Introduction
General Studies is an interdisciplinary
major that brings together courses from many different fields of study
within the liberal arts. Through exposure to a wide variety of subjects, you
will become a more complete, educated citizen of the world and will build a
base of knowledge and a core of skills that serve many careers.
The General studies major has two options, Contemporary America and
Exploring the World of Work. Each option requires between 6-18 credits of
fundamental courses which focus on communication and other workplace skills.
In addition, the Contemporary America option consists of courses in the
social sciences and the humanities. In the Exploring the Contemporary World
of Work option, students choose an emphasis in Business, International
Studies, Language, Government or Psychology/Sociology. Both options require
a Senior Experience which provides an opportunity to apply expertise learned
in the major and encourages students to become actively involved in either
the discipline or the community.
Why Study General Studies
at UW-Stevens Point?
The General Studies major allows you to
develop skills and abilities in many professional fields, such as
communication, technology, critical thinking and problem-solving,
contemporary issues, citizenship, self-development and lifelong learning.
High School Preparation
No specific preparation is required;
however courses that prepare you for the rigors of reading, writing and
thinking at the college level are recommended.
Department Features
The General Studies major is administered
by the Student Academic Advising Center. The professional academic advisors
who staff the Center are specifically trained to assist General Studies
students. They constantly update themselves on academic information,
university programs and courses of study, and available resources and
services. A student may schedule an appointment at any time by calling
346-3361 or by stopping in Room 103 of the Student Services Building.
Employment Opportunity
Many career fields do not require a
specific major. Rather they seek candidates who hold solid critical
thinking, presentation and social skills, as well as entry-level skills
specific to the job. General Studies helps you develop widely transferable
skills as well as the flexibility to investigate various avenues of
career-specific skills.
Sample Program of
Study for the General Studies Major:
|
Freshman Year
|
|
First Semester |
Credits |
Second Semester |
Credits |
| Eng 101 -
Freshman English |
3 |
Eng 102 -
Freshman English |
3 |
|
Humanities/Social Science |
3 |
Communication 101 |
2 |
| Mathematics |
3-4 |
Humanities/Soc Science |
3 |
| Natural
Science |
3 |
History
|
3 |
| Wellness |
2 |
GS
Fundamental course |
3 |
| |
|
Wellness |
1 |
| Total |
14-15 |
Total |
15 |
Sophomore Year |
| GS
Fundamental course
|
3 |
GS
Fundamental course |
3 |
| GS
Foundation/Emphasis course |
3 |
GS
Foundation/Emphasis course |
3 |
| GS
Foundation/Emphasis course |
3 |
GS
Foundation/Emphasis course
|
3 |
| Natural
Science and/or Humanities/Soc Science
|
5-6 |
GS
Foundation/Emphasis course |
3 |
| |
|
GS
Foundation/Emphasis course
|
3 |
| Total |
14-15 |
Total |
15 |
