The Core Curriculum is the Liberal Arts foundation of a La Roche
College education. As students progress through a diverse yet
coordinated succession of Core courses, they are challenged to
develop the fundamental proficiencies necessary for success in
any field of study; to read, write, think, and act critically
and creatively in diverse areas of intellectual inquiry; to
explore within interdisciplinary settings the individual, local,
and global contexts in which they live; and to develop standards
of ethical belief and behavior in their academic and personal
lives. As such, the Core prepares students to participate
intellectually, ethically, creatively, and spiritually within
their communities, professions, and world. Upon successful
completion of the Core, students are expected to demonstrate the
following characteristics, in addition to the learning outcomes
described for each component and the component courses of the
curriculum. . Competence in the fundamental activities necessary
for success in any fie