However you like it, UW-Whitewater at Rock County has classes and degree paths to help you discover your passions and meet your career goals. Here, you'll find professors dedicated to teaching, and course options that fit your life.
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The Department of Integrated Studies at UW-Whitewater at Rock County offers classes in the following subject areas:
Click here for a list of all courses offered in the College of Integrated Studies.
The Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences(BAAS) degree is for students who hold an applied associate degree and want to take the next step in furthering their education. With an associate degree, students transfer in at least 60 "applied" credits, entering the program with "junior" status. Students then complete the following coursework to earn the BAAS degree with a minimum of 120 credits.
Why choose a BAAS at UW-Whitewater at Rock County?
Admissions Requirement - 60 credits
Applied Associate Degree (may need to complete additional general education requirements)
BAAS Degree Requirements
Integrative Learning (High Impact Practice) - 10 credits
Cognitive Skills - 9 credits
Writing
Communication
Ethics
Knowlege of Hman Cultures and the Natural World - 12 credits
Emphases - 12-18 credits
Electives- As needed to fulfill degree requirement
Associate of Arts and Sciences (AAS) degree
These guidelines are for students enrolled in classes before the fall 2020 semester.
The Associate of Arts and Sciences (AAS) degree is the foundation for many college majors and for the bachelor's degree. The AAS degree provides a two-year, general education liberal arts-based academic program with training in the fine arts and humanities, mathematical and natural sciences, and social sciences.
The AAS degree is a foundation for many majors in the University of Wisconsin System and is generally accepted by other University of Wisconsin System institutions as fulfilling the university-wide general education breadth requirements. Students may earn the Associate of Arts and Sciences Degree with Emphasis.
About the Degree
The degree requires that core requirements in writing and mathematics be completed as well as a distribution of credits in breadth of knowledge categories.The breadth categories in the degree are defined as follows:
Fine Arts and Humanities
Students must acquire knowledge of ideas, beliefs, and abiding concerns pertaining to the human condition as represented in literature, philosophy and cultural history. They must acquire a level of aesthetic appreciation of the human imagination as expressed in the fine arts, and appreciation of the impact of the arts upon the quality and character of human life.
Mathematical and Natural Sciences
Students must know of the nature and workings of the physical universe. They must understand the scientific method, the functions of numerical data and the solving of problems through mathematical and statistical computations, as well as the application of the scientific method in laboratory and experimental work. For this, an appropriate level of computer literacy is required. Students must also be aware of environmental conditions and challenges, the interrelationships of life forms and ecosystems, and the impact of human activities upon natural environments.
Social Sciences
Students must understand the nature and dynamics of human social systems and how and why people organize their lives and resources. In doing so, students will learn about both their own and diverse cultures to acquire a historical perspective on long-term characteristics and consequences of social change and an informed understanding of the variety of human conditions and the interrelationships of nations, regions, peoples and individuals.
Application and Performance
Students must demonstrate an understanding of concepts, theory and knowledge through the application of their skills and understanding to specific problems and activities.
Ethnic Studies
Students must become aware of and sensitive to diversity issues and problems. Courses fulfilling this requirement will have a substantial emphasis on cultural diversity within the United States and examine these issues from at least one of the following perspectives: African American, Hispanic/Latino, Asian American, and American Indian topics.
Interdisciplinary Studies
Students must acquire an appreciation for the multiple dimensions of any given subject by applying the content, methods and assumptions of two or more disciplines. Students will learn to integrate knowledge from across the curriculum. A course is an interdisciplinary studies course if instructors from two or more disciplines teach the course.
Associate of Arts and Sciences (AAS) degree
These guidelines will begin fall 2020 for new freshman and transfer students.
The Associate of Arts and Sciences (AAS) degree is the foundation for many college majors and for the bachelor's degree. The AAS degree provides a two-year, general education liberal arts-based academic program with training in the fine arts and humanities, mathematical and natural sciences, and social sciences.
The AAS degree is a foundation for many majors in the University of Wisconsin System and is generally accepted by other University of Wisconsin System institutions as fulfilling the university-wide general education breadth requirements. Students may earn the Associate of Arts and Sciences Degree with Emphasis.
About the Degree
The degree requires that core requirements in writing and mathematics be completed as well as a distribution of credits in breadth of knowledge categories.The breadth categories in the degree are defined as follows:
General Education Breadth Requirements
A student must complete general education coursework in a variety of different disciplines based on breadth categories established by the University of Wisconsin System Shared Learning Goals. A student must complete coursework in six different breadth categories. Each course is limited to only one breadth category.
Depth Requirement (DR)
The UW System Associate Degree Standards require each student to complete “a two-course sequence in which the first course provides the foundation for the second.” A student fulfills this requirement by taking a disciplinary depth sequence.
