Bachelor of Liberal Arts Degree

Art History Concentration

The primary focus of the Art History Concentration is to create visually-literate students with a fundamental understanding of the historical development of art in societies and cultures around the world. Students pursuing this concentration will further develop the ability to organize their perceptions and thoughts about artwork so that they can provide a well-informed analysis that honors the historical and cultural context of the artwork. They learn how to use professional skills and methods in their visual analysis and how to better articulate their personal interpretation of the artwork.

Some of the courses that may be included in the Art History concentration are:

1. 58.101 Art Appreciation
2. 58.203 History of Art I: Prehistoric to Medieval Art
3. 58.204 History of Art II: Renaissance to Modern
4. 58.221 Twentieth Century Art
5. 58.300 Art History, Music and Culture
6. 58.321 Italian Renaissance Art
7. 58.330 Italian Mannerist Art
8. 58.340 Women and Art
9. 58.345 Pre-Raphaelite Art

A more comprehensive list of Art History electives is available in each semester's bulletin or on our website with the 58.xxx course prefix.

Economics Concentration

The Economics Concentration provides students with the conceptual tools and analytical skills necessary for success in a broad range of fields such as law, diplomacy, management, politics, government or financial services. The curriculum provides students with a deep understanding of economic principles and their relationship with commerce, production and the exchange of products and services. Students will learn how changes to business practices and international policy can affect the economy as businesses and countries struggle to remain agile in a competitive global marketplace.

Some of the courses that may be included in the Economics concentration are:

1. 49.201 Economics I (Microeconomics)
2. 49.202 Economics II (Macroeconomics)
3. 49.211 Statistics for Business and Economics I
4. 49.303 Microeconomic Theory
5. 49.304 Macroeconomic Theory
6. 49.316 Investments: Instruments and Strategies
7. 49.318 Financial Markets and Monetary Policy
8. 49.325 U.S. Economic History
9. 49.403 International Trade Theory

A more comprehensive list of Economics electives is available in each semester's bulletin or on our website with the 49.xxx course prefix.

English Concentration

The English Concentration provides students with a comprehensive foundation in English - from learning how to write and present information in a factual and engaging manner, to studying classic and contemporary works of English and American literature. Graduates of the program pursue careers in fields that draw upon liberal arts training including journalism, marketing, publishing, communications, library science, museum management, theatre arts, documentary filmmaking, politics, government and the law. Whether creatively or technically inclined, students pursuing the English Concentration have the opportunity to develop a clear, professional writing style - a talent that is highly regarded in virtually every industry today.

Some of the courses that may be included in the English concentration are:

1. 42.202 Great Books of the Modern Period
2. 42.211 Intro to Poetry
3. 42.212 Short Story
4. 42.216 Monster, Apes & Nightmares
5. 42.217 Horror Story
6. 42.225 Business Writing OR
7. 42.226 Technical and Scientific Writing
8. 42.243 Contemporary Women Writers
9. 42.300 Introduction to Journalism
10. 42.303 Creative Writing Poetry
11. 42.314 Writing Mysteries
12. 42.325 Rise of the Novel
13. 42.376 African-American Literature

A more comprehensive list of English electives is available in each semester's bulletin or on our website with the 42.xxx course prefix.

History Concentration

The History Concentration provides students with a deep understanding of world history and the impact historical events have had on the world in which we live today. Courses in this concentration provide students with practical experiences in research, analysis, writing, presentation, theory and critical thinking. As a result, students graduate from the program better prepared for careers in areas such as documentary film-making, international business, library science, museum management, journalism, politics, government and the law.

Some of the courses that may be included in the History concentration are:

1. 43.107 World Civilization I
2. 43.108 World History II
3. 43.112 U.S. History Since 1877
4. 43.242 The Second World War
5. 43.270 Women in American History
6. 43.274 Native American History
7. 43.308 History of Crime & Social Control
8. 43.336 Problems of Modern Ireland
9. 43.356 Civil War and Reconstruction
10. 43.393 History of the Middle East

A more comprehensive list of History electives is available in each semester's bulletin or on our website with the 43.xxx course prefix.

