Associate in Arts, Emphasis in Humanities
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The Associate in Arts (AA), Emphasis in Humanities degree provides the first two years of a four-year curriculum for students who wish to receive an education in the diverse field of humanities, including language, philosophy, religion, art, music, performance, and literature. Coursework in this program supports students in their development of a rigorous and interdisciplinary lens to investigate the artifacts of human experience including intellectual and creative expressions, as well as cultural ideas and values of the ancient and modern worlds. As such, students develop habits of mind, such as creative and critical thinking skills and intellectual curiosity, that position them well for careers in a diverse array of fields and support lifelong learning. Graduates from humanities programs may pursue careers in education, law, creative and professional writing, marketing and international business, social media production and management, government, the nonprofit sector, arts administration, and the helping professions.
Details
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.
Students at any Maricopa Community College may need to complete courses at more than one of our colleges.
- Interpret the artifacts of human experiences from an interdisciplinary perspective informed by humanities disciplines.
- Compare artifacts of thought from a variety of perspectives in order to understand commonality and meaningful diversity in the human experience.
- Develop the habits of mind fostered by engagement with the humanities such as intellectual curiosity, critical thinking, and an openness to diverse perspectives.
- Identify individual, social, global, and environmental responsibility through engagement with the humanities disciplines.
- Explain the relevance of the humanities to one`s personal and professional development.
- Utilize cultural resources to support lifelong learning and engagement with the community.
- Apply relevant knowledge, skills, and habits of mind to seek career opportunities in the field.
Successful completion of this degree may lead to employment in a variety of different occupations and industries. Below are examples of related occupations with associated Arizona-based wages* for this degree. Education requirements vary for the occupations listed below, so you may need further education or degrees in order to qualify for some of these jobs and earn the related salaries. Please visit with an academic advisor and/or program director for additional information. You can click on any occupation to view the detail regarding education level, wages, and employment information.
Advertising and Promotions Managers
$99,360 Show expanded career information for Advertising and Promotions Managers
Plan, direct, or coordinate advertising policies and programs or produce collateral materials, such as posters, contests, coupons, or giveaways, to create extra interest in the purchase of a product or service for a department, an entire organization, or on an account basis.
Average Salary
$99,360
Entry Level Salary
$59,590
Mid Level Salary
$98,360
Expert Level Salary
$130,670
Average Hourly Wage
$47.77
Entry Level Hourly Wage
$28.65
Mid Level Hourly Wage
$47.00
Expert Level Hourly Wage
$62.82
Typical Education Level
Bachelors Degree
Projected Job Openings
200
Archivists
$55,630 Show expanded career information for Archivists
Appraise, edit, and direct safekeeping of permanent records and historically valuable documents. Participate in research activities based on archival materials.
Average Salary
$55,630
Entry Level Salary
$37,900
Mid Level Salary
$48,740
Expert Level Salary
$77,170
Average Hourly Wage
$26.74
Entry Level Hourly Wage
$18.22
Mid Level Hourly Wage
$23.00
Expert Level Hourly Wage
$37.10
Typical Education Level
Masters Degree
Projected Job Openings
140
Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary
$78,800 Show expanded career information for Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary
Teach courses pertaining to the culture and development of an area, an ethnic group, or any other group, such as Latin American studies, women's studies, or urban affairs. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Average Salary
$78,800
Entry Level Salary
$48,740
Mid Level Salary
$63,670
Expert Level Salary
$123,630
Typical Education Level
Doctoral Degree
Projected Job Openings
450
Directors, Religious Activities and Education
$53,490 Show expanded career information for Directors, Religious Activities and Education
Coordinate or design programs and conduct outreach to promote the religious education or activities of a denominational group. May provide counseling, guidance, and leadership relative to marital, health, financial, and religious problems.
Average Salary
$53,490
Entry Level Salary
$28,990
Mid Level Salary
$48,690
Expert Level Salary
$96,710
Average Hourly Wage
$25.72
Entry Level Hourly Wage
$13.94
Mid Level Hourly Wage
$23.00
Expert Level Hourly Wage
$46.49
Typical Education Level
Bachelors Degree
Projected Job Openings
400
Editors
$64,940 Show expanded career information for Editors
Plan, coordinate, revise, or edit written material. May review proposals and drafts for possible publication.
Average Salary
$64,940
Entry Level Salary
$36,890
Mid Level Salary
$61,700
Expert Level Salary
$98,790
Average Hourly Wage
$31.22
Entry Level Hourly Wage
$17.73
Mid Level Hourly Wage
$29.00
Expert Level Hourly Wage
$47.50
Typical Education Level
Bachelors Degree
Projected Job Openings
1,370
Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary
$81,410 Show expanded career information for Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary
Plan, direct, or coordinate the academic, administrative, or auxiliary activities of kindergarten, elementary, or secondary schools.
Average Salary
$81,410
Entry Level Salary
$59,010
Mid Level Salary
$77,680
Expert Level Salary
$101,880
Typical Education Level
Post Masters Certificate
Projected Job Openings
4,680
Education Administrators, Postsecondary
$104,250 Show expanded career information for Education Administrators, Postsecondary
Plan, direct, or coordinate student instruction, administration, and services, as well as other research and educational activities, at postsecondary institutions, including universities, colleges, and junior and community colleges.
