With a minor in Liberal Studies, students have the opportunity to participate in lively and open discussion of current philosophical, social and aesthetic issues, and to pursue personal interests (for example, fiction writing, photography, and music) not addressed in more structured programs of study.

Plus, students are also able to enhance those skills (such as oral and written communication) which employers identify as desirable in prospective employees, and essential for increased mobility in organizations.

Because the minor in Liberal Studies gives wide latitude to students in choosing their coursework, students meet with an advisor in the Liberal Studies Department to set up the course of study.

The minor is very flexible. Students take one of the Liberal Studies seminars, plus 16 credits of coursework in Liberal Studies.