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About Illinois Wesleyan

Liberal Arts Philosophy

The Liberal Arts at Illinois Wesleyan

A liberal arts education at Illinois Wesleyan allows our students to discover the interconnectedness of knowledge through a challenging course of study beyond their majors.

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We place emphasis on developing their

  • Critical thinking and communications skills,
  • Strengthening their cultural literacy, and
  • Helping them to become more globally aware and ethically grounded.

Illinois Wesleyan prides itself on producing graduates who are

  • Well-rounded,
  • Broadly educated individuals with a spirit of inquiry, who can successfully
  • Adapt to the demands of a rapidly changing and complex world.