Courses

ARTH 222: Learn to Negotiate

Participants in this course will gain an understanding of societal factors driving income inequality and pay disparity in the United States, particularly with an intersectional focus. We will also cover historical and current efforts to combat the pay gap, including labor organizing and legislative efforts, and an understanding of income inequality and the ongoing harm of the pay gap (with focused study on the pay gap on federal and state levels, as well as within a student’s desired profession). After setting this foundation, students will explore resources and strategies to assist with negotiation in their future workplace (this includes workshops and exercises geared to helping students define, articulate, and claim their expertise).
4 credits

BIO 241: Biological Data Analysis

Asynchronous
Drew Davinack

Biologists use data to understand life. This course will introduce you to the kinds of data biologists collect, how they summarize those data, and how they use statistics to interpret data and tell a biological story. We will explore data using the computer tools that biologists use, and you will analyze data by writing code. You will work with real biological datasets and questions as you explore summary statistics, common statistical tests in biology, and graphical representations of biological data. 4 credits

CHEM 102: Forensic Science

Asynchronous
Hilary Gaudet

In this course, students will learn the basics of forensic science. Topics will include criminal justice; crime scene investigations; microscopes; human remains identification; autopsy and the role of the medical examiner; forensic anthropology; forensic entomology; analysis of organic material; analysis of hair, fiber and botanical materials; forensic toxicology ; forensic serology; DNA analysis; fingerprints; forensic properties of glass and soil evidence; firearms, ballistics, tool marks and arson; handwriting analysis and computer forensics. 4 credits

EDUC 298: Family Engagement in Education & Other Community Settings

Asynchronous
Katie Volk

Family engagement is important for children’s well-being in and out of the classroom. In this course, we will discuss the research on family engagement in school and community settings. We will explore ways to communicate effectively with families, examine various models of family engagement, and practice skills regarding sharing information and cultural reciprocity. Knowledge of child development is helpful, but not required. Assignments will focus on application of concepts to case studies. 4 credits

ENG 278: Writing as Global Communication

Asynchronous
Ruth Foley

English may not actually be everywhere, though it can seem that way. It is becoming the language of business and diplomacy. Globally, people use English for their social media accounts and other online activities, often alongside or in conjunction with their native tongues. We use it on campus for everything from casual conversations to participating in academic discourse. Through discussion and writing, this course investigates how we communicate in written English across cultural barriers, including the opportunities English provides for opening us to new experiences and the complications that arise when other cultures adopt a colonialist language as their own. 4 credits

MATH 198: Introduction to R for Non-Majors

Asynchronous
Badr Aloraini

This fully asynchronous online course introduces non-majors to the fundamentals of R, a statistical programming language widely used for data analysis and visualization. Students will learn to import, clean, organize, and summarize data; perform basic statistical analyses; and create clear, reproducible visualizations. The course also emphasizes developing reproducible workflows, interpreting R output, and writing simple scripts to solve real-world problems. No prior programming experience is required, though basic statistical knowledge is helpful. Through guided exercises, discussion posts, and short applied projects, students will build practical data skills and confidence in using R for decision-making across disciplines. 2 credits

MGMT 278: Jump Start Your Career Search in Business

Asynchronous
Leanna Lawter

This course will help students master the building blocks for a successful internship or job search. The course will cover self-presentation (resume and cover letter tactics and LinkedIn) researching industries and companies, networking, and the interview and selection process. Students who complete the course will have a strong understanding of the job search process and an action plan to conduct a successful job search. 4 credits

MGMT 298: Entrepreneurship Bootcamp

Asynchronous
Tammi Redd

This course is an intensive, short-term course designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to start and grow a business. The bootcamp will focus on providing practical experience in designing a business model canvas, conducting market research, and identifying funding strategies. Students will identify a business idea or concept and develop a competition-quality pitch to present virtually before a panel of local entrepreneurs, industry experts, and business professionals. By networking with and receiving feedback from peers and practicing entrepreneurs, students are given the opportunity to enhance their entrepreneurial mindset by developing valuable networking skills. Interested students will be encouraged to submit their final business pitch to a regional competition in the spring. 4 credits

MGMT 388: Business Internship for Credit

Asynchronous
C.C. Chapman

A business internship is an experiential learning opportunity where you can practice the skills and expertise you have acquired in your classes in a real-world environment. An internship for academic credit allows you to grow professionally and personally by using your internship as a platform for developing learning objectives and reflecting on how you have (or have not) accomplished those learning objectives. This course focuses on guiding your learning in your internship to promote reflection and further your understanding of how our liberal arts and business education are valuable tools in your future career. 4 credits

MUSC 208: Songwriting

Asynchronous
Del Case

An introduction to the processes, materials, and aesthetic issues involved in creating and analyzing songs within the post-1960 folk/singer-songwriter traditions. Coursework will include both creative and analytical assignments. The course will culminate in a public performance and the recording of a studio demo. Enrollment by permission of instructor. 4 credits

PH 298: Health Ethics in Film and Pop Culture

Asynchronous
Amanda Gray Rendón

Film and popular culture can inform, and misinform, controversial issues in health ethics. This course explores health ethics topics depicted in popular films and other pop culture media, including abortion, biomedical research, end-of-life care, euthanasia, genetics, public health, and the patient-healthcare provider relationship. In addition to popular box office films, we will explore various pop culture media including documentaries, sci-fi television shows, medical dramas, literature, and podcasts. 4 credits

REL 162: Perspectives on Death and Dying

Asynchronous
Laurie Cozad

Study of the grief process. Exploration of cross-cultural rituals surrounding death and speculation from various religions on immortality, resurrection and reincarnation. Investigation of end-of-life moral questions. 4 credits