Average Salary
$104,250
Entry Level Salary
$48,980
Mid Level Salary
$79,840
Expert Level Salary
$190,770
Average Hourly Wage
$50.12
Entry Level Hourly Wage
$23.55
Mid Level Hourly Wage
$38.00
Expert Level Hourly Wage
$91.72
Typical Education Level
Masters Degree
Projected Job Openings
3,420
English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary
$66,630 Show expanded career information for English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary
Teach courses in English language and literature, including linguistics and comparative literature. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Average Salary
$66,630
Entry Level Salary
$48,390
Mid Level Salary
$63,670
Expert Level Salary
$97,450
Typical Education Level
Doctoral Degree
Projected Job Openings
1,590
Foreign Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary
$68,050 Show expanded career information for Foreign Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary
Teach languages and literature courses in languages other than English. Includes teachers of American Sign Language (ASL). Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Average Salary
$68,050
Entry Level Salary
$48,740
Mid Level Salary
$63,670
Expert Level Salary
$97,450
Typical Education Level
Doctoral Degree
Projected Job Openings
560
Human Resources Managers
$122,850 Show expanded career information for Human Resources Managers
Plan, direct, or coordinate human resources activities and staff of an organization.
Average Salary
$122,850
Entry Level Salary
$66,020
Mid Level Salary
$119,400
Expert Level Salary
$189,830
Average Hourly Wage
$59.06
Entry Level Hourly Wage
$31.74
Mid Level Hourly Wage
$57.00
Expert Level Hourly Wage
$91.27
Typical Education Level
Bachelors Degree
Projected Job Openings
3,690
Interpreters and Translators
$37,840 Show expanded career information for Interpreters and Translators
Interpret oral or sign language, or translate written text from one language into another.
Average Salary
$37,840
Entry Level Salary
$27,730
Mid Level Salary
$30,670
Expert Level Salary
$61,020
Average Hourly Wage
$18.19
Entry Level Hourly Wage
$13.33
Mid Level Hourly Wage
$14.00
Expert Level Hourly Wage
$29.34
Typical Education Level
Bachelors Degree
Projected Job Openings
4,820
Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates
$100,330 Show expanded career information for Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates
Arbitrate, advise, adjudicate, or administer justice in a court of law. May sentence defendant in criminal cases according to government statutes or sentencing guidelines. May determine liability of defendant in civil cases. May perform wedding ceremonies.
Average Salary
$100,330
Entry Level Salary
$71,910
Mid Level Salary
$81,150
Expert Level Salary
$168,020
Average Hourly Wage
$48.24
Entry Level Hourly Wage
$34.57
Mid Level Hourly Wage
$39.00
Expert Level Hourly Wage
$80.78
Typical Education Level
Doctoral Degree
Projected Job Openings
430
Judicial Law Clerks
$63,860 Show expanded career information for Judicial Law Clerks
Assist judges in court or by conducting research or preparing legal documents.
Average National Salary
$63,860
Typical Education Level
Doctoral Degree
Lawyers
$126,600 Show expanded career information for Lawyers
Represent clients in criminal and civil litigation and other legal proceedings, draw up legal documents, or manage or advise clients on legal transactions. May specialize in a single area or may practice broadly in many areas of law.
Average Salary
$126,600
Entry Level Salary
$63,330
Mid Level Salary
$102,390
Average Hourly Wage
$60.87
Entry Level Hourly Wage
$30.45
Mid Level Hourly Wage
$49.00
Typical Education Level
First Professional Degree
Projected Job Openings
14,640
Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists
$66,790 Show expanded career information for Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists
Research conditions in local, regional, national, or online markets. Gather information to determine potential sales of a product or service, or plan a marketing or advertising campaign. May gather information on competitors, prices, sales, and methods of marketing and distribution. May employ search marketing tactics, analyze web metrics, and develop recommendations to increase search engine ranking and visibility to target markets.
Average Salary
$66,790
Entry Level Salary
$30,830
Mid Level Salary
$60,360
Expert Level Salary
$105,800
Average Hourly Wage
$32.11
Entry Level Hourly Wage
$14.82
Mid Level Hourly Wage
$29.00
Expert Level Hourly Wage
$50.87
Typical Education Level
Bachelors Degree
Projected Job Openings
22,790
Mental Health Counselors
$50,460 Show expanded career information for Mental Health Counselors
Counsel and advise individuals and groups to promote optimum mental and emotional health, with an emphasis on prevention. May help individuals deal with a broad range of mental health issues, such as those associated with addictions and substance abuse; family, parenting, and marital problems; stress management; self-esteem; or aging.
Median Salary*
$50,460
Typical Education Level
Masters Degree
* Wage information is listed for Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors; sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment Statistics Program.
Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary
$69,470 Show expanded career information for Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary
Teach courses in philosophy, religion, and theology. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Average Salary
$69,470
Entry Level Salary
$48,000
Mid Level Salary
$64,640
Expert Level Salary
$100,310
Typical Education Level
Doctoral Degree
Projected Job Openings
300
Poets, Lyricists and Creative Writers
$53,620 Show expanded career information for Poets, Lyricists and Creative Writers
Create original written works, such as scripts, essays, prose, poetry or song lyrics, for publication or performance.
Average Salary
$53,620
Entry Level Salary
$29,120
Mid Level Salary
$48,930
Expert Level Salary
$80,570
Average Hourly Wage
$25.78
Entry Level Hourly Wage
$14.00
Mid Level Hourly Wage
$23.00
Expert Level Hourly Wage
$38.73
Typical Education Level
Bachelors Degree
Projected Job Openings
2,860
Social and Community Service Managers
$69,700 Show expanded career information for Social and Community Service Managers
Plan, direct, or coordinate the activities of a social service program or community outreach organization. Oversee the program or organization's budget and policies regarding participant involvement, program requirements, and benefits. Work may involve directing social workers, counselors, or probation officers.
