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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Only Program of its Kind in the World

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Average Class Size

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Disciplines Covered by Our Faculty

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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