The Libertas Scholars Program at
Providence directs students who have a passion for the liberal arts (history,
English, language, art, and economics) to embark on a course of study focused
on the humanities. Students successfully completing the Libertas Program will
graduate as designated Libertas Scholars.
The program is directed by Mr. Bruce Rottman, a master teacher who has taught humanities, history, American
government, and economics classes to students in Christian and independent
college preparatory high schools since 1980. He was the recipient of the NASDAQ
Award presented to the top five economic educators in the nation in 2000 and
was twice the recipient of awards presented by the Wisconsin Council on
Economic Education. Mr. Rottman lectures for the Foundation for Economic
Education (FEE) and Young America’s Foundation (YAF). He holds a masters degree in international relations from San
Francisco State University and a bachelor’s degree in history and a secondary
education teaching credential from Calvin College. He joined the Providence
faculty in 2009.
Students
interested in becoming a Libertas Scholar must complete the attached
application. Commitment to this program should not be taken lightly; the
coursework will be intentionally challenging, with a view to adequately prepare
students to undertake further studies in related fields. The ideal applicant
will have demonstrated aptitude in their humanities (English and history)
classes, be willing to participate in discussions, and have the desire to be
challenged in their leadership skills and academic ability
