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==Definition==
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==Description==
 
A class that counts for at least one area of [[Weinberg (WCAS)|Weinberg]]'s distribution requirements, which as a whole are intended to provide a general liberal arts education.  Although Northwestern does not mandate specific classes, it does mandate two classes from six different distribution areas.
 
A class that counts for at least one area of [[Weinberg (WCAS)|Weinberg]]'s distribution requirements, which as a whole are intended to provide a general liberal arts education.  Although Northwestern does not mandate specific classes, it does mandate two classes from six different distribution areas.
  

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Part of Speech

Noun

Pronunciation

['dihs tro]

Description

A class that counts for at least one area of Weinberg's distribution requirements, which as a whole are intended to provide a general liberal arts education. Although Northwestern does not mandate specific classes, it does mandate two classes from six different distribution areas.

Areas

  • Natural Sciences (Area I)
  • Formal Studies (Area II)
  • Social and Behavioral Sciences (Area III)
  • Historical Studies (Area IV)
  • Ethics and Values (Area V)
  • Literature and Fine Arts (Area VI)[1]

Example Sentence

I still have five distros I have to take.

Related Terms

Weinberg (WCAS)

References

  1. Weinberg.northwestern.edu, Distro areas.