Dr. Mark Milewicz | MWF 9:05-9:55 | CRN: 10127

Substitutes for one course in Social Science Division

HON 1000. Contemporary Public Issues

Analysis of selected contemporary events from the points of view of history, political science, psychology, geography, economics, philosophy, religion, and sociology, in the light of weekly world developments. Emphasis upon the appreciation and development of logic and style in critical thought in considering international and domestic conflicts, human rights and institutional effectiveness, freedom and responsibility, and resources, technology, and the environment. Credit, 3 semester hours. Honors students receive General Education credit for a course in the Social Sciences Division.

Dr. Shilpa Regan | TR 9:30-10:45 | CRN: 10129

Substitutes for one course in Social Science Division

HON 1000. Contemporary Public Issues

Analysis of selected contemporary events from the points of view of history, political science, psychology, geography, economics, philosophy, religion, and sociology, in the light of weekly world developments. Emphasis upon the appreciation and development of logic and style in critical thought in considering international and domestic conflicts, human rights and institutional effectiveness, freedom and responsibility, and resources, technology, and the environment. Credit, 3 semester hours. Honors students receive General Education credit for a course in the Social Sciences Division.

Dr. Leonard Holmes | F 2:30 - 3:20 | CRN: 12093



HON 1510. Contemporary Issues in Science & Technology



An interdisciplinary examination of scientific and technological issues of current global significance. The scientific principles relating to each topic will be examined, followed by analysis of management possibilities and problems, technological applications, and implications for society. Where appropriate, laboratory experiences (both on and off campus) will be involved which expose the student to relevant techniques and methodology. Honors students receive General Education credit for a course in the Physical Science area of the Natural Sciences and Mathematics Division.

 

Dr. Roger Ladd | TR 12:30-1:45 | CRN: 10134 WE

Substitutes for one course in Arts and Humanities Division Elective

HON 2000 - The Humanistic Tradition I: From the Ancient World to 1500

An interdisciplinary seminar in humanities that surveys, within historical and cultural contexts, a selection of works of art, architecture, literature, music, and philosophy, Honors 2000 focuses on significant cultural legacies from the beginnings of human cultures to 1500. Credit, 3 semester hours. Honors students receive General Education credit for a course in the Divisional Electives area of Humanities.

Dr. Joshua Busman | MWF 11:15-12:05 | CRN: 12009

Substitutes for one course in Fine Arts Division

HON 2050: Perspectives in the Fine Arts

An interdisciplinary examination of issues in the fine arts including, but not limited to: visual arts, architecture, film, music, performing arts, and creative writing. The course will introduce selected topics in the history, culture, and practice of the fine arts in a seminar format. 

Dr. Kelly Charlton | MW 2:30-3:45 | CRN: 10135

Substitutes for one course in Social Science Division

HON 2750. The Individual in Society

We'll use the science of psychology to help us understand the individual’s place in society. Specifically, in this class we’ll be examining how Social Psychological Research can be applied to a variety of life domains.

 By the end of the semester, students will be able to

• Understand what Applied Social Psychology is as a Field
• Understand how research is used to examine applied topics in Social Psychology
• Learn about a variety of domains in which Social Psychology is applied to improve and understand the human condition
• Design their own study to apply Social Psychology to a life domain

Dr. Joshua K. Busman | Online (Asynchronous) | CRN: 10136

HON. 4000  Research Methods and Prospectus

Preparation of a prospectus for the thesis or project, in consultation with an advisor. Group discussion on the methodology, standards, and experience of research and criticism. Pass/Fail grading. Credit, 1 semester hour.

Dr. Joshua Kalin Busman | Online (Asynchronous) | CRN: 10137

HON 4500 Honors Thesis/Project

Preparation of a thesis or project in consultation with a faculty committee chosen by the student; presentation of the work in seminar. Independent study in the student’s major is encouraged. Credit, 3 semester hours.

Dr. Scott Hicks | MWF 9:05-9:55 | CRN: 10473 | Service-Learning

First course in the Communication Skills requirements

According to the Department of English, Theatre & Foreign Languages, "ENG 1050 places students in a text-rich environment for the purpose of cultivating skills in critical reading and writing through analysis and synthesis. Within this context, students develop rhetorical reading and writing practices, recognizing and interpreting differing perspectives and constructing claims about texts." In this service-learning class, students will complete five hours of service-learning as part of a team in order to refine and enhance skills of critical reading and writing across genres and contexts. Based on their service-learning experience, students will identify and locate a scholarly, authoritative, and relevant source and write an essay that synthesizes academic and personal understandings of service.

