Western Oregon University

Accounting

To prepare students for careers in public, governmental, and financial accounting.

Adaptive Leadership

Advanced Juvenile Justice Studies

Provides students with advanced knowledge of research, theory, and practice that addresses challenges with youth, family, and community impacted by delinquent behavior and the juvenile justice system.

Aging and Older Adulthood

With the increase in older adult populations in Oregon and across the globe, trained professionals in a broad array of career fields will need to understand the physical, cognitive, and social changes that occur as we age. Our Gerontology: Aging and Older Adulthood Certificate will help.

American Sign Language Studies

To create and transmit knowledge of American Sign Language (ASL) in a climate that promotes respect for Deaf Culture, Deaf History, and Deaf Communities.

American Sign Language Studies: Culture

The ASL Studies: Culture certificate will equip students and community members in developing cultural competencies and in-depth knowledge of the diversity in the Deaf communities as it pertains to their field of study and careers.

American Sign Language Studies: Linguistics

The American Sign Language Studies: Linguistics certificate is designed to prepare students and community members to broaden their perspectives on the study of ASL as a language and to incorporate linguistic knowledge as it pertains to their field of study and careers.

Aquarium Science

Provide theory and practical experience designed to prepare students for careers in the aquatic animal husbandry profession, including positions as aquarists, aquatic biologists, and keepers. Potential employment opportunities include public zoos and aquariums, ornamental fish retailers and wholesalers, aquaculture businesses, fish hatcheries, research programs, marine educational centers, state and federal natural resource agencies, as well as self-employment.

Art

Cultivate a unified atmosphere of learning in the undergraduate programs of visual art through aesthetic research activities and artmaking, personalized learning and public service. The program teaches theory, philosophy and aesthetic awareness. Student and professional gallery exhibits contribute to the cultural environment of the campus and region. The process of critical and creative thinking, skill building and visual literacy are emphasized throughout the program.

Art & Design (B.A.)

To foster creative thinking, technique, critical inquiry, and visual literacy for application to art and design. Students engage art and design practices in a studio atmosphere, bringing together form, materials, and meaning to create expressive work. The curriculum integrates a variety of media and technologies. It emphasizes aesthetic awareness, collaboration, problem solving, innovation, and visual communication.

Art & Design (B.F.A.)

Advanced undergraduate study to foster lifelong strategies of creative thinking, technique, critical inquiry, and visual literacy for application to art and design. Students engage art and design practices in a studio atmosphere, bringing together form, materials, and meaning to create expressive work. The curriculum integrates a variety of media and technologies. It emphasizes aesthetic awareness, collaboration, problem solving, innovation, and visual communication.

ASL Studies: Beginner

The ASL Studies: Beginner certificate is designed to prepare students and community members to incorporate basic ASL comprehension and expressive skills in their field of study and careers.

ASL Studies: Intermediate

The ASL Studies: Intermediate certificate is designed to prepare students and community members to incorporate comprehension and expressive skills and knowledge in history and culture of the Deaf community in their field of study and careers.

Bilingual and Biliteracy in Spanish Achievement

A Bilingual and Biliteracy in Spanish Certificate of Achievement certificate provides students with professional knowledge of language, literature and culture of Spanish, the second most spoken language in the US, which is also a booming language in Oregon. This gives a significant added value to candidates looking for jobs in a wide array of careers, as there is high demand for bilingual professionals in education, business, law, and medical fields.

Bilingual/ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages)

Prepares teachers and other education professionals to develop students' competencies in bilingualism, biliteracy and multiculturalism. Builds expertise for effective instruction and services for children and families in bilingual settings.

Biology

Prepare students for careers in biology and science education and admission to graduate and professional schools in the life and health sciences. We also promote the understanding of biology as an essential part of a liberal arts education and of global citizenship.

Biology Teacher Education

Prepare students for careers in biology and science education and admission to graduate and professional schools in the life and health sciences. We also promote the understanding of biology as an essential part of a liberal arts education and of global citizenship.

Business

Prepare students for challenging roles and opportunities in business, advanced degree programs and professional certification.

Chemistry

Provides preparation for professional work in chemistry or forensic science; graduate work in chemistry, environmental or forensic science; or pre-professional training in the health sciences or secondary education. Coupling the program with an appropriate minor prepares students to enter related fields such as biochemistry, oceanography, pharmacy, toxicology and the atmospheric sciences.

