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Social Work Minor

The social work minor emphasizes a commitment to social justice and a life of service. It serves as an introduction to the field of social work and provides supplemental preparation for students enrolled in people-oriented studies such as contemporary ministries, psychology, communication and education.

Psychology Minor

The psychology minor introduces students to psychology: the psychological perspective on human behavior, cognition and emotions.

Distinctive Features

The minor provides a succinct overview of the psychology field. Courses focus on basic concepts of psychology, statistics, the psychology of learning, child development, personality and several other topics.

Philosophy Minor

Philosophy explores logical explanations of reality, knowledge and morality. This minor provides students with a basic understanding of the history of Western philosophy, complimenting majors in religion, literature, the arts, history and science.

Peacemaking and Conflict Studies Minor

Conflict within and between people, groups and nations is a consistent—and significant—part of the human experience. Peacemaking explores passive means for managing and resolving such conflict. This minor helps students understand the nature of human conflict and move toward becoming informed and active peacemakers in interpersonal, inter-group and international relationships.

Music Minor

The minor in music provides students with an introduction to musical training, offering the basic skills necessary for understanding and appreciating music.

Mathematics Minor

FPU's minor in mathematics provides students with a condensed and highly-focused program in mathematics as a complement to other majors, as well as a fulfillment of personal interest.

Liberal Studies Minor

Liberal studies at FPU provide an overview of multiple disciplines, offering students a broad perspective that can serve as a foundation for limitless career interests. The liberal studies minor serves as a valuable partner to many of majors offered here.

Distinctive Features

This minor provides key courses for the preparation of future elementary teachers, including courses that cover content that is included in the CSET.

International Studies Minor

The international studies minor serves as an introduction to the global community in which we live-its geography, diverse cultures and varied economic and political systems. It explores these areas in relation to our increasing interdependence.

Distinctive Features

A minor in international studies offers diverse, interdisciplinary courses focused on political science, history, sociology, geography, religion and international business.

History Minor

History explores the people, cultures, events and actions of the past, in order to shed light on the present and future. The history minor provides students with an introduction to this exploration and develops the tools needed for continued historical reflection.

Environmental Studies Minor

The minor in environmental studies is designed to deepen an individual's appreciation of the natural world, teaching each student studying in the program how to exercise greater personal stewardship with regards to the environment.

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