Average Salary
$69,700
Entry Level Salary
$44,610
Mid Level Salary
$62,280
Expert Level Salary
$100,450
Average Hourly Wage
$33.51
Entry Level Hourly Wage
$21.45
Mid Level Hourly Wage
$29.00
Expert Level Hourly Wage
$48.29
Typical Education Level
Bachelors Degree
Projected Job Openings
4,400
Technical Writers
$81,600 Show expanded career information for Technical Writers
Write technical materials, such as equipment manuals, appendices, or operating and maintenance instructions. May assist in layout work.
Average Salary
$81,600
Entry Level Salary
$49,410
Mid Level Salary
$77,450
Expert Level Salary
$127,810
Average Hourly Wage
$39.23
Entry Level Hourly Wage
$23.75
Mid Level Hourly Wage
$37.00
Expert Level Hourly Wage
$61.45
Typical Education Level
Associates Degree
Projected Job Openings
910
Writers and Authors
$53,620 Show expanded career information for Writers and Authors
Originate and prepare written material, such as scripts, stories, advertisements, and other material.
Average Salary
$53,620
Entry Level Salary
$29,120
Mid Level Salary
$48,930
Expert Level Salary
$80,570
Average Hourly Wage
$25.78
Entry Level Hourly Wage
$14.00
Mid Level Hourly Wage
$23.00
Expert Level Hourly Wage
$38.73
Typical Education Level
Bachelors Degree
Projected Job Openings
2,860
There are additional career opportunities associated with this degree that do not have occupational data available for Arizona at this time. These occupations are listed below:
- Fundraising Managers
- Public Relations Managers
* Career and wage information provided by Pipeline AZ using data, reports, and forecasts which are generated using government data sources. Sources
The following is the suggested course sequence by term. Please keep in mind:
- Students should meet with an academic advisor to develop an individual education plan that meets their academic and career goals. Use the Degree Progress Report Tool in your Student Center to manage your plan.
- The course sequence is laid out by suggested term and may be affected when students enter the program at different times of the year.
- Initial course placement is determined by current district placement measures and/or completion of 100-200 level course and/or program requirements.
- Degree and transfer seeking students may be required to successfully complete a MCCCD First Year Experience Course (FYE) within the first two semesters at a MCCCD College. Courses include FYE101 and FYE103. Course offerings will vary by college. See an academic, program, or faculty advisor for details.
Pathway Map Options
There are multiple options available for this pathway map. These options vary depending on the available transfer institutions and what degrees you may be able to transfer into.
These pathway map options may share some common coursework. To explore what additional coursework may be required, select your desired option from the list below. Once selected, the list of courses and any associated details will be automatically updated in the course sequence below. The differences between individual pathway map options may only be a few courses.
Note: You will have to select one of the options below to view available course sequences.
- Associate in Arts, Emphasis in Humanities
- Transfer Plan 1: Arizona State University (College of Integrative Sciences and Arts), Interdisciplinary Studies, Bachelor of Arts
- Transfer Plan 2: Arizona State University (College of Liberal Arts and Sciences), International Letters and Cultures (Classics) - Latin, Bachelor of Arts
- Transfer Plan 3: Arizona State University (College of Liberal Arts and Sciences), International Letters and Cultures (Classical Civilization), Bachelor of Arts
- Transfer Plan 4: Arizona State University (College of Liberal Arts and Sciences), International Letters and Cultures (Arabic Studies), Bachelor of Arts
- Transfer Plan 5: Arizona State University (College of Integrative Sciences and Arts), Liberal Studies, Bachelor of Arts
The list of courses below has been updated
Full-time Sequence
To view course sequences, select one of the pathway map options above.
Full-time status is 12 credits to 18 credits per semester.
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Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
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HUM250 or HUM251 |
Ideas and Values in the Humanities: Early Civilizations to the Renaissance or Ideas and Values in the Humanities: Renaissance to the Contemporary World | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101. or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101.View requisites | Critical course | H, HU or H, HU, L | 3 |
RE | Lower Division Concentration Courses | See the Restricted Elective section for course selections.
