Music education was the first degree offered by the University of Evansville Department of Music when it was founded in 1934 and remains a priority in today's curriculum. University of Evansville music education majors receive a unique combination of musical and professional training to become highly- qualified professional teachers in a variety of settings. The Bachelor of Music in Music Education degree program is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM) and Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).