This course introduces students to the demands and conventions of academic reading and writing. It focuses on analyzing texts, building effective arguments, and using evidence and secondary source material. Instruction on the stages of the writing process,…
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This intensive workshop-style course is for strong writers who wish to write creative nonfiction—that is, nonfiction prose that makes use of literary techniques to tell true stories—but who have little formal experience with the genre. We read exemplary works…
Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine has renewed attention to authoritarian politics, but it also raises a deeper question: how do modern authoritarian regimes maintain stability while undertaking high-risk policies. This course examines the political…
How would you choose the ideal worker out of 400 applicants? Is it possible to predict employee motivation? Are virtual teams more effective than in-person teams? Questions like these can be answered through the help of industrial and organizational (I/O)…
This course is a broad introduction to the main issues of contemporary Chinese politics and social change. Although there is a strong focus on the reform period (post-1978), we also spend considerable time and energy on understanding the previous century of…
What caused the American Revolution? What were the Revolution's consequences? Who was responsible? We examine the tumultuous events in British North America from 1760 to 1775, the years of war, and the aftermath of the war in the creation of the United…
For centuries, the Arctic as well as Antarctic have been backdrops for stories told at the edges of human experience. From seeking elusive trade routes to testing our mettle to making discoveries, our dreams and nightmares have been projected on and played…
This beginner-level German course is ideal for students with little to no prior experience in the language. Students develop essential skills in speaking, listening, reading, and writing, providing a strong foundation for communication in everyday situations.…
This course is an introduction to the strategic way of thinking and a primer on the mathematical theory of games. Students learn about game theory through a combination of analytical techniques and a series of in-class and take-home exercises. Applications…
This course is designed for students seeking preparation for EXPO E-25 and for others wanting to review such basics of academic argument as thesis, evidence, and structure. Short writing assignments help students develop the skills essential for producing…
This course covers the principles and practices of brand management. The course content focuses on applied strategies and tactics used by marketers to build and reinforce successful global brands for products, services, and corporate social responsibility.
Museums are essential public institutions, but their impact is limited if no one walks through the doors. Too often, museums fall into the build it, and they will come trap, resulting in empty galleries, zombie websites, and missed connections. This course…
Herman Melville's epic tale of Captain Ahab, Ishmael, Starbuck, and Queequeg and their pursuit—on the Pequod —of the titular white whale first appeared in 1851. From then until the present day, the extravagant thematic and structural experiments and demands…
Using the online Perseus database of classical texts, students learn a subset of ancient Greek that is sufficient to read the theorems and proofs in Euclid's Elements , Books 1-4. The course also explores, in English, non-Euclidean geometry and modern…
This tutorial helps students develop an academically strong thesis proposal. During the semester, they map critical issues of project design such as scope, background, methodology, and expected outcomes. Students are encouraged to contact their research…
This course deals with human behavior in a variety of organizations. Conceptual frameworks, case discussions, and skill-oriented activities are applied to each topic. Topics include communications, motivation, group dynamics, leadership, power, and…
How did one break the law in early modern Europe (circa 1500-1800) and its colonies abroad? What were the possible and typical punishments for such transgressions? What recourse did the accused have? And how did secular systems of justice differ from their…
This course introduces the basic concepts of data analysis and statistical computing, both increasingly used in the social sciences and the humanities. The emphasis is on the practical application of quantitative reasoning, visualization, and data analysis.…
Biotechnology (biotech) is one of the most capital-intensive and high-risk industries in the world, requiring founders and leaders to navigate complex funding pathways across scientific, regulatory, and commercial milestones. This course provides a…
In this course, students begin developing a screenplay or teleplay they continue in the capstone semester. Through writing exercises, close reading of film and television scripts, and writing workshops, students explore the world of their project—its…
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