Explores the relations between culture understood as human expressive and symbolic activities, and cultures understood as distinctive ways of life. Economics Folklore Focuses on the study of creativity and aesthetic expression in everyday life, and on the political implications of that expression as it unfolds in the contested arenas of culture. The program features tracks of study in employer-employee relations, the development of human resources, and the institutional context of work. Medieval Studies Provides students with a broad, humanities-based approach to the rich and fascinating culture that we call the Middle Ages in lands including Europe, the Near East and Russia, during the period from around 500 to 1500. Students may focus on health, education, environmental and urban policy.
All programs prepare the student for licensure.
Mathematical Decision Science Prepares students for careers in statistical analysis, operations research, management science, industrial engineering, biostatistics, strategic planning, systems analysis, financial analysis, and actuarial science. Environmental Science Provides a strong grounding in the traditional sciences of chemistry, biology, physics and mathematics as these apply to the environmental sciences, as well as on developing understanding of the application of scientific information and methods in environmental management and policy. Geology Public Policy Analysis Public policy problems exist in nearly all fields of endeavor. Students may focus on health, education, environmental and urban policy. For students who plan to seek careers in a variety of inpatient, ambulatory and other health care settings, including primary care facilities, medical group practices, public health organizations, health insurance companies, federal, state and local agencies, and alternative delivery organizations.