Through the Core Curriculum, students will:

1. demonstrate an effective level of cognitive, communicative, and research skills;
   
   
2. achieve a college level of computational skills and an ability to understand and interpret numerical data;
   
   
3. acquire a knowledge of the history and heritage of western civilization, to include:
   
   
   • the contributions of religious faith and philosophical thought to understanding the person in community;
     
     
   • the relationship of the individual to society: membership and participation in groups and institutions;
     
     
   • scientific literacy through a knowledge of the history, the methods, and the impact of science on the individual, society,and the environment;
     
     
   • artistic and literary heritage;
   
   
4. develop an understanding of global society: cultural diversity, mutual relationships, interdependence of peoples and nations;
   
   
5. apply liberal learning in problem-solving contexts as preparation for active participation in society;
   
   
6. make informed ethical decisions that promote personal integrity, the legitimate rights and aspirations of  individuals and groups, and the common good.