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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.
Information on Experiential Credit
COURSE OFFERINGS:
ACTY 2100: Introduction to Financial Accounting and Analysis-HC
TBD 3 credit hours Staff
*This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 1: Foundations – Quantitative Literacy Category.
This is an introductory course in accounting, which includes an examination of the recording and reporting of business transactions, and the measurement of business income, assets, liabilities and equities. Emphasis is placed on financial reporting for decision-makers outside the organization, while incorporating experiential learning.
ACTY 2110: Introduction to Managerial Accounting and Strategic Decision Making-HC
TBD Staff
*Prerequisite: ACTY 2100 with a grade of “C” or better.
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 through experiential learning.
ANTH 1500: Human Biocultural Diversity-HC
14914 Asynchronous Online 3 credit hours Staff
*This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 2: Exploration and Discovery – Science and Technology Category.
*This course also meets the Diversity and Inclusion student learning outcome.
This course is a broad survey of the anthropological study of human biological variation in modern populations. We will examine from a biocultural perspective how human populations have evolved and adapted to life in diverse environments (e.g., tropics, high altitude, arctic). We will explore the biological and social meanings of human racial variation, as well as the historical development of race in modern societies.
ART 3330: Pottery for the People-HC
13714 MW 11:00 - 12:50 p.m. K1003 SKHRM 3 credit hours Staff
*This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level III: Connections – Global Perspectives Category.
A hands-on learning course investigating clay construction of pottery, sculptures and tile. Through diverse global traditions, students will explore techniques in form and finish along with experimental firing.
BCM 1420: Introduction to Business Communication-HC
14165 MW 11:00 - 12:15 p.m. 1125 SCHDR 3 credit hours Staff
*This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 1: Foundations - Writing category.
This course is designed to introduce students to the complexities of oral and written communication in business through class-based and experiential learning activities. Utilizing existing and emerging technologies, this writing intensive course provides skill development in audience analysis and develops effective communication strategies in business contexts through standard grammar, mechanics, punctuation, and document formatting.
BCM 3700: Professional Business Communication-HC
11622 MW 12:30 - 1:45 p.m. 1330 SCHDR 3 credit hours Staff
*Restricted to majors/minors across multiple departments. Please see advisor for specific program restrictions.
*Prerequisites: Junior standing
This course is designed to expand students’ understanding of the complexities of integrating written, oral, visual, and electronic modes of communication in business through class-based and experiential activities. Individual and team projects provide practical experience in developing appropriate communication strategies in a variety of personal and professional contexts that reflects upon students’ ability to analyze an audience, adapt to the audience, and send messages that achieve business goals.
BLS 3050: Intro to Adults with Disabilities - HC
13760 Partially Synchronous Online - R 10:00 - 12:30 p.m. 3 credit hours Staff
*This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 3: Connections - Local & National Perspectives.
*This course also meets the Diversity and Inclusion student learning outcome.
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: Applying Business Fundamentals-HC
11570 MW 11:00 - 12:15 a.m. 1335 SCHDR 3 credit hours Staff
*This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 1: Foundations - Oral and Digital Communications Category.
In this course, students are first introduced to a brief history of for-profit business enterprises in market economies. Then, essential business functions are discussed and how, when properly integrated, these functions work together to provide customer value and generate profits. Students are familiarized with conceptual and quantitative business models. They will use these models to resolve business problems and evaluate market opportunities through experiential teaching methods, including classroom discussions, interactive assignments, group tasks, and reflection exercises. Students will further experience dynamic decision-making and demonstrate the ability to identify, define, interpret, and react to market factors by using an integrative business simulation. The simulation provides a hands-on experience in the use of information systems in business management and leadership in a small group setting.
CHEM 1120: General Chemistry II-HC
11424 TR 3:30 - 4:45 p.m. 1260 CHEM 3 credit hours Staff
*Prerequisites: CHEM 1100 and CHEM 1110 (with a minimum grade of “C” or better in all prerequisites); and CHEM 1130 with a minimum grade of “C” or better (may be taken concurrently).
*This section does not meet our standard 25 student cap.
The properties of a number of the more representative elements and the compounds which they form are studied. Chemical relationships in the periodic table, electrochemistry, and the equilibrium principle are also treated.