Chemistry Teacher Education

Provides preparation for professional work in chemistry or forensic science; graduate work in chemistry or forensic science; or pre-professional training in the health sciences or secondary education. Coupling the program with an appropriate minor prepares students to enter related fields such as biochemistry, oceanography, pharmacy, toxicology and the environmental or atmospheric sciences.

Communication Studies

Committed to excellence in teaching, research and service in communication based on sound theory and practice, concentrating on understanding contexts and perspectives, preparing students for lifelong effective communication.

Computational Linguistics

The Certificate in Computational Linguistics (CCL) is a unique interdisciplinary program that combines coursework in Computer Science, Linguistics and Mathematics to prepare students for the rapidly increasing number of careers that require knowledge of both technology and human language.

Computer Science (B.A.)

Founded in 1980, the WOU Computer Science program blends instruction of theoretical and practical aspects of computing, with an emphasis on the practical. Our graduates demonstrate a solid foundation in core concepts, problem solving and decision-making skills, preparing graduates who will be productive employees as software engineers and lifelong learners. As part of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, students select from a wide-variety of minors.

Computer Science (B.A.S./B.S.)

Founded in 1980, the WOU Computer Science program blends instruction of theoretical and practical aspects of computing, with an emphasis on the practical. Our graduates demonstrate a solid foundation in core concepts, problem solving and decision-making skills, preparing graduates who will be productive employees as software engineers and lifelong learners. As part of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, students select from a wide-variety of minors.

Computer Science & Mathematics

The Computer Science & Mathematics program provides students with the core concepts in both theoretical and applied aspects of mathematics and computing. Our graduates demonstrate a solid foundation in problem solving, communication, and decision-making skills in computing and mathematical areas. We prepare students for productive careers in analytical fields, and to be lifelong learners who can confidently tackle the challenges of a constantly-innovating marketplace.

Creative Production

Cultivate multidisciplinary, collaborative work that combines practical training in various creative technologies with the study of media theory and the impact of contemporary media and live performance on the arts and society.

Criminal Justice

Equips students with academic skills necessary to successfully and competently apply advanced knowledge in social science research, methodology and theory as the academic foundation in engaging managerial and other advanced professional roles in the practical field of criminal justice.

Criminal Justice (B.A.S.)

Provide students with a high-quality liberal arts education in the interdisciplinary field of criminal justice. Maintain a network of local, state, federal and academic institutions through outreach and research. Criminal Justice majors are prepared to engage in civic endeavors and to assume field positions in criminal justice and social service agencies or enter graduate programs.

Criminal Justice (B.S.)

Provide students with a high-quality liberal arts education in the interdisciplinary field of criminal justice. Maintain a network of local, state, federal and academic institutions through outreach and research. Criminal Justice majors are prepared to engage in civic endeavors and to assume field positions in criminal justice and social service agencies or enter graduate programs.

Curriculum and Instruction

Empower educators to strengthen their knowledge, skills, and dispositions to improve their professional practices, to enhance their leadership abilities, and to improve the quality of education using creativity, innovation, and research.

Cybercrime, Investigation and Enforcement

Provide students with essential conceptual knowledge and skills to prevent, investigate, and enforce cybercrimes and cyberthreats. This program combines elements of law enforcement, computer investigative, legal, and security skills, forensics, and other related fields in the study of crime prevention and response to various crimes occurring in the cyber world.

Dance

Offers students opportunities to develop knowledge, skills, understanding and appreciation of dance as an art form that can enrich and inform the quality of life. The B.A. degree in Dance includes academic courses, performance opportunities and choreographic experiences geared entirely for the undergraduate student seeking a career in dance or a dance- related field.

Data Analytics

The Data Analytics program prepares students to thrive in the constantly evolving field of working with big data. The field is interdisciplinary by nature and is built on a foundation of Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Systems and Data Analytics courses. This program emphasizes the applied practice of data analytics techniques for solving problems in the real world.

Dual Language/Bilingual Education

Prepares teachers and other education professionals to develop students' competencies in bilingualism, biliteracy and multiculturalism. Builds expertise for effective instruction, leadership and advocacy in dual language and bilingual settings.

