology
Campus Security
Technology Services
Yellowjacket Athletics
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Campus Security
Mission Statement
University Police Department Contact Information
Mission Statement
The University Police Department, is committed to protecting the safety and security of the university and the campus community by providing 24-hour campus
security, responding to disturbances and accidents, developing crime awareness programs, patrolling campus buildings and grounds and providing related
services.
The department is staffed by full-time police and security officers.
University Police Department Contact Information
University Police Department
University of Wisconsin - Superior
Public Safety Building
Belknap and Catlin Ave.
P.O. Box 2000
Superior, WI 54880
Phone: 715-394-8114
Email:
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Technology Services
Mission Statement
Organization and Services
Technology Policies
Technology Services Contact Information
Mission Statement
"The mission of Technology Services is to provide technology services that are accessible, reliable, convenient, and secure for the purpose of empowering the
UW-Superior community to use technology in teaching, learning, research, creative activity and service."
Please visit Technology Services for a complete list of the services and systems that are provided or contact the technology helpdesk at 715-394-8300 or email
[email protected] with any technology questions you may have.
Organization and Services
Technology Services consists of three units:
Technology Support Services (a.k.a. the help desk) provides a variety of services and facilities for Students, Faculty and Staff to effectively use current and
emerging technology solutions. This unit supports several functions including:
Help Desk Services - The central contact point for all technology issues and questions. The help desk also consults and processes technology
purchases and they manage and maintain a technology equipment loan service that offers Students, Faculty and Staff the ability to borrow computers
and other technology tools in support of academics. The help desk provides a library of training materials that they make available to Students, Faculty,
and Staff at no charge to further develop technology skills.
Classroom Technology and Multimedia Services - Technology in the class room is supported by the unit including the installation and maintenance
of equipment. Audio/Video production, streaming audio, graphic design and production, and assistance with media conferencing are some of the
services provided in support of instructional development.
Teaching and Learning Systems - The Learning Management system (LEARN@UW-Superior) and other teaching and learning software systems
such as plagiarism detection and survey software are supported by the unit.
Web Support Services - The campus webmaster is a member of the University Marketing and Communications and is responsible for the installation
and maintenance of the content management system. The webmaster also provides consultation to the entire organization and is responsible for the
overall design and functionality of the website.
Infrastructure Services is responsible for providing highly available, high quality access to the University's electronic resources and the internet. This includes
maintaining the systems that support email, access to the internet, wireless coverage and the security systems that protect the campus network and desktop
systems. The unit also provides all technology hardware support including computers, servers, student computing labs and the campus telephone system.
Application Services is responsible for the development and maintenance of the primary administrative information systems essential to the operation of the
University and the integration with those systems. The primary systems include the student information system (E-hive/PeopleSoft) and the campus document
management system (ImageNow). The unit works closely with student support offices to provide administrative tools and applications for both Students and
Faculty.
Technology Policies
Use of technology resources is governed by the policies of the University of Wisconsin, Superior Technology Services, the University of Wisconsin System and
its Board of Regents, and by Federal and State laws. Failure to comply with policies and guidelines can result in loss of access privileges, university disciplinary
action, and/or criminal prosecution. View a complete list of policies and guidelines.
Technology Services Contact Information
Technology Services
University of Wisconsin - Superior
Swenson Hall 2100
Belknap and Catlin Ave.
P.O. Box 2000
Superior, WI 54880
Phone: 715-394-8300
Email:
Office Hours:
Technology Help Desk Hours:
Regular Hours
7:45 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Monday - Friday
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Break/Summer Hours
7:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Monday – Friday
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Yellowjacket Athletics
Athletic Staff
Sports and Head Coaches
About Yellowjacket Athletics
Affiliations
Facilities
Athletics Eligibility
Athletic Staff
Nick Bursik - Athletic Director
Lynne Deadrick - Assistant Athletic Director, Senior Woman Administrator
Brianna Bosquez - Athletic Trainer
Jon Garver - Athletics Communication and External Relations Manager
Sports and Head Coaches
Athletic Trainer - Essentia Health and Sports Medicine
Baseball - Frank Pufall
Basketball, Men's - Greg Polkowski
Basketball, Women's - Zach Otto-Fisher
Cross Country, Men's - Glen Drexler
Cross Country, Women's - Glen Drexler
Hockey, Men's - Rich McKenna
Hockey, Women's - Dan Laughlin
Golf, Men's - Paul Eberhardt
Golf, Women's - Paul Eberhardt, Interim
Soccer, Men's - Joe Mooney
Soccer, Women's - Allison DeGroot
Softball - Roger Plachta
Tennis, Men's - Kolin Dean
Tennis, Women's - Kolin Dean
Track and Field, Men's - Glen Drexler
Track and Field, Women's - Glen Drexler
Volleyball - Lynne Deadrick
About Yellowjacket Athletics
The University of Wisconsin-Superior provides a variety of opportunities for men and women to participate in intercollegiate athletics at the NCAA Division III
level competing against the finest schools in the nation, thereby enriching the all-around collegiate experience of our student-athletes. Yellowjacket
student-athletes are expected to place a priority on academics while participating in an outstanding athletic program, thus striving for excellence as a student
and as an athlete.
The athletic programs are not scholarship-based, therefore scholarships received by student-athletes are on the basis of academic performance. UW-Superior
intercollegiate athletic programs are intended to enrich both the student-athlete and the university community. Through the athletic programs, the university
strives to provide the following:
A healthy, competitive, and professionally supervised athletic experience for student-athletes.1.
An array of programs that encourage wide involvement of students either as student-athletes or spectators.2.
A co-curricular laboratory for students interested in related areas such as physical education, coaching, officiating, advertising, sports medicine,
broadcasting, and recreation that complements the academic programs of the university.
3.
Equal opportunity for men and women student-athletes to participate in competitive intercollegiate sports in each of the three seasons.4.
Affiliations
UW-Superior competes in NCAA Division III at the national level and is a member of the Upper Midwest Athletic Conference (UMAC) at the conference level.
For the sport of ice hockey, UW-Superior competes as an associated member in the Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (WIAC).
Facilities
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The Marcovich Wellness Center houses the Health and Human Performance Department, athletic programs, and student fitness and recreation facilities. The
building includes the Lydia C. Thering Fieldhouse with an indoor track, 2,500-seat Lydia C. Thering Fieldhouse (home of the Yellowjacket volleyball and men's
and women's basketball teams) , Toby and Sharon Marcovich Fitness Center, Minnesota Power Weight Room, exercise and physiology lab, racquetball courts,
National Bank of Commerce Climbing Wall, Joan Hedrick Swimming Pool, dance studio, faculty and coaches' offices, and offices for the student recreation and
intramural programs.
Other athletic facilities include Siinto S. Wessman Arena, which houses the men's and women's hockey teams; Ted Whereatt Field, home to the baseball team;
and the Yellowjacket Soccer Complex, the practice site of the men's and women's soccer teams. NBC Spartan Sports Complex is home to all men's and
women's soccer games and the primary facility for softball.
Athletics Eligibility
In accordance with the NCAA Handbook and our governing sport conferences, UW-Superior has implemented additional bylaws and definitions as it relates to
the eligibility of student-athletes.
1.1 NCAA Rules. The University of Wisconsin-Superior will abide by the eligibility rules adopted by the Division III membership of the NCAA with the exception
of these institutional rules that are more restrictive as set forth in this document.
1.2 Regular Term. A "regular term" is considered to be the traditional fall and spring terms as listed in the institutional's official catalog, excluding intersessions
(e.g., J-Terms, winter sessions).
1.3 Initial Eligibility. A first-time entering freshman student is eligible to represent the institution in intercollegiate athletics provided the student is admitted to
the institution in accordance with the provisions of NCAA Bylaw 14.1.7.
1.3.1 Academic Year of Residence. To satisfy an academic year of residence, a student-athlete shall:
Be enrolled in and complete a minimum full-time program of studies for two (2) full semesters or three (3) full quarters, ora.
Be enrolled in a minimum full-time program of studies with two (2) full semesters or three (3) full quarters and pass a number of hours that is at least
equal to the sum total of the minimum load of each of the required terms.
b.
1.3.1.1. Summer Term. A summer term shall not be used to satisfy a term of residence, but hours earned at the institution during the summer may be used to
satisfy the requirements of (b) above.
1.3.2 Freshman Credit Rule. A student-athlete must have earned a minimum of nine (9) credit hours from the start of the first-regular term of attendance to the
beginning of the second regular term of attendance to the beginning of the second regular term of attendance to be eligible to compete the second-term of the
first year of initial enrollment.
1.4 Academic Eligibility. A student-athlete is eligible to compete provided the student-athlete meets NCAA eligibility requirements as stipulated in NCAA Bylaw
14. In addition, student-athletes must meet institutional grade point average and credit hour requirements as stipulated within this document.
1.4.1 Grade Point Average Requirement. A student-athlete must achieve a total cumulative grade point average of at least 2.0 (based on a maximum 4.0
scale) if any of the following conditions have been met:
The student-athlete has been charged with one (1) or more seasons of participation;a.
The student-athlete has earned 24 or more credit hours; orb.
The student-athlete has been charged with two (2) or more full-time terms of attendance.c.
1.4.2 Credit Hour Requirements. To be eligible to compete the second season and subsequent seasons in any sport, a student-athlete must earn the
following credit hours:
After the completion of the first season of participation: 24 semester/36 quarter degree credit hours.a.
After the completion of the second season of participation: 48 semester/72 quarter degree credit hours.b.
After the completion of the third season of participation: 72 semester/108 quarter degree credit hours.c.
1.4.3 Regaining Eligibility During a Term. A student-athlete who is not eligible to compete at the beginning of a regular term may not regain his/her eligibility
during that term with the exception of incomplete grades (see 1.4.9) and grade changes, provided the incompletes and grade changes are processed in
accordance with normal institutional policies and practices.
1.4.4 Eligibility Between Terms. A student-athlete who is regaining eligibility at the conclusion of the regular fall term may begin competing at the time his/her
eligibility has been officially certified by the institution, but not sooner than the day after the date of the last scheduled exam listed in the institution's official
catalog for the fall term. If a student-athlete becomes ineligible at the conclusion of the regular fall term (e.g., GPA deficiency), the ineligibility shall become
effective at the time his/her eligibility has been officially certified by the institution, but not later than the first day of classes of the regular spring term. [See also
1.4.13.]
1.4.5 Suspension. A student-athlete suspended by the institution for academic or non-academic reasons is to be rendered ineligible immediately. A
student-athlete under suspension will not be permitted to compete (but may practice assuming he/she is enrolled full time) during an appeal process.
1.4.6 Transfers. To meet the provisions of 1.4.1, the cumulative minimum grade-point average must be achieved in all grades earned at all collegiate institutions
during a transfer's first term of attendance at the certifying institution. In addition, credit hours earned at all collegiate institutions are to be used to meet the credit
hour requirements of 1.4.2 during a transfer's first two (2) terms of attendance [provided they are consecutive terms] at the certifying institution. Thereafter, the
cumulative grade point average should be determined by whatever method is employed by the institution for students generally and only those credit hours
which are accepted toward a degree and appear on the institutional transcript may apply.
1.4.7 Repeat Courses. Repeated courses may be used to satisfy the minimum full-time enrollment requirement for practice and competition provided such
courses are counted toward full-time enrollment for students generally. However, repeated courses (with a previous grade of "D" or better) may be used only
once to satisfy the credit hour requirements of 1.4.2.
1.4.8 Remedial, Tutorial, Noncredit or Distance Learning Courses. In accordance with normal institutional policies, remedial, tutorial, noncredit or distance
learning courses may be used to satisfy the minimum cumulative grade-point average and credit hour requirements of 1.4.
1.4.9 Incomplete Grades. Incomplete grades may be used to satisfy the requirements of 1.4 provided they are removed in accordance with the institution's
regulations applicable to all students.
1.4.10 Academic Forgiveness/Bankruptcy. Student-athletes may avail themselves to academic forgiveness/bankruptcy policies that are applied to students
generally.
1.4.11 Advanced Placement Credit Hours. Advanced placement (AP) credit hours are included in the credit hour and grade point average calculations to
satisfy the requirements of 1.4 in accordance with normal institutional policies pertaining to AP credits.
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1.4.11.1 Exception for AP Credit Hours. Advancement placement hours are not to be included in the credit hour and grade point average calculations during a
student-athlete's first two (2) terms of attendance.
1.4.12 Medical Hardships. Medical hardship waivers may be granted by the student-athletes governing sport conference if the request meets the NCAA
requirements for a hardship and is submitted on the prescribed form.
1.4.12.1 Calculating Seasons of Participation. Years for which a student-athlete was granted a medical hardship shall be considered as seasons of
participation for purposes of determining the grade-point average and credit hour requirements of Bylaw 1.4.
1.4.13 Certification of First-Time, Mid-Year Enrollees for Subsequent Seasons of Competition. It is permissible to certify at mid-year those
students-athletes who were first-time, mid-year enrollees (this does not apply to transfers or re-enrollees) for purposes of satisfying the credit hour requirements
of Bylaws 1.4.2.
1.4.14 Mid-Term Enrollees. Mid-term enrollees are not eligible for competition until the completion of that term.
1.4.15 Intersessions. Credit hours earned during an intersession (e.g., J-Term) that are used to satisfy the requirements of 1.4 would apply towards whichever
semester/quarter the intersession is applied institutionally. If the intersession is considered to be independent, the credits earned can be applied to either the fall
or spring semester/quarter.
1.4.15.1 Full-Time Enrollment. Hours enrolled during an intersession (e.g., J-Term) can be counted towards full-time enrollment for whichever
semester/quarter the intersession is applied institutionally. If the intersession is considered to be independent term by the institution, those hours cannot be
counted toward full-time enrollment for either the fall or spring semester/quarter.
1.5 Waiver of Eligibility Rules. A waiver request may be submitted on behalf of a student-athlete in cases where, because of special circumstances, the
application of any rule results in an unintended hardship to a student-athlete. The Director of Athletics, in consultation with the Faculty Athletics
Representative(s), Registrar, and Senior Women Administrator, is empowered to grant waivers to the institution's eligibility rules as the facts may warrant in
each individual case. A waiver of one rule does not automatically waive any other rule.
1.5.1 Submission of Eligibility Waivers. A waiver request of an institutional eligibility rule may be submitted on behalf of an enrolled, prospective, or transfer
student-athlete. Waiver requests of eligibility rules must be submitted in writing by an institution's faculty athletics representative(s) on the prescribed waiver
request form. It shall be the responsibility of the faculty athletics representative to determine the facts of the case, and to ensure the completeness and accuracy
of the information submitted with the waiver request. Each filed waiver must include all pertinent supporting information or documentation, including academic
transcripts of all courses taken at any collegiate institution attended by the student-athlete. In the case of a prospective student-athlete, documentation related to
the prospects standardized test score(s), high school GPA, and class rank is required.
1.5.2 Waiver Authority. Copies of a waiver request of an institution eligibility rule (with supporting materials) must be sent to the Director of Athletics, Faculty
Athletics Representative(s), Registrar, and Senior Women Administrator. The Director of Athletics shall determine the means by which the committee will
consider any particular waiver request. In cases in which ample precedent has been established or the facts of the case do not raise disputed issues, the Director
of Athletics has the authority to grant the waiver absent any review by the entire committee.
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Campus Life
Dean of Students Office
Department of Student Involvement
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
New Student and Family Programs
Recreation
Residence Life
Student Government
Well-Being, Health, and Counseling
Yellowjacket Union
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Dean of Students Office
Advocacy
Community Standards
Title IX
Dean of Students Office Contact Information
Advocacy
The Dean of Students Office Office plays an important role in helping students navigate the campus environment and in providing programs and services that
enrich students' personal and educational development. The staff in the Dean of Students Office office serve as advocates for students on a wide range of
topics and assist students in making positive connections with staff, faculty, other students and services. Students are encouraged to contact the Dean of
Students Office Office staff if they have question or concerns.
Community Standards
Each student at the University has the right to learn in an environment free from threats, danger, or harassment. Students also have the responsibility to conduct
themselves in a manner that complies with campus policies and procedures. UWS Chapters 17 and 18 of the Wisconsin Administrative Code list the university
policies students are expected to uphold and describes the procedures used when students are accused of misconduct. Chapter 17 also lists the possible
responses the university may apply when a student is found to violate policy.
UW-Superior students are also obligated to complete course work with honesty and academic integrity. They also have the right to expect that all students will
be graded fairly and have the right of due process should they be accused of academic misconduct. UWS Chapter 14 of the Wisconsin Administrative Code
explains the policies and procedures that need to be followed in the case of academic misconduct. Policies related to student conduct can be found at
www.uwsuper.edu/dos. For a physical copy of policies, contact the Dean of Students Office Office directly.
Title IX
The University of Wisconsin-Superior is committed to providing educational programs, activities, and a workplace environment that are inclusive and free from
discrimination, discriminatory harassment (including sexual harassment), sexual misconduct, and retaliation. Furthermore, UW-Superior is committed to the
prompt and equitable investigative and resolution process of all complaints. For more information about Title IX visit www.uwsuper.edu/dos/titleix.
Dean of Students Office Contact Information
Dean of Students Office
University of Wisconsin - Superior
Yellowjacket Union 140
Belknap and Catlin Ave.
P.O. Box 2000
Superior, WI 54880
Phone: 715-394-8244
Email:
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Department of Student Involvement
About Student Involvement
Student Organizations
Leadership
Campus Wide Events
Yellowjacket Activities Crew (YAC)
Yellowjacket Mascot Team
The Buzz 75
Student Involvement Contact Information
About Student Involvement
About Student Involvement
The Department of Student Involvement provides a wide array of learning opportunities that intentionally engage students in the campus community. All
UW-Superior students are highly encouraged to enhance their liberal arts experience by becoming involved in co-curricular activities. There's a lot of learning
that goes on outside the classroom too! Through Department of Student Involvement, you can:
Meet new people that share similar interests
Try something new
Build your resume
Enhance your leadership skills
Make a difference in the community
Entertain and be entertained
Share school spirit
Have fun in a safe and inclusive environment.
Student Organizations
Over 50 recognized student organizations provide a variety of opportunities for student involvement and leadership. For a current listing of recognized student
organizations or for information on forming a new student organization, see the Student Organizations.
Leadership
Leadership resources are accessible to all UW-Superior students at any skill level. Student Involvement offers many ways to strengthen your leadership skills -
attend a workshop, participate in Launching Leaders, or work one-on-one with the Student Involvement staff.
Launching Leaders is a self-paced leadership certificate program that offers all students an introduction to campus and community involvement while providing
pathways to personal growth and development.
Campus Wide Events
UW-Superior hosts a number of annual campus events including:
'JacketFest: Student Involvement and Job Fair
'Jacket Fest is held at the beginning of the fall semester and provides an opportunity for students to engage with a number of student organizations, part-time
employers, and local non-profit agencies.
Friends and Family Weekend
Friends and Family Weekend is an annual fall festival planned especially for UW-Superior students, friends, and their families. The weekend is filled with fun
campus activities for all ages and a great way to experience campus life at UW-Superior.
'Jacket Racket Weekend
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UW-Superior's homecoming weekend is dedicated to honoring Yellowjacket pride. The weekend brings together students for activities such as Yellowjacket
Hockey, Union Bash, and the Spirit Board Competition.
Learn more at www.uwsuper.edu/jacketracket.
Yellowjacket Activities Crew (YAC)
The Yellowjacket Activities Crew (YAC) is an organization of students that plan social and recreational programs for the campus community and the
Yellowjacket Union. Free entertainment events include:
Musicians and Bands
Comedians
Dances
Grocery Bingos
Craft Nights
Keep an eye out for events that are advertised as family-friendly!
Yellowjacket Mascot Team
The Mascot Team is a paid employment opportunity for students interested in promoting campus pride. The mascot makes regular appearances at campus,
community, and athletic events throughout the year.
The Buzz 75
Your campus experience should be an adventure! Explore all that UW-Superior and the Twin Ports have to offer, from campus life to local favorites. Accomplish
40? Earn an exclusive "Buzz 75" t-shirt! What will you check off first?! Learn more at Buzz 75.
Student Involvement Contact Information
Student Involvement
University of Wisconsin - Superior
Yellowjacket Union 155
Belknap and Catlin Ave.
P.O. Box 2000
Superior, WI 54880
Phone: 715-394-8444
Email:
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Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
First Nations Center
Gender Equity Resource Center (GERC)
Office of Multicultural Affairs (OMA)
Veteran and Nontraditional Student Center (VNSC)
Office of International Programs
First Nations Center
The [NAME:FIRSTNATIONSCENTER] , centrally located on the third floor of Swenson Hall (Swenson 2047), provides a space for Native students and other
students interested in Native American culture to gather, study and learn in a positive environment. The FNC staff provide students with advocacy, advisement,
and cultural counseling.
The Center serves as liaisons between the campus and the greater community to assist in raising awareness of Native American culture. As a part of Indian
Country, the First Nations Center works to build an understanding of Native American cultural world view in the region. Collaboratively, the FNC and the Native
student organization work with other departments on campus to provide Native American programs and events. (The university also provides a minor in First
Nations Studies.)
For more information call 715-394-8132 or visit www.uwsuper.edu/firstnationscenter.
Gender Equity Resource Center (GERC)
The Gender Equity Resource Center staff create a safe environment within the campus community for all genders. Services and opportunities include
exploration of diverse gender roles, education about gender and sexuality, and advocacy of equity for people of varying ages, economic statuses, cultural
backgrounds, races, physical abilities, genders, and sexual identities occurs. The program staff collaborate with many departments and student organizations to
provide programs and resources that empower students of all genders and sexual identities to have a successful college experience.
The Gender Equity Resource Center, located Swenson Hall 1031, is a welcoming place where advocates for gender equity, the LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bi-sexual,
trans+, queer/questioning) community, and allies can provide support and education to the campus about gender equity and sexual identities.
For more information contact 715-394-8091 , [email protected], or www.uwsuper.edu/genderequity.
Office of Multicultural Affairs (OMA)
The Office of Multicultural Affairs (OMA) is dedicated to the academic and social success of African American, American Indian, Asian American, and
Hispanic/Latino students while fostering a climate of respect for all people and cultures. The staff in OMA want students to have help with whatever needs arise;
a home away from home; a broadening of worldviews; experience with people and cultures other than their own.
Programs and Services:
The Office of Multicultural Affairs is proud to sponsor programs and events that enrich and honor the lives of not only American Indian, Asian American, African
American, and Hispanic/Latino American students, but the campus community as a whole. OMA programs and events help students make important
connections within the campus community, gain leadership skills, learn about diverse cultures and issues, and more.
The William 'Pope' Wright Jr. Student Center is located at Old Main, Room 232. It is a great place for students to study, to hold meetings, receptions, socials,
guest lecture, presentations, and so forth.
For more information, contact OMA at 715-394-8084 , [email protected], or www.uwsuper.edu/oma.
Veteran and Nontraditional Student Center (VNSC)
The Veteran and Nontraditional Student Center supports all nontraditional students (including veteran/military students and family members, students who are 25
or older, who have a spouse, and/or who have children) throughout their educational journey at UW-Superior.
The Center offers:
A place where veteran/military and nontraditional students can relax, study, use a computer, or talk with someone.
Programs, events and a culture that foster life-long learning which include an annual Veteran's Day Honoring Ceremony, Veterans Week events, the
annual Veterans Expo, Veterans Club, camping trips, VA and federal work study positions, parenting programs, and other engaging events.
Direct services including information about other campus and community, VA/GI Bill® benefit assistance, career preparation, and other helpful
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Direct services including information about other campus and community, VA/GI Bill® benefit assistance, career preparation, and other helpful
services programs.
Opportunities to bring students together, developing friendships and unity.
Childcare Subsidies to students with children who are enrolled in select childcare centers in Superior. The subsidy reduce the cost of childcare tuition
and is paid directly to the state licensed center. Students interested in a childcare subsidy can apply online.
Contact VNSC staff at 715-394-8406 , [email protected],Old Main Room 118, or www.uwsuper.edu/vnsc.
Office of International Programs
Office of International Programs
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New Student and Family Programs
WoW (Weekend of Welcome)
Dean of Students Office Contact Information
WoW (Weekend of Welcome)
This is students' crash course introduction to all things UW-Superior. During this event, you will find your niche on campus. Through your WoW group, you will
meet new people, make friends and connect with an upper-classmen who will serve as your Peer Leader. These friends will be with you as you find your way
around campus, attend educational sessions, and explore who you are at UW-Superior. All freshmen and transfer students coming in with 21 or fewer post high
school credits are required to attend WoW.
*Students entering in spring semester will attend Winter WoW.
Dean of Students Office Contact Information
Dean of Students Office
University of Wisconsin - Superior
Yellowjacket Union 140
Belknap and Catlin Ave.
P.O. Box 2000
Superior, WI 54880
Phone: 715-394-8244
Email:
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Recreation
Mission Statement
Programs
Aquatics
Challenge Course
Climbing Wall
Fitness/Wellness
Intramurals
Open Recreation
Outdoor Adventure
Sport Clubs
Facilities
Marcovich Wellness Center
Superior Challenge Ropes Courses
Campus Recreation Contact Information
Mission Statement
Through our programs and facilities, we provide an array of recreation and wellness opportunities that foster active and healthy lifestyles.
Through involvement with Campus Recreation students will:
Articulate the importance of physical activity for personal and professional balance and growth.
Communicate effectively and work towards a shared goal.
Apply necessary skills and abilities and be empowered to develop and mature.
Engage with other individuals from diverse backgrounds and perspectives, and learn to appreciate differences.
Programs
Aquatics
Located in the Marcovich Wellness Center, the National Bank of Commerce Climbing Wall is a fully accessible 25-yard pool staffed with friendly,
professional lifeguards who will ensure that you have a safe and positive aquatic experience. The pool is open in the early morning, noon, and in the late
afternoon/early evening for your convenience. Activities such as water basketball, open swimming, water aerobics, and lap swimming is offered.
Challenge Course
The Superior Challenge Ropes Course (SCRC) offers a series of activities designed for individual and group participation regardless of age,
physical/cognitive limitations, or ability. Participants develop skills in problem solving, communication, decision making, trust, as well as gain a strong
sense of self-worth and accomplishment.
The Superior Challenge Ropes Course experience also promotes calculated risk-taking, enhances leadership and management skills, facilitates
organizational change, and builds effective teams. Our outdoor facility at UW-Superior features 15 high elements, 9 low elements and a variety of
initiatives.
Climbing Wall
The National Bank of Commerce Climbing Wall is a 28-foot tall, state-of-the-art structure designed to challenge first-timers or avid climbers. We change
our routes every semester to maintain a high level of fun and challenge. No experience or equipment necessary. The climbing wall staff will outfit you with
all the necessary gear, instruction and encouragement you need.
Fitness/Wellness
The focus of our Fitness and Wellness programs are to serve the fitness needs of our campus community through various programs, including group
fitness and personal training. One of the goals of Campus Recreation is to provide instruction, programming, and training to promote health and fitness
awareness.
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Intramurals
Intramurals provides action packed activities for the entire campus community, featuring team and individual competitions throughout the school year.
Programs are designed to help students, faculty, and staff become more involved in recreational activities regardless of age, gender, skill level, or past
experience. Campus Recreation offers male, female, and co-recreational opportunities organized for various skill levels.
Open Recreation
Open Recreation offers students and Marcovich Wellness Center members the opportunity to participate in less structured, non-tournament recreation.
You must be a student or have an Marcovich Wellness Center membership to participate in open recreation. Open recreation times are subject to change
due to special events and facility maintenance. Throughout the year, space is regularly reserved for drop-in activities.
Outdoor Adventure
The Superior Adventures consists of Outdoor Adventure Trips, Outdoor Equipment Rental, Superior Challenge Ropes Course , and the National Bank of
Commerce Climbing Wall . The intent of Superior Adventures is to provide outdoor and social experiences emphasizing adventure, environmental
awareness, education, experiential learning challenge, personal development, safety, a sense of community and fun.
Sport Clubs
A Sport Club is a recognized student organization under the administration of the Campus Recreation Department. Each club is a student-based group
intended to provide recreational, competitive, and instructional opportunities in addition to those offered by intramurals, physical education programs, or
intercollegiate athletics.
Facilities
Marcovich Wellness Center
The Marcovich Wellness Center (MWC) houses the Health and Human Performance Department, Athletic programs, Student Health and Counseling
Services, and the Department of Campus Recreation. Used for academics, athletics, and recreation, the MWC features the Lydia C. Thering Fieldhouse
with indoor track, 2,000-seat Mertz Mortorelli Gymnasium, Toby and Sharon Marcovich Fitness Center, Minnesota Power Weight Room, exercise and
physiology lab, classrooms, racquetball courts, National Bank of Commerce Climbing Wall, Joan Hedrick Swimming Pool, dance studio, and offices for all
four departments.
Superior Challenge Ropes Courses
The Superior Challenge Ropes Course is located just west of Siinto S. Wessman Arena. It includes high and local ropes elements to accommodate any
skill level. The course offers a series of activities for both individual and group participation regardless of age, physical limitation or ability. This facility is
open by reservation only.
Campus Recreation Contact Information
Campus Recreation
University of Wisconsin - Superior
Marcovich Wellness Center
Belknap and Catlin Ave.
P.O. Box 2000
Superior, WI 54880
Phone: 715-395-4610
Email:
Building Hours:
Academic Year
Monday - Thursday: 6:00am-11:00pm
Friday: 6:00am-10:00pm
Saturday: 10:00am-6:00pm
Sunday: 12:00noon-10:00pm
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Residence Life
Mission Statement
Student Learning Outcomes
Residence Halls
Application Procedure
Room and Board Costs
Residence Life Contact Information
Mission Statement
Residence Life commits to supporting the liberal arts environment by providing students with an engaging on-campus living experience in a safe, inclusive
community while promoting personal and academic growth through caring stewardship.
Student Learning Outcomes
During your on-campus living experience, you will:
Gain practical life skills
Demonstrate academic success
Become interculturally aware
Exhibit socially responsible behavior
Integrate life and academic experiences
Residence Halls
On-campus living exposes students to new ideas, people and cultures. Residential living also promotes interpersonal development, co-curricular engagement,
student involvement and academic success.
UW-Superior offers a range of options for students living in university residence halls. All rooms are furnished and equipped with cable TV, and have wired and
wireless internet service.
The UW System Board of Regents requires students to live in a university residence hall and to participate in a university meal plan, if the students are:
first-year students or sophomores and are (students who have not earned at least 56 semester credits by the first day of classes in student's first year)
and ARE under the age of 20 by the first day of classes fall semester,
not veterans,
not married and/or legally dependent children,
not living with a parent or guardian within 35 miles of campus (with a commuter card on file with the Residence Life Office).
Application Procedure
Students who complete the admission process will be prompted to complete the online contract, roommate and room selection process in Live@UWS. Please
go to Residence Life for additional information.
Room and Board Costs
See the Residence Life Fees.
Residence Life Contact Information
Residence Life
University of Wisconsin - Superior
Yellowjacket Union 140
Belknap and Catlin Ave.
P.O. Box 2000
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Student Government
About Student Government
Student Government Association Contact Information
About Student Government
The Student Government Association (SGA) is the voice of UW-Superior students, representing student interests in the governance of the university. The SGA
works in alliance with the administration, faculty, staff, students, and student organizations in order to provide the best possible university environment and
educational experience at UW-Superior. All UW-Superior students are eligible to participate in SGA through elected or appointed positions or by sitting on
campus committees.
Student Government Association Contact Information
Student Government Association
University of Wisconsin - Superior
Yellowjacket Union 156
Belknap and Catlin Ave.
P.O. Box 2000
Superior, WI 54880
Email:
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Well-Being, Health, and Counseling
Pruitt Center for Mindfulness and Well-Being
Student Health and Counseling Services
Pruitt Center for Mindfulness and Well-Being Contact Information
Pruitt Center for Mindfulness and Well-Being
The Pruitt Center for Mindfulness and Well-Being is committed to advancing the science and practice of mindfulness and well-being, utilizing a multidimensional
framework that recognizes a diverse population within the UW-Superior campus and surrounding region. The following are offered through the center:
Mindfulness and well-being resources and expertise
Learning projects
Personal/professional development activities
Student Health and Counseling Services
Student Health and Counseling Services operates out of the Marcovich Wellness Center. SHCS offers services both on-campus and off-campus to eligible
UW-Superior students. On campus services include free counseling, health education services and referrals. Off-campus services include medical services at
the UW-Superior contracted medical providers for physical, reproductive and psychiatric care. Please check UW-Superior Student Health and Counseling
Services for the listing of current providers and medical procedures covered.
Pruitt Center for Mindfulness and Well-Being Contact Information
Pruitt Center for Mindfulness and Well-Being
University of Wisconsin - Superior
Swenson Hall 3117
Belknap and Catlin Ave.
P.O. Box 2000
Superior, WI 54880
Phone: 715-394-8094
Email:
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Yellowjacket Union
Yellowjacket Union (YU)
Dining Services
Bookstore
Yellowjacket Union Contact Information
Yellowjacket Union (YU)
The Yellowjacket Union (YU) is a vibrant, energetic place where friends meet at UW-Superior to learn, eat, relax and play.
The Yellowjacket Union engages the campus community by providing facilities, services, programs and involvement opportunities that promote student
development, reinforce educational goals and foster inclusiveness.
Dining Services
Mission Statement
Campus dining is an integral part of the University experience. Our mission is to provide fresh, great tasting food and excellent service that offers customers fun
and flexible dining options.
Information
All students, faculty and staff may eat in any of the dining service areas located in the Yellowjacket Union. Students with a meal plan eat most of their meals in
the all-you-can-eat Union Café and may use retail operations according to the terms of their respective meal plan contracts. We accept meal plans, 'Jacket
Cash, U.S. dollars and debit/credit cards at all dining locations. Students who are required to live in the residence halls are also required to sign up for a meal
plan. Contracts are available from Residence Life or at the Yellowjacket Union Desk. A contract must be completed before meal plan services may be used.
Bookstore
Mission Statement
UW-Superior's 'Jacket Book and Supply provides an inviting, collegiate atmosphere offering valuable services and merchandise in a convenient and competitive
manner while promoting growth opportunities for students and enriching campus community.
Hours of Operation
'Jacket Book and Supply is open Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Monday-Friday during the fall and spring terms. During the summer we are open
from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. We offer extended times during special events on campus. Watch our website for those times.
Products Sold
We are your connection for all your textbook needs along with logo and alumni merchandise, gifts, gift cards, art, school and office supplies and grocery and
snack needs.
Book Costs
We offer used and new textbooks and also a wide selection of required books as a rental option. Students can pay for their textbook and classroom supplies
with cash, check, credit card, or they can be charged directly to their student account. All of our textbook information is posted on our web site prior to the first
day of registration for the upcoming term.
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Yellowjacket Union Contact Information
Yellowjacket Union
University of Wisconsin - Superior
Yellowjacket Union
Belknap and Catlin Ave.
P.O. Box 2000
Superior, WI 54880
Phone: 715-394-8244
Email:
@uwsuper.edu
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Faculty, Staff, Administration
Alumni Association
Emeriti Faculty and Staff
Faculty and Staff Directory
Foundation
UW System and UW-Superior Administrators
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Alumni Association
UW-Superior Alumni Association
Alumni Association Contact Information
UW-Superior Alumni Association
The UW-Superior Alumni Association offers many ways to stay connected and engaged. From local and national events, to travel opportunities and discounted
insurance, alumni and friends can enjoy the great benefits of being a part of the Yellowjackets community.
For more information, please visit uwsuper.edu/alumni/association – Go 'Jackets!
Alumni Association Contact Information
Alumni Association
University of Wisconsin - Superior
Old Main 237
Belknap and Catlin Ave.
P.O. Box 2000
Superior, WI 54880
Phone: 715-394-8452
Email:
Office Hours:
8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. M-F
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Emeriti Faculty and Staff
Emeriti Faculty and Staff List
Emeriti Policy
Emeriti Faculty and Staff List
Bernhard Abrahamsson, Ph.D., Economics
Dorothy Anway, Ph.D., Mathematics and Computer Science
Gail Archambault, B.S., Director, Yellowjacket Union
Donald Bahnick, Ph.D., Chemistry
Karen Bahnick, Ph.D., Economics and German
Mary Balcer, Ph.D., Biology
Diane Balko, M.M., Music
Harris L. Balko, M.A., Music
Michael R. Ball, Ph.D., Sociology
Lowell W. Banks, M.E., Registrar, Education
Alvin "Chip" Beal, M.Ed., Director, Multicultural Affairs
Robert Beam, Ph.D., Economics
David Beran, D.A., Mathematics
Hal Bertilson, Ph.D., Psychology
Joan Bischoff, Ph.D., English
Janet Blair, Academic Dept. Associate
Anthony B. Bukoski, Ph.D., English
Thomas A. Bumgardner, D.M.A., Music
Bob Carmack, M.A., Library Science
David W. Carroll, Ph.D., Psychology
Richard D. Carter, Ph.D., Educational Administration
Robert Comstock, M.Ed., Director of Financial Aid
Gail Craig, Ed.D., Teacher Education
Ella Cross, M.L.I.S., University Library
Timothy Crow, PhD., German and Spanish
Donald M. Dailey, M.S., Physics
Rhea S. Das, Ph.D., Psychology
Edmond B. Dennery, Ph.D., Biology
Albert B. Dickas, Ph.D., Geology
Judy Anne Dwyer, M.S.W., Social Work
Julius E. Erlenbach, Ph.D., Chancellor, Music Education
Francis Florey, Ph.D., Mathematics
Noel Francisco, Ph.D., Sociology
Randy Gabrys-Alexson, Ph.D., Biology
Beth Gilbert, Ph.D., Biology
George E. Gott, M.A., English
James R. Grittner, M.F.A., Visual Arts
Barbara Hamann, Ph.D., Health Education
Richard A. Hanson, Ed.D., Teacher Education
Thomas C. Hartman, Ph.D., History and Mediterranean Studies
Richard H. Heim, M.S., Library Science
Jerry Hembd, Ph.D., Business and Economics
James A. Holter, M.S., Education
Joseph W. Horton, Ph.D., Chemistry
Richard H. Hudelson, Ph.D., Philosophy
Bernard O. Hughes, Ed.D., Education
Barbara L. Johnson, Ed.D., Business Administration
Carl C. Johnson, M.S.L.S., Library
Joy Johnson, Chancellor's Office
Marshall Johnson, Ph.D., Social Inquiry
Robert E. Jordan, Ph.D., Accounting
Albert M. Katz, Ph.D., Communicating Arts
Darol L. Kaufmann, Ph.D., Biology
Paul D. Keeney, Ph.D., Educational Administration
Gary Keveles, Ph.D., Criminal Justice and Human Behavior
Robert Kosuth, Director of the Kobe Yamate English Program
Robert D. Krey, Ph.D., Education Administration
Emily Levings, University Services Associate
Susan E. Loonsk, M.A., M.A.T.P., Art Therapy
Paul W. Lukens, Jr., Ph.D., Biology
Peggy V. Marciniec, Ed.D., Writing and Library Science
Joseph Meidt, Music
Mark Merrill, IS Tech Services
Frank H. Meyer, M.A., Physics
Karl Meyer, Ph.D., Chancellor
Nancy M. Minahan, Ph.D., Psychology
Karl T. A. Moravek, M.Ed., Director of Career Planning and Placement
Robert D. Morden, Ph.D., Biology
Steve Nelson, B.S., Athletic Director
Debra Nordgren, M.S.E., Library Science
Peter Nordgren, Ph.D., Educational Policies and Administration
George O. Parker, Ed.D., Business and Economics
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Stewart A. Platner, M.F.A., Communicating Arts
Walter C. Prentice, Ph.D., Teacher Education
Roger L. Prescott, Ph.D., Human Performance and Health Promotion
Mary Pulford, Ph.D., Anthropology
Kenneth Raihala, Facilities
Kenneth L. Redding, Ed.D., Education Administration
Charles J. Reichert, M.S., Accounting
Rhoda Robinson, Ed.D., Educational Leadership
Ronald K. Roubal, Ph.D., Chemistry
John J. Rusch, Ed.D., Teacher Education
Cecilia E. Schrenker, Ph.D., Writing and Library Science
Ralph Seelke, Ph.D., Biology and Natural Sciences
Norma J. Stevlingson, D.M.A., Music
Barton Sutter, M.A., Writing and Library Science
William A. Swenson, Ph.D., Biology
Winnifred J. Taylor, Ph.D., Counselor Education
Lydia C. Thering, Ed.D., Physical Education
Gloria I. Toivola, Ph.D., Political Science
Richard Walker, Ed.D., Education
Michael J. Wallschlaeger, Ph.D., Educational Administration
Donald G. Weyers, M.A., Mathematics
Paul L. Williams, Ph.D., Mathematics
Robert D. Williams, Ph.D., English
Emeriti Policy
University of Wisconsin-Superior Policy
Effective 1-14-2016
DESIGNATION OF EMERITUS/EMERITA STATUS
INTRODUCTION
Emeritus/emerita status is an honor bestowed by the Chancellor in recognition of past contributions to the university. Emeritus/emerita
appointments confer no monetary advantages, and are not granted automatically upon retirement. Emeritus/emerita status is limited to faculty,
academic staff, limited appointees and University Staff permanently retiring from the University of Wisconsin-Superior.
a.
1.
ELIGIBILITY
Emeritus status may be awarded to a retiring person who:
Is retiring permanently and eligible for the University retirement annuity;i.
Has ten years or the full time equivalent of service to the University (ex: IAS who has taught 50% for 20 years; University Staff at 75%
for 14+ years, etc.)
Staff whose classification has changed (e.g. Classified who later becomes University staff, academic staff who becomes
faculty or University Staff who becomes academic staff) may count total years of service, not just the years in the latter
classification.
1.
ii.
a.
Has been nominated by a colleague, unit, department, dean, or director for emeritus/a status in writing.b.
2.
NOMINATION PROCESS
Faculty and/or staff must be nominated for emeritus/emerita status
It is usual that emeritus/a be granted prior to retirement or within three months of the nominees official retirement date.i.
a.
It is incumbent upon the person retiring
to make his or her wish to be considered for emeritus/emerita status known.i.
to request a letter of nomination for the status by a director, unit, department, colleague or dean who knows their work.ii.
b.
Nomination should include:
Name of retiree being nominated, position, department, and their start date at the university.i.
Expected date of retirement (copy of retirement letter).ii.
c.
If the nominee holds double or divided appointment with another department or unit, the nomination can come from either department or unit. It
is not necessary for both departments or units to submit a nomination.
d.
3.
PROCEDURES FOR GRANTING EMERITUS/A STATUS
For Faculty:
Nominations for emeritus/a status are forwarded to the department for review and vote. Approved nominations are submitted to the
Dean of Faculties and Graduate Studies who forwards the nomination, via the Provost, to the Chancellor.
i.
The Chancellor makes the final decision on granting emeritus/a status. Emeritus/a status will begin on the date of official retirement.ii.
a.
For Academic or University Staff:
Nominations for emeritus/a status are forwarded to the Personnel Compensation Committee (academic staff) or the University Staff
Senate (University staff) who forwards the nomination via the Provost, to the Chancellor.
i.
The Chancellor makes the final decision on granting emeritus/a status. Emeritus/a status will begin on the date of official retirement.ii.
b.
4.
PRIVILEGES
Award of emeritus/a status carries with it the faculty or staff members' title code at the time of retirement (e.g. Professor Emeritus/a, Academic
Advisor Emeritus/a, or University Program Associate Emeritus/a). In addition the following privileges are provided:
Each emeritus/a may obtain one "Emeritus/a" staff ID card at no cost. Replacement ID cards will need to be paid for by the individual.i.
Access to JDH Library resources including: borrowing, Universal Borrowing, interlibrary loan, access to data. bases/subscription
resources locally or offsite (proxy access).
ii.
Technology privileges such as continued email and campus wireless access.iii.
Access to campus recreation activities and MWC. memberships at special rates set by Campus Recreation.iv.
Complimentary entrance to University Theater productions.v.
Complimentary entrance to UW-Superior Music concerts.vi.
Complimentary entrance to regular season Athletic events.vii.
Emeriti may apply for parking permits on the same basis as currently employed faculty or staff. Permits for unreserved areas shall be
available at no cost or at a reduced rate (determined by Parking Services).
viii.
Listing with the faculty, academic or University Staff in catalogs and in the university directory.ix.
Invitation to participate in public ceremonies such as commencements, academic processions, and other ceremonies as appropriate.x.
a.
5.
CHANGES TO THIS POLICY
Any changes being proposed to this policy must be forwarded to and approved by each of the governance bodies (faculty, academic staff,
and University Staff) before changes can go into effect.
a.
6.
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Faculty and Staff Directory
PLEASE NOTE: Faculty and Staff Directory will be updated July, 2019.
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Foundation
Mission Statement
Board of Directors
Ex-Officio Board Members
UW-Superior Foundation Contact Information
Mission Statement
The mission of the University of Wisconsin-Superior Foundation Inc. is to secure, invest and manage financial resources that support exceptional opportunities
for the University of Wisconsin-Superior and its students, faculty and facilities.
Board of Directors
Louise Alholm, '81, Maple, WI
Dave Anderson, '78, Wausau, WI
Stefan Fletcher, '08, Madison, WI
Beth Gilbert, Superior, WI
Gary Harker, '69 Apple Valley, MN
Oddbjorg (Oddi) Hjellbakk, '89, Duluth, MN
Harold (Hal) Mattson, '68, Mission Viejo, CA
Terry Mattson, ’84, St. Paul, MN
Chad Matushak, '01, Superior, WI
Dean McCall, '80, Superior, WI
Michael Metcalf, '81, Vancouver, WA
Shaye Moris, Duluth, MN
Deborah Olson, '74, Eugene, OR
Ann Rock, '71, Duluth, MN
Avram Segall, New Paltz, NY
Jim Tomczak, Monticello, MN
Gregg Zank, '80, Midland, MI
Emeritus
Lydia Thering, Duluth, MN
Ex-Officio Board Members
Renée Wachter, Chancellor, University of Wisconsin-Superior
Jeanne Thompson, Vice Chancellor for Advancement, University of Wisconsin-Superior
UW-Superior Foundation Contact Information
UW-Superior Foundation
University of Wisconsin - Superior
Old Main 237
Belknap and Catlin Ave.
P.O. Box 2000
Superior, WI 54880
Phone: 715-394-8452
Email:
Office Hours:
8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. M-F
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UW System and UW-Superior Administrators
University of Wisconsin System Administrative Officers
University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents Members
UW-Superior Administrators
University of Wisconsin System Administrative Officers
Raymond W. Cross, President
Karen Schmitt, Interim Vice President for Academic and Student Affairs
Ben Passmore, Associate Vice President for Policy Analysis and Research
Carleen Vande Zande, Associate Vice President for Academic Programs and Educational Innovation (APEI)
Vicki C. Washington, Associate Vice President for Inclusivity, Diversity, Equity and Student Success (IDEASS)
Christina Navia, Associate Vice President for Student Success
Kristine Andrews, Associate Vice President for Federal Relations
David Brukardt, Interim Vice President of Corporate Relations and Economic Engagement
Sean Nelson, Vice President for Finance
Renee Stephenson, Assistant Vice President for Budget Development and Planning
Robert G. Cramer, Vice President for Administration
Ruth Anderson, Associate Vice President for Administrative Services
Steven Hopper, Associate Vice President for Learning and Information Technology Services (OLITS) and Chief Information Officer
David Alarie, Chief Technology Officer
Alex Roe, Associate Vice President for Capital Planning and Budget
Shenita Brokenburr, Senior Associate Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer
Jess Lathrop, Executive Director and Corporate Secretary to the Board of Regents
Lori Stortz, Chief Audit Executive
Quinn Williams, General Counsel
University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents Members
Robert Atwell (May 2017 - May 2024)
John Robert Behling, President (May 2012 - May 2019)
Scott Beightol (November 2018 - May 2023)
José Delgado (May 2014 - May 2021)
Michael M. Grebe (June 2015 - May 2022)
Eve Hall (May 2014 - May 2021)
Mike Jones (May 2017 - May 2024)
Tracey L. Klein (May 2016 - May 2023)
Regina Millner (May 2012 - May 2019)
Janice Mueller (June 2013 - May 2020)
Drew Petersen, Vice President (May 2015 - May 2020
Cris Peterson (May 2018 - May 2025)
Jason R. Plante (March 2018 - May 2020)
Ryan L. Ring (May 2017 - May 2019)
Carolyn Stanford Taylor, Ex Officio Member (State Superintendent; January 2019 – Present)
Torrey Tiedeman (December 2018 – May 2020)
S. Mark Tyler, Ex Officio Member (WTCS Board President; July 2017 – Present)
Gerald Whitburn (May 2018 – May 2025)
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UW-Superior Administrators
Renée Wachter, Ph.D., Chancellor
Jackie Weissenburger, Ph.D., Interim Provost/Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs
Jayant Anand, Ph.D., Interim Dean of Academic Affairs
Nick Danz, Ph.D., Associate Dean of Academic Affairs
Wendy Kropid, Ph.D., Interim Assistant Dean for Educator Preparation Programs
Michael Bartlett, M.Math., Interim Director of Library and Digital Strategies
Jamie White-Farnham, Ph.D., Director, Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning (CETL) and Assessment
Kathryn Guimond, M.Ed., Director of Continuing Education
Andrew Donahue, M.B.A. and M.I.M., Director of Small Business Development Center
Emily Neumann, M.Ed., Director of Institutional Research and Sponsored Programs
Jenice Meyer, M.S.Ed., Director, Center of Community Engaged Learning and Academic Planner
Matthew TenEyck, Ph.D., Director of Lake Superior Research Institute
Erika Washburn, Ph.D., Director of Lake Superior Natural Estuarine Research Reserve
Richard Stewart, Ph.D., Director of Transportation and Logistics Research Center and Co-Director of Great Lakes Maritime Research Institute
Jordan Milan, M.B.A., Director of Strategic Communications and Special Assistant to the Chancellor
Brenda Harms, Ph.D., Interim Vice Chancellor for Enrollment Management
Donna Dahlvang, M.B.A., Director, Financial Aid
Jeff Kirschling, M.S.E., Registrar
Tammi Reijo, B.S., Bursar
Cortney Alexander-Doyle, M.S., Director, Academic Advising, Career Services and Educational Success Center
Mickey Fitch-Collins, M.S., Assistant Director, Educational Success Center
Michelle Gutsch, Ph.D., Director of McNair Scholars Program
Nick Bursik, M.B.A., Athletics Director
Lynn Deadrick, M.S. Ed., Assistant Director of Athletics and Head Women’s Volleyball Coach
Kristine Patterson, B.S., Director of Campus Recreation
Nicholas Donahue, M.S., Assistant Director of Campus Recreation
Jeremy Nere, M.B.A., Director of Admissions
Mark MacLean, M.A., Director of International Admissions
Harry Anderson, M.S., Dean of Students
Tammy Fanning, M.S., Associate Dean of Students
Ryan Kreuser, B.S., Director of Residence Life
Jen Bird, M.S.Ed., Director of Student Development
Allison Garver, M.S.Ed., Assistant Director of Student Involvement
Ethan Russom, M.Ed., Assistant Director, Yellowjacket Union
Randy Barker, Interim Director of Mindfulness and Well-being
Jerel Benton, Ed.D., Director of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusivity and Senior Diversity Officer
Kat Werchouski, M.S., Assistant Director of Equity, Diversity and Inclusivity
Jeanne Thompson, M.A., Vice Chancellor for University Advancement
Heather Thompson, B.S., Interim Director of Alumni Relations
Jeff Kahler, M.B.A., Vice Chancellor for Administration and Finance
Tom Janicki, M.S., Interim Chief Information Officer
Robert Waksdahl, B.S., Controller
Dustin Johnson, M.F.A., Director of Facilities Management
Steven Kirk, B.S., Director of Wessman Arena
Gary Gulbrandson, B.S., Director, Public Safety and Parking Services
Lindsey Dahlberg, M.E.H.S., Director, Environmental Health & Safety
Cory Kempf, B.A., Director of Human Resources
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General University Information
Assessment
Education Options
Force of Publication
Graduate Studies Disclaimer
History of UW-Superior
Introduction
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Assessment
Assessment
Academic Program Assessment
University Studies Assessment
Co-Curricular Assessment
Assessment
UW-Superior is committed to assessing student learning for accreditation compliance and continuing improvement of teaching and learning. Assessment is
based on three Student Learning Goals established in 2014:
Communication1.
Individual and Social Responsibility2.
Creative and Critical Thinking3.
See full explanation of Goals at www.uwsuper.edu/assessment.
The University engages in several best practices for assessment, including:
outcomes-based learning, direct assessment of student work by faculty/staff, and the participation of faculty and staff. All faculty and staff participate in the
assessment of student learning in three educational contexts:
Academic Program (majors and minors)1.
University Studies2.
Co-Curricular Units such as Student Affairs3.
Academic Program Assessment
Assessment of student learning takes place annually in each academic department/program. Faculty and instructional staff are themselves responsible
for assessing their students' learning, analyzing the results, and making changes to the curriculum if deemed necessary. Academic programs may
simultaneously assess a UW-Superior Student Learning Goal and a specialized program goal. Mainly, assessment in academic programs occurs during
students' Senior Capstones.
University Studies Assessment
The University Studies curriculum also delivers the Student Learning Goals, and the categories within the program are assessed annually by the
instructors who teach in the relevant category. The University Studies committee also approves and reviews course materials to ensure they meet the
criteria for inclusion and participation in assessment.
Co-Curricular Assessment
Campus-wide, various units support student learning outside of the classroom, through student employment, programming, and events. These units also
deliver the Student Learning Goals and have begun using surveys to understand their impact on students' learning.
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Education Options
Programs leading to a degree
Academic outreach programs and other learning programs
Pre-college programs
Programs leading to a degree
UW-Superior offers many options to accommodate the education needs of traditional and nontraditional students.
Undergraduate (Bachelor's Degree): Academic programs of at least 120 semester credits leading to a Bachelor's Degree.
Online Learning: Selected academic programs offered through a flexible program of study that does not require on-campus class attendance. Distance
Learning students complete academic work through online and other communication technologies.
Graduate Studies: Academic programs leading to a Master of Arts, Master of Science in Education or Specialist in Education degree.
Associate Degree: A 60-semester-credit program leading to an Associate Degree.
Academic outreach programs and other learning programs
Continuing Education/Extension: Credit and noncredit classes and workshops for people seeking continuing professional education and lifelong learning.
Online Learning: Complete a bachelor's degree from home through the Online Learning or enroll in individual online courses.
Special Adult Students: Anyone taking courses at UW-Superior but not seeking a degree.
Pre-college programs
Youth Options
The Youth Options program enables high school juniors and seniors to enroll in one or more courses at an institution of higher education in Wisconsin.
School districts are required to pay the cost of tuition, books and fees and to determine whether the course satisfies state graduation and high school credit
requirements.
For more information, see the Admissions section of this catalog or contact the UW-Superior Admissions Office at 715-394-8230 or [email protected].
Upward Bound
UW-Superior offers the Upward Bound program for eligible students attending Superior High School who face challenges in pursuing higher education without
additional support.
During the academic year, students receive tutoring, counseling and study skills training to help them improve their grades and self-confidence. They also visit
college campuses, attend plays, concerts and lectures; and build relationships through social, recreational and cultural activities.
During the summer Upward Bound students participate in a six-week residency program on the UW-Superior campus.
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Force of Publication
Force of Publication
Curriculum Changes
Force of Publication
The statements set forth in this catalog are for informational purposes only and should not be construed as the basis of a contract between a student and this
institution.
While the provisions of this catalog will ordinarily be applied as stated, University of Wisconsin-Superior reserves the right to change any provision listed in this
catalog, including but not limited to academic requirements for graduation and schedules for course offerings without actual notice to individual students.
Every effort will be made to keep students advised of any such changes. Information on changes will be made available in the Office of the Chancellor, academic
departments, Registrar's Office and Admissions Office.
It is especially important that students note it is their responsibility to keep themselves apprised of current graduation requirements for their particular degree
program. Degree Progress Reports are available electronically through the E-Hive to help students stay current with degree/major/minor requirements.
This catalog is prepared to enable prospective and enrolled students, and others, to learn about the University of Wisconsin-Superior. It is also intended to
explain policies, requirements, regulations and procedures in a manner that will help the student progress through the university. Faculty, advisors and staff at
the University of Wisconsin-Superior will provide assistance, but ultimately the responsibility for compliance rests with the student.
Curriculum Changes
The new knowledge continually emerging in the field of education, changing concepts in the presentation of this knowledge and consideration of certification
requirements may necessitate certain changes in the curriculum of a given department. However, when such changes are anticipated or made after careful
review and evaluation, full consideration will have been given to the impact these changes might have on the student's overall academic program during her or
his period of matriculation. Consideration will also be given to the impact of any changes on the faculty and the institution as a whole.
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Graduate Studies Disclaimer
The policies and procedures in the undergraduate section of the catalog apply to graduate students unless explicitly stated otherwise in the graduate section of
the catalog.
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History of UW-Superior
UW-Superior traces its roots to 1893, when state legislators established Superior Normal School to train teachers. The institution grew steadily, becoming
Superior State Teachers College in 1926 and granting its first bachelor's degree in Education. Graduate programs were added following World War II. In 1951,
the Board of Regents changed the institution's name to Wisconsin State College-Superior to better reflect its broader role.
The college assumed university status in 1964 and was renamed Wisconsin State University-Superior. In 1971 it became part of the University of Wisconsin
System and assumed its present name. In 1998, UW-Superior was designated Wisconsin's Pubic Liberal Arts College by the University of Wisconsin System
Board of Regents.
UW-Superior's enrollment is approximately 2,600 students. Most come from cities throughout Wisconsin and Minnesota, but the campus community also
includes students from many other states as well as countries around the world. They enjoy a student-to-faculty ratio of approximately 1:1 and 18 students is the
average class size, allowing for the opportunity to work closely with faculty who are leaders in their fields.
Along with traditional campus programs, UW-Superior offers a variety of learning programs to meet the varied needs of people in Wisconsin and around the
country. Flexible and affordable online learning options enable people to complete a bachelor's or master's degree from their homes. The Center for Continuing
Education offers a wide array of courses and certificate programs that make university expertise available to people throughout the region.
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Introduction
Welcome to UW-Superior
Our Mission
Arrange a Campus Visit
Our University
Our Community
Welcome to UW-Superior
The General Catalog 2019-2021 describes the university's undergraduate and graduate academic programs, courses and procedures. It provides information
you need to apply for admission, financial aid and campus housing, pay tuition and fees, and take full advantage of the student services we provide.
