Florida State U. launches ‘Civics and Liberty’ degree to create ‘ethically grounded leaders’
Florida State University is launching a new undergraduate degree in Civics and Liberty Studies to create ethically grounded civic leaders. The program aims to enhance political tolerance and reduce self-censorship among students by teaching foundational American documents and Western political thought.
Florida State University is introducing a new undergraduate degree in Civics and Liberty Studies starting fall 2026. The program, created by the Institute for Governance and Civics, offers four concentrations: constitutional liberty, economic liberty, conscience liberty, and educational liberty. The curriculum combines liberal arts with technical training, focusing on American foundational documents, political philosophy, and empirical social science. Students will culminate their studies in a civics research seminar tackling concrete civic issues. The program responds to concerning trends in civic engagement, including a survey that found 20% of young adults believe physical violence can be justified to stop 'harmful' public speech. The degree aims to foster thoughtful civic engagement, informed leadership, and ethical participation in public life.
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