Early Childhood Education

Principled upon educational equity, cultural sensitivity, professionalism and an intellectually vital community. Committed to facilitating the learning and development of our candidates who, in turn, can successfully affect the learning and development of young children and their families.

Early Childhood Education

Empower educators to strengthen their knowledge, skills, and dispositions to improve their professional practices, to enhance their leadership abilities, and to improve the quality of education using creativity, innovation, and research.

Earth and Environmental Science (B.A.)

The Earth Science program provides a liberal arts education in geoscience with an emphasis on scientific methods, problem solving and interdisciplinary science education. A key objective of the program is to prepare undergraduates for careers as professional geoscientists and educators. The program also promotes the development of an informed citizenry for wise decision-making on issues related to natural resources, environmental quality and sustainability in Oregon and beyond.

Earth and Environmental Science (B.S.)

The Earth Science program provides a liberal arts education in geoscience with an emphasis on scientific methods, problem solving and interdisciplinary science education. A key objective of the program is to prepare undergraduates for careers as professional geoscientists and educators. The program also promotes the development of an informed citizenry for wise decision-making on issues related to natural resources, environmental quality and sustainability in Oregon and beyond.

Economics

Trains students in the tools of the discipline and encourages them to apply that knowledge to domestic and international economic and social problems. Introductory and intermediate courses in macroeconomics and microeconomics, a course in econometrics and report writing, as well as additional upper division electives in various economic specialties will prepare students for career goals.

Economics & Mathematics

Provides students with a solid foundation in the mathematical disciplines necessary to develop a deeper understanding of domestic and international economic and social problems. The program aims to prepare a student to enter directly into the business sector equipped with skills that are in high demand.

Educational Leadership

Education, Early Childhood/Elementary Teaching Preparation

Principled upon educational equity, cultural sensitivity, professionalism and an intellectually vital community. Committed to facilitating the learning and development of our candidates who, in turn, can successfully affect the learning and development of PK-12 students in schools.

Education, Early Childhood Studies

Prepares skilled and reflective early childhood practitioners who can effectively respond to the unique learning needs of diverse young children and their families. The Early Childhood Studies program is grounded in the principles of educational equity and inclusion, social justice, reflective practice, and the development of diverse leaders in the field of early childhood.

Education, Early Childhood Studies (Non-Licensure)

Prepares skilled and reflective early childhood practitioners who can effectively respond to the unique learning needs of diverse young children and their families. The Early Childhood Studies program is grounded in the principles of educational equity and inclusion, social justice, reflective practice, and the development of diverse leaders in the field of early childhood.

Education, Elementary/Middle Level Teaching Preparation

Principled upon educational equity, cultural sensitivity, professionalism and an intellectually vital community. Committed to facilitating the learning and development of our candidates who, in turn, can successfully affect the learning and development of PK-12 students in schools.

Education, High School Teaching Preparation

Principled upon educational equity, cultural sensitivity, professionalism and an intellectually vital community. Committed to facilitating the learning and development of our candidates who, in turn, can successfully affect the learning and development of PK-12 students in schools.

Education, Middle Level/High School Teaching Preparation

Principled upon educational equity, cultural sensitivity, professionalism and an intellectually vital community. Committed to facilitating the learning and development of our candidates who, in turn, can successfully affect the learning and development of PK-12 students in schools.

Education Studies (Non-Licensure)

Prepare those students interested in a career in the field of education but not necessarily classroom teaching. This non- licensure program prepares individuals for positions requiring expertise in formal and non-formal learning and educational settings that do not require licensure. Provides students with a solid liberal arts foundation along with a strong background in educational theory and practice.

Elementary French

Prepares students to enter the work force with an elementary level of fluency in the language listed on the certificate so they can interact in this language with individuals and companies during the course of their work, both in writing and verbally.

Elementary German

The Elementary Certificate in German provides students with professional knowledge of the German language and culture. German is the most widely-spoken mother tongue in the European Union, and 1,200 German-owned companies operate in the United States. 750+ major U.S. businesses have branches in Germany, the highest ranking European country for Oregon exports.

Elementary Mathematics Specialist (K-8)

Elementary Mathematics Specialists will know and deeply understand the mathematics of elementary school, how mathematics concepts and skills develop through middle school, will have foundation in pedagogical content knowledge and will be prepared to take on collegial non-evaluative leadership roles within their schools and districts. They will have a broad view of many aspects and resources needed to support and facilitate effective instruction and professional growth.

