HON101 — Honors Colloquium
3 , 3 lecture periods 0 lab periods An interdisciplinary course introducing honors students to scholarly research, writing, and conversation. Includes defining and debating contemporary issues in the arts, humanities, sciences, social sciences, business, technology, and/or math. Also includes opportunities for students to develop their critical thinking and creativity; to enhance their practices of research, critical reflection, argumentation, and collaboration; to identify and clarify “real world” issues; to improve their problem-solving capabilities using appropriate group interaction; and to explore their understandings of cultural diversity in local and global contexts. Information: Honors Content: Intensive research that uses the highest standards and best practices for the discipline, and a significant number/variety of readings of both primary and secondary sources; a peer-reviewed paper or project in a format appropriate for the discipline; presentation of research, in class or to a wider audience. Interdisciplinary connection fosters and provides enhanced engagement with peers and the community. Course Learning