University Catalog 2023-2024

Liberal Studies (MLS)

MLS 501  Seminar In Liberal Studies  (3 credit hours)  

Intensive study of an interdisciplinary issue or area. Seminars, varying each semester, address such topics as arts studies, history and literature, sociobiology and social sciences, world trade and world conflict, and technology and social change.

Prerequisite: Admission to M.A. in liberal studies

Typically offered in Fall, Spring, and Summer

MLS 630  Independent Study  (1-3 credit hours)  

Advanced independent study of an interdisciplinary topic under supervision of a faculty member.

Prerequisite: Admission to M.A. in liberal studies

Typically offered in Fall, Spring, and Summer

MLS 676  Independent Project  (1-3 credit hours)  

Advanced independent research on an interdisciplinary project under supervision of a faculty member.

Prerequisite: Admission to M.A. in liberal studies

Typically offered in Fall, Spring, and Summer

MLS 685  Master's Supervised Teaching  (1-3 credit hours)  

Teaching experience under the mentorship of faculty who assist the student in planning for the teaching assignment, observe and provide feedback to the student during the teaching assignment, and evaluate the student upon completion of the assignment.

Prerequisite: Master's student

Typically offered in Fall, Spring, and Summer

MLS 690  Master's Examination  (1-9 credit hours)  

For students in non thesis master's programs who have completed all other requirements of the degree except preparing for and taking the final master's exam.

Prerequisite: Master's student

Typically offered in Fall, Spring, and Summer