Such courses as English Composition, Human Biology or Physiology and Anatomy, Exploring Technology, Psychology, College Math, and Speech are typical selections for beginning students. Major studies courses that are taken include Individual and Family Relationships, Nutrition for Healthy Living, Foods, Consumer Economics, Presentation Strategies, and Family Resource Management. All beginning students should take Experiential Learning in Family and Consumer Sciences Education. Enjoying Student Life Recreation, athletics, social activities, professional organizations and many more opportunities are available for students at UW-Stout. The fieldhouse and recreation center are outstanding facilities.
Many FCSE students participate in competitive athletics.
Family and Consumer Sciences Education majors may also participate in professional organizations including the Stout Family and Consumer Sciences Association, Collegiate 4-H Club, and Student Government. This program features an outstanding employment rate. Teaching contracts are for nine months. Consumer affairs entry positions within business and industry usually pay salaries comparable to those in school settings.