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College of Letters and Science 1998-99 Course and Curriculum Committee Minutes #7 Thursday, February 25, 1999
Respectfully submitted, Connie Jo Special Assistant to the Dean and Distinguished Advisor Secretary to the L&S Faculty Distribution: Dean Marshall Goodman Associate Deans Meadows, O'Bryan, Schuster, Van Wynsberghe Assistant Deans Horstman, Kissinger, Olfe Secretary of the University L&S Standing Committee Chairs Department Chairs/Program Coordinators (see web site: http://www.uwm.edu/letsci/ Professors Barry Brummett & Kathy Wheatley Ms. Cindy Piercy C&CC2 minutes #7.ccc.doc FOR REVISION OF THE MINOR IN BUSINESS SPANISH
The minor in Business Spanish requires the completion, with a GPA of 2.5 or above, of 18 credits, at least 9 of which must be at the 300 level or above taken in residence at UWM, including the following:
One of the following:
Three credits in the following:
With the approval of the Department of Spanish and Portuguese, instead of a culture course students may take a course in anthropology, geography, history, political science, or sociology that focuses on the Hispanic world. Students are urged to take two culture courses as well as both the writing and translation courses. An internship with a firm doing business in Latin America or Spain may substitute for one of the required courses in the minor. Such substitutions must be approved by the Department of Spanish and Portuguese in consultation with the School of Business Administration which will assist students in finding an internship. After completing all course work for the minor in Business Spanish, students may opt to take an exam prepared by the Madrid Chamber of Commerce to test foreign student levels of proficiency in Business Spanish. Students who pass the exam are certified as having completed training in Business Spanish. There is a modest fee for taking the exam. The original proposal for a Business Spanish Minor contained a provision for Business Administration students to substitute courses for the required Business Administration courses. The proposal was not approved as submitted. APCC members felt that Business students should not be allowed to count Business courses taken as part of their Business programs toward completion of this minor. The non-Business student track was approved. The Department was encouraged to resubmit the proposal with a more rigorous option for Business students. This proposal represents that reworked option. (Bulletin excerpt) The minor in Business Spanish requires the completion, with a GPA of 2.5 or above, of 18 credits, at least 9 of which must be at the 300 level or above taken in residence at UWM. Students in the Business School must complete the requirements in the Business Students Track. All other students complete the Non-Business Students Track. Students are responsible for completing any prerequisite course as well. Business Students Track
Six credits in the following:
Six credits in culture or advanced language courses, selected from:
Non-Business Students Track
One of the following:
Three credits in the following:
With the approval of the Department of Spanish and Portuguese, instead of a culture course students may take a course in anthropology, geography, history, political science, or sociology that focuses on the Hispanic world. Students are urged to take two culture courses as well as both the writing and translation courses. An internship with a firm doing business in Latin America or Spain may substitute for one of the required courses in the minor. Such substitutions must be approved by the Department of Spanish and Portuguese in consultation with the School of Business Administration which will assist students in finding an internship. After completing all course work for the minor in Business Spanish, students may opt to take an exam prepared by the Madrid Chamber of Commerce to test foreign student levels of proficiency in Business Spanish. Students who pass the exam are certified as having completed training in Business Spanish. There is a modest fee for taking the exam. That the amended Business Spanish Minor be approved effective Semester I, 1999-2000. Return to the Minutes TO ESTABLISH HONORS IN THE SPANISH MAJOR Recommendation That, effective Fall, 1999-2000, the Faculty of the College of Letters and Science approved the establishment of Honors in the Major for the Spanish Major with the following parameters:
Rationale A number of departments in the College of Letters and Science offer honors in the major. This option provides a means of both challenging and recognizing highly motivated, talented students who major in Spanish. The specific requirements are in line with the requirements of other such programs. Approved: Faculty of the Department of Spanish and Portuguese, January 1999 Return to the Minutes L&S COURSE AND CURRICULUM COMMITTEE TO RESTRUCTURE THE W-I REVIEW PROCESS Proposal That the L&S Course and Curriculum Committee rescind its prior action creating a WIC oversight committee and a WIC steering committee; That the Committee create a W-I Subcommittee of the L&S Course and Curriculum Committee composed of the following membership:
