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2015-2016 Catalog 
    
2015-2016 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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History - Special Topics and Colloquia

  
  • HIST 378 - Liberal Arts Colloquium for Transfer Students

    (3-4)
    Colloquium offered to fulfill Liberal Arts Core requirements. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements. See Liberal Arts section of catalog for course description.
  
  • HIST 471-4 - Special Topics in History

    (1-4)
    Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. These courses may be distributed into categories II through IV above as determined by department chair.

Honors

  
  • HON 499 - Undergraduate Research in Honors

    (1-6)
    Independent research under the supervision of a faculty mentor or with an interdisciplinary team of faculty. An IP grade may be awarded at the discretion of the instructor. Can be repeated for a total of 6 hours credit. See program director.

Honors - Special Topics and Colloquia

  
  • HON 171-3 - Special Topics in Honors

    (1-3)
    Special course designed for Honors students. These courses may be interdisciplinary or focused on a particular field. They emphasize reading and discussion of primary texts, experiential learning such as field trips, writing and oral skills, and critical thinking. See program director.
  
  • HON 178 - Liberal Arts First-Year Colloquium

    (3-4)
    Colloquium offered to fulfill Liberal Arts Core requirements. See Liberal Arts section of catalog for course description. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements.
  
  • HON 181-3 - Readings for Honors

    (1-3)
    Readings under the supervision of faculty in a particular discipline or an interdisciplinary team of faculty. Prerequisite: contract among the student, supervising faculty and the Honors Program director. May be repeated up to a total of 6 hours credit with permission of the Honors Program director. Fall and Spring.
  
  • HON 271-3 - Special Topics in Honors

    (1-3)
    Special course designed for Honors students. These courses may be interdisciplinary or focused on a particular field. They emphasize reading and discussion of primary texts, experiential learning such as field trips, writing and oral skills, and critical thinking. See program director.
  
  • HON 281-3 - Readings for Honors

    (1-3)
    Readings under the supervision of faculty in a particular discipline or an interdisciplinary team of faculty. Prerequisite: contract among the student, supervising faculty and the Honors Program director. May be repeated up to a total of 6 hours credit with permission of the Honors Program director. Fall and Spring.
  
  • HON 371-3 - Special Topics in Honors

    (1-3)
    Special course designed for Honors students. These courses may be interdisciplinary or focused on a particular field. They emphasize reading and discussion of primary texts, experiential learning such as field trips, writing and oral skills, and critical thinking. See program director.
  
  • HON 378 - Liberal Arts Colloquium for Transfer Students

    (3-4)
    Colloquium offered to fulfill Liberal Arts Core requirements. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements. See Liberal Arts section of catalog for course description.
  
  • HON 381-3 - Readings for Honors

    (1-3)
    Readings under the supervision of faculty in a particular discipline or an interdisciplinary team of faculty. Prerequisite: contract among the student, supervising faculty and the Honors Program director. May be repeated up to a total of 6 hours credit with permission of the Honors Program director. Fall and Spring.
  
  • HON 471-3 - Special Topics in Honors

    (1-3)
    Special course designed for Honors students. These courses may be interdisciplinary or focused on a particular field. They emphasize reading and discussion of primary texts, experiential learning such as field trips, writing and oral skills, and critical thinking. See program director.
  
  • HON 481-3 - Readings for Honors

    (1-3)
    Readings under the supervision of faculty in a particular discipline or an interdisciplinary team of faculty. Prerequisite: contract among the student, supervising faculty and the Honors Program director. May be repeated up to a total of 6 hours credit with permission of the Honors Program director. Fall and Spring.

Humanities

  
  • HUM 124 - The Ancient World

    (4)
    Introduction to the Humanities sequence. Human history and cultural developments from the ancient civilizations of Africa and Asia to the disintegration of the Western Roman Empire, emphasizing both continuities and discontinuities across a wide range of ancient peoples, the intellectual and artistic heritage of the ancient world and the origins of major religions including Judaism, Buddhism and Christianity. Pre- or corequisite: LANG 120. Fall and Spring. 
  
