Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the BA degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate knowledge of key concepts and ideas in the field of Anthropology.
• Generate a well-composed Anthropological research paper, complete with a well-defined research question, inclusion and synthesis of relevant data, and the ability to generate and argue original findings.
• Demonstrate the ability to learn and apply research methods appropriate to their subfield specialization.

Upon completion of the MA degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate core knowledge about their field of specialization. Upon completion of their degree, students are expected to be able to show this knowledge and expertise in writing and in professional conversations.
• Apply the appropriate methods to their research and apply them effectively to their data.
• Demonstrate an ability to write effectively and in a scholarly way about material in Anthropology outside their core area of expertise.
• Use written and oral communication in an effective and scholarly way.
• Complete original research for the Master’s thesis and to demonstrate rigorous scholarship that makes a contribution to the field.

Upon completion of the PhD degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate core knowledge about their field of specialization. Upon completion of their degree, students are expected to be able to show this knowledge and expertise in writing and in professional conversations.
• Apply the appropriate methods to their research and apply them effectively to their data.
• Demonstrate adequate teaching experience.  Students involved with teaching as a Graduate Assistant, online instructor, or stand alone instructor will demonstrate competency in the areas of student interaction, grading, professionalism, delivery of materials, and knowledge of content.
• Use written and oral communication in an effective and scholarly way.
• Complete original research for the Master’s thesis and to demonstrate rigorous scholarship that makes a contribution to the field.

Upon completion of the MA degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate core knowledge about their field of specialization. Upon completion of their degree, students are expected to be able to show this knowledge and expertise in writing and in professional conversations.
• Apply the appropriate methods to their research and apply them effectively to their data.
• Use written and oral communication in an effective and scholarly way.
• Complete original research for the Master’s thesis and to demonstrate rigorous scholarship that makes a contribution to the field.

Graduate students completing the MA/Ph.D. in economics will demonstrate understanding and application of basic research methods in economics, including research design, economic analysis, and interpretation. Specifically, students will be able to:

• Describe the basic characteristics of the science of economics.
• Explain different research methods used by economists.
• Evaluate the appropriateness of conclusions derived from economics research.
• Generalize research conclusions appropriately based on the parameters of particular research methods.
• Develop the ability to undertake professional quality research suitable for publication in academic journals and books.

Graduate students completing the graduate certificate degree students will be able to:

• Has expertise and knowledge of program evaluation including definitions, uses, purposes, and options.
• Design a methodologically-appropriate program evaluation.
• Develop the professional skills necessary to consult on and execute strong program evaluations including communication, flexibility, creativity, and appropriate evaluation scoping in the "real world" context.

Upon completion of the BA degree program, students should be able to:

• Write an insightful critical essay or substantial research paper in the target language.
• Demonstrate adequate oral proficiency in the target language.

Upon completion of the graduate certificate degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate advanced knowledge of the theory, methodology, and ethical and legal dimensions of archival studies.
• Demonstrate critical thinking and decision-making skills concerning archival records, archival literacy, use of archival resources, and protecting cultural heritage.
• Apply the skills and knowledge of archival practice to manage and preserve physical and digital documents and objects, and create and organize records.
• Use cultural competency to interact appropriately with people with diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and identities in regard to archival objects and collections.

Upon completion of the BA degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate mastery of physics/astrophysics concepts and problem solving in core physics/astrophysics areas, with allowance to develop other interests. Principally, students should have a knowledge of, and be able to apply, the basic laws of physics to solve problems. They should be able to represent physics concepts in multiple ways, and to be able to recognize and apply physical concepts in a range of contexts. Secondary goals include the ability to solve multidisciplinary problems, and the ability to apply basic concepts to modern technology.
• Demonstrate scientific and technical skills. These skills are divided into two categories. The first involves the ability to formulate a problem, solve it, and relate the results to the original problem. The second involves the ability to the tools of the trade to solve problems. These include one or more of the following: instrumentation competency, software competency, coding competency, data analysis competency (including statistical analysis of the results), and mathematical competency.
• Successfully communicate in both spoken and written form. The most important are the ability to communicate with different audiences, and communicate effectively in writing. They should also be able to organize and communicate ideas. Students should also be able articulate their own state of understanding. Of secondary importance is the ability to obtain relevant information, and to teach a complex idea.

Upon completion of the BS degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate mastery of physics/astrophysics concepts and problem solving in core physics/astrophysics areas at a level to be successful in graduate school in astrophysics. Principally, students should have a knowledge of, and be able to apply, the basic laws of physics to solve problems. They should be able to represent physics concepts in multiple ways, and to be able to recognize and apply physical concepts in a range of contexts. Secondary goals include the ability to solve multidisciplinary problems, and the ability to apply basic concepts to modern technology.
• Demonstrate a portfolio of scientific and technical skills. These skills are divided into two categories. The first involves the ability to formulate a problem, solve it, and relate the results to the original problem. The second involves the ability to the tools of the trade to solve problems. These include one or more of the following: instrumentation competency, software competency, coding competency, data analysis competency (including statistical analysis of the results), and mathematical competency.
• Successfully communicate in both spoken and written form. The most important competencies are the ability to communicate with different audiences, and communicate effectively in writing. They should also be able to organize and communicate ideas. Students should also be able articulate their own state of understanding. Of secondary importance is the abilities be able to obtain relevant information, and to teach a complex idea.

Upon completion of the MS degree program, students should be able to:

• Be competent at analyzing a wide array of physics and astrophysics problems using standard techniques without needing to access external resources. Very few students are admitted to a terminal MS program; most Ph.D. students obtain an MS enroute to a Ph.D., or if they fail to complete the program, leave with an MS.
• Interpret and present original research topics, both orally and in writing.

Upon completion of the PhD degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate mastery of astrophysics concepts and problem solving in core physics/astrophysics areas at a graduate school level.  Principally, students should have a knowledge of, and be able to apply, the basic laws of physics to solve problems. They should be able to represent physics concepts in multiple ways, and to be able to recognize and apply physical concepts in astrophysical contexts. 
• Demonstrate a portfolio of scientific and technical skills. These skills are divided into two categories. The first involves the ability to formulate a problem, solve it, and relate the results to the original problem. The second involves the ability to the tools of the trade to solve problems. These include one or more of the following: software competency, coding competency, and data analysis competency (including statistical analysis of the results).
• Successfully communicate in both spoken and written form. These skills are divided into two categories.  First, they should be able to organize and communicate ideas, communicate with different audiences, and articulate their own state of understanding.  Second, they should be able to use astronomical literature to research the background and current knowledge of an idea.

Upon completion of the BS degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of biochemical principles. Specifically, students should be able to:
  • Demonstrate knowledge of biochemical energetics.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of the chemical basis for the flow of information in biological systems.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of the organization and regulation of major biochemical pathways including the structure-and-function relationships among molecular and macromolecular participants in such pathways.
• Demonstrate proficiency in safely planning, executing, and analyzing biochemical experiments, including the use of computers for modeling and quantitative analysis of data. Specifically, students should be able to:
  • Exemplify safe practices by consistently adhering to safety standards (e.g., wearing safety goggles while in the laboratory) and by routinely following proper disposal guidelines.
  • lan and execute the necessary experimental procedures to attain a desired outcome in a laboratory setting (e.g., be able to determine the concentration of a sample using a spectrophotometer, or, be able to pour, load, run, and analyze an SDS-PAGE experiment).
  • Demonstrate the proper use of computer-aided analysis by selecting the best available program (e.g., BLAST, ProtParam, UCSF Chimera) and choosing the most appropriate model and fitting method (e.g., nonlinear fitting with the Solver algorithm when a nonlinear model is the “best” model).
• Demonstrate proficiency in communicating the results of biochemical investigations. Specifically, students should be able to:
  • Provide an introduction and overview of the reported work that is appropriate for the intended audience.
  • Describe with the appropriate level of detail the materials used and the methods that were followed.
  • Report the results that were obtained in an appropriate manner and construct appropriate tables and figures to aid in the reporting of the results.
  • Discuss the relevance of the results that were obtained and interpret the results in the context of the field in which the experimental work has relevance.

Upon completion of the BS degree program, students should demonstrate:

• Content mastery in the area of Cellular Biology.
• Content mastery in the area of Ecology. 
• Content mastery in the area of Genetics.
• Content mastery in the area of Animal Physiology.
• Content mastery in the area of Evolution.

Upon completion of the MS degree program, students should demonstrate:

• Knowledge at an intermediate to advanced level in their chosen sub-field of biological sciences.
• Potential for independent research in their chosen area of specialization, including the ability to propose hypotheses, gather data to test hypotheses, and appropriately interpret data. 
• Possess the skills necessary for effective teaching at the undergraduate level.

Upon completion of the PhD degree program, students should demonstrate:

• Knowledge at an advanced level in broadly defined areas of biological sciences.
• Capacity for significant independent research in their chosen areas of specialization, including the ability to propose hypotheses, gather data to test hypotheses, and appropriately interpret data.
• Possess the skills necessary for effective teaching at the undergraduate level.

Students who complete the bachelors of public health degree are expected to:

• Demonstrate skills and knowledge in the core areas of public health, and be able to synthesize and apply these concepts to modern health issues.
• Demonstrate the ability to communicate and interpret data and statistics.
• Demonstrate both written and oral communication skills.

Upon completion of the PhD degree program, students should be able to:

• Develop a broad knowledge of the neurobiology of normal animal behavior, from ethological and psychological approaches through cellular and molecular approaches. 
• Develop the ability to conduct independent research in cellular and behavioral neurobiology, including the ability to propose hypotheses, gather data to test hypotheses, and appropriately interpret data.
• Develop the ability to teach undergraduates effectively.

Upon completion of the PhD degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate mastery of the literature in their area of study
• Demonstrate mastery of the research methods in their area of study
• Demonstrate mastery of conducting independent research
• Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of discipline-specific theory, methods, and literature

Upon completion of the BS dgree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of chemical principles that relate to biology. Specifically, students should be able to:
  • Demonstrate knowledge of the chemical principles that govern energy transformations in biology.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of the chemical basis for the flow of information in biological systems.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of the structure-and-function relationships that function in, and help to regulate, essential biochemical pathways.
• Demonstrate proficiency in safely planning, executing, and analyzing chemical bioscience-related experiments, including the use of computers for modeling and quantitative analysis of data. Specifically, students should be able to:
  • Exemplify safe practices by consistently adhering to safety standards (e.g., wearing safety goggles while in the laboratory) and by routinely following proper disposal guidelines.
  • Plan and execute the necessary experimental procedures to attain a desired outcome in a laboratory setting (e.g., be able to determine the concentration of a sample using a spectrophotometer, or, be able to pour, load, run, and analyze an SDS-PAGE experiment).
  • Demonstrate the proper use of computer-aided analysis by selecting the best available program (e.g., BLAST, ProtParam, UCSF Chimera) and choosing the most appropriate model and fitting method (e.g., nonlinear fitting with the Solver algorithm when a nonlinear model is the “best” model).
• Demonstrate proficiency in communicating the results of chemical bioscience investigations. Specifically, students should be able to:
  • Provide an introduction and overview of the reported work that is appropriate for the intended audience.
  • Describe with the appropriate level of detail the materials used and the methods that were followed.
  • Report the results that were obtained in an appropriate manner and construct appropriate tables and figures to aid in the reporting of the results.
  • Discuss the relevance of the results that were obtained and interpret the results in the context of the field in which the experimental work has relevance.

Upon completion of the BS degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of chemical principles that underlie the inner-workings of the natural world. Specifically, students should be able to:
  • Demonstrate knowledge of the chemical principles that are involved in intramolecular and intermolecular interactions.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of the particulate nature of matter including the structure-and-function relationships that underlie chemical phenomena.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of the energetics that govern transformations of matter in the natural world.
• Students will demonstrate proficiency in safely planning, executing, and analyzing chemical experiments, including the use of computers for modeling and quantitative analysis of data.  Specifically, students should be able to:
  • Exemplify safe practices by consistently adhering to safety standards (e.g., wearing safety goggles while in the laboratory) and by routinely following proper disposal guidelines.
  • Plan and execute the necessary experimental procedures to address a chemical question in a laboratory setting (e.g., be able to determine the concentration of a sample using a spectrophotometer, or, be able to plan and execute the synthesis of a molecule of interest).
  • Demonstrate the proper use of computer-aided analysis by selecting the best available program (e.g., ChemDraw, WebMO) and choosing the most appropriate model and fitting method (e.g., nonlinear fitting with the Solver algorithm when a nonlinear model is the “best” model).
• Students will demonstrate proficiency in communicating the results of chemistry-related investigations.  Specifically, students should be able to:
  
  • Provide an introduction and overview of the reported work that is appropriate for the intended audience.
  • Describe with the appropriate level of detail the materials used and the methods that were followed.
  • Report the results that were obtained in an appropriate manner and construct appropriate tables and figures to aid in the reporting of the results.
  • Discuss the relevance of the results that were obtained and interpret the results in the context of the field in which the experimental work has relevance.

Upon completion of the BS degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of chemical principles that underlie the inner-workings of the natural world. Specifically, students should be able to:
  • Demonstrate knowledge of the composition of matter, especially the particulate nature of matter.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of the chemical principles that are involved in intramolecular and intermolecular interactions.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of the thermodynamical principles that govern chemical transformations in the natural world.
• Demonstrate proficiency in safely planning, executing, and analyzing chemical and biochemical experiments, including the use of computers for modeling and quantitative analysis of data. Specifically, students should be able to:
  • Exemplify safe practices by consistently adhering to safety standards (e.g., wearing safety goggles while in the laboratory) and by routinely following proper disposal guidelines.
  • Plan and execute the necessary experimental procedures to attain a desired outcome in a laboratory setting (e.g., be able to determine the concentration of a sample using a spectrophotometer, or, be able to experimentally determine parameters such as pKa of a molecule of interest).
  • Demonstrate the proper use of computer-aided analysis by selecting the best available program (e.g., ChemDraw, WebMO) and choosing the most appropriate model and fitting method (e.g., nonlinear fitting with the Solver algorithm when a nonlinear model is the “best” model).
• Demonstrate proficiency in communicating the results of chemistry- and biochemistry-related investigations. Specifically, students should be able to:
  • Provide an introduction and overview of the reported work that is appropriate for the intended audience.
  • Describe with the appropriate level of detail the materials used and the methods that were followed.
  • Report the results that were obtained in an appropriate manner and construct appropriate tables and figures to aid in the reporting of the results.
  • Discuss the relevance of the results that were obtained and interpret the results in the context of the field in which the experimental work has relevance.

Upon completion of the MS degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate the ability to conduct independent literature research and to produce scientific writings in an area relating to chemistry and/or biochemistry. They will also acquire sufficient knowledge in specific research areas within the department by enrolling in a series of courses.
• Demonstrate the ability to communicate results of scientific research activities.
• Demonstrate the ability to communicate results of scientific research activities to a group of peer students and faculty.
• Demonstrate the ability to conduct independent laboratory research in an area relating to chemistry and/or biochemistry.

Upon completion of the MS degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate the ability to conduct independent literature research and to produce scientific writings in an area relating to chemistry and/or biochemistry.
• Acquire sufficient knowledge in specific research areas within the department by enrolling in a series of courses.
• Demonstrate the ability to communicate results of scientific research activities to a group of peer students and faculty.

Upon completion of the PhD degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate the ability to conduct independent literature research and to produce appropriate scientific writings in an area relating to chemistry and/or biochemistry.
• Demonstrate the ability to conduct independent laboratory research in an area relating to chemistry and/or biochemistry.
• Demonstrate the ability to propose new research directions in an area relating to chemistry and/or biochemistry.
• Demonstrate the ability to communicate research results to the scientific community.

Upon completion of the BA degree program, students should be able to:

• Write an insightful critical essay or substantial research paper in the target language.
• Demonstrate adequate oral proficiency in the target language.

Upon completion of the BA degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate knowledge of the grammar and syntax of the Greek and Latin languages.
  They are expected to:
  • Identify grammar.
  • Practice comprehension.
  • Critically analyze passages of literature.
• Exhibit research skills by collecting, identifying, and analyzing primary and secondary sources concerning the history, cultures, and languages of the ancient Greco-Roman world.
• Demonstrate introductory knowledge of the vocabulary and grammar of the Latin language.
• Demonstrate advanced reading comprehension and knowledge of the syntax, grammar, and vocabulary of the Latin or Greek language.
• Communication of ideas in content area is conveyed through the use of precise language and the application of structured thoughts in an an academic format.

Upon completion of the BA degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate knowledge of the grammar and syntax of the Greek and Latin languages.
  They are expected to:
  • Identify grammar.
  • Practice comprehension.
  • Critically analyze passages of literature.
• Students exhibit research skills by collecting, identifying, and analyzing primary and secondary sources concerning the history, cultures, and languages of the ancient Greco-Roman world.
• Demonstrate introductory translation skills and a knowledge of basic vocabulary and grammar of the Latin or Greek language.
• Demonstrate advanced reading comprehension and knowledge of the syntax, grammar, and vocabulary of the Latin or Greek language.  
• Demonstrate introductory knowledge of the vocabulary of the Latin language.
• Communication of ideas in content area is conveyed through the use of precise language and the application of structured thoughts in an an academic format.
• Students display a depth of knowledge in the broad field of classical antiquity through a critical analysis of research material, utilization of relevant terminology, and ability to trace a concatenation of various ideas throughout the field. This knowledge is often exhibited by the ability to trace major historical events, identify powerful political, military, and religious figures, understand cultural concepts, and recognize the importance of literature and other artistic forms.
• Demonstrate broad knowledge of the history of the ancient Greco-Roman world.

Upon completion of the BA degree program, students should be able to:

• Have basic knowledge of the areas of the discipline, the history of the discipline, key concepts, principles, scholars, major theories, and theoretical paradigms. Graduating seniors should be able to exhibit basic communication knowledge and skills by organizing and writing critical analyses and research papers. Graduating seniors should be able to read reports of communication research with understanding and be able to employ basic strategies and resources for locating reports and summaries of research on communication phenomena.
• Have basic knowledge of statistics and research design as employed in the communication discipline.
• Exhibit basic oral communication skills through public speaking in both formal and informal settings.

Upon completion of the MA degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate general knowledge of communication theory.
• Demonstrate focused knowledge of their specific area of emphasis in communication.
• Demonstrate knowledge of communication research methodologies. 

Upon completion of the PhD degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate a depth of knowledge of communication theory. 
• Demonstrate focused knowledge of their specific area of emphasis in communication.
• Demonstrate knowledge of communication research methodologies by producing original research. 

Students who complete the bachelor of arts in community health degree will:

• Demonstrate the ability to communicate and interpret data and statistics.
  
