Understanding of the diversity of cultural values reflected in different patterns of social and political organization and systems of communication (symbolic and linguistic).
The ability to think critically and to apply the scientific method in the various sub-fields of the discipline (cultural, biological, archaeology, linguistics, and applied).
Understanding of the complex and interrelated processes of change (biological and cultural evolution, diffusion, colonialism, globalization) both within cultures and across cultural boundaries.
A solid grasp of the relevance of anthropology to present-day policy and social issues such as human rights, health, historic preservation, conservation, economic development, language use, and cultural practices.
Practical skills needed to assume the roles and responsibilities of a productive member of an increasingly global society (oral and written skills, research and library skills, technical computer skills) through classroom assignments, fieldwork, and professional service opportunities.
Art History & Studio
Art History & Studio
Recognition of art from a diverse number of periods, cultures, and civilizations.
Experience with the materials and working methods of artists.
Study of at least one foreign language.
The ability to find information in the library using both traditional and online resources.
Recognition of different methods of interpretation.
Use of the vocabulary and language of visual analysis.
Understanding of the relationship of art to other disciplines in the humanities, social sciences, or sciences.
Oral presentation of information and ideas to a group.
Written presentation of information and ideas in a formal research paper.
Perceptual and technical skills and basic fundamentals in a variety of media and have depth of knowledge in one or more studio areas.
Familiarity with the history of visual ideas, vocabulary, and the language of visual analysis.
Utilization of new technological advances where appropriate.
Problem solving abilities, individual intuition, creativity, and vision.
The importance of locating the functions of art in current and historical cultural contexts.
Integration of knowledge gained in both studio and art history courses.
Criminology & Social Justice
Criminology & Social Justice
Think critically about crime, justice, as well as the process and significance of criminalization (the social process by which we construct what counts as crime, who commits it and who is implicated in it).
Appreciate diverse conceptions of justice.
Critically analyze the relationship be- tween systems of oppression (white suprem- acy, economic inequality, gendered relations of ruling, heteronormativity, etc) and crime, violence and the criminal justice system.
Apply an intersectional framework to criminological problems.
Devise sophisticated solutions to prob- lems of crime, addiction, violence and justice.
Formulate appropriate research designs and analytic techniques to answer questions of significance to critical criminology.
Effectively communicate through oral and written methods.
Critical Race, Gender & Sexuality Studies
Critical Race, Gender & Sexuality Studies
Use intersectional analysis to examine social issues.
Explain prominent debates in critical social theory.
Examine gendered, racialized, and/or sexualized relations in a transnational context.
Link theory to practice.
Write effectively within scholarly contexts.
Articulate the relationship between social justice movements and history.
Dance Studies
Dance Studies
Use intersectional analysis to examine social issues.
Explain prominent debates in critical social theory.
Examine gendered, racialized, and/or sexualized relations in a transnational context.
Link theory to practice.
Write effectively within scholarly contexts.
Articulate the relationship between social justice movements and history.
English
English
The ability to read and explicate written English precisely.
Analysis of literature from several critical perspectives.
Meaningful use of literary, linguistic, theoretical, and rhetorical terminology.
An awareness of structures of power in language, literature, and culture.
Stimulating and effective writing in a variety of genres according to the accepted conventions of English studies.
Knowledge of literary movements and writers from a range of historical periods and cultural frameworks.
The ability to understand and perform rhetorical strategies to inform, persuade, and argue.
Environment & Community M.A.
Environment & Community M.A.
Skills to analyze the environmental con- sequences of economic and political struc- tures and decisions.
Tools to addressissues of race, class, and gender in environment-community relation- ships.
An understanding of community, place, and sense of place.
Knowledge of and experience in diverse approaches to social science research and action.
Insight from case studies that offer a problem-solving approach to learning.
Preparation for careers in teaching, government, community, and environmental organizations.
An ethic of service and civic engagement.
Environmental Studies
Environmental Studies
Demonstrate understanding of how environmental challenges involve multiple perspectives and social contexts, and recognize the role of power and privilege in shaping them.
Demonstrate literacy with earth systems.
Use humanistic, creative, and social scientific.
Knowledge to understand environmental challenges.
Understand how different research methods lead to diverse environmental knowledges.
Critically evaluate normative claims about and representations of the environment.
Film
Film
Fundamental aesthetically-driven technical skills essential to 16mm filmmaking and/ or digital media production.
Development of films grounded in ethical storytelling and production processes.
Application of creative problem solving and collaborative practices in their work.
Integration of film vocabulary and/or analyze global film studies.
Synthesis of knowledge with skills through the creation and completion of short films.
Steeped within the traditions of independent filmmaking, students learn the fundamentals of fiction and non-fiction film production techniques through a production-based program inspired by independent motion picture production and creative avenues through evolving digital technologies. Our curriculum integrates hands-on production work with film studies grounded in a liberal arts education that fosters ethical storytellers who artfully explore the human condition in creative ways.
French & Francophone Studies
French & Francophone Studies
Analysis, acknowledgement, and respect of cultural expressions and worldviews of others.
The capacity to be responsible, productive and compassionate global citizens in a fragile world.
Cultural and linguistic competency.
The ability to collaboratively formulate and solve problems.
Independent and critical thinking.
Geography
Geography
Collect data; know where to acquire such and what technology should be employed.
Layout and design best geographics.
Develop and apply information literacy.
Understand causes and implications of spatial interactions and movement patterns.
Demonstrate skills and competencies of geographic traditions.
Analyze, synthesize, and interpret spatial information.
