Why Study Museum Techniques at UW-Stevens Point?
This minor is a healthy addition to a major in Resource Management, Biology or other environmental studies for those interested in becoming naturalists in zoos, parks or museums. Individuals possessing the skills acquired in Museum Techniques will enjoy a distinct advantage in a competitive market. Many courses in the university, especially those taken in the Semester Abroad program, may be taken with negotiable credit toward the minor. UWSP’s Museum of Natural History is located in the Learning Resources Center. High School Preparation Courses in the social, physical and natural sciences, as well as in art and oral/written communication, would be good preparation. Sample Program of Study for the Museum Techniques Minor The minor in Museum Techniques is interdepartmental and is administered by the Biology Department. A minor in Museum Techniques consists of a minimum of 22 credits. • Biology 322 • Art 101 or 102, and either Art 103 or 215 • Either (a) or (b): • Anthropology 250, 393 •