Elementary Mathematics Specialist (K-8)

Empower educators to strengthen their knowledge, skills, and dispositions to improve their professional practices, to enhance their leadership abilities, and to improve the quality of education using creativity, innovation, and research.

Elementary Spanish

Prepare students to enter the work force with an elementary level of fluency so that they can interact in this language with individuals and companies during the course of their work, both in writing and verbally.

Enabling Leadership

Provide opportunities for leaders to enhance and apply their leadership knowledge, competencies, and values within any sector, industry, or setting. The program curriculum is devoted to helping students master the fundamental human processes of leadership and organizational development. Students will not only grow as leaders through action-based learning, but they will also make a positive impact on their communities and workplaces through a practical application of cumulative skills.

English

Provides personalized learning opportunities leading to advanced studies or a variety of careers including teaching, writing, editing, linguistics and literature. The various programs help students develop a broad knowledge of literature, language and writing to foster analytical and critical skills.

English for Speakers of Other Languages

Prepares teachers and other education professionals to ensure that emerging bilingual learners succeed in all aspects of their schooling: academics, socialization, linguistic development, acculturation and physical and emotional health.

English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)

Empower educators to strengthen their knowledge, skills, and dispositions to improve their professional practices, to enhance their leadership abilities, and to improve the quality of education using creativity, innovation, and research.

Ethnic Studies

A major in Ethnic Studies prepares students for careers that actively promote a more equitable and just society through analysis of culture, race, and ethnicity in global, national and regional history and the present. The major empowers students to understand and address issues of inequality in a wide range of professional areas, including government, non- profit organizations, industry, media and academic institutions.

Executive Leadership

Exercise Science

The mission of the exercise science program at WOU is to equip and motivate students to apply a bio-mechanical-psycho- social approach to preventing chronic diseases and promoting wellbeing among individuals in our communities. We aim to inspire students to become agents of change and contribute to a healthier and happier society.

Geographic Information Science

The Geographic Information Science (GIS) Certificate is part of the Earth and Environmental Science program. The program mission is to provide a liberal arts education in geoscience with an emphasis on scientific methods, problem solving and interdisciplinary science education. A key objective of the certificate is to prepare post-baccalaureate students or professionals seeking continuing education for careers in GIS.

Gerontology: Aging and Older Adulthood

Provide students with a multidisciplinary foundation of core knowledge and skills in aging and older adulthood drawn from the fields of gerontology, psychology, social work, health, political science, communications, and business. Students will gain competence in accessing, evaluating, and integrating sources of knowledge within the field. They will develop and refine essential skills through service-learning and practicum experiences.

Healthcare Administration

The undergraduate certificate in Healthcare Administration, which is an interdisciplinary program founded in public and business administration, public health, organizational leadership, and gerontology. The program is carefully designed to provide students with skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in a variety of positions in the healthcare sector.

Healthcare Administration

Provide advanced learning opportunities to students interested in enhancing their knowledge and skills in healthcare administration. Courses offered address healthcare policy issues, leadership skills, and issues related to disparities in access to health care.

History

Promote a community of scholars dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, professional and community service. This community connects students with the past through a global and comparative perspective and provides them with the tools for critical thinking and analysis that are the foundation of the liberal arts education.

Humanities

Humanities majors and minors explore that unique human creation, language--not only for communication but also its manifestation in culture, literary art, and philosophical and religious thought.

Human Wellness and Performance

The primary target of the program is the student with interest in pursuing a broad variety of exercise science-related careers including strength and conditioning, sports performance, health and wellness coaching, or have interest in pursuing a future clinical degree (e.g., physician assistant, physical therapy, occupational therapy).

Infant Toddler

To prepare skilled and reflective early childhood practitioners who can effectively respond to the unique learning needs of diverse infants and toddlers and their families.

Information Systems

The Information Systems degree bridges the study of business and information systems and is less theoretical than the computer science major. An academic focus is placed on the practical application of technology in support of business operation, management and decision making. Graduates receive a solid foundation in enterprise computing. Enterprise computing encompasses various types of enterprise software required to support an organization's operations and goals.

