Winona State University was founded in 1858 when the first Minnesota State Legislature established normal schools “to prepare teachers for the common schools of the state.” The first tax-supported school west of the Mississippi River was established at Winona to train teachers for a new frontier. Citizens of Winona quickly supported the school with donations of more than $7,000 in money and land.
The oldest member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System, Winona State offers more than 80 undergraduate, pre-professional, licensure, graduate, and doctorate programs on its three campuses: the original Main Campus in Winona, the West Campus in Winona, and Winona State University-Rochester.
With information on finding jobs and internships to career outlook and top employers, the Winona State University-Rochester Career Services staff can help you move forward in your career.
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The International Services Office is the initial contact for all international students. They have the training and experience to help with the concerns and issues of international students.
The staff welcomes students to campus and assists them with the transition to life at an American university. Upon arrival at WSU, students visit the International Student Office to pick up an arrival packet. International students participate in an orientation program, where thy review immigration regulation, find answers to questions, get to the know the university and the community, receive registration information, and learn about the requirements of the Cross-Cultural Scholarship program.
Community Engagement at Winona State University is about connecting students to purpose driven work that applies their learning from the classroom to the community they live in.
Winona State students answer the call to serve over and over again. Whether in New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina, Rushford and Stockton after the floods of 2007, Moorhead after the Red River flood in 2008, or every year here in Winona raking leaves, being Big Brothers and Big Sisters, and supporting victims of domestic violence, our students are there to help.
Krueger Library has over 479,855 print and e-volumes, access to more than 100 databases and is a U.S. Federal Depository with more than 20,000 government resources in paper and 100,000 in microfilm formats.
Whether you have basic questions about research or need one-on-one assistance, the Krueger Library has the tools, resources and staff to help you successfully complete your project.
Winona State University-Rochester uses the latest technology to bring digital resources and possibilities to each of our students. With the option to participate in the eWarrior Digital Life and Learning Program, students are outfitted with WSU-supported laptops and tablets.
Nobody likes to be sick, so you can count on the physician, on-site lab technologist, and three nurse practitioners in Health Services to help you get well as soon as possible.
From injuries to illnesses to immunizations, the Health Services team has you covered from head to toe with both primary care and specialty services.
Widely known for our stunning natural setting, the WSU Winona campus is nestled between picturesque bluffs and the Mississippi River – meaning that rock climbing, paddle boarding, hiking, kayaking (and more) are within a mile of campus.
Additionally, the city of Winona is home to a wide range of art, music and theater opportunities, as well as museums, local boutiques, and festivals galore.
Staying healthy is important but that is often easier said than done as a student. The RCTC Sports Center Fieldhouse provides several opportunities to help you reach your health goals.
With nearly 180 student clubs at WSU, you’ll have lots of options to find your niche with like-minded people and expand your network with those of different perspectives.
Looking to volunteer? There are community-focused clubs for that. Wondering how you can practice your religion and celebrate your heritage? There are student organizations for that, too.
Want to nerd out with others in your major? There are plenty of academic clubs to choose from. Ready to hone in on a personal hobby? We have a club for that—from anime to frisbee golf to ballroom dance!
Winona State and its programs are accredited by the following organizations:
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I studied at the University of Education, Winneba, and honestly, it�s been a good experience. The lecturers are dedicated and always ready to help you understand what they teach. I really liked the teaching practice part of the programme because it gave me real classroom experience and helped me build confidence as a future teacher. One thing I didn�t really like is the student portal. It�s not user-friendly at all, and sometimes it takes a long time to access results or register for courses. I think if they work on improving that, things would be much easier for students. Aside from that, UEW is a great place to study, especially if you�re passionate about teaching. I�ve learned a lot and would definitely recommend it to anyone who wants to become a good teacher.
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