Fall 2022 Honors College Course Catalog

Important Information:

March 15, 2022: Priority registration.

August 31, 2022: Classes begin.

September 7, 2022: Last day to drop or add classes.

Please note that the honors college dean does not receive course evaluation scores for any course that does not have the HNRS prefix and does not receive narrative comments for any course through the university's course evaluation system. We welcome and encourage your feedback on honors courses. All comments should be directed via email to Anthony Helms.

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Course Offerings:

ACTY 2110: Principles of Accounting II - HC

43902     TR     11:00 - 12:15 p.m.     2355 SCHDR     3 credit hours     William Kurtz
Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: ACTY 2100 with a grade of “C” or better.
*Note: This course satisfies WES Quantitative Literacy (QL).
A study of the role of accounting information in the planning and decision-making of business organizations. The course focuses on financial analysis, manufacturing cost flows, budgeting, and planning for short-term operating decisions and long-term financing and investing activities.

ADA 2250: Drug Use: Personal and Social Impact - HC

41609     T     2:00 - 4:30 p.m.    1035 CHHS      3 credit hours     Martha Golubski
*Note: This course satisfies General Education Area VIII: Health and Well-Being.
*Note: This course satisfies WES Personal Wellness (PW).
This course is designed to increase understanding of substance abuse, alcohol and other drug use through the public health disease model with an emphasis on psychological, physiological and social consequences of use and abuse. An overview of prevention, case finding and treatment strategies are provided.

A-S 1850: Introduction to Pre-Health Professions-HC 

43047  HYBRID/See schedule for specific meeting dates and times     2 credit hours     Megan Larson
*Note: This is a short course that only meets for the first seven weeks of the semester.
*Note: While it is intended for first-years, all new students are welcome to enroll in the class.
The goal of this seminar course is to introduce new Pre-Health Professions students to both the academic aspects of college (via Study Skills Seminars, etc) as well as the pathways towards fields in Healthcare (via panel discussions and a research project). This course prepares students to undertake and successfully manage the challenges and responsibilities of a Pre-Health Professions student. It is intended to (1) enhance students’ academic skills while focusing on engagement and a successful transition to the university setting; (2) focus on enhancing skills that pertain to college life; (3) focus on personal exploration; (4) help students begin to make decisions about their majors and careers, which can be intimidating choices for a first-year student.

BCM 1420: Intro to Business Communication-HC

43973     MW     11:00 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.     1140 SCHDR     3 credit hours     Marie Moreno
*Note: This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 1: Foundations - Writing category.
Development of the basic composition skills required of the competent writer in business and professions. Through continuing directed practice in writing, students develop competence in the organization and presentation of facts and information in writing. 

Three female honors college students making Ws with their fingers.

BLS 3050: Intro to Adults with Disabilities - HC

45759     W     6:00 - 8:50 p.m.     1073 CHHS     3 credit hours     James Leja
*Note: This course satisfies Gen Ed Area III: US Cultures and Issues
*Note: This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 3: Connections - Local & National Perspectives
*Note: Meets WES Diversity & Inclusion SLO
This course is intended to help students understand the impact of disability on the individual, in society, and to understand the contributions that can be made by persons with disabilities when they are accepted members of society. This course will present an overview of various disabilities, the services which have developed to help individuals function independently, and the capabilities of persons with disabilities. The student will gain an overview of medical aspects of disability, the demographics of disability, and issues relating to integration into society. The various components which make up independent functioning in our society will be examined as will the adjustment issues relating to disability.

BUS 1750: Business Enterprise - HC 

44797     TR     2:00 - 3:15 p.m.     1340 SCHDR     3 credit hours     Bret Wagner
Students will download a 75 minute video lecture each week that covers business theory and practice.
*Note: This course satisfies General Education Area V: Social and Behavioral Sciences. 
*Note: This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 1: Foundations – Oral and Digital Communications
This course introduces students to the development and value of business institutions in society. Students will examine the dynamics of business decision-making and demonstrate the ability to identify, define, and interpret essential business concepts. The relationships among business activities will be studied to determine their interactions with the economic, political, legal, global, and social environments.

BUS 2200: Intro to Global Business - HC

43058     MW     12:30 - 1:45 p.m.     1130 SCHDR     3 credit hours     Hu Xie
*Note: This course satisfies WES Societies and Culture (SC).
*Prerequisite: Sophomore standing.
An introduction to global business and its complex environment. Develop an understanding of relevant differences in the economic, sociopolitical, legal and ethical environment of global business. Realize how such differences can influence business functional operations such as production, marketing, management, information management, accounting and finance.

