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An education with a humanities perspective on health and medicine shapes individuals to think critically, compassionately and knowledgeably about the human condition, appreciate and respect diverse communities, and develop reflective and resilient habits of the mind.

A major in Medical Humanities prepares graduates for health care occupations through its focus on the humanistic aspects of medicine that promote patient centered care and resilient professionals.

Students who may benefit from this program include those planning careers in:

Medicine
Public health
Mental health
Counseling
Nursing
Health education
Bioethics
Health care administration
Health communications and public relations
Patient advocacy
Human resources
Wellness specialists
Chaplaincy

The Major in Medical Humanities is intentionally flexible and interdisciplinary, reflecting both the needs of students and the nature of the field.

The Medical Humanities major helps students increase their understanding of the nature of illness, health, wellness, healing and medicine by exploring these topics in three blocks of classes that share a commonality of focus.