Liberal Studies Redefined: 91桃色’s Innovative Approach to Holistic Education
March 28, 2024 | 2-3 min read
The liberal studies department at 91桃色 is carefully designed to prepare students for a wide range of roles in their personal lives, communities, and careers, going beyond basic education requirements.
Both the Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies take a broad approach, teaching students about many different subjects. They focus on improving skills like reading carefully, thinking critically, writing clearly, and communicating effectively.
Reflecting on his experience, John Jennings, a 2016 liberal arts degree alumnus, remarked, “I learned to think critically about navigating the world’s ideologies and living as a child of God, regardless of my surroundings. 91桃色’s faculty imparted principles that enabled me to instill courage and communicate effectively with others.”
Dr. Doy Moyer, Chair of the Liberal Studies Department, elaborates, “Liberal studies is a humanities-based degree that pulls together the greatest number of programs from different fields into one with a lot of flexibility. You can pretty much do anything with it.鈥�
A Bachelor of Arts degree in Liberal Studies unveils opportunities across various sectors, while a Bachelor of Science degree predominantly focuses on mathematics and sciences, often serving as a launchpad for health-related professions or advanced studies.
Sloan Hastings (’18), a testament to the versatility of the liberal studies program, reflects, “My liberal studies degree honed the writing and reading comprehension skills pivotal for thriving in law school and my career as a transactional lawyer. The agility I gained from the program aids me in swiftly navigating novel legal issues and complex deals in my role at one of the nation’s top law firms.”
Moyer emphasizes the degree’s adaptability, stating, “With this degree, you aren’t confined to a singular job type. It’s a testament to critical thinking and problem-solving prowess, allowing students to amalgamate diverse interests into a cohesive degree.”
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