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Interdisciplinary Studies
Program The program leading
to a baccalaureate degree in Interdisciplinary Studies is an
entity separate from the Liberal Studies (General Education)
requirement. The Liberal Arts major is based on individually
designed interdisciplinary programs.
The Interdisciplinary Studies
Program seeks to accomplish the following goals: first, to
provide students with flexibility in experiencing a breadth of
perspectives across disciplines; and second to prepare students
to meet future challenges by fostering in them cognizance of an
appreciation for and tolerance of the different peoples,
cultures, and traditions of world civilization.
The Interdisciplinary Studies
Major is not to be combined with the existing traditional
majors. The academic integrity of all courses of study within
the major is maintained through rigorous individualized
advisement, coordinated by the Adviser and Faculty of
Interdisciplinary Studies Major Program and the appropriate
department chairpersons and/or program directors.
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The Liberal Arts major is appropriate for students who :
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want a flexible education background in order
to enter the job market |
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foresee lifelong learning as a long-term
commitment |
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need an undergraduate BA for job-related
self-development goals |
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are returning to school
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are non-traditional students
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have strong interest in dual areas of studies
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see value in pursuing two areas of training
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seek post-graduate training in professional
programs such as mortuary science, cosmetology, paralegal
services, criminal justice, and the like. |
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Requirements for a
Interdisciplinary Studies Major |
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Meet all requirements for graduation, including
hours, GPA, Liberal Studies or Honors College,
Learning-Across-the-Curriculum courses and community service. |
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Meet with the director of liberal arts to
maintain and assess progress. |
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Complete fifty-four credit hours in
the major: twelve hours in the
Interdisciplinary Studies Core (IDS 216, 217,
318, 331, 431, PUR/ENG 233), eighteen credit hours each in two
concentrations (total 36 hours), and six hours of
discipline-related electives (in addition to the Board-mandated
free electives). |
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