School Library Media Program
School librarians are school leaders who facilitate the exploration of technology tools, information literacy and current literature. SOIS offers four distinct pathways for School Library Media Specialist Licensure, WI DPI License #1902.
Pathways for Teachers
For students who are certified teachers who want to earn their licensure in school librarianship as part of their MLIS degree.
1902 License
For students who are certified teachers who only want the additional licensure in school librarianship. (Post-Bac Certificate)
Pathways for Non-Teachers
For students who are not certified teachers who want to earn their MLIS degree & initial licensure in school librarianship.
Initial 1902 License
For students who are not yet certified teachers who want to earn their initial licensure in school librarianship (Post-Bac Certificate)
MLIS Degree or Certification Only Pathway
Because classes taken on the certification-only pathway will not count towards a master’s degree, students should decide which pathway to pursue before they begin their program.
Declaring a Public or School Library Concentration
Concentrations are transcript designated and can provide structure for utilizing 15 credits of electives in specific areas of librarianship.
Fully Online Program
Our program serves students within Wisconsin, across all 50 states, and around the globe.
Information for Fieldwork Mentors
Our program relies on experienced school librarians sharing their expertise with our students, who, in turn, share the latest in school library research and best practices from our program.
Questions? Contact us!
Prospective Students
Prospective students with questions about admissions or scholarships should contact SOIS Academic Advisor Angie Sadowsky
Current Students
Current students with questions about the program, fieldwork or licensing should contact School Library Media Coordinator Susan Hersh
- shersh@uwm.edu
- 414-229-2474
- Northwest Quadrant D 3965