Our Mission
The University of Wisconsin-Superior fosters intellectual growth and career preparation within a liberal arts tradition that emphasizes individual attention,
embodies respect for diverse cultures and multiple voices, and engages the community and region. To accomplish these ends, the university will:
Provide students with a carefully articulated and comprehensive foundation in liberal studies as a base for all degree programs.1.
Award associate and baccalaureate degrees in selected fields in education, arts, humanities, sciences, social sciences, business, and pre-professional
programs.
2.
Offer graduate programs in areas associated with its undergraduate emphases and strengths.3.
Extend its undergraduate and graduate resources beyond the boundaries of the campus through alternative delivery of programs.4.
Expect scholarly activity, including research, scholarship and creative endeavor, that supports its programs at the associate and baccalaureate degree
levels, its selected graduate programs, and its special mission.
5.
Maintain an inclusive campus community that challenges students to develop their intellectual, personal, cultural, and social competencies.6.
Engage in appropriate inter-institutional relationships and community partnerships to enhance educational and service opportunities.7.
Foster, with the University of Wisconsin-Extension, the development of cooperative and general outreach programming and the integration of the
Extension function with that of this institution.
8.
Arrange a Campus Visit
If you're considering applying to UW-Superior, we urge you to visit us. An admissions counselor will meet with you and your family to answer all your questions.
You can learn more about financial aid, tour campus, talk to current students, sit in on a class, talk to professors, or meet with an athletic coach.
To arrange a guided campus visit, contact our Admissions Office by calling 715-394-8230 , e-mailing [email protected], or online at
uwsuper.edu/visit. Additional admissions information for undergraduate and graduate students is available online at www.uwsuper.edu/admissions.
Our University
The University of Wisconsin-Superior helps students attain the knowledge, skills and experiences to succeed in their careers and beyond. We do that by
focusing on our strengths: small classes, world-class research facilities, renowned performing arts centers, one-on-one contact with professors, an emphasis on
active learning, and a supportive environment. The university is one of 13 comprehensive universities in the University of Wisconsin System and it shares in the
UW System mission. UW-Superior is designated Wisconsin's Public Liberal Arts College by the University of Wisconsin System's Board of Regents and is a
member of the Council of Public Liberal Arts Colleges.
Our Community
Superior offers the convenience of city living and the year-round recreational opportunities of the Northland.
Situated in the northwest corner of Wisconsin, Superior overlooks the western tip of Lake Superior. This historic city of 27,000 remains an important Great
Lakes port and transportation hub while also providing jobs in manufacturing, retail and education. The city combines with neighboring Duluth, Minnesota, to
provide a rich metro setting with live entertainment and shopping as well as numerous opportunities for internships and careers.
The city is located just five minutes from Duluth and Lake Superior, and just a short drive from fishing, hiking, skiing, biking and other outdoor activities.
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Governance, Accreditation and Approved Programs,
Laws
Accreditations
Laws
UW System
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Accreditations
The University of Wisconsin-Superior is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), one of six regional accreditation organizations recognized by
the United States Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
Being accredited by the HLC is a sign of quality to the general public that also allows the university to receive student aid and scholarship money.
UW-Superior has been accredited continuously since 1916.
Accreditation by the HLC and by other nationally recognized agencies assurance to the public, in particular to prospective students, that an institution has
been found to meet the agency's clearly stated requirements and criteria and that there are reasonable grounds for believing that it will continue to meet them.
Individual academic programs and departments are accredited or approved, as noted in respective sections of this catalog by:
Association of Small Business Development Centers
Council on Social Work Education -- Social Work
National Association of Schools of Music -- Music
Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction: Educator Preparation (Teacher, Administrator, Pupil Services) -- Teacher Education
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Laws
Equal Opportunities in Education
Use and Disclosure of Social Security Number
Authorization to Enroll International Students
Consumer Information
Privacy of Records
Program Integrity
Equal Opportunities in Education
University of Wisconsin-Superior is an equal opportunity educator in accordance with Wisconsin statute 36.12 governing the University of Wisconsin System,
which states: "No student may be denied admission to, participation in or the benefits of or be discriminated against in any service, program, course or facility of
the system or its institutions or centers because of the student's race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, disability, ancestry, age, sexual orientation,
pregnancy marital status or parental status." (89-90 Wis. Stats). The statute further states that if there is a complaint against the institution alleging student
discrimination, the complainant must file the complaint with the institution within 300 days of the alleged violation.
The University offers classroom instruction and educational services in compliance with federal legislation including Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title
IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and the Civil Rights
Restoration Act of 1987.
The University seeks to maintain a positive educational environment and regards sexual harassment of any student by other students or members of the faculty
or staff as unacceptable behavior as defined in the Sexual Harassment Policy approved by the University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents on May 8,
1981.
Complaints regarding alleged discrimination or harassment should be addressed to the Director of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, Old Main Room 208,
715-394-8015 or [email protected]. The initial contact is confidential and may be limited to requests for information abut discrimination/sexual harassment
policies and procedures, discussion of existing situations and/or options for resolving complaints. These options include resolutions by mutual consent or by
filing a written complaint.
Use and Disclosure of Social Security Number
Federal law allows the UW System to request and use the Social Security number (20 U.S.C., Section 1232g).
Disclosure of that social security number is voluntary. Applications received without it will be processed, and another form of student identifier number will be
assigned. However, failure to provide the social security number may result in denial of services or benefits.
Authorization to Enroll International Students
In compliance with the Immigration and Nationality Act (P.L. 87-195), UW-Superior publishes the following statement: "This school is authorized under federal
law to enroll non-immigrant alien students."
Consumer Information
Information required under the Higher Education Act of 1965, as amended, Title IV parts 668, 674, 675, 676, 682, 690, and 692 regarding, but not limited to,
eligibility and criteria for receiving and availability of financial aid, rights and responsibilities of those receiving financial aid, standards of progress, terms of
payment, repayment schedules for those receiving financial aid, conditions of employment related to financial aid, total educational costs of attending
UW-Superior and refund policies can be obtained from the Financial Aid Office, Old Main 110, 715-394-8220 or [email protected].
UW-Superior veteran enrollment requirements and standards of progress information are available from the Registrar's Office, Old Main Room 139,
715-394-8228 or [email protected].
The University is required through state statute (Assembly Bill 431) to share statistics with current students concerning crimes on campus and reported campus
incidents of sexual assault and date rape. As required by law, this information is distributed annually to students through the UW-Superior website. In addition,
federal laws, Student Right to Know Law and the "Campus Security Act" requires the university to inform prospective as well as current students of similar crime
statistics and information on student graduation rates. This information is distributed annually to students through the UW System Introduction and UW-Superior
website.
The University is required to provide annually to every student and employee information concerning the university's policies on illicit drugs and alcohol. In
compliance with the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act amendments of 1989, UW-Superior publishes and distributes this information annually. Additional
information is available on the university's website or may be obtained from the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Campus Life/Dean of Students at the
Yellowjacket Union, 715-394-8241 .
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Privacy of Records
The University ensures students access to their official University records and maintains the confidentiality of personally identifiable information in accord with
federal law. The university's privacy policy implementing the requirements of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) is available at
www.uwsuper.edu/registrar.
Program Integrity
Pursuant to the United States Department of Education's Program Integrity Rule, an individual may file a complaint against any of University of Wisconsin
System's public institutions alleging a violation of one or more of the following categories with the University of Wisconsin System Administration ("UWSA").
Complaints that allege a violation of state consumer protection laws that include but are not limited to fraud and false advertising;
Complaints that allege a violation of state law or rule relating to the licensure of post secondary institutions; and/or
Complaints relating to the quality of education or other State or accreditation requirements.
Under the UWSA policies and procedures, an individual should utilize the institution's internal complaint or review policies and procedures through the Office of
the Vice Chancellor for Campus Life/Dean of Students at the Yellowjacket Union, 715-394-8241 or [email protected], prior to contacting the UWSA. If a
resolution is not reached at the institution level, or if you believe that the nature of the complaint or its impact on the system as a whole warrants an immediate
review by the University of Wisconsin System Administration, please contact the University of Wisconsin System Administration - Office of Academic, Faculty
and Global Programs (AFGP) [email protected] or call 608-262-5862 .
The university is required to provide all prospective and current students with the contact information of the state agency or agencies that handle complaints
against post secondary education institutions offering distance learning or correspondence education within that state. Students are encouraged to utilize the
institution's internal complaint or review policies and procedures through the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Campus Life/Dean of Students at the Yellowjacket
Union, 715-394-8241 or [email protected], prior to filing a complaint with the state agency or agencies. A list of contacts from each state in which a student
may file a complaint is available at http://www.sheeo.org.
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UW System
The mission of the University of Wisconsin System is to develop human resources, to discover and disseminate knowledge, to extend knowledge and its
application beyond the boundaries of its campuses, and to serve and stimulate society by developing in students heightened intellectual, cultural, and humane
sensitivities, scientific, professional, and technological expertise and a sense of purpose. Inherent in this broad mission are methods of instruction, research,
extended training, and public service designed to educate people and improve the human condition. Basic to every purpose of the system is the search for truth.
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Student Services
Admissions
Career Services
Cashier (Bursar)
Center for Academic Advising
Educational Success Center
Financial Aid
Office of International Programs
Online Learning
Registrar
Writing Center
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Admissions
Mission Statement
Apply online
Visit our campus
Admissions categories
Freshmen Students
Transfer Students
International Students (Undergraduate)
Special Students
Special Auditing Students
Continuing Education Special Students
Advanced Placement
Project Lead the Way
Mission Statement
The Admissions Office develops and implements outreach, application and selection initiatives to meet the needs of our continuously changing student
populations and support the mission and values of the university.
Apply online
The University of Wisconsin-Superior supports the UW System application for admission. Students may apply online at https://apply.wisconsin.edu.
Visit our campus
We encourage prospective students to visit our campus regardless of what stage in the college search process the student is in. The mission of our office
supports tailoring that visit experience to meet a student’s unique needs and interests.
Admissions categories
Admissions requirements vary for different students. Common student types or admissions categories are defined below:
Freshmen Students: Graduates of high schools in the United States or those who have received a GED or HSED who have not attended another university,
technical college or other school after high school. Students who have earned college credits while in high school are considered Freshmen for admission and
scholarship purposes, despite transferring in college credit.
Transfer Students: Students who have attempted or earned any college-level credit after graduating high school or completing their GED or HSED.
International Students: Any student who is in, or intends to apply for, a nonimmigrant status such as F-1 or J-1.
Special Students: Anyone taking courses who does not wish to earn a degree. Special students are not eligible for financial aid.
Special Students Auditing a Course: Anyone who wished to enroll in a class and not receive credit or a grade. Auditing students are expected to attend class
regularly, but will not be expected to submit assignments or take examinations. Audited courses do not count toward a degree and cannot be converted to credit
after the last day to add classes.
Continuing Education Special Students: Prospective, non-degree seeking students who wish to enroll in Continuing Education credit programming.
High School College Credit: High school students who meet UW-Superior requirements can earn college credit through the Early College Credit Program
(ECCP). To take courses through ECCP you must be a high school student at a public or private high school in Wisconsin. Under ECCP, the costs of the courses
are shared among the institute of higher education, the school district or private school, the state, and in some cases the student's family.
Advanced Placement: High school seniors who have completed college-level courses through the College Board's Advanced Placement Programs. See how
Advanced Placement classes will transfer.
Graduate Students: See the Graduate Studies portion of this catalog.
Freshmen Students
Admissions Requirements
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A completed UW System application.1.
Official high school transcript2.
Non-refundable application fee3.
Official ACT or SAT scores sent directly from ACT/SAT4.
Applicants for admission as new first year students must satisfy the following minimum requirements to be considered:
Graduation from a recognized high school or the equivalent.
A recognized high school is
Accredited by a regional accrediting association or state university.1.
Recognized or accredited by a state department of public instruction or its equivalent.2.
1.
1.
An applicant who has not graduated from a recognized high school must provide evidence of satisfactory completion of the requirements for a high school
equivalency certificate or a diploma from a recognized high school, school system, or state department of public instruction based on the GED examination, the
Wisconsin High School Equivalency Diploma, or other established criteria. Applicants from alternative educational backgrounds, including home-schooled
students, should contact the Admissions Office for specific information. Additional documents, testing, and a personal interview may be required. Home-school
students will be considered for admission based on a complete review of their curriculum, test scores and other evidence that can be used to demonstrate their
preparedness for college-level work. Other applicants who have not graduated from a recognized high school must provide evidence of ability to begin college
work. Such evidence may include General Education Development (GED) test scores or a high school equivalency examination (HSED).
Completion of the following 17 high school credits is minimal preparation and is required for admission consideration. Applicants are strongly
recommended to take advanced courses beyond the required 17 high school credits. Students admitted on the basis of a high school equivalency
diploma are considered to have fulfilled these minimum subject matter requirements.
Four credits of English.i.
Three credits of mathematics, specifically algebra I, algebra II, and geometry. Alternative courses may be excepted on a case-by-case basis.ii.
Three credits of natural science with two credits from biology, chemistry, physics, earth science, or advanced courses in these disciplines.iii.
Three credits of social science (i.e., anthropology, economics, history [U.S. or world], political science [civics/government], psychology, or
sociology).
iv.
Four academic credits from the above and/or in the fine arts, computer science, foreign language, or other academic areas.v.
1.
Transfer Students
Admissions Requirements
A completed UW System application.1.
An official high school transcript if applicant has not earned an Associate’s degree or higher from one of their transfer institutions.2.
All official college transcripts sent directly from the institution(s) attended to the UW-Superior Admissions Office. This includes transcripts for credit
earned at the applicant's current institution and any previous institutions (including college credits earned while in high school).
3.
A non-refundable application fee is required for anyone applying as a transfer student unless the student qualifies for an application fee waiver.4.
ACT/SAT scores (not generally required if applicant is at least 20 years old or has completed a minimum of 12 transferable credits).5.
International Students (Undergraduate)
Application Procedures and Requirements
UW-Superior welcomes applications from students from other countries. International students must complete an application for admission, provide evidence of
English proficiency, and submit academic records, examination results and proof of sponsorship. Further information about the application process, required
documents, and international student financial assistance/scholarships is available on the UW-Superior international admissions website (undergraduate
programs) and Graduate Studies website (graduate programs).
Special Students
Admission Requirements
Special Students (Non-degree seeking) may take university courses without being admitted as degree-seeking students. This is useful for high school students
starting early on college coursework and adults seeking specific credits to advance their careers or gain personal enrichment.
To be admitted as a Special Student, an applicant must be a current 9
th
-12
th
grade student, a high school graduate, or the holder of a GED.
Special students should be aware that they:
In most instances, cannot qualify for financial aid.1.
Cannot compete in intercollegiate athletics.2.
Can only earn up to 29 semester credits under this classification. Special exemptions may be made for students seeking certificates requiring more than
29 credits.
3.
Can apply appropriate credits earned toward a degree.4.
Pay the same tuition and fees as a degree-seeking student.5.
Admitted students who wish to enroll must pay a $100 enrollment deposit, as described in their letter of admission. This deposit will be applied to the
costs of the first semester of attendance. High School Special Students and students enrolling through the Center for Continuing Education are exempt
6.
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from this.
Application Procedures
High school students must complete a UW System application available online at www.uwsuper.edu/admissions and submit a high school transcript to the
Admissions Office.
Other applicants seeking to enroll as a special adult student must complete the UW System special (non-degree seeking) application available online at
www.uwsuper.edu/admissions. There is no application fee
Changing From Special to Degree-Seeking Status
Special students who elected to enter the institution as non degree-seeking students must follow the admissions criteria and application process outlined by the
Admissions Office for an incoming transfer student. Students are encouraged to contact the Admissions Office for assistance through this process.
Special Auditing Students
Students may audit courses in which they will not receive credit nor a grade. Audited courses do not count toward a degree and cannot be converted to credit
after the last day to add classes. Information regarding costs of auditing courses can be found online at www.uwsuper.edu/bursar/fees.
Application Procedures: Submit UW-Superior Adult Application and indicate wish to audit courses and include registration for the classes they wish to audit.
Auditors who are eligible for Social Security Disability must provide the eligibility documentation to Educational Success Center.
Continuing Education Special Students
Prospective, non-degree seeking students can enroll as "Special Students" in the Center for Continuing Education’s credit programming by completing the
Academic Credit Class Enrollment form prior to the start of each semester. These forms can be submitted via email to [email protected] or in-person.
Continuing Education Special Students are not eligible for financial aid. If Continuing Education Special Students request to become degree seeking, they will be
required to formally apply to the university through the UW-Superior Admissions Office.
High School College Credit Special Students
Admissions Requirements
High school students at public and private high schools in Wisconsin can earn college credit while still in high school through the Early College Credit Program
(ECCP). A student selected for the program may be permitted to enroll at UW-Superior to take one or more courses for which the student may earn high school
credit, post-secondary credit, or both. Under ECCP, the costs of the courses are shared among the institute of higher education, the school district or private
school, the state, and in some cases the student’s family.
High school students who wish to earn college credit outside of the Early College Credit Program will be assessed all tuition and associated fees.
UW-Superior welcomes high school students and will attempt to accommodate them if they meet admission requirements and if there is space available in the
desired courses. School district approval as an ECCP student will not guarantee admission to UW-Superior or enrollment in desired courses.
Application Procedures
To be considered for admission as a high school student, applicants must submit to the Admissions Office the following:
A completed UW System application for admission which is available online at www.uwsuper.edu/apply.1.
An official transcript of all high school credit completed as of the end of the prior semester. This transcript should indicate current class rank if available.
A transcript is only considered official if received in a sealed envelope from the high school or sent electronically directly to UW-Superior through an
official electronic exchange platform.
2.
Results of the ACT are desirable, but not mandatory.3.
Admission to UW-Superior as a high school student is subject to course, program and institutional enrollment limits, and to admission requirements as
authorized by the Board of Regents. Generally, a high school student should have a GPA of 3.0 to be considered for admission.
High school special students should be aware of the following:
Course enrollment priority will be given to UW-Superior's degree-seeking students.1.
If admitted to UW-Superior, the Center for Continuing Education will inform high school students the procedures for registering for classes. Before
registering for university courses, ECCP students must submit proof that the proposed coursework has been approved by the school administration.
2.
High school students will be subject to UW-Superior codes of conduct and academic policies.3.
All coursework taken by high school students will be recorded and transcribed as post-secondary credit. It is the responsibility of the student and the
school board to determine whether the coursework may also satisfy high school credit requirements.
4.
Course selection is dependent upon appropriate high school preparation, course prerequisites and, in some cases, consent of the instructor.5.
Advanced Placement
High School seniors who have completed college-level courses through the College Board's Advanced Placement Programs may take the appropriate
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examination administered by the Educational Testing Service and have their scores, test papers and reports sent to UW-Superior. The university has approved
the granting of credit for Advanced Placement in a number of areas. Further information is available by contacting the Admissions Office.
Project Lead the Way
High school students who have completed Project Lead the Way courses may be eligible for college credit.
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Career Services
Mission Statement
What We Do
Events
Handshake
Career Closet
Career Services Contact Information
Mission Statement
Career Services, in partnership with faculty, staff, community organizations, and employers, provides students and alumni with opportunities and resources to
identify career goals and develop life-long career development skills.
What We Do
Counsel students in the exploration, development, and implementation of their major and career plans. (Career plans can include graduate and
professional school, academic and volunteer services, and/or employment activities).
Provide Career Assessments to students and alumni to help them identify their strengths, interests, skills, values, and personality traits in order to
make educated career and life choices.
Teach career success strategies for successful transition from college to career.
Provide and Maintain Online Resources to serve online and on-campus students.
Connect students and alumni to the community and employers by providing a web-based recruiting system of postings for internship, volunteer,
part-time, and full-time opportunities.
Provide a Network of Professionals to students and alumni by coordinating programming, resources, and events which offer opportunities for alumni
and friends to connect with the university.
Events
Career Services offers a variety of professional events throughout the year to provide students with opportunities and resources to identify and develop life-long
career management skills and assist in the transition from college to career. These events include, but are not limited to:
Networking Socials
Mock Interviews
Head of the Lakes Job and Internship Fair
'Jacket Fest
On-campus Recruiting
Career Development Presentations
Etiquette Dinners
Majors & Minors Fair
One-On-One appointments with a Career Services staff member include, but are not limited to:
Career Counseling
Resume, Cover Letter, and Personal Statement Review
Job & Internship Search Assistance
Career and Major Exploration
Interview Preparation
Handshake Assistance
Graduate School Counseling
Networking and LinkedIn Support
Career Closet
Job Fair Preparation
Career and Personality Assessments
Handshake
Handshake is a repository of job, internship, and volunteer opportunities, as well as a portal where students can upload and manage job search materials. This
specialized search program is catered to the degree programs at UW-Superior. Students and alumni have access to tens of thousands of on and off-campus
jobs, internships, and volunteer opportunities from UW-Superior to around the world. Handshake also allows students and alumni to network, find and register
for career events, and schedule appointments with campus offices.
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Career Closet
Career Services provides a closet of professional and business clothing donated by community members and local businesses. This service is available to
students at no charge, and students may keep the clothing they choose.
Career Services Contact Information
Career Services
University of Wisconsin - Superior
Swenson Hall 1061
Belknap and Catlin Ave.
P.O. Box 2000
Superior, WI 54880
Phone: 715-394-8024
Email:
Office Hours:
M-F 7:45am - 4:30pm
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Cashier (Bursar)
Mission Statement
Semester Costs
Online Courses
Residency Status
Minnesota Students
Fees
Lab Fees
Paying Fees
Payment Location
Deadline
Billing and Payment
Terms and Conditions of Fee Payment
Fee Payment Options for Fall and Spring Terms*
Late Payment Fees
Refund of Fees
Miscellaneous Fees
Tuition
Room and Board, Residence Hall Deposit
Returned Checks and Delinquent Accounts
Extenuating Circumstance Petitions
Tuition Plateau
Bursar/Cashier's Office Contact Information
Mission Statement
The Bursar/Cashier's Office provides a centralized, automated revenue receipting system that includes collection of payments for tuition, fees, books, room,
board and miscellaneous charges, and acts as a deposit service for campus department revenue. The Bursar/Cashier's Office also posts all financial aid loans,
grants and scholarships, and disburses refunds. They are committed to satisfying their customer's needs to the best of their ability. They will respond to all
requests with courtesy, accuracy, and prompt service.
Semester Costs
Undergraduate and graduate fees are set by the University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents and are subject to change without notice. The amount
includes tuition and segregated fees. However, it does not include meals, housing, lab and material fees charged in some courses, or the miscellaneous fees
listed elsewhere in this section of the catalog.
The fees listed below are for one semester, full-time undergraduate students. They are for comparison purposes only because we must prepare this catalog in
advance. All tuition, fees and other charges are expected to change yearly. For current tuition and fee listings, please visit the Bursar/Cashier's Office.
Tuition and Fee Estimate for Fall Semester 2019
WI Resident: $4,066
Minnesota Resident: $4,446
Non-resident: $7,853
Online Courses
Tuition for online (Internet-based) classes vary by program. Online classes are charged separately from "traditional" classes; therefore, they are not included in
the undergraduate 12-18 credit tuition plateau.
For current semester costs, prospective students should refer to the Fee Schedule, Payment Information and Due Dates available on the Bursar/Cashier's Office.
Residency Status
Wisconsin requires payment of nonresident tuition by students who are residents of states other than Wisconsin. For undergraduate students, residency status
is determined at the time of admission. Residency status of graduate students is determined during the admission process to the Graduate Studies program.
A student's original resident status remains in effect unless the student requests and is granted reclassification. To learn more about residency and
reclassification, see the Registrar's Office section of this catalog.
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Minnesota Students
The Minnesota-Wisconsin Reciprocity Agreement enables Minnesota residents attending UW-Superior to pay the same tuition rate they would pay at a similar
state institution in Minnesota. This offers a substantial savings over the nonresident fee.
To take part in this program, Minnesota students must file for and receive reciprocity before the end of their first semester of enrollment. We recommend
students file for reciprocity before the semester starts or as early as possible. It is the student's responsibility to apply for reciprocity. Failure to apply for and
receive reciprocity will cause the student to be liable for paying nonresident tuition and fees.
The Minnesota Higher Education Services Office requests that students apply for Minnesota Reciprocity online from any internet access computer
at: https://www.ohe.state.mn.us/
Questions about eligibility, the application process, or technical assistance should be directed to the Minnesota Education Services Office at 800-657-3866 .
Fees
Auditing Classes Credit Fee Policy
Any course fees or field trip expenses are the responsibility of each student.
Wisconsin residents age 60 or older (as of the first day of classes) will have the normal academic fees waived. All other senior citizens will pay a
percentage of the per-credit academic fee based on residency (see #6 below).
1.
Disabled Wisconsin residents who are receiving disability benefits under either Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program or federal Social Security
Disability Insurance (SSDI) program will have the normal academic fees waived.
2.
Students taking courses for credit who are also auditing a course will pay full academic fees, just as if all courses were for credit. For example, a
student who is taking two three-credit courses for credit and auditing another three-credit course will pay the fees for nine credits, including segregated
fees.
3.
Audit-only students have the option to pay segregated fees if access to segregated fee-funded services is desired. If segregated fees are not paid,
access for audit-only students is limited to the library and non-segregated fee-funded activities of the student union.
4.
All auditing students will be charged lab fees and any special course fees.5.
Audit-only students will pay a percentage of the per-credit academic fee based on residency:
Wisconsin residents under age 60 pay 30 percent of academic fees (rounded).
Nonresidents pay 50 percent of academic fees and nonresident tuition (rounded).
Minnesota residents pay 30 percent of academic fees and reciprocity fee (rounded). Minnesota residents must apply for and receive
reciprocity from the State of Minnesota. If they do not receive reciprocity, they will be considered the same as nonresidents and will pay
according to that schedule.
6.
Lab Fees
Lab fees and where they must be paid are listed in the Class Schedule. Some lab fees are added to the student's academic fee bill and are payable at the
Bursar/Cashier's Office. Other lab fees require payment at the first class meeting and are paid directly to the vendor conducting the class.
Miscellaneous Fees
Add Fee - A $20 fee must accompany any late add that occurs during the last week of classes or thereafter.
Admission Fee - A $50 fee must accompany each application for admission to an undergraduate program. A $56 must accompany each application
for admission to a graduate program.
Senior Fee - A $50 senior fee will be assessed to all degree-seeking undergraduate students who are senior status (84 or more credits). This fee is
assessed one time per student, per degree.
Graduation Fee - A $50 graduation fee will be assessed to all degree-seeking graduate students once 22 graduate-level credits have been earned.
This fee is assessed one time per student, per degree.
Parking Permit - A parking permit is required to park in university lots. Permits may be purchased at Parking Services located at Catlin Avenue and
Belknap Street.
Drop Fee - A drop fee of $20 will be assessed for each transaction (independent of number of credits) processed after the second week of classes.
Withdrawal Fee - A withdrawal fee of $50 will be charged to students who withdraw after the semester begins and during the refund period. Students
who are de-registered for nonpayment after the semester begins also will be charged $50.
Re-registration Fee - A $25 re-registration fee will be charged to all students who are de-registered for nonpayment, petition for re-admittance, and are
allowed back into classes.
Late Payments Fees - A $75 late payment fee will be charged if the required down payment is not made by the end of the first week of school. This will
be pro-rated for part-time students.
New Student Orientation Fee - An orientation fee will be assessed to all new freshmen and transfer students.
All fees are subject to change.
Paying Fees
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Current information should be obtained by referring to the Fee Schedule and Payment Information and Due Dates published each semester. A Schedule of
Student Fees is also available in the Bursar/Cashier's Office, Old Main, Room 136, before each semester begins.
Payment Location
Fees can be paid at the Bursar/Cashier's Office, Old Main, Room 136. Fees can also be paid by mail or dropped in the Night Depository slot outside Old Main,
Room 136.
Deadline
The exact due dates can be found in the Fee Payment Information published each semester. Failure to comply with these due dates may cause registration to
be canceled. This includes students receiving financial aid.
Financial aid may be used to meet the minimum payment due as long as financial aid recipients have completed all necessary requirements to have the aid
disbursed by the payment deadline.
Billing and Payment
The university has adopted electronic billing, therefore, no billing statements will be mailed to students. Billing statements for Fall Semester will be available for
viewing or printing through My E-Hive on or shortly after August 1 and for Spring Semester after January 1. Students unable to access the My E-Hive portal
should contact the Technology Help Desk at 715-394-8300 or 1-800-806-2890 for login and password assistance. The Bursar/Cashier's Office will send an
e-mail reminder to all registered students' university e-mail accounts informing them to view their bills prior to the payment due date. Failure to access bills
online will not excuse any payment due dates or late payment fees.
Terms and Conditions of Fee Payment
Before class registration new students will review and accept the terms and conditions of fee payment. This is our confirmation that you actually plan to attend
and agree to the terms and conditions of fee payment. Failure to agree to the terms and conditions of fee payment will prevent registration.
Fee Payment Options for Fall and Spring Terms*
The following options are being reviewed and are subject to change. Please visit the Bursar/Cashier's Office for up-to-date payment options.
