Spanish has become increasingly relevant in today's world, due to increased internationalism and ready access to travel and communication with people from other nations. Students interested in studying Spanish will find the opportunity to acquire proficiency in this language will enhance your understanding of the global community.
Why Study Languages?
"There is a correlation between high school foreign language study and higher academic performance at the college level."
The demands of international commerce, as well as the increasing number of individuals in the U.S. who speak English as a learned language, define the need for professionals who can speak multiple languages. At Doane, students are immersed in their language major to attain a high level of proficiency and a well-rounded, cultural education.
Why Study Languages?
"There is a correlation between high school foreign language study and higher academic performance at the college level."
The demands of international commerce, as well as the increasing number of individuals in the U.S. who speak English as a learned language, define the need for professionals who can speak multiple languages. At Doane, students are immersed in their language major to attain a high level of proficiency and a well-rounded, cultural education.
We provide students who major in French with instruction in the French language, as well as French and Francophone literature and culture.
Why Study Languages?
The English undergraduate degree is designed to build a sound foundation in general literacy for a variety of possible professions, from editing and writing to teaching and law. An English major provides unusually strong preparation for graduate study as well, through the core of required courses.
Program Offerings
The Journalism and Media major prepares students to gather news and information and distribute it in all formats - broadcast, online and print. Since the major requires just 33 credits, students have the freedom to expand their learning in traditional liberal arts courses, or double major or minor.
Religious Studies is an academic discipline encouraging students to think critically about the major religious traditions of our world, as well as their scriptures, stories, rituals, practices, beliefs and aesthetic expressions.
We do not seek to advocate a specific religious practice or belief. Instead, we ask students to engage religious beliefs and practices in an empathetic fashion in order to understand not just other belief systems, but also their own.
A psychology major consists of a wide range of theoretical and applied courses for students interested in obtaining a broad understanding of human behavior. Through two emphases, general psychology and mental health, the major prepares you for a career in a variety of human service settings.
Internship Opportunities
Doane students may participate in semester-long internships, gaining hands-on, applied experience for college credit. Psychology students have completed internships at such organizations as:
Philosophy explores the basic concepts of self-identity, knowledge, reality and morality. The department of philosophy and religious studies offers you the opportunity to explore deep-rooted values and ideals playing a role in shaping the world, its people, and cultures.
What is Philosophy?
Philosophy is an ancient discipline with a modern sensibility. It is ancient in that it attempts to find answers to life's most enduring and difficult questions:
What is the purpose of human life?
Natural science is an interdisciplinary bachelor of science degree major for students seeking a general education in science and the natural science field endorsement.
This major meets the requirements for certification to teach biology, chemistry, physics, and earth science in grades 7-12.
