WESTERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY
GENERAL PROGRAM INFORMATION
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Program name: College Student Personnel
College: College of Education and Human Services |
Contact Person: Tracy Davis Educational and Interdisciplinary Studies Horrabin Hall 115 1 University Circle Macomb, IL 61455-1390 Phone: (309) 298-1183 Fax: (309) 298-2786 e-mail: TL-Davis1@wiu.edu
Web Page (URL) address:
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PROGRAM STATEMENT
The college student personnel program leads to a Master of Science degree which places emphasis on professional education that integrates academic course work with practicum and internship experience. The program has a developmental and educational orientation and includes course work in student development, group dynamics, higher education, organization and administration of student affairs, multicultural issues, counseling theory and techniques, research, practica and internships focusing on human development and organizational development in various student affairs settings. Individuals are prepared to work as student development specialists in a variety of student affairs settings including residence life, student activities, Greek affairs, admissions, academic advising, orientation, and multicultural student affairs.
The WIU program meets the standards established by the Council for the Advancement of Standards for Student Services/Development Programs. The CSP program provides excellent preparation for immediate employment in student affairs as well as a sound background for individuals to pursue doctoral degrees in college student personnel or higher education.
NATIONAL STANDARDS
Meets ACPA Professional Preparation Commission Standards: Yes
Meets CAS Standards: Yes
PROGRAM INFORMATION
Entrance Exam: None Required
Thesis: Not an option
Comprehensive exam: Not an option
Hours/credits required: 48
Total number of faculty: 4
Number of faculty dedicated full time to the program: 2
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Updated: 10/21/10