Tuition is due in full on or before the fifth day of classes. UW-Superior, at its discretion, will extend credit to students unable to pay the tuition in full by the fifth
day of classes. Students are not required to sign up for the installment plan. If you plan on participation in the installment plan, make a $100 minimum down
payment by the fifth day of classes. Failure to pay the minimum $100 by the fifth day will result in a $75 late payment fee and may result in deregistration from
classes.
The installment plan has two options:
Option 1:
Partial Payment Without a Service Charge
Make a $100 down payment on or before the fifth day of classes and pay the balance before the twenty fifth day of the term. This date is published on the
Bursar/Cashier's Office Calendar as the first installment date.
Option 2: Partial Payment With a Service Charge
Make a $100 down payment on or before the fifth day of classes and pay balance in two installments; half by the twenty fifth day of the term and the balance by
the forty fifth day of the term. A service fee of 1.5% will be assessed on the unpaid balance after this date.
All students are assumed to be on the partial payment plan when they sign the terms and conditions form and until all fees are paid in full.
Failure to pay the balance by the forty fifth day of the term will result in a registration hold.
Financial aid recipients must complete the necessary requirements for the Financial Aid Office by the due dates set in order to use financial aid for the $100
down payment. Billing dates for the remaining payments will be published on the Bursar/Cashier's Office Calendar.
Use of the partial payment plan does not imply that a student can withdraw from school and be excused from the remaining payment for the semester. This plan
merely defers portions of the fees to be paid later in the term. If a student withdraws after the refund period ends in the fourth week, fees must be paid in full. A
withdrawal fee of $50 will be charged all students who withdraw after the semester begins and during the refund period. Students who are deregistered for
non-payment after the semester begins will also be charged $50. Terms and conditions are subject to change without notice.
Late Payment Fees
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All students are required to make the down payment by the end of the first week of classes. After that, a late payment fee of $75 will be assessed to full-time
students (prorated for part-time students) in the second session week and thereafter. Deregistration may be considered in the fourth session week for students
who have not made payment.
Refund of Fees
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View more information about BankMobile.
Refunds result from financial aid disbursements in excess of the balance due and withdrawals during the refund period in excess of payments.
Refunds of less than $5 will not be processed.
For detailed refund process information, please visit the Bursar/Cashier's Office website.
Miscellaneous Fees
Miscellaneous refunds are made if the department assessing the fee requests the Bursar/Cashier's Office to process a refund. If you believe you are entitled to
a refund of a miscellaneous fee, check with the department assessing the fee.
Tuition
Tuition refunds may be made as a result of withdrawal from the university or reduction in the number of enrolled credits. Refunds are pro-rated according to the
following schedule:
Fee refund schedule for withdrawals and class drops below full time for full-term courses (excluding summer session):
First and second week 100 percent refund
Third and fourth week 50 percent refund
Thereafter 0 percent refund
Students who withdraw or drop are often required to repay a portion of their financial aid. Please check with the Financial Aid Office for advisement if you are
withdrawing.
Official withdrawal forms are available in the Registrar's Office, Old Main, Room 139. Students are considered enrolled unless an official withdrawal card is on
file. Refunds are based on the date of withdrawal. The date of withdrawal is determined by the Registrar's Office when the proper withdrawal form is filed in the
Registrar's Office.
Official Drop/Add forms are available in the Registrar's Office - Forms, Old Main, Room 139. During the 100-percent refund period, a student who adds and
drops credits shall be assessed additional fees or receive a refund based on the net result of those adds and drops. After the 100-percent refund period (starting
with the third week), students will be assessed for all adds and drops. A drop fee of $20 will be assessed for each transaction (independent of number of credits
dropped) processed after the second week of classes.
Room and Board, Residence Hall Deposit
Housing and meal plan refunds are made on a weekly pro-rated basis. A session week is defined to end as of 11:59 p.m. each Saturday. Refunds are made in
accordance with provisions found in the Housing Contract.
Returned Checks and Delinquent Accounts
A $20 Non-Sufficient Funds charge will be added to all accounts for returned checks.
Extenuating Circumstance Petitions
This petition form is for students requesting waiver or refund of tuition and segregated fees. The members of the decision making Committee are appointed by
the Chancellor according to the guidelines in FPPP44.
Any actions affecting academic record (transcript) must be petitioned through the Credits and Reinstatement Committee.
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Tuition Plateau
In the fall and spring terms, undergraduate students enrolled between 12 and 18 credits and graduate students enrolled between 9 and 15 credits will not incur
any additional tuition charges. In the summer term undergraduates enrolled between 6 and 9 credits will not incur any additional tuition charges. Lab and
program fees are still assessed.
Bursar/Cashier's Office Contact Information
Bursar/Cashier's Office
University of Wisconsin - Superior
Old Main 136
Belknap and Catlin Ave.
P.O. Box 2000
Superior, WI 54880
Phone: 715-394-8505
Email:
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Center for Academic Advising
Mission Statement
Services Offered
Shared Advising Structure
Declaring or Changing a Major or Minor
Vision Statement
Academic Advising Definition
Functions of the Center for Academic Advising
Learning Outcomes
Return to Superior: Degree Completion at UW-Superior
ASSIST Program
Center for Academic Advising Contact Information
Mission Statement
The purpose of the Center for Academic Advising (the Center) is to contribute to student satisfaction, and thereby increase campus retention rates, through the
offering of comprehensive advising services for undergraduate students.
The UW-Superior Center for Academic Advising's mission is to advocate for, support, and empower students to be successful and achieve their educational
goals. It is also the Center's mission to collaborate with campus partners to ensure continuity of service and to provide the best educational experience for
students.
Services Offered
The Center for Academic Advising provides comprehensive academic advising services to:
Freshmen or sophomores in all majors
Undeclared students regardless of year
Students considering changing majors
Students who are readmitted after suspension
Individually designed majors and interdisciplinary studies majors
Associate degree seeking students
Non-degree seeking students
Additional services offered by the Center for Academic Advising include:
Goal setting
Course selection
Policy clarification
Academic success planning
Individualized degree planning
The Center also serves as an academic advising information clearinghouse, general referral source, academic advisor training and development center, and
academic policies and procedures consultant for UW-Superior faculty and departmental advisors and administrators.
Shared Advising Structure
UW-Superior utilizes a total intake advising model called the Shared Advising Model (SAM). All students are assigned two advisors who shift between primary
and secondary roles. Generally, freshmen and sophomores are assigned to a primary, professional advisor in the Center for Academic Advising and a
secondary, faculty advisor in their academic department (undeclared students will only have one primary, professional advisor until they declare). Specific
relationships between the Center for Academic Advising and the academic departments are outlined in individual agreements held in the Center and the
departments.
Professional advisors in the Center also serve students planning to change their majors, students with Interdisciplinary Studies (IDS) or Individually Designed
Majors and Minors (IDM), new transfer students, and students readmitted after suspension. The Center assigns and re-assigns advisors, processes change of
major and/or minor forms, and maintains advising data for the campus.
In addition to providing advising services to students, the Center for Academic Advising plays an essential role in campus-wide retention initiatives and advisor
training and development. All new faculty and professional advisors participate in training hosted by the Center. The Center houses advising resources available
to all campus advisors and hosts professional development events throughout the year.
UW-Superior subscribes to an appreciative advising philosophy and uses case management to ensure close, pro-active relationships with students. Advisors are
expected to become partners on their advisees’ academic journey, developing advisees’ decision making skills, comfort level and abilities as a college student.
Declaring or Changing a Major or Minor
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Each year, up to 1/3 of the new students arriving on campus enter the university as "undeclared." Other students declare a major and later change it - some
change majors more than once. At UW-Superior that's OK! The undeclared major is the ideal place to explore topics, new ideas, and professions all while
earning credits toward your degree and being connected to the campus community. As your knowledge and experience grows, you will find a major that fits your
needs and interests. Your professional academic advisor is available to assist you if you need help making the decision. When you are ready to declare your
major, or if you wish to change your major, you may do so online at www.uwsuper.edu/advise/forms.
Vision Statement
The vision of the Center for Academic Advising is to ensure that academic advising is a full partner in integrated, collaborative, comprehensive, and systemic
campus-wide retention initiatives.
Academic Advising Definition
Academic advising is an educational process that, by intention and design, facilitates students' understanding of the meaning and purpose of higher education
and fosters their intellectual and personal development toward academic success and lifelong learning (NACADA, 2004)
Academic advising is a collaborative experience in which students and their advisors are partners in meeting the essential learning outcomes, ensuring student
academic success, and outlining the steps to achieve students' personal, academic, and professional goals. This partnership requires the participation and
engagement of both the advisor and the student throughout the duration of the student's educational experience at the university. Both the student and the
advisor have clear responsibilities for ensuring the advising partnership is successful (NACADA, 2004).
NACADA. (2004). NACADA statement of core values of academic advising.
Functions of the Center for Academic Advising
Individual student appointments
Professional academic advisors in the Center work with online and on-campus freshmen, sophomores, undeclared, readmitted, transfer, and special students to
explore their interests, skills, and values as they complete their university studies coursework, program admission requirements, prerequisites, and declare a
major.
Advisor assignments
The Center manages primary and secondary advisor assignments for all undergraduate students. Students can find their advisor assignment in their E-Hive
Student Center. Students who see "Assigned, Staff" for their advisor assignment should contact the Center.
Primary advisors are notified via e-mail when a new student has been added to their roster. Advisors are asked to reach out to their new advisee(s) to introduce
themselves and provide instructions for setting up an appointment.
Administering major, minor, degree, catalog year, and advisor changes
The Center processes requests for major, minor, degree, catalog year, and advisor changes from undergraduate students. Forms to request a change can be
found on the Center for Academic Advising website under “Advising Forms.” Requests are processed within three to five business days and a confirmation
e-mail is sent to students when the request has been processed.
Consultation and professional development for advisors across campus
The Center staff are available to departments for consultation and to provide orientation and development opportunities and resources regarding advising best
practices and policies.
Advising holds
The University places enrollment holds on student accounts each semester to ensure that all undergraduate students discuss their course selections with their
advisors prior to registration. Once the student has met with the advisor and had the course selections approved, the advisor will lift the enrollment hold. This
allows the student to register for classes on or after their enrollment appointment.
Who advises?
Faculty Advisors are central to UW-Superior's academic advising structure. All faculty who have one year of service at the University and who have completed
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the new advisor training assume academic advising responsibilities. Faculty primarily advise juniors, seniors, and students admitted to specific academic
programs. Faculty advisors also act as mentors and secondary advisors for freshmen and sophomores.
Professional Academic Advisors in the Center for Academic Advising work primarily with freshmen, sophomore, undeclared, readmitted, transfer, and
non-degree seeking students. Additionally, the Center serves as a support resource to faculty advisors, facilitates advisor training and development, and plays a
vital role in University retention efforts.
Key Academic Staff in departments such as the Educational Success Center, Center for Continuing Education, Department of Education, and the Department
of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion also advise special student populations, and are listed as co-advisors in addition to the professional and faculty advisors for
the students that they serve.
You should always see your advisor ASAP for:
Course troubles
Dropping courses or withdrawing from the University
Changing or declaring a major or minor
Learning Outcomes
The Center for Academic Advising’s learning outcomes align with the University of Wisconsin’s learning outcomes.
Communication
UW-Superior Learning Outcomes
Apply modes, styles, and conventions of communication appropriate to the students’ work and their audience1.
Identify the essential components of a work/presentation and describe their relationship to each other and to the broader context2.
Clearly express themselves to achieve a purpose3.
Civilly engage in an exchange of ideas integrating diverse perspectives4.
Advising Learning Outcomes
Knowledge of technological resources and campus learning systems
Ability to find information and register for courses in E-Hivea.
Ability to login and find course information in Learn@UW-Superiorb.
Ability to login to student email accountc.
Understanding of the importance of email as the official communication system of the Center for Academic Advising and
UW-Superior
d.
1.
Individual and Social Responsibility
UW-Superior Learning Outcomes
Engage in thoughtful analysis that fosters well-being and holistic self-development1.
Articulate their roles and responsibilities in a global community2.
Practice healthy interdependence and mutual respect for others through teamwork3.
Demonstrate informed civic engagement, including intercultural competence as a dimension of the experience4.
Apply ethical reasoning in their academic and community learning experiences5.
Advising Learning Outcomes
Ability to set realistic personal, academic, and professional goals1.
Knowledge and understanding of university policy and procedures2.
Understanding of the purpose of higher education, liberal arts, and university studies requirements3.
Knowledge of campus resources and how to effectively utilize them to achieve personal, academic, and professional goals4.
Creative and Critical Thinking
UW-Superior Learning Outcomes
Articulate important theories, questions, theories, and creative processes1.
Analyze information to answer specific questions2.
Evaluate assumptions and biases associated with a project, practice, or process3.
Consider multiple, diverse, and global perspectives to answer important questions or produce original work4.
Use evidence to reach and present innovative conclusions or produce original work5.
Advising Learning Outcomes
Understanding of degree progress using advising reports in E-Hive1.
Ability to make effective decisions in regard to academic and career goals2.
Ability to accept responsibility for personal and academic decisions3.
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Return to Superior: Degree Completion at UW-Superior
Return to Superior: Degree Completion at UW-Superior
Research shows* that college graduates earn more money and are more satisfied with their jobs compared to those without a college education. That's been
especially true throughout the Great Recession and the recovery: those with the most education have the lowest unemployment rates and the highest income,
but it's not just about the money. It's about expanding your mind and your horizons. It's about finishing something you started. It's about showing the world, and
yourself, what you can do. No matter what led you to pause your education, what matters most now is your desire to move forward. So take the next step: Return
to UW-Superior.
Return to UW-Superior is a program designed to help students who wish to complete a degree after an extended period of time away from school. Students
work with a professional academic advisor to develop a degree plan that incorporates previously earned credits into a path to graduation.
Here's how to get started:
Contact your Return to Superior Coordinator
Decide your field of study, and whether you'll enroll on-campus or online
Submit a Reentry Application**
Send your official transcripts, if you completed any course work outside of UW-Superior
Register for classes with an advisor
*Research by Georgetown University's Center on Education and the Workforce
**Students who left UW-Superior on academic suspension will also need to file for reinstatement if planning on returning for Fall or Spring semesters. Complete
a Petition for Reinstatement and return to the Registrar's Office.
ASSIST Program
ASSIST (Academic Student Support Intervention for Success and Transition) is designed to be a collaborative tool that enables seamless communication
between students, academic advisors, and faculty. ASSIST is used by faculty, instructional staff, and other teaching staff to inform professional academic
advisors about students who may need additonal support. Faculty, instructional staff, adjunct, and other teaching staff may access this tool by logging in to
E-Hive, opening their course roster, and clicking on the yellow yield sign with an exclamation point in the center next to the name of the student they are
concerned about. This will open a new page where information about student progress may be submitted. This generates an alert that will be received by the
students' professional academic advisor. Professional advisors in the Center for Academic Advising or in academic departments (Teacher Education, for
instance) follow up on these alerts by reaching out to students, discussions options, and offering additional support.
Professional Academic Advisors: Respond to alerts for primary and secondary advisees,
Faculty, Instructional Staff, Adjuncts, and other teaching professionals: Create alerts for students who require intervention.
Center for Academic Advising Contact Information
Center for Academic Advising
University of Wisconsin - Superior
Old Main 134/135
Belknap and Catlin Ave.
P.O. Box 2000
Superior, WI 54880
Phone: 715-394-8515
Email:
Office Hours:
M-F 7:45am - 4:30pm
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Educational Success Center
Mission Statement
Student Support Services
Bridge Program
Tutoring Services
Disability Support Services
Testing Services
Developmental Education and Instruction
Specialty Services
TRiO Programs
Upward Bound
McNair Scholars Program
Educational Success Center Contact Information
Mission Statement
The mission of the Educational Success Center (ESC) is to support UW-Superior students by providing resources and advocacy to foster academic success,
enhance student retention, and promote graduation.
The Educational Success Center (ESC) upholds this mission by supporting students in acquiring the knowledge, skills, and mindset necessary for achieving
their educational goals. ESC assists students in the following ways: making a successful transition into, through, and out of the university; developing the
academic skills needed to take full advantage of educational opportunities; cultivating the mindset and habits that promote commitment and perseverance; and
encouraging every student to develop the commitment and motivation to learn.
ESC provides all UW-Superior students FREE academic services and programs. However, some programs, e.g. Student Support Services, Disability Support
Services and the Bridge Program have eligibility requirements (as described below) and additional services will be provided within those programs. The
Educational Success Center is located in Swenson Hall 1024/1025.
Student Support Services
TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) is a federally funded program by the Department of Education designed to serve students who meet federal family
income guidelines, who are first generation college students (neither parent(s) nor guardian(s) has earned a four-year college degree), and/or who have
documented disabilities. View the Eligibility Requirements.
In order to participate in the TRIO SSS Program, students MUST meet one or more of the three eligibility criteria outlined above. Some of the additional services
TRIO SSS provides to eligible participants are academic advisement, educational workshops and seminars, graduate school preparation, grand aid
scholarships, mentoring program, and various social and cultural events.
The goal of TRIO Student Support Services is to increase the college retention and graduation rates of its participants and facilitate the process of transition
from one level of higher education to the next. TRIO SSS provides opportunities for academic development, assist students with basic college requirements,
and serves to motivate students to successfully complete their postsecondary education.
TRIO Student Support Services Grant Aid/Scholarship
Each year TRIO SSS awards over $30,000 in Grant-Aid/Scholarships to its eligible participants to help with education costs at UW-Superior. Priority will be given
to:
Students who are enrolled and remained active in the TRIO SSS program.
Students who have demonstrated progressive academic achievement toward graduation.
Students who receive Federal Pell Grants, determined by the Financial Aid Office .
To apply, please visit the TRIO Student Support Services website for more information, www.uwsuper.edu/sss.
Bridge Program
The Bridge Program at UW-Superior is offered annually. Participating students enroll in a full-time load of courses (12-15 credits) with relevant courses that meet
university requirements, but with additional resources to support their academic success. In this program students have the advantage of a supportive learning
community that includes structured academic support services. All Bridge students are required to enroll in a Collegiate Study Skills course and to attend
regularly-scheduled tutoring and study sessions that support their coursework.
The mission of the Bridge program at UW-Superior serves students who would benefit from additional academic support during their first semester of enrollment
at UW-Superior. The program provides additional structure and resources to participating students in order to facilitate or "bridge" their successful transition to
the college academic environment.
Tutoring Services
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The Academic Support Center and Math Lab are located in the Educational Success Center in Swenson Hall 1024/1025. We also offer 24/7 online tutoring. All
tutoring services are FREE to currently enrolled UW-Superior students. The Educational Success Center employs nearly 40 students per semester as tutors in
our labs. Tutors provide one-on-one group tutoring in math, study skill strategies, and other content areas.
Both the ASC and Math Lab are staffed by student tutors who receive extensive training. Student tutors also have opportunities to further refine their skills
through enrollment in tutoring practicums (IDS 305 or MTHED 305).
Academic Support Center: Swenson Hall 1025
TheAcademic Support Center (ASC) is a content area tutoring lab that offers students the opportunity to work with talented students who know what it takes to
succeed in the classroom. Trained peer tutors offer day and evening assistance in a host of student-to-student services including one-on-one tutoring.
The ASC offers a quiet study area and 14 computers for student-use. All ASC services are FREE to current UW-Superior students. If we don't have a content
area tutor you are looking for, just ask us! We can find a tutor for almost any subject.
The ASC is open 8:00 a.m.- 6:00 p.m. Monday to Thursday and 8:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. on Fridays. The ASC has evening hours; please check signs for more
details.
Math Lab: Swenson Hall 1024
The Math Lab provides students with free math tutoring in subjects ranging from MATH 090 (Fundamentals of Mathematics) to Math 240 (Calculus I).
Assistance for other higher-level math courses, as well as computer science courses, may also be available. Students are welcome during open hours to stop
by and work with peer tutors individually or as a group to obtain clarification on important math concepts.
The Math Lab offers day and evening assistance through trained peer tutors, One-on-One math tutor, a quiet study area, textbooks from every math course
through Calculus I available for student use in the lab, and daily calculator rentals.
The Math Lab is open 8:00 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. Monday to Thursday and 8:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. on Fridays.
24/7 Online Tutoring
Online tutoring services are available to both on campus and distance learning students through Brainfuse. Students can log on free of charge with their
UW-Superior credentials online at www.uwsuper.edu/support. For more information about online tutoring services, please call 715-394-8090 or email
*Please
contact us about Summer Tutoring Services Hours.
Disability Support Services
Disability Support Services (DSS) staff are committed to provide reasonable accommodations for students covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability against persons in any program or activity receiving or benefiting
from federal funds. Section 504 and the Americans with Disabilities Act also require these institutions to make reasonable accommodations for students with
disabilities. These mandates apply to documented learning, physical, sensory, and psychiatric disabilities.
The Disability Support Services Coordinator serves as a liaison for students with disabilities, and coordinates reasonable accommodation requests. To become
eligible for accommodations, interested students must:
Complete the intake form available for first-time users at uwsuper.edu/dr1.
Send Medical and/or Mental Health Provider form (which comes via an automated email after completing step #1) to your provider.2.
You will complete a semester-specific request form since accommodations are often linked to your academics.3.
Once steps 1 & 2 are complete, DSS will send notification letters to you and your semester faculty.4.
Testing Services
The UW-Superior Testing Services is located in Swenson Hall 1025. It offers UW Placement exams, Disability Testing Accommodation, and ACT/SAT Exams.
Please visit the Testing Center for additional information, call 715-394-8110 .
Placement Testing
View information on placement testing.
Students and prospective students can schedule a placement test online by reading through instructions.
Developmental Education and Instruction
ESC offers a variety of fundamental courses to help students with their transition to UW-Superior. These courses teach study skills, time management skills, and
prepare students for success in higher level courses. These courses include:
IDS 095: Collegiate Study Skills -- 1.00 - 3.00 credits
IDS 305: Tutoring Practicum -- 1.00 - 3.00 credits
MATH 090: Fundamentals of Mathematics -- 3.00 credits
Educational Workshops and Seminars
Supplemental Instruction (SI)*
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Supplemental Instruction
*Supplemental Instruction (SI) is a FREE service offered to students in a select number of courses each semester. Participation is voluntary, but all students
enrolled in the applicable courses are strongly encouraged to attend SI sessions. SI provides regularly scheduled review sessions of course material outside of
the classrooms. SI review sessions are peer-led, informal seminars in which students compare notes, discuss readings, predict test items, and develop tools for
effective organization.
Specialty Services
The Educational Success Center is here to assist all UW-Superior students in cases of homelessness and to help coordinate confidentially the resources you
need. If you, as a student, are currently without a safe place to live or are in danger of losing your housing, please contact the Educational Success
Center immediately.
If you have any questions about these or other services or know of other resources that should be listed or corrected, please contact us.
TRiO Programs
Upward Bound
Upward Bound is a federally funded program created in 1964 to identify and assist promising high school students who face barriers to completing high
school and enrolling in a post-secondary institution. Over the past 50 years, more than 818 Upward Bound programs across the nation have helped
hundreds of thousands of young people. The University of Wisconsin-Superior is one of 14 Upward Bound programs in Wisconsin providing support
services to high potential students who would be unlikely to pursue higher education without extra support. Upward Bound provides that support at no
cost to the families or the school district.
McNair Scholars Program
The McNair Scholars Program prepares income eligible, first generation college students and students from groups underrepresented in graduate
education for doctoral study. Each year, 25 students are chosen to participate in the program's activities, which include seminars, cultural events,
graduate school visits, and more. During the summer, 12 scholars participate in a paid individual research experience, working collaboratively with a
faculty mentor on a project of interest to the student. Program participants also receive GRE preparation instruction and help in the graduate school
application process.
Educational Success Center Contact Information
Educational Success Center
University of Wisconsin - Superior
Swenson Hall 1025
Belknap and Catlin Ave.
P.O. Box 2000
Superior, WI 54880
Phone: 715-394-8090
Email:
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Financial Aid
About Financial Aid
Educational Costs
Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy
Financial Aid Office Contact Information
About Financial Aid
UW-Superior offers a variety of financial aid programs to assist students with their educational goals. During the 2017-2018 aid year approximately $19.7 million
was awarded through federal, state and university sources to provide scholarships, grants, loans, and waivers,along with work study earned, to undergraduate
students. Specific information can be found at www.uwsuper.edu/finaid
Financial aid is available to most students and limited to educational costs. These costs include fees, tuition, books and supplies, room and board,
transportation, and miscellaneous personal expenses. To receive financial aid, a student must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid,
commonly called FAFSA, at www.fafsa.ed.gov.
Students whose aid applications are finalized by the financial aid priority date will receive the first consideration for aid. Aid applications completed after the
priority date will receive aid packages as funds are available. Students must re-apply each year.
To be eligible for most financial aid, students must be enrolled as a degree-seeking or teacher certification student at least half time; this is six credits per
semester for undergraduates. They also must maintain satisfactory academic progress and comply with Selective Service registration, among other requirements.
Students enrolled less than half time may be eligible for financial aid on a limited basis according to current regulations. Students should be aware that
satisfactory academic progress for financial aid differs from academic standards for enrollment in the university.
Grants, scholarships and fellowships that exceed the cost of tuition, fees, books and required educational equipment and supplies are considered to be taxable
income and you may be required to pay taxes on it. For additional information contact a tax advisor.
Educational Costs
These are estimated costs used by the Financial Aid Office to determine financial need for each academic year. Actual current costs are available from the
UW-Superior Bursar/Cashier's Office located in Old Main, Room 136. Estimated tuition, fees, housing and meals costs for 2019-2020.
Tuition and Fees
(Based on full-time, on-campus enrollment September-May):
Wisconsin Resident Tuition and Fees: $8,132
Minnesota Reciprocity Tuition and Fees: $8,892
Nonresident Tuition and Fees: $15,706
Indirect Educational Costs
(Individual circumstances affect these costs. Contact the Financial Aid Office):
Books and Supplies: $970
Off or On-Campus Room/Board: $7,280
Travel: $1,280
Miscellaneous Personal: $1,800
Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy
All students must maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) toward a degree to receive financial aid, including loans. Failure to maintain satisfactory
progress will result in the student having his/her financial aid suspended. All periods of enrollment, including those in which a student does not receive financial
aid, are assessed. A student who has been suspended by the financial aid office may file a petition to have his/her financial aid reinstated (see Appeal
Procedure below).
The UW-Superior SAP Policy has two components, Grade Point Average (GPA) and Pace of Completion. Both GPA and Pace of Completion are reviewed at
the end of Summer College for the purpose of Title IV aid and if the student does not meet both components at that time, they are placed on Financial Aid
Suspension. The Financial Aid Office monitors SAP annually, at the end of Summer College only. The Financial Aid Office will notify students if they have not
met SAP. Those students may file a Petition for Financial Aid Reinstatement with the Financial Aid Office.
Transfer students are assumed to be making satisfactory progress upon entering UW-Superior(i.e., financial aid suspension at another institution does not carry
forward).
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The obtaining of a degree, with the exception of an associate degree, automatically reinstates the student’s eligibility for financial aid.
Grade Point Average Standards
Students are placed on financial aid suspension whenever their cumulative grade point average drops below 2.0 for undergraduates; 3.0 for
graduates.
For SAP purposes, a repeated course grade does NOT replace the prior grade. ALL classes taken at UW-Superior are included when calculating cumulative
GPA for SAP. Transfer credits included for GPA by the Registrar's Office are also included when calculating cumulative GPA for SAP.
Pace of Completion Standards
There are two components to Pace of Completion: Credits Attempted vs. Credits Earned, and Progression through Program.
Credits Attempted vs. Credits Earned
Attempted credits are: credits enrolled in on the census date, credits added after the census date, and posted transfer credits. Incompletes and drops with
Withdraw (W) grades after the census date are counted as attempted credits. Remedial credits are counted as attempted credits. Financial aid may be received
for remedial coursework only if it is required for degree. Repeated courses are counted as attempted credits as many times as the course is repeated. Only the
most recent repeat of the course is counted as earned credits. Example: A student repeats a previously failed three credit class with a passing grade. Thus, the
student has attempted six credits and earned three. If both attempts of the class result in two grades of “F”, then the student has attempted six credits but
earned zero credits. Financial aid may be received for repeat coursework as many times as necessary to pass the course, if SAP is met. Financial aid is allowed
for only one repeat for a course in which a passing grade has previously been earned.
Credits attempted successfully are credits earned. The successful completion of credits attempted is credit for which a grade of A, A-, B+, B, B-, C+, C, C-, D+,
D, D-, P, or IP is received, and all posted transfer credits. Unsuccessful completion of credits attempted is credit for which a grade of F or I is received. If an I is
converted to a passing grade, it then counts as successful completion.
Suspension will occur when credits attempted vs. credits earned falls below 67%
Ex. Credits Earned/Credits Attempted = Pace of Completion (must be at or above 67%)
Progression Through Program (Maximum Timeframe)
Students may receive financial aid for no more than 150% of the published length of their currently enrolled academic program, measured in credits. For
example, a student’s current academic program is 120 credits. Financial aid may be received for no more than 180 credits, including transfer credits and
regardless of changes in major or degree. When pursuing a second bachelor’s degree, 60 credits will be disregarded from the calculation. When pursuing a
second master’s degree, 9 credits will be disregarded from the calculation.
A student who completes the academic requirements for a program but does not yet have the degree or certificate is not eligible for further financial aid for that
program.
