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GRADUATE CATALOG 2006 - 2008 P O BOX 5838 - WINONA, MN 55987-5838 1-800-DIAL-WSU (507) 457-5000 www.winona.edu www.winona.edu/graduatestudy Winona State University is a member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System The University reserves the right to change any provision or requirement at any time. The provisions of this publication are not to be regarded as an irrevocable contract between the student and WSU. The University reserves the right to make changes of an editorial nature to correct or amend the text of this catalog. From Minneapolis/St. Paul From La Crosse, Madison, Take U.S. Hwy . 61 south into W inona. Milwaukee, Chicago Stay on 61 to Huf f Str eet. T urn left on Take Interstate 90/94 west to La Huff; then take a right on Sar nia Crosse and into Minnesota. T ake the Street. T urn left onto Main Str eet at “to W inona” exit on U.S. Hwy . 61 and four-way stop. Cr oss the railr oad follow into W inona. Stay on 61 to Huf f tracks, go one block, tur n left on Mark Street. T urn left on Huf f; then take a Street. You are on campus. right on Sar nia Str eet. T urn left onto From the west via Interstate 90 Main Str eet. at four-way stop. Cr oss the railroad tracks, go one block, tur n left Take I-90 east to the Hwy . 43 Nor th on Mark Str eet. You are on campus. exit (252). T urn left on Hwy . 43, which brings you into W inona. At the stop- From Rochester, Owatonna, Mankato, light, take a left on Hwy . 17 (Homer and other communities via U.S. Hwy. 14 Rd.) and go to the stoplights. T urn Take U.S. Hwy . 14 east into W inona. left on U.S. Hwy . 14/61. Follow 61 to Turn right on U.S. Hwy . 14/61. Follow Huff Str eet. T urn right on Huf f; then 61 to Huf f Str eet. T urn left on Huf f; take a right on Sar nia Str eet at stop- then take a right on Sar nia Str eet. T urn light. T urn left on Main Str eet left on Main Str eet at four-way stop. at four-way stop. Cr oss the railr oad Cross the railr oad tracks, go one block, tracks, go one block, tur n left on Mark turn left on Mark Str eet. You are on Street. You are on campus. campus. Rochester, MN Winona, MN Rochester Campus ii Welcome to Winona State University! This catalog will help you plan your educational path.You will learn about our history, our mission and our most important aspiration: to be a community of learners dedicated to improving our world. Explore our academic programs and student activities. See what it is like to be a student here and understand the very special sense of place that we enjoy in Winona, along the banks of the Upper Mississippi River, and in Rochester, a thriving and growing Minnesota community. I think that you will be excited by the opportunities here. The University was founded in 1858 with high hopes for the future and a commitment, even then, to prepare students who would make the world a better place.We are serious about how we educate our students and hold ourselves to high standards as scholars and teachers.We also have high expectations for our students.We have made significant investments in our academic programs and student services to enhance your experience and create new ways for you to use what you learn in practical and meaningful ways. The University emphasizes hands-on, collaborative education and research experiences that will prepare you for life and work in the 21st century.You will learn differently.You will learn in ways that expand your horizons. Most important to all of us, you will learn that you can make a difference in the lives of other people. Sincerely, Judith A. Ramaley, President MAIN MAIN Winona N JOHNSON Campus 2 7 WASHINGTON Parking Parking West Campus. WINONA Parking Parking 27 HUFF HUFF To U.S. Hwy 61 1. Maxwell Hall: Fitness Center, Conference Center, and Children’s 18. Performing Arts Center: Departments of Music, and Center Communication Studies, Theatre Arts and Dance 2. Student Health Services and University Archives 19. Memorial Hall: Departments of Health, Exercise & Rehabilitative 3. Stark Hall: College of Nursing and Health Sciences, College of Sciences, Physical Education and Recreation Science and Engineering, Departments of Nursing and 20. Darrell W. Krueger Library Engineering 21. Minné Hall: College of Liberal Arts 4. Science Laboratory Center 22. Kryzsko Commons and Student Center 5. Alumni House: Emeriti Center 23. Sheehan Hall: Women’s residence hall 6. Somsen Hall: College of Business and administrative offices. 