  • HUM 214 - The Medieval and Renaissance World

    (4)
    A study of world civilization from the 4th to the 17th centuries emphasizing European developments, but also attending to parallel developments in African, Chinese, Japanese, Indian and Latin American cultures. Areas of study include philosophy, religion, history, art, literature, music and political systems. Prerequisite: HUM 124. Fall and Spring.
  
  • HUM 324 - The Modern World: Mid-17th to Mid-20th Century

    (4)
    Ideas and values from the scientific revolution of the 17th century to the Second World War. Emphasis is placed on the global impact of various revolutions: scientific, political, industrial and social (e.g., the rise of feminism), and their influence on philosophy, religion, literature and the arts. Prerequisite: HUM 214. Fall and Spring.
  
  • HUM 414 - The Individual in the Contemporary World

    (4)
    Global issues and recent history, both Western and non-Western, building on information gathered and questions raised in the preceding Humanities courses toward a fuller understanding of the responsibilities of and opportunities for humanity today. No credit given if credit received for LS 479. Prerequisites: 75 credit hours and HUM 124, 214, 324; LANG 120. Fall and Spring.
  
  • HUM 499 - Undergraduate Research in Humanities

    (1-6)
    Independent research under the supervision of a faculty mentor. An IP grade may be awarded at the discretion of instructor. May be repeated for a total of 6 hours credit. See program director.

Humanities - Special Topics and Colloquia

  
  • HUM 171-6 - Special Topics in Humanities

    (1-6)
    Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See program director.
  
  • HUM 178 - Liberal Arts First-Year Colloquium

    (3-4)
    Colloquium offered to fulfill Liberal Arts Core requirements. See Liberal Arts section of catalog for course description. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements.
  
  • HUM 271-6 - Special Topics in Humanities

    (1-6)
    Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See program director.
  
  • HUM 371-6 - Special Topics in Humanities

    (1-6)
    Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See program director.
  
  • HUM 378 - Liberal Arts Colloquium for Transfer Students

    (3-4)
    Colloquium offered to fulfill Liberal Arts Core requirements. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements. See Liberal Arts section of catalog for course description.
  
  • HUM 471-6 - Special Topics in Humanities

    (1-6)
    Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See program director.

International Studies

  
  • INTS 201 - Introduction to Global Studies

    (4)
    An introductory interdisciplinary course in international studies that examines the historical, political, economic, social, cultural, and ethical forces that shape the contemporary world. Major regions of the world will be covered. The course provides students with interdisciplinary intellectual and conceptual tools to understand and explain global phenomena in our interconnected, interdependent, dynamic, and hybridizing world. Fall.
     
  
  • INTS 214 - Philosophy of Human Rights (PHIL 214)

    (4)
    An analytical and historical introduction to the concept of human rights. Readings will be drawn from both historically significant and contemporary philosophical sources. See program director.
  
  • INTS 301 - Globalization: An Interdisciplinary Study

    (4)
    Provides students with interdisciplinary tools to understand human interactions at the global level. Using a broadly interdisciplinary and cross‐regional approach, this advanced course in international studies examines both historical and contemporary perspectives on globalization. By focusing on the interconnections and interdependence between political, economic, and technological forces that shape the interrelations between peoples, societies, and cultures, this course will seek to explain some of the emerging challenges confronting our globalized world and common humanity today. Even years Spring.
     
  
  • INTS 320 - Southeast Asia in the New Global Era (ASIA 320)

    (4)
    An interdisciplinary study of the interconnections between the historical, political, cultural, and social factors that have shaped the countries of both maritime and mainland Southeast Asia, as well as the relations between these countries. This course will also examine dominant intraregional forces that have shaped the Southeast Asia region, including relations between the region and outside powers such as the United States, Europe, China, and Japan. Odd years Fall.
     
  
  • INTS 330 - Asia in the 21st Century (ASIA 330)

    (4)
    An interdisciplinary course that examines the historical, political, strategic, cultural, social and ethical ramifications to the global order of the rise of China, India, and other newly industrialized countries in Asia. This course will focus on the ways in which the rise of Asia is shaping the interrelations between peoples, societies, cultures, and histories globally in the 21st century. Odd years Spring.
     
