Philosophy of General Education
The Philosophy of General Education of Bryan College of Health Sciences is built on the premise that education is more than a program of study. It is a life-long, interactive process that builds on previous experience and expands one's world view promoting change in attitudes, beliefs, values and/or behaviors.
General Education establishes a broad foundation of knowledge that is essential to the development of an educated person. Multidimensional, holistic growth of the individual is promoted through an integrated study of the Natural Sciences, Social Sciences, Communication, Mathematics, Humanities/Fine Arts and Business Management. A core of General Education knowledge is fundamental to any area of study within Bryan College of Health Sciences.
Through completion of the Bryan College of Health Sciences' General Education plan, graduates will demonstrate the following learning outcomes:
- Apply the physical and biological sciences to human health concepts.
- Evaluate the societal factors (political, social, psychological, economic, religion, age, etc.) that influence individuals in diverse communities.
- Deliver cohesive communication in a variety of formats in a professional setting.
- Employ quantitative and logical reasoning to solve problems.
- Analyze issues using a multi-faceted approach to holistically address problems.
- Integrate ethical reasoning into personal and professional identities to treat others with dignity.
- Articulate business management standards of practice to be a contributing member of a professional organization.
- Differentiate one's own experiences from the experiences of others to foster global sensitivity.