Refer to the BIS Concentration Checksheet (https://cisa.asu.edu/ids/concentrations/all) for their two subject areas to determine what if any courses fulfill their subject area requirements and Associate`s degree requirements. |
0–6 | ||
ENG102 or ENG108 |
First-Year Composition or First-Year Composition for ESL | Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in ENG101. or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG107.View requisites | FYC or FYC | 3 | |
CRE101 | College Critical Reading and Critical Thinking | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in [(ENG101 or ENG107) and (RDG095 or RDG100 or RDG100LL or RDG111 or RDG112 or RDG113)] or a grade of B or better in ALT100 or an appropriate district placement or permission of Instructor.View requisites | OR Equivalent as indicated by assessment | L | 0–3 |
COM100 or COM110 or COM225 or COM230 |
Introduction to Human Communication or Interpersonal Communication or Public Speaking or Small Group Communication | No requisites or No requisites or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or equivalent. or No requisitesView requisites | SB or SB or L or SB | 0–3 | |
SB | Social-Behavioral Sciences | SB | 3 | ||
HUM250 or HUM251 |
Ideas and Values in the Humanities: Early Civilizations to the Renaissance or Ideas and Values in the Humanities: Renaissance to the Contemporary World | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101. or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101.View requisites | Critical course | H, HU or H, HU, L | 3 |
ENG102 or ENG108 |
First-Year Composition or First-Year Composition for ESL | Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in ENG101. or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG107.View requisites | FYC or FYC | 3 | |
CRE101 | College Critical Reading and Critical Thinking | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in [(ENG101 or ENG107) and (RDG095 or RDG100 or RDG100LL or RDG111 or RDG112 or RDG113)] or a grade of B or better in ALT100 or an appropriate district placement or permission of Instructor.View requisites | OR Equivalent as indicated by assessment | L | 0–3 |
COM100 or COM110 or COM225 or COM230 |
Introduction to Human Communication or Interpersonal Communication or Public Speaking or Small Group Communication | No requisites or No requisites or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or equivalent. or No requisitesView requisites | SB or SB or L or SB | 0–3 | |
SB | Social-Behavioral Sciences | SB | 3 | ||
LAT102 | Elementary Latin II | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in LAT101 or permission of Department or Division. Completion of prerequisites within the last three years is required.View requisites |
4 | ||
HUM250 or HUM251 |
Ideas and Values in the Humanities: Early Civilizations to the Renaissance or Ideas and Values in the Humanities: Renaissance to the Contemporary World | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101. or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101.View requisites | Critical course | H, HU or H, HU, L | 3 |
ENG102 or ENG108 |
First-Year Composition or First-Year Composition for ESL | Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in ENG101. or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG107.View requisites | FYC or FYC | 3 | |
CRE101 | College Critical Reading and Critical Thinking | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in [(ENG101 or ENG107) and (RDG095 or RDG100 or RDG100LL or RDG111 or RDG112 or RDG113)] or a grade of B or better in ALT100 or an appropriate district placement or permission of Instructor.View requisites | OR Equivalent as indicated by assessment | L | 0–3 |
COM100 or COM110 or COM225 or COM230 |
Introduction to Human Communication or Interpersonal Communication or Public Speaking or Small Group Communication | No requisites or No requisites or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or equivalent. or No requisitesView requisites | SB or SB or L or SB | 0–3 | |
SB | Social-Behavioral Sciences | SB | 3 | ||
Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 102 Level or Elective | Completion of second language courses at the intermediate level (202 or equivalent) OR demonstrate proficiency through this level as indicated by assessment is required for this university program. The second language requirement may be taken after transfer to avoid exceeding your program's maximum transferable credits (typically 64). | 0–5 | ||
HUM250 or HUM251 |
Ideas and Values in the Humanities: Early Civilizations to the Renaissance or Ideas and Values in the Humanities: Renaissance to the Contemporary World | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101. or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101.View requisites | Critical course | H, HU or H, HU, L | 3 |
ENG102 or ENG108 |
First-Year Composition or First-Year Composition for ESL | Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in ENG101. or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG107.View requisites | FYC or FYC | 3 | |
CRE101 | College Critical Reading and Critical Thinking | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in [(ENG101 or ENG107) and (RDG095 or RDG100 or RDG100LL or RDG111 or RDG112 or RDG113)] or a grade of B or better in ALT100 or an appropriate district placement or permission of Instructor.View requisites | OR Equivalent as indicated by assessment | L | 0–3 |
COM100 or COM110 or COM225 or COM230 |
Introduction to Human Communication or Interpersonal Communication or Public Speaking or Small Group Communication | No requisites or No requisites or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or equivalent. or No requisitesView requisites | SB or SB or L or SB | 0–3 | |
SB | Social-Behavioral Sciences | SB | 3 | ||
ARB102 | Elementary Arabic II | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ARB101. Completion of prerequisites within the last three years is required.View requisites | G | 5 | |
HUM250 or HUM251 |
Ideas and Values in the Humanities: Early Civilizations to the Renaissance or Ideas and Values in the Humanities: Renaissance to the Contemporary World | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101. or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101.View requisites | Critical course | H, HU or H, HU, L | 3 |
ENG102 or ENG108 |
First-Year Composition or First-Year Composition for ESL | Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in ENG101. or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG107.View requisites | FYC or FYC | 3 | |
CRE101 | College Critical Reading and Critical Thinking | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in [(ENG101 or ENG107) and (RDG095 or RDG100 or RDG100LL or RDG111 or RDG112 or RDG113)] or a grade of B or better in ALT100 or an appropriate district placement or permission of Instructor.View requisites | OR Equivalent as indicated by assessment | L | 0–3 |
COM100 or COM110 or COM225 or COM230 |
Introduction to Human Communication or Interpersonal Communication or Public Speaking or Small Group Communication | No requisites or No requisites or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or equivalent. or No requisitesView requisites | SB or SB or L or SB | 0–3 | |
SB | Social-Behavioral Sciences | SB | 3 |
Term 3Term 3Term 3Term 3Term 3Term 3Term 3
Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
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HUM250 or HUM251 |
Ideas and Values in the Humanities: Early Civilizations to the Renaissance or Ideas and Values in the Humanities: Renaissance to the Contemporary World | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101. or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101.View requisites | Critical course | H, HU or H, HU, L | 3 |
RE | Lower Division Concentration Courses | See the Restricted Elective section for course selections.