Appeal Procedure
Students who do not meet the above standards for GPA or Pace of Completion may appeal, due to mitigating circumstances including but not limited to: the
death of a relative of the student, an injury or illness of the student, or other circumstances. A student has the right to submit a petition to the Financial Aid
Reinstatement Committee explaining the circumstances that prevented the student from meeting the standards of the SAP Policy, why that will change, and how
the student will again meet SAP. If the first petition is denied, the student may submit a second petition. If a second petition is denied, or a student chooses not to
petition, they may regain eligibility by raising their cumulative percentage rate above 67, raising their GPA to the requirement, or by following the
recommendation of the committee, if one is offered. There are no personal appeals and the decision of the Financial Aid Reinstatement Committee is final.
Students who successfully petition for financial aid reinstatement will be reinstated on Financial Aid Probation and given an Academic Plan, which will be
monitored at the end of each enrollment period. If the Academic Plan is not met, Financial Aid Suspension will once again occur. Students who meet the
conditions of their Academic Plan will remain on that plan until the required completion rate and/or GPA is met.
The Committee generally meets the week prior to the start of classes each term. Other meetings are scheduled on an as-needed basis. Students may contact
the Financial Aid Office for current information on meeting times. The results from actions of the committee will be emailed to the student following the meeting.
It is possible that the Committee may recommend a more aggressive Academic Plan for the student, which must be in place before aid will be reinstated.
Refunds and the "Return of Title IV Funds" Policy
According to Federal Regulation 34 CFR 668.22, when a recipient of Title IV grant or loan assistance withdraws from an institution during a payment period or
period of enrollment in which the recipient began attendance, the institution must determine the amount of Title IV grant or loan assistance that the student
earned as of the student's withdrawal date. There are two types of withdrawals: Official and Unofficial.
Official withdrawal dates are determined by the Registrar's Office based on the date the student submits their withdrawal.
An unofficial withdrawal occurs when a student receives an “XF” grade for the semester. The XF grade means the student did not complete the coursework and
quit attending class during the semester but did not officially withdraw from the class. The last date of attendance is determined by the instructors and reported
when they submit grades. If a last day of attendance cannot be otherwise determined, the student is assumed to have attended 50% of the enrollment period
and Return of Title IV Funds is calculated based on that date.
Calculation 1:
The Financial Aid Office (FAO) determines the amount of Title IV financial aid that has been disbursed to the student versus the amount of Title IV
financial aid that could have been disbursed to the student. In most cases the full amount of aid will have disbursed. In the instance that aid has not
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been disbursed, the student may be eligible for a post- withdrawal disbursement*.
The FAO determines the amount of time the student attended versus the total days of the semester. Breaks of five or more days during the semester
are removed from the total days of the semester. The calculation is represented as a percentage of aid the student has earned. This is multiplied by the
amount of Title IV aid disbursed and that could have disbursed. This is the amount of aid the student has earned.
The FAO then takes the amount of aid the student has earned and subtracts it from the total aid disbursed for the student. This is the amount of aid the
student has not earned.
The FAO also determines the amount of institutional charges that the student has incurred during their time of attendance. This amount is multiplied by
the percentage of unearned aid and represents the amount of unearned institutional charges.
The school reviews the amount of unearned aid versus the amount of unearned institutional charges, which is done within 30 days from the date the school
determined the student withdrew (officially or unofficially). The lesser of the amounts is the aid that is returned. The school has 45 days from the date the school
determined the student withdrew (officially or unofficially) to return this amount. Aid is return in the following order:
Direct Unsubsidized Loan
Direct Subsidized Loan
Perkins Loan
Grad PLUS Loan
Parent PLUS Loan
Pell Grant
Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)
TEACH Grant
Iraq and Afghanistan Service Grant
Other Federal, State, or Institutional Aid
A similar calculation will be done for State aid, and Institutional aid to determine the amount to be returned. A return of state and/or institutional funds will never
result in a balance owing for the student.
Calculation 2:
The Cashier’s Office will calculate the refund of institutional charges due the student per the University of Wisconsin refund policy mandated by the
State. Financial aid recipients are encouraged to contact the Financial Aid Office and the Cashier’s Office to be advised of the impact of withdrawing from the
university prior to initiating the process.
*Post-withdrawal disbursement (PWD)
If the student did not receive all of the funds that were earned prior to withdrawing, a PWD may be due. Once the Return to Title IV Funds is calculated, the
student will be issued a revised award letter indicating the change in aid, including the PWD if appropriate. PWD grant funds will disburse at the next scheduled
disbursement and first apply to any authorized charges at the institution before refunding to the student. If the PWD includes loan funds, the student must
give permission before the loan funds can be disbursed. Students will be notified of post- withdrawal loan disbursement eligibility within 30 days of the date of
withdrawal determination.
Consumer Information
Information required under the Higher Education Act of 1965, as amended, Title IV parts 668, 674, 675, 676, 682, 690, and 692 regarding, but not limited to,
eligibility and criteria for receiving and availability of financial aid, total educational costs of attending UW-Superior and refund policies can be obtained from the
Financial Aid Office, Old Main Room 110, 715-394-8200 or [email protected].
UW-Superior veteran enrollment requirements and standards of progress information are available from the Registrar's Office, Old Main Room 139,
715-394-8228 or [email protected].
The University is required through state statute (Assembly Bill 431) to share statistics with current students concerning crimes on campus and reported campus
incidents of sexual assault and date rape. As required by law, this information is distributed annually to students through the UW-Superior website (University
Police Department Daily Crime Report). In addition, federal laws, Student Right to Know Law and the "Campus Security Act" requires the university to inform
prospective as well as current students of similar crime statistics and information on student graduation rates. Students and the campus community are notified
of its availability through email and are provided a link to its location on the UW-Superior website.
The University is required to provide annually to every student and employee information concerning the university's policies on illicit drugs and alcohol. In
compliance with the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act amendments of 1989, UW-Superior publishes and distributes this information annually. Additional
information is available on the university's website or may be obtained from the Office of the Dean of Students Office at the Yellowjacket Union, 715-394-8244 or
Financial Aid Office Contact Information
Financial Aid Office
University of Wisconsin - Superior
Old Main 110
Belknap and Catlin Ave.
P.O. Box 2000
Superior, WI 54880
Phone: 715-394-8200
Email:
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Office of International Programs
Mission Statement
Immigration Procedures
Insurance Requirements
Study Away
Financial Aid for Study Away
Faculty Led Programs
Wisconsin in Scotland
Other Study Abroad Programs
National Student Exchange
Contact Information
Mission Statement
The [NAME:OIP] provides assistance and services to current international students at UW-Superior. (International students are defined as students who are in
nonimmigrant status, such as an F-1 or J1 status. International students can get help with issues such as: adjusting to campus and community life; maintaining
U.S. immigration status; employment and internships; medical insurance; taxes; and personal, cultural or academic issues.
The office also conducts new international student orientation, hosts cultural events, and advises the World Student Association.
The office also manages all study away programs including faculty-led short-term programs, semester and academic year programs abroad, and the National
Student Exchange.
Immigration Procedures
Advisors trained in immigration regulations assist students in maintenance of lawful F-1 Student Status including such matters as full-time enrollment and good
academic standing, obtaining Social Security cards, and authorization for off-campus employment including both Curricular and Optional Practical Training.
Insurance Requirements
The University of Wisconsin System requires all F-1 students to have illness and accident insurance coverage. This requirement is for their protection
because medical care in the United States is very expensive. If a student does not have adequate insurance coverage, one serious illness, injury or catastrophic
medical emergency could mean financial ruin. In such a case a student would almost surely have to return home, which would mean the end of his/her
educational dreams in the United States. UW-Superior offers an affordable international student accident and sickness insurance policy underwritten by AIU.
With few exceptions, all international students are required to enroll in the UW-Superior international student health insurance program. Please
contact
[email protected] before purchasing any other insurance. Otherwise, a student may end up having to pay for two plans.
Please note that the UW-Superior policy covers illness and accidents only. It does not cover routine physical examinations, sports examinations, routine
vision or dental care. We strongly recommend that students take care of these needs in their home country before coming to UW-Superior, or while they are
home during University breaks.
The requirement to purchase our UW-Superior insurance policy can be waived ONLY for students who provide proof of national health insurance from their
home country that meets or exceeds the policy offered through UW-Superior. We cannot accept coverage from other U.S.-based insurance providers.
If you believe that your policy meets or exceeds the university coverage, you must complete and sign a waiver form and give us a copy of your valid policy
enrollment card NO LATER THAN THE END OF THE FIRST WEEK OF CLASSES. We will not read through your policy searching for the required
information. It is your responsibility to study your policy to determine the coverage level.
Study Away
Study Away is experiential learning at its best! Time spent overseas, or on another National Student Exchange (NSE) campus in the US, will open a window to
the world that broadens students' international and intercultural awareness. To function effectively in the increasingly global economy, U.S. students need to
acquire new perspectives, knowledge and skills to succeed. Study Away brings a fresh perspective to career choice and human relationships. Each student
returns home a changed person able to see the world through new lenses.
UW-Superior offers numerous short-term and semester/academic year opportunities for students to study in other countries or on other NSE campuses while
receiving course credit at the University. Information about Study Away programs is available from at www.uwsuper.edu/studyaway.
All credits earned through any Study Away program are listed on the official UW-Superior transcript and are used to calculate UW-Superior cumulative GPA.
Financial Aid for Study Away
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In nearly all cases, students' financial aid eligibility will transfer for study abroad, and they may be eligible for additional funding through grants,
scholarships, and loans. Our staff provides coaching in applying for scholarships such as the Benjamin Gilman.
Faculty Led Programs
Short-term programs led by faculty members are offered to a variety of destinations including Bali, Bosnia, China, France, Ghana, India, Mexico, Scotland
and Spain. New programs are developed on a regular basis. These programs which travel in January or May range from 3 to 9 credits and all include a
pre-course during the semester before departure. Requirements and program fees vary so please check with the program staff at
[email protected] for more information.
Wisconsin in Scotland
The Wisconsin in Scotland (WIS) aka Experience Scotland, program is an amazing experience that offers virtually limitless opportunities for educational
and personal growth. It is an opportunity full of challenges, new experiences, and great rewards and a chance to live in a Scottish castle/palace!
The Wisconsin in Scotland program is a facet of the West Central Wisconsin Consortium (WCWC), under the authority granted by the UW Board of
Regents. UW-River Falls, UW-Stout, UW-Superior, UW-Parkside, UW-Whitewater, UW-Colleges and Normandale Community College offer participation
in the WIS program to their students and faculty members. Students can participate for either one semester or for the summer program.
Courses are taught by faculty from the participating universities. There are also courses offered by British adjunct faculty during the fall and spring
semesters. All courses are designed to take advantage of the Scottish setting. Fall and spring semester students are required to enroll for a minimum of
15 or 12 credits, respectively. Summer participants are required to enroll for a minimum of 3 credits. During the semester program, there is the
opportunity for independent study/directed study courses and/or internships with home campus approval. The semester program allows time for
independent travel with a 10-day break and several long weekends. The summer program allows three days of travel/exploration most weekends. Many
cultural activities are included in each program. Information is at http://www.uwrf.edu/wisconsininscotland.
Other Study Abroad Programs
UW-Superior has bi-lateral exchange agreements with the Global Village Program at Yonsei University, Wonju, South Korea Carl von Ossietzky
University, Oldenburg, Germany; and participates in the Wisconsin-Hessen Exchange with several institutions in Germany.
A semester long experience Experience China set in beautiful Hangzhou provides a rich, cultural immersion with the comfort and safety of an organized
and well-staffed international learning community. As a student in the Experience China (ExC) program you will participate in a directed study of Chinese
culture alongside your general education courses. The relationship between the United States and China has been described as important not only for
the citizens of our two countries, but also for a new era of global development. Position yourself on the leading edge of this new era by immersing
yourself in the historic, diverse, and complex culture of China with the ExC program.
Students desiring an immersion experience in Spanish study at the Center for Interdisciplinary Education, CIME, in Costa Rica where a variety of
internship experiences are also possible and host-family homestays provide terrific opportunities for language practice.
Art majors will find a special niche at SRISA, the Santa Reparata International School of Art in Florence, Italy.
Teacher Education majors enjoy the many opportunities to student teach abroad or in other parts of the U.S. through the Educators Abroad Program.
In addition to programs sponsored by UW-Superior, UW-Superior students can participate in programs offered by sister institutions within the University of
Wisconsin System.
National Student Exchange
Spread your wings and fly away on The National Student Exchange, a consortium of over 180 universities in the United States, our territories and
Canada! To date, UW-Superior students have exchanged to campuses in 22 states, Puerto Rico and 5 Canadian provinces.
The NSE Program has been compared to a domestic study abroad program. Instead of crossing oceans, however, NSE students cross state, regional,
provincial, and cultural borders to take courses not available on their home campuses, expand their academic program options, reside in a different
region, be exposed to diverse cultural settings, seek out graduate and professional schools, and explore career options. The changes seen in student
attitudes, understanding of other people in other settings, maturity, risk-taking, and decision-making are similar to the experiences of students who study
internationally.
NSE is an unbelievable bargain! Our campus participates under Plan B in which a participating student pays tuition and fees at UW-Superior just as if he
or she were here, but all housing, meals, and other costs are paid at the host university. Most scholarships and financial aid will apply as usual.
Contact Information
University of Wisconsin - Superior
Belknap and Catlin Ave.
P.O. Box 2000
Superior, WI 54880
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Online Learning
Mission Statement
Undergraduate Degree Programs Available to Online Learning Students
Communicating Arts Major
Elementary Education Major
Exercise Science Major
Health and Wellness Management Major
Interdisciplinary Studies Major
Individually Designed Major
Physical Education Major-Community/Public Health Promotion
Sustainable Management Major
Writing Major
Graduate Degree Programs Available to Distance Learning Students
Online Learning Contact Information
Mission Statement
The Online Learning program provides access to selected UW-Superior academic programs for learners who need a flexible study schedule or learning
opportunities regardless of location. Students may select enrollment through the Distance Learning Center when applying for university admission. The Center
offers online courses on a term basis that parallels the on-campus program. Students may complete a degree, enroll in individual courses, or earn credit through
prior learning. Financial Aid is available to qualified students, and designated scholarships for Online Learning students are offered by the UW-Superior
Foundation.
Undergraduate Degree Programs Available to Online Learning Students
Eight different undergraduate majors may be completed through the Online Learning:
Communicating Arts Major
The Communicating Arts major with a concentration in Speech Communication prepares students for opportunities in management, human resources,
sales, professional development, training, not-for-profit and community development, other business or organizational communication careers, as well as
graduate study. The major consists of 33 credits and requires a minor. For information about courses and requirements of this major, please refer to the
Communicating Arts section in the Undergraduate Academic Programs portion of this catalog.
Elementary Education Major
The Elementary Education major is available for Wisconsin licensure at Early Childhood through Middle Childhood (EC-MC, PreK-6th Grade) or Middle
Childhood through Early Adolescence (MC-EA, 1st Grade-7th/8th Grades) levels. Students must be able to complete a semester of student teaching in a
Wisconsin school. One three-week summer session in Superior and attendance at several one-day seminars/meetings in Superior are required.
For additional information about courses and requirements of this major, please refer to the Elementary Teacher Education section in the Undergraduate
Academic Programs portion of this catalog.
Exercise Science Major
The Physical Education major with a concentration in Exercise Science provides the knowledge and skills for career in areas such as adult fitness,
cardiac rehabilitation, or related fields. Students gain knowledge in human body structure, nutrition, and clinical exercise physiology. They also learn
about teaching, leadership, organization and administration, and safety and emergency responsibility skills.
For additional information about courses and requirements for this major, refer to the Physical Education Program of this catalog.
Health and Wellness Management Major
The Health and Wellness Management major is designed to equip students with the skills necessary to design, develop, implement, and maintain health
and wellness programs in the workplace. The 63-credit major incorporates coursework in human and population health, healthcare information
technology, marketing, leadership, and related subjects. For additional information about courses and requirements of this major, visit the website
hwm.wisconsin.edu and the Health and Wellness Management program section of this catalog.
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Interdisciplinary Studies Major
The Interdisciplinary Studies major is an individually designed liberal arts academic program which can be designed to meet educational, career or
personal goals. The Interdisciplinary Studies major:
requires a minimum of 51 credits (comprehensive major) or 33 credits with a minor
includes a minimum of three academic areas of study
must have a purpose, a theme, a rationale
includes a capstone experience
The major is designed by the student in consultation with an academic advisor and selected faculty. The approval process for the major includes the
advisor, faculty panel members from the selected academic areas of study, and the University Credits Committee.
For additional information about courses and requirements for this program, refer to the Interdisciplinary Studies Program of this catalog.
Individually Designed Major
Students who have a unique need for a major, and whose needs cannot be met by an existing major, have the option of developing an Individually
Designed Major (non-comprehensive). Working with their academic advisor, the student constructs a major course of study. The individually designed
major proposal must be signed by the student, his/her academic advisor, and the department chair representing the primary emphasis of the major. Once
required signatures are obtained, the student submits a petition to the Credits and Reinstatement Committee for review and final approval. The petition
may not be submitted before the second semester of the student's sophomore year, but must be submitted before the end of the student's junior year.
For additional information about courses and requirements for this program, refer to the Individually Designed Major section of this catalog.
Physical Education Major-Community/Public Health Promotion
The Community/Public Health Promotion concentration provides a solid foundational curriculum combined with practical experience through internship.
Students majoring in community/public health promotion may seek jobs in health fields including public health educators/coordinators, human resource
services, employee wellness, community wellness/fitness/education, county health departments, federal government agencies, as well as many other
health and wellness related areas. The Community/Public Health Promotion curriculum has been aligned with the Council on Education for Public Health
(CEPH) national standards.
For information about courses and requirements of this major, please refer to the Physical Education-Community/Public Health Promotion section in the
Undergraduate Academic Programs portion of this catalog.
Sustainable Management Major
The Sustainable Management Major is an interdisciplinary business management program that helps students gain a broad understanding of the ways in
which business systems, natural systems, and social systems intersect. The 63-credit major incorporates coursework in business management,
environmental science, natural resources, information systems, and logistics, all with a focus on sustainable practices. For additional information about
courses and requirements of this major, visit the website sustain.wisconsin.edu and the Sustainable Management Program of this catalog.
Writing Major
The Bachelor of Arts degree in Writing offers students depth of study in writing process and craft, creative and professional writing, and theories of
languages and rhetoric. Practice in diverse writing genres prepares students for a wide range of academic and professional goals. The degree program
will prepare students for many types of careeers in writing, including freelance work, technical writing, grant writing, editing, copywriting, and creative
writing. Our faculty and staff include many practicing and published writers and scholars.
For additional information about courses and requirements for this program, refer to the Writing Major section of this catalog.
Graduate Degree Programs Available to Distance Learning Students
Six different graduate degrees may be completed through the Online Learning:
Online Learning Contact Information
Online Learning
University of Wisconsin - Superior
Swenson Hall 3061
Belknap and Catlin Ave.
P.O. Box 2000
Superior, WI 54880
Email:
@uwsuper.edu
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Registrar
Mission Statement
Academic Standing (Probation/Suspension)
Attendance
Commencement
Change in Catalog Requirements
Credit and Class Information
Data Privacy (FERPA)
Degrees Awarded: Definition and Requirements of Each
Grades
Name/Address Changes
Petition Appeals
Policies
Cross Registration
Registration and Registration Changes
Student Preferred Name Policy
Residency
Transfer Policy
Transcripts
Veteran Students
Registrar's Office Contact Information
Mission Statement
The Registrar's Office maintains and secures the official academic student record and coordinates all processes involved with the registration of classes and
processing of all curriculum changes. The office offers a variety of services including transcript evaluation and disbursement, enrollment verification, grade
changes, degree confirmation and graduation, official catalog, academic standing determination, residency appeals, athletic eligibility and serves as the
university compliance office for the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).
Academic Standing (Probation/Suspension)
Successful movement towards goals combined with adequate acquisition of academic competence is a responsibility of the student. Students should choose the
academic pace that best meets their personal goals. The following standards have been defined for undergraduate students classified as freshmen,
sophomores, juniors, seniors, or undergraduate specials.
The policies and regulations listed below define the minimum academic standards of the University. A separate set of standards exist for financial aid and
athletic eligibility.
Academic standing is calculated after grades are processed for Fall, Spring, and Summer terms. Students whose semester or cumulative grade point average
falls below 2.0 are notified via email within two weeks of the end of the Fall, Spring, and Summer terms. Students should contact their advisor before the
beginning of the next semester to discuss potential modifications to the next semester's schedule.
Good Academic Standing
To be eligible to enroll for classes, a student must be considered to be in good academic standing. Students who have been suspended are not considered to
be in academic good standing and will be eligible to enroll for classes only after approved reinstatement. An exception to this policy is for summer college
enrollment. See the following section titled Academic Suspension.
Academic Probation
Students are placed on academic probation whenever one of the following occurs:
Cumulative grade point average drops below 2.0, OR
Semester grade point average is less than 1.66 regardless of the cumulative grade point average.
Students on probation must earn a 2.0 semester grade point average the following semester to move good standing. Good Academic Standing occurs once the
cumulative grade point average improves to 2.0 or higher. If students fail to earn a 2.0 semester grade point average, while on probation, they will be suspended.
Transfer students accepted with less than a 2.0 cumulative grade point average, from all previously attended institutions, are admitted on academic probation.
Suspended students readmitted by the Credits and Reinstatement Committee are readmitted on academic probation.
Academic Suspension
Students previously on probation whose semester grade point average fall below 2.0 are notified via email within two weeks of the end of Fall, Spring and
Summer terms that they have been suspended for the subsequent term. If students are enrolled in classes for the subsequent term, these classes are dropped
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by the Registrar's Office.
Reinstatement
A student who has been suspended is ineligible to continue at the University for a specified period of time. Students allowed to return after suspension will be
readmitted on academic probation.
First suspension-A first suspension is for the period of one semester. Students who wish to return to the University after one semester of non-enrollment must
apply for re-admittance through the Admissions Office. A petition for reinstatement is not necessary after a first suspension, however students will be required to
seek advisement through the Academic Advising Center and their assigned primary advisor before registering for classes when returning. Students may petition
for reinstatement before the lapse of at least one semester if it can be demonstrated to the Credits and Reinstatement Committee that the academic suspension
was due to factors beyond the students' control and that the cause for the suspension has been removed.
Second or Following Suspensions-A second (or more) suspension is for a period of one year. Students who have been previously suspended must petition for
reinstatement through the Credits and Reinstatement Committee after one year of non-enrollment. Suspended students are required to petition for readmission
regardless of how long ago the suspension occurred, unless they have raised their cumulative grade point average over 2.0. Students are allowed to submit
reinstatement petitions at any time to the Registrar's Office. The last possible time to submit a reinstatement petition is three weeks prior to the beginning of the
term in which the student wishes to re-enter. Students may petition for reinstatement before the lapse of one year if they can satisfactorily demonstrate that the
cause for suspension has been removed. Students allowed to return will be required to seek advisement through the Academic Advising Center and their
assigned primary advisor before registering for classes when returning. Returning students must also meet any conditions the Credits and Reinstatement
Committee placed on approval reinstatements.
Re-entry transfer students must furnish official transcripts. Admission, even after the above waiting periods, is not guaranteed. It will be necessary for the
students to demonstrate that their studies can be successfully completed.
Personal Appeal
If a student's written Petition for Reinstatement is denied, the student may request a personal appeal requiring the student to meet with the Credits and
Reinstatement Committee personally. Students should be aware that a personal appeal must be supported by information and/or documentation over and
above what was provided on the written petition, if the appeal is to have a chance to succeed.
Academic Forgiveness
There are individuals, who for a variety of reasons have poor previous academic records. UW-Superior allows students who have not earned a baccalaureate
degree to submit a petition requesting academic forgiveness for up to two consecutive semesters if the following requirements are met:
A minimum of three years must have lapsed between when the student last attended UW-Superior and the date of the submitted petition request.
The student must have completed at least 24 credits at the 100 level or above (pass/fail credits do not count) at UW-Superior with a GPA of 2.30. These
24 credits must be completed following the semester(s) to be forgiven.
The student must submit with their petition form, a written letter explaining why academic forgiveness should be awarded, including the student's current
academic plan.
The semester(s) to be forgiven must contain at least one D or F grade in each semester. An entire semester (not individual courses) must be
considered for forgiveness. This means all courses within the forgiven terms, regardless of the grade earned, will no longer count toward fulfilling
major/minor/graduation requirements.
Students must petition for forgiveness at least one term prior to the term a degree/certificate is to be awarded. Students may choose up to two
consecutive terms to be forgiven. Students can request Academic Forgiveness only one time in their academic career.
Transcript Notation
When forgiveness has been granted, the student's transcript will be annotated to indicate the term(s) has been forgiven. The previous earned grades will still
show on the transcript to reflect the true academic history of the student; however, grade points and credits will be removed so that prior grades are excluded
from the computation of the student's official cumulative GPA.
This policy does not apply to graduate students. The Graduate Academic Standing Policy is AP1112G.
Attendance
Students are expected to attend all classes. Individual absences from class may be excused only by the instructor. Consult the course syllabus for proper
procedures for notifying the instructor in case of emergency.
Group absences for both off- and on-campus activities, such as field trips, music clinics, and athletic trips, must be cleared with the appropriate administrator
and a list of students participating be made available for publication. The list of students should be posted on the faculty/staff digest by the sponsoring authority.
Students absent for University-approved activities will be excused from class and allowed to make up missed course work. Instructors may require students to
complete a supplementary assignment in lieu of class attendance. It is the student's responsibility to directly notify instructors prior to the absence.
Accommodations for Pregnancy, Religious Beliefs
The Faculty Senate of UW-Superior reaffirms the obligation of the institution and its employees to make appropriate physical and academic accommodations for
students who are pregnant and who give birth during the academic semester; this includes the parent supporting those who are pregnant or giving birth. It is the
institution's obligation to provide appropriate accommodations for pregnancy and childbirth and should be clearly indicated in course syllabi, the UW-Superior
catalog, and all other locations that list University accommodation policies.
It is the policy of the Board of Regents that students' sincerely held religious beliefs shall be reasonably accommodated with respect to scheduling all
examinations and other academic requirements.
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A student shall be permitted to make up an examination or other academic requirement at another time or by an alternative method, without any
prejudicial effect, where:
There is a scheduling conflict between the student's sincerely held religious beliefs and taking the examination or meeting the academic
requirements; and
a.
The student has notified the instructor, within the first three weeks of the beginning of classes (within the first week of summer session and
short courses) of the specific days or dates on which he or she will request relief from an examination or academic requirement.
b.
1.
Instructors may schedule a make-up examination or course requirement before or after their regularly scheduled examination or other academic
requirement.
2.
Instructors shall accept, at face value, the sincerity of students' religious beliefs.3.
Commencement
Application for Degree
Students planning to graduate must pay the $50 graduation fee and make application for a degree on or before the deadline date listed in the University's
Academic Calendar during their last term of attendance. The graduation fee does not include the cap and gown, which is purchased separately in the University
Bookstore. Students can apply online through their E-Hive account using the Application for Graduation link.
A senior will not placed on the list of candidates for a degree if the student begins the last term in residence (coursework must be UW-Superior credits) with a
grade point average lower than the minimum required for graduation. The last term must be spent in residence. Students who attempt to complete the
baccalaureate degree in absentia must have the approval of the University Credits Committee and complete the degree within one year.
All coursework must be completed and all grades that apply toward a degree must be received in the Registrar's Office within four weeks after the end of a
student's last term of attendance. If this deadline is not met, the student's name will be removed from the term's graduation list and the student will be required to
reapply for graduation. The Registrar's Office will not place a student's name on any future graduation lists unless a new degree application is received from the
student. If re-application is necessary, the application fee will be assessed again.
A student is not officially graduated until all grades have been received in the Registrar's Office and the student's record has been reviewed and cleared for
graduation. This process takes four to six weeks after the end of the term.
After the graduate has been cleared, the degree granted will be included on the transcript. An official transcript and diploma will be sent to the student's
permanent dress. If a replacement diploma is requested, the charge is $25.
Graduation Latin Honors Designations for Undergraduates
At UW-Superior there are two Graduation honors notes on the official transcript.
Graduation Honors are calculated using both the resident and transfer grade points for students who have earned a minimum of 30 semester credits in
residence, with at least 27 of those credits graded with letter grades. Graduating students must earn the minimum GPA at each of the levels of
distinction listed below:
Summa Cum Laude 3.850 and above
Magna Cum Laude 3.60 to 3.849
Cum Laude 3.4 to 3.599
1.
Major Honors are calculated using both the resident and transfer grade points from the courses that are required for the major. Graduating students
must earn the minimum GPA at each of the levels of distinction listed above.
2.
Change in Catalog Requirements
Students may choose to graduate from the catalog in which they were admitted, or a more recent catalog, as long as the student attended during the time period
of the catalog used; provided the catalog is not more than seven years old at the time of graduation. Transfer students may select the pertinent catalog of entry
which corresponds with the academic year they started at the previous institution or the UW-Superior catalog in effect at the time of transfer, or a more recent
catalog as long as the transfer student attended during the time period of the catalog used; provided the catalog is not more than seven years old at the time of
graduation. Mandatory legal changes may provide exceptions to these requirements.
Students may only graduate under one catalog; requirements for the degree, major, minor and University Studies must all be met using one catalog only.
