MEDIA CONTACT: Wendy Leopold at (847) 491-4890 or at w-leopold@northwestern.edu

February 3, 2004

Sessions Offered on Master of Science in Education

EVANSTON, Ill. --- College graduates interested in becoming teachers or college or university administrators are invited to attend Master of Science in Education (MSEd) information sessions on Monday, Feb. 16, or Thursday, Feb. 26, at Northwestern University’s School of Education and Social Policy.

The Feb. 16 session from 5:30 to 7 p.m. is designed for individuals interested in learning about a MSEd degree with a focus in higher education administration and policy. Interested participants will hear instructors and current students talk about new courses and internship opportunities. The session will take place in Room 303 of Annenberg Hall, 2120 Campus Drive on the Evanston campus.

The MSEd information session on Thursday, Feb. 26, will focus on Northwestern’s programs in elementary, secondary and advanced teaching. It will take place in Room G02 of Annenberg Hall.

Faculty, staff and current students in the Master of Science in Education program will be available to answer questions and discuss the master's degree program and career options with session participants. Primarily aimed at training and certifying teachers for elementary and secondary schools, the Master of Science in Education program also targets individuals interested in college and university administration.

The Master of Science in Education degree program is offered on either a full or part-time basis. It can be completed in one year or over several years. Evening classes are available. Students admitted into the program can enter any quarter. For more information, call (847) 467-1458 or e-mail the Master’s of Education program at mseprog@mail.sesp.northwestern.edu.