American colleges and universities have based their study programs around what is known as the liberal arts.

A liberal arts studies does not require students to intensively study only one subject. Students choose a major like history or psychology for a liberal arts education. But they also take classes in other subjects that may not directly relate to their major.

However, in recent years, many Americans have avoided liberal arts degree programs. Parents have pushed students towards fields directly related to a specific career. This includes fields in business, healthcare, science, technology, engineering and mathematics.

the biggest challenge facing liberal arts graduates is demonstrating to employers what their skills are and the value they represent. And colleges and universities need to do more to teach their students how to do so.