Legal Studies Concentration

The Legal Studies Concentration enables students to gain a broad-based understanding of legal practices while they work towards a solid foundation in Liberal Arts. Students have the opportunity to study a variety of legal topics including criminal and tort law, contract law, corporate law (partnerships, limited partnerships, joint ventures, and corporate structure), family law (marriage, custody, adoption, divorce, child support, juveniles, right to die, reproduction control, surrogate parenting and fetal tissue transfer), environmental law (federal and state legislation and public-interest litigation), racial discrimination, and real estate law (deeds, title examinations, methods of co-ownership, and landlord and tenant rights and liabilities). Many of the courses in this concentration provide students with a preview to classes offered in law school.

Some of the courses that may be included in the Legal Studies concentration are:

1. 41.262 Introduction to Business Law
2. 41.360 Legal Issues in Racism
3. 41.363 Corporate and Property Law
4. 41.367 Environmental Law
5. 41.370 Real Estate Law
6. 41.376 Family Law
7. 41.381 Women and the Law
8. 41.387 Legal Research Methods
9. 41.490 Legal Aspects of Cyberspace

A more comprehensive list of Legal Studies electives is available in each semester's bulletin or on our website with the 41.xxx course prefix.

Political Science Concentration

The Political Science concentration is designed to provide students with in-depth insight into the nature of politics and government on the local, state, national, and international levels. Students develop a better understanding of the political process along with the ability to analyze political systems, relationships, and social issues affecting law, government, international policy, business and sports.

Political Science Some of the courses that may be included in the Political Science concentration are:

1. 46.101 Introduction to American Politics
2. 46.121 Introduction to International Relations
3. 46.210 Media and Politics
4. 46.218 Introduction to Politics and Sports
5. 46.220 Introduction to Gender Studies
6. 46.230 Law and the Legal System
7. 46.265 Introduction to State and Local Politics
8. 46.316 Politics and Film
9. 46.321 Soccer and Politics
10. 46.323 Baseball and Politics
11. 46.324 Pro Football: The Real Game Begins when the Game Ends
12. 46.343 The Congress
13. 46.348 Literature, Politics and Genocide in Cambodia
14. 46.353 Public Policy and Administration
15. 46.370 Latin American Politics

A more comprehensive list of Political Science electives is available in each semester's bulletin or on our website with the 46.xxx course prefix.

Psychology Concentration

Courses in the Psychology Concentration cover such topics as human development, the learning process, sexuality, the relationship between physiological and psychological processes, sensation and perception, cognitive processes, motivation and emotion, personality, behavioral disorders, and social behavior. Graduates of the program can pursue careers in psychology-related fields such as social work, mental health care, human services, counseling, marketing research, labor relations, management and productivity improvement. For those who wish to become a licensed psychologists, an advanced degree is typically required, however the Psychology Concentration is designed to provide an academic foundation that is conducive to further pursuit of an advanced degree in this field.

Some of the courses that may be included in the Psychology concentration are:

1. 47.101 General Psychology
2. 47.260 Child and Adolescent Development
3. 47.232 Psychology of Personality
4. 47.255 Community Psychology
5. 47.272 Abnormal Psychology
6. 47.312 Learning and Behavior
7. 47.335 Psychology and Women
8. 47.351 Human Sexuality
9. 47.360 Adult Development and Aging
10. 47.363 Intro to Disability Studies
11. 47.477 Seminar: Contemporary Trends - Addictions

A more comprehensive list of Psychology electives is available in each semester's bulletin or on our website with the 47.xxx course prefix.

Gender Studies Concentration

The Gender Studies Concentration explores the history of women in societies throughout the world - providing students with an understanding of how social and cultural influences have shaped the lives and roles of women throughout history. For graduates, there is a growing demand in the workforce for experts on gender issues. In fact, gender studies specialists are increasingly being used as consultants in both the public and private sector. Graduates of this concentration receive all the benefits of a well-rounded liberal arts education, plus advanced knowledge of issues particularly affecting women in the workplace today.

Note: The following list includes courses from some of the other concentration areas, but they may only be counted once towards one of the two concentration areas.

