Academic Majors by School
School of the Arts and Humanities
Art & Design Department
Art Studio
Digital Graphic Design
Communication
Digital Media and Journalism
Electronic Publishing
Public Relations
Strategic Communication
English Department
English Education
Literature
Literature with Writing Emphasis
History Department
History
History/Social Studies
Social Studies Education
Modern/Classical Languages Department
Spanish
Spanish Education
Music Department
Music
Music Education (either Classroom & Instrumental or Classroom & Vocal Track)
Music Industry
Music Performance
Philosophy Department
IHM Seminary Philosophy
Philosophy
Theatre & Dance Department
Theatre (either Acting/Directing or Dance or Design/Technology or Musical Theatre or Theatre Studies Track)
Theology Department
Pastoral and Youth Ministry
Educational Studies - Religious Education
Theology
School of Business
Business Department
Accounting
Business Intelligence and Analytics
Entrepreneurship
Finance
International Business
Management
Marketing
Sport Management
Social Science Department
Criminal Justice (either Corrections or Law Enforcement Track)
Global Studies
Human Services
Political Science
Social Science
Sociology
School of Education
Education Department
Elementary Education
(Grades K-6 with optional 5-8 Endorsements in English, Math, Science, Social Science and World Language Spanish K-8)
Secondary Education
(Grades 5-12: Life Science Education, Chemistry Science Education, English Education, Social Studies Education, Mathematics Education, Spanish Education K-12, Music Education Classroom & Instrumental K-12, Music Education Classroom & Vocal K-12, and Physics Science Education - see departments by discipline)
Educational Studies
(Non-licensure major with concentrations in: Religious Education, Child and Family Contexts, Youth Development and Leadership, and Adult Learning Contexts)
John C. Parmer School of Sciences
Biology Department
Biology
Environmental Biology
Life Sciences Education
Allied Health Majors:
Biology Pre-Cytotechnology
Biology Pre-Echocardiography
Biology Pre-Medical Laboratory Science
Biology Pre-Nuclear Medicine Technology
Biology Pre-Physical Therapy
Biology Pre-Radiography
Chemistry Department
Biochemistry
Chemistry
Chemistry Science Education
Mathematics, Computer Science and Statistics Department
Actuarial Science
Computer Data Science
Mathematics
Mathematics Education
Physics Department
Physics
Physics with an Engineering Science Emphasis
Physics with a Life Science Emphasis
Physics Science Education
Psychology Department
Psychology
Individualized Major
An individually designed major study program must be significantly different from a catalog major offering. It must have a focal point or unifying factor different from present departmental majors. It may not be a subfield of a current major offering. It may not be a current major offering with one or two courses added or subtracted.
An individualized major must represent significant time applied to courses united by the special focus of that program and must include at least 39 credits. Approximately half of the required courses should be upper-division. Approval must be obtained from the chair of each academic department from which three or more courses and/or upper-division courses will be taken. Also, the major must be approved by the vice president for academic affairs.
As with departmental majors, individualized majors should be declared before the junior year. This major option should not be considered or designed after a student has earned 95 credits. Once approved, an individualized major program cannot be changed without the approval of the vice president for academic affairs and the appropriate department chair(s). No courses listed in the original individualized major and subsequently taken by the student may be changed or deleted from the major.
Students should note that the approval of an individually designed major study program does not exempt the student from any university graduation requirement other than the requirement to complete a catalog major. It is the responsibility of the student to make sure that all other graduation requirements are met.
Student Success Center
Esther Perález, Dean
Dr. Esther Perález, Dean
The Student Success Center (SSC) serves as an important access point for all students at Saint Mary’s University who want to reach their academic and personal potential. The SSC cultivates and promotes students’ development by providing support through a wide range of resources. Students use these resources – including services in academic advising, learning assistance, disabilities, writing services, and career services and internships – to build the knowledge and skill sets they need to achieve their academic and personal goals. The SSC acts as a vital and dynamic place on campus where professional staff members and peers support, mentor, and guide students along their academic journey.
Students are encouraged to become familiar with, and to take advantage of, these resources throughout their four years of college experience.