  
  • INTS 334 - Nation-Building, Identity and Diversity in South Asia (ASIA 334)

    (4)
    A comprehensive view and understanding of socio-political processes of ethnic identities and diversities that make Bangladesh, Nepal, India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka an important focus of international analysis, discourse, and research. The processes of nationbuilding, politics and democratic challenges are explored. The course focus is to deliberate on strategic policies and constructive resolutions for conditions conducive to regional harmony and development. Spring.
  
  • INTS 354 - The Nuclear Dilemma

    (3)


    Students examine the challenges associated with nuclear power, weapons, terrorism and international security issues connected to nuclear weapons. International renewable energy development as an alternative to nuclear power and its associated potential for nuclear weapons proliferation is also examined. Spring.

     

  
  • INTS 361 - Contemporary Issues in World Affairs

    (3)
    A seminar facilitating discussion of current international issues. Students are required to attend public presentations or activities addressing contemporary world affairs, pursue additional independent research on selected topics, followed by directed discussions in a seminar setting. Fall and Spring.
  
  • INTS 362 - Participatory Learning in World Affairs

    (3)
    Students learn about world affairs through participation in significant internationally-oriented conferences, competitions (like Model United Nations), internships, and/or study-travel programs. See program director.
  
  • INTS 364 - Gender and Development in South Asia (ASIA 364)

    (4)
    The contemporary South Asia presents challenging social, cultural, and political issues that structure gender relations in the region. The course seeks to help students understand the interface between gender and public policy in South Asia. Issues of gender injustice, gender gaps in policy, and women’s voices and empowerment in the region are explored. Fall.
  
  • INTS 365 - International Experiential Learning Project

    (3-6)
    Students participate in an experiential learning project or internship with an international focus in the U.S. The project or internship must be approved by the International Studies director. An IP grade may be awarded at the discretion of the instructor. May be repeated for a total of 6 credit hours. Prerequisite: permission of International Studies director.
  
  • INTS 494 - Capstone in International Studies

    (4)
    The capstone course for the International Studies concentration offers students the opportunity to integrate learning from a variety of disciplines. The capstone may either be in the form of a research project or thesis on a topic related to international studies. Major, oral, written and information literacy competencies are demonstrated through successful completion of INTS 494. A written paper and oral presentation are required. Fall and Spring.
  
  • INTS 499 - Undergraduate Research in International Studies

    (1-6)
    Independent research under the supervision of a faculty mentor. An IP grade may be awarded at discretion of instructor. May be repeated for a total of 6 hours credit. See International Studies director.

International Studies - Special Topics and Colloquia

  
  • INTS 171-6 - Special Topics in International Studies

    (1-6)
    Course with significant international content that do not fall within the traditional subject matter of one academic department but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See International Studies director.
  
  • INTS 178 - Liberal Arts First-Year Colloquium

    (3-4)
    Colloquium offered to fulfill Liberal Arts Core requirements. See Liberal Arts section of catalog for course description. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements.
  
  • INTS 271-6 - Special Topics in International Studies

    (1-6)
    Course with significant international content that do not fall within the traditional subject matter of one academic department but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See International Studies director.
  
  • INTS 371-6 - Special Topics in International Studies

    (1-6)
    Course with significant international content that do not fall within the traditional subject matter of one academic department but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See International Studies director.
  
  • INTS 378 - Liberal Arts Colloquium for Transfer Students

    (3-4)
    Colloquium offered to fulfill Liberal Arts Core requirements. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements. See Liberal Arts section of catalog for course description.
  
  • INTS 471-6 - Special Topics in International Studies

    (1-6)
    Course with significant international content that do not fall within the traditional subject matter of one academic department but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See International Studies director.

Interdisciplinary Studies

  
  • INTS 495 - Senior Colloquium

    (1)
    Students formally present and discuss their research findings and/or service learning projects. Students are required to demonstrate mastery in their work and its significance. Pre-or corequisite: INTS 494 or appropriate research course in another discipline approved by the program director. Fall and Spring.
  
  • IST 253 - Perspectives on Leadership

    (3)
    Designed for students interested in the academic study of leadership. This course examines issues, concepts and situations that relate to leadership and organizational development from a variety of perspectives including an examination of the psychological, sociological and ethical aspects. Additionally, students will develop an appreciation for the ways in which leadership has been studied and researched and how this has affected our perceptions of leadership. Spring.
  
