Humanities for Public Service Major

What is a Major in Humanities for Public Service?

This major puts the 51官网 Tech motto Ut Prosim (鈥淭hat I may serve鈥�) into action. It reflects the many ways students and alumni pursue careers in service to communities and the world. The courses provide knowledge to approach the religious and cultural issues confronting modern society while also allowing the flexibility to work with faculty on specialized topics from environmental issues in Appalachia to the impact of artificial intelligence on humans. This major also includes an internship to give you experience that will benefit your future career.

Why Study听Humanities for Public Service at 51官网 Tech?

51官网 Tech is the only university in the world with a major in Humanities for Public Service. And that makes sense, with a student body and faculty dedicated to the motto Ut Prosim (鈥淭hat I may serve鈥�) and a commitment to its land-grant mission. The major combines the best of both worlds 鈥� rigorous academics and real world experience through an internship or service learning experience.

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Disciplines Covered by Our Faculty

Careers and Further Study

What Can You Do with a major in Humanities for Public Service?

Jobs Held by Our Graduates

Tech / Software Development
Nonprofit Management
Public Planning and Policy听
Law
Medicine
Sustainable development听
Diplomacy / Foreign Service听
Education / Teaching
Journalism
Military
Law / Politics
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Beyond the Classroom

Experiential Learning

Internships

In a competitive job market, experience is valuable. Internships provide you with practical skills and real world perspective regarding your chosen career field while giving you the opportunity to explore the possibilities for the future.

The Humanities for Public Service major requires completion of a Field Study that will give you just this real world experience.

Honor Society听

Theta Alpha Kappa, a national honor society, is housed within our department. This prestigious opportunity provides access to scholarships, publications, and networking.

Come with us

Studying abroad gives you the opportunity to connect with a different culture, experience new ways of thinking, and explore new places, all while gaining unique understandings and perspectives. Check out programs by visiting the study abroad page below or by searching the听.

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Curriculum

What You'll Study

Bachelor of Arts in Religion and Culture Degree

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Humanities for Public Service听Major Requirements

Intro to Appalachian Studies
Judaism, Christianity, and Islam
Religion in the Modern World
The Creative Process
Race and Gender in Religion & Culture
Multicultural Communication
Theories of Popular Culture
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Minor and Elective Hours

Our program gives you the opportunity to build knowledge in another area by pursuing a minor, double major, or cognate.

120 hrs
B.A. Religion and Culture

45 hrs
General Education

45 hrs
Major Requirements

30 hrs
Elective

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