• Demonstrate skills and knowledge in the core areas of public health, and be able to synthesize and apply these concepts to modern health issues.
  
• Demonstrate both written and oral communication skills.
  
• Demonstrate their ability to apply evidence-based practices from primary sources in public health to current public health concerns.

Students who complete the bachelor of arts in community health degree will:

• Demonstrate the ability to communicate and interpret data and statistics.
  
• Demonstrate skills and knowledge in the core areas of public health, and be able to synthesize and apply these concepts to modern health issues.
  
• Demonstrate both written and oral communication skills.
  
• Demonstrate their ability to apply evidence-based practices from primary sources in public health to current public health concerns.

Upon completion of the PhD degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate mastery of the literature in their area of study
• Demonstrate mastery of the research methods in their area of study
• Demonstrate mastery of conducting independent research
• Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of discipline-specific theory, methods, and literature

Students who complete the MS degree will:

• Conduct academic research with a level of competence that exhibits mastery of academic writing and interdisciplinary research; advancing interdisciplinary research and analysis skills.
  a) Create and support arguments using research using information from within multiple disciplines.
  b) Access, analyze, and synthesize interdisciplinary information and ideas to identify underlying assumptions and formulate conclusions.
  c) Communicate accurately and clearly in writing scholarly interdisciplinary approach to criminal justice
• Implement professional standards of ethical responsibility that involve respect for diverse cultures, multicultural understanding and awareness, ethical social and civic responsibility, and principled decision making for criminal justice professionals.
• Critically analyze research in the field of Criminal Justice as consumers and producers of quality research.
• Analyze and apply the theoretical foundations of criminal justice, criminal justice policy development in the United States, and ethical decision-making in criminal justice.
• Specialize in of the following areas of knowledge within the field of Criminal Justice with a goal of being able to analyze and propose solutions to existing issues:
  • Corrections Management,
  • Restorative Justice Administration,
  • Leadership,
  • Or a specialized field of study chosen in conjunction with a departmental advisor.

Upon completion of the certificate program, students should be able to:

• Understand various abuse and addiction theories, diagnosis and treatment of addictions and apply to their clinical skills.
  
• Identify substance use disorders and their effect on individuals, families and communities as well as understand theoretical approaches to counseling families and family members affected by substance use disorders.
  
• Use their knowledge of drugs of abuse and interaction with mental health disorders and understanding of psychopharmacological interventions to treat substance use disorders.
  
• Use their understanding of cooccurring disorders and addiction theory to provide  counseling to substance use and dually diagnosed clients.
  
• Identify family counseling treatment approaches to substance abuse and addiction.

Upon completion of the certificate program, students should be able to:

• Understand various abuse and addiction theories, diagnosis and treatment of addictions and apply to their clinical skills.
  
• Identify substance use disorders and their effect on individuals, families and communities as well as understand theoretical approaches to counseling families and family members affected by substance use disorders.
  
• Use their knowledge of drugs of abuse and interaction with mental health disorders and understanding of psychopharmacological interventions to treat substance use disorders.
  
• Use their understanding of cooccurring disorders and addiction theory to provide  counseling to substance use and dually diagnosed clients.
  
• Identify family counseling treatment approaches to substance abuse and addiction.

Upon completion of the certificate program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate skills to collect and process unstructured data to be usable for analysis.
• Demonstrate skills to identify correct analytical tools for a given dataset and analyze the data using those tools, as well as identify models to solve given problems.
• Be able to store, retrieve, and manipulate data, and solve information problem.

Upon completion of the certificate program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate an understanding of the current practices, issues, methods and theories within the digital humanities (DH).
• Think critically, creatively, and contextually about digital humanities and new media and to consider how each can be applied within collaborative cross-disciplinary or inter-disciplinary environments.
• Identify and assess digital humanities related issues and develop appropriate solutions employing a variety of digital tools and software applications.

Upon completion of the PhD degree program, students should be able to demonstrate:

• A broad knowledge of ecology and evolutionary biology appropriate for their research interests and career goals.
• The ability to conduct independent research in ecology and evolutionary biology, including the ability to propose hypotheses, gather data to test hypotheses, and appropriately interpret data. 
• The skills necessary for effective teaching at the undergraduate level.

Upon completion of the BA degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate the ability to create coherent written and oral economic analyses and interpretations.  Specifically, economics seniors will be able to:
  • Describe the basic characteristics of the science of economics.
  • Explain different economic models and apply them to real-world situations.
  • Evaluate the appropriateness of conclusions from research and peers.
  • Identify strengths and weaknesses of a particular argument or policy position.
• Demonstrate the ability to analyze and solve economics problems using a wide variety of tools.  Specifically, economics upper-division students will be able to:
  • Solve economics problems using appropriate mathematical formulas and calculations.
  • Create and interpret graphs and data to solve economics problems.
  • Explain and analyze different economic models and applications in written work.
  • Orally articulate the strengths and weaknesses of a particular argument or policy position in discussion and debate with faculty and peers.

Graduate students completing the Managerial MA degree program through Advanced Programs, will be able to:

• Demonstrate understanding and application of basic research methods in economics, including research design, economic analysis, and interpretation. Specifically, students will be able to describe the basic characteristics of the science of economics.
• Demonstrate understanding and application of basic research methods in economics, including research design, economic analysis, and interpretation. Specifically, students will be able to explain different research methods used by economists.
• Demonstrate understanding and application of basic research methods in economics, including research design, economic analysis, and interpretation.  Specifically, students will be able to:
  • Evaluate the appropriateness of conclusions derived from economics research.
  • Generalize research conclusions appropriately based on the parameters of particular research methods.

Graduate students completing the Managerial MA in Economics through Advanced Programs will be able to:

• Demonstrate understanding and application of basic research methods in economics, including research design, economic analysis, and interpretation.
•  Describe the basic characteristics of the science of economics.
• Demonstrate understanding and application of basic research methods in economics, including research design, economic analysis, and interpretation. 
•  Explain different research methods used by economists.
• demonstrate understanding and application of basic research methods in economics, including research design, economic analysis, and interpretation. Specifically, students will be able to: 
  • Evaluate the appropriateness of conclusions derived from economics research. 
  • Generalize research conclusions appropriately based on the parameters of particular research methods.

Upon completion of the BA degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate in their writing a thorough understanding of context, audience, and purpose that is responsive to the assigned task(s) and focuses all elements of the work.
• Student writing should use appropriate, relevant, and compelling content to illustrate mastery of the subject, conveying the writer's understanding, and shaping the whole work.
• Demonstrate detailed attention to and successful execution of a wide range of conventions particular to a specific discipline and/or writing task(s) including organization, content, presentation, formatting, and stylistic choices.
• Demonstrate skillful use of high-quality, credible, relevant sources to develop ideas that are appropriate for the discipline and genre of the writing.
• Demonstrate graceful language use that skillfully communicates meaning to readers with clarity and fluency, and is virtually error-free.
• Recognize possible implications of the text for contexts, perspectives, or issues beyond the assigned task within the classroom or beyond the author’s explicit message (e.g., might recognize broader issues at play, or might pose challenges to the author’s message and presentation).
• Use their ability to identify texts within and across genres, monitoring and adjusting reading strategies and expectations based on generic nuances of particular texts.
• Evaluate texts for scholarly significance and relevance within and across the various disciplines, evaluating them according to their contributions and consequences.
• Evaluate strategies for relating ideas, text structure, or other textual features in order to build knowledge or insight within and across texts and disciplines.
• Provide evidence of reading by using an appropriate epistemological lens but also of engaging in reading as part of a continuing dialogue within and beyond a discipline or a community of readers.
• able to discuss texts with an independent intellectual and ethical disposition so as to further or maintain disciplinary.

Upon completion of the MA degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate advanced mastery of content within the discipline. Advanced knowledge in their field will allow them to develop original and well-researched critical papers.
• Demonstrate a sophisticated understanding of the theory and practice of teaching writing.

Upon completion of the PhD degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate advanced mastery of content within the discipline and of critical writing skills. 
• Demonstrate mastery of a comprehensive history of literary criticism, the study of a particular movement or related movements in literary criticism; or a study of a particular issue or related issues in literary criticism.
• Demonstrate an advanced understanding of the theory and practice of teaching writing.

Students completing ENST 2813 (the Environmental Studies Cornerstone) will be:

• Familiar with a range of academic approaches to environmental issues across the Natural Sciences, Social Sciences, Humanities, and Applied Disciplines, and will be able to identify a variety of units across the OU Norman campus where environmental work is done.
• Able to design a research project (or arrange for some other high-impact educational experience) in which they articulate a problem of interest, identify and contact a faculty person to supervise the project (or other experience), and develop an appropriate plan.
• Able to develop and present findings from an independent research project (or to complete and reflect meaningfully on a high-impact educational experience) in line with appropriate academic standards.
• Understand how interdisciplinary scholarship is created, and will be able to characterize what makes for successful interdisciplinary intellectual collaboration.
• Able to collaborate successfully on a team effort that integrates relevant sources of knowledge to characterize and respond to a local environmental problem, including sharing in project management, interacting with stakeholders, coordinating research, and contributing to the joint creation and presentation of an appropriate work product.
• Able to plan and carry out collaborative projects that reflect an interdisciplinary approach to environmental issues.

This is a new degree program.  The student learning outcomes are in the process of being articulated.

This is a new degree program.  The student learning outcomes are in the process of being articulated.

Upone completion of this BS degree program students will be able to:

• Identify, formulate, and solve complex environmental problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
• Apply the scientific method to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors.
• Communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
• Recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in ES situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts.
• Function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives.
• Develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.
• Acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.

Upone completion of this BS degree program students will be able to:

• Communicate technical information to an audience of their peers. 
• Demonstrate knowledge of and proficiency in research skills. 
• Demonstrate the ability to identify, analyze, synthesize and present scholarship in their areas of expertise.   
• Demonstrate proficiency in an advanced topic within their chosen subdiscipline.

Upone completion of this PhD degree program students will be able to:

• Effectively communicate technical information to an audience of their peerscipline.
• Demonstrate knowledge of and proficiency in research skills.
• Demonstrate the ability to identify, analyze, synthesize and present scholarship in their areas of expertise.

Upon completion of the MS degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate mastery of the research methods in Exercise Physiology.
• Demonstrate mastery of the literature in their area of study.
• Demonstrate mastery of their discipline by conducting independent research.

Upon completion of the PhD degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate mastery of the research methods in their area of study.
• Demonstrate mastery of the research methods in their area of stud
• Demonstrate mastery of conducting independent research.
• Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of discipline-specific theory, methods, and literature.

Upon completion of the BA degree program, students should be able to:

• Reproduce the basic language of film studies and cite canonical examples from film history to inform their own spectatorial practices. Specifically, students should be able to:
  • Acquire a basic film language vocabulary and successfully apply it in the analysis of a variety of film, television, and other media texts.
  • Become more self-aware, articulate, informed, and enthusiastic participants in visual culture.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of canonical films, film historical events, and film theories.
  • Recognize connections across canonical film and media texts and between canonical texts and contemporary media.
• Demonstrate knowledge and application of film and media theory of 1920 to the present. Specifically, students should be able to demonstrate:
  • Skills in critically reading complex theoretical texts in film and media studies.
  • Knowledge of major film and media theories.
  • The ability to apply film and media theories in analyzing film/media texts  and practices.
• Apply their knowledge of film history and theory to the analysis of specific film movements and national traditions and to express historical and theoretical insights in their creative work. Specifically, students should be able to:
  • Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the specific movement or tradition in film and media history chosen for the capstone course in a given semester.
  • Critically research and analyze aesthetic, sociopolitical, cultural, and historically specific aspects of films and other media works.
  • Synthesize, problematize, and debate arguments using knowledge of film and media theory and history and media production skills acquired from multiple Film and Media Studies courses in relationship to a specific topic.

Upon completion of the BA degree program, students should be able to:

• Write an insightful critical essay or substantial research paper in the target language.
• Demonstrate adequate oral proficiency in the target language.

Upon completion of the MA degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate in-depth knowledge in literature of the French-speaking world in general and in their chosen area of specialization.
• Demonstrate the ability to write an in-depth literary argument reflecting a broad understanding of the scholarly field and an informed perspective on the thesis topic.
• Demonstrate scholarly presentation and communication skills, reflecting an advanced and broad understanding of the discipline and an informed perspective on the thesis topic.

Upon completion of the PhD degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate advanced knowledge in literature of the French-speaking world in general and in their chosen area of specialization.
• Demonstrate the ability to write an advanced literary argument reflecting a broad understanding of the scholarly field and an informed perspective on the dissertation topic.
• Demonstrate scholarly presentation and communication skills, reflecting an advanced and broad understanding of the discipline and an informed perspective on the dissertation topic.

Upon completion of the BA degree program, students should be able to:

• Write an insightful critical essay or substantial research paper in the target language.
• Demonstrate adequate oral proficiency in the target language.

Upon completion of the MA degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate in-depth knowledge in literature of the German-speaking world in general and in their chosen area of specialization.
• Demonstrate scholarly presentation and communication skills, reflecting an advanced and broad understanding of the discipline and an informed perspective on the thesis topic.
• Demonstrate the ability to write an in-depth literary argument reflecting a broad understanding of the scholarly field and an informed perspective on the thesis topic.

Upon completion of the BS degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate an ability to think, read, and write critically.
• Master specified academic and career oriented skills and techniques.
• Demonstrate the necessary knowledge of major principles and concepts in health and exercise science.
  Specifically, students will:
  • Describe major principles from each HES “Core” course.
  • Apply concepts and principles to real-world situations such as exercise prescription, diet choices, etc.
• Demonstrate an ability to think, read, and write critically about major concepts and reach questions in health and exercise science.
  Specifically, students will:
  • Review relevant literature and identify a relevant research topic.
  • Write testable hypotheses and design research methodology.
  • Collect data.
  • Analyze and interpret their research findings.
  • Present findings in written and oral forms.
• Communicate major principles and concepts in oral and written form.

Those pursuing the Helping Skills in Human Relations Graduate Certificate should be able to:

• Demonstrate knowledge of the foundations and principles which form the basis for an interdisciplinary approach to helping. Emphasis is placed on understanding fundamental counseling theories that form the basis for helping practices.
• Demonstrate basic knowledge and skills necessary to function effectively in a helping relationship. 
• Demonstrate oral and written communication skills utilized in various helping professions.
• Understand that counselors and other helping professionals operate under personal and professional codes of ethics. It is critical to develop an understanding of ethics and ethical reasoning, and to know current professional, ethical, and legal issues that confront counselors in a variety of settings.

Upon completion of the MS degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate mastery of the research methods in their area of study.
• Demonstrate mastery of the literature in their area of study.
• Demonstrate mastery of their discipline by conducting independent research.
• Explain historical issues related to his/her area of specialization (hybrid students).
• Explain principles related to the scientific investigation in health and exercise science (hybrid students).
• Explain principles related to his/her individual area of specialization (hybrid students).

Upon completion of the BA degree program, students should be able to:

• Summarize and critically evaluate the arguments of scholarly books and articles.
• Use library and digital research tools to identify and access relevant sources and databases.
• Demonstrate a general understanding of what it means to situate health, disease and disability in social, cultural and historical context.
• Demonstrate the ability to communicate their work to a public audience using some form of media.

Upon completion of the PhD degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate mastery of the literature in their area of study.
• Demonstrate mastery of the research methods in their area of study.
• Demonstrate mastery of conducting independent research.
• Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of discipline-specific theory, methods, and literature.

Upon completion of the MS degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate mastery of the literature in their area of study.
• Demonstrate mastery of the research methods in their area of study.
• Demonstrate mastery of conducting independent research.

Upon completion of the BA degree program, students should be able to:

• Analyze and evaluate primary and secondary research sources in context.
• Demonstrate competence in scholarly historical writing.
• Demonstrate the ability to communicate their work to a public audience using some form of media.

Upon completion of the MA degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate an advanced understanding of the theory and practice of history in their skill in historical writing and research in the history of science, technology, and medicine.
• Demonstrate scholarly written communication skills reflecting an advanced understanding of their master's research specialty area within the larger context of the field as a whole.
• Demonstrate scholarly oral presentation and communication skills, reflecting an advanced understanding of their master's research specialty area within the larger context of the field as a whole.

Upon completion of the PhD degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate an advanced and broadened understanding of the discipline of the history of science, technology and medicine from antiquity to the modern period, and demonstrate an informed perspective on the proposed dissertation research area.
• Demonstrate the ability to write an advanced historical argument reflecting a broad understanding of the scholarly field and an informed perspective on the dissertation topic.
• Demonstrate scholarly presentation and communication skills, reflecting an advanced and broad understanding of the HSTM discipline and an informed perspective on the dissertation topic. 

Upon completion of the BA degree program, students should be able to:

• Evaluate substantive claims about the human past; and construct coherent and sophisticated arguments and interpretations about them within an historical framework that is clear, logical, and convincing.  Overall, students should be able to demonstrate a knowledge of historical methodology and apply it effectively in constructing their capstone papers.
• Analyze and contextualize primary documents and secondary sources carefully and critically. Primary sources (documents, books, written works, records, etc., originating in the historical period being studied) are the building blocks of historical methodology. Students should be able to both interpret primary sources for themselves, and critically assess secondary sources (modern works written by historians to interpret primary sources) or accuracy, interpretive logic, and quality.
• Identify and utilize relevant primary and secondary sources as part of the research process; each student will be capable of constructing a thorough and relevant bibliography for a historical research paper.
• Cite primary and secondary sources in the Chicago Manual of Style format (historians' preferred citation system) consistently and correctly. 
• Conceive, organize and compose a polished research paper from original research in primary and secondary sources on a historical question of the student’s own choosing.  In particular, students will use correct grammar, proof-read papers carefully before submission, and organize their papers clearly and logically with an introduction, main body (divided into subsections), and conclusion.

Upon completion of the MA degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate familiarity with and ability to engage with the relevant literature in the field.
• Demonstrate sufficient knowledge of field content.
• Demonstrate the ability to write clearly and persuasively.
• Demonstrate the ability to express and evaluate ideas and arguments.
• Demonstrate the ability to identify and develop an appropriate thesis topic.
• Demonstrate the appropriate use of primary source material.
• Demonstrate high-level knowledge related to completed MA coursework (including field content and literature in the field), and will demonstrate comprehensive abilities in terms of appropriately identifying and developing a thesis topic, making original arguments, writing clearly and persuasively, and using primary source materials as evidenced in the defense of the thesis.