  • IST 263 - African American Colloquium

    (3)
    Investigates historical and contemporary paradigms for academic success for black students. The course focuses on a single topic examined from several academic viewpoints. It challenges students to think critically and creatively about what academic study in a liberal arts environment offers to people of African descent and people of color. It involves a blend of curricular, co-curricular and service- earning activities. Prerequisite: permission of coordinator. Fall.
  
  • IST 290 - Introduction to Interdisciplinary Studies

    (3)
    Introduces students to interdisciplinary studies by providing an overview of interdisciplinary theories and practices. Focusing on a particular topic, students will explore what it means to undertake an interdisciplinary study. Students planning an Individual Degree Concentration will begin work on their student portfolio. Spring.
  
  • IST 311 - Seminar on Race and Diversity in Institutional Settings

    (1)
    A community-based seminar on the issues of race and diversity in various institutional contexts. Topics such as racial attitudes and perceptions, race and institutional structures, organizational support systems for minorities, and diversity programs will be studied. Grading is S/U. May be repeated once for credit. See program director.
  
  • IST 321 - Peer Facilitation of Community Interracial Dialogue

    (1)
    This course offers training in and the experience of facilitating community dialogue on the issues of race and diversity in various institutional contexts. Student facilitators will assist IST 311 seminar participants in exploring the problems and themes presented in the course. Prerequisites: IST 311 and permission of instructor. Grading is S/U. May be repeated once for credit. See program director.
  
  • IST 325 - Internship: Exploring Career Choices

    (3)
    Designed for students participating in exploratory internships to clarify and/or advance their career goals. Provides a structured and guided learning environment to help students reflect on the meaning of their internship experience. Students must arrange an internship placement prior to the start of the course and meet with the Career Center’s Internship Coordinator for internship site approval. Although the Career Center does not provide internship placements, it offers assistance and resources to assist students. Open to students from all majors and academic levels. Fall and Spring.
  
  • IST 331 - Washington Experience

    (3)
    A seminar-style, variable-topics course, taught in Washington, D.C. as part of the UNC in Washington Student Internship Program. The course will explore the role of a national capital in the determination of public policy and national culture in a diverse democracy using Washington, D.C. as text. Enrollment limited to students currently participating in the UNC in Washington Program. See program director.
  
  • IST 495 - Interdisciplinary Colloquium

    (1)
    Students formally present and discuss their research findings, creative work, and/or field experiences. Students are required to orally demonstrate mastery of their projects and the significance and implications of their work. Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Spring.
  
  • IST 499 - Undergraduate Research in Interdisciplinary Studies

    (1-6)
    Independent research under the supervision of a faculty mentor. An IP grade may be awarded at the discretion of instructor. May be repeated for a total of 6 hours credit. See program director.

Interdisciplinary Studies - Special Topics

  
  • IST 171-6 - Interdisciplinary Special Topics

    (1-6)
    Course which do not fall within the traditional subject matter of one academic department but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See program director.
  
  • IST 271-6 - Interdisciplinary Special Topics

    (1-6)
    Course which do not fall within the traditional subject matter of one academic department but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See program director.
  
  • IST 371-6 - Interdisciplinary Special Topics

    (1-6)
    Course which do not fall within the traditional subject matter of one academic department but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See program director.
  
  • IST 471-6 - Interdisciplinary Special Topics

    (1-6)
    Course which do not fall within the traditional subject matter of one academic department but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See program director.

Joint Engineering-Mechatronics - Special Topics and Colloquia

  
  • JEM 171-4 - Special Topics in Engineering-Mechatronics

    (1-4)
    Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See program director.
  
  • JEM 178 - Liberal Arts First-Year Colloquium

    (3-4)
    Colloquium offered to fulfill Liberal Arts Core requirements. See Liberal Arts section of catalog for course description. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements.
  
  • JEM 271-4 - Special Topics in Engineering-Mechatronics

    (1-4)
    Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See program director.
  
  • JEM 371-4 - Special Topics in Engineering-Mechatronics

    (1-4)
    Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See program director.
  
