This course will introduce students to ancient traditions in philosophy across the globe. The course may include traditions such as classical Chinese philosophy and classical Indian Philosophy, Ancient Greek philosophy, and the Philosophy of ancient Egypt. A major goal of this course is to establish whether it makes sense to speak of a universally shared...
This course will introduce students to theories and contemporary debates in the philosophy of law. Topics studied may include theories and methods of legal interpretation, equality and discrimination, race and civil rights, democracy, property rights and justice, and the tension between social conformity and personal liberty. Readings will comprise classical and contemporary philosophical sources, and...
This course will examine historical and contemporary debates in political philosophy, social theory, and social philosophy. Topics may include the nature of social and political systems, theories of human nature and justifications of state power, the relationship between the individual and the state, the role of justice and conflict among social groups, the influence of...
The objective of this internship course is to allow students with career paths related to World Languages, International Studies, and Translation and Interpretation to put classroom theory and language skills into practice in a professional setting to gain work experience and develop new proficiencies. Students are expected to plan, reflect, evaluate, and build upon their...
This course will introduce students to the thought of different philosophical traditions. The course will focus on ancient and contemporary traditions including (but not limited to) African, Chinese, Greek, Indian, Latin American, and various philosophical perspectives within Buddhist, Jewish, Christian, Hindu, and Islamic traditions. A major aim will be to establish thematic connections between the...
Design thinking is a method of innovative thinking and critical reasoning that is a creative, empathy-driven, and transdisciplinary approach to solving real-world, theoretical/academic, “wicked”, and hypothetical problems. In this class, students practice the principles of design thinking and hone the information and critical literacy skills required to effectively, critically, and innovative employ generative artificial intelligence...
This course is intended for upper intermediate and /or advanced students who have completed Arabic 210 or have had equivalent exposure to Modern Standard Arabic and are approved by the department to attend the course. The goal of this course is to extend students' growth in all communication skills by building up prior knowledge gained...
This course examines media representations of Asian Pacific Islander Americans (APIAs) through time. It will explore stereotyped media depictions of Asian Pacific Islander Americans, including Yellow Peril and the model minority. Students will analyze how race as a social construction of difference affects and is reproduced by mass media. Additionally, students will compare how gender,...
Students placed in ENG 100.7 are offered extra support, afforded through additional instructional time. The course introduces students to the academic writing process through the study of culturally-diverse nonfiction prose. Emphasis will be placed on developing thesis-driven responses to the writing of others, practicing revision, following the conventions of MLA style, and completing a research...
In this course, students will cultivate an understanding of the intricate tapestry of childhood and the child's role within the broader fabric of society. This course offers an introductory exploration into the diverse theories, concepts, philosophies, and methodologies integral to the multidisciplinary domain of Children and Youth Studies. Delving into various aspects of this field,...
