The Central Curriculum
The Central Curriculum is an educational experience common to all Louisiana College students. It is designed to convey information, stimulate curiosity, enhance creativity, and emphasize a moral accountability in responsible decision making.
The curriculum provides a foundation of liberal arts courses which introduces students to major methods of inquiry and establishes a context which will allow students to integrate learning into a meaningful framework in harmony with faith. To achieve this ideal, the Central Curriculum helps students accomplish goals in the following areas:
| Aesthetics: |
An appreciation of the creative significance and cultural context of the aesthetic dimension. |
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| Communication: |
Written, oral, and technological communication skills that reflect logic, clarity, and compassion. |
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| Critical Thinking: |
An ability to think analytically, logically, and creatively and to utilize a variety of approaches to problem solving. |
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| Global Awareness: |
Knowledge of the diversity and complexity of a global society. |
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| Historical Perspective: |
An understanding of the past and its relevance to the present and the future. |
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| Universe, Society, and Self: |
An understanding of and appreciation for the ways in which we know the physical universe, society, and ourselves. |
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| Values and Ethics: |
A heightened awareness of values, ethics, and responsibility in life’s choices. |
Beyond the Central Curriculum, Louisiana College graduates will have accomplished the following additional goals:
| Skills: |
The development of skills basic to a chosen profession or field of study. |
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| Lifelong learning: |
An appreciation for the value of a life-long learning process. |
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| Student Life: |
The achievement of psycho-social development through participation in student organizations, athletics, and extracurricular activities. |
Central Curriculum Requirements
(56-57 Hours)
Foreign Language
(Choose one of the following)
Natural Sciences
(Choose one of the following courses plus lab)
Mathematics
(Choose one of the following)
Computer Applications
(Choose one of the following)
Social Sciences
(Choose two of the following)
Fine Arts
(Choose one of the following)
Louisiana College Connection
The Louisiana College Connection provides an ongoing process of orientation to facilitate the adjustment of incoming freshman. The program provides services to maximize student success in the total college experience and activities are designed to enhance the growth and development of students during their freshman year. Sessions held prior to registration focus on information concerning systems serving students in the academic realm, academic advising, and registration process.
All students who have completed 18 or fewer semester hours must register for CC 100 , Louisiana College Connection, during their first semester at Louisiana College. The course is taught by faculty members. Each faculty member is assisted by an upperclassman student/Ambassador. The classes are limited to 20 freshman students per session. This course familiarizes students with the college’s expectations, aids them in individual assessment, and helps them develop skills for college success.
Louisiana College Connection Course Description
CC 100 College Connection An introduction to higher education at Louisiana College with emphasis on analysis of individual differences of each student through personality and interest tests. Students are also supervised in the formulation of adequate study skills and career objectives. Required of all full-time freshmen with fewer than 18 hours credit. 1 hr (Fee $125)
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