A Course in Multicultural Awareness Devoted primarily to an examination of basic values held in American society concerning race, cultural pluralism and ethnicity. Course content includes history, literature and social thought. Science, Technology and Society Explores such issues as the role of government and private industry in the development of technologies, the ethical decisions that must be made in technological development and the distinction between science and technology. HON 200R Animal Welfare Examines the biological basis of animal welfare. Topics include the evolution of domestic animals, physiological and behavioral measurements of stress, welfare assessment and pain perception.
Case studies examine the use of animals for companionship, food, medical research and entertainment.
HON 300H Research and Information Science Provides an introduction to research for the undergraduate honors student, incorporating research strategies, types of research and major information sources in different subject areas. A Colloquium on Contemporary Women's Issues Examines contemporary women's issues in America through a multi-disciplinary approach. It brings attention to the experiences, contributions and special concerns of women in American life. Honors Abroad Offers honors students participating in the JMU Semester Abroad Program an opportunity to earn honors credit. The topic of the seminar will be developed by the students in consultation with the director of the Honors Program.