Humanities
The Humanities program is interdisciplinary and involves critical and comparative study of philosophy, religion, literature, and the visual and performing arts across human cultures in different times and places. Students will examine the art, literature, ideas, movements, and individuals that have helped to define values, civilizations, and the human condition.
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| Chairperson Michelle Visco |
| Phone (818) 947-2456 |
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| Office Location Campus Center 241 |
| Office Hours email for availability |
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Department |
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Pathway Humanities and Communications CAP; and Arts, Media, and Design CAP |
Programs
Humanities Degree
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- The Study of the Humanities provides a solid fundamental preparation for careers in the arts and education. This degree can serve as the basis for further undergraduate education in humanities.
- Program Students will: 1. Critically evaluate cultural artifacts (e.g. a work of architecture, music, art, literature, philosophy) using the disciplinary language of the Humanities; 2. Analyze past cultural achievements in the context of present day intellectual expressions; 3. Create clear, cogent and coherent essays on topics relevant to the discipline of Humanities.
Faculty
Full-time Faculty
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Edward Gika |
Adjunct Faculty
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| Stefani Baez | baezs@lavc.edu |
| Robert Cannon | cannonrl@propertyhunter-realty.com |
| Mary Copeland | copelame@lahc.edu |
Faculty Profiles
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