Professor: Dr. José Medrano, Associate Professor, World Languages & Cultural Studies (Spanish)

(Course offered in English)

Course outcomes

1. Students will develop a deep understanding of Spanish history, culture, and heritage through the exploration of castles, fairytales, and museums.
2. Students will acquire analytical and critical thinking skills by examining the historical significance of castles and their role in shaping Spain's past.
3. Students will appreciate the connections between Spanish folklore, fairytales, and historical events, gaining insights into the cultural narratives that have shaped the country.
4. Through guided visits to museums, students will enhance their research and presentation skills, culminating in the creation of a comprehensive project or essay.

3 Credits

Course fulfills the Diversity and Literature and the Visual and Performing Arts requirements.

Professor: Dr. James Pientka, Associate Professor of Physics & Department Chair

Course outcomes

1. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of celestial objects beyond our solar system, including stars, nebulae, galaxies, quasars, pulsars, and black holes.
2. Students will learn various models of the universe's origin. evolution and structure, enabling them to evaluate competing theories about the cosmos.
3. Through hands-on experiences and observations, students will develop practical skills in modern observing techniques and astrophysical data analysis.
4. Students will enhance their scientific literacy, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities, which can be applied to various fields of astronomy and astrophysics

4 Credits

Course fulfills the Natural Science requirement.

Professor: Dr. Gregory Privitera, Professor of Psychology

An advanced course in the social and applied science areas of psychology; coverage of these two areas focuses on understanding the social determinants underlying health disparities in the United States and internationally. Mental health, public health policy and history are also introduced.

3 credits

Prerequisite(s): PSYC-101