24. Maintenance Building 7. Howell Hall: Student Support Services, television studio, Media 25. Heating Plant Services, Disablility Resource Center, and Interpreter Services 26. Maxwell Field at Midwest Wireless Stadium 8. Phelps Hall: Mass Communication and Psychology 27. West Campus 9. Pasteur Hall: Departments of Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and • Lourdes Hall: Co-ed residence hall and Residential College Geoscience • Maria Hall: Co-ed residence hall 10. Watkins Hall: Departments of Computer Science and Art • Tau Center: Co-ed residence hall and conferencing facility 11. Conway Hall: Women’s residence hall University Apartments at East Lake (not pictured): Apartment style 12. Shepard Hall: Co-ed residence hall residence complex located at the corner of Franklin and Sarnia 13. Morey Hall: Co-ed residence hall Streets in Winona. 14. Richards Hall: Co-ed residence hall 15. Lucas Hall: Women’s residence hall All buildings and parking lots accessible to the handicapped. All 16. Prentiss Hall: Men’s residence hall buildings except the Alumni House (5) are equipped with elevators. 17. Gildemeister Hall: College of Education Call (507) 457-5008 to pre-arrange access. iii CONTENTS CONTENTS C A M P U S M A P . iii FINANCIAL INFORMATION. 1 0 Tuition WELCOME/CONTACT INFORMATION. iii Fees Refund Policy 2006-2008 ACADEMIC CALENDAR . 5 5 Resident Status T H E U N I V E R S I T Y . 2 , 3 FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE . 1 1 Mission Loans Goals Employment Mission of Graduate Education Goals for Graduate Education ACADEMIC POLICIES . 1 2 Expectations for Graduate Students Graduate Programs Accreditation and Memberships Undergraduate Students in Graduate Courses Location and Community Graduate Special Students (Non-degree seeking) Campus Facilities Graduate Assistantships Adult, Continuing Education and Extension A D M I S S I O N P O L I C I E S . 1 5 Admission to Graduate Study WSU-ROCHESTER CENTER . 5 Degrees/Programs Admission to Graduate Degree Program Library Registration M.S. AND M.A. DEGREE REQUIREMENTS . 16 Student Services COLLEGES & GRADUATE PROGRAMS AND COURSES . College of Education . 17 GRADUATE PROGRAMS, College of Liberal Arts. 36 DEGREES, AND CERTIFICATES. 7 College of Nursing and Health Sciences. 44 College of Science and Engineering . 51 GENERAL INFORMATION . 8 Affirmative Action Office Career Services FACULTY, STAFF AND ADMINISTRATION. 5 9 Counseling Center Disability Resource Center E M E R I T I . 6 5 International Services and Cultural Diversity Maxwell Children's Center Parking Services Security Services Student Conduct Student Health Service Veteran's Assistance Winona State University is committed to providing equal education and employment opportunities to all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, disability, or any other group or class against which discrimination is prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments, 1972, Minnesota Statutes Chapter 363, Section 402 of the Vietnam Era Veteran’s Readjustment Assistance Act, 1974, and other applicable state and federal laws. Inquiries regarding compliance should be referred to the Affirmative Action Officer at (507) 457-5008. 1 INTRODUCTION Winona State University is a comprehensive university that offers academically-inspired students an opportunity to obtain an education Winona State University- in the liberal arts and contemporary professions and to explore the Rochester Center application of knowledge to today's world. The University prepares Since 1917, Winona State University has served students in Rochester students to be skilled and competent active citizens with a strong sense and the surrounding area. In 1993, the University collaborated with the of personal responsibility and motivation to contribute to the University of Minnesota and Rochester Community and Technical communities where they live and work. College to establish the University Center at Rochester (UCR). UCR Founded in 1858 and located in the beautiful Upper Mississippi River offers degree programs from the associate through doctoral level. Since Valley, Winona State University is built on a powerful sense of place and its inception, over 5,000 bachelor's and master's students have compassion for the human condition. The University offers distinctive graduated from UCR programs. graduate and undergraduate programs that reflect the special character On an annual basis, the WSU-Rochester Center serves 2,000 students. of the communities it serves and that contribute to the quality of life in Approximately 40 resident faculty and an additional 20 Winona campus Minnesota and the region through thoughtful research, service, and faculty are dedicated to the Rochester Center each academic term. unique collaborations with the community. Because of its Rochester location, UCR offers unique opportunities to Winona State University prepares leaders for success in the 21st collaborate with IBM Corporation, Mayo Clinic, and the Rochester century by fostering the ability to apply knowledge to find solutions to School District, offering specialized programs in computer science, complex and ever-changing problems.