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Liberal Arts and Humanities Pathway

This broad range of majors is the gateway to an even broader range of careers. You’ll gain in-depth knowledge in one area, plus skills like communication, problem-solving and critical thinking that apply to many disciplines.

Opportunities

Find your niche — in the classroom and beyond. We’ll help you find your passion and build skills for your career. These are just a few of the resources you’ll have access to at WVU that will prepare you life after WVU. Explore majors related to this pathway.

Student Organizations:

Start your professional network (and add leadership experience to your résumé) by joining major-related clubs.

Facilities

Develop real-world skills in our specialized laboratories, clinics and research centers.

Courses

Personalize your curriculum with classes related to your interests and career goals.

ENGL 180: Literature of Love, Sex, and Gender
FCLT 250: Russian Fairy Tales
FCLT 281: Vampire: Blood and Revolution
GEOG 302: Political Geography
HUM 107: The Humanities of Egypt
RELG 102: Introduction to World Religions
RELG 410: Apocalypse
SOCA 357: Archaeological Field School
SPAN 313: Spanish Through Media
WGST 225: Women in Appalachia

Careers

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WVU in the Community

Advocating for veterans

Garrett Burgess
Political Science, Class of 2018

Named a 2017 Newman Civic Fellow by the Campus Compact, Garrett plans to work with the Veterans Advocacy Clinic in the College of Law to help veterans who received less-than-honorable discharges due to misconduct arising from mental trauma, such as post-traumatic stress disorder and traumatic brain injuries. These “bad paper” discharges make veterans ineligible for certain VA benefits, as well as make it difficult for them to secure private employment.

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Related Majors

Explore majors related to this pathway.

Anthropology
Watch the past come to life as you explore ruins and analyze artifacts. You’ll learn the origins of societies and understand how humans have interacted with themselves and nature for centuries, shaping how we live today.

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Art History
An interdisciplinary field drawing on philosophy, history, literature, religion and mythology, Art History examines works of art and their contexts. Our program combines the benefits of a small, close-knit program with the facilities and resources of a major research university.

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Criminology
Go beyond the legal definitions of criminality. Criminology seeks to understand the nature and causes of criminality, as well as the successes and limitations of criminal justice approaches and processes.

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Economics (BA)
The Economics BA program emphasizes a broad liberal arts education. With 40+ hours of unrestricted electives, you can expand your skill set with a second major or a variety of minors.

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Economics (BS)
The field of economics is very broad and can be applied many ways. Our graduates can do just about anything — government, law school, teaching or finance fields like insurance and banking.

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English
Majoring in English develops skills in communication, research, critical thinking and focused creativity. You’ll deepen your understanding of people and cultures while learning how to use language effectively in a variety of contexts.

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Geography
Geography opens worlds of discovery. You’ll learn to analyze the variation of human activity that exists among places, regions and countries, and examine the relationship between the natural environment and human activities.

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History
History helps us discover new meaning in the past, present and future. Our students learn the best practices of historical research while developing skills for a successful career: thinking critically, communicating effectively and tackling complex problems.

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Interdisciplinary Studies
The Interdisciplinary Studies degree program is comprised of three related minors and emphasizes flexibility and problem-solving.

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International Studies
This interdisciplinary program includes courses in political science, languages, geography, history, sociology, anthropology, economics and other topics. You'll gain valuable real-life experience through study abroad, global service learning and internships.

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Latin American Studies
Concentrate your course work on a region of the world with unquestioned social and economic importance.

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Multidisciplinary Studies (Eberly College of Arts and Sciences)
Tailor your education to your interests by completing three related minors.

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Multidisciplinary Studies (College of Education and Human Services)
Design your own plan of study by combining three minors, two of which must be offered by the College of Education and Human Services.

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Multidisciplinary Studies (College of Creative Arts)
Our MDS program gives you the flexibility of selecting three minors to create an individualized educational plan. At least two of the minors must be selected from programs offered by the College of Creative Arts.

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Multidisciplinary Studies (Eberly College of Arts and Sciences) - Online
Tailor your education to your interests with the Multidisciplinary Studies program that consists of three minors of your choosing.

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Multidisciplinary Studies (Davis College of Agriculture, Natural Resources and Design)
Choose three minors and a program of elective courses that fit your career objectives. This program is for students who want to focus on academic programs in the Davis College of Agriculture, Natural Resources and Design.

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Multidisciplinary Studies (Reed College of Media)
Design your own plan of study by completing at least two College of Media minors plus one College of Media shared minor or a minor outside of the College.

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Philosophy
Philosophy acts as a form of intellectual exercise that makes it easier to identify problems, seek out arguments against your own views and critically evaluate solutions. These skills, along with the ability to read, write, listen and communicate effectively, can prepare you for virtually any career path.

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Political Science
Studying political science will help you understand why courts make the decisions they do, why legislatures pass the laws they do and why countries make the choices they make in the international arena.

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Public Health
Founded on the principle of social justice, the concept of public health ensures that all citizens have the opportunity for good health. It is the art and science of protecting and improving population health through education, service and prevention.

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Regents Bachelor of Arts - Online
Have you gone as far as you can in your career without a bachelor’s degree? The RBA program is an innovative bachelor’s degree that is both flexible and cost effective for adult learners already juggling family, work and other obligations.

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Religious Studies
Explore the great religions of the world and immerse yourself in fascinating cultures. Religious Studies offers instruction in the history and practice of many world religions, including Judaism, Christianity, Islam and Near Eastern religious traditions.

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Slavic and East European Studies
Discover the diverse languages, cultures, history, geography, politics, economies, religions and societies of Eastern Europe. The demand from government and the private sector for individuals specializing in this resurgent area of Europe has renewed in recent years.

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Women's and Gender Studies
Don’t let the name mislead you. Women’s and Gender Studies is not just about women, nor is it about male-bashing or gender wars. Rather, our courses cover a broad range of subjects with sensitivity to gender, race, sexual orientation and class.

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World Languages, Literatures and Linguistics
In today’s increasingly global economy, you can use foreign language study to add a valuable international dimension to myriad career opportunities, such as teaching, business, economics, government work, journalism, law, medicine, computer science and other scientific research.

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