The College of Saint Rose
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Liberal Education Learning Objectives and
Collegewide Liberal Education Requirements (42 credits)

Communication through Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening (6):
The College of Saint Rose graduate demonstrates communication competency in writing and speaking standard English, in critical reading and listening, and in using information and research resources effectively.

ENG 103 Oral Communication and ENG 104 Expository Writing and Research Techniques (L01)		6 credits

All students must take ENG 103 and ENG 104, in any sequence, unless they have transferred in equivalent courses. Depending on prior courses, transfer students may be required to take only ENG 103 or ENG 104. Students must receive a grade of C or better to complete the requirement. Neither course may be taken on a pass/fail basis.

Study of Language (3):
The College of Saint Rose graduate demonstrates an understanding of language and the ability to analyze its function.

Foreign Language, American Sign Language, Linguistics, or Philosophy of Language (L02)		3 credits

Historical Knowledge, Analysis, and Perspective (3):
The College of Saint Rose graduate demonstrates historical knowledge, the ability to analyze that knowledge, and an emerging perspective on historical, cultural, and political influences which contribute to local and global change.

History (L03)		3 credits

Artistic Knowledge and Interpretation (6):
The College of Saint Rose graduate demonstrates knowledge of, appreciation of, and the ability to interpret, art, literature, communications, music, or drama.

Literature (L04)		3 credits
Art, Music, Drama or Communications (L05)		3 credits

Philosophical, Spiritual, or Theological Inquiry (3):
The College of Saint Rose graduate demonstrates the ability to think critically about philosophical or religious traditions, including their ethical dimensions.

Philosophy or Religious Studies (L06)		3 credits

Mathematical Reasoning and Information Technology (6):
The College of Saint Rose graduate demonstrates competency in mathematical, quantitative, and technological concepts as they apply to the processes of analysis, synthesis, and problem solving.

Mathematics (L07)		3 credits
Computer Information Systems (L08)		3 credits

Scientific Knowledge and Inquiry (4):
The College of Saint Rose graduate demonstrates effective use of scientific methodology and knowledge of the results it produces.

Laboratory Science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Earth Science) (L09		4 credits

Behavioral and Social Sciences (6):
The College of Saint Rose graduate demonstrates knowledge of human behavior at the following levels: the individual; the groups within a society; the world’s cultures and societies as whole entities.

Economics, Political Science or Business (L10)		3 credits
Psychology, Sociology or Social Work (L11)		3 credits

Wellness and Physical Fitness (2):
The College of Saint Rose graduate demonstrates understanding and appreciation of the importance of physical care, development, and wellness, and engages in wellness and physical fitness activity.

Physical Education (L12)		2 credits

Further Disciplinary Study (3):
The College of Saint Rose graduate demonstrates deeper knowledge and understanding in a discipline of choice outside of the major. This requirement is met by completing a second Liberal Education course in that discipline, 3 credits.

Each student should understand that the responsibility for arranging an appropriate program and for meeting all degree requirements rests with the student. The academic advisement given by faculty/administrators acting as advisors and by the Director of Academic Advisement is offered to assist students in meeting this responsibility.

Liberal Education Requirements for Accounting and Business Administration Majors

Business Administration majors are required to fulfill the College Liberal Education requirements, which include the following required courses:

• At least three credits of MAT 180 (College Algebra) with grade C or better: This will fulfill the College-wide Mathematics Liberal Education requirement.
• At least three credits of CIS 100 (Introduction to Computing): This will fulfill the College-wide Computer Information Systems Liberal Education requirement.
• At least three credits of ECO 105 (Economics): This will fulfill the Collegewide Economics, Political Science or Business Liberal Education requirement.

Liberal Education Requirements for Elementary Education and Special Education/Elementary Education Majors

Elementary Education and SEED majors are required to fulfill the College Liberal Education requirements PLUS the following to meet certification requirements.

• Three credits in Literature (three in L04 or Communications L05).
• Three credits in Art, Music, Drama, or Communications (L05).
• Three credits in Foreign or American Sign Language (the six credits must be in the same language; three credits may be earned through the “Study of Language,” in the College Liberal Education requirements, and the additional three credits can fulfill the “Further Study” requirement).
• Three credits in Social Studies (may be earned through “Historical Knowledge” or one of the following disciplines in “Behavioral and Social Studies”: Economics, Political Science or Sociology).
• Three credits in science.