That the W-I Subcommittee be assigned the following responsibilities:
That this recommendation, if approved by the L&S C&CC, become effective immediately upon receiving approval of the Dean of the College. Rationale The dual committee structure approved for the review of writing-intensive courses has proved to be too unwieldy for the work of the committee(s) to be accomplished in a reasonable time frame. Getting a quorum for the large Oversight Committee has not been possible for some time. A smaller W-I Subcommittee will be able to achieve a quorum. The proposed size of the W-I Subcommittee is sufficiently large to enable timely revives of W-I proposals. Because there are a number of W-I proposals pending, immediate action on this proposal is needed. cj:1-28-99/C&CC II dsk Return to the Minutes A NEW ACADEMIC PROGRAM
1.1 Title of Proposed Program: Bachelor of Arts in Global Studies 1.2 Department or Functional Equivalent Sponsoring the Program: Center for International Studies 1.3 College, School, or Functional Equivalent: College of Letters and Science and School of Business Administration 1.4 Timetable for Initiation: Fall, 2000-2001 Introductory Statement Outlining the Objectives Few would disagree that citizens, businesses, and governments at all levels increasingly are affected by globalization of the economic, cultural, social, political, and communication arenas within which we operate on a daily basis. The case for institutions of higher education assuming a critical role in the preparation of individuals who are able to function with ease in this environment has been made elsewhere. With this broad goal as its focus, the Bachelor of Arts in Global Studies degree program was developed around the following objectives:
Preparatory Curriculum The preparatory curriculum is designed to provide a broad base in the liberal arts and sciences in order to assist students in developing the writing, communication, analytical, and critical thinking skills that they will need in any internationally-oriented career. In addition, it provides a solid foundation in international studies and related disciplines to help students identify more focused areas of interest in the international arena. The following requirements must be completed:
It is assumed that students entering the University will possess basic computer literacy. If not, they are advised to take an introductory course (at least 2 cr) in computer literacy skills. To be admitted formally to the BAGS program, students must earn a 2.50 or better gpa in the following preparatory courses: Bus Ad 100; Commun 101, 103, or 105; Econ 102, 104, and 210; Intl St 101 or 193; [Language] 213; and Pol Sci 106 or 175 or Sociol 103. Core Courses (common to all tracks) - 27 credits The core courses serve to equip students with knowledge and skills more directly focused in areas that are essential underpinnings of international studies. The following requirements must be completed:
Emphasis (various tracks) The emphasis area permits students to direct their studies toward a particular disciplinary area in which they have a focused interest. The emphasis area provides access to knowledge and skills that relate directly to a business and/or professional career area. Students must:
GLOBAL ENVIRONMENT EMPHASIS Select five courses:
ELECTIVES (select at least two courses from the following list and/or the courses not taken as part of the five-course minimum above):
INTERNATIONAL AFRICOLOGY EMPHASIS
ELECTIVES (select at least two courses)
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS EMPHASIS
ELECTIVES (select at least two courses)
INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT EMPHASIS Select five of the following:
ELECTIVES (select at least two courses from the following list and/or the courses not taken as part of the five-course minimum above):
INTERNATIONAL ECONOMICS EMPHASIS
ELECTIVES (select at least two courses)
INTERNATIONAL POLITICS EMPHASIS
ELECTIVES (select at least two courses)
INTERNATIONAL SOCIOLOGY EMPHASIS
ELECTIVES (select at least two courses)
LANGUAGE/CULTURE EMPHASES ASIAN LANGUAGES/CULTURES EMPHASIS (300-level and above language courses taken here also count toward the core language requirement) At least two Chinese, Japanese, or other Asian language courses numbered 300 or above Select three of the following:
ELECTIVES (select at least two courses)
FRENCH LANGUAGE/CULTURE EMPHASIS (300-level and above courses taken here also may count toward the core language requirement) Select five of the following:
ELECTIVES (select at least two courses from the following list and/or the courses not taken as part of the five-course minimum above):
GERMAN LANGUAGE/CULTURE EMPHASIS (300-level and above courses taken here also may count toward the core language requirement) Select five courses:
ELECTIVES (select at least two courses from the following list and/or the courses not taken as part of the five-course minimum above):
HISPANIC LANGUAGE/CULTURE EMPHASIS 300-level and above courses taken here also may count toward the core language requirement)
ELECTIVES (select at least two courses)
ITALIAN LANGUAGE/CULTURE EMPHASIS (300-level and above courses taken here also may count toward the core language requirement) Select five courses:
ELECTIVES (select at least two courses from the following list and/or the courses not taken as part of the five-course minimum above):
RUSSIAN LANGUAGE/CULTURE EMPHASIS (300-level and above courses taken here also may count toward the core language requirement) Select at least five courses (at least 15 credits):
ELECTIVES (select at least two courses, 6 credits, from the following list and/or the course not taken as part of the five-course minimum above):
Emphases UNDER CONSIDERATION: International Communication International Non-Profit Organizations African Languages/Cultures Arabic Language/Culture Hebrew Language/Culture Indian Languages/Cultures Polish Language/Culture Portuguese Language/Culture Study Abroad
International Internship
Credit Requirements and Limitations Students must earn a GPA of 2.5 or better on all courses taken at UWM toward the BAGS degree and a 2.5 or better on all courses counting toward the degree, including transfer work. They also must earn a GPA of 2.75 or better on the combination of core and emphasis courses taken at UWM and on all such courses counting toward the degree, including transfer work. At least 15 credits in the core and emphasis courses combined, with at least 9 of those in the emphasis courses, must be taken in residence at UWM. Students must complete the last 30, 45 of the last 60, or any 90 credits for the degree in residence at UWM. The study abroad portion of the degree program counts as credits-in-residence if taken through a UWM study abroad program. Credit limitations defined for the L&S BA/BS also apply to the BAGS degree. In fall of 1997, the Governor announced a new international education initiative aimed at ensuring "that young people throughout Wisconsin are properly trained and prepared to become the first truly global generation." This announcement stimulated the examination of activities supporting international education on a variety of different fronts. Despite the existence of international studies majors at a number of institutions of higher education in Wisconsin, businesses indicate they are unable to find employees who are sophisticated enough in the language and culture of many of the foreign countries in which they aim to conduct business. Most international studies programs require a minimal level of language competency, and students can earn their degrees without spending any time in another country. For Wisconsin to remain competitive economically, to retain its position as a leader in education in a global environment, and to provide a pool of professionals with the competencies needed for the twenty-first century, it is essential to strengthen international and foreign language education at all levels. In response to the Governor's charge, the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee proposes the development of a new Bachelor of Arts in Global Studies. Through its strong liberal arts preparatory curriculum, this degree program focuses on the development of the communication and critical analysis skills that allow students to respond and adapt easily in a rapidly changing world. It strengthens the understanding of and ability to relate appropriately to people from other countries and cultures through area-specific core courses in anthropology, culture, history, and politics as well as a mandatory study abroad experience. And it offers education directed toward the acquisition of knowledge and expertise in areas directly applicable to the business and professional world through internationally oriented core courses, various areas of emphasis, and a required international internship. While the emphases in the program are rooted in specific disciplines, the entire program curriculum is multidisciplinary, linking intellectual perspectives from many fields and bringing them to bear on international issues. 4.1 History of Program: The origins of the proposed BA in Global Studies are to be found in the expansion of international studies teaching and research following the establishment of UWM's Title VI Center for International Studies in 1991. With funding from the U.S. Department of Education, the Center strengthened the L&S interdisciplinary Major in International Studies, made grants for curriculum development to dozens of faculty members from various schools and colleges, provided leadership for the reform and enhancement of foreign language instruction, and contributed to the expansion of study abroad and affiliations with overseas universities. US/ED and other grants received by the Center, all earned in peer review competition, thus far have brought about $2.5 million to UWM. A new phase was begun in 1996-97 when the Dean of the College of Letters and Science (L&S) initiated an "Internationalization Across the College" program. Prominent among the accomplishments of this initiative was a new structure for the administration of foreign language teaching and new requirements, including an international studies requirement, for the L&S degree. Equally important, if not more so, the Dean appointed a committee on internationalization that produced a comprehensive report and made numerous recommendations, many