The growing impact of globalization, and the increasing interactions among global cultures and societies, provide the backdrop for the International Studies program at Doane. This is a multidisciplinary major, offering students the opportunity to take internationally-focused classes from the humanities, social sciences, and economics/business, depending on their region or topic of interest.
The information systems major is designed for students interested in pursuing careers related to the analysis, design, development, implementation, and support of computer information systems and technology in organizations.
Individuals interested in a computer degree program or business program are also good candidates for this major.
"The past does not repeat itself, but it rhymes."
Mark Twain
History is the study of the past, of events, of people, of ideas, and of change over time. Students of history learn about what shapes our historical consciousness and how the present continues to be influenced by the past. At Doane, the history major offers the opportunity to study Western and non-Western cultures, from the Roman period through contemporary times.
The Environmental and Earth Sciences Program at Doane College nurtures students' perspectives on environmental topics and provides them with a thorough knowledge of environmental issues at the global, regional and local levels. The program will increase your competence in addressing these issues and their origins, consequences and solutions. The program is interdisciplinary and designed to prepare you for careers or advanced study in a variety of areas.
An economics major prepares students for a variety of careers in business and government. Economics provides a logical, ordered way of looking at various problems and issues. It draws upon history, philosophy and mathematics to help students examine the choices individuals and groups make concerning the allocation of their scarce resources to meet varied and limitless wants. The study of economics at Doane is designed from a liberal arts perspective and emphasizes international economics and financial markets.
Doane Chemistry offers students the chance to observe the small stuff: the molecules that make up the world around us, from the fuel we put in our gas tanks to the complex inner workings of our own bodies.
The science of biology plays a central role in important issues like global climate change, stem cell research and ecological restoration, as well as global health issues such as avian influenza, tuberculosis and HIV/AIDS.
If you are interested in extending your computing studies beyond the requirements for the information systems major, the IST Honors Program may be right for you.
The IST Honors Program is also an excellent way to prepare for graduate school.
Students apply for the IST Honors Program in ATV 137, typically completed during the sophomore year. To be accepted into the program, students must:
Honors Program Requirements
Students in the honors program must complete the biology major requirements plus:
Requirements for the Biochemistry Major:
