Veritas

About

“Veritas” is a set of courses designed to help students form well-rounded and action-oriented approaches to social changes. Change is taking place in every sector faster than we have ever seen before, and with this change comes complexity and uncertainty. Students must thus learn to identify and address problems with creativity that reaches beyond traditional academic disciplines. Veritas courses are structured around the “big questions” of humanity, society, nature, and technology, and they are composed of student-centered learning methods to encourage independence and critical thinking. These methods include small group activities, discussions, and group projects aimed to refine communication and collaboration skills.

Curriculum Structure

Veritas 1

This module aims to foster communication skills and integrative methodologies by helping students understand diverse academic perspectives on core themes in the human experience. By critically examining established truths and forming their own questions, students develop the ability to think independently and form their own values. They also learn to be more understanding of other perspectives through discussions on various topics.

Veritas 2

This module focuses on identifying real-world problems and proposing solutions to emerging social changes. As the issues examined are too complex to be addressed through a single academic, students from a variety of departments collaborate to explore innovative solutions. By identifying problems and analyzing their causes, students learn to present practical solutions while developing their skills in persuasion, negotiation, and teamwork.

Veritas in Action

This module involves action-based projects that require communication and collaboration with community members and stakeholders. By confronting issues that require concrete solutions within communities, students develop a pragmatic perspective and creative problem-solving abilities while also learning about the importance of social involvement. Through actively designing and proposing policies, students gain a wider understanding of what it means to learn.