Requests to graduation using a split catalog (major or minor or University Studies requirements from more one catalog) must be submitted on a student petition
form submitted to the Credits and Reinstatement Committee.
Students who do not complete course work for the degree within seven years must be graduated under the provisions of the current catalog. Any exceptions
regarding major or minor requirements must be approved by the academic department and submitted to the Registrar's Office via a course substitution form.
Any student who plans to graduate with course requirements or the required courses for any major offered by all academic departments that will be seven years
old at the time of graduation should be aware that the department retains the option to require the student to repeat any such courses. This policy applies to any
courses used to satisfy major requirements, regardless of the college or university that granted the credit initially.
The statements set forth in this catalog are for informational purposes only and should not be construed as the basis of a contract between a student and this
institution.
While the provisions of this catalog will ordinarily be applied as stated, UW-Superior reserves the right to change any provision listed in this catalog, including but
not limited to academic requirements for graduation and schedules for course offerings without actual notice to individual students. Every effort will be made to
keep students advised of any such changes. It is the students' responsibility to keep apprised of current graduation requirements for their particular degree
program by reviewing their Degree Progress Report (DPR) via their E-Hive account.
Credit and Class Information
Class Level Standing
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0 - 27 earned credits = freshman
28 - 55 earned credits = sophomore
56 - 83 earned credits = junior
84+ earned credits = senior
Course Numbering
Courses numbered 99 and below are considered non-college level and are referred to as remedial courses. These courses are not used to satisfy graduation or
degree requirements. However, the grades earned in remedial classes are used in calculating term and cumulative grade point average. Remedial credits are
also used in computing financial aid and athletic eligibility.
Courses numbered 100-299 are classified as lower-division courses. Faculty must assign D or F mid-term grades for all lower-division courses.
Courses numbered 300 to 499 are classified as upper division courses. A minimum of 36 upper-division credits are required for every bachelor's degree.
Courses numbered 500 and above are considered graduate-level courses. Students (in most cases) must be admitted as a graduate student to enroll in these
courses.
The first digit of the course number generally indicates class level for which the course is intended. Students are not encouraged to enroll in more than one year
above their class standing.
Credit Definition Credit Load
A class hour is defined as 50 minutes. The following definitions refer to number of class hours during a semester that is approximately fifteen weeks long, or an
equivalent amount of time for terms of longer or shorter duration.
One on-campus class credit is defined as 1 class hour of classroom or direct faculty instruction per week and an expectation of 2 class hours of out-of-class
student work each week.
One distance learning or hybrid class credit is defined as an equivalent amount of instruction and student work leading to equivalent learning outcomes, as
required for an on-campus class as defined above.
One laboratory credit is defined as a minimum of 2 class hours of work each week in a laboratory under the supervision of a lab supervisor/instructor and an
expectation of 1 class hour of additional out-of-class student work each week.
One studio credit hour is defined as a minimum of 2 class hours of studio work each week under the direct supervision of an instructor and a minimum of 2
class hours of individual studio work each week.
One ensemble music credit is defined as a minimum of 1 class hour of supervised rehearsal each week and a minimum of 2 class hours of individual student
work each week.
One internship or practicum credit is defined as at least 45 hours of supervised work in a field placement each semester.
One individualized study credit (e.g. thesis, independent and applied music) is defined as a minimum of 3 class hours of direct instruction and/or individual work
each week.
Credit Load
Full-time status is 12-18 semester credits for undergraduate students. Additional fees will be charged for credits over 18 and for Online Learning courses. Class
standing is determined by the number of credits earned, not by number of credits attempted. Students who are in academic difficulty or employed may find it
beneficial to take fewer credits than the maximum load. This load could be prescribed by the student's advisor or by the Credits and Reinstatement Committee.
Remedial Students: Students required to enroll in MATH 090 or 095 or WRIT 099 are considered remedial students. They are limited to 15 credits per term.
Students carrying credits in UW-Extension must include these credits in computing total load.
Semester Credit Load for Undergraduate Students
When enrolling in MATH 090, MATH 095, or WRIT 099: students may enroll for the semester in a total of 15 semester credits.
Freshmen (0-27 earned credits): may enroll in 17 credits; and 1 additional credit with advisor approval resulting in a total of 18 semester credits.
Sophomores (28-55 earned credits), Juniors (56-83 earned credits, and Seniors (84+ earned credits): regular load is 18 credits, and may enroll in 1
additional credit with advisor approval for a total of 19 semester credits.
If Sophomore, Junior, or Senior students' GPA is 3.0-3.49; regular load is 19 credits, and may enroll in 1 additional credit with advisor approval for a
total of 20 semester credits.
If Sophomore, Junior, or Senior students' GPA is 3.5-4.00; regular load is 20 credits, and may enroll in 2 additional credits with advisor approval for a
total of 22 semester credits.
Summer College Enrollment
Students enrolled in Summer College are limited to 14 credits per term. Full-time status for summer school is twelve credits for undergraduate students.
Undergraduates pay per credit for 1 to 5 credits. A block amount of tuition is paid for 6 to 9 credits and Undergraduates enrolled for 10 or more must pay a per
credit incremental rate.
The maximum load for Graduate students during the summer session is one credit per week of attendance or nine semester credits for a nine-week session.
Graduate students pay per credit.
Foreign Language Retroactive Credit
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Retroactive Credit is transcripted for students who acquire learning in vertical content courses in which higher levels are dependent on skill and knowledge
learned at lower levels. If lower level learning can be demonstrated to the satisfaction of faculty who offer vertical content course such as foreign languages,
students may request to enroll in the higher level course. Students who earn a grade of B- or higher in the higher level course will be awarded retro-credit posted
on the official transcript in the term in which the higher level course was completed.
Retroactive credits for lower level language courses are only awarded for completing courses numbered 102, 201 or 202, or a 300- level course with a grade of
B- or higher. For example, if students place into a 300- level foreign language course and earn a B- or higher, they would receive retroactive credit for 101, 102,
201 and 202 in that foreign language, and it would be posted to the official transcript. Retroactive credits are not awarded for upper division language courses.
Students should ensure the faculty teaching the higher level course complete and send the Retroactive Credit form to the Registrar requesting the posting of
retro-credit.
Credit for Prior Learning
Students may acquire knowledge and skills through and by experiences which are not necessarily tied to the traditional coursework. It is the philosophy of this
University to allow students to demonstrate their learning and pursue credit through several options:
Departmental Examinations1.
CLEP or DANTES Exams2.
Advanced Placement exams3.
International Baccalaureate4.
Faculty Assessment5.
Students transferring to UW-Superior may transfer up to 48 semester credits acquired through credit by examination in those courses and disciplines for which
credit by examination opportunities are provided at UW-Superior; this includes CLEP/DANTES exams. Because credit for prior learning is awarded rather than
earned at UW-Superior, credits awarded through prior learning methods will not count toward the 30 resident credits required for graduation.
A. Departmental Examinations: Departmental examination opportunities may be available in courses offered for undergraduate credit based on departmental
decision. Accordingly, academic departments will designate those courses eligible for departmental examination and will determine the standards, methods, and
procedures for course content and credits.
Procedure:
Students must make arrangements with the appropriate academic department.a.
Submit the Departmental Credit by Examination form to the Cashier along with the $100 per course administration fee before taking the
examination.
b.
A receipt showing payment of this fee will be verified by examiners at the time the examination is scheduled.c.
Submit the completed and signed form to the Registrar's Office so that the course is entered on the official transcript.d.
1.
Where departmental examination credit is awarded, a grade of P/pass will be assigned as determined by the faculty in the department. Credit earned
through examination will be so noted as such on the student's transcript. Courses completed by departmental examination will not be computed in
determining students' grade point averages. Grades of F/fail will not be transcripted.
2.
Students will not be allowed to earn credit by departmental examination in courses in which they already have earned a grade.3.
Students will not be allowed to repeat an examination for credit in a course in which they have previously attempted to gain credit by examination.4.
Academic departments will provide opportunities for departmental examinations during the registration period and the first three weeks of each
semester or summer school session. Departmental examination credits must be received in the Registrar's Office no later than the end of the fifth week
of the semester to be recorded for that semester.
5.
B. CLEP-DANTES (DSST) Examinations: Students at UW-Superior may receive college credit for passing scores on certain examinations offered by the
College Level Examination Program (CLEP) and the Defense Activity for Nontraditional Educational Support (DANTES or DSST). CLEP and DANTES tests are
offered online only. The following policies and procedures must be followed to earn credit for CLEP or DANTES:
CLEP or DANTES Only students enrolled at UW-Superior may receive credit for CLEP or DANTES examination credit is awarded only for course
exams approved by UW-Superior faculty. Learn more about CLEP Tests.
1.
Only students enrolled at UW-Superior may receive credit for CLEP or DANTES examinations. Students who take examinations before actual
enrollment at UW-Superior will receive college credit only after enrolling.
2.
Students who complete CLEP or DANTES exams at other institutions, will have to request the official CLEP or DANTES transcript be sent to
UW-Superior to have credit awarded.
3.
Credits awarded at UW-Superior for CLEP/DANTES may, or may not be, transferable to other institutions. Transfer of credit is at the discretion of the
institution to which students are transferring.
4.
When successful on a particular examination, students are awarded credit for the course (no grades are awarded). Failure on an exam is not recorded
on student records. Students can repeat the examinations six months after the initial examination.
5.
Normally, students will not be allowed to gain credit by examination for courses in which they already have earned a grade.6.
C. Secondary school students who have participated in the Advanced Placement (AP) Program in high school may have college credit awarded based on AP
exam scores.
Credit may be awarded for a score of 3 or above on appropriate examination.1.
Determine scores that equate to UW-Superior courses.2.
D. Secondary school students who have participated in the International Baccalaureate (IB) Program in high school may have college credit awarded based on
IB exam scores.
Determine scores that equate to UW-Superior courses.1.
E. Credit for Prior Learning through Faculty Assessment. Students may pursue credit based on documentation and/or prior learning through two methods:
Based on previous certification1.
Through portfolio2.
1. Pursuing credit based on previous certification: Students who have completed outside coursework, professional certification, or technical college courses
outside of existing articulation agreements may have appropriate faculty review the coursework for transcription into credits. Examples include CPT, American
Sign Language, Pilot Licensure, or other professional certifications or exams. Documentation such as but not limited to a license, certificate, or official test score
must be submitted for credits to be considered.
Procedures:
The student makes arrangements with appropriate academic department.a.
Submit the Credit for Prior Learning Through Faculty Assessment form with documentation for faculty assessment.b.
Upon receipt of signed form for any credits awarded, submit the administrative fee of $100 to the Cashier.c.
Submit the receipt and signed form to the Registrar for credit transcription.d.
1.
Pursuing credit through Portfolio: A written portfolio is created by the student that articulates his/her knowledge gained through extensive work and life
experiences that equate to learning outcomes for a particular course. The portfolio will contain Learning Outcome Essays and documentation.
Documentation should be included in the portfolio to support claims made in the Learning Outcome Essays. Documentation can include but is
not limited to such items as writing samples, certificates, licenses, photographs, and letters of support.
a.
Evaluation will be on a P/pass or F/fail basis.b.
2.
Transfer of Portfolio credits: 3.
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Portfolio credits usually do not transfer to another institution. Whether or not to accept credits earned through portfolio at the discretion of the
institution to which a student is transferring.
a.
The university accepts credit awarded for prior learning through portfolio assessment by other regionally accredited colleges and universities,
through the same process used to award transfer credit.
b.
Fees are assessed thusly: $100 administrative fee plus tuition of $75 per each 3 credits pursued. Fees are paid upon submission of the portfolio for
assessment.
4.
Students may enroll in WRIT 298, a 1-credit course that offers guided help and feedback during the portfolio process. This is not required.5.
Procedures:
Students must make arrangements with the appropriate academic departments.a.
Enroll in WRIT 298 if desired.b.
Submit the Credit for Prior Learning Through Faculty Assessment form and portfolio to the appropriate academic department/s. For
assessment within the same academic semester, portfolios should be submitted 4 weeks before the last day of finals in a given semester.
c.
Submit administrative fee plus tuition to the Cashier. Tuition and fees must be paid when the portfolio is submitted, before assessment.d.
Faculty will assess the portfolio, determine any credits awarded, and sign the form with a deadline of the last day of finals in the semester in
which the portfolio is submitted.
e.
Students will collect the portfolio and signed form with any credits awarded and submit it to the Registrar's office for transcription.f.
6.
Excess Credit Policy
Students accumulating more than 165 credits (or 30 more than required for a baccalaureate major, whichever is greater) toward their first undergraduate degree
will pay the full cost of instruction (which is double the amount of tuition only). This covers all resident undergraduate students including students pursuing a
double major. Exceptions include undergraduate special students, students pursuing post-baccalaureate certification or licensure, and Minnesota reciprocity
students (until such time that Minnesota adopts a similar surcharge).
The policy applies to all UW System-earned credits and WTCS transfer credits accepted toward a degree. Credits transferred from other institutions as well as
other types of credit or coursework for which credit may be awarded (such as advanced placement, retroactive credits, credits by examination, remedial credits,
etc.) are not included in the credit limit.
The additional cost is applied to students in the semester following the one in which they reached the earned the credit limit. The Registrar's Office notifies
students in advance, via a mailed letter, when they have reached 145 credits.
Appeals for exceptions, because of extenuating circumstances, may be made to the Excess Credit Appeals Committee, which is comprised of the Registrar, the
Bursar, and the Financial Aid Office Director.
Data Privacy (FERPA)
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA) as amended: Sets forth requirements regarding the privacy of student records. Specifically,
FERPA governs:
The disclosure of education records maintained by an educational institution; and
Access to these records
Notification by the institution to students of their FERPA rights
Learn more about the Family Policy Compliance Office
Education records: Records, handwritten or in any media, (including conduct records) that are directly related to a student and maintained by the University of
Wisconsin-Superior (UW-Superior) or by a party acting for the institution. Records NOT protected by FERPA include:
records of instructional, administrative, and educational personnel which are the sole possession of the maker and are not accessible or revealed to
any individual except a temporary substitute
records maintained by UW-Superior security/law enforcement unit
records of employment which relate exclusively to individuals in their capacity as employees (records of students employed by the UW-Superior as a
result of their status as students are education records, e.g. work-study)
records created, or maintained by a physician, psychiatrist or other recognized professional acting in his or her professional capacity (including
counseling and health records)
Alumni records which contain information about a student after s/he is no longer in attendance at UW-Superior and which do not relate to the person as
a student.
Student: A person, who attains the age of 18, or who attends an institution of higher education regardless of age, who is enrolled in a UW-Superior credit or
non-credit course.
Directory Information
UW-Superior considers the following Directory Information and WILL release this information WITHOUT the written consent of the student.
Full Name
Major or Program
Previous Colleges Attended
Full or Part-Time Status
Home Town
Academic Honors
Email Address
Athletic Achievements
Athlete Height & Weight
Class Level (Fr., So., Jr., Sr.)
Address (campus & home)
Withdrawal Date
Dates/Terms Enrolled
Degrees/Certificates Awarded and Date Conferred
Phone number(s)
Photographs
Students may submit a "Directory Information Restriction Request" form to the Registrar's Office to prevent directory or non-directory information from being
released. This Restriction form is valid for one year and must be re-submitted if the student intends for the restriction to be in effect for a longer period of time.
The Solomon Amendment
This law requires universities to release the information listed below regarding enrolled students to the military for recruitment purposes. Students may restrict
this disclosure to the military only by restricting all disclosure of Directory Information.
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Name
Date and Place of Birth
Degrees Received
Address
Levels of Education
Most recent educational institution enrolled in by the student
Telephone Listings
Academic Majors
Non-Directory Information
UW-Superior considers Non-Directory Information to include, but not to be limited to the following, and therefore will NOT release this personally identifiable
information without the student's written consent, or as specified in this policy.
Date of Birth
Class Schedule/Roster
Age
Transcript
Gender
Citizenship
Academic Standing
Social Security Number
Student ID Number
Parent Address(es)
Race/Ethnicity
Country of origin
Entrance Exam Results
Grades
Semester Grade Point Average
Cumulative Grade Point Average
Student Account Information
Financial Aid Information
Upon request, UW-Superior discloses education records without consent to officials of another institution that a student seeks or intends to enroll, or where the
student is already enrolled so long as the disclosure is for the purposes related to the student's enrollment or transfer.
Disclosure of Non-Directory Information
UW-Superior may disclose non-directory information from students' education records, without student's written consent, to school officials who have a
legitimate educational interest in the records, or to certain other individuals or organizations, as specified below. The release of information to those described
below does not constitute authorization to those individuals or organizations to share that information with a third party without the student's written consent.
A school official is
A person, organization, or company who is employed by, contracting with, or properly authorized by the Board of Regents, UW-Superior, or state law to
perform administrative, supervisory, academic, research, or support functions for UW-Superior.
This definition includes, but is not limited to:
law enforcement personnel;
health staff;
certain appropriate students;
field supervisors;
contractors, such as attorneys, auditors, or collection agents;
those properly authorized to serve as official board or committee members; or
any others properly authorized to assist another school official in performing his or her professional responsibilities for UW-Superior.
A school official must abide by all applicable policies and procedures regarding confidentiality of education records.
A school official has a legitimate educational interest if:
The official needs to review an education record in order to fulfill his or her professional responsibility. Those professional responsibilities may include, but are
not limited to:
Performing a task that is specified in his/her position description or by a contract agreement
Performing a task related to a students' education
Performing a task related to the academic or behavioral conduct of a student
Conducting research that benefits students and/or the University.
Other permissible recipients of such disclosures are:
The US Department of Education, the Comptroller General, state or local educational authorities
Organizations conducting certain studies for, or on behalf of UW-Superior
Organizations conducting research for educational agencies or institutions for developing, validating or administering predictive tests; administering
student aid programs; and improving instruction.
Accrediting organizations
Comply with a judicial order or lawfully issued subpoena, including ex parte orders under the US Patriot Act.
Appropriate parties in a health or safety emergency
A victim of a crime of violence or nonforcible sex offense when the information is related to the final results of the disciplinary preceding conducted by
UW-Superior
Those who seek sex offender registry information required from those required to register as sex offenders under state or federal law
Officials at other institutions in which the student has already enrolled or seeks to enroll in
International sponsors
State and local officials to whom information is specifically required to be reported by a state law as permitted by FERPA
Parents of a dependent student, as identified on federal tax forms
Parents of students, under the age of 18 at the time of the disclosure, who have violated any law or any institutional policy governing the use or
possession of alcohol or a controlled substance
The Registrar shall decide the legitimacy of requests for permissible disclosures of student information.
Valid Subpoenas
If the Registrar is served with a valid subpoena requesting student information, the Registrar must comply with the request. Before doing so, the Registrar shall
attempt to notify the student of the subpoena in advance of compliance so the student may seek protective action, unless the disclosure is in compliance with a
subpoena issued by an agency that has ordered the contents of the subpoena, or the information furnished in response to the subpoena, not be disclosed.
Student Class Schedules
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The Registrar's Office will not release current class schedules or locations for any student, unless that information is requested pursuant to a valid subpoena, as
described above. In the event of an emergency that involves the health and/or safety of an individual, UW-Superior will deliver a message to a student.
Otherwise, it is the responsibility of all students to make available their whereabouts to parents, children, spouses or anyone else they deem appropriate.
Deceased Students
Information on deceased students may be made available to survivors or third parties via a request to the Registrar. An individual student's rights under FERPA
are no longer valid upon death of that student.
Record of Requests for Disclosure
UW-Superior must maintain a record of each request, with the exceptions listed below, for access to, and disclosure of, personally identifiable information from
education records. The record of each request for access and each disclosure must contain the name of the parties who have requested or receive information
and the legitimate interest the parties had in requesting or obtaining the information.
A record does not have to be kept if the request was made by or disclosure was made to:
An eligible student
A school official who has been determined to have a legitimate educational interest
A party with written consent from the eligible student
A party seeking directory information only
A student serving on an official committee or assisting another school official
Thus requests for, or disclosure of education record information without a student's written consent, which UW-Superior is required to record, would include, but
is not limited to:
Disclosure to the parent (either custodial or noncustodial) of an eligible student
Disclosure in response to a lawfully issued court order or subpoena
Disclosure for external research purposes where individual students have been identified
Disclosure in response to an emergency
These records must be maintained with the education records of the student as long as the records are maintained by UW-Superior.
Student Rights Under FERPA
FERPA affords students certain rights with respect to their education records. These rights include:
The right to inspect and review educational records; requests will be complied with no later than 45 days from the date of the student's written request,
which is to be directed to the Registrar's Office. Students do not have the right to receive a copy of their record unless failure to do so would prevent
them from inspecting and reviewing their record, such as when the student no longer lives within commuting distance. The Registrar may arrange for
these students to inspect the requested records at a college or university located closer to the student.
The right to request the amendment of education records, which the student believes are inaccurate, misleading or otherwise in violation of the student's
rights of privacy. If the Registrar does not agree with the student's request to amend his/her education records, the student may submit a written
request to the Dean of Students Office Office asking for a formal hearing on his/her request. The Dean shall make the final decision regarding the
student's request. If the student disagrees with the decision of the Dean, he/she may submit a written statement which will be placed in his/her official
record commenting on the disputed information.
The right to give or to withhold consent to disclosure of personally identifiable information contained in the student's education records, except to the
extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without consent;
The right to file with the US Department of Education a complaint regarding UW-Superior's compliance with the requirements of FERPA;
Records relating to individuals who apply for admission but are not admitted or do not enroll are not protected by FERPA; and
The right to receive notification of rights granted by FERPA.
Student Notification
New and continuing students are notified of their FERPA rights each semester via message on the Student Digest.
New students are notified of FERPA rights at all SOAR (summer orientation and registration) events.
Everyone can access UW-Superior's Student Data Privacy (FERPA) policy.
The Registrar's Office is the primary contact for all student information inquiries.
Access to Public Records
The archivist has been designated by the chancellor as the custodian of all public records maintained at UW-Superior. Requests for records should be made
directly to the designated custodian during normal office hours or by mail addressed to Jim Dan Hill Library, University of Wisconsin-Superior, 715-394-8343 .
Records which are readily available will be provided promptly.
If an extensive search is required, the person making the request will be notified of costs when they reach a level of $50 or more. Copying charges are 5¢ per
page. If copies of records are to be mailed mailing, processing and copying charges will be made. Should the total charge exceed $5, the charges must be
prepaid.
Degrees Awarded: Definition and Requirements of Each
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Degrees awarded at UW-Superior include: Associate Degree, Associate of Science, Bachelor of Arts (BA), Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Bachelor of Music (BM),
Bachelor of Music Education (BME) and Bachelor of Science (BS).
Associate Degree
The associate degree (a two-year degree) is primarily intended to provide a broad liberal arts background and is designed to be the foundation for, and satisfy
the University Studies requirements, for most bachelor degree programs. Students who intend to transfer to another institution should earn an Associate degree
prior to leaving UW-Superior. Latin honors are not awarded for associate degrees.
Overall Associate Degree Requirements
Earn a resident (UW-Superior) cumulative grade point average of 2.0.1.
Earn at least 24 credits from UW-Superior.2.
The last 12 credits of the degree must be earned at UW-Superior, or through University approved Study Abroad or National Student Exchange.3.
Complete General, Core and Knowledge Category requirements.4.
Complete the Diversity and Global Awareness Requirements.5.
Submit an electronic application for graduation via E-hive.6.
Pay a $50 graduation fee to the Bursar/Cashier's Office prior to the diploma being sent. The graduation fee does not include the cap and gown, which
is purchased separately in the University Bookstore.
7.
Degrees are not posted to transcripts with outstanding Incomplete or In-Progress grades.8.
Student may not use more than one catalog; student may not satisfy the University Studies requirements from one catalog, while satisfying the major
requirements of another catalog.
9.
Degrees are posted in the term in which a graduation application is submitted for the respective degree.10.
Degrees are not posted when a student has been academically suspended.11.
Additional Associate Degree Requirements
Complete of a minimum of 60 credit hours (numbered 100 or above); at least 24 credits must be earned at UW-Superior.1.
Complete an additional three credits in the Natural Sciences: courses in Biology, Chemistry, Geology or Physics.2.
Complete an additional three credits in the Social Sciences: courses in Economics, Political Science, Sociology, Psychology or Anthropology.3.
Complete an additional four credits drawn from any of the following disciplines: Anthropology, Art History, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science,
Economics, English, Film/Theatre, Gender Studies, History, Foreign Languages, Geology, Geography, First Nations Studies, Music, Philosophy,
Physics, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology or Writing (with the exception of 099, 101, or 102).
4.
Complete at least two courses, excluding core requirements, in a single discipline.5.
Bachelor Degrees
Bachelor degrees are four-year degrees that include all University Studies requirements plus a minimum of additional credits toward a specific major(s)/minor
so that a minimum of 120 credits are earned. Latin honors are awarded for bachelor degrees.
Overall Bachelor Degree Requirements
Note: See other sections of the catalog for additional or specific requirements for Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Fine Arts, Bachelor of Music, and Bachelor of
Science degrees. Other sections of the catalog should also be consulted for the specific requirements for University Studies, academic major and minor
programs of study, and professional preparation such as teacher education.
A. Overall requirements (Note that credits are semester credits.)
120 or more total undergraduate credits, i.e. in courses numbered 100-499.1.
36 or more undergraduate credits in upper-division courses, i.e. courses numbered 300-499.2.
A resident grade point average of 2.0 or above for all undergraduate credits.3.
30 or more undergraduate credits earned at UW-Superior.4.
The last 12 undergraduate credits earned at UW-Superior, or through University approved Study Abroad or National Student Exchange.5.
B. Completion of the University Studies requirements (See the University Studies section of the catalog.)
Core courses.1.
Global Awareness and Diversity requirement.2.
Knowledge categories.3.
Corequisites.4.
C. Completion of the requirements for major, minor, and/or comprehensive major programs in different disciplines (See the Academic Programs section of the
catalog.)
At least one major and one minor in a different discipline; two majors in different disciplines; or a comprehensive major.
A major is 30 or more credits, half or more of which are in upper division courses.a.
A minor is 21 or more credits, one third or more of which are in upper division courses.b.
A comprehensive major is 51 or more credits, 22 or more of which are in upper division courses.c.
1.
A resident grade point average of 2.0 or above in the courses satisfying the requirements for each major, minor, or comprehensive major. (i.e. separate
grade point average for each program.) A student cannot graduate while on academic suspension.
2.
Distinct credits in major, minor, and comprehensive major programs, (i.e. credits counted only once.)
51 or more total distinct credits.a.
22 or more distinct upper-division credits.b.
In the event that one or more courses satisfy requirements in more than one major and/or minor program, additional credits will be required inc.
3.
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one or more of the programs up to the total credits and/or the total upper-division credits required for the programs.
The major and minor programs should be in different disciplines, i.e. half or more of the credits and/or upper division credits applied to one
program should be distinct from those for another. Additional credits in one or more of the programs may be permitted to satisfy the distinction.
d.
Note: Items c and d above do not apply to comprehensive major programs.
D. Variations from these requirements.
Individual programs, departments or certification groups may have additional or higher requirements.1.
A petition process for variations from these or other requirements and policies is published in this catalog.2.
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Students must complete a minimum of 6 credits in one foreign or indigenous language.1.
Students must complete at least one foreign or indigenous language course at UW-Superior.2.
Students who have successfully completed high school language courses must complete a language placement exam to determine their level of
language proficiency.
3.
Students who place above the 202 level are not required to enroll in one UW-Superior foreign or indigenous language course.4.
Students are awarded retro-credits for lower level language courses after successfully completing 102,201 or 202 with a grade of B- or higher. For
example, if students place into SPAN 202, they would receive retro-credit for SPAN 101, 102 and 201 and it would be posted to the official transcript.
5.
Complete a comprehensive major, or a non-comprehensive major with another major or minor.6.
Bachelor of Fine Art (BFA)
Complete the foundation art requirements.1.
Decide upon a studio focus during the first two years in the major.2.
Complete a minimum of 18 credits in sequence taken in one studio area. A minimum of 60 credits is required including the foundation courses plus
three credits of drawing beyond ART 105.
3.
No minor or second major is required for this comprehensive BFA degree.4.
Bachelor of Music (BM)
Choose one of the following:
Bachelor of Music in Performance: Instrumental (Non-Keyboard)1.
Bachelor of Music in Performance: Keyboard2.
Bachelor of Music in Performance: Voice3.
1.
Complete a minimum of 72 to 83 credits in music consisting of music theory, ear training theory, music history and other specific courses within the
chosen performance area.
2.
No minor or second major is required for this comprehensive Bachelor of Music degree.3.
Bachelor of Music Education (BME)
Choose one of the following, in preparation for EC-A licensure in the state of Wisconsin in either Choral and General Music or Instrumental and
General Music:
Bachelor of Music Education: Choral/General1.
Bachelor of Music Education: Instrumental/General2.
1.
Complete MUSI 161 for the World Language, Culture and Philosophy Humanities Knowledge Category University Studies requirement.2.
Complete either ART 222 or COMM 122 for the Art History, Criticism and Appreciation Fine and Applied Arts Knowledge Category University Studies
requirement.
3.
Compete 68 credits of specific MUSI/MUSED courses for the Bachelor of Music Education: Choral/General major.4.
Complete 69 credits of specific MUSI/MUSED courses for the Bachelor of Music Education: Instrumental major.5.
Complete 30 credits of specific Teacher Education (T ED) courses.6.
