Hutchins Lower Division General Education Program
Your GE. A Different Way to Learn.
Small Classes. No Tests. Big Ideas.
Complete your General Education requirements through small seminars, meaningful conversations, creative projects, and hands-on experiences.
OPEN TO ALL SONOMA STATE STUDENTS - REGARDLESS OF MAJOR!
Hutchins GE at a Glance
17-20 Students Small, discussion-based classes | 28 GE Units Multiple requirements fulfilled | 3 Courses One connected learning experience |
Why Choose Hutchins GE?
Small Classes. Big Connections.
Get to know your professors and classmates in seminars where your voice matters.
No Traditional Tests.
Show what you've learned through writing, creative projects, discussions, and collaboration.
Find Your College Community.
Build friendships through the Hutchins First-Year Learning Community and Second-Year Experience.
Learning Beyond the Classroom.
Experience field trips, guest speakers, films, and weekly symposiums.
Your Three-Semester GE Course Plan
YEAR 1 - FALL
LIBS 101: The Human Enigma | 10 Units
Explore creativity, art, evolution, science, and culture.
GE: English Composition, Arts, Biological Sciences, and Laboratory Science.
YEAR 1 - SPRING
LIBS 102: Self and Sovereignty | 9 Units
Explore history, government, society, identity, and individual rights.
GE: Oral Communication, Social Sciences, and American Institutions.
YEAR 2 - FALL
LIBS 201: Exploring the Unknown | 9 Units
Explore science, philosophy, literature, religion, and life's biggest questions.
GE: Critical Thinking, Humanities, and Physical Sciences.
Additional Information
Need Extra Writing Support?
Students who select additional writing support through Directed Self-Placement may enroll in LIBS 100 (2 units) alongside LIBS 101.
What Happens After Hutchins GE?
Continue into Liberal Studies or another Sonoma State major. You can also complete electives and prerequisites for your intended major while taking Hutchins GE.
Start College Differently. Start in Hutchins!
No Traditional Tests. Small Classes. Big Opportunities.