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Liberal Arts & Sciences: Humanities

A flexible, transfer-friendly humanities degree to build skills, explore interests.

Gain a strong foundation in reading, writing, critical thinking, and the arts while preparing for upper-division study. Flexible and transfer-friendly, this degree allows direct entry into bachelor’s programs as a third-year student and supports exploration of diverse career paths.

2 Years Associate of Arts

Pioneer Quotes:

“In law school, my writing was complimented by professors, deans, lawyers, and judges. I attribute this positive feedback to the communication skills I learned in ߳Թ's liberal arts classes, the fruits of which are still ripening.” -Patrick Doodian, Liberal Arts & Sciences: Humanities Alumni

"Colleges, universities, and even large corporations are placing renewed value on the soft skills developed through a liberal arts education—skills like creativity, communication, empathy, and adaptability." - Travis Matteson, Department Chair

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PROGRAM AT A GLANCE

Length of Program:

2 years

Department:

Academic Location:

Alfred Campus

Student Residency:

Alfred Campus

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Program Details

Courses you May Take

Credits: 3

This course is an introduction to the history, evolution, and global context of the English language. The course presents a primer on the major methods and scope of linguistics and language change. Students explore the history of English through texts of major linguistic periods. Major emphasis is placed on a consideration of "Englishes," or English as a world language. The course situates the evolution of English in the context of material culture, focusing specifically on the development of technologies for the inscription, storage, and transmission of written and spoken language.

Credits: 3

This course deals with preparing, presenting, and critiquing the basic speech types: reporting, demonstration, and argumentation. Special attention is given to collecting, selecting, and arranging of material; to presenting and delivering; and to active listening and critical evaluating. The course stresses principles of intrapersonal and interpersonal communication and provides a basis for the understanding of speech through utilizing various media. The course is designed to help the student obtain the speaking skills with which to respond to various oral communication situations encountered throughout college and in professional, civic, and social areas before and after graduation.

Credits: 3

This is a course in the theories and applications of Intercultural Communication. Students investigate how culture shapes communication norms and analyze the verbal and nonverbal communication styles of various cultures. The course also focuses on the causes of and effective responses to intercultural conflict. Emphasis is placed on applying intercultural competency to practical contexts.

Entrance Requirements

Required

  • Algebra

Recommended

  • Geometry
  • Biology

SKILLS YOU'LL LEARN

In humanities, you’ll sharpen writing and speaking skills while developing critical thinking to build well-reasoned arguments. You’ll research, evaluate, and synthesize scholarly sources into effective prose. Studies also explore values, ethics, justice, and power in historical and contemporary contexts, preparing you for transfer and careers requiring strong communication and analysis.

Facilities and Labs

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With 200+ labs on campus and experiential learning in every major, you’ll work with the same resources the pros use and be ready for the workplace on day one.

LAND A GREAT CAREER

Wondering where your skills can take you? Our career tool lets you explore real job titles, key skills, salary ranges, and job outlook data from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics nationally or for New York State.
See how your ߳Թ degree connects directly to in-demand careers and start planning your future with confidence.

MEET OUR FACULTY

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Travis Matteson Associate Professor and Department Chair
Aniko V Constantine
Annie Constantine Distinguished Teaching Professor: 10 Months
Gerald I Ianovici
Gerald Ianovici Assistant Professor 10 Months
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Summer Dorr Assistant Professor 10 Months
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