Develop scholarly knowledge and critical analytical skills. Our graduate program is designed to give students opportunities to develop a deep knowledge base and practice their critical analytical skills. Develop and refine research skills. We provide students with a strong foundation of research skills. Develop teaching skills. Our students have multiple opportunities to acquire excellent teaching skills. Develop departmental service. Students have opportunities to be involved in service. Develop professional service. Our fall teaching assistant training covers professionalism and ethics in teaching.