HUM-1010 Introduction to Humanities
3 Credits
Examines creative enterprise in human cultures through the study of great works of art and literature. Lectures, performances, exhibits, and multi-media presentations.
Lecture: 3 hours
Prerequisite(s): None.
OAN Approved: Ohio Transfer 36 TMAH.
HUM-1020 The Individual in Society
3 Credits
Introduction to works of art, philosophies, and scientific views that portray, explain, and evaluate positions and interactions of individuals in society. Lectures, performances, exhibits, and multi-media presentations.
Lecture: 3 hours
Prerequisite(s): ENG-0995 Applied College Literacies, or appropriate score on English Placement Test; or departmental approval. Note: ENG-0990 Language Fundamentals II taken prior to Fall 2021 will also meet prerequisite requirements.
OAN Approved: Ohio Transfer 36 TMAH.
HUM-102H Honors Individual in Society
3 Credits
Introduction to works of art, philosophies, literature, and political views that portray, explain, and evaluate positions and interactions of individuals in society. Emphasis on an in-depth study of primary sources and their reflection in our modern culture.
Lecture: 3 hours
Prerequisite(s): ENG-1010 College Composition I, or ENG-101H Honors College Composition I; or departmental approval.
OAN Approved: Ohio Transfer 36 TMAH.
HUM-1100 Leadership Development Studies
3 Credits
Introduction to theories and ethics of group dynamics in leadership styles through study of classic and contemporary writings. Internationally recognized course, designed by Phi Theta Kappa. Lectures, discussions, and experiential learning exercises.
Lecture: 3 hours
Prerequisite(s): ENG-0995 Applied College Literacies, or appropriate score on English Placement Test. Note: ENG-0990 Language Fundamentals II taken prior to Fall 2021 will also meet prerequisite requirements.
HUM-179H Honors Contract in Humanities
1 Credit
Honors Contract complements and exceeds requirements and expected outcomes and objectives for an existing HUM-1000-level honors course through formulation of a contract with a faculty mentor. This independent study at the honors level may also be taken with a non-honors course. When taken with a non-honors course the Honors Contract adds an honor experience to that course. In conjunction with a faculty mentor, student will formulate a contract, which upon completion will result in distinctive scholarship. The student is required to meet on a regularly scheduled basis with the instructor for mentor-student tutorial sessions. A maximum of six Honor Contracts (six credit hours) may be taken at the college (includes 179H and 279H).
Lecture: 1 hours
Prerequisite(s): Must be taken concurrently with a HUM-1000-level course whose instructor agrees to mentor the student in this contract. Departmental approval required.
HUM-1813 Special Topics: the Fairy Tale of New York
3 Credits
Students will learn about the history of representing New York City to the American imagination. This will include representations in literature, art, architecture, and music. New York City is considered the premier big city in American and is seen both domestically and abroad as a symbol of what it means to be an American. This class will explore that symbol and ask what it means to be New York.
Lecture: 3 hours
Prerequisite(s): HUM-1020 The Individual in Society or HUM-102H Honors Individual in Society.
HUM-2020 Community Engagement Through the Humanities
3 Credits
A project-based course designed to help students develop skills as active participants in a pluralistic democratic society through direct service, education, and reflection opportunities. The course will emphasize collaboration, methods of inquiry characteristic of the humanities, evidence-based decision making, humanities-based research techniques, social responsibility, and effective communication. Students will use an interdisciplinary collaborative approach to analyze and actively participate in principles and practices of community engagement through a local lens.
Lecture: 3 hours
Prerequisite(s): ENG-1020 College Composition II or ENG-102H Honors College Composition II.
OAN Approved: Ohio Transfer 36 TMAH.
HUM-2030 Culture and Belief
3 Credits
An introduction to works of art, philosophies, religions, and scientific views that portray, explain, and evaluate the shared human search for meaning in the world as contextualized within culture. The class consists of lectures concerning works of art which provide a survey of world views that have been adopted by various cultures through history.
Lecture: 3 hours
Prerequisite(s): ENG-1010 College Composition I or ENG-101H Honors College Composition I; or departmental approval.
OAN Approved: Ohio Transfer 36 TMAH.
HUM-2040 Public Humanities
3 Credits
Public Humanities covers the intersection between the intellectual rigor of academia and the public life of everyday people. The course investigates different views on the subject of what public intellectuals owe the everyday world we live in, how such scholars can engage with the problems we all face in our lives, and, finally, the role that public intellectuals have in shaping community activity and public policy.
Lecture: 3 hours
Prerequisite(s): ENG-1010 College Composition I or ENG-101H Honors College Composition I.
HUM-279H Sophomore Honors Contract in Humanities
1 Credit
Sophomore Honors Contract in Humanities complements and exceeds requirements and expected outcomes for an existing Humanities 2000-level course through formulation of a contract with a faculty mentor. In conjunction with a faculty mentor, student will formulate a contract that upon completion will result in distinctive scholarship appropriate to honors 2000-level. In order to complete the contract, student is required to meet on a regularly scheduled basis with instructor offering the contract for mentor-student tutorial sessions. A maximum of six Honors Contracts (six credits) may be taken at the College (includes 179H and 279H).
Lecture: 1 hours
Prerequisite(s): Must be taken concurrently with a 2000-level course in Humanities, whose instructor agrees to mentor the student in the sophomore honors contract. Departmental approval required.
HUM-281H Special Topics: Phi Theta Kappa Honors In Action Seminar
3 Credits
The Phi Theta Kappa Honors in Action research project is designed to engage students in informed action-based research meant to foster student success and growth as scholars and leaders. The course will emphasize analytic and collaborative problem solving and leadership skills. Students will take lessons gleaned from the analysis of their research to create an action-oriented project element to provide tangible support to their communities.
Other Required Hours: Seminar: 3 hours per week.
Prerequisite(s): Departmental Approval