The Liberal Arts Associate in Arts Degree with an Area of Emphasis in Arts and Humanities emphasizes the study of cultural, literary, humanistic activities and artistic expression of human beings. Students will evaluate and interpret the ways in which people through the ages in different cultures have responded to themselves and the world around them in artistic and cultural creation. Students will also learn to value aesthetic understanding and incorporate these concepts when constructing value judgments. To earn this Associate Degree students must complete: 1)All major course requirements with a grade of C or better; 2)Cypress College Native General Education requirements; California State University General Education Breadth requirements (CSU GE Breadth) or IGETC General Education requirements; 3) Fulfillment of all gradand uation requirements, to include local requirements of a minimum of one (1) unit of coursework approved for Physical Activity and Health and three (3) units of coursework approved for Social Justice, Equity and Sustainability 4)any elective courses to complete a minimum of 60 units; and, have a minimum GPA of 2.0. This degree requires a total of 18 units in the major, in addition to general graduation requirements.

Program Student Learning Outcomes:

✓ Explain the values of a culture as expressed through its art or language. Demonstrate skills to pursue lifelong learning in the areas of arts and humanities. Make connections between the fine arts and humanities to demonstrate knowledge and an appreciation of factors that influence traditions.