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Honors Integrated Course
General Honors Courses
Honors Seminars
PRIORITY REGISTRATION begins October 27, 2008. Registrar will confirm date and starting time by e-mail. Advising starts Sept. 22, 2008. Sign-up sheets will be available in the front hall of the Etscorn Honors Center. Please stop by to make an appointment for academic advising on or after September 19, 2008.
In your advising appointment you will speak with an advisor about getting into Honors courses. Honors staff will be responsible for granting Honors students permission to add these restricted courses. Once registration starts, students have 48 hours to use their permission. If the student does not add the honors course during this time, s/he will be removed from the list, and the next eligible student will be offered the space. STUDENTS WILL BE NOTIFIED OF AVAILABLE SPACES VIA THEIR U OF L E-MAIL ADDRESSES. CHECK YOUR U OF L ACCOUNT OFTEN.
Students who wish to apply to the University Honors Program may speak to an advisor before September 22, 2008 or after October 28, 2008. A new policy, as of Feb. 26, 2007: students who are not already members of the University Honors Program, and wish to apply, may not apply from October 23-October 27, 2008. We will begin seeing new applicants on October 28, 2008. This change is to better serve students: new applicants need to hear more about the program, its benefits, as well as be advised for the upcoming semester.
Honors Integrated Course
This course will satisfy more than one general education requirement, providing a free elective in a degree program. It is expected that Honors students will take advantage of these electives to provide opportunities in their schedules at a later date for Honors seminars.
Topics in Social Sciences and Oral Communications (OCSB)
HON 214-xx
see below
Prof. Christine Steineck
This course satisfies General Education learning outcomes for Social Sciences and Oral Communication. See below for information on specific sections of HON 214:
Course |
Course Number |
Meeting Times |
Room |
Instructor |
214-01 |
8644 |
MW, 4:00-5:15 |
TH132 |
Christine Steineck |
214-02 |
11176 |
TTh, 1:00-2:15 |
TH132 |
Christine Steineck |
Honors Principles of Accounting
ACCT 205-01 (6362)
TR 9:30-12:15
Prof. Christy Burge
Prerequisites: MATH 111 or 205 (or concurrently). Open only to students accepted in the Honors Program. Replaces Accounting 201/202 sequence in the business core. Students explore financial statement analysis and managerial accounting techniques and use these tools to solve business problems.
Art History
ARTH 270-01 (8086)
TR 9:30-10:45
Prof. Susan Jarosi
Course description can be found in the course catalog.
General Chemistry I (S)
CHEM 202-XX
Lecture: TR 1:00-2:15 (4746)
Prof. Mark Noble
See below for specific section information
The course will explore the relationship of the observable world with chemical or physical processes and with scientific aspects at the atomic and molecular level. Topics in the lecture will include problem solving, elements and compounds, chemical reactions, gas laws, energy, atomic structure, chemical bonding and molecular shape. The recitation section will provide more in-depth discussion of selected topics. See recitation information below:
Course |
Course Number |
Meeting Times |
Room |
Instructor |
CHEM 202-03A |
12265 |
W 10:00-10:50 |
CB B16 |
Mark Noble |
CHEM 202- 03B |
12266 |
W 1:00-1:50 |
CB B16 |
Mark Noble |
CHEM 202-03C |
12267 |
W 3:00-3:50 |
CB B16 |
Mark Noble |
Organic Chemistry Lab I
CHEM 344-XX
Prof. Christy Rich
See below for specific section information
Prerequisite: Corequisite of CHEM 341 for 343; 341, 343 prerequisite and 342 corequisite for 344. 4 lab. Techniques of modern organic chemistry: syntheses, mechanistic studies, identification of unknowns by chemical and spectroscopic methods, special projects.
Section |
Course Number |
Meeting Times |
-04 |
7682 |
R, 9:30-1:25 |
-05 |
7684 |
F, 12:00-3:55 |
-07 |
8284 |
F, 1:00-4:55 |
-08 |
8942 |
R, 8:30-12:25 |
Speech Communication (OC)
COMM 111-18
TR 11:00-12:15 (8774)
TBA
The honors section of Communications 111 will focus on developing skills in both thinking about communication and in actual performance. Students will plan and deliver speeches, analyze example speeches (text and video), and critique the presentations of others in the course.
Interpersonal Skills (OC)
COMM 115-03 (8700)
TR 11:00-12:15
TBA
Training in basic processes and skills of face-to-face interaction. Emphasis on developing language, nonverbal, and conflict management skills.
Engineering Analysis Core I (M)
*** FOR SPEED SCHOOL STUDENTS ONLY.
See your Speed Advisor for more information on registering for this course.
