THRIVE AT THE WOODS
Find your home here, on the beautiful green campus called the Woods. Whether you’re interested in academic challenge, Greek life, theatre, faith, careers and leadership, diversity and social issues, Owls athletics – or a little bit of everything – you’ll find like-minded students and a caring community to support your success.
I fell in love with WWU because it gave me countless opportunities to develop myself as a student and member of the campus community, and build meaningful relationships with my peers and professors.
Molly O’Connell ’22
Plan your visit to The Woods at
26 athletic teams
Tucker Dining Hall has all your favorites – home cooking, new flavors, endless desserts, and lots of options.
The Owl's Nest is the place for coffee, snacks, and meeting up with friends.
14 honorary societies
30+ student clubs and activities
Junior Lake is home to sand volleyball, kayaking, patio parties, and relaxing by the water. Pull up a chair.
Housing options include traditional suite-style, apartment-style, Greek life communities, and the Honors program living-and-learning community.
85% of the student body lives on campus all four years
4 sororities
3 fraternities
“I took a walk in the woods and came out taller than the trees.”
-Henry David Thoreau
Welcome to The Woods.
ACADEMICS AT A GLANCE
School of Business & Technology
School of Arts & Sciences
School of Education
College of Equestrian Studies College of Science & Health
College of Social Sciences & Humanities College of Art, Design, and Media
SCHOOL OF BUSINESS & TECHNOLOGY
Become the next workforce success story when you join the William Woods School of Business. Gain real-world experience and career-ready expertise inside and outside the classroom with internship experiences, student organizations, or oncampus employment opportunities. After you graduate, you can become the next problem-solver, leader, business owner, entrepreneur, manager, or tech expert when you earn your business degree.
Recent WWU graduates work at IBM, Master Card, AT&T, among other renowned companies.
Management occupations project an annual average of around 1.1 million job openings (BLS).
Accounting
Accounting (m)
Accounting & Finance (c)
Advertising & Marketing (c)
Business Administration*
Business Administration (m)
Computer Information
Systems*
Cybersecurity*
Cybersecurity (m)
General Studies
Leadership (A.A.)*
GRADUATE
Management
Management & Leadership
Military Studies (GOLD) (m)
Sport Management
Sport Management (m)
BUSINESS & TECHNOLOGY MAJORS
Business Administration (MBA)
Business Analytics (MSBA)
Business Administration (DBA)
Business Administration (PhD)
Health Administration (MHA)
Management (MSM)
Organizational Leadership (MAOL)
Organizational Leadership (PhD)
williamwoods.edu/academics
(c) Denotes concentration (m) Denotes minor only
*Program available online and on campus in Fulton, Missouri.
SCHOOL OF EDUCATION
Make a difference in your district when you enter the William Woods University School of Education. Shape your education to be the teacher you want with the different concentration and degree paths. Complete several service-learning activities during your education courses, such as math fairs, tutoring, health fairs, practical learning labs and more. Gain real-world experience in local schools by shadowing teachers, as well as trying your hand at student teaching.
College Factual ranked WWU at #11 of fouryear colleges at providing a top quality education for prospective teachers.
100% of first year teachers who were WWU graduates report being prepared to foster positive student relationships.
UNDERGRADUATE EDUCATION MAJORS
Art Education K-12
Biology Education (c)
Early Childhood
Education B-K (c)
Education Foundations (A.S.)
Education Foundations
Elementary Education 1-6
English Education (c)
English Language Arts
GRADUATE EDUCATION MAJORS
Athletics/Activities
Administration (MEd)
Curriculum and Instruction (MEd)
Curriculum and Instruction (EdD)
Curriculum Leadership (EdS)
Educational Leadership (MEd)
Educational Leadership (EdS)
Educational Leadership (EdD)
Educational Technology (c)
Education (c)
Mathematics Education (c)
Middle-level Education 5-9
Physical Education K-12
Science Education (c)
Secondary 9-12 Education
Speech/Theatre Education (c)
Social Science Education (c)
Special Education K-12
K-12 District Leader/ Superintendent (c)
K-12 School Leader (c)
Leadership and Adult Learning in Organizations (EdD)
Reading Instruction (MEd)
Self-Designed (c)
Special Education Director (c)
STEM Education (c)
Teacher Leader (c)
Teaching and Learning (c)
williamwoods.edu/academics
(c) Denotes concentration (m) Denotes minor only
*Program available online and on campus in Fulton, Missouri.
