HONORS COURSESProfessor 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 co-curricular 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. 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 non-honors 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. |