LS 201 Introductory Liberal Studies Seminar (3 crs)

Addresses basic premises of liberal education and liberal studies, including historical exploration of the arts, humanities, natural sciences, and social sciences as interrelated, mutually enriching human enterprises. Introduces the research and creative methodologies used in these fields.

Attributes: GE V University Wide, LE-I1 Integration, LE-R3 Civic and Environmental Issues

Lab/Studio Hours: 0

Seminar Hours: 3

LS 301 Liberal Studies Research Seminar (3 crs)

Prerequisite: LS 201 or minimum sophomore standing in the University Honors Program or consent of instructor.

Advanced study of research and creative methodologies used in the arts, humanities, natural sciences, and social sciences. Examines methodological similarities to enhance understanding of the common underpinnings that define liberal studies and human inquiry as well as differences in rhetorical strategies, questions asked, and tools used.

Attributes: LE-I1 Integration

Lab/Studio Hours: 0

Seminar Hours: 3

LS 395 Directed Studies (1-3 crs)

Prerequisite: LS 201

Consent: Department Consent Required

For the student who wishes to pursue study of an interdisciplinary topic under the guidance of a faculty member.

Repeat: Course may be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits

Grading Basis: A-F Grades Only

LS 399 Independent Study-Juniors (1-3 crs)

Prerequisite: LS 201

Consent: Department Consent Required

For the student who wishes to pursue independent study of an interdisciplinary topic under the guidance of a faculty member.

Repeat: Course may be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits

Grading Basis: A-F Grades Only

LS 480 Liberal Studies Capstone Seminar (3 crs)

Prerequisite: LS 301. Minimum senior standing. Department consent required.

Consent: Department Consent Required

Culminating experience of the Liberal Studies Major. Focuses on critical inquiry in and complex interactions between the arts, humanities, natural sciences, and social sciences. Completion of a semester-long project related to the theme of the major.

Attributes: LE-S3 Creativity, Capstone Course

Lab/Studio Hours: 0

Seminar Hours: 3

LS 498 Internship (1-6 crs)

Prerequisite: LS 201

Consent: Department Consent Required

Provides applied experience in an area of interest with content related to a student's theme of study.

Repeat: Course may be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits

Grading Basis: A-F Grades Only

LS 499 Independent Study - Seniors (1-3 crs)

Prerequisite: LS 201

Consent: Department Consent Required

For the student who wishes to pursue independent study of an interdisciplinary topic under the guidance of a faculty member.

Repeat: Course may be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits

Grading Basis: A-F Grades Only