Divisions & Programs

Liberal Arts

Liberal education in the university refers to activities which are designed to cultivate intellectual creativity, autonomy, and resilience; critical thinking; a combination of intellectual breadth and specialized knowledge; the comprehension and tolerance of diverse ideas and experiences; informed participation in community life; and effective communication skills. Its objects of study include cultural practices of all kinds - mass media representations, consumer culture, literary texts, practices of performance and display, opposition subcultures, and aspects of everyday life in the past, present, and future.

Students pursuing a major in Liberal Arts may select courses in Liberal Arts, Fine Arts, Humanities, History, Language, and Communication Studies. No more than 18 hours may be in a single discipline. At least 12 of the 36 hours must be at the 300/400 level. Liberal arts majors take HU 499 as their final project. Each degree plan is developed in consultation with the mentor and is designed to offer the student a wide range of studies to help them become better thinkers and contributors to society. Through the exploration of a diverse range of disciplines within the Liberal Arts division, students will come to understand their abilities and goals. This will help them better select a career path. This degree can be a foundation for a wide range of higher level programs.