Humanities and Cultural Studies

The Humanities and Cultural Studies Program offers students the opportunity to study the meaning of the human condition through interdisciplinary and multi-discipline course work. The course of study brings together such disciplines as art, art history, history, literature, music, philosophy, and religion to help the student examine the fundamental questions that have shaped the human community, such as: What are truth and beauty? What are the limits of science and technology? How do we live a responsible life? What makes us more fully human? Competence in critical analysis, written and spoken discourse, character development, and a love of learning are hallmarks of a student completing this major.

Concentration Tracks (chosen in consultation with their designated advisor) offer in-depth work in a specific academic discipline or interdisciplinary field.

Interdisciplinary Concentration Tracks currently available are:

• Environment and Culture
• Film and Culture
• Latin American Studies
• Social and Cultural Studies
• Spirituality
• Women and Gender Studies

 

Discipline-based Concentration Tracks include:

• Art
• Art History
• Communications
• Literature
• History
• Humanistic Social Science
• Music
• Philosophy and Religion

 
Humanities and Cultural Studies majors acquire the ability to relate to multiple worldviews and diverse cultural experiences. To this end, international and cross-cultural study is recommended along with appropriate international language competence. The University provides such opportunities through the Honors Program and International Student Services.  A senior project culminates completion of a Humanities and Cultural Studies degree.

The curriculum has special features to prepare students for success in the workplace and civic life. Internships, service-learning or work-related projects are integral to the course work. Graduates in Humanities and Cultural Studies are prepared for graduate school and choose careers that include law, public service, non-profit management, arts administration, journalism, ministry, teaching, and business.

For program requirements and course descriptions, please follow this link to the course catalog.

Last updated: Jun 10, 2009.