College of Science and Engineering at the University of Minnesota
College of Science and Engineering
http://cse.umn.edu/

Office of Associate Dean for Undergraduate Programs

The Associate Dean for Undergraduate Programs is responsible for overseeing initiatives that support and enhance the undergraduate experience within the College of Science and Engineering. Responsibilities are divided into three primary areas: Student Programs and Engagement, Academic Advising, and Career Services.

The office has responsibilities as outlined below:

Student Programs and Engagement

  • student recruitment [freshman and transfer students]
  • residential housing opportunities [CSE House, WISE House, Honors House]
  • outreach [FIRST Robotics & Lego League, Project Lead the Way (PLTW), Math & Science Fun Fair, STEM summer camps, K-12]
  • diversity [North Star STEM Alliance]
  • scholarships and student awards
  • research opportunities, UROP
  • leadership opportunities; student organizations
  • college level ABET coordination
  • collegiate events  [Sneak Preview, Welcome Week, Dean's reception, commencement]
  • international experiences [May Seminars, internships, study abroad; EWB, IAESTE]

Academic Advising

  • advanced placement
  • advising appointments
  • course equivalencies
  • degree planning
  • four-year plans
  • orientation
  • probation and suspension
  • transfer admission
  • admission into major
  • academic standards committee
  • curriculum committee

Career Center

  • career fairs
  • graduate and professional school application assistance
  • interviewing
  • job search preparation
  • career exploration
  • recruiting
  • job offers and salary negotiations
  • resumes, cover letters, follow up communication
  • transition to employment
Paul Strykowski Photo

Paul J. Strykowski

Associate Dean for Undergraduate Programs
Tel: 612-624-5091
Fax: 612-624-2841
Email: pstry@umn.edu

Staff

Susan Kubitschek - 2011 Photo

Susan Kubitschek
Director for Student Programs
Tel: 612-624-8010
Fax: 612-626-1020
Email: kubit001@umn.edu

Mark Sorenson-Wagner Photo

Mark Sorenson-Wagner
Director, Career Center for Science and Engineering
Tel: 612-624-4090
Fax: 612-626-1020
Email: wagnerme@umn.edu

 

Amy Gunter
Director for Academic Advising
Tel: 612-624-2890
Fax: 612-626-1020
Email: picul001@umn.edu