BUS 4500: Business Ethics and Sustainability - HC

44640     TR     9:30 - 10:45 a.m.     1235 SCHDR     3 credit hours     Timothy Palmer
*Prerequisites: (CIS 2700 or BUS 2700), FIN 3200, MGT 2500 and MKTG 2500.
*Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Leadership and Business Strategy.
This course seeks to develop students’ understanding of business ethics and sustainability. The goal is to provide students with an enhanced ability to recognize the ethical dimensions of business problems. Students will assess activities from different functional areas of business in the context of developing sustainable practices.

CHEM 1100: General Chemistry I - HC        

45065    MWF     12:00 - 12:50 p.m.     1120 CHEM     3 credit hours    Ekkehard Sinn
45067    MWF     11:00 - 11:50 a.m.     1260 CHEM     3 credit hours    David Huffman 
*Prerequisites: One year of high school chemistry; and one of the following: MATH 1110 or MATH 1180 or MATH 2000 (with a minimum grade of “C” or better in any prerequisite) or ACT minimum score 25 or SAT minimum score 560 or adequate performance on the MATH placement tool.
The theory and fundamental principles of chemistry are emphasized in this foundation course which serves primarily those who intend to enroll for more than two semesters of chemistry. Students well prepared may earn credit by taking an examination.

CHEM 1110: General Chemistry I Lab - HC    

40535     T     8:00 - 10:50 a.m.     2271 CHEM     1 credit hour     Staff
40537     T     2:00 - 4:50 p.m.       2271 CHEM     1 credit hour     Staff
43801     W    8:00 - 10:50 a.m.     2271 CHEM     1 credit hour     Staff
40536     W    2:00 - 4:50 p.m.       2271 CHEM     1 credit hour     Staff
40538     R     8:00 - 10:50 a.m.     2831 CHEM      1 credit hour     Staff
43802     R     2:00 - 4:50 p.m.       2271 CHEM     1 credit hour     Staff
*Note: In addition to the cost of a three-credit class, there is a Chemistry Class Fee $75.00 Flat Fee.
*Note: This section does not meet our standard 25 student cap, but is significantly smaller than non-honors sections.
This is the companion laboratory course to CHEM 1100. This course is also intended for students who completed a general chemistry course without laboratory at another institution.  

Cinderella Project volunteers holding up signs in front of a wall with paintings hung on it.

COM 1040: Public Speaking - HC

43758     TR     9:30 - 10:45 a.m.     2048 BROWN     3 credit hours     Jasmine Labine   
*Note: This course satisfies General Education Proficiency 4: Oral Communications.
*Note: This course satisfies WES Oral and Digital Communication (ODC).
Study of the application of principles of communication underlying effective oral presentations, with attention given to speaking in business, professional and public settings. Includes practice in preparing, presenting and evaluating speeches and other forms of oral presentations. This course may be offered in an accelerated format.

COM 1700: Interpersonal Communication-HC

45912     TR     2:00 - 3:15 p.m.     TBD     3 credit hours     Carmen Dyson
*Note: This course satisfies General Education Proficiency 4: Oral Communications.
*Note: This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 2: Exploration and Discovery – Personal Wellness Category.
An introductory course in communication theory and practice in which students utilize their powers of speech to increase their effectiveness in interpersonal relations through understanding of self and others. This course may be offered in an accelerated format.

ECON 2010: Principles of Microeconomics - HC

43186     TR     8:00 - 9:15 a.m.     1121 MOORE     3 credit hours     Michael Ryan
*Note: This course satisfies General Education Area V: Social and Behavioral Sciences.
*Note: This course satisfies WES Quantitative Literacy (QL).
An introduction to microeconomics, the study of the price system and resource allocation, problems of monopoly, and the role of government in regulating and supplementing the price system.

EDMM 1420: Engineering Graphics - HC

42660     T     12:30 - 3:20 p.m.     C0227 FLOYD     Slobodan Urdarevik
Essentials of engineering graphics including technical sketching, CAD applications, applied geometry, orthographic projection, section, dimensioning, tolerancing, threads and fasteners, weldments, detail and assembly drawing, charting and basic elements of descriptive geometry. All work is according to current ANSI drafting standards. Previous technical drawing is recommended.

ENGL 2660: Writing Fiction and Poetry - HC

45858     MW     5:00 - 6:40 p.m.     TBD     4 credit hours     Leslee Chan  
*Note: This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 2: Exploration and Discovery – Artistic Theory and Practice Category.
Study and practice in writing of fiction and poetry, intended to develop the student’s understanding of formal techniques and skill in the use of these techniques.

Garbage on a beach in New York.

