It presents a survey of the way various disciplines examine the question of how society is organized. This course introduces African, Latin American, Middle Eastern or Asian perspectives. Focus is on social, political and economic, as well as artistic, cultural and intellectual subject matter. The material is presented within a geographical, chronological and humanities background. This course in problem-solving skills is designed to prepare students for individual research.
Students assist in planning the course content, methods and requirements.
Sections usually have less than 10 students. This course focuses on different topics each semester. Students can choose to take this course as a replacement for the social science requirement. This two-semester sequence in the senior year includes the research, writing and public presentation of a thesis or creative project. The topic is determined by the student in consultation with the Honors Director and the process is completed under the direction of a faculty mentor.