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Letters & Science is the home of the humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences.

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A liberal arts education provides the base for lifelong learning and career advancement in any profession. Specialization in a major plus classes across multiple subject areas foster intellectual curiosity, a better understanding of the world, and skills in communication and problem-solving. Students who can be adaptable and flexible are better at navigating a swiftly evolving job market, where the ability to learn new skills and demonstrate versatility is highly prized, both immediately after college and long-term over the course of a lifetime.

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