  • JEM 378 - Liberal Arts Colloquium for Transfer Students

    (3-4)
    Colloquium offered to fulfill Liberal Arts Core requirements. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements. See Liberal Arts section of catalog for course description.
  
  • JEM 471-4 - Special Topics in Engineering-Mechatronics

    (1-4)
    Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See program director.

Language

  
  • LANG 120 - Academic Writing and Critical Inquiry

    (4)
    Emphasizes writing as a tool of discovery and analysis; practice in active, critical reading; and attention to audience, purpose and structure. It also introduces students to writing conventions of various discourse communities. A grade of C- or better is required. Fall and Spring.
  
  • LANG 260 - Introduction to Creative Writing

    (4)
    A first workshop experience for students interested in the composition of poetry, fiction and other imaginative writing. Prerequisite: C- in LANG 120. Fall and Spring.
  
  • LANG 311 - Tutoring Writing I

    (1)
    Offered for student tutors in their first semester of tutoring in the University Writing Center. Approaches to both writing process and tutoring process. Emphasis on discovering one’s own processes and appreciating diverse approaches to writing, including working with students from across the curriculum and those whose first language is not English. (Grading S/U). Prerequisite: permission of the University Writing Center director. Fall.
  
  • LANG 312 - Tutoring Writing II

    (1)
    Offered for student tutors in their second semester of tutoring in the University Writing Center. Students will investigate writing center scholarship. Participation in a research project that both develops tutoring skills and makes a contribution to the campus writing center community. (Grading S/U). Prerequisite: LANG 311 and permission of the University Writing Center director. Spring.
  
  • LANG 350 - Academic Publishing

    (4)
    Principles of academic publishing with opportunities for students to develop, design, edit, and layout electronic publications, including scholarly journals and book projects and individual academic articles under review. While analytical approaches to language, rhetorical communication strategies and editing methods are addressed, this course emphasizes practice, with extensive experience provided using digital tools and software requisite with the current publishing industry as each particular project demands. Prerequisites: LANG 120; LIT 240. Every other year.
  
  • LANG 352 - The English Language and the Teaching of Writing

    (4)
    Studies in the development of the English language. Introduction to several aspects of linguistics; approaches to teaching writing, including the writing process, methods of evaluation, and grammar and usage. Prerequisite: LANG 120. Fall and Spring.
  
  • LANG 354 - Professional Writing

    (4)
    A workshop in advanced prose writing including job materials, applications, proposals, marketing materials, technical and professional writing, and grant applications. Includes project development and management, document design, professional editing, visual rhetoric, formal presentations, and service learning collaboration with local nonprofit organizations. Prerequisite: LANG 120. Every other year.
  
  • LANG 361 - Poetry Writing Workshop

    (4)
    Workshop in the study, practice, craft, and art of poetry. Students write poetry and also learn how to critique peer work-in-progress. The study, from a poet’s point-of-view, of exemplary texts contemporary and traditional poems as well as statements of poetics, will be included. A study and exploration of imaginative writing that includes craft talks, discussions, in-class writing, techniques for drafting, developing, shaping, revising, and editing work, supportive feedback, and individual meetings for the development of significant projects and for the assessment of work. May be repeated once for credit. Prerequisite: LANG 260 or permission of instructor. Every year.
  
  • LANG 363 - Fiction Writing Workshop

    (4)
    A workshop in the craft and art of fiction writing. Students are introduced to the basic elements of fiction craft, such as scene, story structure, and characterization, and employ them in in-class exercises and assignments, leading to story drafts that are peer-critiqued and revised. Close reading of master works help inform and inspire craft choices. A study and exploration of imaginative writing that includes craft talks, discussions, in-class writing, techniques for drafting, developing, shaping, revising, and editing work, supportive feedback, and individual meetings for the development of significant projects and for the assessment of work. May be repeated once for credit. Prerequisite: LANG 260 or permission of instructor. Fall and Spring.
  
  • LANG 365 - Playwriting Workshop

    (4)
    Beginning playwriting; development of scenario, dialogue and scenes; the writing of an original one-act play. A study and exploration of imaginative writing that includes craft talks, discussions, in-class writing, techniques for drafting, developing, shaping, revising, and editing work, supportive feedback, and individual meetings for the development of significant projects and for the assessment of work. May be repeated once for credit. Prerequisite: LANG 260 or permission of instructor. Every year.
  
