Overview

Summer 2012 Core Course schedule

Fall 2012 New Core course schedule

Fall 2012 old Core courses (non schedule)

USM Core Course List

About The Core Curriculum

The USM Core and the Lewiston Auburn Common Core are USM's general education pathways for undergraduate students. The USM Core and the LAC Common Core provide integrative and practical learning experiences that prepare students for successful participation in a complex and dynamic world. Students engage with faculty, staff, and each other within and outside the classroom to:

• learn about human cultures, the natural world, and their interrelationships;
• acquire the intellectual and practical skills necessary to understand, analyze and solve complex problems, and to communicate effectively;
• develop the knowledge and skills necessary to contribute to the social and environmental welfare of local and global communities; and
• become independent, life-long learners.
  

Special Strengths

Special strengths of the USM Core and Lewiston Common Core include:

• active learning that occurs both within and outside of the classroom,
• opportunities and incentives for students to connect their learning in the major with their Core courses, and
• learning experiences that build knowledge and skills throughout the student's academic career.

Requirements

See the Quick Links to your right for detailed information on USM Core and LAC Common Core requirements.

Contact Us

For additional assistance, please email Susan McWilliams at smcwilms@usm.maine.edu or call (207) 780-4755.