HONORS PROGRAM
Honors Course Descriptions
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HON 131 Honors Seminar I. This course will explore (a) the scientific facts and theories related to the origin of the
universe, life and intelligence; (b) the variety of possible implications of those facts
and theories for humankind and human values. Credit 3.
HON 161 Integrated Science I: Physics, Geology and Geography. This course is designed to provide non-science major honor students with a
multi-disciplinary science experience that meets the baccalaureate lab-science
requirements. Specifically, this course will introduce students to basic concepts in the
fields of physics, geology and geography. This course must be taken concurrently
with GEL 113H. Credit 3.
HON 162 Integrated Science II: Chemistry and Biology. This course is designed to provide non-science major honor students with a
multi-disciplinary science experience that meets the baccalaureate lab-science
requirements. Specifically, this course will introduce students to basic concepts in
the fields of chemistry and biology. This course must be taken concurrently with CHM
115H. Credit 3.
HON 231 Honors Seminar II. This course will include (a) an analysis and description of the development of
humankind’s moral and social consciousness; (b) a description of the political,
economic and religious responses to humankind’s physical and social environment;
and (c) an emphasis, with discussion and analysis, on the future prospects of
humankind. Credit 3.
HON 275 Honors Seminar in the Fine Arts. An investigation into the theories, meanings, purposes and practical experiences of
the fine arts: dance, music, the visual arts, and theatre. It will include attendance at
dance and music concerts, theatre productions, and art exhibits. This course will be
team taught by professors from each of the four disciplines named. Spring semester
only. Credit 3.
HON 331 Honors Seminar III. This course is designed to deal with contemporary social, economic, political and
international issues. The course content will by necessity change every semester
that it is offered, but will provide important background information and perspective
on current debates and events. Credit 3.
HON 475 Special Topics in Honors. This course is designed to allow study by Honors students in specific areas not
covered by organized undergraduate courses. Instruction may be on a group or
individual basis; students will be supervised in their studies by an appropriate faculty
member(s). Credit 3.
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