ES 2800: Human Flourishing and the Pursuit of Happiness - HC

43822     TR     2:00 - 3:15 p.m.     3520 SANGN     3 credit hours     Dennis Metro-Roland     
*Note: This course satisfies General Education Area II: Humanities. May be repeated for credit.
*Note: This course satisfies WES Inquiry and Engagement (IE).
This course is designed to address the enduring question “What is Human Flourishing?” Drawing from philosophy, literature and the social sciences, we introduce students to conceptions, visions, and conditions of human flourishing, its changing nature across many periods of Western history, its manifold expressions in contemporary life, and its pursuit in the local community. This course is also an invitation to explore one’s own biases about what it is to flourish and achieve (or at least pursue) happiness.

FIN 3200: Business Finance - HC

40890     MW     9:30 - 10:45 a.m.     1345 SCHDR     3 credit hours     Onur Arugaslan 
Prerequisites: ACTY 2100 and (STAT 2160 or STAT 3660 or MATH 2160 or MATH 3660 or IME 2610), or equivalent.
Restrictions: Restricted to majors/minors across multiple departments. Please see advisor for specific program restrictions.
Presents a basis for understanding the financial management function of the business enterprise. Considers financial principles and techniques essential for planning and controlling profitability and liquidity of assets, planning capital structure and cost of capital, and utilizing financial instruments and institutions for capital raising.

GPS 1500: Intro to Graphic & Printing Sciences Lab - HC

45458     M     2:30 - 5:20 p.m.    C0220 FLOYD    0 credit hours     Lois Lemon
Lecture CRN is 45060 (4 credit hours, must be taken with lab)
*Note: This course satisfies General Education Area VI: Natural Science with Laboratory.
*Note: This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 2: Exploration and Discovery - Scientific Literacy with a Lab.
An introductory course describing the printing/imaging industry. Image Design, preparation, generation, photo imaging by photomechanical and desktop systems, proofing, presswork, and bindery. A comparison of all printing methods will be included. Learning environment enhance by hands-on experience.

GWS 3400: Race, Gender and Science-HC

44100     HYBRID/W 2:00 - 3:15 p.m. Sept. 21, Oct. 12, Oct. 26, Nov. 16, Dec. 7     2045 BROWN     3 credit hours     Bilinda Straight
*Note: This course satisfies General Education Area VII: Science and Technology
*Note: This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 2: Exploration and Discovery – Science and Technology Category.
*Note: Meets WES Diversity & Inclusion SLO
Using race and gender as analytical concepts, this course explores social dimensions of the natural sciences. Students examine how cultural values and biases inform scientific inquiry while gaining knowledge about the nature of science, the history of science, scientific policies, and media depiction of the sciences.

HIST 2020: World History to 1500 - HC

45908     MW     3:30 - 4:45 p.m.     4715 SANGN   3 credit hours     Bryan Machin
*Note: This course satisfies General Education Area IV: Other Cultures and Civilizations.
*Note: This course satisfies WES World Language and Culture (WLC).
*Note: Meets WES Diversity & Inclusion SLO
With the growing integration of different geographical areas into an interconnected economic system, the world we inhabit today is increasingly becoming a global village. To become a competent member of the world community requires a sufficient knowledge of not only its present but also of its past. This course will provide an opportunity to learn about the past of the world, with a geographical coverage that literally extends to the entire globe, and in a span of time that began with the prehistoric age and ended in the 1500s. The focus of the course is on the political, socioeconomic, and cultural experiences of humanity.

HNRS 2500: Politics of Genocide

41825   M     6:00 - 8:20 p.m.     1022 LHC     3 credit hours     Thomas Kostrzewa
*Note: This course satisfies General Education Area V: Social and Behavioral Sciences.
*Note: This course satisfies WES World Language and Culture (WLC)
While the use of the term genocide is relatively recent, the act of genocide is very old. The purpose of this course is to broaden the discussion of genocide beyond its usual association with World War II and the Jewish Holocaust and systematically examine the relationship between nationalism, political power, and the dehumanization of certain groups that has led to genocide in the past and sustains genocide in the present. Cases discussed in the course will include, but are not limited to, Armenia, Tibet, Rwanda, South Africa, The United States, Indonesia, Kurdistan, Congo, Cambodia, Ukraine, and the Balkans.

HNRS 3202: Modernism in Art & Literature

43041    MW     12:30 - 1:45 p.m.     1004 RCVA     3 credit hours      Jeffrey Abshear
*Note: This course satisfies General Education Area II: Humanities.
*Note: This course satisfies WES Artistic Theory and Practice (ATP).
The early 20th century was a rich period of innovation in art and literature. Thanks to the efforts of artists and writers including Pablo Picasso, Marcel Duchamp, Ernest Hemingway, and D.H. Lawrence, our conception of art and culture was transformed. In this class we will read novels and short stories, and study paintings and sculptures, by these and other important figures of this revolutionary period. We will examine artistic movements including Cubism, Futurism, and Surrealism and discuss the ways in which the artists and writers interacted with one another and were affected by historical events. This is a class for students interested in art, who like to read, and want to discover more about the artistic developments of Modernism.

