HONORS COURSES
Professor Hakkenberg, Director;Teaching Associate J. Minton,
Associate Director
Honors courses are generally available only for students
accepted into the Honors Program; HNRS 301 and
HNRS 412 are exceptions, as noted below.These courses
replace the General Education requirements for Honors
students. Instructors in Honors courses may invite non-
Honors students of comparable ability to enroll in any course
that will enroll fewer than 20 Honors students.
101 Plenary Enrichment Program
A year-long series of supplemental activities including regular
meetings along with lectures, presentations, performances,
exhibits, community service, discussions and written
assignments. Satisfies the College requirement for cocurricular
learning. ( 1 / 4 )
102 Plenary Enrichment Program
An annual series of supplemental activities, including lectures,
presentations, performances, exhibits, community service,
discussions and written assignments. Required each term the
student studies on campus. (graded; no credit)
105 The Freshman Experience
An introductory seminar with an emphasis on critical
thinking, oral and written communication, and research skills.
Readings will vary based on instructor and class interest. (1)
Prerequisite: Admission to Honors Program.
170 Values Practicum
An inquiry into the intellectual, moral, and religious values
involved in living a responsible life.A service component will
be a requirement of the course. (1)
Prerequisite: Honors 105.
201, 202 The Human Journey
A two-semester humanities sequence focusing on central
themes that have been the driving forces behind human
civilization. Required of honors students, normally in the
second year. (1, 1)
Prerequisite: Honors 170.
301 Topics In Honors
Concentrated study of a special topic (or topics) from any
division of the College. Open to honors students or nonhonors
students with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.2. (1)
Prerequisite: Set by the individual topic.
411 Contemporary Challenges
A seminar that requires students to integrate knowledge and
skills acquired previously in the Honors Program
by analyzing selected contemporary and future issues. (1)
Prerequisite: Senior standing in the Honors Program or permission.
412 Independent Elective/Study Project
Directed research or creative work that results in a thesis or
artistic contribution of enduring quality.This requirement can
also be completed through a departmental independent study
course. (This course can be taken by any student at the
College who has the requisite cumulative grade point average
and successfully completes an application.) (1)
Prerequisite: Senior standing in the Honors Program or permission.