Upon completion of the PhD degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate mastery of and ability to engage with the relevant literature in the field.
• Demonstrate advanced mastery of field content.
• Demonstrate the ability to identify and develop, at an advanced level, an appropriate dissertation topic that is consistent with the focus of his/her specialization.
• Demonstrated the ability to formulate and express original arguments at the appropriate level.
• Demonstrated the ability to evaluate scholarly ideas and arguments at the appropriate level.
  The committee found the exams as valuable methods to evaluate and assess students’ ability and mastery of the field, literature, and to communicate clearly.

Upon completion of the BA degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate knowledge of the philosophical foundations which form the basis for an interdisciplinary approach to human services education. Emphasis is placed on understanding individual, group, and organizational behaviors.
• Effectively demonstrate the ability to work for the provision of equal opportunities for minority groups and women, and to seek solutions to other community, state, regional, national, and international problems.
• Apply HR principles to real-life situations regarding their role as human relations practitioners in the areas of economic, technological and social development.
• Demonstrate the ability to communicate and advocate as well as master and apply research concepts and skills that may be utilized within work settings such as private, public, or non-profit organizations.
• Demonstrate effective writing and critical thinking skills for undergraduate and graduate, business and professional documents; an emphasis is placed on APA format.

Upon completion of the MHR degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate advanced knowledge of the social and philosophical foundations which form the basis for an interdisciplinary approach to human services education. Emphasis is placed on understanding individual, group, and organizational behaviors.
• Demonstrate an advanced ability to work for the provision of equal opportunities for minority groups and women, and to seek solutions to other community, state, regional, national, and international problems.
• Effectively demonstrate the ability to add to the body of knowledge called “human relations” and, concurrently, assist in delineating the role of human relations practitioners in economic, technological and social development.
• Demonstrate the ability to conduct online searches, evaluate sources, think critically about issues and write various types of student papers, including research papers. A specific emphasis is placed on students learning practices and techniques associated with good academic writing as well as the ability to read and evaluate peer-reviewed journal and/or research articles critically and to grasp their major premises.
• Demonstrate an advanced ability to communicate and advocate as well as master and apply research concepts and skills that may be utilized within work settings such as private, public, or non-profit organizations.

Those pursuing the Human Resource Diversity & Development Graduate Certificate should be able to:

• Demonstrate knowledge of the foundations, principles, and practices which form the basis for an interdisciplinary approach to navigating today's workforce including strategies for designing and implementing programs that attract, develop, and retain workforce talent.
• Demonstrate an ability to work collaboratively and cooperatively to sustain a conducive workforce climate.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the philosophical and ethical perspectives needed to address social justice issues in organizations.

Upon completion of the certificate, students will be able to:

• Demonstrated increased competency in human resource management, be able to think critically about HRM-relevant organizational issues, and be able apply scientific theories and research findings to address organizational challenges.
• Communicate complex ideas orally in different-sized groups as well as publicly.
• Work effectively as a member of diverse teams and groups.
• Demonstrate professionalism in the way they interact with others and present themselves, the field, and organizations which they represent.

Upon completion of the BA degree program, students should be able to:

• Write an insightful critical essay or substantial research paper in the target language.
• Demonstrate adequate oral proficiency in the target language.
• Analyze and understand complex cultural, literary and linguistic systems and communicate at an advanced level in Italian as measured by assessments of reading, writing, and speaking skills administered by section faculty.

Upon completion of the BA degree program, students should be able to:

• Write an insightful critical essay or substantial research paper in the target language.
• Demonstrate adequate oral proficiency in the target language.

Upon completion of the BA degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate knowledge of the grammar and syntax of the Latin language. They are expected to:
  • Identify grammar
  • Practice comprehension
  • Critically analyze passages of literature
• Students demonstrate introductory knowledge of the vocabulary and grammar of the Latin language.
• Students demonstrate advanced reading comprehension and knowledge of the syntax, grammar and vocabulary of the Latin language.
• Communication of ideas in content area is conveyed through the use of precise language and the application of structured thoughts in an an academic format.
• Students will be able to display a depth of knowledge in the broad field of classical antiquity through a critical analysis of research material, utilization of relevant terminology, and ability to trace a concatenation of various ideas throughout the field. This knowledge is often exhibited by the ability to trace major historical events, identify powerful political, military, and religious figures, understand cultural concepts, and recognize the importance of literature and other artistic forms.
• Students will be able to exhibit research skills by collecting, identifying, and analyzing primary and secondary sources concerning the history, cultures, and languages of the ancient Greco-Roman world.

Upon completion of the BA degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate basic knowledge of the grammar and syntax of either ancient Greek or Latin.  They are expected to:
  • Identify grammar
  • Practice comprehension
  • Critically analyze passages of literature
• Students demonstrate critical thinking in a multidisciplinary approach by engaging with primary and secondary texts through the synthesis of ideas in the fields of history, literature, and philosophy.
• Communication of ideas in content area is conveyed through the use of precise language and the application of structured thoughts in an an academic format.
• Students demonstrate introductory knowledge of Greek or Latin vocabulary.
• The application of scholastic thought is displayed through the deliberate analysis of foundational research and traces evolving scholarship through a variety of disciplines.

Upon completion of the BSIST degree program, students should be able to:

• Explain the fundamental theories of information science and articulate the roles of information professionals in the life cycle of information in society.
• Apply current information technologies to create, store, organize, process, disseminate and retrieve information.
• Describe the characteristics of data, and analyze large scale data programmatically using sophisticated data analytic methods, interpret results, and present the results effectively.

Upon completion of the PhD degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate knowledge of theories and other core knowledge in information science. 
• Demonstrate knowledge of various research methodologies and the ability to execute appropriate data analysis to solve problems and answer research questions. 
• Demonstrate mastery of area of specialization.
• Successfully design and complete research that constitutes an original contribution to the field. 

Graduates are able to:

• Explain the fundamental theories of information science and articulate the roles of information professionals in the life cycle of information in society.
• Apply current information technologies to create, store, organize, process, disseminate and retrieve information.
• Describe the characteristics of data, and apply basic data analytics programmatically and interpret results.

Upon completion of the MLIS degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate advanced knowledge of LIS theories, principles, and practices.
• Demonstrate an ability to evaluate, critically analyze, and synthesize information from multiple sources.
• Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skill at the professional level.
• Employ technology to analyze, design, and provide solutions to information problems through appropriate technologies while understanding human-centered design.
• Critically evaluation research and literature in the LIS field; - Demonstrate application of quantitative and qualitative research methods to systematic inquiry in LIS.
• Use cultural competency to interact appropriately with people with diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and identities.

Upon completion of the PhD degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate knowledge of theories and other core knowledge in information science.
• Demonstrate knowledge of various research methodologies and the ability to execute appropriate data analysis to solve problems and answer research questions.
• Demonstrate mastery of area of specialization.

Upon completion of the Linguists BA degree program, students should be able to:

• Know how to recognize and identify all human speech sounds cataloged in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
• Write a well-structured research report, the Senior Essay that demonstrates a strong thesis, good argumentation, and adequate use of linguistic literature. This research entails formulation of the problem, selection of appropriate methodology, review of pertinent literature, analysis, conclusion, and annotated bibliography.
• Recognize, analyze, and model constituency and hierarchical structure in human language.
• Perform broad and narrow transcription for twenty English words, demonstrating knowledge of narrow transcription practices.
• Recognize, analyze, and model movement structures in human language.

This is a new degree program.  The student learning outcomes are in the process of being articulated.

Upon completion of the BA degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate mastery of the basic operational tools and manipulative skills of mathematics.
• Analyze and construct rigorous mathematical proofs.
• Demonstrate proficiency in communicating in writing the results of a mathematical investigation. In particular, students should be able to:
  • Provide a clear introductory overview of their work.
  • Describe coherently the details of the work.
  • Place the results described in a larger mathematical context.

Upon completion of the BS degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate mastery of the basic operational tools and manipulative skills of mathematics.
• Demonstrate proficiency in communicating in writing the results of a mathematical investigation. In particular, students should be able to:
  • Provide a clear overview of their work.
  • Describe coherently the details of the work.
  • Place the results described in a larger mathematical context.
• Demonstrate proficiency in analyzing and constructing mathematical proofs.
• Demonstrate knowledge of and facility with some of the core notions and axiomatic systems of modern abstract mathematics.

Upon completion of the MA degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate solid mastery of the core areas of mathematics.
• Demonstrate a solid working knowledge of how to approach mathematical problems. This includes demonstrating some amount of creativity ("having ideas") when asked to tackle less routine problems.
• Demonstrate the ability to analyze the overall structure and the details of a mathematical argument.

Upon completion of the MS degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate proficiency in and knowledge of the methods and tools of abstract mathematics, including analysis and higher algebra.   Students will be able to construct, evaluate, and communicate rigorous logical arguments and demonstrations.
• Demonstrate the ability to create and use mathematical models for describing and analyzing systems in the physical or social sciences.
• Demonstrate proficiency in statistics or numerical analysis.

Upon completion of the PhD degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate a thorough knowledge at the graduate level of three broad core areas of mathematics: Algebra, Analysis, and Topology.
• Demonstrate more specialized, deeper knowledge of selected areas of
  mathematics and the ability to conduct mathematical research in a specialized area.
• Demonstrate the skills needed to study and analyze rigorous mathematical proofs, and the ability to conduct such proofs themselves.
• Demonstrate the skills needed to communicate mathematics effectively, both in writing and in oral communication.

Upon completion of the BS degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate knowledge and skills across core areas of microbiology.
  • Fundamentals of Microbiology
  • Evolution
  • Biochemistry
  • Cell Physiology
  • Genetics

Upon completion of the MS degree program, students should be able to:

• Identify and conduct original research appropriate for their degree.
  • Students will identify an appropriate research question(s) and conduct research to test appropriate hypotheses developed from their question(s).
  • Student will successfully defend their research to their committee.
• Demonstrate accepted standards of ethics and professional behavior.

Upon completion of the PhD degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate overall knowledge of their field and mastery of their specific subfield of Microbiology.
• Identify and conduct original research appropriate for their degree.
• Carry out their research according to accepted standards of ethics and professional behavior.

Upon completion of the BA degree program, students will be able to:

• Demonstrate proficiency in sample preparation, data collection, data analysis, and written/verbal communication of results using transmission electron microscopy (TEM).
• Demonstrate proficiency in sample preparation, data collection, data analysis, and written/verbal communication of results using scanning electron microscopy (SEM).
• Demonstrate proficiency in sample preparation, data collection, data analysis, and written/verbal communication of results using advanced light microscopy (ALM).

Upon completion of the BA dgree program, students should be able to:

• Evaluate information from a variety of sources – both academic and public – in order to gain insight about contemporary issues of local and global concern.
• Apply discipline-specific research methods to interdisciplinary topics anchored in their projected vocations.
• Communicate effectively in writing.  They will write with clarity, concision and confidence.

Upon completion of the MDS dgree program, students should be able to:

• Evaluate information from a variety of sources – both academic and public – in order to gain insight about contemporary issues of local and global concern.
• Integrate their individual educational experience in order to inform development of research and discussion topics. As MDS majors this will involve a combination of at least two recognized minors.
• Synthesize educational formation and research into written products (such as websites, research projects and papers, and PowerPoint presentations). These will exhibit the value of interdisciplinary studies to questions of theoretical concern, and preparation for students' chosen vocations.
• Apply discipline-specific research methods to interdisciplinary topics anchored in their projected vocations.
• Communicate effectively in writing. They will write with clarity, concision and confidence.

Upon completion of the MA dgree program, students should be able to:

• Apply leadership and management skills within the museum setting.
• Demonstrate advanced knowledge of museum theory and practices including those related to exhibit development, programs, collections, curation, historic preservation, and education within museum settings.
• Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skill.
• Demonstrate an ability to evaluate, critically analyze, and synthesize information on museum topics including history of museums, federal regulations, and controversies in the field.
• Apply technology skills in the museum setting for preservation, organization, outreach, programming, and more. May include digitization, website design, databases, record keeping, etc.
• Critically evaluate research and literature in the cultural heritage field; Demonstrate application of quantitative and qualitative research methods to systematic inquiry.
• Implement professional standards of ethical responsibility, multicultural awareness, and diversity in professional practice, collections and services; Use cultural competency to interact appropriately with people with diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and identities.

Upon completion of the BA degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate understanding of Critical Indigenous Theory, Indigenous Methodologies, and foundations of tribal sovereignty. 
• Demonstrate understanding of contemporary issues in at least one area of emphasis: Cultural Knowledge, Language, & History; Tribal Governance & Policy; or Indigenous Media & Arts.
• Apply critical Indigenous theoretical concepts and methodologies to contemporary issues among Native peoples or Native Nations.

Upon completion of the MA dgree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate knowledge of Critical Indigenous Theory and Indigenous Methodologies. 
• Conduct independent inquiry in one of the three areas of emphasis: Cultural Knowledge, Language, & History; Tribal Governance & Policy; or Indigenous Media & Arts.
• Conduct original research in topics relevant to Native peoples.

Upon completion of the dgree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate knowledge and applications of Indigenous theory and methodologies of Native American Studies.
• Demonstrate an understanding of Native American governance, sovereignty issues, law, and policy by the time of completion of the certificate.
  
• Learn and apply different approaches to Native American Studies and research that matters to Native American peoples and Native Nations.

Upon completion of the MA degree program, students should be able to:

• Think critically about organizational challenges, apply scientific theories and research findings to address those challenges, and develop methods to assess whether proposed interventions adequately address such challenges.
• Communicate complex ideas clearly both in writing and orally.
• Name and describe prevailing theories and models as well as evidence-based practices in their major area of specialization – Human Resource Management (HRM) or Project Management (PM).
• Demonstrate professionalism and organizational skills. This includes presenting themselves and interacting with others in a professional manner.
• Effectively lead organizational initiatives as well as work effectively in team-based environments.
• Develop original solutions to complex problems and address issues from multiple perspectives.

Upon completion of the GC dgree program, students should be able to:

• Plan and conduct a research project that addresses an organizational issue. 

Upon completion of the MA degree program, students should be able to:

• Conduct academic research with a level of competence that exhibits mastery of academic writing and interdisciplinary research; advancing interdisciplinary research and analysis skills.
•  Final grade represents faculty evaluation of all assignments completed in the course. 
  • Create and support arguments using research using information from within multiple discipline 
  • Access, analyze, and synthesize interdisciplinary information and ideas to identify underlying assumptions and formulate conclusions 
  • Communicate accurately and clearly in writing using a scholarly interdisciplinary approach to administrative leadership.
• Communicate ideas and concepts, through writing and other media, from an administrative leadership perspective.
• Assess organizational change by integrating ethical responsibility and a commitment to diversity and cross-cultural leadership in the decision-making processes and organizational culture.
• Critically analyze research in the field of administrative leadership as consumers and producers of quality research.
• Apply techniques related to administrative leadership to create, sustain, and change cultures within organizations.
• Construct effective plans to implement and enhance organizational communication.
• Critique organizational culture and operations by informed management and leadership decision-making.

Upon completion of the BA degree program, students should be able to:

• Assemble an appropriate body of philosophical sources on a research topic of their own choosing.
• Critically reflect upon a body of philosophical sources on a research topic of their own choosing.
• Formulate and cogently defend their own philosophical thesis on a selected topic.
• Show evidence of improved philosophical writing over the course of their time in the major in both their philosophical abilities and their philosophical writing.

Upon completion of the MA degree program, students should be able to:

• Have a broad background of philosophical knowledge.
• Write substantive scholarly papers in philosophy.

Upon completion of the MA degree program, students should be able to:

• Have a broad background of philosophical knowledge.
• Have firm grasp of a broad background of philosophical knowledge.
• Able to write substantive scholarly papers to the standards of the profession.

Upon completion of the BS degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate mastery of core physics topics at a level to be successful in graduate school in physics. Students should demonstrate an ability to apply the laws and concepts of physics, using different representations and fundamental themes, to analyze and solve problems appropriate for their stage in the curriculum. Secondary goals include the ability to solve multidisciplinary problems, and the ability to apply basic concepts to modern technology.
• Demonstrate a portfolio of scientific and technical skills. These skills are divided into two categories. The first involves the ability to formulate a problem, solve it, and relate the results to the original problem. The second involves the ability to the tools of the trade to solve problems. These include one or more of the following: instrumentation competency, software competency, coding competency, data analysis competency (including statistical analysis of the results), and mathematical competency.
• Successfully communicate in both spoken and written form. The most important communicate with different audiences, and communicate effectively in writing. They should also be able to organize and communicate ideas.  Students should also be able articulate their own state of understanding. Of secondary importance is the abilities be able to obtain relevant information, and to teach a complex idea.

Upon completion of the BS degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate mastery of core physics topics at a level that will help them be successful in their future careers. Students should demonstrate an ability to apply the laws and concepts of physics, using different representations and fundamental themes, to analyze and solve problems appropriate for their stage in the curriculum. Secondary goals include the ability to solve multidisciplinary problems, and the ability to apply basic concepts to modern technology.
• Demonstrate a portfolio of scientific and technical skills. These skills are involves the ability to formulate a problem, solve it, and relate the results to the original problem. The second involves the ability to the tools of the trade to solve problems. These include one or more of the following: instrumentation competency, software competency, coding competency, data analysis competency (including statistical analysis of the results), and mathematical competency.
• Successfully communicate in both spoken and written form. The most important competencies are the ability to communicate with different audiences, and communicate effectively in writing. They should also be able to  organize and communicate ideas. Students should also be able articulate their own state of understanding. Of secondary importance is the abilities be able to obtain relevant information, and to teach a complex idea.

Upon completion of the MS degree program, students should be able to:

• Be competent at analyzing a wide array of problems using standard techniques without needing to access external resources. Very few students are admitted to a terminal MS program; most Ph.D. students obtain an MS enroute to a Ph.D., or if they fail to complete the program, leave with an MS.
• Interpret and present original research topics, both orally and in writing.

Upon completion of the PhD degree program, students should be able to:

• Be competent at analyzing a wide array of problems using standard techniques without needing to access external resources.
  The core areas are:
  • Classical Mechanics
  • Statistical Mechanics
  • Electrodynamics
  • Quantum Mechanics
  • Mathematical Methods of Physics
  • Astrophysics (if appropriate)
• Interpret and present current research topics, both orally and in writing. This has been traditionally called “the specialist exam.”
• Demonstrate competency in physics and astrophysics research.

Upon completion of the PhD degree program, students should be able to:

• Be competent at analyzing a wide array of problems using standard techniques without needing to access external resources.
  The core areas are:
  • Classical Mechanics
  • Statistical Mechanics
  • Electrodynamics
  • Quantum Mechanics
  • Mathematical Methods of Physics
  • Astrophysics (if appropriate)
• Interpret and present current research topics, both orally and in writing. This has been traditionally called “the specialist exam.”
• Demonstrate competency in physics and astrophysics research.

