Colby College
Bachelor degree
African-American Studies | |
The African-American Studies Program at Colby is an interdisciplinary program of courses designed to expose students to the history and culture of African-Americans in the United States and to connect those experiences to the literatures, histories and cultures of Africa, Latin America, and the Caribbean.... |
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Colby College
Bachelor degree
American Studies | |
American Studies is an interdisciplinary major that enables students to explore the complex interactions of peoples, cultures, social structures, and political institutions that have shaped the experiences of those living in the United States. Students are introduced to canonical and non-canonical literatures,... |
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Colby College
Bachelor degree
Anthropology | |
Anthropology is the scientific and humanistic study of cultural, physical, historical, and linguistic differences and similarities among humans. The discipline also seeks to understand and explain contexts of social inequalities by investigating power dynamics and identity constructions such as nationality,... |
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Colby College
Bachelor degree
Art
Art History | |
For students who are fulfilling the major in art, the art history concentration is offered to prepare the student for graduate work in the field. In addition to the standard requirements for the major, art history concentrators must take each of the survey courses (Art 111, 112, 173) and two additional... |
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Colby College
Bachelor degree
Art
Studio Art | |
For students who are fulfilling the major in art, the studio concentration is offered to provide a broadly founded studio sequence that will assist in the development of skills and strengthen portfolios for any anticipated graduate studio work. Additional requirements are: Art 221 and 222, or equivalent.... |
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Colby College
Bachelor degree
Biology
Cell and Molecular Biology/Biochemistry | |
The concentration in cell and molecular biology/biochemistry focuses biology majors on the interdisciplinary field that lies at the interface between biology and chemistry and also prepares students for graduate study or employment in the bio-medical fields. Recent graduates have pursued interests in... |
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Colby College
Bachelor degree
Biology
Environmental Science | |
The concentration in environmental science is designed to provide students with a background to work in the environmental field or to continue on to graduate study in environmental science, in ecology, or in one of the other biological disciplines. In recent years graduates have enrolled in graduate... |
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Colby College
Bachelor degree
Biology
Neuroscience | |
The concentration in neuroscience allows students to explore the interdisciplinary field at the interface between biology and psychology. This program prepares students for graduate study or employment in neuroscience or biomedical fields. Recent graduates have pursued research in neurodegenerative diseases,... |
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Colby College
Bachelor degree
Chemistry | |
The student major has access to a wide range of instruments for course work and research projects under supervision of a faculty that includes teaching specialists in analytical, environmental, inorganic, organic, physical chemistry, and biochemistry. Many students go on to graduate school in chemistry... |
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Colby College
Bachelor degree
Chemistry
Cell and Molecular Biology/Biochemistry | |
The student major has access to a wide range of instruments for course work and research projects under supervision of a faculty that includes teaching specialists in analytical, environmental, inorganic, organic, physical chemistry, and biochemistry. Many students go on to graduate school in chemistry... |
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Colby College
Bachelor degree
Chemistry
Biochemistry | |
The student major has access to a wide range of instruments for course work and research projects under supervision of a faculty that includes teaching specialists in analytical, environmental, inorganic, organic, physical chemistry, and biochemistry. Many students go on to graduate school in chemistry... |
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Colby College
Bachelor degree
Chemistry
Environmental Sciences | |
The student major has access to a wide range of instruments for course work and research projects under supervision of a faculty that includes teaching specialists in analytical, environmental, inorganic, organic, physical chemistry, and biochemistry. Many students go on to graduate school in chemistry... |
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Colby College
Bachelor degree
Classics | |
The study of classics and classical civilization is an interdisciplinary endeavor based on courses in languages, literature, history, archaeology, philosophy, political science, religion, and art. The pursuit of classics and classical civilization allows the acquisition of a liberal education by examining... |
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Colby College
Bachelor degree
Computer Science | |
Computer Science studies the design of computational processes, computing systems, and virtual objects. We're trying to answer the question, 'What can computers do?', which encompasses theory, application, and hardware.