1. 41.376 Family Law
2. 41.381 Women & the Law
3. 42.241 Women in Film
4. 42.243 Contemporary Women Writers
5. 43.270 Women in American History
6. 43.380 Work and Society
7. 44.360 Gender, Race, and Crime
8. 44.477 Intimate Partner Violence
9. 47.335 Psychology and Women
10. 47.351 Human Sexuality
11. 48.231 Sociology of the Family
12. 48.370 Women in Society
13. 48.305 Sociology of Family Law
14. 50.378 Women in French Cinema
15. 58.340 Women & Art

Bachelor of Liberal Arts Curriculum Outline

The following Liberal Arts curriculum outline is a suggested part-time course load consisting of two courses per semester. We generally recommend that first-year students take only 1 or 2 courses their first semester. Subsequent course loads may be determined by the student's own personal time constraints.

FIRST YEAR

First Semester

1. 42.101 College Writing I - GenEd - 3cr.
2. 92.--- General Education - Mathematics - 3cr.

Second Semester

1. 42.102 College Writing II - GenEd - 3cr.
2. --.--- General Education - Social Sciences (SS) - 3cr.

Third Semester

1. --.--- General Education - Science w/Lab - 4cr.
2. --.--- General Education - Arts/Humanities (AH) - 3cr.

Total Credits: 19

SECOND YEAR

First Semester

1. --.--- Competency Requirement - 3cr. (see details below)
2. --.--- Concentration I Elective - 3cr.

Second Semester

1. --.--- Competency Requirement - 3cr. (see details below)
2. --.--- Concentration II Elective - 3cr.

Third Semester

1. --.--- General Education -  Science w/Lab - 4cr.
2. --.--- General Education -  Arts/Humanities (AH) - 3cr.

Total Credits: 19

THIRD YEAR

First Semester

1. --.--- Concentration I Elective - 3cr.
2. --.--- General Education -  Social Science (SS) - 3cr.

Second Semester

1. --.--- Concentration II Elective - 3cr.
2. --.--- Competency Requirement - 3cr. (see details below)

Third Semester

1. --.--- Competency Requirement - 3cr. (see details below)
2. --.--- Free Elective - 3cr.

Total Credits: 18

FOURTH YEAR

First Semester

1. --.--- Concentration I Elective - 3cr.
2. --.--- Concentration II Elective - 3cr.

Second Semester

1. --.--- Concentration I Elective - 3cr.
2. --.--- Concentration II Elective - 3cr.

Third Semester

1. --.--- General Education -  Science (Non-Lab) - 3cr.
2. --.--- Free Elective - 3cr.

Total Credits: 18

FIFTH YEAR

First Semester

1. --.--- 300/400 Concentration I Elective - 3cr.
2. --.--- 300/400 Concentration II Elective - 3cr.

Second Semester

1. --.--- 300/400 Concentration I Elective - 3cr.
2. --.--- 300/400 Concentration II Elective - 3cr.

Third Semester

1. --.--- General Education -  Arts/Humanities (AH) - 3cr.
2. --.--- General Education -  Social Science (SS) - 3cr.

Total Credits: 18

SIXTH YEAR

First Semester

1. --.--- 300/400 Concentration I Elective - 3cr.
2. --.--- 300/400 Concentration II Elective - 3cr.

Second Semester

1. --.--- 300/400 Concentration I Elective - 3cr.
2. --.--- 300/400 Concentration II Elective - 3cr.

Third Semester

1. --.--- Free Elective - 3cr.
2. --.--- Free Elective - 3cr.

Total Credits: 18

SEVENTH YEAR

First Semester

1. --.--- Free Elective - 3cr.
2. --.--- Free Elective - 3cr.

Second Semester

1. --.--- Free Elective - 3cr.
2. --.--- Free Elective - 3cr.

Total Credits: 12

Competency Requirement

The Competency Requirement assures that students will gain knowledge in areas deemed to be important to working in the 21st Century. Students may fulfill this requirement by choosing one of the three areas below. Students who choose the Foreign Language competency must complete all 12 credits within that area. Students who choose one of the other competencies may, with permission of the Program Coordinator, complete 12 "competency" credits. Note: Courses used in a concentration may NOT be used to fulfill the Competency Requirement.