CHEM 1130: General Chemistry II Lab-HC
10434 W 2:00 - 4:50 p.m. 1831 CHEM 1 credit hour Staff
10439 R 8:00 - 10:50 a.m. 1871 CHEM 1 credit hour Staff
10432 W 8:00 - 10:50 a.m. 1871 CHEM 1 credit hour Staff
*Prerequisites: CHEM 1100 and CHEM 1110 (with a minimum grade of “C” or better in any prerequisites); and CHEM 1120 with a minimum grade of “C” or better (may be taken concurrently).
CIS 2500: Data Analytics for Business-HC
13664 TR 11:00 - 12:15 p.m. 1130 SCHDR 3 credit hours Staff
*Prerequisite: MATH 1160 or equivalent
*This course meets satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 2: Exploration and Discovery - Science and Technology Course Category.
Data analytics is a versatile discipline that has revolutionized the various fields of social sciences fields such as management, business, psychology, political sciences and etc. This course introduces students to data analysis principles, methods, and tools that are used in social science disciplines. Students will be introduced to various types of analytics’ tools and techniques used to solve societal problems. Data types, databases, and data visualization techniques are introduced in this course. Students also learn data analytics foundations from the perspective of social sciences scenarios and demonstrate how to apply their knowledge and skills they learn in this course to support data driven, comprehensive, reason and evidence-based conclusions. To understand data analytics applications in social science, students work on various cases in social science contexts such as business, management, and organizational psychology (e.g., consumer behavior, organizational behavior, …).
CIS 2700: Information Technology Foundations for Modern Business-HC
11657 TR 3:30 - 4:45 p.m. 1155 SCHDR 3 credit hours Staff
*Note: Restricted to majors/minors across multiple departments. Please see advisor for specific program restrictions.
*Prerequisites: (CIS 1020 or CIS 1100 or CS 1000 or CS 1050 or FCS 2250 or MUS 3860 or HPHE 1490) and (BCM 1420 or ENGL 1050 or IEE 1020); sophomore class standing required.
This course introduces the fundamentals of information-communication literacy, system literacy, and business information systems. An information system is an organizational and sociotechnical system which incorporates technology, people and processes for automation, collection, storage, and distribution of information. Information-communication literacy, a learning skill needed by information age learners, allow successful individuals to think critically, analyze data to extract new information, apply knowledge and skills to new situations, communicate, collaborate, solve problems by making effective decisions. This course emphasizes the role of Information Technology (IT) in improving contemporary business processes and competitive advantage. The critical role of IT in organizational change, business transformation, IT culture, alignment of information systems with business strategy are frequently emphasized. Students learn the concepts of Digital Business Model, E-Commerce, Mobile Commerce, Data Analytics, and Social Medias. They delve into the concepts of technology innovation, disruption and maturation. Students are introduced to the application of cutting-edge technology in functional business areas. Essential topics such as cybersecurity and risk management, IT ethics, privacy, and sustainability, business intelligence and Google Analytics are also presented and discussed. Through experiential activities such as team and individual class projects as well as real world business cases, students understand the complexity of business enterprises and go through the practical application of IT in modern business.
COM 1040: Public Speaking-HC
11300 MW 2:00 - 3:15 p.m. 1048 BROWN 3 credit hours Staff
*This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 1: Foundations - Oral and Digital Communication Category.
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.
COM 1700: Interpersonal Communication-HC
13046 TR 5:00 - 6:15 p.m. 3010 BROWN 3 credit hours Staff
*This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 2: Exploration and Discover - 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.
ENGL 1050: Foundations in Written Communication: Strategies, Behaviors, Success-HC
10503 TR 11:00 - 12:15 p.m. 3402 DUNBR 3 credit hours Staff
*Restrictions: The following pre-programs are excluded from enrolling: Pre-Engineering and Pre-Aviation Flight Science.
*Prerequisite: Satisfactory ACT English score, or placement essay, or ENGL 1000.
*This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 1: Foundations - Writing Category.
A foundational writing course offering students practice and guidance in the strategies and behaviors that contribute to success in written communication and information literacy. Emphasis on the production, reception, and revision of writing for varied audiences, situations, and information needs.
ENGL 1060: Writing, Research, and Inquiry-HC
13354 TR 11:00 - 12:15 p.m. 2429 DUNBR 3 credit hours Staff
*Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: ENGL 1050
An inquiry-based course offering writing instruction to help you participate in the creation and circulation of disciplinary knowledge. Emphasis on applying theories of rhetoric, argumentation, and genre to situated writing tasks for the purpose of accommodation, awareness, and action.
