EKU Comparative Humanities
Why Study Humanities?
- Cultural literacy – learn about the great ideas and the great expressions of the world’s cultures
- Creativity – learn to generate new ideas and pursue them to completion
- Integrative skills – learn how to gather and synthesize knowledge from many areas
- Interdisciplinary skills – learn to think outside of the box, to cross-fertilize
- Confidence – develop a knowledge and skill base that prepares you fully to engage in the world
- Versatility – create a tailored course of study that suits your interests and goals
- Personal growth – learn how to expand personal horizons throughout life
- Critical thinking – learn to analyze literature, art, music, historical events and philosophical ideas
- Adaptability – learn skills that will prepare you for work in a changing environment
- Problem-solving – learn to respond creatively to difficult and complex problems
- Aesthetic sensitivity – develop an appreciation of visual, musical, literary and religious art forms
- Historical depth – understand the traditions that give shape to our contemporary world
- Communication – learn how to write and speak effectively and convincingly