Refer to the BIS Concentration Checksheet (https://cisa.asu.edu/ids/concentrations/all) for their two subject areas to determine what if any courses fulfill their subject area requirements and Associate`s degree requirements. |
0–6 | ||
SG or SQ |
Natural Sciences General or Natural Sciences Quantitative | SG or SQ | 4 | ||
SB | Social-Behavioral Sciences | SB | 3 | ||
HUM250 or HUM251 |
Ideas and Values in the Humanities: Early Civilizations to the Renaissance or Ideas and Values in the Humanities: Renaissance to the Contemporary World | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101. or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101.View requisites | Critical course | H, HU or H, HU, L | 3 |
ENG213 or SLC201 |
Introduction to the Study of Language or Introduction to Linguistics | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG102, or ENG111, or permission of Instructor. or No requisitesView requisites | HU, SB or HU, SB | 3 | |
SG or SQ |
Natural Sciences General or Natural Sciences Quantitative | SG or SQ | 4 | ||
LAT201 | Intermediate Latin I | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in LAT102. Completion of prerequisites within the last three years is required.View requisites | Students may optionally select to complete Latin at the intermediate level (202 or equivalent) or requirement may be fulfilled after transfer to prevent exceeding the transfer program`s maximum transferable credits. | HU | 0–4 |
HUM250 or HUM251 |
Ideas and Values in the Humanities: Early Civilizations to the Renaissance or Ideas and Values in the Humanities: Renaissance to the Contemporary World | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101. or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101.View requisites | Critical course | H, HU or H, HU, L | 3 |
ENG213 or SLC201 |
Introduction to the Study of Language or Introduction to Linguistics | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG102, or ENG111, or permission of Instructor. or No requisitesView requisites | HU, SB or HU, SB | 3 | |
SG or SQ |
Natural Sciences General or Natural Sciences Quantitative | SG or SQ | 4 | ||
Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 201 Level or Elective | Completion of second language courses at the intermediate level (202 or equivalent) OR demonstrate proficiency through this level as indicated by assessment is required for this university program. The second language requirement may be taken after transfer to avoid exceeding your program's maximum transferable credits (typically 64). | 0–5 | ||
HUM250 or HUM251 |
Ideas and Values in the Humanities: Early Civilizations to the Renaissance or Ideas and Values in the Humanities: Renaissance to the Contemporary World | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101. or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101.View requisites | Critical course | H, HU or H, HU, L | 3 |
ENG213 or SLC201 |
Introduction to the Study of Language or Introduction to Linguistics | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG102, or ENG111, or permission of Instructor. or No requisitesView requisites | HU, SB or HU, SB | 3 | |
SG or SQ |
Natural Sciences General or Natural Sciences Quantitative | SG or SQ | 4 | ||
ARB201 | Intermediate Arabic I | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ARB102 or permission of Department or Division. Completion of prerequisites within the last three years is required.View requisites | G | 5 | |
HUM250 or HUM251 |
Ideas and Values in the Humanities: Early Civilizations to the Renaissance or Ideas and Values in the Humanities: Renaissance to the Contemporary World | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101. or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101.View requisites | Critical course | H, HU or H, HU, L | 3 |
SB | Social-Behavioral Sciences | SB | 3 | ||
RE | Restricted Electives | Select 0-9 credits across the Humanities areas as identified below (from at least two different prefixes) not already taken to meet another requirement. | 0–6 | ||
SG or SQ |
Natural Sciences General or Natural Sciences Quantitative | SG or SQ | 4 |
Term 4Term 4Term 4Term 4Term 4Term 4Term 4
Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
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RE | Restricted Electives | Select 0-9 credits across the Humanities areas as identified below (from at least two different prefixes) not already taken to meet another requirement. | 0–9 | ||
SQ | Natural Sciences Quantitative | SQ | 4 | ||
SQ | Natural Sciences Quantitative | SQ | 4 | ||
RE | Restricted Electives | Select 0-9 credits across the Humanities areas as identified below (from at least two different prefixes) not already taken to meet another requirement. | 0–9 | ||
LAT202 | Intermediate Latin II | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in LAT201. Completion of prerequisites within the last three years is required.View requisites | Students may optionally select to complete Latin at the intermediate level (202 or equivalent) or requirement may be fulfilled after transfer to prevent exceeding the transfer program`s maximum transferable credits. | HU | 0–4 |
RE | Restricted Electives | Select 0-9 credits across the Humanities areas as identified below (from at least two different prefixes) not already taken to meet another requirement. | 0–9 | ||
SQ | Natural Sciences Quantitative | SQ | 4 | ||
Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 202 Level or Elective | Completion of second language courses at the intermediate level (202 or equivalent) OR demonstrate proficiency through this level as indicated by assessment is required for this university program. The second language requirement may be taken after transfer to avoid exceeding your program's maximum transferable credits (typically 64). | 0–5 | ||
SQ | Natural Sciences Quantitative | SQ | 4 | ||
ARB202 | Intermediate Arabic II | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ARB201 or permission of Department or Division. Completion of prerequisites within the last three years is required.View requisites | G | 5 | |
RE | Restricted Electives | Select 0-3 credits across the Humanities areas as identified below not already taken to meet another requirement. | 0–3 | ||
SQ | Natural Sciences Quantitative | SQ | 4 | ||
RE | Restricted Electives | Select 0-9 credits across the Humanities areas as identified below (from at least two different prefixes) not already taken to meet another requirement. | 0–3 | ||
E | General Electives | Lower division electives may be taken to complete associate degree requirements. Up to a maximum total number of 75 credits may be transferred to ASU for students on this pathway. Only a minimum of 60 is required to complete the AA.
See the Restricted Electives area for specific course selections to fulfill this requirement. |
Part-time Sequence
To view course sequences, select one of the pathway map options above.
Part-time status is 11 credit hours or less.
