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What the heck are the liberal arts?

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The liberal arts are important, people say. I agree. Some of us scientists will point out that science is a part of the liberal arts. Okay, sure. But what do people mean when they say “the liberal arts?” Continue reading →

This entry was tagged liberal arts, liberal arts college, SLAC.
  • Date 20 March 2017
  • Author Terry McGlynn

University writing requirements are a joke

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When your undergraduates leave campus with a Bachelor’s degree, can they write well?

I wish I could say that about our student body as a whole, but I’d be lying. Continue reading →

This entry was tagged communication, liberal arts college, writing.
  • Date 05 March 2015
  • Author Terry McGlynn

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