Part 4: Final Thought

Knowing the type of college or university you attend and its mission can explain what kind of education you will receive. Liberal arts and sciences institutions are concerned with more than career preparation. In the history of the liberal arts, the focus has always been on the breadth of knowledge a person needs, whether as a citizen or as a human being in general or both. While careers are incredibly important and major curriculums are designed to make sure we have the tools necessary to go into the workforce, there is more to life than work, and general education prepares us to live our best lives.