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Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
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MAT14+ | College Mathematics | MA | 3–6 | ||
HUM250 or HUM251 |
Ideas and Values in the Humanities: Early Civilizations to the Renaissance or Ideas and Values in the Humanities: Renaissance to the Contemporary World | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101. or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101.View requisites | Critical course | H, HU or H, HU, L | 3 |
CRE101 | College Critical Reading and Critical Thinking | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in [(ENG101 or ENG107) and (RDG095 or RDG100 or RDG100LL or RDG111 or RDG112 or RDG113)] or a grade of B or better in ALT100 or an appropriate district placement or permission of Instructor.View requisites | OR Equivalent as indicated by assessment | L | 0–3 |
MAT14+ | College Mathematics | MA | 3–6 | ||
HUM250 or HUM251 |
Ideas and Values in the Humanities: Early Civilizations to the Renaissance or Ideas and Values in the Humanities: Renaissance to the Contemporary World | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101. or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101.View requisites | Critical course | H, HU or H, HU, L | 3 |
CRE101 | College Critical Reading and Critical Thinking | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in [(ENG101 or ENG107) and (RDG095 or RDG100 or RDG100LL or RDG111 or RDG112 or RDG113)] or a grade of B or better in ALT100 or an appropriate district placement or permission of Instructor.View requisites | OR Equivalent as indicated by assessment | L | 0–3 |
MAT14+ | College Mathematics | MA | 3–6 | ||
HUM250 or HUM251 |
Ideas and Values in the Humanities: Early Civilizations to the Renaissance or Ideas and Values in the Humanities: Renaissance to the Contemporary World | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101. or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101.View requisites | Critical course | H, HU or H, HU, L | 3 |
CRE101 | College Critical Reading and Critical Thinking | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in [(ENG101 or ENG107) and (RDG095 or RDG100 or RDG100LL or RDG111 or RDG112 or RDG113)] or a grade of B or better in ALT100 or an appropriate district placement or permission of Instructor.View requisites | OR Equivalent as indicated by assessment | L | 0–3 |
MAT14+ | College Mathematics | MA | 3–6 | ||
CRE101 | College Critical Reading and Critical Thinking | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in [(ENG101 or ENG107) and (RDG095 or RDG100 or RDG100LL or RDG111 or RDG112 or RDG113)] or a grade of B or better in ALT100 or an appropriate district placement or permission of Instructor.View requisites | OR Equivalent as indicated by assessment | L | 0–3 |
HUM250 or HUM251 |
Ideas and Values in the Humanities: Early Civilizations to the Renaissance or Ideas and Values in the Humanities: Renaissance to the Contemporary World | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101. or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101.View requisites | Critical course | H, HU or H, HU, L | 3 |
MAT14+ | College Mathematics | MA | 3–6 | ||
CRE101 | College Critical Reading and Critical Thinking | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in [(ENG101 or ENG107) and (RDG095 or RDG100 or RDG100LL or RDG111 or RDG112 or RDG113)] or a grade of B or better in ALT100 or an appropriate district placement or permission of Instructor.View requisites | OR Equivalent as indicated by assessment | L | 0–3 |
HUM250 or HUM251 |
Ideas and Values in the Humanities: Early Civilizations to the Renaissance or Ideas and Values in the Humanities: Renaissance to the Contemporary World | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101. or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101.View requisites | Critical course | H, HU or H, HU, L | 3 |
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Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
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CS | Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application | CS | 3 | ||
RE | Lower Division Concentration Courses | See the Restricted Elective section for course selections.
Refer to the BIS Concentration Checksheet (https://cisa.asu.edu/ids/concentrations/all) for their two subject areas to determine what if any courses fulfill their subject area requirements and Associate`s degree requirements. |
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COM100 or COM110 or COM225 or COM230 |
Introduction to Human Communication or Interpersonal Communication or Public Speaking or Small Group Communication | No requisites or No requisites or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or equivalent. or No requisitesView requisites | SB or SB or L or SB | 0–3 | |
CS | Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application | CS | 3 | ||
COM100 or COM110 or COM225 or COM230 |
Introduction to Human Communication or Interpersonal Communication or Public Speaking or Small Group Communication | No requisites or No requisites or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or equivalent. or No requisitesView requisites | SB or SB or L or SB | 0–3 | |
ENG213 or SLC201 |
Introduction to the Study of Language or Introduction to Linguistics | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG102, or ENG111, or permission of Instructor. or No requisitesView requisites | HU, SB or HU, SB | 3 | |
CS | Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application | CS | 3 | ||
COM100 or COM110 or COM225 or COM230 |
Introduction to Human Communication or Interpersonal Communication or Public Speaking or Small Group Communication | No requisites or No requisites or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or equivalent. or No requisitesView requisites | SB or SB or L or SB | 0–3 | |
ENG213 or SLC201 |
Introduction to the Study of Language or Introduction to Linguistics | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG102, or ENG111, or permission of Instructor. or No requisitesView requisites | HU, SB or HU, SB | 3 | |
CS | Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application | CS | 3 | ||
COM100 or COM110 or COM225 or COM230 |
Introduction to Human Communication or Interpersonal Communication or Public Speaking or Small Group Communication | No requisites or No requisites or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or equivalent. or No requisitesView requisites | SB or SB or L or SB | 0–3 | |
ENG213 or SLC201 |
Introduction to the Study of Language or Introduction to Linguistics | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG102, or ENG111, or permission of Instructor. or No requisitesView requisites | HU, SB or HU, SB | 3 | |
CS | Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application | CS | 3 | ||
COM100 or COM110 or COM225 or COM230 |
Introduction to Human Communication or Interpersonal Communication or Public Speaking or Small Group Communication | No requisites or No requisites or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or equivalent. or No requisitesView requisites | SB or SB or L or SB | 0–3 | |
RE | Restricted Electives | Select 0-9 credits across the Humanities areas as identified below (from at least two different prefixes) not already taken to meet another requirement. | 0–3 |
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Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
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SB | Social-Behavioral Sciences | SB | 3 | ||
RE | Lower Division Concentration Courses | See the Restricted Elective section for course selections.
