The Senior Seminar has the purpose of helping students develop this ability. No single method, type of analysis or school of thought has a privileged position. The program is not an attempt to lead students to preconceived answers, but rather to show them how to pose questions and search for reasoned ethical alternatives. A student's academic major fulfills some of these requirements. Students are advised to consult with their academic adviser about core requirements fulfilled in their particular major.
Most core courses are four-credit courses.
However, some requirements can be met in designated January Term courses or three-credit courses. This requirement is fulfilled by taking designated courses in art, music and theater. This requirement is fulfilled by taking designated courses in the mathematics department. Before enrolling in these classes, students must fulfill the mathematics proficiency requirement. This requirement is fulfilled by taking designated courses in astronomy, biology, chemistry, environmental studies, nutrition, peace studies, computer science, geology or physics.