After completing this BA degree program students will be able to learn:

• Civic  Engagment
• Interdisciplinary Effort
• Multidisciplinary Synthesis
• Focused Research
• Communicative Competence

Upone completion of this BS degree program students will be able to:

• Evaluate information from a variety of sources – both academic and public – in order to gain insight about contemporary issues of local and global concern.
• Integrate their individual educational experience in order to inform development of research and discussion topics. As MDS majors this will involve a combination of at least two recognized minors.
• Synthesize educational formation and research into written products (such as websites, research projects and papers, and PowerPoint presentations). These will exhibit the value of interdisciplinary studies to questions of theoretical concern, and preparation for students' chosen vocations.
• Apply discipline-specific research methods to interdisciplinary topics anchored in their projected vocations.
• Communicate effectively in writing. They will write with clarity, concision and confidence.

Upon completion of the BS degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate knowledge and skills across core areas of plant biology:
  • Vascular plant botany
  • Plant Physiology
  • Evolution
  • Ecology
  • Genetics

Upon completion of the MS degree program, students should be able to:

• Identify and conduct original research appropriate for their degree.
• Students will identify an appropriate research question(s) and conduct research to test appropriate hypotheses developed from their question(s).
  
• Student will successfully defend their research to their committee.
• Demonstrate accepted standards of ethics and professional behavior.

Upon completion of the PhD degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate overall knowledge of their field and mastery of their specific subfield of Plant Biology during the General Exam.
  
• Satisfactorily complete courses for their program of study.
• Demonstrate sufficient knowledge of their subject in their general examinations.
• Identify and conduct original research appropriate for their degree.
• Identify an appropriate research question(s) and conduct research to test appropriate hypotheses developed from their question(s).
• Successfully defend their research to their committee.
• Demonstrate accepted standards of ethics and professional behavior.

Upon completion of the BA degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate and synthesize substantial knowledge of key concepts and major theories of the discipline, as well as political processes and governmental systems in the United States and other nations in the world.
• Demonstrate both written and oral communication skills.
• Analyze complex political phenomena and critically evaluate evidence supporting different points of view.
• Demonstrate a capacity to use library resources, databases, and emerging technology.

Upon completion of the MA degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate advanced substantive knowledge of political processes in ONE subfield within the discipline.
• Demonstrate general knowledge of the discipline through performance in and out of the classroom.
• Demonstrate the ability to develop independent research resulting in original contribution to knowledge.

Upon completion of the MPS degree program, students should be able to:

• Conduct academic research with a level of competence that exhibits mastery of academic writing and interdisciplinary research; advancing interdisciplinary research and analysis skills.
  • Create and support arguments using research using information from within multiple discipline.
  • Access, analyze, and synthesize interdisciplinary information and ideas to identify underlying assumptions and formulate conclusions.
  • Communicate accurately and clearly in writing scholarly interdisciplinary approach to prevention science.
• Communicate ideas and concepts, through writing and other media, from a prevention science perspective.
• Implement professional standards of ethical responsibility and diversity when working within organizations engaged in prevention science.
• Critically analyze research in the field of prevention science as consumers and producers of quality research.
• Execute the major tasks associated with planning and evaluation in prevention science to include program development, implementation, and evaluation strategies.
• Apply leadership and management skills to direct community organizations, public policy, and environmental change.
• Maintain strong public relations and collaborative agreements while promoting prevention programs, services, and activities to diverse audiences.

Upon completion of the PhD degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate advanced substantive knowledge of political processes in TWO subfields within the discipline.
• Demonstrate general knowledge of the discipline through performance in and out of the classroom.
• Demonstrate the ability to develop independent research resulting in original contribution to knowledge.

Upon completion of the graduate certificate degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrated increased competency in project management, be able to think critically about PM-relevant organizational issues, and be able apply scientific theories and research findings to address organizational challenges.
  
• Able to communicate complex ideas orally in different-sized groups as well as publicly.
• Able to work effectively as a member of diverse teams and groups.
• Able to demonstrate professionalism in the way they interact with others and present themselves, the field, and organizations which they represent.

Upon completion of the BA degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate fundamental knowledge and comprehension of the major concepts, theoretical perspectives, and empirical findings in psychology.
• Use critical thinking and scientific reasoning to draw conclusions about psychological phenomena and will apply psychological theory to interpret, design, and conduct basic psychological research.
• Demonstrate an understanding of ethically and socially responsible behavior and apply ethical standards to evaluate psychological science.
• Demonstrate effective writing and presentation skills, including the ability to produce a research study, explain scientific results, and present information to a professional audience.

Upon completion of the BS degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate fundamental knowledge and comprehension of the major concepts, theoretical perspectives, and empirical findings in psychology and will be able apply psychological principles to behavioral problems.
• Use innovative and integrative thinking and problem solving skills to draw conclusions about psychological phenomena and will apply psychological theory to interpret, design, and conduct psychological research. 
• Demonstrate an understanding of ethically and socially responsible behavior and apply ethical standards to evaluate psychological science.
• Demonstrate effective writing and presentation skills, including the ability to produce a research study, explain scientific results, and present information to a professional audience.

Upon completion of the MS degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate the ability to track a research question or scholarly project from its basis in existing literature to the formulation of a testable hypothesis and its representation in a research design.
• Draw reasoned conclusions from a body of knowledge.
• Master fundamental knowledge in the field as it pertains to their thesis hypothesis.
• Demonstrate the ability to access and integrate information into a cohesive overview of current knowledge.
• Demonstrated the ability to evaluate critically the meaning, value, and contribution of published literature in the field.
• Communicate in writing the background of their project from a single theoretical perspective, its method and results, and at least one interpretation of those findings as either supporting or disconfirming the theory.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the ethical procedures related to their thesis research.

Upon completion of the PhD degree program, students should be able to:

• Be prepared to formulate or pose a research question or scholarly project.
• Conduct independent research using methods appropriate to the field or discipline.
• Be prepared to communicate in writing the purpose and design of their project, its results, and their interpretations and conclusions in relation to existing literature.
• Be prepared to present original research in a public, peer-reviewed forum.
• Be prepared to critique, interpret, and evaluate the work of scientific peers.
• Have gained an appreciation of ethical issues and procedures in their area of specialization.

Students who complete the Master of Public Administration program at the University of Oklahoma will comprehend the public policy process including how to:

• Students in the MPA program will acquire and demonstrate advanced substantive knowledge in the fields of public administration and public policy.
• Understand and effectively communicate within the diverse communities and environments in which they work. They will be able to: assess and understand their diverse and changing communities and workforces; and, effectively articulate their ideas through writing and presentations.
• Explore how scientific research, program evaluation, data, and critical analysis can inform and strengthen our ability to adopt effective management practices and design programs and policies to support individuals, organizations, and communities. To this end, students will learn how to: access, analyze, and communicate findings from existing research; use data in organizations; and critically evaluate programmatic and policy decisions. 

Upon completion of the BA degree program, students should be able to:

• Acquire substantial knowledge of political processes and governmental systems in the United States and other nations in the world.
• Develope both written and oral communication skills.
• Acquire the analytical skills necessary for understanding complex political phenomena and critically evaluating evidence supporting different points of view.
• Develope a capacity to use library resources, databases and emerging technology.

Upon completion of the BA degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate culturally-grounded critical thinking skills. Throughout their coursework, students acquire disciplinary knowledge in the study of religion that includes knowledge about a variety of religious beliefs and traditions across history and multiple geographies, how those beliefs and traditions change over time, and how power impacts such change. In doing so, students learn how to understand viewpoints that differ from their own, a better understanding of what it means to be human, and the ability to interrogate and critique forms of power.
• Through active participation in small classes throughout their RELS degrees, and through written assignments, students will gain facility in communicating highly complex ideas both verbally and in written form. In order to do so effectively, students must understand and interrogate others’ arguments, while producing and defending their own. 
• Through the Capstone course, students will understand how to design and execute their own semester-long research projects. This includes formulating a prospectus, gathering primary and secondary sources, conducting research, and producing an article-length research paper or the equivalent.

Upon completion of the BA degree program, students should be able to:

• Write an insightful critical essay or substantial research paper in the target language.
• Demonstrate adequate oral proficiency in the target language.

Upon completion of the certificate program, students will be able to:

• Use their understanding of current theory and research as it applies to human development across the lifespan, with emphases on the physical, cognitive and language, social and personality development, and contextual influences on development, to understand human development across the lifespan as related  to counseling.
  
• Use their  understanding of individual learning differences to select, develop, and  implement comprehensive curricula for students with disabilities.
  
• Use the principles of applied behavior analysis to identify, define, observe, and measure  student behavior in the classroom and use behavior data to design appropriate  interventions to modify behavior.
  
• Understand  theories of personality and intelligence testing, and gain knowledge and  experience in administering, scoring, and interpreting personality tests and in interpreting intelligence tests with an emphasis on the Wechsler scales.
  
• Understand various abuse and addiction theories, diagnosis and treatment of addictions and apply to their clinical skills.

Upone completeion of this BA degree students will be able to:

• Demonstrate Ethical and Professional Behavior
  • make ethical decisions by applying NASW Code of Ethics, relevant laws and regulations, and ethical decision-making methods, ethical conduct of research
  • use reflection and self-regulation to manage personal values
  • demonstrate professionalism in behavior, appearance and communication
  • use technology ethically and appropriately to facilitate practice outcomes
  • use supervision and consultation to guide professional judgment and behavior
• Engage Anti-Racism, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (ADEI) in Practice
  • demonstrate anti-racist and anti-oppressive social work practice at the individual, family, group, organizational, community, research, and policy levels
  • demonstrate cultural humility by applying critical reflection, self-awareness, and self-regulation to manage the influence of bias, power, privilege, and values in working with clients and constituencies, acknowledging them as experts of their own lived experiences
    
• Advance Human Rights and Social, Economic, and Environmental Justice
  • apply understanding of social, economic, and environmental justice to advocate for human rights at the individual and system levels
  • engage in practices that advance social, economic, and environmental justice
• Engage in Practice-Informed Research and Research-Informed Practice
  • use practice experience and theory to inform scientific inquiry and research
  • apply critical thinking to engage in analysis of research methods and findings
  • use research evidence to inform practice, policy, and service delivery
• Engage in Policy Practice
  • Identify social policy at the local, state, and federal level that impacts well-being, service delivery, and access to social services
  • apply critical thinking to analyze, formulate, and advocate for policies that advance human rights and social, economic, and environmental justice
• Engage with Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities
  • apply knowledge of HBSE, person-in-environment, and other multidisciplinary theoretical frameworks to engage with clients and constituencies
  • use empathy, reflection, and interpersonal skills to effectively engage diverse clients and constituencies
    
• Assess Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities
  • collect and organize data, apply critical thinking to interpret information
  • apply knowledge of HBSE, person-in-environment, and other multidisciplinary theoretical frameworks in the analysis of assessment data
  • develop and select mutually agreed-on intervention goals, objectives, and intervention strategies based on the assessment
    
• Intervene with Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities
  • critically choose and implement interventions to achieve practice goals
  • apply knowledge of HBSE, person-in-environment, and other multidisciplinary theoretical frameworks in interventions with clients and constituencies
  • advocate with and on behalf of diverse clients and constituencies
  • facilitate effective transitions and endings that advance agreed-on goals
    
• Evaluate Practice with Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities
  • select and use appropriate methods for evaluation of outcomes
  • apply knowledge of HBSE, person-in-environment, and other multidisciplinary theoretical frameworks in the evaluation of outcomes
  • critically analyze, monitor, and evaluate intervention processes and outcomes
  • apply evaluation findings to improve practice effectiveness at the micro, mezzo, and macro levels

Demonstrate Ethical and Professional Behavior - make ethical decisions by  applying NASW Code of Ethics, relevant laws and regulations, and ethical decisionmaking methods, ethical conduct of research:

• Use reflection and self-regulation to manage personal values - demonstrate professionalism in behavior, appearance and communication
  
• Use technology ethically and appropriately to facilitate practice outcomes
  
• Use supervision and consultation to guide professional judgment and behavior
  
  

Engage Diversity and Difference in Practice:

• Apply and communicate understanding of the importance of diversity and difference in shaping life experiences in practice
• Present as learners and engage clients as experts of their own experiences
  
• Apply self-awareness and selfregulation to manage personal biases and values
  
  

Advance Human Rights and Social, Economic, and Environmental Justice:

• Apply understanding of social, economic, and environmental justice to advocate for human rights at the individual and system levels
  
• Engage in practices that advance social, economic, and environmental justice
  
  

Engage in Practice-Informed Research and Research-Informed Practice:

• Use practice experience and theory to inform scientific inquiry and research
  
• Apply critical thinking to engage in analysis of research methods and findings
  
• Use research evidence to inform practice, policy, and service delivery
  
  

Engage in Policy Practice:

• Identify social policy at the local, state, and federal level that impacts well-being, service delivery, and access to social services
• Apply critical thinking to analyze, formulate, and advocate for policies that advance human rights and social, economic, and environmental justice
  

Engage with Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities:

• Apply knowledge of HBSE, person-environment, and other multidisciplinary theoretical frameworks to engage with clients and constituencies
  
• Use empathy, reflection, and interpersonal skills to effectively engage diverse clients and constituencies
  
  

Assess Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities:

• Collect and organize data, apply critical thinking to interpret information
  
• Apply knowledge of HBSE, person-inenvironment, and other multidisciplinary theoretical frameworks in the analysis of assessment data
• Develop and select mutually agreed on intervention goals, objectives, and intervention strategies based on the assessment
  

Intervene with Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities:

• Critically choose and implement interventions to achieve practice goals
  
• Apply knowledge of HBSE, person-inenvironment, and other multidisciplinary theoretical frameworks in interventions with clients and constituencies
• Advocate with and on behalf of diverse clients and constituencies
• Facilitate effective transitions and endings that advance agreed-on goals

Evaluate Practice with Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities:

• Select and use appropriate methods for evaluation of outcomes
• Apply knowledge of HBSE, person-inenvironment, and other multidisciplinary theoretical frameworks in the evaluation of outcomes
  
• Critically analyze, monitor, and evaluate intervention processes and outcomes
  
• Apply evaluation findings to improve practice effectiveness at the micro, mezo, and macro levels.

Demonstrate Ethical and Professional Behavior - make ethical decisions by  applying NASW Code of Ethics, relevant laws and regulations, and ethical decisionmaking methods, ethical conduct of research:

Demonstrate Ethical and Professional Behavior

• Use reflection and self-regulation to manage personal values - demonstrate professionalism in behavior, appearance and communication
  
• Use technology ethically and appropriately to facilitate practice outcomes
  
• Use supervision and consultation to guide professional judgment and behavior

Engage Anti-Racism, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (ADEI) in Practice

• Demonstrate anti-racist and anti-oppressive social work practice at the individual, family, group, organizational, community, research, and policy levels; and
• Demonstrate cultural humility by applying critical reflection, self-awareness, and self-regulation to manage the influence of bias, power, privilege, and values in working with clients and constituencies, acknowledging them as experts of their own lived experiences

Advance Human Rights and Social, Economic, and Environmental Justice:

• Apply understanding of social, economic, and environmental justice to advocate for human rights at the individual and system levels
  
• Engage in practices that advance social, economic, and environmental justice
  
  

Engage in Practice-Informed Research and Research-Informed Practice:

• Use practice experience and theory to inform scientific inquiry and research
  
• Apply critical thinking to engage in analysis of research methods and findings
  
• Use research evidence to inform practice, policy, and service delivery
  
  

Engage in Policy Practice:

• Identify social policy at the local, state, and federal level that impacts well-being, service delivery, and access to social services
• Apply critical thinking to analyze, formulate, and advocate for policies that advance human rights and social, economic, and environmental justice
  

Engage with Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities:

• Apply knowledge of HBSE, person-environment, and other multidisciplinary theoretical frameworks to engage with clients and constituencies
  
• Use empathy, reflection, and interpersonal skills to effectively engage diverse clients and constituencies
  
  

Assess Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities:

• Collect and organize data, apply critical thinking to interpret information
  
• Apply knowledge of HBSE, person-inenvironment, and other multidisciplinary theoretical frameworks in the analysis of assessment data
• Develop and select mutually agreed on intervention goals, objectives, and intervention strategies based on the assessment
  

Intervene with Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities:

• Critically choose and implement interventions to achieve practice goals
  
• Apply knowledge of HBSE, person-inenvironment, and other multidisciplinary theoretical frameworks in interventions with clients and constituencies
• Advocate with and on behalf of diverse clients and constituencies
• Facilitate effective transitions and endings that advance agreed-on goals

Evaluate Practice with Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities:

• Select and use appropriate methods for evaluation of outcomes
• Apply knowledge of HBSE, person-inenvironment, and other multidisciplinary theoretical frameworks in the evaluation of outcomes
  
• Critically analyze, monitor, and evaluate intervention processes and outcomes
  
• Apply evaluation findings to improve practice effectiveness at the micro, mezo, and macro levels.

Students will be able to:

• Engage in and evaluate policy practice with Tribal Nations as sovereign governments in both their Field Practicum placement as well in their coursework. 
• Engage diversity in practice with Tribal Nations and American Indian and Alaska Natives in both their Field Practicum placement as well as in their coursework.
• Engage, assess, intervene with, and Evaluate Practice with American Indian and Alaska Native Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, Communities, and Tribal Nations in both their Field Practicum placement as well as in their coursework.

Upon completion of the BA degree program, students should be able to:

• Understand and apply basic statistical procedures.
• Understand and apply social science research.
• Compare and contrast social theories.
• Demonstrate sociological understanding through analytical writing. 

Upon completion of the MA degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate knowledge in research methodology and analysis.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the theories and research extant in sociology in at least one area of specialization.

Upon completion of the PhD degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate knowledge in research methodology and analysis.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the theories and research extant in sociology in two areas of specialization.

Upon completion of the MS degree program, students should be able to:

• Conduct academic research with a level of competence that exhibits mastery of academic writing and interdisciplinary research; advancing interdisciplinary research and analysis skills. 
  • Create and support arguments using research using information from within multiple disciplines. 
  • Access, analyze, and synthesize interdisciplinary information and ideas to identify underlying assumptions and formulate conclusions.
  • Communicate accurately and clearly in writing scholarly interdisciplinary approach to criminal justice.
• Communicate ideas and concepts, through writing and other media, from an interdisciplinary criminal justice perspective.
• Implement professional standards of ethical responsibility that involve respect for diverse cultures, multicultural understanding and awareness, ethical social and civic responsibility, and principled decision making for criminal justice professionals.
• Critically analyze research in the field of Criminal Justice as consumers and producers of quality research.
• Analyze and apply the theoretical foundations of criminal justice, criminal justice policy development in the United States, and ethical decision-making in criminal justice.
• Specialize in of the following areas of knowledge within the field of Criminal Justice with a goal of being able to analyze and propose solutions to existing issues:
  • Corrections Management,
  • Restorative Justice Administration, 
  • Leadership, 
  • Or a specialized field of study chosen in conjunction with a departmental advisor.