Complete a minimum of 134 total credits for the Choral/General major.7.
Complete a minimum of 135 total credits for the Instrumental major.8.
Bachelor of Science (BS)
See above under degree requirements.
Certificate (CERT)
Certificates are awarded for short programs consisting of 9 to 30 credits. To be awarded a certificate for completion of a credit-bearing certificate program,
students must: complete a certificate application form, and submit it to the Registrar's Office for the certificate to be posted to the student's transcript.
Students earning certificates do not participate in Commencement and Latin honors are not awarded for certificates.
Certificates are not awarded to students with academic suspension status.
University Studies Program
Masters Degrees
Master degrees are graduate-level degrees. The catalog requirements in effect upon the student's term of entry define the graduation requirements for the
degree sought. Application for the graduate degree must be made online at the beginning of the final term of attendance.
For a graduate degree to be posted, all requirements and course work must be completed within four weeks of the final day of the student's last term of
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For a graduate degree to be posted, all requirements and course work must be completed within four weeks of the final day of the student's last term of
attendance. Students who have applied, but do not graduate must reapply for graduation.
All credits used in meeting the requirements of a graduate degree or certification in professional education must be earned within a period of not more than 10
consecutive years, commencing with the enrollment date in courses applicable to the degree (or certification program) rather than the completion date of
applicable courses.
All master's degree candidates are required to complete a thesis or culminating project as prescribed by the graduate program and approved by the faculty
advisor. Evidence of completion of this requirement must be verified by the advisor as indicated on the student's Plan of Study.
UW-Superior awards two master degrees: Master of Arts (MA) and Master of Science in Education (MSE).
Overall Graduate degree requirements
Master of Arts (MA)
UW-Superior offers MA degrees in:
See specific requirements in the Graduate Studies section of this catalog.
Master of Science in Education (MSE)
UW-Superior offers MSE degrees from the following departments in the following majors with minimum requirements listed:
See specific requirements in the Graduate Studies section of this catalog.
Specialist in Education (EdS)
UW-Superior offers an EdS in Educational Administration with specializations in:
Requirements are:
See specific requirements in the Graduate Studies section of this catalog.
Certification Programs
UW-Superior offers courses that lead to certifications for licensure in:
See specific requirements in the Graduate Studies section of this catalog.
Minor Awarded after Bachelor Degree Earned
Students, who have already earned a baccalaureate degree, and wish to earn a subsequent minor, must complete all requirements of the minor including a
minimum of 21 distinct additional semester undergraduate credits that are not applied to the first degree.
This means that students seeking a subsequent minor from UW-Superior must have a minimum of 141 earned degree-seeking credits. Students must apply for
and pay the graduation application fee for a subsequent minor.
Students MAY use the same credits to satisfy requirements for a major and minor (double-dipping IS allowed).
The subsequent minor shall be listed separately on the official transcript with the date awarded.
Transfer Students earning a Minor after being awarded a transfer baccalaureate degree.
Students with a baccalaureate degree from any other regionally accredited institution who wish to earn a subsequent minor from UW-Superior must complete a
minimum of 21 distinct additional semester undergraduate credits from UW-Superior, subsequent to the awarding of the first degree.
Students MAY use the same credits to satisfy requirements for a major and minor (double-dipping IS allowed).
The subsequent minor IS NOT LISTED on a UW-Superior official transcript and students do NOT apply for graduation.
Second Degree
UW-Superior Alum who wish to earn a second UW-Superior degree who have earned a baccalaureate degree from UW-Superior, may not return to
UW-Superior to seek a second major that will be attached to the UW-Superior degree already earned; rather students will be required to earn a second degree.
Students, who have earned a baccalaureate degree from UW-Superior, and who wish to earn a second, distinct undergraduate degree from UW-Superior, must
complete a minimum of 30 additional semester undergraduate credits from UW-Superior, subsequent to the awarding of the first degree. Requirements for a
second major must be completed AS WELL AS requirements for a third major or a minor (if the second major sought is not a comprehensive major). This means
students seeking a second baccalaureate degree from UW-Superior must have a minimum of 150 earned degree-seeking credits. Students must apply for and
pay the graduation application fee for a second degree.
For example, a student can be awarded a BS degree in biology and a BS degree in chemistry, assuming s/he has met the requirements of both majors and
have earned at least 150 credits from UW-Superior. Students MAY use the same credits to satisfy requirements for more than one major or for a major and
minor (double-dipping IS allowed).
Transfer Students
Students with a baccalaureate degree from any other accredited institution who wish to earn a second baccalaureate degree from UW-Superior must complete a
minimum of 30 additional semester undergraduate credits from UW-Superior. These 30 credits cannot be from the original degree (from the transfer institution).
Transfer students must complete the requirements of a UW-Superior major AND a UW-Superior minor or third major (if not a comprehensive major). This means
students, who already hold a baccalaureate degree, seeking a second baccalaureate degree from UW-Superior, must have a minimum of 150 earned
degree-seeking credits. Students must apply for and pay the graduation application fee.
Second Master's Degree
Additional master's degrees are permissible but each degree requires 30 to 60 semester credits (as per the catalog requirements) beyond the credits earned for
the previous master's degree(s). Courses taken as part of a prior master's degree may not count toward the credit requirement for a subsequent master's
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degree. Students who have completed a master's degree program at UW-Superior who wish to re-enter for a second master's degree must use a re-entry
application to begin a subsequent master's degree.
Concurrent Degree Policy
Students may be awarded two undergraduate degrees concurrently provided that the degree programs have substantial differences or entitlements. Students
may be awarded concurrent degrees including the BM, BME, BFA, BA and BS degrees provided they have different comprehensive majors or
non-comprehensive majors with either an additional major/minor. Each degree must be distinct. For example, two of the same degree cannot be awarded
concurrently such as two Bachelor of Arts degrees. Students must complete all requirements for both programs, including degree, major, and unique
requirements including certification requirements for teachable majors/minors. The major from either degree may not be used in place of any minor required in
the other degree (e.g., the music major from the BME degree may not replace the minor required in the BA degree).
The student must complete a minimum of 150 credits to be awarded two degrees either concurrently or by returning to add an additional degree which requires
30 additional credits beyond the first degree. Please refer to the Second Baccalaureate Degree Policy.
Students will be assigned an advisor from each program that is being pursued.
The duplicate credit rule applied between the majors and/or minors of both degrees pursued.
The University Studies requirements for the University only need to be met once; however, students must meet any specific University Studies requirements for
the academic program(s).
Students who elect to pursue concurrent degrees are not exempt from the UW System Excess Credits surcharge.
Posthumous Degree
A request for a posthumous degree is initiated by a person, or persons associated with the deceased to the Registrar. This is usually a family member, but the
academic department of the student can initiate it in accordance to the wishes/support of the family.
The deceased student must have completed at least 7/8 of the degree requirements of his/her major. If the deceased student was not close to meeting
graduation requirements, the academic department may recommend that a "Certificate of Accomplishment" or other similar acknowledgement be issued.
The request must be approved by the academic department and the Provost. The Registrar may also suggest a posthumous Associate degree, if the deceased
had completed 7/8 of an Associate degree.
Grades
Below are listed the official grades of UW-Superior. Grades listed below are used to calculate term and cumulative grade point average (GPA) unless noted with
an asterisk. Grade points are assigned for each grade (including zero grade points) used to calculate GPA.
Faculty electronically assign final grades students have earned at the end of each term or Summer College session. Students access grades via their unofficial
transcript in E-Hive.
Below are listed grade points assigned for each grade.
Letter Grade Grade Points per Credit Credit Earned?
A 4.000 Yes
A- 3.667 Yes
B+ 3.333 Yes
B 3.000 Yes
B- 2.667 Yes
C+ 2.333 Yes
C 2.000 Yes
C- 1.667 Yes
D+ 1.333 Yes
D 1.000 Yes
D- 0.667 Yes
F 0.000 No
AUD (Audit) * N/A No
I (Incomplete) * N/A No
IP (In-Progress-only assigned
for specific courses) *
N/A No
NC (No Credit) * N/A No
NR (Not Reported)* N/A No
P (Pass)* N/A Yes
W (Withdraw) * N/A No
XF (Last Date of Attendance) N/A No
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Grade Point Average
The cumulative grade point average (GPA) is based on the grade point system and is computed by dividing the total number of points earned per credit by the
total number of credits attempted. Grades of Aud, I, IP, NC, NR, P, and W and not counted as credits attempted in computing GPA.
The cumulative grade point average for a straight A letter grade in six three-credit courses is computed by diving the total number of grade points (A=Four grade
points multiplied by 18 credits=72 grade points) by the number of attempted credits (18), which would give the student a cumulative average of 4.000.
Major/Minor GPA Calculation
Major and minor grade point average (GPA) calculation shall be based on all coursework attempted (this excludes "I", "IP", "NC" and "W" grades) in residence
that applies to the respective major or minor. There is no limitation placed on the number of credits that are used in this calculation.
The University of Wisconsin-Superior's Repeated Coursework Policy (AP 1206) will be enforced for this calculation. For example, if a student repeats a required
course within a major, it will be the most recent grade that is used in the major GPA calculation.
The major/minor GPA only includes pre-requisite coursework when it has been included in the major/minor as a requirement. This also applies to coursework
required to get into the major/minor. Departments may apply additional coursework to the major/minor by notifying the Registrar's Office. Department chair
approval is required.
This is the GPA that will be used for graduation eligibility (2.00, while in residence) within the major or minor. A given major or minor may require a higher GPA
for graduation eligibility as specified in the catalog.
Dean's List Honors
To be eligible for Dean's List honors, students must earn a semester grade point average of at least 3.50, while carrying a minimum of twelve (12) semester
college level (courses above 100) credits on the A/F grading system.
Courses graded with a Pass (P) grade and courses numbered below 100 do NOT count toward the 12 semester credits required to calculate Dean's List honors.
Dean's list honors are printed on the official transcript.
Grade Appeal
Instructors are expected to evaluate students regularly and consistently by criteria and guidelines provided to the students at the beginning of the semester in
the course syllabus. If a student has reason to believe that a grade is incorrect, the student may act on that concern through the following process.
A student may seek to appeal the grade based on one or more of the following factors:
An error was made in grade computation;
The grade was based on factors contrary to those stated in the course syllabus;
The grade involved some breach of federal or state constitutional protections, federal laws, Regents' Rules, or UW-Superior policies.
Student Appeal Process
Student must present rationale for changing the grade to the instructor. This consultation must occur no later than the fourth week of the following
semester.
Fall Semester grade appeals must be submitted by the fourth week of Spring Semester
Spring Semester grade appeals must be submitted by the fourth week of the following Fall Semester
Summer College grade appeals must be submitted by the fourth week of the following Fall Semester
1.
If the results are not satisfactory and the student wishes to continue the appeal process, the student shall make an appointment to speak with the
department chair explaining the grade concern.
2.
The department chair can offer to facilitate a meeting between the student and the instructor.3.
If the results are not satisfactory and the student wishes to continue the appeal process, the student has the right to contact the provost and submit a
written request for review of the contested grade.
4.
The provost can appoint an individual or group to review the student's grade concern and report back to the provost.5.
The provost, after hearing the results of the report in listed above, can suggest an instructor change a grade or that no action be taken to change a
grade. The provost, as chief academic officer, has the final determination in establishing cause.
The instructor is the only person who can change a grade (unless the instructor is no longer on campus and/or available to make a grade change-at
which point the department chair may change the grade). If there is cause to request a grade change and the instructor declines to make the change,
the provost has the right to submit a written description of the complaint to be inserted into the instructor's personnel file. Likewise, the instructor can
submit a letter of explanation regarding the grade. If the provost determines that there is no cause to request a change in grade, the matter is closed
with no record in the instructor's personnel file.
6.
The provost will convey the findings and actions to the student, the instructor, and the department chair.7.
Grade Changes
It is the student's responsibility to call the instructor's attention to any perceived error in grading as soon as possible after grades are reported. It is the
instructor's responsibility to correct grading errors as soon as they are noted, if warranted.
The instructor authorizes a grade change by signing a Change of Grade form. The department chair approves this form and then submits it to the Registrar's
Office, where the record will be changed and the student notified of the change of grade.
A change of grade can result in a student's change in academic standing (good standing/probation/suspension).
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Instructors have the purview to change grades at anytime, (regardless when the grade was assigned) providing they have department chair approval.
Final Exams
Final examinations are scheduled during the last week of each semester. The final exam schedule for each term is listed at www.uwsuper.edu/registrar/finals. In
the event that final examinations on a given day have to be cancelled due to inclement weather or other emergency circumstances, the following procedures
shall apply:
The examinations scheduled for that day will be moved to the day immediately following the last scheduled examination day.
If the cancellations happen during the first part of a split examination week, the make-up day will be the Saturday within the exam week.
If instructors can determine an alternate time for their examination outside of the above, they are permitted to do so. It is their responsibility to
communicate this to members of the class.
If instructors can determine an alternate examination format (i.e. take home exam, web exam) they are permitted to do so. It is their responsibility to
communicate this to members of the class.
Incomplete Grade Lapse
A grade of Incomplete (I) may be given by an instructor when a student has been engaged for at least two-thirds of the class, but has been prevented by
emergency circumstances from completing the course. There should be, in the judgment of the instructor, a reasonable probability that the student can complete
the course successfully without again attending regular class sessions or needing extensive instructor supervision.
Instructors who assign an I grade must submit a change of grade form (requesting the I be replaced by a regular grade A-F or P) by the end of the next Fall or
Spring term. I grades for Summer lapse after Fall term.
If a grade change is not submitted by the last day of the subsequent term, by the instructor who assigned the Incomplete grade, the Registrar's Office will lapse
the Incomplete grade to a Failing (F) grade the day after the last day of the term (last day of final exams).
Degrees will not be posted to transcripts if there are any I grades listed on a transcript. The Registrar will request faculty to change any I grades, for courses not
required for graduation with NC (no-credit) grades prior to posting a degree. Ultimately, it is the student's responsibility to ensure all I grades have been
replaced with regular grades prior to applying for a degree.
In-Progress (IP) Grades
A grade of In-Progress (IP) may be assigned by an instructor in specially designated courses where the expectation is that students cannot finish the course
within a traditional term. There should be, in the judgment of the instructor, a reasonable probability that the student can complete the course successfully within
one calendar year without attending regular class sessions or needing extensive instructor supervision.
Courses meeting this requirement are student teaching, internships, senior capstones, practicums or theses. ONLY the specific courses listed below can be
assigned IP grades:
ANTH 301
ART 435, 497, 498, 635, 697, 698, 735, 797, 798, 799
BIOL 181, 281, 481, 491, 492, 496
CHEM 181, 281, 381, 481, 491, 496, 497
CHIN 399
CJUS 160, 301, 320, 491, 492, 498, 499
COAC 250
COMM 698, 798, 775, 780
COUN 750, 756, 758
CSCI 399, 498
ECON 301
EDAD 704, 705, 706, 707, 724, 725, 726, 727, 734, 735, 736, 737, 760, 761, 762, 763, 860, 861, 862, 863, 864, 867
ENGED 752
FNS 486, 490
FREN 399
GEOG 281, 298, 450, 481, 491, 491, 496, 498, 681
GEOL 281, 281, 491, 496, 681
GST 301
HHP 188, 339, 422, 423, 424, 435, 458, 471, 490, 491, 492, 494, 495, 496
HIST 301, 490, 495, 695
LSTU 301, 485, 488, 497, 499
MATH 498
PHIL 301
PHYS 281, 381, 481, 681
POLS 301, 485, 499
PSYC
SOCI 301, 497, 498, 499, 699
SO W 422, 427
SPAN 399
SPED 775, 776
TED 470, 752
Instructors who assign an IP grade must submit a change of grade form (requesting the IP be replaced by a regular grade A-F or P) within one calendar year of
date the IP grade was assigned. If a grade change form is not submitted by the end of one calendar year, by the instructor who assigned the IP grade, the
Registrar's Office will lapse the IP grade to a Failing (F) grade.
Degrees will not be posted to transcripts with Incomplete (I) or In-Progress (IP) grades listed on the transcript. The Registrar will request faculty to change any IP
grades, for courses not required for graduation with NC (no-credit) grades prior to posting a degree. Ultimately, it is the student's responsibility to ensure all IP
grades have been replaced with regular grades prior to applying for a degree.
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Mid-Term Grades
Students earning a D or F in 100- to 200-level semester-long courses through the middle of the term will receive a mid-semester grade email. Mid-term grades
are not issued during summer session. Mid-term grades are not calculated in the grade point average and do not appear on students' transcripts. Mid-term
grades are valuable for both students and faculty as progress checks and advising tools. Students are encouraged to discuss their academic performance with
the instructor and/or adviser to determine ways to improve course performance so that academic standing is not negatively affected when final term grades are
posted.
Mid-term grades are not issued during Summer College.
Pass/Fail Grades
Students are allowed a total of 15 elective Pass/Fail (P/F) credits, with the exclusion of WRIT 101 and WRIT 102.
Specific courses, identified by the various departments and in the student's major, may not be taken P/F. Degree-seeking students cannot take COMM 110 as
P/F. Students in Business and Economics programs, and other students who wish to enroll in 300- or 400-level Business or Economics courses, may not include
courses taken as P/F as pre-requisites. Details are specified in the Business and Economics section of this catalog.
Students who choose the P/F grading option should do so upon enrollment in a course, but they are allowed to change to P/F grading up through the tenth day
of Fall or Spring term (or the last day to drop/add for Summer College/J-Term courses).
Students who wish to change to P/F grading after the tenth day of term may do so WITH the approving signature of the course instructor and advisor (primary or
secondary) or chair of student's major department on a Pass/Fail Request form obtained from the Registrar's Office (or www.uwsuper.edu/registrar).
Students are allowed to submit this form to the Registrar's Office prior to the start of first day of Final Exams for Fall and Spring, 3 days prior to the last day for
J-Term, all other sessions one week prior to the last day of the session. Once a "P" grade is issues, a student cannot subsequently repeat this same course for
an A-F letter grade.
Students should be aware that it may be difficult to transfer P/F graded courses to other institutions of higher education.
Name/Address Changes
The Registrar's Office should be notified as soon as possible of a student's change in name or address. Each student is expected to maintain his or her mailing
address through his or her E-Hive account or through a change of address form submitted to the Registrar's Office. The mailing address represents the address
to which official university mail will be sent during the student's career.
Students who wish to have their billing statements mailed to an address different than their mailing address should contact the Bursar/Cashier's Office.
Graduate students may request a business address be entered by the Graduate Studies Office.
Petition Appeals
Exceptions to established undergraduate policies may be requested by submitting a petition to the Credits and Reinstatement Committee. Petitions are
available in the Registrar's Office or at www.uwsuper.edu/registrar/forms . Students are encouraged to read the full directions (as listed on the reverse side of the
petition form) as well as the Rules for Petition Decisions attached to the form. Petition forms submitted without the required signatures will not be considered by
the committee.
If students' written petitions are denied, they may request to attend a Credits and Reinstatement Committee meeting in person for a subsequent decision IF the
student is able to provide additional documentation not submitted with the written petition request.
Exceptions to graduate policies may be requested by submitting a petition to the Graduate Council. Petitions are available in the Graduate Studies Office or at
www.uwsuper.edu/graduate/forms.
Policies
Undergraduate Academic Policies
Cross Registration
Cross Registration (with University of Minnesota-Duluth and College of St. Scholastica) Full-time undergraduate students (12 credits or more on campus)
at UW-Superior can cross-register for two classes per term, except summer, at either the University of Minnesota-Duluth UMD) or the College of St. Scholastica
(CSS). Students taking online courses at UW-Superior as part of their 12 credits or more will be responsible for additional tuition charges. Online courses are not
available from CSS for cross registration. Registration forms are available in the Registrar's Office, Old Main 139 and under the Forms at
www.uwsuper.edu/registrar/forms. Conditions of cross-registration include the provisions that the course requested must have an available seat for the student
and that the chair of the department in which the course is offered has given permission for the student to enroll in the course. Students must be enrolled at the
home institution as full-time students and maintain those credits for at least the first four weeks of the term. Cross-registered courses are counted in the plateau
(total credit load), provided all courses in the plateau are on campus courses. Additional fees will be charged for credits over 18 and for students electing on line
courses as part of their course load at UW-Superior. Students wishing to use a cross-registered course to fulfill a degree requirement should get confirmation
that the course is acceptable prior to enrollment. Repeating a course taken previously at UW-Superior through cross-registration will not remove the initial
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UW-Superior grade from the record. For courses in a major, the advisor and department chair must authorize the substitution. For University Studies courses,
the advisor and department chair, where the course is offered, must authorize the substitution.
Registration and Registration Changes
Web registration for Fall term and Summer College begins on Monday of the first full week in April. Web registration for Spring term and J-term begins on
Monday of the first full week of November.
Students are emailed specific assigned appointment times when they can begin the registration process via their E-Hive account. Students must have met with
their advisor and have the advisor registration hold removed prior to being able to register through E-Hive.
Students with negative holds on their account will not be allowed to register for classes.
In-Person registration (where students register in-person with a hard-copy registration form) begins on Tuesday of each registration week. Beginning on this
same day students may also bring signed Drop/Add forms to the Registrar's Office for processing, providing the form has his/her advisors signature.
Add/Drop
Students may add classes via their E-Hive account, or at the Registrar's Office, without instructor permission, through the fifth class day of each term (pro-rated
for Summer College). From the sixth through the tenth class day of each term, students are required to have permission from their instructor(s) before they are
allowed to enroll. This requires either a permission number to add a course via E-Hive, or signatures on a Drop/Add form submitted to the Registrar's Office for
processing.
After the eleventh class day of each term, students may add a class with signatures from the instructor, their advisor and department chair on a Petition form
which is submitted to the Registrar's Office for consideration by the Credits and Student Reinstatement Committee.
Students who wish to add a class during the last two weeks of the term, or thereafter, are required to pay a $20 fee.
Dropping Classes During a Regular Term
Students may drop classes via their E-Hive account, or by submitting a signed Drop form to the Registrar's Office, through the tenth class day of each term
(pro-rated for Summer College). No additional signatures are required on the drop form during this period. Individual classes dropped during this period are not
recorded on official transcripts.
If all classes are dropped a single notation of "withdrawn" and the date the student initiated the process is noted for the respective term on the official transcript.
There is a $50 fee to drop all classes from the first day of the term through the tenth day of the term.
From the eleventh class day of each term through the 60% calendar day of each term (does not include 9 days of Spring Break week), students may drop
classes vis their E-Hive or by completing a drop form that is submitted to the Registrar's Office. There is a $20 fee that is automatically assessed to student
accounts by the Cashier's Office. This $20 fee is regardless of the number of classes being dropped. Classes dropped during this period are recorded on
students' official transcripts with a grade of W (withdrawal).
Students seeking to drop classes after the 60% day of each term must submit such requests to the Credits and Student Reinstatement Committee for
consideration with all required signatures and documentation (see the Petition section of this catalog). If the Committee approves the petition, W grades will be
entered on the student's transcript for each course approved to drop late. If the Committee denies the petition, the course will remain on the official transcript for
faculty to assign the grade the student earned.
Adding Classes During Summer College or Shorter Periods
Students enrolled in classes that are two weeks in length are allowed the first two class days of the session to add a class without instructor permission.
Students enrolled in classes that are three weeks in length are allowed the first three class days of the session to add a class without instructor
permission.
Students enrolled in classes that are four weeks in length are allowed the four class days of the session to add a class without additional instructor
permission.
Classes five weeks in length or longer, will follow the same procedure listed above for adding regular-term classes.
After the specific class day of the session listed above, students may add a class with signatures from the instructor, their advisor and department chair on a
Petition form which is submitted to the Registrar's Office for consideration by the University Petition Committee.
Dropping Classes During Summer College or Shorter Periods
Two Week Classes
The last day to drop without permission is the second day of classes for the session. From the third class day of the session to the 60% calendar day of the
session, students may drop classes by completing a drop form that is submitted to the Registrar's Office. There is a $20 fee that must first be paid at the
Bursar/Cashier's Office. This $20 fee is regardless of the number of classes being dropped. Classes dropped during this period are recorded on students' official
transcripts with a grade of W (withdrawal). Students seeking to drop classes after the 60% calendar day of the session must submit such requests to the Credits
and Student Reinstatement Committee for consideration. If the Committee approves the petition, W grades will be entered on the student's transcript for each
course approved to drop late. If the Committee denies the petition, the course will remain on the official transcript for faculty to assign the grade the student
earned.
Three Week Classes
The last day to drop without permission is the third day of classes for the session. From the fourth class day of the session to the 60% calendar day of the
session, students may drop classes by completing a drop form that is submitted to the Registrar's Office. There is a $20 fee that must first be paid at the
Cashier's Office. This $20 fee is regardless of the number of classes being dropped. Classes dropped during this period are recorded on students' official
transcripts with a grade of W (withdrawal). Students seeking to drop classes after the 60% calendar day of the session must submit such requests to the Credits
and Student Reinstatement Committee for consideration. If the Committee approves the petition, W grades will be entered on the student's transcript for each
course approved to drop late. If the Committee denies the petition, the course will remain on the official transcript for faculty to assign the grade the student
earned.
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Four Week Classes
The last day to drop without permission is the fourth day of classes for the session. From the fifth class day of the session to the 60% calendar day of the
session, students may drop classes by completing a drop form that is submitted to the Registrar's Office. There is a $20 fee that must first be paid at the
Bursar/Cashier's Office. This $20 fee is regardless of the number of classes being dropped. Classes dropped during this period are recorded on students' official
transcripts with a grade of W (withdrawal). Students seeking to drop classes after the 60% calendar day of the session must submit such requests to the Credits
and Student Reinstatement Committee for consideration. If the Committee approves the petition, W grades will be entered on the student's transcript for each
course approved to drop late. If the Committee denies the petition, the course will remain on the official transcript for faculty to assign the grade the student
earned.
Fives Week (or longer) Classes
Classes five weeks in length or longer, will follow the same procedure listed above for dropping regular-term classes.
Cancelling Classes Before a Regular Term/Summer College/Shorter Period
Students may cancel classes via their E-Hive account, or by submitting a signed Cancellation form to the Registrar's Office, BEFORE the first day of each term.
No additional signatures are required on the Cancellation form. Cancelled classes are not recorded on students' official transcripts.
Administrative Drop
Students who do not attend the first class meeting of a course, or who do not participate in a designated course related activity in an on-line course, or who do
not notify the instructor that they will be absent for special reasons, will be dropped from the course.
Designated course activites are defined by the inidividual instructor to include but not limited to: submitting an Assignment, Quiz or Discussion on current
UW-Superior learning management system which possesses a due date.
Students should not assume that a course will be dropped automatically. It is still the students' responsibility to verify official enrollment through their class
schedule.
Auditing Classes
An auditor may enroll in a course, with the instructor's consent, for which the auditor will receive neither grade nor credit. The student is expected to attend class
regularly but will not be expected to submit assignments or take examinations. Audited courses do not count toward a degree and cannot be converted to credit
after the last day to add classes. Audited courses do not count in determining credit load. A student's transcript will indicate "Aud" as the grade earned for
auditing a course. When registering for an audit, indicate Aud credits on the signed course registration form. Charges for auditing a class are located in the
Cashier's section of this catalog.
Cancelling Classes
Students may cancel classes by submitting a signed Cancellation form to the Registrar's Office, BEFORE the first day of each term. No additional signatures are
required on the Cancellation for. Cancelled classes are not recorded on students' official transcripts.
Online Learning Registration
Coursework through the Online Learning (OL) is normally open only to students enrolled in the program. However, on-campus students, with the support of their
advisor, the instructor and the department chair of the instructor, and the DLC director, may enroll in coursework through OL.
View the form Petition for On-campus Student to take a DLC Course
Enrollment in Courses Numbered 001-099
Students enrolled in English and Mathematics courses numbered 099 or lower will normally not be permitted to enroll for more than 15 credits during that term.
Courses numbered 099 or lower are considered remedial courses and do not count toward the 120 credits needed for graduation. (New freshman required to
take WRIT 099 or MATH 090/095 must successfully complete remedial coursework before completing 30 semester credits.)
Internship Policy
Many of the academic programs at UW-Superior encourage or require their students to participate in an internship.
First, to be eligible to enter an internship, each student must complete all requirements to enter the internship as established by the department in which the
internships offered.
Second, departments offering internships must have a signed affiliation/partnership agreement in place with each agency, school, or site in which it intends to
place its interns. No intern may be placed in an internship site until such an agreement is signed by both parties. These agreements are to articulate the roles
and responsibilities of each party and establish responsibility for liability coverage.
Copies of the signed and approved affiliation or partnership agreement must be filed both with the department granting credit (or supervising it in the case of
zero credit) and with the vice chancellor for administration and finance. The contract must be on file and the student must be registered for the course prior to
beginning the hours involved.
Official Enrollment
Students are officially enrolled only in those courses which appear on their class schedule on Student Center in E-Hive. Faculty will record a grade for each
course listed in E-Hive even if the student does not attend. Students who are not officially enrolled for courses in E-Hive will not receive grades.
Repeated Coursework
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Students are allowed to repeat a course previously passed only one time. This means a student can enroll two times maximum for any course. Exceptions to
this are:
Repeated courses required for major/minor.