A group of honors students in front of the Charles Wright Museum.

 

 

 

 

 

HNRS 3203: Utopian & Dystopian Fiction

43068     MW     10:00 - 11:15 a.m.     1022 LHC     3 credit hours       Becky Cooper
*Note: This course satisfies General Education Area II: Humanities.
*Note: This course satisfies WES Societies and Culture (SC).
At least since Thomas More’s celebrated work the idea of a utopia simultaneously conjures up two distinct meanings: first, as an imaginative idea of an idealized community in which humankind, having seemingly attained sufficient mastery or even perfection, seeks to create a rational, equitable, and just society offering genuine human fellowship and solidarity; and second, as an utter impossibility, as “no place,” for as the “good place,” the imaginative ideal seeking the common good, is yet to be realized, and perhaps is inherently unattainable, utopia is simultaneously “nowhere.” Over time, these twin meanings of utopia, meanings purposefully, ironically, and artistically joined in More’s book, separate into two distinct and immensely popular traditions: the utopian novel, culminating in 19th century works such as Edward Bellamy’s Looking Backward and carried forward into the next century by Charlotte Perkins Gilman’s Herland, and the dystopian novel, prefigured by Dostoevsky’s Notes from Underground and The Legend of the Grand Inquisitor(found in The Brothers Karamazov) and most famously expressed in novels by Zamyatin, Huxley, and Orwell. Whatever qualities of scientific invention, fantasy, and imagination are present in our readings, we find that the utopian imagination expresses very real and human desires that arise from a given author’s discontents with his or her historical circumstances. We will trace the development of utopian desire giving way to dystopian discontent through a chronological reading of our novels and selected films, taking pains to grasp each work within both its historical and literary context as well as its ongoing relevance to our contemporary lives. The course seeks to foster enhanced critical thinking, reading, and interpretive skills as well as to provide students with the opportunity to improve in the conception, writing, and revision of their critical essays.

HNRS 3301: Jazz, Blues, & the Harlem Renaissance   

43454     MW     2:00 - 3:15 p.m.     1024 LHC     3 credit hours     Elizabeth Cowan
*Note: This course satisfies General Education Area III: United States: Culture and Issues.
*Note: This course satisfies WES Local and National Perspectives (LNP).
“Jazz, Blues, and the Harlem Renaissance” seeks to reevaluate the cultural significance and meaning of the Jazz Age through the intensive study of the major literary and musical artists, critics, and philosophers embodied in the creative energies found within the “New Negro” movement. By placing special emphasis on the literary achievements of authors such as Langston Hughes, Jean Toomer, Nella Larsen, and Zora Neale Hurston, as well as the emergence and dissemination of jazz and blues between 1920-1950 (from Bessie Smith, Louis Armstrong, Billie Holiday, and Duke Ellington through Charlie Parker and Thelonious Monk) we discover a different yet crucial expression of the very experience and rhythm of modernity and a striking counterpoint to the “Waste Land” of T.S. Eliot. We will also focus on how the era sought to challenge America’s “strange fruit,” its fundamental perceptions and contradictions on race, class, and artistry embedded within its culture and identity from the era of slavery to the present in works that celebrate the nation’s intrinsic individualism, freedom, and multiculturalism.

HNRS 4101: Introduction to World Cinema        

45086     T     6:00 - 8:20 p.m.     1025 Brown     3 credit hours     Monty Ernst
*Note: This course satisfies General Education Area I: Fine Arts
*Note: This course satisfies WES Global Perspectives (GP).
The course objective is to provide an overview of World Cinema and the interrelationships between National Cinemas. Though particular attention will be given to the Cinemas of Europe, students will also be introduced to Cinemas of Japan, China, India, Africa, Middle East, South America, and others. Each session will include a short introduction to the material and a screening of a film. General areas covered include the history of individual National Cinemas, the variety of different film movements, and the influence of these movements on American films. Coursework includes several small projects involving viewing films outside of class, a major final paper/presentation, and two exams.

HNRS 4300: Native Peoples and Colonialism

44775     MW     12:00 - 1:15 p.m.     1022 LHC     3 credit hours     Marcela Mendoza
*Note: This is the correct course description. The University catalog has the incorrect course description and unfortunately cannot be corrected at this time. If you have questions about this course, please contact your honors college advisor.
*Note: This course satisfies the requirements of General Education Area III: United States: Culture and Issues
*Note: This course satisfies WES  Local and National Perspectives Category.
*Note: Meets WES Diversity & Inclusion SLO
With little-known stories from Natives Peoples' point of view about the often-contentious encounters between Natives Peoples and settlers of the American West, this seminar will challenge our understanding of the newcomers’ acquisition of land during the period of nation-building. We will discuss how historical models to interpret evidence from the past may influence  our interpretation of the current situation of Native Peoples, and the other way around, how the present may influence our perception of the past.