Upon completion of the BA degree program, students should be able to:

• Write an insightful critical essay or substantial research paper in the target language.
• Demonstrate adequate oral proficiency in the target language.

Upon completion of the MA degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate advanced skills in literary analysis, and the application of critical methodologies, theoretical principles and knowledge of literary and cultural history of the Spanish-speaking world in general, and in their chosen area of specialization.
• Demonstrate teaching skills meant to further the academic component of their graduate study.
• Demonstrate the ability to write an in-depth literary argument reflecting a broad understanding of the scholarly field and an informed perspective on the thesis topic.
• Demonstrate scholarly presentation and communication skills, reflecting an advanced and broad understanding of the discipline and an informed perspective on the thesis topic.

Upon completion of the PhD degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate advanced skills in literary analysis, and the application of critical methodologies, theoretical principles and knowledge of literary and cultural history of the Spanish-speaking world in general, and in their chosen area of specialization.
• Demonstrate the ability to write an advanced literary argument reflecting a broad understanding of the scholarly field and an informed perspective on the dissertation topic. 
• Demonstrate scholarly presentation and communication skills, reflecting an advanced and broad understanding of the discipline and an informed perspective on the dissertation topic.
• Demonstrate teaching skills meant to further the academic component of their graduate study.

Graduate students completing their degree in Sports Data Analytics (MS) will be able to:

• Demonstrate mastery of the research methods in their area of study.
• Demonstrate mastery of the literature in their area of study.
• Demonstrate mastery of their discipline by conducting independent research.
• Explain historical issues related to his/her area of specialization.
• Explain principles related to the scientific investigation in health and exercise.
• Explain principles related to his/her individual area of specialization.

Upon completion of the MA degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate knowledge of human speech sounds.
  • students will pronounce terms correctly.
• Master foundational theories of second language acquisition.
• Demonstrate mastery of teaching skills.

Upon completion of the BA degree program, students will be able to:

• Analyze and critically evaluate theories and ideas from an intersectional, global, feminist perspective.
• Demonstrate their knowledge of critical, anticolonial, anti-oppressive research and service methodologies and articulate the ethical demand to engage in anti-oppressive research methodologies, especially when dealing with marginalized groups.
• Participate in and demonstrate and apply knowledge of critical contemporary social issues.
• Demonstrate both written and oral communication skills.

Upon completion of the cerificate degree program, students will be able to:

• Demonstrate knowledge of major works in feminist theory and engage in the scholarly critique/analysis of them.
• Demonstrate skills in incorporating feminist theoretical perspectives in problem solving and research methodologie.
• Demonstrate effective written and oral communication skills employing the language paradigm of Women’s and Gender Studies.

Upon Completion of the MBA degree program, students should be able to:

• Apply key components of information technology, data management, and cybersecurity.
• Construct financial reports and legal contracts in the aerospace and defense industry.
• Compare, contrast, and apply leadership and management principles.
• Develop the ability to analyze data for decision making.
• Design and implement strategies for aerospace and defense in a global market.

Upon Completion of the BBA degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate analytical and presentation skills consistent with the demands of the professional marketplace.
• Demonstrate understanding and application of business theories and practice especially as they relate to their chosen major.
• Demonstrate business and professional skills to succeed as managers and business professionals.

Upon completion of the MBA program, students are required to:

• Demonstrate competency in core subject matter.
• Demonstrate decision making problem solving skills.
• Exhibit global awareness and strategic perspectives.
• Demonstrate leadership and teamwork skills.

Upon Completion of the PhD degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate a solid understanding of the issues, theory, methodology and literature in the student’s functional area as well as the ability to understand and apply the statistical and analytical methods employed in their areas of study.
• Demonstrate the ability to complete original research in their primary area of study and to present and defend their research in a public forum.

Upon Completion of the graduate certificate degree program, students should be able to:

• Identify potentially viable venture concepts.
• Evaluate venture concepts for feasibility.
  • Assess market viability through primary and secondary research.
  • Assess technological viability through primary and secondary research.
  • Refine product concepts based on data from research.
• Create a business plan:
  • Predict the financial viability of the product.
  • Develop a written business plan.
  • Argue the merits of the business plan to potential investors.

• The ability to problem-solve in relation to business intelligence and analytics applications.
• The ability to identify appropriate data processing methods and apply them to manage data for business intelligence activities.
• The ability to recognize and apply appropriate data presentation methods to provide business insights and value.

• Analyze data and provide valuable business insights.
• Communicate technical information to non-technical business professionals.
• Understand the business, organizational, and regulatory context of the information technology and organizational information system.
• Understand how information technology and systems can be leveraged to provide business value.
• Solve problem in relation to IT concerns and applications.

Upon completion of the MS program, students should be able to:

• Analyze financial statements to determine the overall financial profile of a firm and solve time-values of money problems with multiple cash flows over various time-horizons.
• Compare the nature, usage, and fundamentals of derivative securities versus their underlying securities.
• Price primary financial instruments as well as financial derivatives; construct arbitrage and hedging strategies using those securities.
• Incorporate historical and expected risk and return metrics from stand-alone asset and multi-asset portfolio perspectives.
• Use more advanced functions and build various forecasting and evaluation models in excel.
• Explain the core concepts in corporate finance; understand theories and fundamentals in capital structure and capital budgeting.
• Solve firm investment and financing problems and make recommendations on various corporate investment, financing, and payout policies.

Upon Completion of the MS degree program, students should be able to:

• The ability to problem-solve in relation to business intelligence and analytics applications.
• The ability to identify appropriate data processing methods and apply them to manage data for business intelligence activities.
• The ability to recognize and apply appropriate data presentation methods to provide business insights and value.

Upon completion of the MA degree program, students should be able to:

• Knowledge acquisition and application: students will have demonstrated increased competency in project management, be able to think critically about PM-relevant organizational issues and be able apply scientific theories and research findings to address organizational challenges.
• Oral presentation and communication skills: students will be able to communicate complex ideas orally in different-sized groups as well as publicly.
• Teamwork and interpersonal skills: students will be able to work effectively as a member of diverse teams and groups.
• Professionalism: students will be able to demonstrate professionalism in the way they interact with others and present themselves, the field, and organizations which they represent

Upon Completion of the MS degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate scientific competence in the core discipline so they can become productive scientists in their chosen profession.
• Demonstrate a broad knowledge of the diverse field of Earth Sciences.
• Demonstrate technical skills in computer, laboratory and/or field measurements necessary to be productive scientists.
• Observe, measure, collect, and/or interpret data from field study, databases, experiments, and other sources of information.
• Apply the scientific method, and critically/creatively solve geologic problems.
• Communicate effectively in oral presentations and in written form, including the thesis or dissertation.
• Contribute to scientific knowledge, instruments or methods of analysis.

Upon Completion of the PhD degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate scientific competence in the core discipline so they can become productive scientists in their chosen profession.
• Demonstrate a broad knowledge of the diverse field of Earth Sciences.
• Demonstrate technical skills in computer, laboratory and/or field measurements necessary to be productive scientists.
• Observe, measure, collect, and/or interpret data from field study, databases, experiments, and other sources of information.
• Apply the scientific method, and critically/creatively solve geologic problems.
• Communicate effectively in oral presentations and in written form, including the thesis or dissertation.
• Contribute to scientific knowledge, instruments or methods of analysis.

Upon Completion of the BS degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate an understanding of fundamental geological concepts and terms.
• Demonstrate how basic principles of chemistry, physics, and biology relate to geology, geochemistry, and geophysics.
• Identify and classify geologic materials and structures correctly.
• Observe, measure, collect and interpret data from field study, databases, experiments, and other sources of Information. Create geologic maps and cross sections using field measurements.
• Demonstrate an understanding of and be able to apply the scientific method, and critically solve geological problems. Critically read and critique research articles.
• Develop the skills to engage in independent learning and also be able to work effectively in teams.
• Communicate effectively in presentations and in written form.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the impact of geology as related to global and societal issues.

Upon Completion of the MS degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate scientific competence in the core discipline so they can become productive scientists in their chosen profession.
• Demonstrate a broad knowledge of the diverse field of Earth Sciences.
• Demonstrate technical skills in computer, laboratory and/or field measurements necessary to be productive scientists.
• Observe, measure, collect, and/or interpret data from field study, databases, experiments, and other sources of information.
• Apply the scientific method, and critically/creatively solve geologic problems.
• Communicate effectively in oral presentations and in written form, including the thesis or dissertation.
• Contribute to scientific knowledge, instruments or methods of analysis.

Upon Completion of the PhD degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate scientific competence in the core discipline so they can become productive scientists in their chosen profession.
• Demonstrate a broad knowledge of the diverse field of Earth Sciences.
• Demonstrate technical skills in computer, laboratory and/or field measurements necessary to be productive scientists.
• Observe, measure, collect, and/or interpret data from field study, databases, experiments, and other sources of information.
• Apply the scientific method, and critically/creatively solve geologic problems.
• Communicate effectively in oral presentations and in written form, including the thesis or dissertation.
• Contribute to scientific knowledge, instruments or methods of analysis.

Upon completion of the BS degree program, our students will gain the following:

• An ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
• An ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors.
• An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
• An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts.
• An ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives.
• An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.
• An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.

Upon Completion of the MS degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate knowledge at an advanced level in the broadly defined areas of petroleum engineering.
• Communicate research results to a technical audience.
• Perform quality research work under the guidance of a mentor.

Upon Completion of the PhD degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate knowledge at an advanced level in the broadly defined areas of petroleum engineering.
• Communicate research results to a technical audience.
• Gain the necessary skills to conduct independent research that is judged to be innovative and  of high quality.

Upon completion of the PhD degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate a deep understanding of critical concepts and principles of adult and higher education.
• Demonstrate an understanding and application of basic and advanced research methods used in adult and higher education.
• Demonstrate the ability to conduct research on a topic in the field of adult and higher education.

Upon completion of the certificate degree program, students should be able to:

• Identify the violated or adhered ethical code from real world situations, identify resolutions to ethical issues and know how to find help when in an ethical dilemma.
• Identify a socially significant behavior that needs changed and identify the steps needed to do so.
• Demonstrate the ability to record behavior and implement a behavior analytic intervention.

Upon completion of the certificate degree program, students should be able to:

• Understand various abuse and addiction theories, diagnosis and treatment of addictions and apply to their clinical skills.
• Identify substance use disorders and their effect on individuals, families and communities as well as understand theoretical approaches to counseling families and family members affected by substance use disorders.
• Use their knowledge of drugs of abuse and interaction with mental health disorders and understanding of psychopharmacological interventions to treat substance use disorders.
• Use their understanding of co-occurring disorders and addiction theory to provide counseling to substance use and dually diagnosed clients.
• Identify family counseling treatment approaches to substance abuse and addiction.

Upon completion of the EdD degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the science of school leadership as defined by visionary, instructional, organizational, collaborative, ethical, and contextual leadership of complex school systems.
• Demonstrate competencies required to lead continuous improvement efforts of school systems.
• Understand and able to apply teacher evaluation and supervision processes. (Educational Leadership Constituent Council Standard 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 3.5)

Upon completion of the MEd degree program, students should be able to demonstrate the required knowledge:

• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the science of school leadership as defined by visionary, instructional, organizational, collaborative, ethical, and contextual leadership.
• Demonstrate competencies required to lead continuous improvement of school organizations.
• Demonstrate relevant content knowledge and skills required for those associated with building level administration. 

Upon completion of the Phd degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate a command and mastery of theory and evidence related to the science of leadership.
• Demonstrate competencies required to develop and sustain an authentic line of inquiry that contributes to essential knowledge in the discipline.
• Demonstrate their ability to conduct research on a topic that relates to Educational Administration.

Upon completion of the MEd degree program, students should be able to:

• Understand and apply disciplinary knowledge from the humanities and social sciences to interpreting the meanings of education and schooling in diverse cultural contexts.
• Uunderstand how moral principles related to democratic institutions can inform and direct schooling and other educational practice, leadership, and governance.
• Understand the full significance of diversity in a democratic society and how that bears on instruction, school leadership, and governance.
• Demonstrate the ability to successfully apply critical disciplinary knowledge from the humanities and social sciences in the targeted area of study to produce scholarly and/or creative works, including but not limited to research or other creative activity, in the form of thesis or comprehensive exam.

Upon completion of the MEd degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the science of school leadership as defined by visionary, instructional, organizational, collaborative, ethical, and contextual leadership.
  
• Demonstrate competencies required to lead continuous improvement of school organizations.
• Demonstrate relevant content knowledge and skills required for those associated with building level administration.

Upon completion of the PhD degree program, students should be able to:

• Understand and apply disciplinary knowledge from the humanities and social sciences to interpreting the meanings of education and schooling in diverse cultural contexts..
• Demonstrate understanding and application of basic and advanced research methods in educational studies, including research design, data analysis, and interpretation. Specifically, students will be able to: 
  • Describe the social foundations and critical theories/ways of knowing in educational studies.
  • Explain different research methodologies used by educators and scholars.
  • Evaluate the appropriateness of conclusions derived from educational research.
  • Generalize research conclusions appropriately based on the parameters of particular research method.

Upon completion of the certificate degree program, students should be able to:

• Use their understanding of individual learning differences to select, develop, and implement comprehensive curricula for students with disabilitie.
• Use the principles of applied behavior analysis to identify, define, observe, and measure student behavior in the classroom and use behavior data to design appropriate interventions to modify behavior.
• Identify evidence-based instructional practices for working with students with a variety of support needs and implement interventions to improve academic and functional outcomes for students with disabilities.

Upon completion of the MEd degree program, students should be able to:

• Synthesize information related to an education topic of their choosing.
• Demonstrate a deep understanding of critical concepts and principles of their discipline.
• Demonstrate an understanding of how to apply discipline specific practices whiten their professional context.

Upon completion of the PhD degree program, students should be able to:

• Synthesize information related to a research topic of their choosing.
• Demonstrate an understanding and application of basic and advanced research methods used education.
• Demonstrate the ability to conduct research on a topic of their choosing.

Upon completion of the MEd degree program, students should be able to:

• Design instruction according to sound instructional design principles.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the field of Instructional Technology and Educational Psychology by synthesizing information related to research topics in their chosen field.
• Demonstrate an understanding and application of basic research methods used in education. 
• Students will design instruction according to sound instructional design principles.
• Correctly apply principles of motivation, learning, and instructional design to educational problems.

Upon completion of the PhD degree program, students should be able to:

• Design instruction according to sound instructional design principles.
• Demonstrate an understanding and application of basic and advanced research methods in education, including the synthesis of research and application of findings to research topics of personal interest.
• Demonstrate the ability to conduct research on a topic of their choosing.
• Display understanding of multiple areas of learning sciences.

Upon completion of the graduate certificate degree program, students should be able to:

• Use foundational knowledge to design literacy curricula to meet needs of learners, especially those who experience difficulty with literacy; design, implement, and evaluate small-group and individual evidence-based literacy instruction for learners; collaborate with teachers to implement effective literacy practices.
• Understand, select and use valid, reliable, fair, and appropriate assessment tools to screen, diagnose, and measure student literacy achievement; inform instruction and evaluate interventions; assist teachers in their understanding and use of assessment results; advocate for appropriate literacy practices to relevant stakeholders.
• Demonstrate the ability to be reflective literacy professionals; demonstrate leadership and facilitation skills; and advocate on behalf of teachers, students, families, and communities.

Upon completion of the graduate certificate degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate competence in understanding and synthesizing conceptual knowledge of learning sciences foundations, including instructional design concepts and principles, learning and motivation theories, and social and cultural considerations in instructional uses of digital technology.
• Demonstrate competence in understanding and applying the principles and theories of graphic design and visual perception that underpin effective visual and media communication in education and training contexts.
• Demonstrate competence in design, development, and assessment of digitally supported learning environments.

Upon completion of the MEd degree program, students should be able to:

• Be competent scientist-practioners that demonstrates:
  • Initial knowledge of the foundational areas of counseling.
  • Initial knowledge and competence in understanding and evaluating research in the context of practice.
  • Initial knowledge and competence in assessment, diagnosis, treatment, supervision and consultation.
  • Ability to apply the knowledge base of counseling in a scientifically-based, theoretically-driven manner.
• Be committed to ethical practice in counseling and will demonstrate:
  • Display professionalism in their relationships with faculty, staff, and peers necessary for success in multiple career settings.
  • Knowledge of and adhere to ethical and legal guidelines and standards in all aspects of their professional work.
• Have been exposed to multicultural competence and social justice values informed by science and practice: Graduates are knowledgeable about and able to engage in:
  • Culturally competent clinical and professional practice informed by current research and theory.
  • Social justice values and their application to practice and research in counseling.
• Demonstrate the followings:
  • initial knowledge of the foundational areas of counseling.
  • Initial knowledge and competence in understanding and evaluating research in the context of practice.
  • Initial knowledge and competence in assessment, diagnosis, treatment, supervision and consultation.
  • Ability to apply the knowledge base of counseling in a research and clinical-based, theoretically-driven manner.

Upon completion of the MEd degree program, students should be able to:

• Use foundational knowledge to design literacy curricula to meet needs of learners, especially those who experience difficulty with literacy; design, implement, and evaluate small-group and individual evidence-based literacy instruction for learners; collaborate with teachers to implement effective literacy practices.
• Understand, select and use valid, reliable, fair, and appropriate assessment tools to screen, diagnose, and measure student literacy achievement; inform instruction and evaluate interventions; assist teachers in their understanding and use of assessment results; advocate for appropriate literacy practices to relevant stakeholders.
• Demonstrate the ability to be reflective literacy professionals; demonstrate leadership and facilitation skills; and advocate on behalf of teachers, students, families, and communitie.
• Demonstrate competence in the key areas assessed in the state licensure/certification test for reading specialists.

Upon completion of the certificate degree program, students should be able to:

• Use their understanding of current theory and research as it applies to human development across the lifespan, with emphases on the physical, cognitive and language, social and personality development, and contextual influences on development, to understand human development across the lifespan as related to counseling.
• Use their understanding of individual learning differences to select, develop, and implement comprehensive curricula for students with disabilities.
• Use the principles of applied behavior analysis to identify, define, observe, and measure student behavior in the classroom and use behavior data to design appropriate interventions to modify behavior.
• Understand theories of personality and intelligence testing, and gain knowledge and experience in administering, scoring, and interpreting personality tests and in interpreting intelligence tests with an emphasis on the Wechsler scales.
• Understand various abuse and addiction theories, diagnosis and treatment of addictions and apply to their clinical skills.

