The Purpose of General Education Courses at MLC
The purpose of the General Education curriculum at Martin Luther College is to establish a base of college-level knowledge, academic skills, and aptitudes necessary for ministers of the gospel of the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod. The curriculum includes the following objectives:
- Understand how God has carried out his plan of salvation through Jesus Christ, as revealed in Holy Scripture;
- Understand major themes, events, and developments in early modern and modern history;
- Understand the created world through the application of scientific concepts and methods;
- Demonstrate the writing skills necessary for clear and engaging communication;
- Demonstrate the reading skills necessary for analyzing texts closely and contextually;
- Demonstrate the mathematical reasoning skills necessary for quantitative analysis and problem-solving;
- Develop the aptitudes of self-awareness, empathy, and openness necessary for intercultural competence;
- Develop the aptitudes of relationship building, conflict resolution, and small-group dynamics necessary for interpersonal communication;
- Develop functional skills in music literacy necessary for active participation in worship and collaborative music endeavors; and
- Develop the knowledge of fitness concepts and aptitudes in the areas of movement necessary for an active and healthy lifestyle.
Courses
Students enrolled in any program at Martin Luther College take 38 general education credits. The courses are listed below by subject area. Education majors pursuing Minnesota state licensure should consult their specific program plan before choosing courses from the elective menus below.