Information Technology

Computing competency is needed in almost all careers in the the 21st century. Someone with computing competency has a foundational set of skills and experience to begin crafting their own solutions to problems they encounter. This could be by programming, scripting, or integrating disparate data sources through industry standard tools and languages. This Information Technology Certificate will provide students with the foundations of computing competency.

Instructional Design

Provides graduate students from diverse backgrounds advanced skills in the planning and creation of learning experiences using technology in the classroom, online and in informal environments.

Integrated Science Teacher Education

Prepares and trains students to become effective middle and high school teachers in the area of general science, physical science and Earth and space science.

Interdisciplinary Professional Studies

Empower educators to strengthen their knowledge, skills, and dispositions to improve their professional practices, to enhance their leadership abilities, and to improve the quality of education using creativity, innovation, and research.

Interdisciplinary Social Justice / Service Learning with Latino Community-Bilingual

Create and provide a unique learning experience to empower students with the knowledge, skills, empathy, and understanding of cross-cultural environments. This process will enable students to develop culturally competence practices to make positive changes in the Latino Community, Learning Outcomes 1. A developing sense of self as a learner, building on prior experiences to respond to new and challenging contexts. 2.

Interdisciplinary Studies

The faculty at WOU recognizes the importance of meeting the needs and interests of all students. Accordingly, the Interdisciplinary Studies Program offers an opportunity to construct individualized majors based on student interests and goals.

Intermediate French

Prepares students to enter the work force with an intermediate level of fluency in the language listed on the certificate so they can interact in this language with individuals and companies during the course of their work, both in writing and verbally.

Intermediate German

The Intermediate Certificate in German provides students with professional knowledge of the German language and culture. German is the most widely-spoken mother tongue in the European Union, and 1,200 German-owned companies operate in the United States. 750+ major U.S. businesses have branches in Germany, the highest ranking European country for Oregon exports.

Intermediate Spanish

Prepare students to enter the work force with an intermediate level of fluency in the language listed on the certificate so they can interact in this language with individuals and companies during the course of their work, both in writing and verbally.

International Studies

To introduce students to important concepts and issues in world affairs. Students will acquire advanced language skills and knowledge of geopolitics, history and culture. Participation in study abroad, a global internship or field research abroad prepares the student for an international career. This major is also excellent preparation for graduate study in a variety of fields that emphasize language, geopolitics, history and culture.

Interpreting Studies

Provides interpreters and interpreter educators who use English and another language, spoken or signed, scholarship that focuses on theoretical, practical, and/or teaching applications; thus, advancing the standards and leadership of the interpreting profession both signed and spoken, via research, rigorous study, and practice.

Interpreting Studies: Educational Interpreting

Provides educational interpreters (pre or post service), coursework and supervised experience that focuses on theoretical and practical, applications; thus, advancing the standards and leadership of the educational interpreting profession, via research, rigorous study, and practice.

Interpreting Studies: Professional Practice

Provides interpreters who use English and another language, spoken or signed, coursework and experiences that focus on theoretical and practical applications; thus, advancing the standards and leadership of the interpreting profession both signed and spoken, via research, rigorous study, and practice.

Interpreting Studies: Reflective Practice

Interpreting Studies: Research

Provides interpreters and interpreter educators who use English and another language, spoken or signed, coursework and experiences that focus on practical, and research applications; thus, advancing the standards and leadership of the interpreting profession both signed and spoken, via research, rigorous study, and practice.

Interpreting Studies: Teaching Interpreting

Interpreting Studies: Theory

To improve the quality and quantity of pre-interpreting professionals who will serve & collaborate with community members and professionals by educating students in communication, human relations, and ethical reasoning.

Justice Studies

The Master of Science in Justice Studies (MSJS) provides an interdisciplinary approach to social justice issues (both including and beyond criminal justice) for students who wish to focus on advocacy, policy, and research in the administration of justice. Students will learn strategies for conducting consequential research, evaluating and shaping policies and practices, and seeking and affecting change by addressing complex social challenges.

Language Arts Teacher Education

Drawing on work in linguistics, literature, writing and communication studies, prepares students to teach secondary- level language arts.

Learning Design and Technology

Provide a solid foundation in designing and supporting learning with technology for students who want to specialize in offering or supporting teaching, training, education, and/or learning in public, private, and entrepreneurial fields.