Upon completion of the certificate degree program, students should be able to:

• Incorporate transition planning successfully in the Individual Education Programs.
• Utilize transition assessment to complete a full transition battery and interpret results.

Upon completion of the MEd degree program, students should be able to:

• Analyze, synthesize, and report on special education literature.
• Identify the need for an instructional, research, or service need/outcome in the special education field; and (b) develop ideas and/or materials to support meeting that outcome/need. (For students in Transition emphasis only).
• Demonstrate knowledge of applied behavior analysis, record behavior, and implement an applied behavioral intervention. (For students in Applied Behavior Analysis emphasis only.)
• Assess the academic and behavioral performance of students with mild/moderate disabilities.
• Identify the key features of single-case research designs and use visual analysis procedures to evaluate intervention effectiveness.
• Conduct and evaluate assessments and use assessment results to develop instructional or behavioral interventions.
• Apply problem-solving techniques in collaborating with professional colleagues, families, and related and ancillary personnel to improve programs, services, and outcomes for individuals with disabilities.

Upon completion of the MEd degree program, students should be able to:

• Analyze, synthesize, and report on special education literature.
• Identify the need for an instructional, research, or service need/outcome in the special education field; and (b) develop ideas and/or materials to support meeting that outcome/need. (For students in Transition emphasis only).
• Demonstrate knowledge of applied behavior analysis, record behavior, and implement an applied behavioral intervention. (For students in Applied Behavior Analysis emphasis only.)
• Assess the academic and behavioral performance of students with mild/moderate disabilities.
• Identify the key features of single-case research designs and use visual analysis procedures to evaluate intervention effectiveness.
• Conduct and evaluate assessments and use assessment results to develop instructional or behavioral interventions.
• Apply problem-solving techniques in collaborating with professional colleagues, families, and related and ancillary personnel to improve programs, services, and outcomes for individuals with disabilities.

Upon completion of the PhD degree program, students should be able to:

• Synthesize information related to a research topic of their choosing.
• Demonstrate an understanding and application of basic and advanced research methods used in education.
• Demonstrate the ability to conduct research on a topic of their choosing.

Upon completion of the BS degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate their mastery of specialized content knowledge in their certification area by achieving a passing score on the Oklahoma Subject Area Test (OSAT) which is required for teacher certification.
• Demonstrate their mastery of pedagogical content knowledge, impact on student learning, and application for the classroom, to begin teaching as an entry-level teacher by achieving a passing score on the Praxis Performance Assessment of Teachers, which is required for teacher certification.
• Demonstrate satisfactory teaching performance by earning ratings of Proficient or Advanced in each of the ten dimensions of teaching measured by the Unit Level InTASC-based Internship Observation Rubric.

Upon completion of the PhD degree program, students should be able to:

• Communicate the technical merits and broader impacts of their research.
• Demonstrate depth and breadth of knowledge in their selected field in Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering.
• Develop and execute an independent research plan to create knowledge in their selected field.

ABET Student Learning Outcomes for Aerospace Engineering, BS program:

• Students will gain an ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering.
• Students will gain an ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors.
• Students will gain an ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
• Students will gain an ability recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts.
• Students will gain an ability function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives.
• Students will be able to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.
• Students will gain an ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.
• Students will gain in-depth knowledge of the major aeronautical topics and some knowledge of astronautical topics.

ABET Student Learning Outcomes for Architectural Engineering, BS program:

• An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics
• An ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors
• An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences
• An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal context
• An ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objective
• An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions         
• An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies

ABET Student Learning Outcomes for Biomedical Engineering, BS program:

• An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
• Students will gain an ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors.
• Students will gain an ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
• Students will gain an ability recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts.
• Students will gain an ability function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives.
• Students will be able to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.
• Students will gain an ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.

Upon completion of the MS degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate evidence of advanced technical knowledge in key areas of Biomedical Engineering.
  • Students accumulate a core of advanced technical knowledge in the area of biomedical engineering.
  • Students demonstrate application of advanced technical knowledge to solve problems in the area of biomedical engineering.
• Demonstrate evidence of focused study in key areas of biomedical engineering.
  • Students accumulate a core of factual, theoretical, and historical knowledge in their area of study.
  • Students demonstrate core problem solving strategies.
  • Students demonstrate how to communicate research results to a scientific audience.
• Demonstrate evidence on scholarly study in biomedical engineering.
  • Students will demonstrate evidence of conducting quality original research.
  • Students will successfully defend the originality and quality of their thesis at a public final defense.

Upon completion of the PhD degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate evidence of advanced technical knowledge in key areas of Biomedical Engineering.
  • Students accumulate a core of advanced technical knowledge in the area of biomedical engineering.
  • Students demonstrate application of advanced technical knowledge to solve problems in the area of biomedical engineering.
• Demonstrate evidence of focused study in key areas of biomedical engineering.
  • Students accumulate a core of factual, theoretical, and historical knowledge in their area of study.
  • Students demonstrate core problem solving strategies.
  • Students demonstrate how to communicate research results to a scientific audience.
• Demonstrate evidence on scholarly study in biomedical engineering.
  • Students will demonstrate evidence of conducting quality original research.
  • Students will successfully defend the originality and quality of their thesis at a public final defense.

ABET Student Learning Outcomes for Chemical, Biological & Materials Engineering, BS program:

• An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics
• An ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors
• An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences
• An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal context
• An ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objective
• An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions         
• An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies

Upon completion of the MS degree program, students should be able to:

• Conduct original research and assemble a creative new body of work in the fields spanned by CBME and to effectively communicate this work to a technically literate audience.
• Think critically, creatively and to address technical problems in the fields spanned by CBME.
• Synthesize and apply knowledge of ethical dilemmas and resolutions in research and professional activities.

Upon completion of the PhD degree program, students should be able to:

• Conduct original research and assemble a creative new body of work in the fields spanned by CBME and to effectively communicate this work to a technically literate audience.
• Think critically, creatively and to address technical problems in the fields spanned by CBME.
• Synthesize and apply knowledge of ethical dilemmas and resolutions in research and professional activities.

ABET Student Learning Outcomes for Civil Engineering, BS program:

• An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics
• An ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors
• An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences
• An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal context
• An ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objective
• An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions         
• An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies

Upon completion of the MS degree program, students should be able to:

• Communicate technical information to an audience of their peers.
• Demonstrate knowledge of and proficiency in research skills.
• Demonstrate the ability to identify, analyze, synthesize and present scholarship in their areas of expertise.
• Demonstrate the ability to identify, analyze, synthesize and present scholarship in their areas of expertise.
• Upon completion of the Master of Science in Civil Engineering (MSCE) degree program, coursework and thesis students should be able to demonstrate proficiency in an advanced topic within their chosen subdiscipline.

Upon completion of the PhD degree program, students should be able to:

• Communicate technical information to an audience of their peers.
• Demonstrate knowledge of and proficiency in research skills.
• Demonstrate the ability to identify, analyze, synthesize and present scholarship in their areas of expertise.

ABET Student Learning Outcomes for Computer Engineering, BS program:

• An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering.
• An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data.
• An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs with in realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability.
• An ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams.
• An ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems.
• An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility.
• An ability to communicate effectively.
• The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global, economic, environmental, and societal context.
• A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning.
• A knowledge of contemporary issues.
• An ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice.

ABET Student Learning Outcomes for Computer Science Engineering, BS program:

• Analyze a complex computing problem and to apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions.
• Design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program’s discipline.
• Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts.
• Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles.
• Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program’s discipline.
• Apply computer science theory and software development fundamentals to produce computing-based solutions.

Upon completion of the MS degree program, students should be able to:

• MS Non-Thesis G1 - Demonstrate proficiency in a broad base of advanced computer science topics.
• MS Non-Thesis G2 - Demonstrate the ability to understand advanced technical articles in the computer science literature.
• MS Non-Thesis G3 - Demonstrate the ability to deliver technical oral presentation.
• MS Thesis T1 - Demonstrate a broad base in advanced computer science topics.
• MS Thesis T2 - Demonstrate the ability to understand advanced technical articles in the computer science literature.
• MS Thesis T3 - Demonstrate the ability to deliver technical oral presentation.
• MS Thesis T4 - Demonstrate the ability to perform and report independent research.

Upon completion of the PhD degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate proficiency in a broad base of advanced computer science topics.
• Demonstrate the ability to contribute research results to the computer science community.
• Demonstrate the ability to convey technical computer science information to an audience in a professional setting.

Upon completion of the MS degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate fundamental processes of computer science, statistical modeling and analysis, and analytics.
• Analyze and solve complex problems that require the examination of large volumes of data from varied information sources.
• Examine, evaluate, design, build, implement, and deploy analytical tools to resolve complex problems.

Upon completion of the certificate degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate an ability of understanding and interpreting data.
• Able to select and use appropriate analytical tools.
• Analyze a problem and identify the computational processes and methodologies required for the solution.

Upon completion of the MS degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate evidence of advanced technical knowledge in key areas of Electrical and Computer Engineering.
  • Students will accumulate a core of advanced technical knowledge in their area of study.
  • Students will demonstrate application of advanced technical knowledge to solve core problems in their area of study.
• Demonstrate evidence of focused study in key areas of Electrical and Computer Engineering.
  • Students will accumulate a core of factual, theoretical, and historical knowledge in their area of study.
  • Students will learn core problem solving strategies.
  • Students will learn how to communicate research results to a scientific audience.
• Demonstrate evidence on scholarly study in ECE.
  • Students will demonstrate evidence of conducting quality original research.
  • Students wil successfully defend the originality and quality of their dissertation at a public final defense.

Upon completion of the PhD degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate evidence of advanced technical knowledge in key areas of Electrical and Computer Engineering.
  • Students will accumulate a core of advanced technical knowledge in their area of study.
  • Students will demonstrate application of advanced technical knowledge to solve core problems in their area of study.
• Demonstrate evidence of focused study in key areas of Electrical and Computer Engineering.
  • Students will accumulate a core of factual, theoretical, and historical knowledge in their area of study.
  • Students will learn core problem solving strategies.
  • Students will learn how to communicate research results to a scientific audience.
• Demonstrate evidence on scholarly study in ECE.
  • Students will demonstrate evidence of conducting quality original research.
  • Students will successfully defend the originality and quality of their dissertation at a public final defense. 

ABET Student Learning Outcomes for Electrical Engineering, BS program:

• An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering.
• An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data.
• An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs with in realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability.
• An ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams.
• An ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems.
• An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility.
• An ability to communicate effectively.
• The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global, economic, environmental, and societal context.
• A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning.
• A knowledge of contemporary issues.
• An ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice.

ABET Student Learning Outcomes for Engineering Physics, BS program:

• Physics Specific Knowledge - Graduates with an Engineering Physics degree should be able to demonstrate mastery of core physics topics at a level to be successful in physics and engineering-related graduate study and/or careers. Students should demonstrate an ability to apply the laws and concepts of physics, using different representations and fundamental themes, to analyze and solve problems appropriate for their stage in the curriculum. Secondary goals include the ability to solve multidisciplinary problems, and the ability to apply basic concepts to modern technology.
• Scientific and Technical Skills - Graduates with an Engineering Physics degree should be able to demonstrate a portfolio of scientific and technical skills, that can be applied to real-world problems. These skills are divided into two categories. The first involves the ability to formulate a problem, design a solution, solve the problem, and relate the results to the original problem. The second involves the ability to the tools of the trade to solve problems. These include one or more of the following: instrumentation competency, software competency, coding competency, data analysis competency (including statistical analysis of the results), and mathematical competency.
• Communication Skills - Graduates with an Engineering Physics degree should be able to successfully communicate in both spoken and written form. The most important competencies are the ability to communicate with different audiences and communicate effectively in writing. They should also be able to organize and communicate ideas. Students should also be able articulate their own state of understanding. Of secondary importance is the abilities be able to obtain relevant information, and to teach a complex idea.

ABET Student Learning Outcomes for Engineering Physics, MS program:

• Pursue, interpret, and present original research topics, both orally and in writing.
• Competent at analyzing a wide array of problems using standard techniques and, in some cases, without needing to access external resources.

ABET Student Learning Outcomes for Engineering Physics, PhD program:

• Analyzing a wide array of problems using standard techniques without needing to access external resources. The core areas are: Classical Mechanics, Statistical Mechanics, Electrodynamics, Quantum Mechanics, Mathematical Methods of Physics, and Engineering disciplines as appropriate.
• Interpret and present current research topics, both orally and in writing in the General Exam for PhD candidacy.
• Demonstrate competency in physics, applied physics, and/or engineering research.

Upon completion of the MS degree program, students should be able to:

• Make forward progress towards degree completion (complete prescribed coursework, meet deadlines, complete forms).
• Make forward progress in study of research topic, proposal, data collection, dissemination and presentation of results).
• Demonstrate good communication skills with advisor and ability to receive feedback.
• Participate in professional development activities as applicable (undergraduate research mentorship, other mentorship activities, service with professional organizations).
• Demonstrate overall readiness for profession.

Upon completion of the PhD degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate broad fundamental knowledge in area of specialization within Engineering as well as in-depth knowledge within a particular area of study.
• Develop skills in critical review/analysis of literature in his/her area of research.
• Formulate and analyze an in-depth original research problem. Dissertation evaluation by PhD committee.
• Effectively communicate ideas and results via written communication. Dissertation evaluation by PhD committee.
• Effectively communicate ideas and results via oral communication. (To be evaluated by dissertation committee during defense)

ABET Student Learning Outcomes for Environmental Engineering, BS program:

• An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics
• An ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors
• An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences
• An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal context
• An ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objective
• An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions         
• An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies

Upon completion of the MS degree program, students should be able to:

• Communicate technical information to an audience of their peers.
• Demonstrate knowledge of and proficiency in research skills.
• Demonstrate the ability to identify, analyze, synthesize and present scholarship in their areas of expertise.
• Demonstrate proficiency in an advanced topic within their chosen sub discipline.

Upon completion of the PhD degree program, students should be able to:

• Communicate technical information to an audience of their peers.
• Demonstrate knowledge of and proficiency in research skills.
• Demonstrate the ability to identify, analyze, synthesize and present scholarship in their areas of expertise.

ABET Student Learning Outcomes for Environmental Science, BS program:

• An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics
• An ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors
• An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences
• An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal context
• An ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objective
• An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions         
• An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies

Upon completion of the MS degree program, students should be able to:

• Communicate technical information to an audience of their peers.
• Demonstrate knowledge of and proficiency in research skills.
• Demonstrate the ability to identify, analyze, synthesize and present scholarship in their areas of expertise.
• Demonstrate proficiency in an advanced topic within their chosen sub discipline.

Upon completion of the PhD degree program, students should be able to:

• Communicate technical information to an audience of their peers.
• Demonstrate knowledge of and proficiency in research skills.
• Demonstrate the ability to identify, analyze, synthesize and present scholarship in their areas of expertise.

ABET Student Learning Outcomes for Industrial & Systems Engineering, BS program:

• An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering.
• An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data.
• An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs with in realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability.
• An ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams.
• An ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems.
• An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility.
• An ability to communicate effectively.
• The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global, economic, environmental, and societal context.
• A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning.
• A knowledge of contemporary issues.
• An ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice.

Upon completion of the MS degree program, students should be able to:

• Acquire in-depth knowledge within a particular area of study and complementary knowledge from a related area in Industrial and Systems Engineering. 
• Conduct scholarly research in an area of Industrial and Systems Engineering.
• Effectively communicate ideas and results via written and oral communication.

Upon completion of the PhD degree program, students should be able to:

• Acquire broad fundamental knowledge in an area of specialization within Industrial and Systems Engineering as well as in-depth knowledge within a particular area of study. 
• Develop skills in critical review/analysis of literature in his/her area of research.
• Formulate and analyze an in-depth original research problem.
• Effectively communicate ideas and results via written and oral communication. 

ABET Student Learning Outcomes for Mechanical Engineering, BS program:

• Ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering.
• Design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data.
• Gain an ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability.
• An ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams.
• An ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems.
• An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility.
• An ability to communicate effectively (i.e., written reports, oral presentations, use of illustrations and visual aids).
• The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global, economic, environmental, and societal context.
• A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning.
• A knowledge of contemporary issues.
• An ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for Mechanical Engineering practice.
• A knowledge of both thermal and mechanical systems areas.

Upon completion of the MS degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate evidence of advanced technical knowledge in key areas of Electrical and Computer Engineering.
  • Students will accumulate a core of advanced technical knowledge in their area of study.
  • Students will demonstrate application of advanced technical knowledge to solve core problems in their area of study.              
• Demonstrate evidence of focused study in key areas of Electrical and Computer Engineering.
  • Students will accumulate a core of factual, theoretical, and historical knowledge in their area of study.
  • Students will learn core problem solving strategies.
  • Students will learn how to communicate research results to a scientific audience.
• Demonstrate evidence on scholarly study in ECE.
  • Students will demonstrate evidence of conducting quality original research.
  • Students will successfully defend the originality and quality of their dissertation at a public final defense.

Upon completion of the BFA degree program, students should be able to:

• Recognize and apply the formal and conceptual vocabularies of art.
• Through the implementation of creative problem solving, directed research, and adaptive learning, students shoud be able to demonstrate the ability to think critically, analytically, and conceptually about art.
• Demonstrate the ability to select and manipulate materials and techniques in order to clearly define both form and content.
• Utilizing srategies for project development, including inspiration, edeation, iteration, and resolution, students should e able to design, create, and critique an original body of work.
• Demonstrate and practice professional standards in the production, presentation, and dissemination of their work.

Upon completion of the MFA degree program, students should be able to:

• Represent and communicate their ideas visually.
• Adeptly analyze, explain, and interpret visual materials.
• Display the ability to express an understanding of visual art via written and verbal methods.
• Display an understanding of professional practices and career models as they relate to the visual arts.
• Demonstrate the ability to think critically, analytically, and conceptually about art.
• Display an understanding of historical and contemporary issues that inform the production of visual art.
• Display an understanding of methods, materials, practices, and forms commonly utilized in contemporary art.

Upon completion of the BA degree program, students should be able to:

• Identify works of art and architecture from a range of time periods and places and to understand their historical context and cultural importance.
• Think critically, analytically, and conceptually about art.
• Write and speak about art in academic discussions and essays.
• Communicate ideas that are researched and documented within the appropriate visual, historiographical and theoretical frameworks of art.

