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21st Century Curriculum Marietta College believes that a foundation in the liberal arts is essential and sufficient preparation for any career. The College's charter, dating from 1835, calls for an education "in the various branches of useful knowledge" and the goal is to provide academic programs that are based on the best of the past and have a high relevance to today's world of work. A new curriculum was introduced in the fall of 2003. It has three components: First Year Program In the student's first year, s/he will enroll in the First Year Seminar and the College Life and Leadership Laboratory. Together, these courses are designed to help the student make the intellectual and social transition from high school and home to life in a residential college. General Education General Education (sometimes known as a "core" curriculum) provides opportunities to study many fields in breadth, and complement the in-depth study required by your major field. Each student is required, therefore, to acquire a breadth of knowledge across these areas:
Major concentration Students choose their own majors (and minors, if desired), and work toward satisfying the particular requirements of their program. All majors have a "capstone" or culminating course. The form of this is appropriate to the major, e.g., a Student Show for Graphic Design students, a semester studying abroad for students majoring in Spanish, a year-long research project for students in Physics or Environmental Science. Curriculum goals We've designed our academic program to encourage all students to read widely, write well and think clearly. In fact, to better prepare you for tomorrow's rapidly changing world, we foster a far-reaching academic environment in which you will:
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Marietta, OH 45750 800-331-7896 |
| Marietta College is a private, liberal arts college located in southeast Ohio. 215 Fifth Street, Marietta, OH 45750; Toll-free: 1-800-331-7896 |
Last modified: March 27, 2006 |