COMMUNICATIONS: Demonstrate the ability to understand and be understood through effective reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills.

CRITICAL THINKING: Demonstrate the ability to evaluate carefully and apply reasoning to differentiate between facts, inferences, assumptions, and conclusions.

QUANTITATIVE REASONING: Demonstrate the knowledge and ability to use numerical, geometric, and measurement data in computations and reasoning to draw logical conclusions and make well-reasoned decisions.

SCIENTIFIC REASONING: Demonstrate the ability to apply empirical evidence to describe, understand, and predict natural phenomena.

INFORMATION LITERACY: Demonstrate the ability to locate, comprehend, evaluate, and use information effectively.

CULTURAL AWARENESS: Demonstrate an awareness, understanding, and appreciation of the interconnectedness of cultures within and across local, regional, state, national, and global communities.