SCHOOL OF ARTS & SCIENCES
Bridge the paths of academic study and professional innovation when you choose one of the many majors in the William Woods University School of Arts & Sciences. This school is home to four Colleges: Art, Design, and Media, Equestrian Studies, Science & Health, and Social Sciences & Humanities. Study a range of subjects providing you with employability skills like critical thinking, problem solving, and the ability to put yourself in someone else’s shoes.
According to a 2018 study done by AAC&U, Arts & Sciences graduates learn skills that employer’s rate as most important for professional success.
UNDERGRADUATE ARTS & SCIENCES MAJORS
American Sign Language (m)
American Sign Language –
English Interpreting
Art
Art Therapy (m)
Biology
Chemistry (m)
Coaching (m)
Communication
Criminal Justice
Deaf Human Services (m)
Digital Filmmaking
Digital Filmmaking (c)
Digital Media (c)
English
Equestrian Science
Equestrian Studies (c)
Equine Administration
Equine Assisted Services (c)
Equine Assisted Services (m)
Equine General Studies
Equine Media (c)
Equine Media (m)
Exercise Science
GRADUATE
Graphic Design (m)
History (m)
Juvenile Justice (m)
Liberal Arts (A.A.)*
Legal Studies
Mathematics (m)
Multimedia Journalism (c)
Music
Photography (c)
Physics (m)
Political & Legal Studies
Pre-Athletic Training
Pre-Med (c)
Pre-Physical Therapy
Pre-Vet (c)
Psychology*
Social Work (m)
Spanish (m)
Sport Communication (c)
Strategic Communication (c)
Strength and Conditioning (c)
Studio Art (c)
Theatre (m)
ARTS & SCIENCES MAJORS
Equestrian Education (MEd) Psychology (MA)
williamwoods.edu/academics
(c) Denotes concentration (m) Denotes minor only
*Program available online and on campus in Fulton, Missouri.
GET INVOLVED ON CAMPUS
GREEK LIFE
Step into a sorority or fraternity and gain lifelong friendships. Greek life is a fantastic opportunity to make connections, attend social events, acquire life skills, and become more well-rounded as a person. All chapters have an on-campus house for students to live in when they join.
Sororities
Alpha Chi Omega
Alpha Phi
Chi Omega
Delta Gamma
Fraternities
Phi Gamma Delta
Pi Kappa Alpha
Sigma Tau Gamma
HONORARY SOCIETIES
Alpha Chi
Alpha Mu Gamma
Alpha Psi Omega
ASL Honor Society
Beta Beta Beta
Gamma Alpha Zeta
Iota Tau Alpha
Kappa Delta Pi
Kappa Mu Epsilon
Lambda Pi Eta
Omicron Delta Kappa
Order of Omega
Phi Alpha
Phi Alpha Delta
Phi Alpha Theta
Psi Chi
Sigma Tau Delta
Art Club
ASL Hands Up Club
Black Student Union (BSU)
Book Club
Campus Activities Board (CAB)
STUDENT ORGS
Join one of WWU's many student organizations and get involved on-campus. No matter your interest, there is a club for you to join. These groups give many opportunities to meet new people, make a difference in your community, and have fun!
Campus Crusade for Christ (Cru)
Conservation Club
DECA
Dungeons and Dragons Club (D&D)
Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA)
Fencing Club
Hoot and a Half Improv Club
Hunter/Jumper Club
LEAD PROGRAM
Inter Fraternity Council (IFC)
Jesters Theatre Company
Jiu Jitsu Club
Judging Team (Equestrian)
Mock Trials
Paddock Club
Pre-Vet Club
Rotaract Club
Saddle Seat Club
SAGE (Biology)
Sexuality and Gender Alliance (SAGA)
Sustaining the Woods
Teacher Association
Western Club
Participate in fun activities and learning opportunities with LEAD events. Students can engage with campus life by attending these events, as well as earn scholarship money. Listen to special guest lectures, watch shows, attend meet-ups, and more! There is a LEAD event for everyone's interests.
