Liberal Studies, BA
The Bachelor of Arts degree in liberal studies is designed to prepare for rapid changes in American and world cultures and to give the student the necessary tools of critical thinking, perspective, and adaptability. The major allows a student to study a broad range of courses in the liberal arts and humanities, as well as the student's specific areas of interest. Students majoring in liberal studies will complete the general education requirements, 45-semester hours of core requirements (listed below), and a 1-semester hour capstone course. A total of 120 credit hours are required to graduate.
Core Curriculum
American Studies Cluster (9) LS1
Communications Processes Cluster (9) CO28
Foundations of Communications Cluster (9) CO6
| ICM 40000 | Historical Development and Trends in Communication | 3 |
| ICM 40500 | Media and Society (Ethics and the Media) | 3 |
| ICM 40600 | Theories of Communication | 3 |
Social Science Focus Cluster (9)LS2
Completion of one of the following Clusters
Dance Survey Cluster (9) LS3
Music Survey Cluster (9) LS4
Students must also complete
The following are recommended as elective clusters
Advanced Creative Writing Cluster (9) CO2
Creative Writing Cluster (9) CO2
Desktop Publishing Cluster (9) CO4
Public Relations Cluster (9) CO9