ENGR 2100 - First-Year CEAS Experience-HC
13710 MWF 12:00 - 12:50 p.m. 1710 SANGN 3 credit hours Staff
*This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 2: Exploration and Discovery – Personal Wellness category.
Designed for first-year CEAS (College of Engineering & Applied Science) students, ENGR 2100 is structured as an interactive seminar. The concepts of the course focus on several areas, including 1) supporting and assisting students during the adjustment and transitional phase into WMU, 2) helping students develop an understanding of the fields of engineering and applied sciences and the academic rigor/expectations that will be required of all CEAS students, 3) assisting students in making meaningful, supportive connections with faculty, staff and their peers that will develop a strong foundation which leads toward persistence, academic success, and graduation, 4) assisting students in becoming a “master student” by exposing them to learning and study techniques, and 5) helping students understand the eight dimensions of wellness and to create a personal wellness plan.
FCS 3150: Global Ecology of the Family-HC
14437 Asynchronous Online 3 credit hours Staff
*This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 3: Connections - Global Perspectives Category.
*This course also meets the Diversity and Inclusion student learning outcome.
Study of families in the global environment, using social construction theory on the shared assumptions on how human society and cultures are viewed. The course includes an examination of the following factors and influences on families: religion, ethnicity, education, economics, socio-political, family structure and dynamics, gender roles, meals/food preferences, access to healthcare, housing and geographic location, mass-media, relationships with other people (friendships, community and networking systems), and issues related to globalization and tribalism. A social constructionist perspective guides explanation of families from a variety of world cultures. The course highlights the factors, structures, and dynamics that impact the functioning of family experiences across contexts.
GIST 2000 - Introduction to Global and International Studies-HC
TBD 3 credit hours Staff
*This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 2: Exploration and Discovery – World Language and Culture Category.
Multidisciplinary introduction to global and international studies as an academic field of inquiry, with emphasis on six focus fields: •Identities and cultures in a globalized world •State, security and transnational governance •Inequality and social responsibility •Global health and the environment •Migration and population dynamics •Global communication, expression and information systems. Students will explore the major world regions, be open to intercultural contacts, place issues in historical and ideological context and be able to judge information about major global trends and issues; by the end of the course, students should see themselves as members of global as well as local communities.
HNRS 2500: Politics of Genocide
13102 M 6:00 - 8:30 p.m. 1024 LHC 3 credit hours Thomas Kostrzewa
*This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 2: Exploration and Discovery - World Language and Culture Category.
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 2900: Exploring Your Personal Brand as Digital Footprint
13815 M 4:00 - 5:40 p.m. 1024 LHC 1 credit hour Diana Hearit
*Note: This is a short run course and will conclude by spring break.
As students transition through college in preparation for a career or graduate school, it is important to explore the idea of a personal brand. Upon this foundational conceptualization of who they are communicatively and stylistically, they will create and enhance their digital footprint in terms of their career and interpersonal goals. We will explore best practices for personal brand development and self-marketing with an emphasis on self-assessment, experiential learning, and effective communication. Additional topics to explore include emotional intelligence, interviewing, and portfolio development.
HNRS 2900: Intro to AI
14068 T 1:00 - 2:40 p.m. 1022 LHC 1 credit hour Staff
*Note: This is a short run course and will end by spring break.
Intro to AI covers the basics of AI (its history, what it is, what it isn't, how it works), how AI is being used (in healthcare, education, entertainment, business, and elsewhere), existing and speculative concerns with AI (including bias, job displacement, misinformation, and more), and how it's being regulated (in the US, in the EU, and internationally). We'll also be using AI in the class regularly, exploring opportunities for its us in and out of the classroom.
HNRS 2900: FIFA: Sport, Spectacle, Power
14069 W 4:00 - 5:40 p.m. 1022 LHC 1 credit hour Lucy Parrott
*Note: This is a short-run course that will end by spring break.
This course explores soccer’s evolution into the world’s most popular sport and its role in shaping modern history. From FIFA’s governance of the World Cup to the sport’s ties to politics, business, corruption, nationalism, identity, and globalization, students will critically examine how soccer both reflects and drives global change—insight especially relevant as the United States prepares to host the 2026 World Cup.