Quantitative Literacy (QL)
A student must complete a minimum of three credits of quantitative literacy (QL) coursework. A qualifying course focuses on college-level algebraic reasoning, probability, and/or statistics and has Math 105 as a prerequisite.
Laboratory Science (LS)
A student must complete at least one laboratory science course. In laboratory science courses, a student engages in empirical study of the natural world to enhance learning.
Ethnic studies (ES)
A student must take one ethnic studies course. These classes have a substantial emphasis on cultural diversity issues and ethnic minorities within the United States. Ethnic Studies courses aim to foster appreciation of the attitudes and relationships, and interactions of, specific populations in American Culture.
High Impact Practices Requirement (HIP)
A High Impact Practice course focuses learning that increases a student’s social and intellectual engagement in higher education. These active learning courses challenge students to engage in higher order thinking, including analysis, synthesis, evaluation, application, and/or creation of original work. Courses meeting the High Impact Practice requirement include the following:
Elective CoursesIn addition to completing general education requirements, a student takes elective courses to fulfill the required minimum 60 degree credits for an associate degree. Elective courses often lead to an emphasis, a baccalaureate major or minor, or other degree requirements related to a student’s educational goals.
Outline of Degree Requirements:
Collaborative Degree Programs
Students enrolled at UWW Rock County may complete an online associate or bachelor's degree through one of the following Collaborative Degree Programs:
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TRIO is a federally funded program that provides academic, personal and career assistance to its participants as they complete their college education.
At UW-Whitewater's Rock County campus, TRIO has been empowering students since 1980, and hundreds have gone on to earn their four-year degree at schools around the state and nation. Students in the TRIO program not only get their degree, they do it with honors. TRIO students are well-represented on the Dean's List and among campus scholarship winners.
Staff
TRIO staff includes professionals who individually assess each student's performance and provide an appropriate level of tutoring or advising. TRIO seeks to provide a supportive environment while nurturing the academic and personal growth of each student.
Resources
As an eligible student, you can take advantage of the resources TRIO has to offer:
Record of Success
Every year, TRIO serves 150 students who set their sights on success in and out of the classroom. TRIO students at UW-Whitewater at Rock County have gone on to make contributions to the community as teachers, attorneys, journalists, small business owners and leaders in many other fields.
Eligibility
TRIO aims to provide equal educational opportunities for all eligible students. You are eligible if you meet one or more of the following criteria:
If you are interested in becoming a member of TRIO, call 608-758-6535 or email uwwrockinfo@uww.edu. Applications for TRIO can be found here. Completed applications may be submitted to Julie Janiak, Director of TRIO Student Support Services, at janiakj@uww.edu or may be mailed to : TRIO Office | UWW Rock County | 2909 Kellogg Ave. | Janesville, WI 53546
The Learning Support Center (LSC) provides free tutoring for all UWW Rock County students in math, writing and other academic subjects. Call 608-758-6535 or email triostwk@uww.edu to schedule an appointment. The LSC is located in Andrews Hall, lower level, and is open Monday through Thursday, 9am – 2pm. Because of COVID-19 restrictions, tutoring will be online via Webex or Zoom, although tutors may also be available to meet in-person by special request.
Academic advising is a very important part of your college experience at UWW Rock County. Advisors are available to assist you in developing educational plans that are compatible with your life goals. The ultimate responsibility for making decisions about your educational plans rests directly with you, but your academic advisor can help!
Your academic advisor helps you to:
New freshmen meet with an advisor from the Solution Center prior to the start of their first semester as part of our freshmen orientation program. As the first semester begins, new students can meet with an advisor whenever the need arises.
Advising for Transfer/Re-entry Students
Returning adult students most likely will meet an advisor prior to the start of first semester and throughout your attendance at UWW Rock County.In addition to working individually with an advisor, the university provides a number of other resources to assist students in the academic and career exploration process.
Advising Appointments
To make an appointment with an academic advisor, contact the Solution Center by calling 608-758-6541 during regular business hours, sending an e-mail to uwwrockinfo@uww.edu, or stopping by the Solution Center in Hyatt Smith Hall during regular business hours.
Online Advising Resources
To further explore majors and careers, check out these helpful Web sites:
Visit the UW-Whitewater Registrar webpage for official and archived information about admission, registration, financial aid, academic regulations, course descriptions and more.
Please see the Policies section for information about academic policies including class attendance, grade appeals, and academic integrity and misconduct.
The Continuing Education Department at UWW Rock County can provide test proctoring for students taking exams in online courses. Students may set up proctoring appointments by visiting the Continuing Education test proctoring site. If you have any questions or would like further information regarding test proctoring please contact Molly Cook, Program Manager of Continuing Education, at CookMJ24@uww.edu or 608-898-5022.
The UWW Rock County Bookstore is your source for textbooks and a variety of other merchandise from items with the UWW Rock County or Warhawks logos to art supplies, school supplies, convenience items and more. Visit the bookstore website to learn more.