Academic Advising
Anne Thurmer, Student Success Specialist/Student Transitions
Bethany Mota, Student Success Specialist/Academic Advising
The academic advising staff works closely with faculty advisors, learning services, writing services, career services and internships, disability services, student life, and the athletic department to provide a comprehensive learning experience for all students. Advisors assist students with:
- Scheduling courses
- Declaring a major
- Evaluating completion of general education or major requirements
- Developing academic success strategies
- Participating in success initiatives
- Serving as a referral person to appropriate offices on campus
Faculty Advisors
Faculty advisors participate in the advising program as first-year student advisors and/or major advisors. Faculty advisors are full-time faculty members who are familiar with courses, majors, and programs and who serve as a valuable resource for students. They assist students in:
- Planning their course schedules
- Developing an academic plan and education goals
- Assessing academic progress
- Helping with other college related concerns
- Serving as a referral person to appropriate offices on campus
Career Services & Internships and Field Exploration
Michael Hagarty, Director
Career Services & Internships serves as an essential link between students and their educational and professional goals. Through Career Services, students develop a general perspective of life/work planning. Through Internship and Field Exploration programs, students participate in work experiences related to their career choices. Services available to students include:
- Facilitating career and major exploration
- Crafting an individualized 4-year career development plan
- Providing information on internships, field exploration, and employment opportunities
- Preparing students for the job search (resumes, cover letters, and interview skills)
- Offering graduate school advising and alumni connections
Disability Services
Karen Hemker, Director
Disability Support Services provides specific accommodations to qualified students who have met documentation requirements. Students are responsible for furnishing disability documentation and requesting accommodations to the director of disability services. Qualified students may receive assistance with:
- Alternate format textbooks
- Assistive technology
- Peer note takers
- Testing accommodations
- Liaison with faculty as needed
Learning Assistance
Joseph Dulak, Director
Learning Services provides students with the tools necessary to become self-directed learners. Through peer to peer interactions, students receive academic tutoring in most subject areas, learn study skills and strategies, and participate in workshops that guide the learning process. Services available to students include:
- Weekly tutoring, drop-in tutoring, and by appointment tutoring
- Academic counseling for assistance with study skills and strategies
- Skills-based courses
Writing Services
Peggy Johnson, Director
In its effort to advance language knowledge and writing proficiency on campus, Writing Services offers direct assistance to students in creating, developing, revising, and editing their written documents. A broad range of writing initiatives provides students with opportunities to practice writing, to write for different audiences and purposes, and to revise their writing so that students learn how to improve writing weaknesses and further develop their writing strengths. Writing support is offered through a variety of venues:
- Individual tutoring with a trained peer tutor
- Direct classroom assistance on writing assignments
- Weekly tutoring sessions on specific writing issues
- Input on course assignments, with attention to scaffolding, critical thinking, and clarity
International Programs
Tracy Lehnertz, Associate Dean
International Programs includes the Study Abroad Office and the International Center, along with support of operations with Christ the Teacher Institute for Education (CTIE) located in Nairobi, Kenya.
Study Abroad
Mitch Lawson, Director
The Study Abroad Office encourages students to incorporate international study into their academic plans. Staff of the study abroad office is available to assist students during all stages of the study abroad experience, which includes exploring various options, applying to a program, preparing for international study and returning to campus. More information on study abroad offerings is included in the International Studies section.
International Center
Maria Garza-Cienfuengos, Director of International Student Services
Rebecca Vogel, Director of De La Salle Language Institute
The International Center is home to the De La Salle Language Institute and International Student Services. The De La Salle Language Institute (DLI) provides English as a Second Language (ESL) coursework, supports specialized advising for ESL and matriculated international students, and facilitates the English Language Bridging Program. More information on the De La Salle Language Institute can be found on page 86. International Student Services provides specialized support and activities for all international students on the Winona campus, including those in DLI. The programming includes the following areas of focus: welcome and orientation of new international students; immigration services for students and exchange visitors; assistance in adjustment to life in the United Sates, on the Saint Mary’s campus and in the Winona community; opportunities for students to share their culture and knowledge with the campus and local community; educational, cultural, and social activities for international students; and advocacy of international students to others on campus and in the Winona community.
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