HNRS 3204: Postmodern Dystopias
11991 TR 12:00 - 1:15 p.m. 1014 LHC 3 credit hours Becky Cooper
*This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 2: Exploration and Discovery - Societies and Cultures Category.
Although few would question that our contemporary world should be termed “postmodern,” among scholars, there is no consensus on the precise meaning of the term. Two crucial historical events arising from World War II, the birth of computers and the atom bomb, signal a precipitous break from the modern, and have radically transformed all facets of contemporary political, social and personal life. Yet while our global world and engagement has been generally embraced and integrated within our contemporary existence, often celebrating the “singularity” of technology and everyday life in an age of “spiritual machines” when “computers exceed human intelligence” as Ray Kurzweil puts it, a decidedly dystopic imagination dominates the arts of films and literature. This course, through the exploration of fiction from the past half century, aims to explore the meaning, significance and implications of postmodern life and culture. Students will develop a critical awareness of postmodernity through lectures, class discussion, and student presentations on authors such as Jameson, Lyotard, Baudrillard, and others. Students will write short response essays and a creative response, give a presentation, and write a final formal essay. Time permitting, we will explore two films through a postmodern lens.
HNRS 3302: Civil Rights and Jazz 1950-75
12007 MW 2:00 - 3:15 p.m. 1014 LHC 3 credit hours Elizabeth Cowan
*This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 2: Exploration and Discovery - Artistic Theory and Practice Category.
This course places special emphasis on American jazz form as a crucial influence and metaphor for the very rhythm and experience of modernity as it explores the interrelations between literature, music, and American culture through the music of Louis Armstrong, Fats Waller, and Duke Ellington among others.
HNRS 3303: The Vietnam War in Rock and Soul
12373 TR 10:00 - 11:15 a.m. 1014 LHC 3 credit hours Steve Feffer
*This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 2: Exploration and Discovery - Societies and Cultures Category.
This course explores the history, meaning, and impact of the 1960s through two crucial cultural events: the Vietnam War and Rock music. The course aims to explore both the history of the war as well as the cultural debates and changes that continue to resonate today.
HNRS 3400: Honors Study Abroad
SA Meeting dates and times TBD, travel will take place over spring break 3 credit hours Staff
*This course satisfies WES Level 3: Connections – Global Perspectives.
Course topic TBD!
HNRS 4101: Introduction to World Cinema
13848 M 6:00 - 8:30 p.m. 1022 LHC 3 credit hours Monty Ernst
*This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 3: Connections - Global Perspectives Category.
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 4103: Classic Horror Cinema
14456 T 6:00 - 8:30 p.m. 1022 LHC 3 credit hours Monty Ernst
*Note: This course fulfills Western Essential Studies Level 2: Exploration and Discovery - Artistic Theory and Practice.
An overview of classic horror cinema structured around viewing and analyzing key horror films. The course will push us beyond seeing the genre simply as entertainment to thinking critically about it. First, we will investigate why the figures and themes of such films elicit fear. In addition, we will examine the structure of horror plots to see how they can continue to function effectively when they are inherently so predictable. Lastly, we will trace the history of the horror film from its beginnings to the early 1960’s to identify the developments and changes that occurred during that period.
HNRS 4300: Native Peoples and Colonialism
13846 TR 1:00 - 2:15 p.m. 1024 LHC 3 credit hours Matthew Nielsen
*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.
*This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 3: Connections - Local and National Perspectives Category.
*This course also meets the Diversity and Inclusion student learning outcome.
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 4300: Sports and Social Justice
14458 MW 2:00 - 3:15 p.m. 1024 LHC 3 credit hours Felix Brooks
*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.
*This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 3: Connections - Local and National Perspectives Category.
*This course also meets the Diversity and Inclusion student learning outcome.
When news commentator Laura Ingraham criticized Lebron James for speaking out on social issues, she told him to, “Shut up and dribble.” It was a statement born of ignorance in pursuit of scoring political points. Despite what pundits say, sports have always been at the forefront of social change. Many have argued that Jackie Robinson’s breaking the Color line in baseball was the start of the modern civil rights era. From the first African American heavyweight boxing champion and the Color line in Baseball, up to controversy surrounding Colin Kaepernick, there has never been a time when sports were separate from what was happening in the real world. This class will explore the many intersections between sports and social justice. Students will learn the narratives that have given rise to conflicts, losses, and gains in the history of sport, and defined American society. In addition to the readings, I will use elements of today’s culture to enhance the learning, including music, movies and podcasts. This course fulfills This course also meets the Diversity and Inclusion student learning outcome. Check out a preview of the course with Felix Brooks!
