Area of Knowledge

Area of KNowledge: Western Heritage (AOK 2)

The primary aim of these courses is to enrich students' knowledge and understanding of the Western Heritage in North America and Europe. Students will:

• become familiar with historical, philosophical, artistic, linguistic, religious, political, and literary traditions of North America and Europe
• read and discuss texts from North America and Europe

Area of Knowledge: World Traditions and Cultures (AOK 3)

The primary aim of these courses is to enrich students' knowledge, understanding, awareness, and appreciation of diverse world traditions and cultures. Students will:

• become familiar with historical, philosophical, artistic, linguistic, religious, political, and literary traditions and experiences that shape our world
• read and discuss texts from diverse world traditions and perspectives

Area of Knowledge: Humanistic and Creative Expressions (AOK 4)

The primary aim of these courses is to develop an informed understanding and appreciation of humanistic, literary and artistic creativity. Students will:

• study important works of the human imagination
• explore the interaction of the artist, writer, or thinker and society

Area of Knowledge: Analysis of  Human, Social, and Natural Phenomena (AOK 5)

The primary aim of these courses is to examine human, organizational, and scientific experiences. Students will:

• analyze human, social, and natural phenomena
• understand concepts and issues that affect the human, social, and natural realms