Refer to the BIS Concentration Checksheet (https://cisa.asu.edu/ids/concentrations/all) for their two subject areas to determine what if any courses fulfill their subject area requirements and Associate`s degree requirements. |
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LAT101 | Elementary Latin I | 4 | |||
RE | Restricted Elective | Select 0-9 credits across the Humanities areas as identified below (from at least two different prefixes) not already taken to meet another requirement. | 0–6 | ||
Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 101 Level or Elective | Completion of second language courses at the intermediate level (202 or equivalent) OR demonstrate proficiency through this level as indicated by assessment is required for this university program. The second language requirement may be taken after transfer to avoid exceeding your program's maximum transferable credits (typically 64). | None or HU, SB | 0–5 | |
ARB101 | Elementary Arabic I | G | 5 | ||
SB | Social-Behavioral Sciences | SB | 3 | ||
SB | Social-Behavioral Sciences | SB | 3 | ||
RE | Restricted Electives | Select 0-9 credits across the Humanities areas as identified below (from at least two different prefixes) not already taken to meet another requirement. | 0–3 |
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Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
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SG or SQ |
Natural Sciences General or Natural Sciences Quantitative | SG or SQ | 4 | ||
RE | Lower Division Concentration Courses | See the Restricted Elective section for course selections.
Refer to the BIS Concentration Checksheet (https://cisa.asu.edu/ids/concentrations/all) for their two subject areas to determine what if any courses fulfill their subject area requirements and Associate`s degree requirements. |
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SB | Social-Behavioral Sciences | SB | 3 | ||
LAT102 | Elementary Latin II | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in LAT101 or permission of Department or Division. Completion of prerequisites within the last three years is required.View requisites |
4 | ||
SB | Social-Behavioral Sciences | SB | 3 | ||
Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 102 Level or Elective | No requisites or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG102.View requisites | Completion of second language courses at the intermediate level (202 or equivalent) OR demonstrate proficiency through this level as indicated by assessment is required for this university program. The second language requirement may be taken after transfer to avoid exceeding your program's maximum transferable credits (typically 64). | None or HU, L | 0–5 |
ARB102 | Elementary Arabic II | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ARB101. Completion of prerequisites within the last three years is required.View requisites | G | 5 | |
RE | Restricted Electives | Select 0-3 credits across the Humanities areas as identified below not already taken to meet another requirement. | 0–3 | ||
SG or SQ |
Natural Sciences General or Natural Sciences Quantitative | SG or SQ | 4 | ||
RE | Restricted Electives | Select 0-9 credits across the Humanities areas as identified below (from at least two different prefixes) not already taken to meet another requirement. | 0–3 |
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Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
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SB | Social-Behavioral Sciences | SB | 3 | ||
SQ | Natural Sciences Quantitative | SQ | 4 | ||
SG or SQ |
Natural Sciences General or Natural Sciences Quantitative | SG or SQ | 4 | ||
LAT201 | Intermediate Latin I | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in LAT102. Completion of prerequisites within the last three years is required.View requisites | Students may optionally select to complete Latin at the intermediate level (202 or equivalent) or requirement may be fulfilled after transfer to prevent exceeding the transfer program`s maximum transferable credits. | HU | 0–4 |
SG or SQ |
Natural Sciences General or Natural Sciences Quantitative | SG or SQ | 4 | ||
RE | Restricted Elective | Select 0-9 credits across the Humanities areas as identified below (from at least two different prefixes) not already taken to meet another requirement. | 0–6 | ||
Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 201 Level or Elective | Completion of second language courses at the intermediate level (202 or equivalent) OR demonstrate proficiency through this level as indicated by assessment is required for this university program. The second language requirement may be taken after transfer to avoid exceeding your program's maximum transferable credits (typically 64). | HU or None | 0–5 | |
SG or SQ |
Natural Sciences General or Natural Sciences Quantitative | SG or SQ | 4 | ||
ARB201 | Intermediate Arabic I | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ARB102 or permission of Department or Division. Completion of prerequisites within the last three years is required.View requisites | G | 5 | |
SQ | Natural Sciences Quantitative | SQ | 4 | ||
SB | Social-Behavioral Sciences | SB | 3 |
Term 8Term 8Term 8Term 8Term 8Term 8
Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
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RE | Restricted Electives | Select 0-9 credits across the Humanities areas as identified below (from at least two different prefixes) not already taken to meet another requirement. | 0–9 | ||
SQ | Natural Sciences Quantitative | SQ | 4 | ||
RE | Restricted Elective | Select 0-9 credits across the Humanities areas as identified below (from at least two different prefixes) not already taken to meet another requirement. | 0–3 | ||
LAT202 | Intermediate Latin II | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in LAT201. Completion of prerequisites within the last three years is required.View requisites | Students may optionally select to complete Latin at the intermediate level (202 or equivalent) or requirement may be fulfilled after transfer to prevent exceeding the transfer program`s maximum transferable credits. | HU | 0–4 |
SQ | Natural Sciences Quantitative | SQ | 4 | ||
RE | Restricted Electives | Select 0-9 credits across the Humanities areas as identified below (from at least two different prefixes) not already taken to meet another requirement. | 0–3 | ||
Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 202 Level or Elective | Completion of second language courses at the intermediate level (202 or equivalent) OR demonstrate proficiency through this level as indicated by assessment is required for this university program. The second language requirement may be taken after transfer to avoid exceeding your program's maximum transferable credits (typically 64). | 0–5 | ||
SQ | Natural Sciences Quantitative | SQ | 4 | ||
ARB202 | Intermediate Arabic II | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ARB201 or permission of Department or Division. Completion of prerequisites within the last three years is required.View requisites | G | 5 | |
E | General Electives | Lower division electives may be taken to complete associate degree requirements. Up to a maximum total number of 75 credits may be transferred to ASU for students on this pathway. Only a minimum of 60 is required to complete the AA.
