Courses with the Diversity designation are designed to cultivate critical thinking skills, cultural competency, and empathy necessary for navigating and appreciating diverse perspectives, identities, and experiences in the United States. Students will explore the ways in which social identities shape our human experience and reflect on historic legacies and present-day dynamics to develop the skills required to engage in respectful dialogue and collaboration with individuals from diverse backgrounds.

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Courses with the Understanding Humanities - Human Heritage and Cultures designation emphasize the interpretation, analysis, and expression of ideas, values, and aesthetics that have played a significant role in shaping individuals and societies. These courses encourage students to analyze and interpret events and artifacts, while considering the diverse range of human ideas, cultural values, and aesthetics across various contexts. They often draw from disciplines such as history, philosophy, anthropology, archeology, cultural geography, modern and ancient languages, and cultural studies. In addition, they may pertain to music, art, drama, and dance courses that are not studio-based performance classes.

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