ARTH 101
Survey of Art and Culture I
Survey of Art and Culture I examines painting, sculpture, and architectural styles from ancient cultures to the proto-Renaissance era. An emphasis is placed on understanding the historical and global contexts of art movements and analyzing the works of individual artists.
ARTH 102
Survey of Art and Culture II
Surveys painting, sculpture, and architectural styles from the Renaissance to the present. Emphasizes the historical context of art movements as well as analysis of the work of individual artists.
ARTH 105
History of Design
This course surveys the history of design from the earliest stages of the printing press and other production tools including photographic processes to contemporary and evolving applications. A wide-range of periods specifically within the history of graphic and photographic design will be explored as well as the influences of craft, industry, technology, philosophy, religion and other cultural forces associated with style. Historical contexts will also be examined as well the connection between “design work” and the “fine arts” of the same period.
ARTH 110
Art Appreciation
An introductory course in art which explores the creative processes of humankind, its usage of specific traditional and contemporary media for communication and the study of periods and styles in art as they relate to the human condition. The course will explore the nature of art, the evaluation of art, and the processes and materials of art. The students will examine the formal elements of design and look at a wide variety of both two and three-dimensional artworks and will learn about the processes and tools involved in their creation.
HUMA 100
Theatre Appreciation
The purpose of Theatre Appreciation is to develop understanding, appreciation and critical perceptions of the theatrical event. The course will approach theatre as an art form, an entertainment medium and as a vehicle for self-expression. Emphasis will be placed on the history of theatre, acting, directing, playwriting, theatre technology, costume design, scenic design, and lighting design. Active participation in the playwriting, acting, directing and designing processes will be provided. The course will also require attendance at theatrical events to offer firsthand experience in theatre arts.
HUMA 117
Introduction to Music Theory
This introductory course will emphasize the practical learning of basic music skills and will cover fundamental music terminology, notation and structure. Sight singing and listening skills will also be developed through examples drawn from a wide variety of musical styles.
HUMA 118
Music Appreciation
Introduces the student to music with an emphasis on critical listening. Surveys a variety of genres, composers and their compositions. Students will evaluate music as an art form, an entertainment medium and as a vehicle for self-expression. The reciprocal relationship of music on and by culture will be investigated. It is strongly recommended that students attend a musical event to gain firsthand experience in music. No previous background in music required.
HUMA 201
Humanities Prehistory
Introduces the student to a wide variety of unique creations of the individual imagination. The overall purpose of the course is to deepen and broaden the student’s enjoyment of the humanistic disciplines at both the level of feeling and the level of understanding from pre-history to the renaissance.
HUMA 292
Intro to Global Studies
Discusses topics of current interest in human services. Identifies and offers various special topics during each term under this course number.
PHIL 101
Introduction to Philosophy
Introduces the student to recurring ideas and thought systems represented in the literature and lives of great thinkers and examines philosophical principles such as foundations of morality, skepticism, the nature of knowledge, the nature of mind, free will and determinism, and the existence of God. Emphasizes the evaluation of arguments and analysis of concepts.
PHIL 102
Introduction to Ethics
Introduces the student to the ethical domain as a field of philosophy by examining major concepts such as happiness, virtues and rules and applies them to practical moral problems.
PHIL 213
Logic
Introduces the student to logic as a field of philosophy by examining the structure of argument and applying critical thinking skills.
PHIL 220
Philosophy of Religion
Analyzes issues basic to understanding religion, including the problem of evil, free will and divine foreknowledge, arguments for the existence of God, relationship of faith and reason, and arguments for personal immortality.