Upon completion of the MA degree program, students should be able to:

• Identify works of art and architecture from a wide range of time periods and places and to understand their historical context and cultural importance while developing one area of specialization with a more highly advanced level of literacy.
• Think critically, analytically, and conceptually about art with an understanding of the theoretical frameworks of art.
• Write and speak about art effectively in both formal/professional presentations and academic papers.
• Formulate original ideas that are well research and documented within the appropriate visual, historiographical, theoretical and methodological frameworks of art in the format of an academic paper.

Upon completion of the PhD degree program, students should be able to:

• Identify works of art and architecture from a wide range of time periods and places and to understand their historical context and cultural importance with a highly advanced level of literacy in two areas of specialization.
• Write and speak about art effectively in a format consistent with academic journal writing and professional conference presentations. We hope that students regularly attend and present at annual conferences.
• Formulate original ideas unique in the field of art history that are thoroughly researched and documented with a mastery of historical and current methodologies. Such research should be an original contribution to the field of art history and the humanities through a significant project that follows a standard format for publication in a peer-reviewed national journal.

Upon completion of the BFA degree program, students should be able to:

• Recognize and apply the formal and conceptual vocabularies of art.
• Through the implementation of creative problem solving, directed research, and adaptive learning, students should be able to demonstrate the ability to think critically, analytically, and conceptually about art.
• Demonstrate the ability to select and manipulate materials and techniques in order to clearly define both form and content.
• Utilizing strategies for project development, including inspiration, ideation, iteration, and resolution, students should be able to design, create, and critique an original body of work.
• Students should be able to demonstrate and practice professional standards in the production, presentation, and dissemination of their work.

Upon completion of the certificate degree program, students should be able to:

• Identify different fine arts and business principles.
• Explain the value of learning about other disciplines and fields within the arts management conceptual framework.
• Apply different fine arts and business principles into a cohesive narrative.
• Compare and contrast different disciplinary models and their inherent values within both their existing and possible context.
• Craft and develop a business plan that is art-centric.
• Reflect upon their practicum experience.

Upon completion of the BFA degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate artistic ability and growth.
• Develop Technical skills in dance while in the classroom/studio as well as the ability to integrate those techniques in the context of a pre-professional bachelor of fine arts curriculum.

Upon completion of the MFA degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate the ability to develop independent research resulting in original contribution to knowledge in the focused areas of their MFA program.
• Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills consistent with the focus of their graduate program.

Upon completion of the BFA degree program, students should be able to:.

• Demonstrate proficiency in one or more of the following disciplines of Performance, Design, Dramaturgy, and Stage Management.
• Demonstrate Proficiency in one or more of the following disciplines of Performance, Design, Dramaturgy, and Stage Management.
• Collaborate with others and solve problems in the planning and production of theatrical productions (Drama, Musical Theatre, Opera, or Dance)

Upon completion of the MA degree program, students should be able to:

• Understand and practice standard research methods in the field of theatre and drama.
• Write publishable quality research papers and critical analyses of theatre and drama.
• Analyze historical and contemporary scripts for scholarly or production purposes.

Upon completion of the DMA degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate technical and artistic skills in their area of creative activity.
• Apply knowledge of music theory to their area of creative activity.
• Apply knowledge of musicology to their area of creative activity .

Upon completion of the BA degree program, students should be able to:

• Apply knowledge of music theory to performances on their major instrument/voice.
• Apply knowledge of music history to performances on their major instrument/voice.
• Demonstrate research and writing skills within the field of music studies.

Upon completion of the BM degree program, students should be able to:

• Apply knowledge of music theory to performances on their major instrument/voice.
• Apply knowledge of music history to performances on their major instrument/voice.
• Demonstrate technical and artistic skills on their major instrument/voice or through original compositions.

Upon completion of the BMA degree program, students should be able to:

• Apply knowledge of music theory to performances on their major instrument/voice.
• Apply knowledge of music history to performances on their major instrument/voice.
• Demonstrate technical and artistic skills on their major instrument/voice or through original compositions.

Upon completion of the DMA degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate technical and artistic skills in their area of creative activity.
• Apply knowledge of music theory to their area of creative activity.  
• Apply knowledge of musicology to their area of creative activity.

Upon completion of the MM degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate technical and artistic skills in their area of creative activity or research.
• Able to apply knowledge of music theory to their area of creative activity or research.
• Apply knowledge of musicology to their area of performance or research.

Upon completion of the MME degree program, students should be able to:

• Design and implement appropriate research-based curricula.
• Reflect critically upon personal philosophy and practice within the context of contemporary music education.
• Demonstrate effective skills in measurement and evaluation.
• Apply knowledge of music theory and musicology/ethnomusicology to their area of music education.

Upon completion of the MME degree program, students should be able to:

• Apply knowledge of music theory to performances on their major instrument/voice.
• Apply knowledge of music history to performances on their major instrument/voice.
• Demonstrate technical and artistic skills on their major instrument/voice or through original compositions.
• Demonstrate effective music classroom teaching skills.

Upon completion of the PhD degree program, students should be able to:

• Design and implement appropriate research-based studies that are significant and contribute to the discipline.
• Demonstrate broad knowledge of the philosophical, psychological, and sociological foundations of music education.
• Apply knowledge of music theory and musicology/ethnomusicology to their area of research.

Upon completion of the BFA degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate skills in singing and musicianship while in the classroom/studio and in fully produced performances, as well as the ability to integrate those techniques with acting and dance skills in the context of a pre-professional bachelor of fine arts curriculum.
• Demonstrate skills in acting and characterization while in the classroom/studio, and in fully produced performances, as well as the ability to integrate those techniques in the context of a pre-professional bachelor of fine arts curriculum.
• Demonstrate skills in musical theatre dance while in the classroom/studio and in fully produced performances, as well as the ability to integrate those techniques in the context of a pre-professional bachelor of fine arts curriculum.
• Develop skills in singing and musicianship while in the classroom/studio as well as the ability to integrate those techniques in the context of a pre-professional bachelor of fine arts curriculum.
• Develop skills in dance while in the classroom/studio as well as the ability to integrate those techniques in the context of a pre-professional bachelor of fine arts curriculum.
• Develop skills in acting while in the classroom/studio as well as the ability to integrate those techniques in the context of a pre-professional bachelor of fine arts curriculum.

Upon completion of the BFA degree program, students should be able to:

• Recognize and apply the formal and conceptual principles and elements of design.
• Demonstrate the ability to think critically, analytically, and conceptually about design with an understanding of the theoretical frameworks of the discipline.
• Design, develop, and critique an original body of work.
• Select and manipulate a variety of materials that effectively integrate form and content into meaningful communication and user experiences.
• Demonstrate professional standards in the design, production, and presentation of their work. (The ability to design and produce appropriate solutions that successfully communicate visual literacy and demonstrate creative concepts together with an effective use of materials and techniques).
• Contextualize the relationship between a social/cultural problem and a design solution.
• Employ appropriate design methods and analysis for investigation.

Upon completion of the GAMA degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate specialized knowledge of the culture and politics of specific regions, and/or of the societal and policy significance of their chosen thematic area of study.
• Develop the ability to identify, gather and effectively employ empirical evidence to support a central argument.
• Demonstrate the ability to think and communicate in an analytical, policy-relevant fashion.

Upon complettion of the BA degree program, students should be able to:

• Analyze complex international phenomena by employing theoretical and conceptual knowledge gained via coursework.
• Make effective use of empirical evidence, logic, and/or secondary literature to support analysis of complex international phenomena.
• Produce written work that meets high standards of academic and professional communication.

Upon completion of the MAIS degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate specialized knowledge of the culture and politics of specific regions, and/or the societal and policy significance of their chosen thematic area of study.
• Develop the ability to identify, gather and effectively employ empirical evidence to support a central argument.
• Ability to think and communicate in analytical, policy relevant fashion.

Upon completion of the MAIR  degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate specialized knowledge of the culture and politics of specific regions and/or of the societal and policy significance of their chosen thematic area of study.
• Develop the ability to identify, gather and effectively employ empirical evidence to support a central argument.
• Demonstrate the ability to think and communicate in an analytical, policy-relevant fashion.

Upon completion of the MA degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate thorough understanding and competency in mass  communication theory and current practices in a specific area of emphasis, study, or profession (advertising, public relations, journalism and media studies, creative media production, or media management).
• Demonstrate the ability to successfully apply mass communication knowledge in the targeted area of study to solve problems and to produce scholarly and/or creative works, including but not limited to original research, professional campaign, TV, radio, or multimedia production, documentary, or other creative activity, in the form of thesis, project, or comprehensive exam. Items in the rubric include application of critical thinking, engaged inquiry, solid methodology, analysis, and/professional expertise, and effective written and oral communication.
• Evidence of the ability to show commitment to the professional community and to demonstrate awareness of the same though application of knowledge and skills; exhibit wiliness to follow professional conduct in the area of study (integrity, ethical behavior, ability to work with diverse groups of peoples, and engagement in professional conduct toward all groups). Items in the rubric include expectations of the particular area of study in terms of professional and research conduct and self-reflection.

Upon completion of the PhD degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate a thorough understanding and competency in mass communication theory and current practices in a specific area of emphasis, study, or profession (advertising, public relations, journalism and media studies, creative media production, or media management).
• Demonstrate the ability to successfully apply mass communication knowledge in the targeted area of study to solve problems and to produce scholarly and/or creative works, including but not limited to original research, professional campaign, TV, radio, or multimedia production, documentary, or other creative activity, in the form of thesis, project, or comprehensive exam. Items in the rubric include application of critical thinking, engaged inquiry, solid methodology, analysis, and professional expertise, and effective written and oral communication.
• Demonstrate evidence of students’ ability to show commitment to the professional community and to demonstrate awareness of the same thorough application of knowledge and skills; exhibit wiliness to follow professional conduct in the area of study (integrity, ethical behavior, ability to work with diverse groups of peoples, and engagement in professional conduct toward all groups). Items in the rubric include expectations of the particular area of study in terms of professional and research conduct and self-reflection.

Upon completion of the GC degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate thorough understanding and competency in media management theory and current practices in a specific area of emphasis, study, or profession (media, advertising, public relations, and marketing).
• Demonstrate the ability to successfully apply media management knowledge in the targeted area of study to solve problems and to produce scholarly and/or creative works, including but not limited to original research, professional campaign, TV, radio, or multimedia production, documentary, or other creative activity. Items in the rubric include application of critical thinking, engaged inquiry, solid methodology, analysis, and/professional expertise, and effective written and oral communication.
• Evidence of students’ ability to show commitment to the professional community and to demonstrate awareness of the same though application of knowledge and skills; exhibit wiliness to follow professional conduct in the area of study (integrity, ethical behavior, ability to work with diverse groups of peoples, and engagement in professional conduct toward all groups). Items in the rubric include expectations of the particular area of study in terms of professional and research conduct and self-reflection.

Upon completion of the MPW degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate a thorough understanding and competency in professional writing theory and current practices in contemporary professional writing, both fiction and nonfiction.
• Demonstrate the ability to successfully apply professional writing knowledge in the chosen genre to solve problems and to produce high-quality, original creative work (book, novel, scenario, etc.) as demonstrated through the written and oral presentation of the project. Items in the rubric include application of critical thinking, engaged inquiry, solid structure for the chosen genre, analysis, and/professional expertise, as well as effective written and oral communication.
• Demonstrate evidence of students’ ability to show commitment to the professional writing community and to demonstrate awareness of the same though application of knowledge and skills; exhibit wiliness to follow professional conduct in the area of study (fiction, non- fiction). Items in the rubric include expectations of the professional writing industry in terms of professional and research conduct and self-reflection.

Upon completion of the MA degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate thorough understanding and competency in digital and/or strategic communication theory and current practices in a specific area of emphasis, study, or profession (advertising and public relations).
• Demonstrate the ability to successfully apply strategic communication knowledge in the targeted area of study to solve problems and to produce scholarly and/or creative works, including but not limited to original research, professional campaign, or other creative activity. Items in the rubric include application of critical thinking, engaged inquiry, solid methodology, analysis, and/professional expertise, and effective written and oral communication.
• Evidence of students’ ability to show commitment to the professional community and to demonstrate awareness of the same though application of knowledge and skills; exhibit wiliness to follow professional conduct in the area of study (integrity, ethical behavior, ability to work with diverse groups of peoples, and engagement in professional conduct toward all groups). Items in the rubric include expectations of the particular area of study in terms of professional and research conduct and self-reflection.

Upon completion of the GC degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate thorough understanding and competency in strategic planning theory and current practices in a specific area of emphasis, study, or profession (media, advertising, public relations, and marketing).
• Demonstrate the ability to successfully apply media management knowledge in the targeted area of study to solve problems and to produce scholarly and/or creative works, including but not limited to original research, professional campaign, TV, radio, or multimedia production, documentary, or other creative activity. Items in the rubric include application of critical thinking, engaged inquiry, solid methodology, analysis, and/professional expertise, and effective written and oral communication.
• Evidence of students’ ability to show commitment to the professional community and to demonstrate awareness of the same though application of knowledge and skills; exhibit wiliness to follow professional conduct in the area of study (integrity, ethical behavior, ability to work with diverse groups of peoples, and engagement in professional conduct toward all groups). Items in the rubric include expectations of the particular area of study in terms of professional and research conduct and self-reflection.

Upon completion of the MA degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate competency in core business and transactional law.
• Students will demonstrate competency in skills required of a transactional or business lawyer.

• Students enrolled in the GC. program in U.S. Legal Studies who plan to earn a certificate in Energy & Natural Resources Law will successfully complete a minimum of 12 credits in law courses focused on energy and natural resources law.

• Students enrolled in the LL.M. program in U.S. Legal Studies who plan to earn a certificate in Energy & Natural Resources Law will successfully complete a minimum of 12 credits in law courses focused on energy and natural resources law.

• LL.M. candidates seeking a certificate in Indigenous Peoples Law will successfully complete at least 12 credits focused on American Indian Law.

Upon completion of the JD degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of substantive and procedural law.
• Demonstrate proficiency in legal analysis and reasoning, legal research,  problem solving, and written and oral communication in the legal context.
• Acquire knowledge of proper professional and ethical responsibilities to clients and the legal system.
• Demonstrate proper professional and ethical responsibilities to clients and the legal system.
• Develop other professional skills needed for competent and ethical participation as a member of the legal profession.
• Become familiar with the use of technology to support the practice of law.
• Demonstrate an awareness of lawyers’ responsibilities to society including the provision of pro bono legal service.

Upon completion of the MLS degree program, students should be able to:

• Compare and contrast the legal and regulatory framework of the public and private systems for financing the purchase of healthcare services.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the different relationships at the healthcare enterprise level and within enterprises.
• Apply the rules and best practices governing the quality of healthcare.
• Navigate the rules and practices that govern the fair and accurate billing for healthcare.
• Analyze the rules and practices relating to health information and privacy protection.

Upon completion of the LLM degree program, students should be able to:

• Analyze major federal and state statutes, regulations, government advisory opinions, judicial opinions, and initiatives in the area of health law and policy.
• Examine the past and present regulations of health care access, cost, quality, liability, organization, and finance.
• Examine the behaviors and activities of individual and institutional health care providers and public and private payers that can lead to civil, administrative, and criminal sanctions.
• Conduct quality legal research involving federal and state laws and policies impacting patients, insureds, and human research subjects in the United States.
• Demonstrate understanding of the federal common law, statutes, and regulations governing healthcare delivery in the United States.

Upon completion of the Indigenous Peoples degree program, students should be able to:

• Conduct quality legal research involving the complex laws and policies of federal Indian laws.
• Discuss the relationship between legal sources from the U.S. system of government involving the Constitution, Supreme Court decisions, and federal statutes and policies with respect to the structure and interpretation of civil and criminal law, administrative law, and tribal law as related to the three sovereigns (federal, state, & tribal sovereigns). In a written exercise the students discuss issues concerning the three sovereigns.
• Analyze major historical federal statutes, Supreme Court decisions, treaties, and Indian policy initiatives from the seventeenth century through the present, including the eras of Removal, Allotment, Reorganization, Termination, and Self-Determination.
• Critique federal Indian laws and policies related to criminal jurisdiction in Indian Country.
• Analyze problems and formulate solutions using legal sources concerning issues among Indigenous communities in Indian Country.
• Communicate ideas, concepts, and biographies about issues in tribal communities and among Indigenous individuals as related to federal Indian laws and policies.

Upon completion of the Indigenous Peoples LLM degree program, students should be able to:

• Conduct quality legal research involving the complex laws and policies of federal Indian laws.
• Discuss the relationship between legal sources from the U.S. system of government involving the Constitution, Supreme Court decisions, and federal statutes and policies with respect to the structure and interpretation of civil and criminal law, administrative law, and tribal law as related to the three sovereigns (federal, state, & tribal sovereigns). In a written exercise the students discuss issues concerning the three sovereigns.
• Analyze major historical federal statutes, Supreme Court decisions, treaties, and Indian policy initiatives from the seventeenth century through the present, including the eras of Removal, Allotment, Reorganization, Termination, and Self-Determination.
• Critique federal Indian laws and policies related to criminal and civil jurisdiction in Indian Country, tribal courts, natural resources, and religion, culture, & Indian law.
• Demonstrate understanding of the federal common law, statutes, and regulations governing indigenous people in the United States.

Upon the completion of the program students should be able to:

• Apply knowledge of transnational legal systems, the European Union, NAFTA, WTO, and UNCITRAL in analyzing their effects on international business and international transactions.
• Conduct quality legal research to find and use various sources of international and transnational business law.
• Access legal aspects of commercial activity between countries, including sales of goods across national boundaries, IP licensing, international tax structures, international arbitration, key international payment systems, and corporate law in a global market.
• Identify regulatory structures used to combat international corruption and analyze how these structures and sanction regimes affect business transactions.
• Identify and assess the roles and responsibilities of multinational corporations with respect to human rights.
• Identify and analyze fundamental issues in at least one of the following: (i) Key international finance principles related to trans-border trade, global capital markets, and regulation of international bank finance. (ii) Legal issues related to exploration, production, and marketing of petroleum.

Upon the completion of the program students should be able to:

• Demonstrate understanding of the international laws, statutes, and regulations governing businesses around the world.

Upon the completion of the program students should be able to:

• Students engage in simulated or client-focused experiences commonly encountered in international law practice.

• Students demonstrate competence in performing litigation skills.
• Students will demonstrate oral and written advocacy skills.
• Students engage with professional litigators to improve networking skills.