EAC 102-xx
See below for specific section information
Introduction to vector methods and development and use of differentiation and integration to solve engineering problems, including those involving motion, related rates, optimization, moments and centers of mass. Available sections include:
Section |
Course Number |
Meeting Times |
Instructor |
-11 |
(5404) |
M, 12:00-12:50 |
Tyler and Ralston |
-12 |
(5406) |
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-13 |
(5414) |
Principles of Macroeconomics (SB)
ECON 202-02 (6170)
MW 2:30-3:45
Prof. Jay Vahaly
An introduction to the U.S. economy, including long-term structural developments and short-term fluctuations. Theoretical models are presented to explain changes in national output, the price level, employment, and unemployment. Competing macroeconomic models are examined and contrasted. The models provide a framework for studying fiscal and monetary policy, and the effectiveness of macroeconomic policy during recent economic history is evaluated. May be taken before ECON 201.
Principles of Macroeconomics (SB)
ECON 202-02 (6172)
MW 4:00-5:15
Prof. Haworth
An introduction to the U.S. economy, including long-term structural developments and short-term fluctuations. Theoretical models are presented to explain changes in national output, the price level, employment, and unemployment. Competing macroeconomic models are examined and contrasted. The models provide a framework for studying fiscal and monetary policy, and the effectiveness of macroeconomic policy during recent economic history is evaluated. May be taken before ECON 201.
Advanced Composition for Freshmen (WC)
ENGL 105-XX
See below for specific section information
Students share reading and writing with one another; develop critical-thinking processes with special emphasis on the conventions of primary and secondary research; develop writing processes; and practice producing finished papers that reflect academic conventions, including longer texts of 1500-2000 words that require documentation. Course content includes formal and informal writing, readings, and collaborative work in writers’ groups. ENGL 105 will be offered at the following times:
Section |
Course Number |
Meeting Times |
Instructor |
-01 |
6900 |
MWF, 12:00-12:50 |
TBA |
-02 |
7742 |
MWF, 1:00-1:50 |
Yohannes |
-03 |
7764 |
TR, 9:30-10:45 |
TBD |
-04 |
8480 |
TR, 2:30-3:45 |
TBD |
Business Writing -- WR
ENGL 306-03 (6924)
MW 2:00-3:15
TBD
Prerequisite: ENGL 102 or 105. Note: Approved for the Arts and Sciences upper-level requirement in written communication (WR). Designed for advanced Business students and Arts and Sciences students anticipating careers in law, business, or government. Concentrates on writing in a variety of forms of business discourse. Emphasizes practicing writing processes, developing an appropriate style, learning professional problem-solving, integrating oral and written communication, and using new communication technologies.
History of Civilizations I (SB)
HIST 105-01 (8144)
MWF 8:00-8:50
Prof. Thomas Mackey
The purpose of this course is to trace the development of Western Civilization from earliest times to the beginning of early modern times, A.D. 1300. The contribution made during these times to that development that emanated from a non-western area, namely what is now called the Middle East, will be integrated into the larger European and Mediterranean context. In this way, a methodology and framework will be provided whereby the student can understand how the culture we now live in came to being, and how we may utilize our understand of past events to deal intelligently with the problems we face today. In addition, through reading and understanding ancient and medieval documents (albeit in translation), students may also gain some insight as to how professional historians do their work. Grades will be based on three non-cumulative midterm examinations. These examinations will be one of the non-multiple guess, true/false, fill-ins, curved variety. There will also be map work.
History of Civilization II (SB)
HIST 106-01 (8146)
MWF 10:00-10:50
Prof. Raphael Njoku
History 106 will deal with the rise of European civilization and world dominance, the confrontation of Europeans with the peoples of Asia and Africa, the era of the two world wars and the development of new global politics in the twentieth century. Readings will include documents, autobiographies, and fiction. Requirements: three tests, two short papers, and class participation.
Honors Thesis (WR)
HON 420-01 (8694)
John Richardson
Note regarding this course: Students taking a departmental course for Senior Honors Project work may not sign up for HON 420. Please contact 852-6293 for more information.
Cultures of America (HCD1)
HUM 152-01 (8848)
MWF 11:00-11:50
Prof. Michael Johmann
Interdisciplinary study of the arts and humanities in contemporary American culture emphasizing the convergence of European, African, Hispanic, Asian, and indigenous cultures as well as the distinguishing characteristics of each culture as revealed in three of the following areas: fine arts, drama, literature, philosophy, religion, and popular entertainment.
Introduction to World Religions (HCD1)
HUM 216-06 (8620)
TR 9:30-10:45
Prof. R. Fuller
Introduction to World Religions will expose the students to the concept and elements of religion, the basic vocabulary of each major religious tradition, and establish the cultural context for each tradition while exploring the influence of religion upon culture. Students will strengthen and improve their respect for the major religious traditions and will be able to compare and contrast how different religious traditions provide humans with a framework to find meaning for life’s questions.
