{"id":9463,"date":"2024-08-05T08:10:26","date_gmt":"2024-08-05T13:10:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.winona.edu\/academics\/?page_id=9463"},"modified":"2024-08-05T08:10:26","modified_gmt":"2024-08-05T13:10:26","slug":"liberal-arts-academic-departments","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.winona.edu\/academics\/colleges\/liberal-arts\/liberal-arts-academic-departments\/","title":{"rendered":"Liberal Arts Academic Departments"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Liberal Arts Academic Departments<\/h1>
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Academic departments in the College of Liberal Arts are dedicated to helping students developing their unique skills and passions into a career that best suits them.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n\n\n\n \n

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Dean’s Welcome<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n
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As Dean, I am delighted to welcome you to our College of Liberal Arts. As the largest college, we are the academic home to more than 100 talented faculty and 21 departments and programs. The opportunities to learn are endless.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Situated in the scenic driftless region on the Mississippi River, our stewardship of place and sense of belonging are nurtured through intentionality and care. You are invited to engage with professors and peers through research, creative endeavors, and co-curricular activities. Together we consider the most pressing issues of the day from multiple perspectives, proven high-impact learning practices, and shared experiences for students to develop their capacity to think independently and to engage creatively in our communities and the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Internships, field experiences, study away or abroad, performances, leadership opportunities, and cultural events are embedded in our programs and our expectations for you. Our dedicated faculty provide enduring attention and personalized support for your progress toward a degree. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

A Winona State education in the liberal arts provides the foundation and experience to prepare you for your professional goals and the challenges you may encounter along the way. Our graduates find careers, invest in communities, and improve the quality of life for everyone. Please join us and discover the value of the College of Liberal Arts.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Art & Design<\/div>\n
The Art & Design program prepares students for careers in creative industries including studio art, graphic design, teaching, and other emerging forms of design.\u00a0<\/div>\n \n\n Art & Design Department <\/span>\n<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n
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Communication Studies<\/div>\n
In the Communication Studies Department, students learn how to solve complex communication problems, ranging from interpersonal to organizational levels.\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>\n \n\n Communication Studies Department <\/span>\n<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n
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English<\/div>\n
The English Department teaches students the creative and technical skills they need to be successful writers, teachers, and film professionals.<\/div>\n \n\n English Department & Film Studies Program<\/span>\n<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n
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Global Studies & World Languages<\/div>\n
Through the Global Studies & World Languages Department, students can learn about global-level changes or master a new language.\u00a0<\/div>\n \n\n Global Studies & World Languages Department <\/span>\n<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n
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History & Legal Studies <\/div>\n
The Department of History & Legal Studies provides opportunities for student to pursue careers in teaching, law, non-profits, and many other fields.\u00a0<\/div>\n \n\n History & Legal Studies Department <\/span>\n<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n
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Mass Communication<\/div>\n
The Mass Communication Department prepares students to work with a variety of media platforms while honing writing and social media skills.\u00a0<\/div>\n \n\n Mass Communication Department <\/span>\n<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n
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Music<\/div>\n
The Music Department provides students with musical education and enriches the cultural life of our community through performances and other events.<\/div>\n \n\n Music Department <\/span>\n<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n
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Philosophy <\/div>\n
The Philosophy Department emphasizes critical thinking, helping students to understand and analyze difficult concepts and ideas and foster independent thinking.\u00a0<\/div>\n \n\n Philosophy Department<\/span>\n<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n
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Political Science & Public Administration<\/div>\n
The Political Science & Public Administration Department gives students the skills they need to be engaged in our increasingly global, interdependent, and diverse world.\u00a0<\/div>\n \n\n Political Science & Public Administration <\/span>\n<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n
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Psychology<\/div>\n
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Sociology & Criminal Justice<\/div>\n
The Sociology & Criminal Justice Department\u00a0 helps students achieve a variety of career goals in social service, public service, and criminal justice systems.\u00a0<\/div>\n \n\n Sociology & Criminal Justice Department\u00a0<\/span>\n<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n
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Theatre & Dance<\/div>\n
The Theatre & Dance Department helps students develop their unique artistic voices alongside creative and critical thinking skills. <\/div>\n \n\n Theatre & Dance Department <\/span>\n<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n
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The Women\u2019s, Gender & Sexuality Studies Department provides an academic framework and community focusing on women, gender, race, class, dis-\/ability, and sexuality.\u00a0<\/div>\n \n\n Women’s & Gender Studies Department<\/span>\n<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n
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The members of the College of Liberal Arts Advisory Board serve as a liaison between students and the dean to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n