HNRS 4980: How and Why to Write an Undergraduate Thesis    

42882     ONLINE     1 credit hour     Beth Beaudin-Seiler                   
43026     ONLINE     1 credit hour     Beth Beaudin-Seiler     
43027     ONLINE     1 credit hour     Kerrie Harvey
43111     ONLINE     1 credit hour     Jennifer Townsend
This online course covers all aspects of preparing and completing an honors thesis. Included are modules on identifying a thesis topic, conducting a literature review, citing sources, finding a thesis committee, structuring the thesis, and defending the thesis.

An honors college graduate being corded by his friend.

HOL 2801: Health and Well Being – HC

42186     T     4:00 - 6:30 p.m.     1014 LHC     3 credit hours     Amy Geib
*Note: This course satisfies General Education Area VIII: Health and Well-Being.
*Note: This course satisfies WES Personal Wellness (PW).
This course is designed to provide information on the multiple dimensions of health and well-being. This course is designed to promote greater awareness, understanding and ownership of the multiple dimensions of health and well-being. This course provides students with a holistic approach to understanding self and community through a health focus. Through dialog, experiential activities, service-learning and reflection, students explore theory and practice in the following areas: culture, research, and self-care; and well-being encompassing mental, emotional, physical, spiritual, environmental, social, and vocational health. As a Service Learning course it requires a minimum of 15 hours of service with a course-relevant community partner, which will count toward the Lee Honors College service requirement.

HSV 2250: Lifespan Development-HC                       

44497     TR     11:00 - 12:15 p.m.     2010 CHHS      3 credit hours     Laura Ford
*Note: This course satisfies General Education Area V: Social and Behavioral Sciences.
*Note: This course satisfies WES Inquiry and Engagement (IE).
A study of physical, mental, emotional, and social patterns of growth, development, and aging. Aspects to be given special emphasis for the health student will be motor development, physiology of aging, growth patterns, and functional development in any of the above aspects.

IEE 1020: Technical Communications-HC             

42668     MW     5:30 - 6:20 p.m.     D0208 FLOYD     3 credit hours      Dana Butt
42676     TR      4:00 - 5:45 p.m.      D0206 FLOYD     3 credit hours     Troy Place
42671     TR     1:00 - 2:15 p.m.       G0113 FLOYD     3 credit hours      Laurel Palmer
42672     TR     12:30 - 1:45 p.m.      C0141 FLOYD     3 credit hours     Laurel Palmer
*Note: This course satisfies WES Writing (WR)
It is essential that engineering and technology students write effectively. Technical writing presents facts using language that even non-technical audiences can understand. In this class students choose topics related to their individual field of study/interest. Principles of objective presentation of factual material in written, oral, and electronic communication, with emphasis on the research process. Content, format, and mechanics, as well as a clear, concise style are important components of individual and collaborative assignments.

MATH 1220: Calculus I-HC                 

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*Note: In addition to the cost of a three credit class, there is a Mathematics Class Fee $15.00 Flat Fee
*Note: This course satisfies WES Quantitative Literacy (QL).
*Prerequisite: MATH 1180 Min grade=C or ACT Math Test Score at least 27 or SAT Mathematics Test Score at least 610.
The first of a two-semester sequence in differential and integral calculus. Functions, limits, continuity, techniques and applications of differentiation, integration, trigonometric, logarithmic and exponential functions.

Three female students holding a Scrabble tropy.

MATH 1700: Calculus I Science & Engineering-HC   

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*Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: MATH 1180 or by placement into the course. Placement may be determined by completing at least 3 1/2 years of college preparatory mathematics, including trigonometry, by ACT/SAT scores and/or by a Department of Mathematics placement mechanism.
*Note: Students who take more than one of MATH 1220, 1700, or 2000 will receive only 4 hours of credit toward graduation. This course satisfies General Education Proficiency 4: Mathematics or Quantitative Reasoning.
*Note: This course satisfies WES Quantitative Literacy (QL).
The first of a two-semester sequence in differential and integral calculus which emphasizes applications and preparation for science and engineering (particularly physics). Vectors, functions, limits, continuity, techniques of differentiation, integration, and trigonometric, logarithmic and exponential functions.   A graphing calculator is required.  See the Mathematics Department web pages for the current list of required or recommended models.

