Department of Liberal Studies, College of Humanities and Social Sciences
48-55 credits
Introduction
This major offers the same approach as and much of the subject matter of the BA in Humanities, History of Culture Concentration described above. Students acquire a substantial knowledge of religious, philosophical, literary and aesthetic movements in Western civilization. Students are encouraged to acquire some knowledge of works of the humanities in at least one other culture, and of its history. Students learn methods of study that are applicable to teaching the humanities. This major satisfies the academic major requirement for teacher certification with an endorsement in elementary education and must be accompanied by the professional preparation program in elementary education. See the Elementary Education section of this catalog for program admission, completion, and teacher certification requirements.
Grade Requirements
An average grade of B in liberal studies courses is required for admission to LBRL 302. (NOTE: LBRL 302 is ordinarily offered spring quarter only.) LBRL 302 is prerequisite to LBRL 421, 422, 423, 424. Permission of the instructor is required for enrollment in LBRL 421, 422, 423, 424. LBRL 498 (2 credits) should be taken with a liberal studies faculty member in the quarter before enrolling in LBRL 499, to prepare for the latter.
For information or advisement, contact the Liberal Studies Office.
A grade of C (2.0) or better is required for courses in the elementary education professional program and all courses required for the endorsement.
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