  • LANG 366 - Creative Non-Fiction Workshop

    (4)
    A workshop in the writing of creative non-fiction essays. Through the use of immersion reporting, students will learn to accurately portray a subject through narrative development, scenic construction, point of view, symbolic representation, voice, dialogue and descriptive detail. A study and exploration of imaginative writing that includes craft talks, discussions, in-class writing, techniques for drafting, developing, shaping, revising, and editing work, supportive feedback, and individual meetings for the development of significant projects and for the assessment of work. May be repeated once for credit. Prerequisite: LANG 260 or permission of instructor. Fall and Spring.
  
  • LANG 368 - Poetics of Identity and Perception (LIT 368)

    (4)
    A poetry workshop focused on representation of self and identity. A wide variety of poems exploring these themes will be studied. Students will write original poems as well as hone their craft and perform thematic analyses of exemplary texts. A study and exploration of imaginative writing that includes craft talks, discussions, in-class writing, techniques for drafting, developing, shaping, revising, and editing work, supportive feedback, and individual meetings for the development of significant projects and for the assessment of work. Prerequisite: LANG 120. Every year.
  
  • LANG 461 - Advanced Poetry Writing

    (4)
    Intensive writing experience for students with an advanced or professional interest in the writing of poetry. May include study of contemporary and/or traditional poetry. A study and exploration of imaginative writing that includes craft talks, discussions, in-class writing, techniques for drafting, developing, shaping, revising, and editing work, supportive feedback, and individual meetings for the development of significant projects and for the assessment of work. May be repeated once for credit. Prerequisite: admission to concentration in creative writing and LANG 361, or permission of instructor. Every year.
  
  • LANG 463 - Advanced Fiction Writing

    (4)
    Intensive writing experience for students with an advanced or professional interest in the writing of fiction, including the novel. May include study of contemporary short stories and/or novels. May be repeated once for credit. A study and exploration of imaginative writing that includes craft talks, discussions, in-class writing, techniques for drafting, developing, shaping, revising, and editing work, supportive feedback, and individual meetings for the development of significant projects and for the assessment of work. Prerequisite: admission to concentration in creative writing and LANG 363, or permission of instructor. Fall and Spring
  
  • LANG 466 - Advanced Creative Non-Fiction

    (4)
    Intensive writing experience for students with an advanced or professional interest in the writing of creative non-fiction, including the memoir. May also include the study of contemporary essays, memoir, and literary journalism. A study and exploration of imaginative writing that includes craft talks, discussions, in-class writing, techniques for drafting, developing, shaping, revising, and editing work, supportive feedback, and individual meetings for the development of significant projects and for the assessment of work. May be repeated once for credit. Prerequisite: admission to concentration in creative writing and LANG 363 or 366, or permission of instructor. Every year.
  
  • LANG 494 - Senior Seminar in Creative Writing

    (4)
    Students will work closely with a faculty mentor to develop a significant manuscript of poetry, fiction, creative non-fiction, several one act plays, or a full-length play and present a portion of their senior project to the public at the end of the semester. A study and exploration of imaginative writing that includes craft talks, discussions, in-class writing, techniques for drafting, developing, shaping, revising, and editing work, supportive feedback, and individual meetings for the development of significant projects and for the assessment of work. Writing and Information Literacy competencies will be demonstrated through formal public presentation and research paper. Prerequisites: Admission to concentration in creative writing and one course from LANG 461, 463 or 466; or permission of instructor. An IP grade may be awarded at the discretion of the instructor. Fall and Spring.
  
  • LANG 499 - Undergraduate Research in Creative Writing

    (1-4)
    Individual work in poetry, fiction or playwriting for advanced writing majors. Prerequisites: admission to concentration in creative writing and one course from LANG 461, 463 or 466 as appropriate; or permission of instructor. An IP grade may be awarded at the discretion of the instructor. May be repeated for a total of 8 hours credit. See department chair.

Language - Special Topics and Colloquia

  
  • LANG 171-4 - Special Topics in Language

    (1-4)
    Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See department chair.
  