MGMT 2500: Organizational Behavior-HC

44648     TR     11:00 – 12:15 p.m.    1120 Schneider     3 credit hours     Chen Wang
* Prerequisite: BUS 1750
* Restrictions: This course is restricted to majors/minors across multiple departments. Please see advisor for specific program restrictions.
* Restricted to majors/minors across multiple departments. Please see advisor for specific program restrictions.
This course provides an examination of individual, interpersonal, group, and organization processes faced by employees. Current theory, research, and practice regarding variables that influence human behavior are discussed. Emphasis is placed on learning relevant to goal setting, managing change, team processes, reward structures, human productivity, and career management in organization settings.

MKTG 2500: Marketing Principles-HC          

44678     HYBRID/See schedule for specific meeting dates and times     3 credit hours     Karen Lancendorfer
*The following classes are restricted from taking this course: Freshman
*Restriction: This course is restricted to certain majors. Please see the course listing online for a complete list.
Introduction to the role of marketing in the U.S. and global economy. Emphasis on how organizations create customer value through marketing strategy planning. Topics include buyer behavior, market segmentation, product planning, service quality, promotion, pricing, and managing channel relationships.

PHIL 2000: Intro to Philosophy-HC

45890     TR     2:00 - 3:40 p.m.     1014 LHC     4 credit hours     David Paul     
*Note: This course satisfies General Education Area II: Humanities.
*Note: This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 1: Foundations – Inquiry and Engagement: Critical Thinking in the Arts and Humanities Category.
An introduction to the nature of philosophy by a consideration of major types of philosophical questions, such as the principles of rational belief, the existence of God, what is the good life, the nature of knowledge, the problem of truth and verification. Selected texts from representative philosophers are used to define the questions and to present typical answers.

PHIL 3140: Seeing Things Differently - HC

43828    MW     12:00 - 1:15 p.m.     1014 LHC     3 credit hours     Jennifer Townsend
*Note: This course satisfies General Education Area II: Humanities.
*Note: This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 2: Exploration and Discovery – Societies and Cultures Category.
Does the world seem more divided than ever? Have you ever wondered what it is that divides us? This course proposes to prepare students to go forth with a willingness to hear and understand where others are coming from, while also gaining a better understanding of their own views, all toward the goal of helping to bridge the cultural and political divide. We don’t have to agree with each other, but we do need to understand each other. “Beliefs matter because people act on their beliefs – whether those beliefs are true or not …” (Boghossian & Lindsay, 2019). By the end of this course, students will be on their way to becoming leaders in uniting us all.

PHIL 3340: Biomedical Ethics - HC

44139     MW     10:00 - 11:40 a.m.     1014 LHC     4 credit hours     David Paul
*Note: This course satisfies General Education Area VII: Natural Science and Technology: Applications and Implications.
*Note: This course satisfies WES Science and Technology (ST).
In this course, the ethical principles (respect for autonomy, non maleficence, beneficence justice) and other ethical concerns (e.g. privacy, confidentiality, compassion, relationships among patients and professionals) are studied and applied to contemporary problems in medicine and biomedical research. These problems include genetic testing and therapy; organ transplantation; decision-making regarding treatment and care at the end of life; research involving human subjects; and treatment issues in the AIDS epidemic. Case study methods are used.

PSCI 2000: National Government-HC

44406     MW     3:30 - 4:45 p.m.     3130 SANGN     3 credit hours     Karl Hokenmaier   
*Note: This course satisfies General Education Area III: The United States: Cultures and Issues.
*Note: This course satisfies WES Inquiry and Engagement (IE).
An introductory survey of American national government. This course introduces the basic principles and theories of American government, explores the political process, describes the structure, and illustrates its functions. Consideration is given to the relationships of government to the ethnic, religious, and cultural diversity of the American society.

A group of student volunteers standing in front of Gibbs house holding vegetables harvested from the garden.

PSY 1000: General Psychology-HC    

44133     Fully Synchronous Online/TR 12:30 - 1:45 p.m.     3 credit hours     Gary Bartlett   
*Note: This course satisfies Gen Ed Area V: Social and Behavioral Sciences
*Note: This course satisfies WES Science and Technology (ST).
This course is a general introduction to the study of behavior. The reading materials and coursework provide a framework for answering the question: “Why do humans (and other animals) behave as they do?” The course consists of approximately 30 units of study covering the approach to, finding of, and research methods of the science known as behavior analysis. Throughout these units students will develop an understanding of behavior by applying the concepts and principles covered in the course materials to a variety of situations in the lives of themselves and people in general. Students will participate in class discussion, complete relevant conceptual worksheets, and take regular/daily unit exams.

