Division of General Studies
The Division of General Studies is the academic unit that assists students in becoming well-rounded students from the time they enter Morris College until they transition into their chosen major program of study.
The Division of General Studies is focused on helping students successfully transition from high school to college by providing a sound academic foundation covering a broad range of subject areas that include communication skills, the physical sciences, mathematics, the social and behavioral sciences, religion and the humanities, as well as computer and information literacy.
One hundred percent of the General Studies faculty have earned the master’s or doctoral degree, and are experienced teachers and scholars. Most of our faculty have published books or articles in scholarly publications, or have made presentations in a variety of professional settings. Besides, being well-trained and experienced, our faculty genuinely care about the well-being of our students and put forth every effort to help get their college careers off to a successful start.
The Division of General Studies provides strong academic support to students through our developmental program, which includes tutorial services provided by both supplementary instructors as well as student peer tutors. Through these initiatives, students transition into their chosen major programs of study well prepared to achieve success.
Tracks
It is the aim of the Morris College General Education Curriculum to ensure that each student can:
- Demonstrate knowledge of the fundamentals of written and oral communication that is appropriate and effective in a variety of situations and for a variety of purposes and audiences.
- Demonstrate knowledge of literary, visual and performing arts in their cultural contexts.
- Identify and analyze terms related to the major periods and events of African American and World History.
- Utilize the scientific method to develop a working knowledge of essential physical and biological science principles, and analyze various ways to maintain good human health and well-being.
- Demonstrate basic knowledge of the mind and how it works and interacts both alone and with others.
- Utilize and apply mathematical reasoning to other areas of knowledge.
- Demonstrate knowledge of the history, religious texts, and doctrinal teachings of the Bible.
- Demonstrate computer literacy and proficiency with information essentials and office applications.
COURSE STUDY CURRICULUM
General Education Requirements – Mathematics & Non-Science Track
| Courses | Credits Needed |
|---|---|
| English | 9 |
| ENG 103 Fundamentals of Composition | 3 |
| ENG 104 Research and Composition | 3 |
| ENG 205 African American Literature | 3 |
| Social/Behavioral Sciences | 6 |
| HIS 106 African American History | 3 |
| PSY 201 General Psychology | 3 |
| Choose one of the following courses: | 3 |
| GEO 201 World Regional Geography | 3 |
| HIS 104 World History | 3 |
| *SOC 101 Principles of Sociology | 3 |
| Natural Sciences | 8 |
| BIO 100 Biological Sciences | 4 |
| PHS 100 Physical Sciences | 4 |
| Religion | 6 |
| REL 201 Literature and Religion of the Old Testament | 3 |
| REL 202 Literature and Religion of the New Testament | 3 |
| Mathematics | 3 |
| MAT 103 College Algebra | 3 |
| Health and Physical Education | 3 |
| **HSC 210 Health and Physical Education | 3 |
| Fine Arts | 4 |
| ART 101 Art Appreciation | 2 |
| MUS 101 Music Appreciation | 2 |
| FRS 100 Freshman Seminar I | 1 |
| FRS 102 Freshman Seminar II | 1 |
| CIS 101 Introduction to Computers | 2 |
| Voice and Speech Improvement | 3 |
| SPH 103 Voice and Speech Improvement | 3 |
| TOTAL | 49 |
*Students who major in Sociology are advised to take SOC 101;
students who plan to major in Education must take GEO 201.
**Three credit hours of Military Science may be substituted for HSC 210.
It is the aim of the Morris College General Education Curriculum to ensure that each student can:
- Demonstrate knowledge of the fundamentals of written and oral communication that is appropriate and effective in a variety of situations and for a variety of purposes and audiences.
- Demonstrate knowledge of literary, visual and performing arts in their cultural contexts.
- 3Identify and analyze terms related to the major periods and events of African American and World History.
- Utilize the scientific method to develop a working knowledge of essential physical and biological science principles, and analyze various ways to maintain good human health and well-being.
- Demonstrate basic knowledge of the mind and how it works and interacts both alone and with others.
- Utilize and apply mathematical reasoning to other areas of knowledge.
- Demonstrate knowledge of the history, religious texts, and doctrinal teachings of the Bible..Demonstrate computer literacy and proficiency with information essentials and office applications.
COURSE STUDY CURRICULUM
General Education Requirements – Science (Biology) Track
| Courses | Credits Needed |
|---|---|
| English | 9 |
| ENG 103 Fundamentals of Composition | 3 |
| ENG 104 Research and Composition | 3 |
| ENG 205 African American Literature | 3 |
| Social/Behavioral Sciences | 6 |
| HIS 104 World History | 3 |
| HIS 106 African American History | 3 |
| Choose one of the following courses: | 3 |
| PSY 201 General Psychology | 3 |
| SOC 101 Principles of Sociology | 3 |
| GEO 201 World Geography | 3 |
| Natural Sciences | 8 |
| BIO 103 General Zoology | 4 |
| *CHM 101 General Chemistry I | 4 |
| Religion | 6 |
| REL 201 Literature and Religion of the Old Testament | 3 |
| REL 202 Literature and Religion of the New Testament | 3 |
| Mathematics | 3 |
| MAT 103 College Algebra | 3 |
| Health and Physical Education | 3 |
| **HSC 210 Health and Physical Education | 3 |
| Fine Arts | 4 |
| ART 101 Art Appreciation | 2 |
| MUS 101 Music Appreciation | 2 |
| FRS 100 Freshman Seminar I | 1 |
| FRS 102 Freshman Seminar II | 1 |
| CIS 101 Introduction to Computers | 2 |
| Voice and Speech Improvement | 3 |
| SPH 103 Voice and Speech Improvement | 3 |
| TOTAL | 49 |
*PHS 100 Physical Sciences is required for Biology/Secondary Education
majors in lieu of CHM 101.
**Three credit hours of Military Science may be substituted for HSC 210.
CONTACT
Dr. Evelyn Cohen
Chairperson, General Studies
Phone: 803.934.3181
Email: [email protected]