Literacy Education

Empower educators to strengthen their knowledge, skills, and dispositions to improve their professional practices, to enhance their leadership abilities, and to improve the quality of education using creativity, innovation, and research.

Mathematics

Teaching of mathematics and the communication of mathematical ideas. Faculty members believe that both the assimilation of mathematical knowledge and the enhancement of one's capacity for mathematical reasoning are essential outcomes of a liberal arts education.

Mathematics Teacher Education

Teaching of mathematics and the communication of mathematical ideas. Faculty members believe that both the assimilation of mathematical knowledge and the enhancement of one's capacity for mathematical reasoning are essential outcomes of a liberal arts education.

Music (B.A.)

The Music Department offers comprehensive programs and services to students and the surrounding community, including professional and liberal arts degrees in music and an active schedule of performances. The department supports large and small ensembles in vocal and instrumental music and up-to- date facilities for electronic music production and recording. Course offerings lead to degrees with concentrations in composition, jazz studies and music education.

Music (B.M.)

The Music Department offers comprehensive programs and services to students and the surrounding community, including professional and liberal arts degrees in music and an active schedule of performances. The department supports large and small ensembles in vocal and instrumental music and up-to- date facilities for electronic music production and recording. Course offerings lead to degrees with concentrations in composition, jazz studies, and music education.

Occupational Therapy

To produce socially conscious and evidence-informed OT practitioners that utilize the power of occupation to promote the health and well-being of people and their communities in our region and the larger world.

Organizational Leadership

Provide opportunities for both emerging and established leaders to enhance and apply their leadership knowledge, competencies, and values within any sector, industry, or setting. The program curriculum is devoted to helping students master the fundamental human processes of leadership and organizational development.

Physical Education Teacher Education

The mission of the exercise science program at WOU, which includes Physical Education Teacher Education, is to equip and motivate students to apply a bio-mechanical-psycho-social approach to preventing chronic diseases and promoting wellbeing among individuals in our communities. We aim to inspire students to become agents of change and contribute to a healthier and happier society.

Political Science

To serve students through teaching and mentoring, serve society through research, public outreach and activities and serve the university through collegial participation in all aspects of the community.

Principal License

Professional Studies in the Deaf Community

We live in a linguistically diverse world where individuals see through a multitude of lenses. In this program, we equip professionals to connect people across their differences and to assist them in navigating through barriers to opportunities in areas, such as education, community services, and employment.

Professional Writing

Prepares students to compose and edit documents in multiple media at a professional level, skills which are necessary for success in a range of careers in the modern workplace. Familiarizes students with the theories and practices of professional writing, it also requires students to use writing to engage with real-world challenges in the WOU community and beyond.

Psychology

Create lifelong learners in psychology utilizing the scientist- practitioner model. Graduates of our program will understand the scientific foundations of the discipline and the core knowledge/concepts in the field. Graduates will also be able to apply psychology to solve human difficulties; at both personal levels with self and others and at a community level with the issues and problems that face us as a society, a nation and a world.

Public and Nonprofit Management

The certificate in Public and Nonprofit Management is designed to provide undergraduate students with skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in a variety of careers in organizations in the public, nonprofit, and civil service sectors. Students will develop an understanding of the theoretical and practical applications of issues such as management, fundraising, communications, and the role of public policy within these important organizational sectors.

Public Health

To maximize individual and professional development in health and movement science and to promote healthy lifestyles and communities.

Public Policy and Administration

Prepares students for employment in government, non-profit organizations and in businesses connected to the public sector. Faculty teaching, service and research promote efficient, effective and just public service and policies.

Reading

Empower educators to strengthen their knowledge, skills, and dispositions to improve their professional practices, to enhance their leadership abilities, and to improve the quality of education using creativity, innovation, and research.

Reading Specialist

Prepare beginning K-12 teachers and other educational professionals to apply foundational knowledge of language and literacy to pedagogy and practice and to develop their understanding of many aspects and resources needed to support and facilitate effective instruction and professional growth.

Rehabilitation Counseling

Prepare rehabilitation and mental health professionals who are skilled in advocating for and with persons who are deaf or have disabilities and who are competent counselors knowledgeable about the development and dissemination of innovative and culturally sensitive rehabilitation practices and policies.