PSY 1400: Introduction to Behavior Analysis-HC     

42014     MW     10:00 - 11:40 a.m.     3510 SANGN     4 credit hours     Sacha Pence
*Note: This course satisfies WES Science and Technology (ST).
Provides the foundation for many of the other courses in the Psychology major, by introducing students to the principles of conditioning and learning, and behavior analysis concepts that can be applied to clinical, counseling, school, experimental, child, sports, community, and industrial psychology, as well as autism, psychoses, anorexia, phobia, ethics, religion, gender, procrastination, sexual behavior, drug use, speech pathology, developmental disabilities, social work, special education, behavioral medicine, animal training, juvenile corrections, and everyday life.

PSY 1600: Child Psychology-HC

45040     TR     12:30 - 1:45 p.m.     2708 WOOD     3 credit hours     Scott Gaynor
*Prerequisite: PSY 1000 with a grade of “C” or better.
An introduction to behavior principles in the analysis of complex behavior with an emphasis upon early childhood learning and the techniques for enhancing children’s development. Topics include mental retardation, behavioral problems in childhood, emotional development and language learning.

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REL 3145: Cults, Sects, and New Religions-HC

45479     TR     10:00 - 11:40 a.m.     1115 MOORE     3 credit hours     Brian Wilson
*Note: This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 2: Exploration and Discovery – Societies and Cultures Category. 
New Religious Movements (NRMs), also known as “cults and sects,” are those religious movements such as Mormonism and Jehovah’s Witness that have arisen during the modern period (roughly from the 18th century on). This course will explore a wide range of NRMs in order to ask the question, in what ways do NRMs reflect modern themes and concerns? The course will begin with a discussion of theories of modernity and the sociology of NRMs, and then apply these theories to detailed case studies of particular NRMs, specifically within the context of the United States. The course will also explore the challenges NRMs pose as the United States becomes increasingly religious diverse.

STAT 2160: Business Statistics - HC

41045     MWF     10:00 - 10:50 a.m.     3520 SANGN     3 credit hours     Nichole Andrews   
*Prerequisite: MATH 1160 or MATH 1180 or MATH 1220 or MATH 1230 or MATH 2000; with a grade of “C” or better.
*Note: This course satisfies General Education Proficiency 4: Mathematics or Quantitative Reasoning.
*Note: This course satisfies WES Science and Technology (ST).
An applications-oriented study of statistical concepts and techniques. The course focuses on the student as a user of statistics who needs a minimal understanding of mathematical theory and formula derivation. Major topics of study are statistical description, central tendency, dispersion, distributional shapes, sampling, confidence levels, probability, comparison tests, association tests, and regression analysis. The objectives of the course are to develop the skill to apply these concepts in conjunction with computer usage and make appropriate decisions regarding actual business problems. All STAT 2160 students are expected to take the final exam on the assigned mass exam day.

STAT 3660: Data Analysis for Biosciences-HC

43549     ONLINE     4 credit hours     Carrie McKean
*Note: This course satisfies General Education Proficiency 3: College-Level Mathematics or Quantitative Reasoning.
*Note: This course satisfies WES Science and Technology (ST).
*Prerequisite: MATH 1100 or MATH 1110 with a grade of “C” or better; or the equivalent or satisfactory score on the departmental placement exam.
An introduction to statistics for students in the biological and related sciences with an emphasis on the basic concepts and explanations of why things work. The focus is on quantitative reasoning and statistical thinking for making decisions and conjectures. This numerical art will be illustrated with a wide range of interesting problems. Topics include descriptive statistics like means, medians, standard deviation, percentiles; correlation and regression - interpretation and prediction problems; the normal and binomial distributions; law of averages; sampling variability and standard errors; inferential statistics to -confidence intervals and tests of hypotheses for one- and two-sample problems.

THEA 1000: Introduction to Theatre - HC

45863     MW     11:00 - 12:15 p.m.     1024 LHC     3 credit hours     Katherine Doerr
*Note: This course satisfies Gen Ed Area I: Fine Arts
*Note: This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 1: Foundations – Inquiry and Engagement: Critical Thinking in the Arts and Humanities Category. 
Students will explore theatre's impact on contemporary culture, learn how theatre works, and discover why theatre matters. Students WILL attend theatre performances and have opportunities to participate in University Theatre. 

Experiential Credits

ED 4700: Intern Teaching: Early Childhood              

Various     Varies     5 credit hours     Staff
*Note: In addition to the cost of a five credit class, there is a Student Liability-Education $5.00 Flat Fee
*Restriction: This course is restricted to the following major(s): Early Childhood Prof Educ (ECEJ); Early Childhood Education (ECEM); Early Childhood (ECEN); Early Childhood & Elem Educ (EEEN)
Only for seniors who have been admitted to teacher education. This internship is required a semester or session prior to the full semester internship. This experience consists of five half-days per week in a fall or spring semester or five full days per week in a summer session in a pre-kindergarten program. Students will synthesize the knowledge, apply the understandings, and practice the skills which they acquired during University course work. They will participate in all phases of the school program where they are assigned. To be undertaken concurrently with ED 4090.

