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Bridge Learning Community Sections

Bridge learning communities include a first-year seminar and one or more linked courses. They begin with a five-day program the week before classes begin. Learn more about Bridge and learning communities

Mass Media and You (SLA-BE 499 33780)

SLA-BE 499
33780

Planning to work in a media career? Or just want to understand how the media shapes your views of self and the world, your political viewpoints, the information we "know" and why? We will use collaborative and hands-on learning experiences, investigative and networking skills, engagement and community projects, and visits to the offices of leading media professionals in the city.

Eligibility

Open to all students

Courses

SLA-S 100
26275
2 CR.
R 10:30–11:45A
JOUR-J 110
22702
3 CR.
TR 12:00–1:15P
COMM-M 150
22199
3 CR.
TR 1:30–2:45P

Learning Community Sections

Learning communities include a first-year seminar and one or more linked courses. Learn more about learning communities

And Justice for All? (SLA-BE 499 33777)

SLA-BE 499
33777

What does it mean to live in a just society? In this Learning Community, we explore themes of justice, fairness, and democracy, by looking at United States history and politics and the way the rules of American society and government affect "We the People", and we will question the possibility of reaching the ideal of liberty and justice for all.

Eligibility

Open to all students

Courses

SLA-S 100
25197
2 CR.
MW 1:30–2:45P
POLS-Y 103
23424
3 CR.
MW 12:00–1:15P
HIST-H 105
22607
3 CR.
MW 9:00–10:15A

Race, Conflict, and Peaceful Communication (SLA-BE 499 33778)

SLA-BE 499
33778

Race is a key dividing line and source of conflict in American society. Ever wonder why that is? How can you contribute productively to the American dialogue on race and ethnicity? Join this Learning Community which explores issues of culture, race, and communication through the disciplines of sociology and public speaking. Participants will compete for Curtis Memorial Speech Contest scholarships.

Eligibility

Open to all students

Courses

SLA-S 100
25198
2 CR.
TR 3:00–4:15P
SOC-R 100
26848
3 CR.
TR 1:30–2:45P
COMM-R 110
22208
3 CR.
TR 10:30–11:45A

Frankenstein: Imagination, Creation, and Ethical Behavior (SLA-BE 499 33779)

SLA-BE 499
33779

Frankenstein was a creation of imagination, yet the story brings up many ethical questions, the kinds of questions that govern everyday life as humans. This TLC examines what is the right thing to do, through surveys of philosophical thought, case studies and theoretical problems, imaginative literature, and films. A public address by a noted Bradbury scholar is also a highlight.

Eligibility

Open to all students

Courses

SLA-S 100
28622
2 CR.
MW 10:30–11:45A
ENG-L 115
27329
3 CR.
MW 12:00–1:15P

Standalone First-Year Seminar Sections

Standalone first-year seminars are one or two credit classes that begin during the first week of classes and are not tied to any other courses. Learn more about standalone first-year seminars

SLA-S 100: Focus on Your Future

Course #	Credits	Schedule	Eligibility
28186	2	F 10:30-1:00 PM	Liberal Arts students

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