Liberal Arts and Integrative Studies (LAIS)
150.
Foundations of Integrative Thought.
(3)
This course examines the purpose of integrative studies, introduced to different models of integration, and taught how to use those models to approach complex problems, intellectual questions, and challenging issues in society.
199.
Customized Curriculum: The Future of Degrees.
(1)
Students will learn to create career plans that require them to research career options and potential employers, and prepare a developmental roadmap that will lead them to success within the chosen profession.
Offered on a CR/NC basis only.
309.
Topics in Integrative Studies.
(1-3 to a maximum of 12 Δ)
The content of this course varies by semester. It highlights topics of specialized interest in areas of multidisciplinary, interdisciplinary, and transdisciplinary research.
310.
Investigations in Research: Methodologies and Techniques.
(3)
This course explores qualitative and quantitative inquiry related to interdisciplinarity. Students will define a research problem, identify and evaluate scholarly research, while considering the interplay of processes, analysis, and ethics in a diverse world.
311.
Experiential Learning and Research.
(3)
This course enables students to learn their concentration areas in an applied setting, while gaining practical experience. The site becomes an experiential learning lab that makes connections between course work and the 21st century workplace.
340.
Introduction to Global and National Security.
(3)
Analyzes issues such as: economics, demography, ecology, energy, health, and geopolitics, with a view towards understanding their implications for global and national security.
399.
Interdisciplinary Synthesis.
(1 to a maximum of 3 Δ)
This recitation will allow students to form connectivity in their course work and use peer-to-peer learning to move from broad investigations to a concrete senior project.
Offered on a CR/NC basis only.
409.
Individual Study.
(1-3 to a maximum of 15 Δ)
Directed study of topics not covered in regular courses. Specific arrangements must be made with a member of the LAIS faculty responsible for supervising the work. A proposed plan of study is normally made at least one semester in advance.
499.
Senior Seminar.
(3)
This course provides students an opportunity to synthesize the breadth and depth of their interdisciplinary studies program and produce an in-depth senior project focusing on a topic within their concentration.