School Health Teacher Education

To maximize individual and professional development in health and movement science and to promote healthy lifestyles and communities.

Social Justice

Provides students with in-depth knowledge of complex social challenges and tools for addressing issues in social justice through research, theory, organizing, and affecting change.

Social Science

Combines a general social science perspective with a specific discipline focus. The program prepares graduates for a specialized field as well as giving mobility across fields. Students learn the methods developed by their discipline to understand both the past and the present. Graduates apply these methods to resolving local, national and international issues.

Social Science Teacher Education

Prepares students for entry into the undergraduate education program at this university. This pre-major provides students with a broad preparation in the social sciences and with depth in a particular discipline in preparation for teaching social science at the secondary level.

Sociology

To provide a strong educational foundation for graduate study and various professional careers. This includes training in writing, research and analysis, all connected to the development of theory and social science. It is also a goal of the department to train and motivate students to be activists in the service of progressive causes.

Spanish

Create and transmit knowledge concerning the Spanish language, literatures and cultures in a climate that promotes ease of communication and mutual understanding. Recognize Spanish as a historical language of the United States and provide students with the opportunity to build upon their existing linguistic and cultural knowledge. Create connections with local Spanish-speaking communities and organizations.

Spanish-English Interpreting and Translation

A Certificate in Spanish-English Interpreting and Translation offers students who already possess advanced bilingual knowledge the opportunity to professionalize this knowledge and transform it into a career by itself. This advanced certificate provides students with concrete employability opportunities, as there is significant need for qualified Spanish- English interpreters and translators in health, legal, business and social advancement institutions in the US.

Spanish Teacher Education

Create and transmit knowledge concerning the Spanish language, literature's and cultures in a climate that promotes ease of communication and mutual understanding.

Special Education

Prepare special education professionals who are grounded in knowledge about disabilities, issues regarding the provision of special education and related services and the development and dissemination of innovative and culturally sensitive practices and policies.

STEM Education

Empower educators to strengthen their knowledge, skills, and dispositions to improve their professional practices, to enhance their leadership abilities, and to improve the quality of education using creativity, innovation, and research.

STEM Educational Leadership

Support the development of leaders in STEM education by promoting in-depth understanding of current STEM related standards, the need for access and equitable opportunities in STEM for all students, and instructional practices with a particular focus on research and evidence-based practices. Provides opportunities and experiences to gain advanced expertise and skills to be better equipped for greater effectiveness in their roles as leaders of STEM in educational settings.

Sustainability

Provide knowledge and mentoring that will transform students into leaders who apply systems thinking in order to envision and implement solutions towards sustainable development.

Teaching

Committed to facilitating the learning and development of our candidates who, in turn, can successfully affect the learning and development of students in schools.

Teaching English as a Foreign Language

The TEFL Certificate program prepares students to enter the professional job market of teaching English abroad or online. The program is designed for students who are seeking a first experience Teaching English as a Foreign Language by providing a strong foundation in English Linguistics and training in foreign language acquisition and teaching methods.

The Arts

Provides individualized instruction with opportunities for professional involvement, service to the community, public exhibition and performance.

Theatre Arts

Provide a solid base in acting, directing, technical theatre and design, performance, history, literature and theory. Students will be prepared for post-graduate opportunities including: graduate programs, teacher licensor programs, internships, professional theatre and participation in the arts in their communities.

Theatre Teacher Education

Provide a solid base in acting, directing, technical theatre and design, performance, history, literature and theory. Students will be prepared for post-graduate opportunities including: graduate programs, teacher licensure programs, internships, professional theatre and participation in the arts in their communities.

Visual Communication Design

To foster creative thinking, technique, critical inquiry, and visual literacy for application to art and design. Students engage art and design practices in a studio atmosphere, bringing together form, materials, and meaning to create expressive work. The curriculum integrates a variety of media and technologies. It emphasizes aesthetic awareness, collaboration, problem solving, innovation, and visual communication.

Writing Theory and Practice for In-Service Teachers

This certificate program is designed for licensed middle and high school teachers, seeking to expand their expertise in writing instruction and/or prepare themselves to teach dual enrollment college-level writing courses. Students will study theories and best practices in the teaching of writing, learn new and innovative ways to incorporate writing into their classrooms, and explore and reflect on their own practices as professional writers.