Dr. Teagan Decker |TR 9:30-10:45 | CRN: 10476 | Service-Learning

First course in the Communication Skills requirements

Provides students with a foundation in critical reading and writing practices by introducing different types of texts and ways of working with them; students will recognize and interpret differing perspectives and will analyze and synthesize others’ work, producing several texts of moderate length.

Dr. Scott Hicks | MWF 11:15-12:05 | CRN 12011 | Service-Learning

First course in the Communication Skills requirements

According to the Department of English, Theatre & Foreign Languages, "ENG 1050 places students in a text-rich environment for the purpose of cultivating skills in critical reading and writing through analysis and synthesis. Within this context, students develop rhetorical reading and writing practices, recognizing and interpreting differing perspectives and constructing claims about texts." In this service-learning class, students will complete five hours of service-learning as part of a team in order to refine and enhance skills of critical reading and writing across genres and contexts. Based on their service-learning experience, students will identify and locate a scholarly, authoritative, and relevant source and write an essay that synthesizes academic and personal understandings of service.

Dr. David Nikkel | TR 2:00-3:15 | CRN: 10191

Fulfills the Philosophy & Religion requirement in the  Arts & Humanities Division

This course provides an overview of major world religions in their historical contexts, while exposing students to the academic study of religion, including theories about the nature of religion, key concepts, and methods of study. Students get to write an opinion paper on a key aspect of religion and to review material using a clicker.

Dr. Ryan Anderson | MWF 9:05-9:55 | CRN: 10038

 

Why have people thought of America as the land of opportunity and how have they understood the American Dream?  Have we as a nation ever agreed on what success means?  What roles have work, play, class, race, ethnicity, and gender played in shaping how we think about opportunity?  These are the issues that we will address this semester.  To help the cause, I will provide you with reading material, art, movies, songs, and lectures that balance nuts and bolts historical data with topical information.  Our studies will take root in neither a grand narrative nor an interpretive story, but in the ground between these two poles. This class will function as a hybrid course. In this case we will meet twice a week for lecture and discussion. Students will work on out-of-class writing that is commensurate to the amount of time spent in and out of one class period. So, it is expected that class participants are willing and capable of working independently to meet course goals.

Dr. Brooke Kelly | MWF 12:20-1:10 | CRN: 10388

Fulfills the Sociology  requirement in Social Science Division

The course will explore the kinds of questions sociologist ask, the research methods used to collect information/data to seek answers and the major sociological theories that are used to interpret findings of this research.  Then in examining the social institutions of family, politics, religion, economy, education, healthcare and government, we gain insight and perspective as many of society’s problems such as race, gender and class.  In doing so, we will turn a sociological lens on our experiences and trajectories through life to understand how social structures and cultures make human action and interactions possible, but at the same time often limit our options for change. 

Dr. Amber Rock | MW 9:05-10:20 | CRN:  11817



 An introduction to modern and classical biology concepts. Lecture.

 

 

Mr. M. Gordon Byrd | W 1:25-2:15 | CRN: 11956| Service-Learning

General introduction to the academic substance, study methods, and special adjustment problems of university life. Conducted by faculty and staff from various departments. Required of all incoming freshmen during their first fifteen credit hours of course work at the University. 

Dr. Scott Hicks | W 1:25-2:15 | CRN: 11957| Service-Learning

General introduction to the academic substance, study methods, and special adjustment problems of university life. Conducted by faculty and staff from various departments. Required of all incoming freshmen during their first fifteen credit hours of course work at the University. 

Dr. Teagan Decker | W 1:25-2:15 | CRN: 11958| Service-Learning

There's no better way to think about and reflect on what it means to be a successful college student than to help teach others how to succeed. Better still, first-year college students can inspire and empower others to follow in their footsteps -- and they can change lives by helping others see that higher education can be their future, too. In this class, students will be a sort of college advising corps for a select group of CIS Academy students -- and students' letters with their assigned pen pals will help not only the pen pals, but themselves as well, in their reflection on fundamental concerns of making a successful transition to college: How to apply for college and scholarships, time management, choosing majors and/or minors, academic success skills, and critical thinking.