International cultures Students explore various cultural traditions and reflect upon their interactions. Students examine the varied perspectives and contributions of women and minorities. Environmental responsibility Students develop an awareness of environmental issues, and the global environment s complexity and interrelatedness that will enable them to take responsibility for living in harmony with the natural systems of the earth. Conflict resolution Students learn specific techniques for resolving cultural and interpersonal conflicts within social, intellectual, and work environments. Students evaluate their own abilities and choices within the context of changing intellectual, social, and work environments.
Students learn to work effectively in small groups and to develop cooperative relationships.
Students develop the abilities to use technological tools in an appropriate and effective manner within the program of study. In addition, students examine the implications of current and emerging technologies. Students develop an understanding of the responsibilities of the individual in a free society, and the need for each individual to promote the public good in the communities in which they live and work. Students identify the values underlying their choices, enter into open-minded consideration of other moral and ethical frameworks, and understand that their actions carry responsibilities and consequences. Eleven of the thirteen Specialized Skills and Perspectives are included within at least one of the required courses of each major.