Repeated course numbers, but different course titles (special topics courses)
Repeatable courses as noted in course description
Each time a student attempts to enroll in a previously passed course, s/he will receive a message indicating past enrollment in the course. Students will earn
credit only one time for repeated courses, (exceptions listed above). The Registrar's Office will email students notice if they are enrolled in a previously passed
course; however, it is the student's obligation to drop the course.
By repeating courses students may raise their grade point averages. The grade of record is the grade earned the last time a course is attempted. Repeating a
course will not remove the initial grade from the transcript; however, it will change the cumulative GPA.
Students who believe they have a valid reason to repeat a previously passed course more than one time are required to submit a petition form requesting to do
so.
There is no limit on the number of times students can repeat failed courses.
Requirement to Repeat Courses Over Seven Years Old at Time of Graduation
Any student who plans to graduate with course requirements or the required courses for any major offered by all academic departments that will be seven years
old at the time of graduation should be aware that the department retains the option to require the student to repeat any such courses. This policy applies to any
courses used to satisfy major requirements, regardless of the college or university that granted the credit initially.
Senior Students Enrolling in Graduate Courses
Second-semester UW-Superior seniors, with approval of the Graduate Council, may take a maximum of six graduate semester credits in courses numbered
500-699 during their final semester, subject to certain provisions. The graduate credits must be beyond those required for the baccalaureate degree, and cannot
count toward the baccalaureate degree. Permission to enroll for the graduate credits requires approval of the Graduate Council, obtained by means of a petition
during the prior semester. Seniors seeking this privilege must meet the grade point average required for unconditional admission to Graduate Studies.
Undergraduate academic fees will be charged for these six graduate credits. After completion of an undergraduate degree, these graduate credits will be
entered on the student's graduate transcripts. The student will have to pay the differential between undergraduate and graduate fees for the process to be
completed.
Withdraw
Dropping all classes for a term is considered a Total Withdrawal. Students must complete a Total Withdrawal form, at www.uwsuper.edu/registrar/forms, secure
all required signatures on the form and then return the form to the Registrar's Office for processing.
Total Withdrawal from All Classes for a Term/Summer College/Shorter Period
First Ten Days of Term
Students must complete a Total Withdraw form, securing all required signatures. The final signature on the form is the Registrar's. Withdraws are not listed on
the official transcript prior to the eleventh day of the term; however a notation of "withdrawn" and the date the student initiated the process does appear on the
transcript for the term the student withdrew from. There is a $50 fee for totally withdrawing prior to the eleventh day of a term. This fee must be paid to the
Cashier's Office before the form is submitted to the Registrar's Office
Eleventh Day to 60% Day of Term
The last day to totally withdraw from all courses, whereby students earn a W on his/her transcript for each course, is the 60% calendar day of each term or
Summer College session/shorter period classes. Students must complete a Total Withdraw form, securing all required signatures. The final signature on the
form is the Registrar's. There is no charge. Withdrawal from all classes after this date requires a petition appeal to the Credits and Reinstatement Committee.
There are specific requirements for this request as listed on the Petition form.
60% Day to End of Term
Students seeking to withdraw from courses after the 60% calendar day of the term (through the petition process), must secure a signature from each faculty
member for each course, as well as the department chair for each course, on the petition form located at www.uwsuper.edu/registrar/forms. The petition form is
then submitted to the Registrar's Office for consideration by the Credits and Reinstatement Committee. If the Committee approves the petition, W grades will be
entered on the student's transcript for each course and notation of "withdrawn" and the date the student initiated the process. If the Committee denies the
petition, the course will remain on the official transcript for faculty to assign the grade the student earned. Students who fail to complete the official withdrawal
process will be considered enrolled and will be graded accordingly. Student may not totally withdraw from all courses in a term if any of the classes in the
respective term, or Summer College session have been graded. Students, who have totally withdrawn from all courses for a term, will not be allowed to register
for any subsequent classes in the same term. Neither UW-Superior faculty nor staff will normally initiate the withdrawal of a student on the basis of
non-attendance.
Incapacitated Student Total Withdrawal
When a University official is made aware that a currently enrolled student has become incapacitated due to injury or illness and the Registrar receives written
confirmation of such from a medical doctor, the Registrar and Dean of Students may initiate a total withdrawal on the student's behalf.
Student Preferred Name Policy
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The University of Wisconsin-Superior recognizes that students may choose to identify themselves within the university community with a preferred first and/or
middle name that differs from their legal name. The goal of the Student Preferred Name option at UW-Superior is to provide a consistent preferred name
experience across University systems and use of one's preferred name wherever legal name is not absolutely necessary.
As long as the use of the preferred first and/or middle name is not for the purpose of misrepresentation, it will appear instead of the legal name in select
university systems and documents except where the use of the legal name is required by university business or legal need.
Places Where Preferred Name Will Appear:
Unofficial Transcript
Student Center
Class Roster
Grade Roster
Student Services Center (UW-Superior Staff)
Online Advising Report
Learning Management System (Learn@UW-Superior)
Places Where Preferred Name Will NOT Appear (Legal Name Required):
Official UW-Superior Transcript
UW-Superior Diploma
Enrollment Verifications
Student Financial Accounts
Financial Aid
Human Resources (Student Employment)
Immigration and Visa-Related Documentation
Please note that a preferred name is used solely within UW-Superior internal systems. All external systems such as home-town newspapers, official
transcripts, enrollment verifications, etc will continue to use your legal first name.
Requesting a Preferred Name
Enrolled students can use the Preferred Name Request Form to indicate a preferred first and/or middle name. This form also can be used to alter or remove an
existing preferred name. Newly admitted students should not submit the request form until they enroll in classes to ensure their account is connected to all
applicable campus systems. It may take up to 1-3 business days for a preferred name to appear in all locations. Any questions about the processing of a
preferred name request can be directed to the Registrar's Office at 715-394-8228 or [email protected].
Student Gender Identity
The University of Wisconsin-Superior creates an inclusive environment for all individuals regardless of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender
expression, age race, national origin, ethnicity, ability, physical condition, developmental disability [Wis. Stat. § 51.01(5)], military status, marital status, parental
status, or any other category protected by law in the execution of its educational programs, activities, employment, daily operations, and admission practices.
The University of Wisconsin-Superior is committed to meeting the needs of the diverse populations listed above. In order to continuously improve programs and
services which meet the needs of these populations, it is necessary for the university to collect specific information about the populations.
As part of the UW System Common Application for Admission, prospective students are asked to provide their "gender" and "gender identity." Currently
enrolled UW-Superior students are also provided functionality to allow them to maintain gender identity data through their SIS self-service access to their
personal record. Only the most recently declared gender data identified by the student is stores in the SIS. Historic records are not kept. Campus and UW
System records retention policies dictate how long data is stored both locally and at UW System.
Individual gender identity data is not classified as "directory information" as defined by FERPA Guidelines and as such, can only be released to outside entities
if the student has provided written permission for its release or if valid exceptions apply. The FERPA guidelines also define that data is only accessible to
individuals who have an "Institutional need to know."
For the purposes of individual gender identity data, read only access will be provided to campus staff who have been identified by the Registrar as having
Institutional need. These requests will be processed with a security change request ticket submitted to the SIS security officer. (NOTE: Admissions does not
have access to gender or gender identify information during the admissions decision process. Also, faculty and other staff do not have access to students'
gender or gender identity.) Aggregate gender identity data is available to the Institutional Research office for administrative, compliance, and analysis
reporting. Gender ifentity data may only be disseminated in aggregate form to external entities with prior approval from the Chancellor or a Chancellor's
designee. See the University of Wisconsin-Superior Gender Identity Policy for more information.
How to Declare Gender Identity in E-Hive:
Login to E-Hive1.
Select Student Center2.
Choose Gender Identity from drop down list under Personal Information3.
Select preferred Gender Identity from drop down list4.
Click Save5.
Residency
Residency for tuition purposes is based upon standards set forth in Wisconsin Statues 36.27(2), which govern resident status for tuition purposes. Students are
urged to contact the Registrar's Office at UW-Superior for further explanation of the policy and process for applying for an exemption.
Wisconsin requires payment of nonresident tuition by students who are residents of states other than Wisconsin.
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For undergraduate students, residency status is determined at the time of admission. Residency status of graduate students is determined during the admission
process to the Graduate Studies program.
A student's original resident status remains in effect unless the student requests and is granted reclassification. Such requests must be submitted to the
Registrar's Office before the tenth day the semester in which reclassification is to take effect. To do this, submit the Residency Change Form.
Full and Partial waivers of the nonresident portion of tuition are available on a limited basis to those who qualify. The Non-resident Tuition Waiver (NTW)
Program offers financial assistance to non-Wisconsin and non-Minnesota students who enroll at UW-Superior. Non-resident students who are interested in
attending UW-Superior and wish to be considered for the NTW Program are encouraged to complete the on-line form and apply for admission as early as
possible prior to their intended term of enrollment. Note that awards through the NTW Program apply only to the non-resident portion of tuition and do not apply
to the resident portion of tuition.
To qualify for exemption from paying nonresident tuition, students must be able to prove number 1 or 2 below.
Must have resided in Wisconsin at least 12 months prior to the beginning of the term seeking to enroll in.1.
Must have moved to Wisconsin for purposes other than education.
The state presumes that if a student attended UW-Superior during the 12 months they are initially in the state, they moved here for educational
purposes and therefore Wisconsin residency should not be approved.
a.
If a student enrolls immediately upon arrival in Wisconsin, they can overcome the state's presumption if they can prove that attending
UW-Superior is a secondary factor and they would have been present in Wisconsin regardless of their enrollment
b.
2.
If a student is able to answer yes to number 1 and 2 above, then they must prove they are a bona fide Wisconsin resident; meaning they have established and
plan to maintain a residence in Wisconsin. A student who enters and remains in Wisconsin mainly to obtain an education, is presumed to continue to reside
outside Wisconsin and such presumption continues in effect until rebutted by clear and convincing evidence of bona fide residence.
Intent to become a bona fide resident of Wisconsin may be demonstrated or proved by several factors, including but not limited to: filing Wisconsin income tax
returns; eligibility to vote in Wisconsin; motor vehicle registration in Wisconsin; possession of a Wisconsin driver's license; place of employment; and self support
(all items and documentation required are listed on the residency appeal form.
Students can qualify for an exemption from non-resident tuition if they meet one of the qualifications listed below:
Has established a bona fide residence in Wisconsin for 12 months preceding the first day of the term in which they are seeking a residency change.1.
Is a MINOR student and has parent(s) or legal guardian who has established a bona fide Wisconsin residence for at least 12 month preceding the term
in which they are seeking a residency change.
2.
Is an ADULT student who is dependent on his/her parents who has established a bona fide Wisconsin residence for at least 12 month preceding the
term in which they are seeking a residency change.
3.
Is a MINOR student who has substantially resided in Wisconsin during the years of minority, at least 12 month preceding the term in which they are
seeking a residency change.
4.
Is an ADULT student who has been employed in Wisconsin as a migrant worker for at least 2 months each year for 3 of the 5 years preceding the first
day of the term in which they are seeking a residency change.
5.
Are a refugee6.
Is a non-resident member of the armed forces stationed in Wisconsin (with 90 miles of the border of Wisconsin) on military orders.7.
a. Spouses of #7
b. Children of #7
8.
Has graduated from a Wisconsin high school and whose parent(s) have established a bona fide Wisconsin residence for at least 12 month preceding
the term in which they are seeking a residency change.
9.
Is employed in Wisconsin full-time and was relocated by his/her employer.10.
The UW-Superior Residency Appeals Committee will review residency appeals and determine if they qualify as bona fide Wisconsin residents.
Transfer Policy
Credit is awarded for college-level course work completed at institutions accredited by a regional or national accrediting organization recognized by the Council
for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).Foreign institutions must be recognized by the Ministry of Education in that country. Courses must be similar in
nature, level and content to a course in our undergrad curriculum and applicable to an academic program. Courses that are remedial (usually numbered below
100); technical, vocational, or doctrinal in nature are generally not transferable. Transfer analysis will be based only on the evaluation of an official transcripts
received either directly from the transfer institution or in a sealed envelope from the student. A transcript must be received from each previous institution
attended.
International transfer students are required to submit original grade reports/transcripts for all post-secondary institutions and courses attended and original
academic diplomas, certificates, and national or other major exam results. Official records must be submitted in their native language and must be accompanied
by an official English translation. Official records should be sent directly from the institution or examining board. Transfer credit evaluation may require
submission of course syllabi (official explanation of course content) from the institution. Transfer students who have attended non-US institutions may be
required to submit their transcripts to an external agency for credit evaluation. A list of acceptable agencies is available at https://www.naces.org/members.
Students who have attended a Chinese college or university must arrange for a verification report of their college/university transcript with the China Academic
Degree and Graduate Education Development Center (CDGDC; Email: [email protected]; Website: www.cdgdc.edu.cn). The report must be mailed
directly to UW-Superior by the CDGDC, rather than by the student or any third party.
Transfer courses with descriptions that closely match the descriptions of courses taught at UW-Superior will generally transfer as direct course equivalent
credits. For example:
An introductory macroeconomics course at the previous institution will transfer as v's ECON 251 Principles of Macroeconomics. Transfer courses that
do not have direct course equivalents at UW-Superior will transfer as elective credits within the appropriate academic department.
A course on the geology of Minnesota would transfer as geology elective credits because UW-Superior does not offer a course with this particular
content. Elective credits may need further evaluation by the major department to determine applicability to a UW-Superior degree program and might
be redirected for a University Studies course, major/minor or degree requirement.
A course that carries more credit than the corresponding UW-Superior course is transferred to meet the credit hours of the UW-Superior course; the
additional hours are counted as elective credit. Credits that do not apply toward specific requirements will be applied toward the minimum number of
total credits required for graduation.
If a student is awarded transfer credit for a course and then repeats the course at UW-Superior, the transferred credits will be removed from the student's record.
Grades earned at previous institution(s) are not calculated into the UW-Superior cumulative grade point average; however, transfer grades are used when
calculating degree grade point average used for graduation honors. Grades received for transfer work will not replace a grade for a course taken at
UW-Superior.
Course substitutions in a particular University Studies, core or knowledge category may be appropriate when a transfer course is similar but not equal to a
UW-Superior course. A course transferred as elective credit is eligible to be redirected for a University Studies, major, minor, or degree requirement. It is the
responsibility of the student to provide the appropriate documentation such as a course description or syllabus from the previous institution to support her/his
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request. Course substitutions should be broadly interpreted according to the Principles of Accommodation. University Studies requirements will be accepted in
the broad academic areas of non-Western and diversity, humanities, social sciences, natural and physical sciences, and fine and applied arts.
A course designated as fulfilling a University Studies, diversity, or non-western requirement at another UW institution will transfer as the same at UW-Superior;
whether or not UW-Superior has a direct course equivalent. In general the Transfer Specialist will award the appropriate credit earned from the transfer
institution. Courses completed by UW System transfer students will transfer in accordance with the course equivalency in effect when the course was taken.
Transfer credit received from an institution that uses quarter credits will be converted from quarter credits/units to semester credits. A quarter credit is equated
to .666 or 2/3 of a semester credit. Thus a course for 4 quarter credits would be changed to 2.67 semester credits when transferred to UW-Superior. Those
courses that transfer converted from quarter credits will satisfy course requirements provided they fulfill 2/3 of the requirement. For example, if a course transfers
in as 2.67 credits and the University Studies requirement is 3 semester credits, the transfer course will satisfy the requirement. Transfer courses from other types
of systems that meet at least two thirds of the required credits of a course will meet the requirement. Transfer courses that do not meet 2/3 of the credit
requirement must be approved through the Credits and Reinstatement Committee to satisfy the requirement. Any course used in this way will meet only the
course requirement. Overall credit requirements for majors/minors must still be fulfilled.
Academic credits with a grade of D- or higher will transfer to UW-Superior. Certification or programmatic requirements may require a higher level of proficiency in
core courses. Two semesters of college writing courses must be completed with a grade of C- or higher to be accepted for transfer. Some degree programs
require at least a "C" or higher in order to fulfill a CORE or program requirement.
The maximum number of combined transferable semester credits from a two-year college is 72. There is no credit limit on transferable credits from a four-year
university. Regardless of the number of credits transferred, students still must earn 30 resident credits from UW-Superior.
UW-Superior lower-division University Studies requirements are considered satisfied for those students who have earned an associate of arts (AA), associate of
science (AS), associate of arts and sciences (AA&S) degree from a University of Wisconsin System institution. Students who have earned an Associate of Art
(AA), Associate of Science (AS), or an Associate of Arts & Science (AA&S) degree or the designated Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC), will have satisfied
UW-Superior's University Studies requirements. UW-Superior has program-to-program articulation agreements for students who have graduated from many
programs within the Wisconsin Technical College System, UW Colleges and the MnSCU system. A transfer student who has earned an Associate of Arts (A.A.)
degree from a regionally accredited college or university may be determined to have satisfied the University of Wisconsin-Superior University Studies
requirements, provided the A.A. degree program includes at least forty-two (42) semester credits of comparable University Studies requirements. In addition, the
A.A. program must include a minimum of sixty (60) semester (or ninety [90] quarter credits) of completed course work defined as college level and designated
to constitute the foundation of a baccalaureate degree. This policy does not change or nullify any existing Articulation or Transfer Agreement already formally
recognized by UW-Superior. Remedial courses numbered less than 100 (1000 at some institutions) will not be recognized in transfer.
Courses that have grade, prerequisite or professional accrediting association requirements may not be satisfied by an Associate Degree. Refer to program
requirements regarding specific requirements.
If a student has a previous baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university within the United States, the student will be awarded 120 hours of
transfer credit and have all University Studies requirements met. If a student has an international baccalaureate degree the student will be awarded 120 credits
and may have all University Studies requirements met pending an evaluation of breath of coursework and language assessment.
Transfer students may select the pertinent catalog of entry at v which corresponds with the start of the academic year at their previous institution, or students can
choose the current UW-Superior catalog at time of transfer. The catalog used cannot be more than seven years old.
Active-duty or veteran students must request their military transcript be sent to UW-Superior for evaluation for appropriate transfer credit. Depending on the
branch of the military, credit may be accepted for basic training. In addition, military transcripts are evaluated for academic credit that is similar in nature to
UW-Superior undergraduate curriculum and applicable to an academic program. Credit may be awarded for military experience and/or education. In awarding
credit for such technical or specialized training, the recommendations of the American Council on Education are followed:
Students whose length of service was one year or more are allowed up to six semester credits.
A maximum of 32 semester credits may be allowed for military experience and education.
College courses taken prior to high school graduation will be accepted at UW-Superior as long as the credit is:
Transferable
Earned at an accredited college
Listed on an official transcript received directly from the college.
Students who wish to discuss a transfer analysis or the manner in which a course transfers/transferred to UW-Superior may contact the Transfer Specialist,
Registrar's Office.
Transcripts
A University of Wisconsin-Superior official transcript is a complete record of a student's enrollment at the university and is maintained by the Registrar's Office.
An official transcript includes all undergraduate and graduate courses and includes the University seal and Registrar signature. Partial transcripts are not
available.
This permanent record is considered confidential between the student and the university. No transcripts are released, except to authorized representatives within
the university, without the written permission of the student. Third party requests will not be accepted. Official transcripts will be sent to the address indicated on
the request.
Students can obtain an "unofficial" transcript through their E-Hive account if enrolled Fall Semester 2000 or later. For assistance with an E-Hive log-in and
Not all institutions (colleges, employers, scholarship funds, etc.) will accept unofficial transcripts. It is up to you to verify with the receiving institution if official
transcripts need to be sent directly from UW-Superior.
Electronic Transcript Request Procedure
Transcripts are ordered on line 24/7 through the National Student Clearinghouse. You can place as many orders as you like in one session using any major
credit card. Your card will only be charged after your order has been completed. Order updates will be emailed to you. You can also track your order online
using your email address and order number.
Your signed consent may be required to fulfill your transcript order. For your convenience, a consent form will be generated for your order that you can return to
the Clearinghouse via fax, mail or as a scanned email attachment.
Orders placed after 9:30 a.m. Central Time will be processed the following business day by the University Registrar's Office. To continue and place your order
online, please visit the Clearinghouse Secure Site.
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If you have further questions regarding the National Student Clearinghouse order process feel free to contact them at (703) 742-4200 or via email at transcripts
@studentclearinghouse.org.
Paper Transcript Request Procedure
There are two methods that can be used via paper to request a transcript.
Transcripts can be ordered by completing the paper Transcript Request Form or by coming to the Registrar's Office in Old Main 139 and completing
the Transcript Request Form.
Transcript fees:
$10 Standard Processing within three business days and may be sent electronically or mailed to the recipient;
$15 Rush Processing is sent the same day requested, or it may be picked up from the Registrar's Office, or sent electronically or
mailed to the recipient.
$25 Express Processing within the U.S. and $50 for sending international. Orders are processed the same day requested and
delivered FedEx.
Mail the Transcript Request form along with the proper fee to the Registrar's Office:
UW-Superior, Registrar's Office
Belknap & Catlin
P.O. Box 2000
Superior, WI 54880-4500
1.
Send us a letter requesting a copy of your transcript and include the following information.
Name (include any other last name(s) you may have used while in attendance)
Social Security Number or Student Identification Number
Approximate dates of attendance
Graduate or undergraduate transcript being requested
Name and address of person or organization where the transcript is to be sent
Your signature at the bottom of the letter
Make check or money order payable to UW-Superior
2.
If you have questions about transcripts, call 715-394-8227 , or email
Note: Transcripts are sent in the time described above except for the first two weeks at the beginning or end of a semester.
Note: Paper transcripts are sent in sealed envelopes to recipients. If the seal is broken, most institutions no longer consider the transcript as official.
Note: All paper transcripts sent directly to students and alumni are stamped "issued to student". Not all institutions (colleges, employers, scholarships, etc.) will
accept these transcripts as official even if they are in a sealed envelope. It is the student's responsibility to verify with the receiving institution if transcripts need
to be sent directly from UW-Superior. Most institutions require transcripts be sent directly from UW-Superior to their institution to be considered official
Veteran Students
UW-Superior strives to make the transition from veteran to student as easy as possible. The university's Veteran and Nontraditional Student Center (VNSC)
Coordinator, located in Old Main will assist veteran and active duty military students with requirements to be admitted and to receive veteran benefits. For
information regarding the veteran's student organization, advocacy and other services, contact the Coordinator, Veteran and Nontraditional Student Center,
715-394-8406 , in Old Main, Suite 118.
UW-Superior is an institutional member of the Service members Opportunity College (SOC), a group of more than 400 colleges and universities providing
voluntary post-secondary education to members of the military throughout the world. As a SOC member, UW-Superior recognizes the unique nature of the
military lifestyle and has committed itself to easing the transfer of relevant course credits, providing flexible academic residency requirements, and crediting
learning from appropriate military training and experiences.
Information and applications for federal veteran's benefits may be obtained online at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs site or through the Registrar's
Office, Old Main, Room 139, 715-394-8250 . Veterans leaving active duty, if not applying online, must provide UW-Superior a certified copy of their discharge
papers (DD214). Reservists and National Guard veterans must provide UW-Superior with an original of DD-2384 Notice of Basic Eligibility (NOBE), and, if
eligible for "kicker" monies, a copy of the kicker agreement. The commanding officer of a student's unit initiates these forms.
Students who have served in the armed services MUST have an official military transcript sent to UW-Superior prior to being admitted to the institution. All
enlisted officers and warrant officers, both active and veterans from all Army components, Coast Guard, Marine Corps and Navy must request an official
military transcript from JST be sent to the University. Questions? E-mail [email protected]. Air Force personnel should contact CCAF to received transcripts.
Veteran students may receive transfer credit for education and some certain specialized training programs completed while in military. To determine the course
equivalency for education and training, the recommendations of the American Council on Education are followed. The American Council for Education (ACE)
evaluates military training and education, and translates courses and occupations held by service members into college credit recommendations. Descriptions
of the courses and occupations evaluated by ACE, along with recommended numbers of credits, are published in the Guide to the Evaluation of Educational
Experiences in the Armed Services (also known as the Guide), distributed every two years to military education offices, colleges, and universities. The actual
type and amount of credit awarded depends on the policies of the college or university and your academic goals. Students whose length of service was of one
year or more are allowed up to six semester credits to transfer to UW-Superior. A maximum of 32 semester credits may be transferred for military experience
and education.
Joint Services Transcript (JST) is an academically accepted document approved by the American Council on Education (ACE) to validate a service member's
military occupational experience and training along with the corresponding ACE college credit recommendations.
Military Student Policy
The policy below is to assist Veteran students who must begin classes late, leave/return to classes in mid-term or leave classes early as a result to military
deployment or training.
Late Start
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Veteran students, or children, or spouse of a veteran student, (already enrolled) who notify the Registrar that s/he must begin attending classes after the first day
of a term, due to a military assignment, will be allowed to do so up through the 15th class day of the semester.
Late fees will not be charged to the veteran student, his/her children or spouse who make this request.
The veteran student, his/her children or spouse must provide a copy of the veteran's military orders to the Registrar and state in writing when the veteran will be
released and able to attend classes.
The Registrar will send email notices to the following, notifying them of the first day the veteran student, or child or spouse, plans on attending classes for the
respective term:
Dean of Students Office
Bursar/Cashier's Office
Financial Aid Office
Residence Life Office
Faculty for all classes in which the veteran student, child or spouse, is currently enrolled
The Registrar will place an Advising hold (negative service indicator) on the veteran student, child or spouse's record to ensure s/he meets with the Veteran's
Official in the Registrar's Office upon return to UW-Superior.
The veteran student, child or spouse returning from military duty shall report to the Veteran Benefits Associate in the Registrar's Office upon her/his return to
discuss starting classes late and the problems associated with late enrollment. The Veteran's Official shall release the hold (upon meeting with the student).
The Bursar shall withhold any funds to the veteran student, child or spouse, until the Veteran Official has released the Advising hold.
Faculty will make every attempt to accommodate students for whom this policy applies.
Students are responsible for completing all course requirements (including any portion they may have missed).
Leave During and Return Prior to End of Term
A veteran student who receives verified military orders (copy of military orders is required) requiring him/her to stop-out for a short duration within a term may
request to continue enrollment and participate in the course if:
The student is currently passing the course
The student has a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5
The student will miss less than 25% of the total class days for the entire class. The student must consult with the instructor of the course to ensure all
required work is completed prior to the end of the term.
Leave Before End of Term
A veteran student, child or spouse, initiating a Total Withdrawal due to verified military activation (copy of military orders) shall be given a choice to either
Withdraw from all classes or receive Incomplete grades.
Withdraw from all classes and be given a full tuition refund of monies paid by the student. Students, who receive the WI GI Bill® Waiver, will not receive a refund
because their tuition is waived. Students who qualify for Chapter 33 benefits will not receive a refund because their tuition and fees is paid by the Department of
Veterans Affairs.
Students seeking a total withdrawal will receive W grades on their transcript, regardless of the date of withdrawal. If the military activation date is within three
weeks from the end of a term, veteran students, child or spouse are allowed to request Incomplete grades. Students should seek written procedures, from each
faculty member assigning an Incomplete grade, for completing any coursework in which he/she is doing satisfactory work. Incomplete grades lapse to Failing
grades after one term. If a veteran student should need longer than one semester, following the semester in which the Incomplete was given, to complete the
work; sh/e should consult with the faculty member who assigned in the Incomplete grade. If the student and the faculty member agree to extend the Incomplete
deadline for another semester, the faculty member shall notify the Registrar of the extension.
In the event of immediate deployment, the Dean of Students will be empowered to act on behalf of the veteran student, child or spouse for purposes of
completing withdraw procedures.
Students are responsible for completing all course requirements (including any portion they may have missed).
Registrar's Office Contact Information
Registrar's Office
University of Wisconsin - Superior
Old Main 139
Belknap and Catlin Ave.
P.O. Box 2000
Superior, WI 54880
Phone: 715-394-8228
Email:
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Writing Center
Mission Statement
Philosophy and Approach
Services
Writing Center Contact Information
Mission Statement
Writing is an important part of many UW-Superior classes, with students regularly called upon to write essays, research papers, reports, and various other
genres. UW-Superior offers a Writing Center to support students as they seek to become better writers. The Writing Center's mission is to engage students in
conversations about ideas at any stage of their writing processes to help them become more thoughtful and engaged learners and writers.
Philosophy and Approach
The Writing Center is a place where student writers can feel comfortable trying out ideas, where their writing is not judged, and where a process of inquiry is
encouraged. In a relaxed and informal atmosphere, peer consultants offer support to less experienced writers. The Writing Center sees writing as a form of
problem solving in which consultants can offer strategies and suggestions that will enable students to better accomplish their work as writers. Ownership of the
writing remains always with the writer.
Services
The Center welcomes student writers from all courses and disciplines, undergraduate and graduate students alike, to meet with its trained peer writing
consultants to discuss ideas and to find support as they plan, develop, and revise their writing. The meetings can take place in person or online. In these free
consultations, which last from 30 minutes to an hour each, consultants work with student writers on many different parts of the process of producing an effective
piece of writing: searching for a topic, getting a draft started, looking for a method of organization, establishing a thesis (main point), developing clear examples
to support one's points, using and documenting sources properly, revising an early draft, reconsidering the direction of a piece of writing, eliminating errors, and
more.
Writing Center Contact Information
Writing Center
University of Wisconsin - Superior
Swenson Hall 1024
Belknap and Catlin Ave.
P.O. Box 2000
Superior, WI 54880
Phone: 715-394-8095
Email:
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Addendum
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