of which currently are being implemented. A number of grant proposals were written and submitted in an effort to increase resources for this initiative. Although not all were successful, this effort did produce significant funding for several new international programs. In 1997-98, the School of Business Administration (SBA) became a partner in this internationalization effort. During the past year, L&S and SBA have worked together on many projects relating to international studies. They include joint projects relating to teaching, research, and community outreach. They also include the design of UW's Institute for Global Studies (IGS), which provides an administrative framework for the future expansion of international studies and programs, both within each school/college and for collaborative projects, including the proposed BA in Global Studies. Partial support for some IGS projects, including some pertaining to the BA in Global Studies, is being provided by a grant from the UW-System Central Investment Fund. 4.2 Instructional Setting of Program: The BA in Global Studies will be housed in the Center for International Studies and will be administered jointly by the College of Letters and Science (L&S) and the School of Business Administration (SBA). Course work is drawn from existing courses in L&S departments and in the SBA. It is anticipated that some new cooperative courses also will be developed. Nine academic units have prepared program emphases, and others are anticipated for the future. 4.3 Relation to Mission Statement and Institutional Academic Planning "Our education system, from K-12 through graduate schools, is not currently organized to produce citizens and business leaders equipped to succeed in a global economy ... Though some schools provide some elements of international business education, we need a post-secondary system capable of providing practical international business training ... Wisconsin business leaders need our ... colleges and universities to prepare graduates for executive leadership in international business development ... Unhappily, there is no coherent statewide strategy guiding the development of these efforts, and no mechanism currently exists for making resources accessible to the business community." - Report of Governor Thompson's Wisconsin Export Strategy Commission, 1994 Echoing this report, Wisconsin business leaders have continued to voice frustration over the lack of international educational programming and services to meet their many urgent needs in our rapidly changing global economy. The UW System Survey of Wisconsin Businesses, conducted in 1995, documented these needs among businesses statewide and in Southeast Milwaukee, in particular. The Strategic Plan for Business Education in the UW System, adopted by the Board of Regents in 1996, calls for the development of high quality international programs and services to serve Wisconsin businesses. Wisconsin International Trade Council (WITCO) was asked by the Governor to make further recommendations in this regard. Through a unique collaborative approach, the proposed BA in Global Studies will offer the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee an opportunity to utilize the advantages of its intellectual resources, urban setting, and strategic alliances with the Wisconsin business community to address these challenges. The mission of BA in Global Studies is to enable the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee to respond in dynamic and innovative ways to the international educational needs of its students. The proposed BA in Global Studies will strengthen ties to and support the Wisconsin business and professional communities through the program's internship requirement and by graduating students who are qualified to work and live in a global world. 4.4 Institutional Enrollment Management: This program is expected to attract Wisconsin students who otherwise would seek specialized international education through programs outside the State. It is anticipated that area businesses may encourage and support employees to pursue the degree to increase their value to the company. Because international specialty degree programs at the undergraduate level are not numerous, students in surrounding states also may enroll. 4.5 Comparable Programs Elsewhere in Wisconsin: none 4.6 Comparable Programs Outside Wisconsin (as applicable): While specialized internationally focused degrees are not uncommon at the graduate (particularly master's) level, they are uncommon at the undergraduate level. There are numerous majors in international studies, within the State and elsewhere, but baccalaureate degree programs are few. One of the best known is offered through "The Edmund A. Walsh School of Foreign Service at Georgetown University," which was founded in 1919. The Georgetown University program requires that students pass a proficiency examination in a foreign language, but the level of proficiency is generally equivalent to two years of college course work. The UWM proposed program would ensure a higher level of language competency through four years of required language study. None. Sample Study Plan A Student A comes from high school with no prior foreign language and places into English 101 and Math 105. This student selects the International Politics Emphasis. FRESHMAN YEAR
