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.
(3)
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.
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, may be repeated three times Δ)
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.
341.
innovationAcademy.
(3)
Students complete one of the following experiences: create or develop their business plan, explore funding opportunities for their nascent business, complete an internship (must meet certain requirements), develop, design and create a non-profit entity.
342.
Disney College Program Internship.
(3)
This course is designed to help students reflect upon, evaluate, and apply the knowledge, skills and experiences gained as a Disney College Program participant.
343.
Create Sell Bank I.
(3)
Experience variety of innovation processes (brainstorming, rapid prototyping, sketching, list building, 3D printing, etc.) to help discover products or services at the intersection of your need explorations, self/team capability assessment, and personal interests.
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.
