Students whose GPA falls below for a third semester may be dismissed from the major, as it is highly unlikely they will meet the standard for graduation from this program. Note that these semesters do not need to be consecutive, as the GPA is cumulative. Each semester the GPA falls below the required value, the more difficult it is to raise the GPA to 2.50 with the remaining program credits. Personal Liability Insurance Students must obtain personal liability insurance to protect them while working in public school situations. This usually is obtained most economically by student membership in the Minnesota Education Association.
Applications are available in the department office.
Because this concentration is offered in conjunction with the Department of Education, students must meet requirements from the department. All courses may be used to fulfill UMD liberal education program requirements. Courses that may be used to fulfill UMD liberal education program requirements. The information in on-line catalogs and other University publications or announcements is subject to change without notice. University offices can provide current information about possible changes.