Locate diverse types of historical evidence; evaluate credibility, position or perspective; and determine how to use appropriately.
Place primary and secondary sources in appropriate historical and historiographical context, with attention to the chronology, geography (local, national, and global), culture and methodology.
Develop a body of historical knowledge with range and depth that recognizes the causes and consequences of continuity and change over time.
Be able to understand and evaluate different perspectives and arguments, engaging with the ideas of other historians and citing them appropriately.
Create a research question, conduct effective and wide-ranging research to procure evidence, formulate a persuasive analytical argument, and communicate it effectively in a written or oral format.
Apply historical knowledge and analysis to contribute to contemporary social dialogue and to life-long learning and critical habits of mind essential to an effective and engaged citizenship.
International Studies
International Studies
The ability to analyze regional and global issues from economic, political, and cultural perspectives.
Linguistic competency in a second language.
Cultural competency in diverse international environments.
The ability to gather information and use interdisciplinary analysis skills to critically evaluate regional and global issues.
Proficiency in formal written and oral communication.
skills required to build an international career.
Journalism
Journalism
Knowledge of media laws and First Amendment rights and limitations.
They understand how media professionals, institutions, and industries produce and shape the news.
They understand ethical principles related to mass media.
They are able to gather information from diverse sources.
They can write clearly in forms and styles appropriate for the communications professions, audiences, and purposes they service.
They can critically evaluate their own work and that of others for accuracy and fairness, clarity, appropriate style and grammatical correctness.
They can tell non-fiction stories across media forms using visual and audio tools and technologies.
Music
Music
The ability to hear, identify, and work conceptually with the elements of music; rhythm, melody, harmony, and structure.
Familiarity with and an ability to perform a wide selection of musical literature representing principal eras, genres, and cultural sources.
Ability in performance areas appropriate to their needs, interest, and degree path.
For students wishing to pursue music as a career, the department is committed to helping: perfect skills as a performer or leader, study the rich legacy and tradition of music literature and history, identify, understand, and use the concepts which underlie and give order to the study of music, and prepare for graduate study or for a career in a music-related field.
Native American Studies
Native American Studies
Knowledge of and the ability to communicate significant information regarding Native American cultures, histories, federal and tribal law and government, community development, language and tradition, stewardship, sovereignty, and other issues affecting life in Indian country, especially from a Native American perspective.
Ability to research issues affecting life in Indian Country by using primary and secondary sources.
Ability to explain the concept of tribal sovereignty, and understand the development and importance of modern tribal governments.
Knowledge of Indigenous environmental relationships through an awareness of diverse Indigenous cultural and scientific perspectives, and the importance of protection of sacred and historical sites.
Ability to recognize the scope of tribal sovereignty as it relates to tribal, federal, and international law (legislative and judicial), including the structure of federal/tribal relationships, indigenous autonomy, and self-governing behaviors.
Philosophy
Philosophy
Define concepts and use traditional vocabulary of philosophy.
Use the logical methods of analysis to critically assess philosophical arguments.
Apply methods of philosophy to specific issues and problems.
Identify, articulate, and evaluate philosophical arguments.
Political Science
Political Science
Knowledge of political theories, institutions, and processes in the U.S. and internationally.
The ability to identify, access, read, and evaluate political science research.
The ability to critically analyze social, political, and environmental challenges facing contemporary polities, using support from appropriate sources.
Knowledge of the practice of politics through experience and reflection on their experience in relation to social responsibility, sustainability, and/or the obligations of citizenship in a globalized world.
Proficiency in written and oral communication.
Religious Studies
Religious Studies
Students will demonstrate religious literacy, recognizing and understanding diverse cultural expressions as they appear in contexts of religious traditions, sacred texts, international and domestic politics, the arts, and their own interpersonal relationships.
Students will practice authentic self-reflection and decision-making as they determine for themselves matters concerning belief, practice, values, meaning, and purpose in their lives.
Students will master phenomenological approaches to the understanding of religious and cultural variation, enabling them to engage diversity directly, with both generosity and justice.
Through their work in classes, but also in extra-curricular activities, students will manifest sound professionalism in such matters as time management, attendance, fulfillment of responsibilities, the ability to follow directions, comportment, and courtesy.
Sociology
Sociology
The ability to think critically about social justice efforts and inequalities in communi- ties and environments
A solid foundation in sociological theory the ability to make linkages between empirical data and theoretical concepts
Development of appropriate research designs and instruments to answer socio- logical questions
Application of appropriate techniques to the analysis and presentation of data
The ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Sociology M.A.
Sociology M.A.
A solid foundation in sociological theory.
A solid foundation in sociological methods.
Professional socialization, including an understanding of social justice and ethical issues.
Hands-on experience in either practicing or teaching sociology.
Spanish
Spanish
Analysis, acknowledgement, and respect of cultural expressions and worldviews of others.
The capacity to be responsible, productive and compassionate global citizens in a fragile world.
Cultural and linguistic competency.
The ability to collaboratively formulate and solve problems.
Independent and critical thinking.
Theatre Arts
Theatre Arts
Appropriate use of foundational vocabulary and knowledge of history in effective written work.
Application of fundamental concepts of theatre performance, design, and technology through class projects and exams.
Use of theatre knowledge to analyze projects and appropriately contribute to theatre productions.
Evaluation of their own and others; project oriented work and productions.
Creation of new designs, scripts, interpretations, and solutions as demonstrated through classroom and outside projects.
The ability to apply principles of effective communication and collaboration as demonstrated in course work and productions.
