Each student who attends Lindenwood University takes coursework within the Humanities Division and many choose to select a major from among the following undergraduate degree areas:

American Studies: Lindenwood students interested in an interdisciplinary study of the American Experience may choose to earn a BA degree in American Studies. A minor is also available.

Foreign Languages: Lindenwood students are encouraged to study a foreign language either as a major or a minor or for cross-cultural or elective credit. Students in these courses study the language, culture, and literature of countries that have Spanish, German, or French as their first languages.

English: All undergraduate students must complete a minimum of six hours each of composition and literature. Majors are offered in English with an emphasis in either literature or creative writing. A dual emphasis can be requested but will require completion of requirements for both emphases. In addition, minors are available in creative writing and English literature. A student may also choose to complete a Writing Certificate.

History: All undergraduate students must complete a minimum of three hours of world history and another 3 hours of either American history or government. Additionally, students may choose to major in history which requires coursework in American history, European history, world history, American government, and economics.

Religion and Philosophy: All undergraduate students are required to complete one religion or philosophy course. In addition, majors and minors are offered in both religion and philosophy.

A Masters of Arts in Teaching with an Emphasis in History allows teachers to take coursework within both the education and humanities divisions. These courses will be offered during the summer and evenings.

Integral components of each class within the Humanities Division include critical thinking as well as interpretation, application, and extension of ideas. The goal of the Humanities Division is to acquaint all Lindenwood students with the historical context and current applications of English, history, religion, philosophy, and modern languages. The faculty strives to make subject matter clear though a variety of educational strategies and works to motivate students to greater appreciation of the great artists and thinkers of the past as well as the present.

Questions concerning the Humanities Division or its programs can be directed to Don Heidenreich, Ph.D., Dean of Humanities. She can be reached at 636-949-4414 or via email at .

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