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2009-2010 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Division of Lifelong Learning Minors
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Maine Studies (18 credits)
The Minor in Maine Studies offers students the opportunity to investigate Maine’s cultural, historical, and physical landscapes. The program recognizes the value of a multidisciplinary approach to understanding Maine’s historical and contemporary issues. The Maine Studies minor is useful for those who plan to work in Maine, especially teachers, social workers, business people, policy makers and government employees. Students interested in a Maine studies minor must take a minimum of 18 credits in Maine-related courses, including MES 101, Introduction to Maine Studies. A minimum of 12 credit hours must be University of Maine courses. Students may complete the minor through courses on campus or at a distance.
Students interested in the Maine Studies minor should contact the Maine Studies office at 581-3147 or email carol.toner@umit.maine.edu Interdisciplinary Curricula
Peace and Reconciliation Studies (18 credits)
The Peace and Reconciliation Studies minor requires a minimum of 18 credits of study: 12 credits of required PAX courses and 6 credits of electives. Required courses include PAX 201, Introduction to Peace and Reconciliation Studies (which satisfies the general education requirement in the Social Contexts and Institutions, and Cultural Diversity and International Perspectives categories), PAX 410 - Theories in Peace Studies and two PAX courses chosen from PAX offerings each semester. Also available is Special Projects in Peace and Reconciliation Studies (PAX 498, section 001, for 1-6 credits), which offers advanced individual study, research, and written projects in Peace and Reconciliation Studies and related areas. This course is conducted under the guidance of a faculty member associated with the Peace and Reconciliation Studies Program. Students who wish to enroll in the Peace and Reconciliation Studies minor should visit the Peace and Reconciliation Studies office, 205 East Annex, (207) 581-2609, for assistance or further information. Enrollment is open to all undergraduate students at the University of Maine and there are no admissions requirements beyond those of the college a student is entering. Curriculum: Required courses (12 credits):
Two courses from the following list:
Elective Courses (6 credits):
In conversation with a Peace Studies advisor, select two additional university courses. |
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