History, Anthropology, & Philosophy

History gives context about how humanity got to where it is today through the exploration of documentary sources from the past; it also provides graduates with up-to-date skills in research, argumentation, and information literacy.

Anthropology examines the human past through archaeology, dives into the diversity of human societies through cultural anthropology and reveals how the human experience affects the body through the forensic study of human remains, both ancient and modern.

Philosophy teaches the art of thinking clearly and living better and helps us address the world’s most important ethical questions, whether they relate to the practice of medicine, care for the environment, or our personal conduct.

How does the human experience affect the ways we think about medicine, our perceptions of disease, and our choices about healthcare? This certificate is open to students of any major who want to study healthcare through the lens of history, literature, ethics, critical thinking and the arts. It will be of value in particular to students interested in health policy, bioethics, medical administration, art therapy, pastoral care, or any field where the study of human culture can bring insight into healthcare research and delivery.

This certificate is open to students of any major who would like to gain the skills and professional insights that would allow them to work in a modern museum. In classwork and in applied experiences, students will gain an understanding of the collection and care of objects; the creation, interpretation, and evaluation of exhibits; and the future of museums in a digital age.

The post-baccalaureate certificate offers an understanding of the ethics involved in healthcare and adjacent fields, offering  elements of cultural competency and critical thinking that address the needs of  healthcare students and professionals as they grapple with the difficult ethical questions of today's healthcare. Grounded in a common Bioethics Philosophy class, students can explore further classes in an area of their choice before working on a capstone project, putting ethics to practical use. This certificate will be of interest to students planning to be physicians or nurses, work in pastoral care, pursue social work, or enter the professions of psychiatric or psychological counseling of grieving or stressed patients and family.