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