Upon completion of the LLM degree program, students should be able to:

• Demonstrate basic knowledge of the American Legal System.
• Demonstrate proficiency in legal analysis and reasoning and legal research in the American Legal System.
• Demonstrate in-depth knowledge and ability to critique in one of the following categories of legal knowledge: Energy and Natural Resources, Indigenous Peoples Law, or the U.S Legal System.

Upon completion of the OGEL degree program, students should be able to:

• Identify how oil and gas contracts are drafted.
• Analyze legal issues surrounding upstream and midstream law.
• Apply research and negotiation skills to the energy industry.
• Evaluate oil and gas regulatory practices.
• Analyze project economics and finance within the oil and gas industry.

• Students will demonstrate competence in foundational energy law concepts.
• Students will apply knowledge of energy industries through simulation or client-centered projects.

Upon completion of the MA degree program, students should be able to:

• Conduct academic research with a level of competence that exhibits mastery of academic writing and interdisciplinary research; advancing interdisciplinary research and analysis skills.
  • Create and support arguments using research using information from within multiple discipline.
  • Access, analyze, and synthesize interdisciplinary information and ideas to identify underlying assumptions and formulate conclusions.
  • Communicate accurately and clearly in writing using a scholarly interdisciplinary approach to administrative leadership.
• Communicate ideas and concepts, through writing and other media, from an administrative leadership perspective.
• Assess organizational change by integrating ethical responsibility and a commitment to diversity and crosscultural leadership in the decision making processes and organizational culture.
• Critically analyze research in the field of administrative leadership as consumers and producers of quality research.
• Apply techniques related to administrative leadership to create, sustain, and change cultures within organizations.
• Construct effective plans to implement and enhance organizational communication.
• Critique organizational culture and operations by informed management and leadership decision-making.

Upon completion of the BS degree program, students should be able to demonstrate the ability to:

• Understand the mechanics of air traffic control within the national airspace system; Ability to understand the physiological effects on pilots and passengers aboard aircraft in the national airspace system; Ability to perform simple math problems when ensuring proper separation between aircraft; Ability to determine lead point for vectoring aircraft; Ability to understand the effects of weather on aircraft; Ability to separate aircraft using time and heading calculations; Ability to create a runway repair program by partnering with civil engineers.
• Analyze and interpret data: Ability to determine rates of climb and descent, based on type of aircraft; Ability to understand the effect of a bad clearance on system safety; Ability to keep aircraft separated in high volume control zones; Ability to think critically.
• Work effectively in teams: Ability to understand how that cultural differences might affect communication.
• Communicate effectively, using both written and oral communication skills Ability to communicate effectively, given FAA Order 7110.65; Ability to explain control strategies; Ability to keep calm while controlling many aircraft.
• Engage in and recognize the need for life-long learning Ability to understand the benefit of experience when controlling aircraft; Ability to understand how that professional development is a lifelong goal, not a short term goal.
• Assess contemporary issues Ability to read about contemporary issues in flight and on the ground and discuss plausible solutions to issues that threaten system safety.
• Use the techniques, skills and modern technology necessary for professional practice Ability to use electronic devices while controlling aircraft.
• Assess the national and international aviation environment Ability to understand the differences between the FAA and ICAO ways of controlling aircraft; Ability to understand how cultural differences might cause an unsafe situation if the controller does not mitigate threats and risks.
• Apply pertinent knowledge in identifying and solving problems Ability to accurately apply rules to stabilize air traffic in high volume airspace.
• Apply knowledge of business sustainability to aviation issues Ability to operate in an IFR environment, while saving fuel and time.
• Practices professional deportment.

Upon completion of the BS degree program, students should be able to demonstrate the ability to:

• Apply simple math equations to solve problems; Ability to use computer programs to create solutions to problems.
• Analyze and interpret data.
• Create legal case briefs by reading and interpreting legal explanations and court rulings; Ability to  determine how to avoid unethical behavior; Ability to create a research project, devise a method, collect data, and interpret data by use of statistical analysis and critical thinking skills.
• Work effectively in teams: Ability to lead a group of diverse individuals.
• Understanding of professional and ethical decision making.
• Communicate effectively, using both written and oral communication skills Ability to clearly present case briefs or give oral reports on complex subjects; Ability to manage projects effectively by use of oral and written communication; Ability to write procedures and rules for business.
• Engage in and recognize the need for life-long learning Ability to determine how life experiences can make life easier over time; Ability to understand that bad behavior is as present in life as good behavior, and some people don’t know the difference; Ability to build competencies in the field of choice.
• Assess contemporary issues Ability to understand how past experiences can help prevent wrong actions; Ability to interpret from NTSB narrative what the key issues were in any aircraft accident report; Ability to understand the benefit of reading Aviation Safety Reporting Systems data sets.
• Use the techniques, skills, and modern technology necessary for professional practice.
• Have an understanding of the national and international aviation environment.
• Apply knowledge of business sustainability to aviation issues Ability to operate in an IFR environment, while saving fuel and time.
• Practice professional deportment.

Upon completion of the BS degree program, students should be able to:

• Apply mathematics, science, and applied sciences to aviation-related disciplines Ability to perform simple math problems; Ability to understand the nature of gases; Ability to understand meteorological conditions.
• Analyze and interpret data: Ability to read and understand performance data; Ability to apply formulate to varying conditions; Ability to interpret complex situations and identify right behavior; Standard of Excellence Score >100%, but greater than 70% is minimally acceptable by FAA standards.
• Work effectively in teams Ability to read and understand performance data; Ability to apply formulate to varying conditions; Ability to interpret complex situations and identify right behavior.
• Communicate effectively, using both written and oral communication skills Ability to communicate effectively, by use of common radio phraseology; Ability to explain aerial maneuvers; Understand the benefits of effective communication among pilots and air traffic controllers; Ability to use the case brief format to explain complex law cases.
• Engage in and recognize the need for life-long learning Ability to see the benefit of building experience as a pilot; Ability to usehistorical examples to support rightthinking in the cockpit; Ability tounderstand the benefit of sustained, right behavior; Ability to understand how Capstone opportunities build a person’s confidence in solving operational problems.
• Assess contemporary issues Ability to understand how past experiences can help prevent wrong actions; Ability to interpret from NTSB narrative what the key issues were in any aircraft accident report; Ability to understand the benefit of reading Aviation Safety Reporting Systems data sets.
• Use the techniques, skills and modern technology necessary for professional practice.  Ability to use electronic devices while controlling aircraft.
• Assess the national and international aviation environment.  Ability to understand how the national airspace system works and how to operate within it.
• Apply pertinent knowledge in identifying and solving problems.  Ability to solve systems problems and derive a safe course of action when confronted with aircraft malfunctions; Ability to decide when an alternate is necessary and when it is best to proceed to that alternate; Ability to know when an approach is unstable and then to recover.
• Apply knowledge of business sustainability to aviation issues.  Ability to operate in an IFR environment, while saving fuel and time.
• Practices professional deportment.

• Apply ethical decision-making in criminal justice issues within corrections management.
• Propose solutions to the problems present in the corrections management system of the United States.

Upon completion of the BS degree program, students should be able to:

• Integrate diverse interdisciplinary research into proposed solutions to existing issues in criminal justice.
  • Define the different disciplines, and determine interdisciplinary within areas of knowledge and across areas of knowledge.
  • Comprehend, think, and write as interdisciplinary individuals.
  • Apply Interdisciplinarity to real world situations and problem to propose solutions in Criminal Justice.
• Communicate ideas from an interdisciplinary liberal studies perspective through writing and other media.
• Synthesize diverse perspectives and viewpoints to develop informed beliefs and ethical reasoning, including respect for diverse cultures, multicultural understanding and awareness, ethical social and civic responsibility, and principled decision-making within the criminal justice profession.
• Examine statistical research in criminal justice to determine its value and application within a global society.
  • Assess the use and value of research in criminal justice related to social issues and a global society.
  • Evaluate multiple perspectives and articulate what it means to contribute to a community and learn from those with diverse cultures and perspectives.
• Critique components of the criminal justice system to propose improvements in processes and operations.
• Apply criminal justice theory to decision-making in criminal justice.
• Apply methods of criminal investigations and forensic science in real-world situations.

Upon completion of the MS degree program, students should be able to:

• Conduct academic research with a level of competence that exhibits mastery of academic writing and interdisciplinary research; advancing interdisciplinary research and analysis skills.
  • Create and support arguments using research using information from within multiple disciplines.
  • Access, analyze, and synthesize interdisciplinary information and ideas to identify underlying assumptions and formulate conclusions.
  • Communicate accurately and clearly in writing scholarly interdisciplinary approach to criminal justice.
• Communicate ideas and concepts, through writing and other media, from an interdisciplinary criminal justice perspective.
• Implement professional standards of ethical responsibility that involve respect for diverse cultures, multicultural understanding and awareness, ethical social and civic responsibility, and principled decision making for criminal justice professionals.
• Critically analyze research in the field of Criminal Justice as consumers and producers of quality research.
• Analyze and apply the theoretical foundations of criminal justice, criminal justice policy development in the United States, and ethical decision-making in criminal justice.
• Specialize in of the following areas of knowledge within the field of Criminal Justice with a goal of being able to analyze and propose solutions to existing issues:
  • Corrections Management,
  • Restorative Justice Administration,
  • Leadership,
  • Or a specialized field of study chosen in conjunction with a departmental advisor.

Upon completion of the MA degree program, students should be able to:

• Conduct academic research with a level of competence that exhibits mastery of academic writing and interdisciplinary research; advancing interdisciplinary research and analysis skills.
  • Create and support arguments using research using information from within multiple disciplines. 
  • Access, analyze, and synthesize interdisciplinary information and ideas to identify underlying assumptions and formulate conclusions.
  • Communicate accurately and clearly in writing scholarly interdisciplinary approach to human and health service administration.
• Communicate ideas and concepts, through writing and other media, from a human and health administration perspective.
• Implement professional standards of ethical responsibility and diversity when working with organizations engaged in health and human services administration.
• Critically analyze research in the field of health and human services as consumers and producers of quality research.
• Analyze the theoretical foundations of ethical decision making and strategic planning/evaluation to aid in initiatives within the field of human and health administration.
• Gain specialized skills and abilities for handling diversity of cultural and social groups within health and human administration.
• Apply concepts of leadership and management handling special populations within health and human administration.

Upon completion of the MA degree program, students should be able to demonstrate the required knowlede:

• Graduates will recognize characteristics of the natural sciences, social sciences, and the humanities and apply interdisciplinary approaches in an integrated way in order to understand complex problems.
  • Identify categories of knowledge, along with subcategories, focusing on natural science, social science, and humanities.
  • Integrate aspects of natural science, social science, and humanities to their program or field of study.
• Graduates will research and communicate ideas about complex problems.
  • Develop ability in critical thinking and evaluation.
  • Develop ability to conduct research involving complex problems.
  • Develop ability to write about complex problems using graduate level academic writing standards.
• Contribute to the field of interdisciplinarity and specific areas of Integrated Studies research and practice by proposing data-driven solutions to related issues.
• Communicate research and ideas in writing, presentations, and discussions concerning complex problems from an Integrated Studies perspective.
• Integrate considerations of professional ethics, diversity, and cultural identity when considering complex problems related to Integrated Studies.
• Critically analyze research concerning complex problems related to Integrated Studies as consumers and producers of quality research.
• Conduct academic research with a level of competence that exhibits mastery of academic writing and interdisciplinary research; advancing research and analysis skills.
• Analyze scholarly literature to reflect on one’s own lifelong learning, educational motivation, time management, and professional goal attainment.
• Critique characteristics of the natural sciences, social sciences, and the humanities and apply interdisciplinary approaches in an integrated way in order to solve complex problems.
• Integrate aspects of natural science, social science, and humanities to an area of study and research.

Upon completion of the PhD degree program, students should be able to demonstrate the required knowlede:

• Students are expected to demonstrate advanced knowledge of the individual disciplines and the interdisciplinary domain that informs their research. Upon completion of their degree, students are expected to be able to show this knowledge and expertise in writing and in professional discussions.
• Students are expected to demonstrate the ability to make an advanced argument reflecting a broad understanding of the interdisciplinary scholarly domain and an informed perspective on the dissertation topic.
• Students will demonstrate the ability to propose new research directions and develop independent research resulting in original contribution to their interdisciplinary domain of study.

Upon completion of the BAIS degree program, students should be able to demonstrate the required knowlede:

• Apply an interdisciplinary approach to problem-solving within liberal studies.
  • Define the different disciplines, and determine interdisciplinary within areas of knowledge and across areas of knowledge.
  • Comprehend, think, and write as interdisciplinary individuals.
  • Apply Interdisciplinarity to real-world situations and problem.
  • Formulate an interdisciplinary approach to liberal studies.
• Effectively use creative and critical analysis to communicate information and ideas from a lifespan care perspective through writing and other media.
• Synthesize diverse perspectives and viewpoints to develop informed beliefs about values, ethical reasoning, and civic responsibility concerning issues in the natural sciences, social sciences, and humanities.
• Examine the value and skills involved in goal setting, motivation to achievement, life-long learning, roles as citizens in communities and society, multiple perspectives, and civic participation in communities and global society.
  • Examine values of goal attainment, motivation, and life-long learning for themselves and society.
  • Evaluate multiple perspectives and articulate what it means to contribute to a community and learn from those with diverse cultures and perspectives.
  • Contribute to communities through socially responsible engagement and leadership.
• Apply practical concepts learned through the study of the natural sciences to problem-solving in daily life.
• Apply practical concepts learned through the study of the humanities to problem-solving in daily life.
• Analyze various perspectives and situations to propose solutions to social science issues.

Upon completion of the BA degree program, students should be able to:

• Apply an interdisciplinary approach to problem-solving within liberal studies.
  • Define the different disciplines, and determine interdisciplinary within areas of knowledge and across areas of knowledge.
  • Comprehend, think, and write as interdisciplinary individuals.
  • Apply Interdisciplinarity to real world situations and problem.
  • Formulate an interdisciplinary approach to liberal studies.
• Effectively use creative and critical analysis to communicate information and ideas from a lifespan care perspective through writing and other media.
• Synthesize diverse perspectives and viewpoints to develop informed beliefs about values, ethical reasoning, and civic responsibility concerning issues in the natural sciences, social sciences, and humanities.
• Examine the value and skills involved in goal setting, motivation to achievement, life-longlearning, roles as citizens in communities and society, multipleperspectives, and civic participation in communities and global society.
  • Examine values of goal attainment, motivation, and life-long learning for themselves and society.
  • Evaluate multiple perspectives and articulate what it means to contribute to a community and learn from those with diverse cultures and perspectives.
  • Contribute to communities through socially responsible engagement and leadership.
• Apply practical concepts learned through the study of the natural sciences to problem-solving in daily life.
• Analyze various perspectives and situations to propose solutions to social science issues.
• Apply practical concepts learned through the study of the humanities to problem-solving in daily life.

Upon completion of the BA degree program, students should be able to

• Integrate diverse interdisciplinary research into proposed solutions to existing issues in lifespan care for children, adolescents, or elderly individuals. a) Define the different disciplines and determine interdisciplinary within areas of knowledge and across areas of knowledge in lifespan care. b) Comprehend, think, and write as interdisciplinary individuals. c) Apply Interdisciplinarity to real world situations and problem. d) Formulate an interdisciplinary approach to lifespan care.
• Effectively use creative and critical analysis to communicate information and ideas from a lifespan care perspective through writing and other media.
• Synthesize diverse perspectives and viewpoints concerning lifespan development, health, and care to develop informed beliefs about best-practices, ethical reasoning, and decision-making, and responsibility to the client or patient and their family.
• Examine the value and skills involved in goal setting, motivation to achievement, life-long learning, roles as citizens in communities and society, multiple perspectives, and civic participation in communities within the Lifespan Care profession. a) Examine values of goal attainment, motivation, and life-long learning for themselves and society. b) Evaluate multiple perspectives and articulate what it means to contribute to a community and learn from those with diverse cultures and perspectives. c) Contribute to communities through socially responsible engagement and leadership.
• Apply the concepts of developmental health necessary to serve in leadership roles in caregiving organizations or facilities.
• Critique lifespan care concepts related to care provided to children, adolescents, or elderly individuals as a lifespan care professionals.
• Analyze the skills necessary to effectively manage staff and administrators in organizations and facilities that provide a wide range of lifespan care services.
• Integrate aspects of natural science, social science, and humanities to an area of study and research.

Upon completion of the MA degree program, students should be able to:

• Conduct academic research with a level of competence that exhibits mastery of academic writing and interdisciplinary research; advancing interdisciplinary research and analysis skills.
• Communicate ideas and concepts, through writing and other media, from a museum studies perspective.
• Implement professional standards of ethical responsibility, multi-cultural understanding and awareness, and diversity when working within museums and cultural centers making its collections and services available to the full range of audiences, respecting their diversity.
• Critically analyze research in the field of museum studies as consumers and producers of quality research.
• Apply leadership and management skills into the culture of the museum and in the development of exhibits and programs, including house and small museums., including house and small museums.
• Critique the history and architecture of museums, history of federal Indian law to relevant federal laws and policy.
• Critically analyze controversies when planning museums, exhibit management, and collections management.
• Analyze collections, curation, community and cultural diversity identity, historic preservation, and education within museum settings.

Upon completion of the MA degree program, students should be able to:

• Assess organizational change by integrating ethical responsibility, a commitment to diversity, and cross-cultural leadership in decision-making processes and organizational cultures.
• Conduct interdisciplinary research on topics associated with leadership, and compose problem statements and solutions to problems based upon research.

Upon completion of the MPS degree program, students should be able to:

• Conduct academic research with a level of competence that exhibits mastery of academic writing and interdisciplinary research; advancing interdisciplinary research and analysis skills.
  • Create and support arguments using research using information from within multiple discipline.
  • Access, analyze, and synthesize interdisciplinary information and ideas to identify underlying assumptions and formulate conclusions.
  • Communicate accurately and clearly in writing scholarly interdisciplinary approach to prevention science.
• Communicate ideas and concepts, through writing and other media, from a prevention science perspective.
• Implement professional standards of ethical responsibility and diversity when working with individuals and within organizations engaged in prevention science.
• Critically analyze research in the field of prevention science as consumers and producers of quality research.
• Execute the major tasks associated with planning and evaluation in prevention science to include program development, implementation, and evaluation strategies.
• Apply leadership and management skills to direct community organizations, public policy, and environmental change.
• Analyze the fundamental principles and elements of prevention during different phases and stages of life, and the foundational principles and elements of prevention science.

Upon completion of the MA degree program, students should be able to:

• Apply ethical decision-making in criminal justice issues within restorative justice.
• Propose solutions to restorative justice issues within the United States.