General education, or gen ed, is an undergraduate experience shared by all – regardless of major. At most universities, general education refers to the basic liberal arts classes\u2014like English, science, math, and history\u2014that make up the first two years of college. At Queens we deliver our gen ed courses in a unique, topic-based format that promotes discussion and critical thinking. We pair our in-classroom learning with required out-of-the-classroom experiences to prepare you for your future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
As a liberal arts school, it\u2019s in our DNA to dig deeper into everything we do. Our Learning Communities (LCs) are a set of courses, taken all together, that are built around complex, real-world topics and an integrated project or assignment. Your chosen topic will be examined from all angles in these courses. You can explore topics such as the pursuit of happiness, sustainability, race, the arts, zombies, and more!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In the learning community \u201cHow We Experience the Arts\u201d you can choose between several subtopics, such as studying narrative, looking into the psychological responses and neuroscience behind music, diving into reactions to sensory inputs, or focusing on 2D visual art\u2019s impact on society. After taking multiple classes surrounding the one topic of experiencing the arts, you now have a comprehensive view of the topic and you\u2019ve fulfilled your gen ed requirements!<\/p>\n\n\n\n