The Spring 2028 application deadline is Oct. 15, 2027. Applications submitted after this date will not be considered.
HNRS 4301: Study in the States: Diversity and Inclusion
Dates: TBD
*This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 3: Connections - Local and National Perspectives Category.
**This course also meets the Diversity and Inclusion student learning outcome.
Course details TBD!
HNRS 4301: Idlewild: A Jim Crow-era Resort Community and Its Revitalization
Dates: TBD
*Note: This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 3: Connections - Local and National Perspectives Category.
*Note: This course also meets the Diversity and Inclusion student learning outcome.
This course discusses and explores the Jim Crow-era resort community, Idlewild, Michigan, located 1.5 hours north of Kalamazoo. From the 1920s to the1960s, the resort was pivotal to the African American cultural and leisure experience. This experiential learning course will examine the effects of capitalism, segregation, desegregation, community abandonment, and revitalization. With the guidance and supervision of Dr. Luchara Wallace, students will have the opportunity to create and design projects that will enhance the livelihood and well-being of a community that is looking for ways to attract visitors to their town, while at the same time improving basic services for their residents. Contact Dr. Wallace, Merze Tate College Dean, with questions.
HNRS 4302: Study in the States: Desert Southwest
Dates: TBD
*This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 3: Connections - Local and National Perspectives Category.
*This course also meets the Planetary Sustainability student learning outcome.
This course is an investigation of the desert southwest and an exploration of culture, archaeology, and ecology. Punctuated by therapeutic soaks in hot springs, we visit the major sites of the Ancestral Pueblo (Anasazi), including Chaco Canyon, Canyon De Chelly, and Mesa Verde. We will study petroglyphs and pictographs, ride horses and hike to remote sites, and frequent remarkable desert mesas and vistas. We will learn through active engagement in an experiential, open-road, instructional pedagogy. Contact Dr. Jeffrey Jones, Teaching, Learning and Educational Studies, with questions.
HNRS 4302: Study in the States: Planetary Sustainability
Dates: TBD
*This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 3: Connections - Local and National Perspectives Category.
*This course also meets the Planetary Sustainability student learning outcome.
Course details TBD!
HNRS 4980: How and Why to Write an Undergraduate Thesis
13181 online 1 credit hour Staff
11877 online 1 credit hour Staff
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.
Special Hybrid Section!
11905 Hybrid T 4:00 - 4:50 p.m. 1 credit hour Kerrie Harvey
This hybrid section of 4980 will meet in person 3 times: January 12, January 26, February 23 in LHC 1022.
Special short run, in-person section!
11895 R 4:00 - 5:40 p.m. 1014 LHC 1 credit hour Lucy Parrott
*Note: This course will conclude spring break.
This IN PERSON section offers students the opportunity for face to face discussion, feedback, and thesis idea sharing in real-time. Like the online sections, it 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.
HOL 2801: Health and Well Being-HC
11400 T 2:00 - 4:30 p.m. 1014 LHC 3 credit hours Amy Geib
*This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 2: Exploration and Discovery - Personal Wellness Category.
This course is designed to provide information on 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. This course is designed around three central themes: self-care, community, and culture. Students will engage in a variety of activities which will foster critical thinking skills and personal exploration. Students exposed to theory and practice in the following areas: self-care and well-being, culture, research, and health broadly defined and encompassing psychological, physical, spiritual, environmental, social health.
MATH 1160: Finite Mathematics with Applications-HC
13671 MWF 10:00 - 10:50 a.m. 3309 ROOD 3 credit hours Staff
*This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 1: Foundations - Quantitative Literacy Category.
*Prerequisite: MATH 1100 (with a grade of “C” or better) or by placement into the course. Placement may be determined by completing at least 3 years of college preparatory mathematics, by ACT/SAT scores and/or by a Department of Mathematics placement mechanism.
