University of Wisconsin - Stout

University of Wisconsin - Stout

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The University

Involvement and innovation typify a way of life for more than 8,000 students attending University of Wisconsin-Stout. The university has gained an international reputation in its fields as one of the oldest, one of the largest and one of the best. Stout learned long ago that there are no shortcuts to excellence. UW-Stout's programs are built upon a trained staff, the finest in facilities and a curriculum based on the latest technology.

UW-Stout enrolls more than 8,100 students in its 27 undergraduate and 17 graduate programs. Within each of the programs, students are offered opportunities for study in specific areas of interest. UW-Stout students come from 24 states in the United States and 30 nations.

Staff members at UW-Stout are among the best in their fields. They, too, have been attracted to the university by its reputation. Noted for their friendliness and professionalism, staff are eager to help students achieve academic success.

UW-Stout's instructional programs are supported by modern technology, computer and library services. The campus offers a range of professional, cultural, social, athletic and intramural activities.

UW-Stout was founded in 1891 as an educational experiment by James H. Stout, a lumber baron and one of the most progressive educators of his day. Today, UW-Stout is one of 13 universities in the University of Wisconsin System.

Located in Menomonie, a city of 14,900, UW-Stout is surrounded by Wisconsin's natural beauty. The Menomonie area offers a wealth of year-round recreational activities. The community is 60 miles east of Minneapolis-St. Paul on Interstate 94.

Employment of graduates is strong. Because of the university's career-oriented programs, graduates are sought by business, industry and education.

Traditionally, UW-Stout's programs have prepared students for productive careers in business, industry, technology, human development, and art and design. A combination of course work in the humanities and social studies, as well as work in career fields, is a key part of an educational plan that graduates students who live, think and work creatively.


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Recognized Quality


In 2001, UW-Stout became the first university in the nation to receive the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award, America's highest honor for performance excellence and quality achievement. The university's mission driven, market smart focus promotes collaborative leadership and an inclusive strategic planning process. Baldrige Award criteria are used by organizations worldwide. Winning organizations become quality advocates, informing thousands about the criteria benefits, including better employee relations, higher productivity and greater customer satisfaction. More information can be found by following this link:
http://www.uwstout.edu/mba/index.html



Facts about UW-Stout
 
For more Facts about UW-Stout, please visit the following link:
http://www.uwstout.edu/geninfo/facts.html

The University of Wisconsin-Stout gratefully acknowledges financial assistance from the U.S. Department of Education Title III Grant in the development of the content for this Web site.