See the Restricted Electives area for specific course selections to fulfill this requirement. |
Restricted Elective Course Selections:
Anthropology:
Any ASB course with a [HU] designation.
Cultural Studies:
HUM225 Introduction to Popular Culture 3
HUM235 Disability Studies 3
HUM261 Asian Ideas and Values 3
Or any AHU, AIS, CCS, ITH, NVH, SPH, or WST course with a [HU] designation.
Dance:
Any DAH course with a [HU] designation.
Theatre and Film Studies:
ENH113 Writers/Directors and Current Issues 3
ENH140++ Any topic Literature and Film course 3
ENH253 Contemporary Global Literature and Film 3
ENH254 Literature and Film 3
ENH255 Contemporary U.S. Literature and Film 3
ENH256 Shakespeare on Film 3
HUM/THF205 Introduction to Cinema 3
HUM/THF206 Introduction to Television Arts 3
HUM/WST209 Women and Films 3
HUM/THF210 Contemporary Cinema 3
HUM211AA Foreign Films: Classics 3
HUM216 The Films and Career of Alfred Hitchcock 3
HUM213 Hispanic Film 3
HUM214 African-Americans in Film 3
HUM215 Film Comedy 3
HUM220 Film and History 3
SOC266 Sociology Through Film 3
Or any COM, THP, THE, THF with a [HU] designation.
History:
Any HIS course with a [HU] designation.
Language:
SLC201 Introduction to Linguistics 3
SLC202 Introduction to Literary and Cultural Theory 3
Or any ARB, ASL, CHI, FRE, GER, GRK, HBR, HEB, ITA, JPN, LAT, NAV, PIM, POR, RUS, SPA with a [HU] designation.
Literature:
+ ENG200 Reading and Writing About Literature 3
+ ENG213 Introduction to the Study of Language 3
Or any ENH with a [HU] designation.
Recommend ENH222 or ENH242 for students interested in pursuing a transfer in English Literature.
Music:
Any MHL with a [HU] designation.
Philosophy:
Any PHI course with a [HU] designation.
Religious Studies:
Any REL course with a [HU] designation.
HUM107 Humanities Through the Arts 3
Or any ARH, ART, INT, or TEC course with a [HU] designation.
Interdisciplinary and Special Topics within the Humanities:
AFR/ASB/CCS202 Ethnic Relations in the United States 3
AJS123 Ethics and the Administration of Justice 3
EDU/ENH291 Children`s Literature 3
EDU/HUM/STO292 The Art of Storytelling 3
EDU/ENH/STO294 Multicultural Folktales 3
FON143 Food and Culture 3
GST202 Games, Culture, and Aesthetics 3
HCR210 Clinical Health Care Ethics 3
HUM101 General Humanities 3
HUM108 Contemporary Humanities 3
HUM190++ Honors Forum 1
HUM201 Humanities: Universal Themes 3
HUM202 Humanities: Universal Themes 3
HUM245 Introduction to Holocaust Studies 3
HUM260 Intercultural Perspectives 3
SSH111 Sustainable Cities 3
STO295 Traditional Storytelling Around the World 3
SWU183 Introductory Ethics: A Social Service Perspective 3
Gateway Course = Generally the first major-specific course in a pathway.
Critical Course = A course that is highly predictive of future success in a pathway.
- C = Cultural Diversity in the US
- CS = Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application
- FYC = First Year Composition
- G = Global Awareness
- H = Historical Awareness
- HU = Humanities, Fine Arts, and Design
- L = Literacy & Critical Inquiry
- MA = Mathematics
- SB = Social-Behavioral Sciences
- SG = Natural Sciences General
- SQ = Natural Sciences Quantitative
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.
Course Sequence total credits may differ from the program information located on the MCCCD curriculum website due to program and system design.
View MCCCD’s official curriculum documentation for additional details regarding the requirements of this award (https://aztransmac2.asu.edu/cgi-bin/WebObjects/MCCCD.woa/wa/freeForm10?id=190026).
At Maricopa, we strive to provide you with accurate and current information about our degree and certificate offerings. Due to the dynamic nature of the curriculum process, course and program information is subject to change. As a result, the course list associated with this degree or certificate on this site does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. If you are interested in pursuing this degree or certificate, we encourage you to meet with an advisor to discuss the requirements at your college for the appropriate catalog year.
The pathway map presented above is for the current catalog year and is the intended pathway map for new students. All previous catalog years for this pathway map are available at the link below.
Previous catalog years for Associate in Arts (AA) in Associate in Arts, Emphasis in Humanities