MAP OF THE WOODS
William Woods University 1. McNutt Campus Center 2. Sam B. Cook Amphitheatre
3. Butler Family Sorority Circle
Alpha Chi Omega, Alpha Phi, Chi Omega, Delta Gamma 4. Junior Lake
Junior Lake Dock
Sand Volleyball Court
Equestrian XC Course
North Campus Athletic Complex
Lambert Hall
Brockman Hall
11. Serena Hall
Sigma Tau Gamma 12. Cockrell Hall Phi Gamma Delta
Booth Hall
Kappa Alpha
Cox Science and Language Building 15. Woods Academic Building
Dulany Library
University IT
Equestrian Classrooms
Stables – Hunter/Jumper
Stables – Saddle Seat
Stables – Dressage
Stables – Western
23. United Professional Horseman Association (UPHA) Arena
24. Outdoor Riding Arena 25. Rowland Applied Riding Arena
26. Gladys W. Kemper Center for the Arts
27. Senior Lake
28. Dulany Auditorium
29. Jones Hall
30. Tucker Dining Hall
31. Randall B. Cutlip Hall 32. Stone-Campbell Apartments 33. Career Services
34. Thurmond Chapel
35. Burton Business and Economics Building (Bernard J. Weitzman Model Courtroom) 36. Swearingen - Allen - Smith Residential Complex 37. Weider Fitness Center
38. Suzanne Neal Memorial Tennis Complex
39. Center for Human Performance
40. Helen Stephens Sports Complex
41. Backer Sports Complex
42. New Residence Hall
43. Center for Equine Medicine
CHEER ON ATHLETICS
Root for the WWU Owls at every game! Scholarships are available for students interested in participating in athletics. We encourage the entire campus community to support Owls athletics! Check out all the teams at William Woods University:
Football (M) • Baseball (M) • Soccer (M/W)
Tennis (M/W) • Cheerleading (CO-ED)
Flag Football (W) • Lacrosse (M)
Shooting/Archery (CO-ED) • Golf (M/W)
Basketball (M/W) • Wrestling (M/W)
Volleyball (W) • Track and Field (M/W)
Softball (W) • Cross Country (M/W)
Bowling (M/W) • Dance (CO-ED)
KICKSTART YOUR CAREER
Prepare yourself for the workforce with William Wood's Office of Career Services! This on-campus office will help you develop a variety of professional skills for post-college life. With WWU's strategic partners, you will have internships and workforce trainings available to give you experience for your career. When you finish your degree, WWU will still be there to assist you. Its services are extended to online students, adult learners, and alumni. Check out some of the ways they can prepare you for the future:
CAREER
EXPLORATION
NETWORKING & INTERNSHIPS TAILORED
PROFESSIONAL WORKSHOPS
JOB PLACEMENT ASSISTANCE
EXPLORE RESIDENTIAL LIFE
Wake up, go to class, enjoy campus, then sleep in the oncampus residence halls! Students can live on campus for the entirety of their 4-year education and are encouraged to. With William Wood's University's bustling campus life, you'll want to be close to The Woods to enjoy everything it has to offer. Your residence hall will have Residential Advisors, who are dedicated students who can help you make the transition into your new home and make sure you feel welcomed as a new WWU student.
Students beginning their freshman year at William Woods University will typically be placed in Smith-Allen-Swearingen (SAS) Hall for their room placement. Check out the blueprints below to help envision your future rooms while at The Woods:
SMITH-ALLENSWEARINGEN HALL TYPICAL ROOM
LAYOUT
NEW RESIDENCE HALL TYPICAL ROOM LAYOUT
LAMBERT HALL TYPICAL ROOM LAYOUT
FABULOUS FULTON
A small town with a big heart and a national reputation, Fulton, Missouri has it all: trendy dining, quirky shopping, and easy access to big-city amenities when you need them. Plan your visit and discover why our one-of-a-kind Central Missouri hometown is “worth the road trip.”
Gateway to nature
If you love hiking, biking, horseback riding, kayaking, camping, golfing or fishing, you’ll love it here. The natural beauty of Missouri surrounds our green 225-acre campus. Hundreds of acres of state and national parks are nearby including favorites like Mark Twain National Forest and the riverside Katy Trail.
