General Education

At the core of Middle Tennessee State University’s educational
mission is the General Education curriculum. This curriculum is designed
to provide students with a diverse and interdisciplinary knowledge base
that complements and supports their college majors. With an emphasis on
critical thinking, problem- solving, and effective communication, General
Education provides a foundation for academic and professional success
as well as informed civic engagement. The General Education experience
equips students with the tools necessary to become lifelong learners capable
of adapting their knowledge and skills to a dynamic and diverse world.

• Think independently and critically
• Analyze and evaluate beliefs and attitudes, data and ideas, issues and values
• Gather information through various methods of inquiry
• Integrate and synthesize new ideas and information
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• Communicate verbally, quantitatively, and artistically in a variety of
  contexts and media
• Weigh opinions and make decisions based on rational, ethical, moral, and
  aesthetic considerations
• Integrate acquired knowledge and personal experience with historical,
  cultural, and contemporary perspectives in a changing and diverse society
• Recognize the significance of personal well-being and understand the
  roles, problems, and concerns of an engaged citizen
  For more information: Dr. Susan Myers-Shirk,
  PH 216, 615-898-5624
  mtsu.edu/gened
  Also see True Blue Core
• https://gen-ed.mtsu.edu/requirements/