Humanities

Course explores the philosophic and artistic heritage of humanity expressed through a historical perspective on visual arts, music, and literature. This initial course will cover the ancient and medieval periods of western (European) civilization, with modest attempts at comparison with modern and non-western works. The course will provide insight into people and society. Other topics covered in the course include historical and cultural developments; contributions of the humanities; and research project.

This course is expected to introduce students to the American National Government's fundamentals. The course examines basic American political principles and practices, the Constitution, significant institutions, and civil liberties. The central goal of the course is to acquaint students with the complexities of the American political system.

This course will survey the history of Western Civilization from the beginnings of human civilization in the Near East to the Reformation in Europe. Students will be introduced to the political, economic, social, and cultural foundations of Western Civilization events including, but not limited to, the Protestant Reformation, exploration and colonization in the Americas, the Scientific Revolution, the Age of Enlightenment, political revolutions, the rise of industrialization, both World Wars, the Cold War, and the emergence of globalization.

This is an introductory course which provides a comprehensive overview of the world of visual arts. It serves to enhance understanding and appreciation for a broad range of imagery, media, artists, movements and periods in history. This course illustrates the place of art in social and cultural life and encourages students to develop judgment in art analysis and criticism. Students familiarized with this basic core of information, thought, and experience have the opportunity to become more confident in their visual literacy.