I had a moment of realization--that learning could be proactive, instead of passive and an obligation. Every day I was happy to get up and go to school.
Christine Lariviere (2005) BA Concordia, Journalism with a Minor in Liberal Arts Christine is working in the Berlin area as a Social Media and Communications manager.
The organic nature of the Liberal Arts program allows you to create connections between disciplines. This type of thinking sets you apart, and gets you ready for the real world.
Hugues Villeneuve (2007) BA McGill Political Science and International Political Economy Hugh has studied Mandarin at Peking University and is working in the financial industry in the Greater Boston area.
Daniel Santiago Saenz at his graduation with program coordinator Maria Mamfredis (right) and teacher Meredith Browne (left).
The instructors are very knowledgeable and they genuinely want to teach. My experience in Liberal Arts gave me a significant advantage in business school.
Chris Hamilton (2007) BA McGill Economics and Finance Chris is an investment professional in the Montreal area. He says that even now he benefits from what he learned in the program because, "the value of sound critical thinking and good writing cannot be understated in any field."
My two years in Liberal Arts were some of the most engaging academic experiences I have had. Fantastic teachers, small groups and great class discussions.
Devon Willis (2008) BA McGill Environment and Political Science Devon is completing her Masters in the4Cities, UNICA interdisciplinary and international program in Brussels, Copenhagen, Vienna, and Madrid.
A highlight of the Liberal Arts program was the New York trip! It was fascinating to get to see art and artifacts from the historical eras we were studying in our courses.
Jennifer McWhaw (2006) BA McGill Philosophy and Political Science M. Sc. London School of Economics International Relations Theory B.C.L./LL.B. McGill Law School Jen has just been called to the bar to practice law in Ontario. Of the Liberal Arts Program she says that, "It was challenging but definitely worth the hard work. Without a doubt it laid the foundations for my legal career."
Meredith Browne 2015, Liberal Arts Program, John Abbott College CEGEP, Quebec