The College Student Development and Administration program places an emphasis on practical application of student development theory. Course work on developmental theory, multicultural student groups and administration, combine with practica and internship experiences to provide students with the opportunity to integrate theory with practice. Individuals are prepared to work as student development specialists in a variety of student affairs settings. The UW-La Crosse program meets the standards established by the Council for the Advancement of Standards for Student Development Programs.
Students are highly involved on campus and within their educational program.
We are still attempting to get a full time faculty member. I believe next year we will have one half time faculty member with no administrative responsibilities. Our practitioner model focuses on the theory to practice concept. We teach theory with a concentration on applying the theory.