  • LANG 178 - Liberal Arts First-Year Colloquium

    (3-4)
    Colloquium offered to fulfill Liberal Arts Core requirements. See Liberal Arts section of catalog for course description. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements.
  
  • LANG 271-4 - Special Topics in Language

    (1-4)
    Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See department chair.
  
  • LANG 371-4 - Special Topics in Language

    (1-4)
    Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See department chair.
  
  • LANG 378 - Liberal Arts Colloquium for Transfer Students

    (3-4)
    Colloquium offered to fulfill Liberal Arts Core requirements. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements. See Liberal Arts section of catalog for course description.
  
  • LANG 471-4 - Special Topics in Language

    (1-4)
    Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See department chair.

Legal Studies - Special Topics and Colloquia

  
  • LEGL 171-3 - Special Topics in Legal Studies

    (1-3)
    Course not otherwise included in the catalog but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as subject matter changes. See program director.
  
  • LEGL 178 - Liberal Arts First-Year Colloquium

    (3-4)
    Colloquium offered to fulfill Liberal Arts Core requirements. See Liberal Arts section of catalog for course description. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements.
  
  • LEGL 271-3 - Special Topics in Legal Studies

    (1-3)
    Course not otherwise included in the catalog but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as subject matter changes. See program director.
  
  • LEGL 371-3 - Special Topics in Legal Studies

    (1-3)
    Course not otherwise included in the catalog but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as subject matter changes. See program director.
  
  • LEGL 378 - Liberal Arts Colloquium for Transfer Students

    (3-4)
    Colloquium offered to fulfill Liberal Arts Core requirements. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements. See Liberal Arts section of catalog for course description.
  
  • LEGL 471-3 - Special Topics in Legal Studies

    (1-3)
    Course not otherwise included in the catalog but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as subject matter changes. See program director.

Liberal Arts

  
  • LA 478 - Senior Capstone

    (4)
    A topical capstone seminar, ordinarily taken in the final year, that asks students to address an issue or a group of related issues of current and future importance from an interdisciplinary or multidisciplinary perspective. Students will be expected to integrate the knowledge they have acquired through their major with the wider perspectives provided in their liberal arts core courses. The issue(s) will be explored through reading, lecture, discussion, and through the presentation of a self-directed project. This requirement must be fulfilled in residence. Prerequisites: HUM 324 and Senior standing. No credit given if credit received for HUM 414. Fall and Spring.

Liberal Arts - Special Topics and Colloquia

  
  • LA 171-4 - Special Topics in Liberal Arts

    (1-4)
    Courses not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See program director.
  
  • LA 178 - Liberal Arts First-Year Colloquium (DEPT 178)

    (3-4)
    A topical seminar for all incoming freshmen and first‐year students with less than 25 hours of college credit. The course introduces the study and construction of knowledge in the liberal arts setting, and addresses perspectives on knowledge acquisition, skill development, cognitive growth and aesthetic appreciation. The responsibilities, challenges and rewards of college life, as well as the culture and opportunities specific to life in Asheville and at UNC Asheville will also be emphasized. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements. Students may receive credit for only one section of LA 178. No credit given if credit received for LA 378. Fall and Spring.
  
  • LA 271-4 - Special Topics in Liberal Arts

    (1-4)
    Courses not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See program director.
  
  • LA 371-4 - Special Topics in Liberal Arts

    (1-4)
    Courses not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See program director.
  
  • LA 378 - Liberal Arts Colloquium for Transfer Students (DEPT 378)

    (3-4)
    A topical seminar for students with prior college experience who are in their first semester at UNC Asheville. The course introduces the study and construction of knowledge in the liberal arts setting that is UNC Asheville. The culture and opportunities specific to life in Asheville and at UNC Asheville will also be emphasized. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements. Prerequisite: 25 or more transferable semester hours. Students may receive credit for only one section of LA 378. No credit given if credit received for LA 178. See department chair.
  
  • LA 471-4 - Special Topics in Liberal Arts

    (1-4)
    Courses not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See program director.

Literature

  
  • LIT 240 - Introduction to Literature

    (4)
    Introduction to literary studies focusing on developing reading, communication and interpretive skills as well as serving as an introduction to methodology and terminology. Prerequisite: LANG 120. Fall and Spring.
 

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