Capital University is committed to the liberal education of whole persons, both in our majors and in our General Education program. A liberal education readies the mind and spirit for every arena of life--the workplace, the home, the market, houses of worship and town halls. General Education enhances liberal education by developing intellectual skills, expanding the breadth of learning through the exploration of several modes of enquiry, increasing cultural literacy and challenging students to examine foundational ethical and cultural assumptions. It enables students to think critically and reflect on vocation, citizenship, service, religious and ethical commitments--as well as on the role of play, wonder, travel and life-long learning in a rich and rewarding life.
At Capital we have organized our General Education program around five central themes: Intellectual Skills, Living in the Contemporary World, Modes of Inquiry, Interpreting Texts and Images, and Ethical Thought. Our curriculum is developmental and extends throughout the college experience.