Students are expected to perform elementary mathematics, think critically, observe, make interpretations, conduct research, and present their opinions based on their work. The scientific method is the cornerstone of the course's endeavors, and evening observations become an intricate part of the attempt to answer questions. An interdisciplinary approach with biology and chemistry, as well as astronomy, used to search out answers.
Specific content varies from semester to semester.
FILM Honors course focusing on the comparative, interdisciplinary study of literary and cinematic narrative. Discussion centers on transformation of the narrative from literary origin to film adaptation. Texts include Rashomon, Kiss of the Spiderwoman, Lolita, The Joy Luck Club, the Age of Innocence and others. Primary purpose of course is to promote knowledge, understanding, love of the creative process, and appreciation of contributions that great writers, artists and philosophers have made to humanity. While some topics might vary from one semester to the next, a core of themes in art, literature and philosophy explored from a global, interdisciplinary perspective remain constant.