"Transferring to MCLA was one of the greatest decisions I ever made. Being able to learn from and connect with the faculty and staff equipped me with greater networking capabilities/skills and the opportunity to use them outside of the institution, preparing me for the road ahead. Taking part and engaging in different clubs and organizations on campus helped to shape and guide me for countless opportunities."
Brandon Pender ’07 Research Analyst, Office of State Rep. Daniel E. Bosley ’76
Interdisciplinary Studies
The Department of Philosophy/Modern Language/Interdisciplinary Studies offers a four-year program leading to a Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies. Building upon a common foundation of four interdisciplinary courses, each student designs the remainder of his/her major program by selecting offerings from at least two other departments, offerings which accord with chosen career objectives.
Concentrations: American Studies
Community Development
Criminal Justice
Cultural Studies
General Science
Health Service Management
Humanities
Human Development
International Studies
Language Studies
Natural Sciences
Public Administration
Social Sciences
Travel and Tourism
Chairperson: Marc Goldstein, Chair
IDS:
Bill Montgomery
Modern Language
Graziana Ramsden
Philosophy
David Johnson
Matthew Silliman
Paul Nnodim
One-Year Terminal
Ellen DiGiovanni
Part Time
Christopher Ramsden
Teacher Licensure/Certification: Students majoring in interdisciplinary studies (with a liberal arts area of study) may opt to pursue an Initial license in early childhood, elementary or middle school. Students will complete an interdisciplinary studies major and a major in education.