Due to its broad applicability, Computer Science impacts and interacts with a wide... |
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Colby College
Bachelor degree
East Asian Studies | |
The East Asian region is home to some of the world's oldest cultures, and yet the area is also deeply relevant to the modern world. East Asia will to have a profound influence on world trade, politics, and culture in the twenty-first century. The East Asian Studies Department contributes an important... |
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Colby College
Bachelor degree
Economics | |
Economics classes emphasize theoretical modeling, empirical analysis, and critical thinking. After completing core courses in microeconomic and macroeconomic theory, students choose from a wide variety of electives. Economics majors also complete a senior seminar and conduct independent research projects... |
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Colby College
Bachelor degree
Economics
Financial Markets | |
The Economics Department provides a wide selection of courses analyzing market behavior and the interactions among consumers, firms, and governments. Economic tools, which are applicable to a broad range of topics, are used to investigate how individuals and firms make decisions in private and public... |
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Colby College
Bachelor degree
Economics
International Economics | |
The Economics Department provides a wide selection of courses analyzing market behavior and the interactions among consumers, firms, and governments. Economic tools, which are applicable to a broad range of topics, are used to investigate how individuals and firms make decisions in private and public... |
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Colby College
Bachelor degree
Economics
Mathematical Economics | |
The Economics Department provides a wide selection of courses analyzing market behavior and the interactions among consumers, firms, and governments. Economic tools, which are applicable to a broad range of topics, are used to investigate how individuals and firms make decisions in private and public... |
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Colby College
Bachelor degree
Economics
Public Policy | |
The Economics Department provides a wide selection of courses analyzing market behavior and the interactions among consumers, firms, and governments. Economic tools, which are applicable to a broad range of topics, are used to investigate how individuals and firms make decisions in private and public... |
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Colby College
Bachelor degree
English | |
The major in English builds upon the close reading and detailed analysis of literary texts; the investigation of the central political, cultural, and ideological issues occasioned by those texts, particularly issues of race, gender, and class; and the consideration of various critical approaches, methods... |
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Colby College
Bachelor degree
English
Creative Writing | |
The concentration in creative writing within the English major structures a rigorous program for the serious writing student who wishes to develop sophisticated writing skills in fiction or poetry along with a broad background in literature in English. A large series of English department offerings”Modern... |
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Colby College
Bachelor degree
Environmental Studies | |
The interdisciplinary environmental studies major with a concentration in science offers an introduction to national and global environmental issues and the opportunity to focus on conservation biology, marine science, environmental chemistry, or environmental geology. A foundation course in environmental... |
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Colby College
Bachelor degree
French Studies | |
The major in French studies promotes the acquisition of superior language skills while offering an opportunity to explore the richness of French and francophone literatures and cultures. Emphasis is placed on developing the critical and analytical skills that enhance the appreciation of various forms... |
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Colby College
Bachelor degree
Geology | |
Geology is the study of the entire Earth. It is the ultimate interdisciplinary science, in that geologists use knowledge of chemistry, physics, mathematics and modern biology to understand the physical and biological history of the entire planet. Geologists are charged with locating virtually all non-biological... |
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Colby College
Bachelor degree
German | |
The German program emphasizes the acquisition of superior skills in the German language as the basis for the study of the literatures and cultures of the German-speaking world. Unless otherwise noted, all courses are taught in German as students continue to hone their skills in reading, writing, speaking,... |
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Colby College
Bachelor degree
Government | |
The Department of Government offers a wide range of courses in American government, comparative politics, international relations, political theory, and environmental politics. Departmental goals include exposing students to a variety of forms of governments and intergovernmental activities and to the... |
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Colby College
Bachelor degree
History | |
History provides the opportunity to understand the diversity of human experience through the study of one‘s own and other cultures and societies as they have evolved over time. It is also a rigorous intellectual discipline involving research techniques, problem solving, and the critical evaluation of... |
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Colby College
Bachelor degree
International Studies | |
Colby's International Studies major challenges you to investigate global issues from a variety of perspectives. We believe that understanding the changing face of the European community, instability in Mexico, or the dramatic changes in China and Russia demand an appreciation of anthropolgy, politics,... |
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Colby College
Bachelor degree
Latin American Studies | |
A total of 10 courses, including Latin American Studies 173, 174, Spanish 231, two Latin American literature courses at the 200 level or above, four additional courses on Latin America at the 200 level or above from at least three disciplines other than literature, and one senior seminar or senior project.