ED 4710: Intern Teaching: Elem/Mid School

Various     Varies     4 credit hours     Staff
*Note: In addition to the cost of a four credit class, there is a Student Liability-Education $5.00 Flat Fee
*Restriction: This course is restricted to certain majors. Please see the course listing online for a complete list.
*Prerequisites: All other courses and program requirements must be completed prior to Intern Teaching.
*Note: All sections count for honors college credit.
This course is only for seniors who have been admitted to teacher education and have completed all of their professional studies courses. This will be the final field experience consisting of five days per week in an educational setting. Students will synthesize the knowledge, apply the understandings, and practice the skills which they acquired during their University course work. They will participate in all phases of the school program where they are assigned. To be taken concurrently with ED 4100. Prerequisites: All other courses and program requirements must be completed prior to Intern Teaching.

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ED 4750: Intern Teaching: Mid/Sec School

Various     Varies     5 credit hours     Staff
*Note: In addition to the cost of a five credit class, there is a Student Liability-Education $5.00 Flat Fee
*Restriction: This course is restricted to certain majors. Please see the course listing online for a complete list.
*Note: All sections count for honors college credit.
Students devote a minimum of five days per week for one semester to intern teaching. They are expected to have experience in both the curricular and extra-curricular programs of the school in which they teach.

ENGR 2980: Cooperative Education

Arranged     3 credit hours
*The following classes are restricted from taking this course: Freshman.
A parallel cooperative education program or internship; involves part-time planned and supervised work experience related to a student's major during a semester. A written report of the student's work activities will be required.

ENGR 2990: Cooperative Education

Arranged     3 credit hours
*The following classes are restricted from taking this course: Freshman, Sophomore.
A parallel cooperative education program or internship; involves part-time planned and supervised work experience related to a student's major during a semester. A written report of the student's work activities will be required.

ENGR 3980: Cooperative Education

Arranged     3 credit hours
*The following classes are restricted from taking this course: Freshman, Sophomore.
A parallel cooperative education program or internship; involves part-time planned and supervised work experience related to a student's major during a semester. A written report of the student's work activities will be required.

ENGR 3990: Cooperative Education

Arranged     3 credit hours
*The following classes are restricted from taking this course: Freshman, Sophomore.
A parallel cooperative education program or internship; involves part-time planned and supervised work experience related to a student's major during a semester. A written report of the student's work activities will be required.

HNRS 3990: Field Experience Practicum

Various     Varies     Variable credit hours           
**For course registration, complete the Agreement Form.

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HNRS 4950: Individual Study

Variable credit hours
**For course registration, complete the Agreement Form.

HNRS 4990: Honors College Thesis

Variable credit hours
**For course registration, complete the Registration Form.

Other Ways to Earn Honors Credit

In addition to the courses listed above, there are many other ways to earn honors credit. Please see below for options according to whether you have a course requirement (joined the honors college prior to the 2014-15 academic year) or credit hour requirement (joined honors college fall 2014 or after). If you are unsure about your specific requirements, please refer to your original requirements letter.

Course Requirement - The following options may count for ONE (1) honors course

  • One field experience or independent study. Visit the the website for more information.
  • Two semesters of a foreign language or American Sign Language. Courses must be taken at WMU after you become a member of the honors college.
  • Two semesters of a music ensemble, dance performance or theatre practicum resulting in academic credit on your transcript.
  • Any study abroad experience that results in academic credit on your transcript.

Credit hour requirement - Up to half of your honors course credit requirement may be satisfied with the options listed below. Students receive experiential honors credits via an approved internship/field experience or independent study for honors credits. Please note that to receive credit for internship/field experience or independent study, the appropriate approval form must be submitted PRIOR to initiation of the experience. It is possible to receive honors credit for more than one field experience or independent study with prior approval by the honors college dean or associate dean. Approval will only be granted if the experiences are substantially different.

  • Independent study, field experience, co-op, internships and clinicals that result in academic credit on your transcript.
  • Four honors credits will be given for two semesters of the same foreign language. May be repeated for additional honors credit for additional foreign language(s). However, no additional honors credit will be given if a student takes more than two semesters of the same language.
  • Honors credit may be awarded for approved non-honors experiential courses in dance, music or theater as well as for participation in a varsity sports course. Up to three credits may be counted toward honors credit hour requirements and these may be accrued by repeating a course, or by taking multiple approved courses. Please see an honors college advisor for details.
  • Study abroad credits appearing on a student's WMU transcript, whether for a WMU course or a course run through another institution, will be counted as honors credit, up to a limit of 3 credits per semester. Multiple study abroad experiences may count for additional honors credit with honors college advisor, associate dean or dean approval.