Easy to find
When you want the big city, St. Louis is only 90 miles away; Columbia, MO is thirty minutes. Lake life is only an hour away at world-famous Lake of the Ozarks.
The walkable, historic downtown “Brick District” offers Instaworthy small businesses around every corner. There's chain restaurants and retail too, but why bother … when there’s so much more to explore here?
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AFFORDABILITY COMMITMENT
William Woods University is committed to ensuring that as many students as possible can earn a college degree. Apply for a wide range of scholarships. WWU offers scholarships based on financial need as well as scholarships based on academic, athletic, and performance achievements. Speak with the Family Financial Planner in Admissions, who can assist with finding the right scholarship for you and your financial needs.
100% of students offered financial assistance.
LEAD
scholarship for campus involvement.
26% lower tuition than national average for private universities.
Scholarships Academic, Honors, LEAD, Athletics, and more.
SCHOLARSHIPS AT THE WOODS
Earn scholarships for anything and everything at William Woods University. Your college experience should be accessible, so WWU offers scholarship opportunities to help you pay your tuition. You don’t have to go through the process alone, either. The Admission team’s Family Financial Planner will help find the scholarship and financial aid that is best for you and your budget. You may qualify for a scholarship in:
• Academics
• Athletics
• Equestrian
• Music
• KC Scholars - Institution Only
• LEAD (Attending the requisite number of on-campus LEAD events every month)
• Trek to the Woods (For campus visitors from over 50+ miles away. Applicable either for campus visits or Discovery Day)
• Owl Media Corps (Applied for on-campus student media team)
COURSERA CERTIFICATES
Alongside your degree program, you can earn a Coursera certificate relevant to your career path. Learn valuable insights into the current trajectory and topics of your industry from leading professionals. After you complete the course and earn your certificate, you can add the associated company badge to your LinkedIn page and list the certificate on your resume. These are highly sought over by current employers, so showing off your newfound expertise in your area will make you look like a prime candidate available for hire. You will graduate from WWU with both a degree and a Coursera certificate, setting you apart from other job candidates in the work force.
THE WOODS DIFFERENCE
Become the person you want to be. The Woods is the place where you can grow and learn. Meet people from around the world. Try a class you never thought you’d enjoy. Go to a LEAD event that you wouldn’t consider. Find your future and be the best version of you.
IVY SCHOLARS
Get a jump start on college. For first-timein-college students, the Ivy Scholars precollege summer program offers preparation for college life and academics while earning college credit. Get to know current student mentors and future classmates before the “big move”.
HONORS PROGRAM
Challenge yourself with a selective program that includes a scholarship for dedicated, imaginative students who love to learn. Live, study and experience new academic adventures alongside like-minded students in a supportive community.
WOODS AROUND THE WORLD
Study abroad and explore the world. The Woods Around the World program is a unique approach to education that takes you outside the classroom and into another culture. WWU students have journeyed to every corner of the globe; and they’ll work with you to ensure you can too.
GRADUATE BRIDGE PROGRAM
With the Graduate Bridge Program, students add one year of study to their degree plan and graduate with a WWU master’s degree. There are many options in business, leadership, public health, and education for those driven to excel and eager to make a difference. We also support graduate school planning with preprofessional pathways in the sciences, exercise sciences and pre-med/pre-vet.
ACADEMIC AMENITIES
Fully explore your program of study with WWU’s resources. The Center for Human Performance, Cox Art Gallery, studio spaces, model courtroom, MAC and film labs, cybersecurity testing center, and Center for Equine Medicine are just some examples of the top-notch facilities and amenities that help students learn here.
TAKE ON THE WORLD
WWU graduates go on to work at industry-leading companies, excel in graduate school, and become innovative entrepreneurs. They make a difference in their communities in many ways, building a life of purpose. No matter where you go after graduation, you will carry with you the sense of community and confidence that began during your time at William Woods.
Five Reasons to Love William Woods
Focused on professions-oriented academics, open to new ideas and optimistic about your future.
Friendships made here... last a lifetime!
COOLEST
small town in America.
Scholarships offered to every student.
Athletics, Greek life, culture, clubs, outdoor recreation and more enhance your total campus experience.
