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College of Fine Arts and
Communication (COFAC)
Jeff W. Morin, Dean
Room 101, Noel Fine Arts Center
Phone: 715-346-4920
E-mail: cofac@uwsp.edu
Web: www.uwsp.edu/cofac
The College of Fine Arts and Communication is
committed to a broad understanding of the arts, the humanities, and
communication as a basis for reasoned, intelligent, and sensitive
individuals interacting with society. The college is also committed to a
broad understanding of the many aspects of the arts and communication as
they relate to a changing world with its dynamic and diverse cultures. Most
importantly, the college is committed to excellence in training
communication, visual arts, and performing arts professionals. Through its
students, faculty and programs both on and off campus, the College of Fine Arts and
Communication inspires, creates, and achieves.
Curriculum in Fine Arts and
Communication
Educational
experiences and courses for fine arts and communication majors, minors, and
general student needs include:
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History, criticism, theory, and practice in
fine arts and communication.
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Practical applications in the arts and
communication through laboratory, studio, internship
and other experiences.
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Production and performance experiences
through art exhibitions, plays, musicals, dance productions, film, radio
and television broadcasting, and various other forms of communication.
You may choose a professional program in a
specific field or a more broadly based curriculum with a wide variety of
choices. You may choose one of the majors listed below or a minor in the
college with a major from another area.
There are four departments offering degree
programs within the college: Art and Design,
Music, Theatre
and Dance, and the Division of
Communication. The Departments of Art and Design, Music, and
Theatre and Dance each enjoy full national accreditation by their respective
associations. UW-Stevens Point is one of 21 such universities in the country
to carry this designation.
Majors in Fine Arts and
Communication
Degrees offered are:
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Bachelor of Arts in art,
music,
arts management.
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Bachelor of Arts or
Bachelor of Science in communication, or theatre arts with options in
dance
or drama.
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Bachelor of Fine Arts in
art with graphic design, two-dimensional or three-dimensional emphases;
theatre arts with options in musical theatre or
drama.
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Bachelor of Music
with options in applied music, jazz, music education, and music literature.
Refer
to the degree requirements listed in each department's section of this
catalog.
To earn your degree,
successfully complete the general degree requirements,
requirements
for your major, and approved electives totaling no less than 120 credits.
If you wish to meet teacher certification requirements
in music,
consult the Education
section later in this catalog for additional courses required through the College of
Professional Studies.
Minors in Fine Arts and
Communication
Minors are available
in art
history, communication,
dance,
drama,
and music.
College Honors
Undergraduate, full-time majors in the College of Fine Arts and
Communication who have achieved a semester grade point average over 3.75 are awarded the
Dean's Distinguished Achievement Award.
Nondegree Experiences in the Arts and Communication
Non-credit courses of study are offered through the
college's continuing education program, and the Aber
Suzuki Center and American Suzuki Institute. The college also sponsors the annual Performing Arts
Series with internationally acclaimed artists performing at the Sentry Theater.
Graduate
Programs in Fine Arts and Communication
Graduate programs are available in music
and communication.
See the Graduate section of this catalog for further details.
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Undergraduate studies
Graduate
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Honors
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College of
Professional Studies (CPS)
Joan DeGuire North, Dean
Room 112, College of Professional Studies Building
Phone: 715-346-3169
E-mail: cps@uwsp.edu
Web: www.uwsp.edu/cps
The College of Professional Studies consists of the School
of Communicative Disorders, the School of Education, the School of Health, Exercise
Science and Athletics (HESA), the School of Health Promotion and Human Development (HPHD),
and the Division of Interior Architecture.
The College of Professional Studies also administers
programs in health sciences and military science (Army ROTC).
In the College of Professional Studies you:
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Prepare for your chosen
profession by studying theory and then actively demonstrating your
professional skills in a supervised classroom or clinic.
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Gain the knowledge and
experience you need in order to meet the standards of your profession.
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Gain professional
experience in internships and externships at hospitals, physician's offices,
community clinics, schools, business and industrial sites.
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Associate with other
students interested in providing a professional service to humankind.
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Acquire critical thinking
skills so you may fully meet the needs of the people you will serve.
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Work on basic and applied
research projects.
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Work with faculty who are
attuned to the people, events, trends, and politics of the professional
workplace.
Undergraduate Programs in
Professional Studies
In the College of Professional Studies you may work toward
bachelor's degrees from the:
- School of Communicative Disorders with a
major in communicative disorders.
- School of Education
with majors in
elementary education; early childhood education; or exceptional education
with certifications in learning disabilities, emotional behavioral disabilities,
cognitive disabilities-borderline, and early childhood: special education;
and certifications in secondary education.
- School of Health, Exercise Science and Athletics
with majors in K-12 physical education or athletic training, and minors in
coaching, adventure education, and health education; also an add-on
certification in adapted physical education.
- School of Health Promotion and Human Development
with majors in health promotion, family and consumer sciences, dietetics,
and minors in nutrition, child and family studies, and safety and health
protection.
- Division of Interior Architecture with a
major in interior architecture.
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Department of
Health Sciences with
majors in clinical laboratory science and health science.
College Honors
The College of Professional Studies dean's list consists
of undergraduate students who achieve a grade point average of above 3.75 the previous
semester.
Graduate Programs in
Professional Studies
In the College of Professional Studies you may work
toward advanced degrees in:
For further information on these master's programs, see the
Graduate section of
this catalog.
CPS-Continuing Education
(CPS-CE)
Room 100, College of Professional
Studies Building
Phone: 715-346-3801 and 715-346-4324
Web: www.uwsp.edu/cps/network
CPS-CE works to connect the College of Professional Studies
with educators, school districts, organizations and professionals throughout
Central Wisconsin. CPS-CE offerings include first-year teacher induction
courses; mentor-teacher classes; graduate level courses; add-on
certifications in early childhood education, adapted physical education, and
health education; two nine-credit master's level strands for teachers; and
courses for the master's degree in human and community resources and
nutritional sciences.
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