Culture, Creativity and Communication

Technical skill gets you in the door. Culture, creativity and communication help you lead once you are there. The Culture, Creativity and Communication minor in the Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences Department gives your bachelor’s degree the human context that engineering and science demand in the real world. You will learn how people think, communicate and make meaning, which directly shapes how technologies are designed, adopted and understood.

This minor is built for technically driven students who want to strengthen how they explain ideas, collaborate across disciplines and consider the social impact of technical work. Employers consistently look for graduates who can write clearly, speak with confidence and understand the cultural forces shaping projects and organizations. This minor helps you bring that perspective to any technical field.

Program Overview

The Culture, Creativity and Communication minor adds depth to your technical education by developing skills that sit at the intersection of technology and society. You will explore how culture, storytelling, ethics and creative expression shape the way ideas move through organizations and communities.

You will practice analyzing complex issues, framing arguments for different audiences and understanding how social context influences technical decisions. This minor bridges technical expertise with human insight. It strengthens your communication skills, cultural awareness and creative problem-solving, enhancing the impact of your bachelor’s degree.

Program Options

The Culture, Creativity and Communication minor is offered through the Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences Department.

• Courses may focus on communication, cultural analysis, creative expression or social inquiry.
• You will work with a faculty advisor to design a set of courses that align with your personal interests and career goals.
• The minor helps you develop your creative thinking, communication skills, cultural awareness and intellectual versatility alongside your major.