This course is designed to provide a background in finite mathematics and to continue the development of algebra skills. The following finite mathematics topics will be covered: linear equations and inequalities, mathematical models, solving a system of two linear equations, linear programming, difference/recursive equations, the mathematics of finance, sets, Venn diagrams, counting techniques, and an introduction to basic and conditional probability. The following algebraic topics will be reviewed: fractions, basic algebraic terminology and properties, exponents, scientific notation, solving equations and literal equations, and an introduction to summation and multiplication notations. A graphing calculator is required. Tutoring is available for all Math 1160 students. A graphing calculator is required.
MATH 1220: Calculus I-HC
11157 MTRF 1:00 - 1:50 p.m. 2110 SANGN 4 credit hours Staff
*This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 1: Foundations - Quantitative Literacy Category.
*Prerequisite: MATH 1180 (with a grade of “C” or better) or by placement into the course. Placement may be determined by ACT/SAT scores and/or by a Department of Mathematics placement mechanism.
The first of a two-semester sequence in differential and integral calculus. Topics include functions, limits, continuity, techniques and applications of differentiation, integration, trigonometric, logarithmic and exponential functions. Tutoring is available for all Math 1220 students. A graphing calculator is required. Students who take more than one of MATH 1220, MATH 1700, or MATH 2000 will receive only 4 hours of credit toward graduation.
MATH 1230: Calculus II-HC
10218 MTRF 11:00 - 11:50 a.m. 3309 ROOD 4 credit hours Staff
*In addition to the cost of a three credit class, there is a Mathematics Class Fee $15.00 Flat Fee
*A graphing calculator is required.
*Prerequisite: MATH 1220 (recommended) or MATH 1700.
A continuation of Calculus I. Techniques and applications of integration, trigonometric functions, sequences and series, indeterminate forms, improper integrals, applications to elementary differential equations.
MGMT 2500: Organizational Behavior-HC
13737 MW 11:00 - 12:15 p.m. 1275 SCHDR 3 credit hours Staff
* 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
12733 TR 2:00 - 3:15 p.m. 1225 SCHDR 3 credit hours Robert Harrison
*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 3340: Biomedical Ethics-HC
14433 TR 10:00 - 11:40 a.m. 1024 LHC 4 credit hours Staff
*This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 2: Exploration and Discovery - Science and Technology Category.
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
14525 TR 11:00 - 12:15 p.m. 3422 DUNBR 3 credit hours Staff
*This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 1: Foundations – Inquiry and Engagement: Critical Thinking in the Arts and Humanities Category.
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.
PSCI 2500: International Relations-HC
14308 MW 2:00 - 3:15 p.m. 2402 DUNBR 3 credit hours Staff
*This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 1: Foundations - Inquiry and Engagement - Critical Thinking in the Arts and Humanities Category.
A study of the nature of the international community and the forces which produce cooperation and conflict. Particular attention is given to analyzing power in terms of its acquisition and uses
PSY 1000: General Psychology-HC
12463 TR 2:00 - 3:15 p.m. TBD 3 credit hours Staff
*This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 2: Exploration and Discovery - Science and Technology Category.
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
13210 MW 8:00 - 9:40 a.m. TBD 4 credit hours Staff
*This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 2: Exploration and Discovery – Science and Technology Category.
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.
REL 3180: Death, Dying, and Beyond-HC
14782 W 4:00 - 6:30 p.m. 1014 LHC Jennifer Townsend
*This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 3: Connections – Global Perspectives Category.
Focuses on death, dying, and the afterlife in the religious traditions of the world. Traditions and regions covered may vary by year and could include the religious traditions of Japan, China, India, and the United States as well as the religious traditions of Christianity or Islam. How one dies, how others view that death, how the body is disposed of, what role the death plays in the life and times of others, the history that develops from it, and what the common beliefs are regarding life beyond death are some of the questions that this course will address. Discussion each week may focus on burial customs, views of the afterlife, the grieving process, hospice, suicide, pollution, ritual, abortion, and other topics. Readings will be drawn from a variety of sources.
STAT 2160: Introductory Statistics-HC
10412 Asynchronous Online 3 credit hours Staff
*This course satisfies WMU Essential Studies Level 2: Exploration and Discovery – Science and Technology Category.
*Prerequisite: (MATH 1110 or MATH 1160 with a grade of “C” or better), or (MATH 1180 or MATH 1220 or MATH 1230 or MATH 2000 with a grade of “D” or better), or (ALEKS score of 61% or higher)
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.