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Colby College
Bachelor degree
Mathematical Sciences | |
The Mathematical Sciences major is a broad and flexible major with an applied focus. Because it gives students lots of choices, the major can be tailored to diverse interests. Math-Sci majors should work closely with their advisors to devise a selection of courses which has a well-defined theme and which... |
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Colby College
Bachelor degree
Mathematics | |
What's it all about? Well, it's about mathematics! Not mathematics as you may have met it in high school, a set of arbitrary rules for doing things, but rather mathematics as an intellectual pursuit. Someone once said that mathematics is the one discipline where nothing need ever be taken on faith: everything... |
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Colby College
Bachelor degree
Music | |
The music major include Western music history, tonal and post-tonal analysis, and applied music, while allowing students flexibility to emphasize composition, theory, history, performance, or popular music. Course offerings range from music history and theory to musicianship, conducting, composition,... |
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Colby College
Bachelor degree
Philosophy | |
’Philosophy,“ as William James put it, ’is an attempt to think without arbitrariness or dogmatism about the fundamental issues.“ One of the core disciplines of the liberal arts, philosophy provides a unique perspective on basic human activities such as the pursuit of knowledge, the creation of aesthetic... |
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Colby College
Bachelor degree
Psychology | |
The Psychology Curriculum is designed to give students the information and the tools they need to participate in the search for new knowledge. We believe that learning how to ask questions to which no one knows the answer, to know how to search effectively for answers to those questions, and to communicate... |
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Colby College
Bachelor degree
Religious Studies | |
The study of religion in a college curriculum involves the historical and comparative scrutiny of the religious traditions of Christianity, Judaism, Islam, Hinduism, Sikhism, Jainism, Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism, and Shinto. Inevitably, the examination of basic questions about religion, such as the... |
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Colby College
Bachelor degree
Russian Language and Culture | |
The major emphasizes Russian language and literature in order that students develop a broad understanding of Russian culture in the past and the present. Students are encouraged to participate in extracurricular activities on the campus, including guest lectures and seminars, discussion group meetings,... |
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Colby College
Bachelor degree
Science, Technology, and Society | |
Science, Technology, and Society (STS) is an exciting interdisciplinary field of study rooted in the history, philosophy, anthropology, and sociology of science and technology. It examines deep cultural roots of our technoscientific society and addresses pressing public policy issues. It constitutes... |
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Colby College
Bachelor degree
Sociology | |
The sociology curriculum introduces students to the discipline, especially to the interplay of sociological theory and sociological research. Courses foster appreciation of such sociological concerns as social inequality, race and ethnicity, gender, social change, globalization, social control, deviance,... |
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Colby College
Bachelor degree
Spanish | |
Spanish majors attain depth and breadth of literary and cultural knowledge across historical periods and geographical areas.
The program is committed to promoting greater critical awareness of the differentials of power that perpetuate social injustice and inform cultural and cross-cultural assumptions.... |
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Colby College
Bachelor degree
Theater and Dance | |
The primary mission of the Department of Theater and Dance is to promote the historical, theoretical, and experiential study of these performing arts as vital and important areas of inquiry for liberal arts students. The department is founded on two premises: first, that performance is essential to a... |
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Colby College
Bachelor degree
Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies | |
The Women‘s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies Program is a feminist interdisciplinary program designed to acquaint students with scholarship on women, gender, sexuality, and feminist theory. WGSS courses examine the way gender is culturally constructed and the relation of gender to other systems of social... |
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