Gives us more worldly knowledge. To understand differences and similarities of different works belonging to different civilizations. America has always been a melting pot, but in recent years we have made more of an effort to accept immigrants and treat everyone equally. Maybe KSU wants to prepare us for the new America and give us an understanding of our fellow Americans. The study of past writers gives us creative ideas.
Literature is a core requirement because the students who attend are of a wide variety of cultures.
This subject is broad and expands our knowledge of the different cultures and the way they think. Be able to handle people of different nationalities. Appreciate other cultures and the ideas that come from those cultures. Know others' culture, learn their way of thinking and hardships. The Epic of Gilgamesh 37-73.