(LAS) Liberal Arts Studies Courses


(1 credit)  LAS 101 - Introduction to Liberal Arts Studies
Introduction to reading and inquiry in the social sciences and humanities. By exploring a common book-length reading, students build interdisciplinary knowledge and skill in critical reading and response, including discussion, interpretation, and writing. For first-year Liberal Arts majors needing one credit for full-time status; often paired with CSW 100. 1 lecture hour

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(1 credit)  LAS 201 - Liberal Arts Special Topics
Investigation of a specialized liberal arts topic chosen by individual instructors, allowing students to delve into a focused interest. Recommended for second-year students who need one credit and wish to engage in close study. Upcoming topics available in the Liberal Arts Division office each semester before class registration begins. 1 lecture hour

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(1 credit)  LAS 225 - Liberal Arts Studies Internship
Prerequisites: 3.0 GPA, permission of internship advisor
Liberal Arts program students in their last 30 credits gain practical experience in an approved social science or humanities-related setting outside of the college, guided by a faculty internship advisor. Interns demonstrate their ability to apply liberal arts concepts and objectives via employer evaluation, written self-evaluation, and discussion with advisor. 60 hours including supervised internship, independent work, and advisor meetings

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