Principles of Marketing
MKT 301-03 (9526)
TR 2:30-3:45
Profs. Laforge & Jones
Prerequisites: CIS 100, ECON 201, MGMT 201, Sophopmore Standing or above. A study of the behavioral, functional, societal, international, and institutional foundations of marketing, as well as the following marketing mix variables: product, price, promotion, and channels of distribution.
Calculus II (M)
MATH 206-02
TR 11:00-12:15
TBD
Prerequisites: MATH 205 or EAC 101. Continuation of MATH 205; introduction to infinite series.
Introduction to the Francophone World - HCD2
ML 250-01 (8736)
TR 3:00-4:15
Prof. Wendy Yoder
A general introduction, taught in English, to the arts, culture and history of areas throughout the world in which French is the primary language.
Introduction to Philosophy (H)
PHIL 205-03 (7166)
MWF 2:00-2:50
Prof. J. Hester
Prerequisite: ENGL 101. Selected writings by important philosophers (e.g., Plato, Aristotle), illustrating their problems, methods, and conclusions.
Introduction to Logic
PHIL 311-03 (7176)
TR 9:30-10:45
Prof. D. Chapman
Introduction to formal and informal techniques of argument analysis, with emphasis on applications to ordinary language.
Introductory Electricity, Magnetism and Light (S)
PHYS 299-01C (7704/11708)
MWF 10:00-10:50
R, 1:00-1:50
TBD
Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent registration in MATH 206. Note: 3 lecture, 1 hour conference. Basic methods of physics with calculus applied to topics in electricity, magnetism and light.
Honors Introduction to Political Science (SB)
POLS 202-03 (8054)
MWF 10:00-10:50
Prof. Susan Materese
TBA
Honors International Law (SB)
POLS 332-03 (9442)
TR 9:30-10:45
Prof. Julie Bunck
This course examines the effects of law on international relations. Where is law important, where is it less important, and why? To explore these issues, the class will consider a multitude of cases including the Iran hostage crisis of 1980 and four trials involving alleged Nazi, American, and Japanese war criminals. We will also examine the outlawing of piracy, slavery, drug trafficking, and genocide and explore such concepts as jurisdiction, sovereign immunity, extradition, adjudication, and sovereignty.
Introduction to Psychology (SB)
PSYC 201-03 (8054)
TR 9:30-10:45
Prof. C. Wolfe
This course is designed to introduce and explore the scientific study of human behavior. Emphasis is placed on theoretical principles, methods of analysis and scientific application of the various fields comprising psychology. Course work will focus more on the analysis, synthesis, and critical evaluation of these principles, rather than on simple terminology and "facts."
Life-Span Developmental Psychology
PSYC 363-02 (10998)
MW 2:00-3:15
Prof. C. Wolfe
TBA
Honors Seminars
Students must have completed at least 24 hours and have an overall grade point average of 3.35 or higher to be considered for Honors Seminars (first-time freshmen are prohibited from taking Honors seminars until after two semesters of coursework). Permission to add the course must be granted by the Honors Director or one of the Academic Counselors in the Etscorn Honors Center (852-6293). Since enrollment is limited, the earlier you indicate your intention to take one of the Honors Seminars, the better your chances of being accepted for the course.
Note: Both the International and National Travel Seminars are BY APPLICATION ONLY. Applications can be picked up at the Etscorn Honors Center lobby, in the literature rack. Both applications are due, completed, on October 19, 2007. Late and incomplete applications WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED NOR REVIEWED BY THE TRAVEL COURSE COMMITTEE.
***International Travel Seminar***
BY APPLICATION ONLY
International Business Law-- WR
HON 336-01 / HON 346-01 (13651/8494)
MW 4:00-5:15
Prof.Thomas Irwin
TBA
War & Conscience
HON 331-01 / HON 341-01 (12494/12495)
MW 4:00-5:15
Profs. Russ VandenBroucke and Ben Harrison
TBA
This seminar fulfills Humanities or Social Sciences degree requirement.
For the Love of the Game
HON 331-02 / HON 341-02 (12496/12497)
MW 8:00-9:15
Prof. Jonetta Weber
TBA
This seminar fulfills Humanities OR Social Sciences degree requirements.
Tradition & Renewal in Japanese Art
HON 331-03 / HON 341-03 (12496/12497)
TR 9:30-10:45
Prof. Bert Harris
TBA
This seminar fulfills Humanities OR Social Sciences degree requirements.
Local Food
HON 331-03 / HON 341-03 (XXXX/XXXX)
TBD
Prof. Lisa Markowitz
TBA
This seminar fulfills Humanities OR Social Sciences degree requirements.