SOPHOMORE YEAR
JUNIOR YEAR
SENIOR YEAR
Sample Study Plan B Student B comes from high school with four years of foreign language and places into English 101, Spanish 204, and Math level 30. This student selects the Hispanic Language/Culture Emphasis. FRESHMAN YEAR
SOPHOMORE YEAR
JUNIOR YEAR
SENIOR YEAR
Sample Study Plan C Student C comes from high school with three years prior foreign language and places into English 101, German 102, and Math level 3. This student selects the International Business Emphasis. FRESHMAN YEAR
SOPHOMORE YEAR
JUNIOR YEAR
SENIOR YEAR
Requirements Checklist Preparatory Curriculum ____ English Writing Requirement _______________________________________________ ____ Math Requirement ________________________________________________________ ____ Formal Reasoning Requirement _____________________________________________ ____ Seminar Requirement ______________________________________________________ ____ 6 cr Humanities __________________________________________________________ ____ 6 cr Social Sciences _______________________________________________________ ____ 6 cr Natural Sciences ______________________________________________________ ____ 3 cr Arts ________________________________________________________________ ____ 3 cr Cultural Diversity _____________________________________________________ ____ Foreign language through 213_______________________________________________ ____ IntlSt 101 or 193 _________________________________________________________ ____ Econ 103/104 ____________________________________________________________ ____ Econ or Bus Ad 210 _______________________________________________________ ____ Pol Sci 106, 175 or Sociol 103 ______________________________________________ ____ Commun 101, 103, or 105 __________________________________________________ ____ Bus Ad 100 _____________________________________________________________ ____ IntlSt 260 _______________________________________________________________ To formally declare this degree program, GPA of 2.50 required in the following courses:
Core Courses ____ Bus Ad 330 _____________________________________________________________ ____ Commun 350 ____________________________________________________________ ____ Econ 396 _______________________________________________________________ ____ Foreign language above 213, 3 courses ________________________________________ ____ 2 courses in anthro/culture/geog/hist/pol/soc of 1 country _________________________ ____ 1 course 300 and up comparative/cross-regional analysis __________________________
GPA of 2.75 required on combination of Core and Emphasis courses; GPA of 2.50 required on all courses counting toward the BAGS degree. Return to the Minutes
That the proposal for a capstone requirement for all majors in the Department of French, Italian, and Comparative Literature be approved effective Semester I, 1999-2000. All majors must complete a capstone experience in their senior year. To fulfill this requirement students, in consultation with their departmental advisors, may elect any one of the following: The new L&S degree requirements approved for implementation in 1998-1999 included the requirement of a capstone experience in each student's major. The Department of French, Italian, and Comparative Literature wishes to offer several capstone experience options. Each of the options involves applying theory and principles from across a student's undergraduate major to a focused learning experience. The student's departmental advisor will assist the student in selecting the option most appropriate for that student. (See attached for revised Bulletin copy.) 2/18/99 REVISED UNDERGRADUATE BULLETIN COPY Course of Study: French Major ...All majors are required to pass an advanced language proficiency examination , which they are advised to take during the semester in which they complete 18 credits in the major. All majors must complete a capstone experience in their senior year. To fulfill this requirement students, in consultation with their departmental advisors, may elect any one of the following:
Course of Study: Italian Major ...To be accepted and to continue as majors, they must maintain at least a 2.50 GPA in Italian courses. The department offers two Italian options. Both options require that students complete a capstone experience in their senior year. To fulfill this requirement students, in consultation with their departmental advisors, may elect any one of the following:
Course of Study: Comparative Literature Major ...Prospective majors should apply before the end of their sophomore year to the coordinator for comparative literature for department approval as a major and for assignment of an advisor in the comparative literature program. The department offers two Comparative Literature options. Both options require that students complete a capstone experience in their senior year. To fulfill this requirement, students, in consultation with their departmental advisors, may elect any one of the following:
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