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representative of various cultural periods, and personal participation.
6. An understanding of the history and defining character of Western culture and an appreciation of other cultures. Cultural differences may be expressed in terms of linguistic structures, the creative arts, religious traditions, political values, etc.
7. Knowledge of religious history and tradition from its written word, including an awareness of Judeo-Christian values and ethics and an understanding of questions of moral behavior as applied to home, professional, civic, and social life. The student should be encouraged to formulate a clearly thought-out philosophy of ethical and moral values.
Social Literacy
8. An understanding of the social forces that influence individual and collective behavior, including economic, political, psychological, and sociological forces.
9. Awareness of the practices required and resources available to respond purposefully to social forces that affect one’s physical, mental, and emotional health.
PHILOSOPHY OF GENERAL EDUCATION
The inclusion of specific general education requirements in all degree plans is an integral part of the overall purpose and philosophy of Texas Wesleyan University. The faculty, administration, Board of Trustees, and student body reaffirm the mission of the University to combine for the student the traditional liberal arts with preparation for a professional career in contemporary society. Thus, the curriculum followed by the student unites the general requirements outlined here and the specific offerings of the chosen major in order to provide an effective educational experience for each Texas Wesleyan University graduate.
As a private, comprehensive university with a tradition in the liberal arts stressing small classes and individual attention, Texas Wesleyan is committed to the liberal arts and general education as a means to the overall goal of a complete education for each student.
Departments may also recommend specific requirements within the General Education Curriculum for students planning to major in specific programs. The 3+2 Biology B.S. program with the UNTHSC may make additional modifications to the General Education Curriculum. The Bachelor of Science in Health Science also has a modified General Education Curriculum. Students should refer to the listings of major requirements for details.
All students, except transfer students for whom the General Education Curriculum has been waived following the policy below or those transfer students who have completed ENG 1301 or MAT 1302 or higher, are required to take the English and/or Mathematics Placement Exams prior to initial registration. All students with a verbal SAT score below 530 (or the ACT equivalent score) or transfer students with fewer than 31 hours must take the Reading Placement Exam. Students should refer to the Placement Exam section listed previously in the Undergraduate Catalog for specific information regarding this requirement.
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