More & Machiavelli -- WR
HON 336-01 / HON 346-01 (12500/12501)
MWF 2:30-3:45
Prof. Joe Slavin
TBA
This seminar fulfills Humanities OR Social Sciences degree requirements.
Decadents, Aesthetes, and the Femme Fatale: The Arts and the Symbolist Movement at Fin-de-Siecle-- WR
HON 336-02 / HON 346-02 (13117/13118)
W 1:00-3:45
Prof. Patricia Condon
This interdisciplinary seminar focuses on the fine arts (painting, sculpture, prints and drawings), theatre and music in relationship to the literary Symbolist movement in Europe at the end of the nineteenth century. The examination will be done within the broadest of cultural, social, intellectual, and historical contexts. Students will read primary and secondary sources devoted to manifestations of the movement in cosmopolitan centers across Europe (Paris, London, Brussels, Vienna). For instance, in Paris the Symbolist circle of all disciplines gathered on Tuesday evenings in the home of the poet Stéphane Mallarmé. Huysmans’1884 novel Against the Grain was a pivotal document for the dual themes of fin-de-siècle decadence and the aesthete’s view of the world. Wilde’s play Salomé (first published in French in 1893 with art nouveau illustrations by Aubrey Beardsley) provided a potent example of the theme of woman femme-fatale in a Freud’s new world.
The class structure will give students the opportunity for classroom discussions of common readings; intensive personal engagement with research on multiple topics for both written and oral presentation; and opportunities for individual and group work.
This seminar fulfills Humanities or Social Sciences degree requirement.
What it takes to be a CEO
HON 341-02 (12504)
TR 8:00-9:15
Prof. Christy Burge
Are you aspiring to be a great leader? What are the common traits of great leaders? Do you have what it takes? We will be trying to identify the traits great business, political and sports leaders have in common. We will read and discuss such best-sellers as Good to Great and Winning Every Day by Lou Holtz. Every student will have the opportunity to choose a leader he or she believes is great and analyze that leader based on traits identified. There will be opportunity for open debate amongst peers. We will have numerous leaders from the community to discuss their opinions of leadership strategies and traits. This seminar fulfills Social Sciences degree requirements for HON 441 only. It is also cross-listed with the College of Business as BUS 441-02 (11052); please consult the College of Business for information on its spots in this seminar.
American Popular Culture: From the Beatles to Watergate -- WR
HON 431-03 / HON 441-03 (12509/12510)
MW 2:00-3:15
Prof. Michael Johmann
This course will survey the broad changes in American popular culture from 1964 to 1974, focusing on the rapidly evolving worlds of music, television, film, fashion, “pop” art, advertising and the alternative lifestyles of the “Hippie” counter-culture. Set amid the era of the Vietnam war, civil rights, drugs, the sexual revolution and Nixon’s “silent majority”, we will explore the emergence of the “baby boom” generation from America’s suburbs and attempts by that generation to redefine the American Dream according to a new ethic, new goals—and a new soundtrack. Course work for the semester will include a variety of readings, films, music, television shows, art and other media, supplemented by seminar presentations from students who will explore various individuals, events and trends in culture that shaped the era. Turn on! Tune in! Drop in, Baby! No Austin Powers parodies here—this time it’s the real 60s, from the Beatles on Ed Sullivan to growing your hair for peace. This seminar fulfills Humanities OR Social Sciences degree requirements.
Knowledge in the Age of Enlightenment -- WR
HON 436-01 / HON 446-01 (12513/12514)
TR 11:00-12:15
Prof. Glynis Ridley
TBA
This seminar fulfills Humanities OR Social Sciences degree requirements. This course is cross-listed as ENGL 402-01 (12416); please consult the English Department about its spots in this seminar.
Era of Lincoln-- WR
HON 436-02 / HON 446-02 (12516/12517)
TR 9:00-9:50
Prof. Tom Mackey
TBA
This seminar fulfills Humanities OR Social Sciences degree requirements. This course is cross-listed as HIST 510-01 (12515); please consult the History Department about their spots in this seminar.
Devotion and Demons: Medieval Popular Religion-- WR
HON 436-03 / HON 446-03 (12518/125194)
MWF 11:00-11:50
Prof. Pam Beattie
TBA
This seminar fulfills Humanities OR Social Sciences degree requirements.
Body & Health II: The Community
HON 441-04 / HON 451-04 (12511/12512)
TR 1:00-2:15
Prof. Paul Salmon
TBA
This seminar fulfills Natural OR Social Sciences degree requirements. This course is cross-listed as PSYC 404-01 (12450); please consult the History Department about their spots in this seminar.
