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Discipline Coordinator: Dan Sivek, PhD.
Address: College of Natural Resources, UWSP, Stevens Point, WI 54481
Telephone: (715) 346-2028
Fax: (715) 346-3624
 

 Environmental Ed/Interp. Program
 

  
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Post graduate studies in the area of Environmental Education and Interpretation could lead to employment as the director of a nature or environmental center or as an information and education specialist with a public or private agency.  Most students within this program receive graduate assistantships, which help the student both financially and academically.

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Common questions about the graduate program in Environmental Education and Interpretation:

 

How do I apply?  What are the requirements to be accepted into the program?

 

Click HERE to link to the Admissions Page, where you'll have access to an application and additional information about program requirements.

 

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How can I earn an assistantship?

A graduate assistantship is a student-held position, where the graduate student is funded by the University to work on a graduate project.  Assistantships are awarded on a competitive basis to students accepted to the graduate program.  Every student accepted in the program is considered for an assistantship.  A separate application is not needed.  Faculty normally screen applications in the spring for fall appointment.  

The benefits of an assistantship typically include an out-of-state tuition waiver (so the student pays in-state tuition) as well as a monthly stipend.  You are also eligible for health and dental coverage through the University.  Assistantships change from year to year as funding becomes available and as the need arises.  Examples of assistantships include:

*Evaluation and marketing of environmental education and interpretation programs offered at UWSP
*Teaching assistant for a freshman-level natural resources discussion class
*Coordinating and teaching environmental education programs at the Central Wisconsin Environmental Station

The graduate assistant works 20 hours per week, and performs the objectives set forth by the project supervisor and/or their advisor.

 
What type of thesis project will I work on as a graduate student?

The projects vary, depending on current research, funding, and the student's personal interests.  

Current thesis projects include:
    *The Development and Evaluation of a Nature Journaling Guide
    *Evaluation and Marketing Plan of the Environmental Education and Interpretation Programs at UWSP
    *Study of the Process of Developing Certification Programs for Non-formal Environmental Educators
    *Evaluation, Revision and Marketing of the Fundamentals of Environmental Education On-Line Course
    *A Case Study on Attitudinal Changes of Teachers at an Environmentally Based Charter School
    *Developing, Implementing, and Evaluation of an On-line Wisconsin Forestry Education Course
    *Development of Water-based Environmental Education in Two Costa Rican Nature Centers

Most graduate students within the Environmental Education and Interpretation program opt for the Thesis Plan, but a Non-Thesis option is also available with the approval of your advisor.

 
Is there a graduate program in Environmental Education for teachers?

Yes, UW-SP offers a Masters Degree program specifically designed for currently practicing teachers.  Earn your Master's Degree in Environmental Education through a flexible program, designed to fit the schedule of busy teachers.  Click HERE for more information.

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