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Catalog of Courses for Engaging the Liberal Arts

ELA 1500
Engaging the Liberal Arts: The First Year

Courses designed for first-year students that will help them adjust and adapt to college and learn about the many resources and opportunities available to them as they pursue their liberal arts degree.

Course was offered:  Spring 2017
ELA 1559
New Course in Engaging the Liberal Arts

Courses on variable topics that will help students adjust and adapt to college and learn about the many resources and opportunities available to them as they pursue their liberal arts degree.

ELA 2110
Academic Realities and Strategies for Success

Academic Realities & Strategies for Success is a 1-credit, graded course that introduces students who have struggled academically in the previous semester to effective study strategies, University resources & life skills that support student success. Class covers a range of content relevant to academic performance, including time & stress management, critical thinking skills, & life strategies for achieving success in the college environment.

ELA 2500
Engaging the Liberal Arts: The Second Year

Courses designed for second-year students that will help them adjust and adapt to college and learn about the many resources and opportunities available to them as they pursue their liberal arts degree.

Course was offered:  Spring 2019 · Spring 2018
ELA 2559
New Course in Engaging the Liberal Arts

Courses on variable topics that will help students (1) identify and prepare for a major in the College and (2) learn about the many resources and opportunities available to them as they pursue their liberal arts degree.

ELA 2600
Collect, Select, Reflect

Transcripts and resumes in the 21st century have to be more than documentation on paper. This is not only because computers have become ubiquitous, but also because digital technology allows us to represent who we are to others and to ourselves in more multi-dimensional ways than print can. In this class you will assemble three e-portfolios. Together students will view, critique, and give feedback to each other's work.

ELA 2610
Liberal Arts and the Health Professions

Students explore how insights from various disciplines inform their understanding of healthcare. Guest lectures and informational interviews connect students with healthcare professionals to gain a better understanding of the various health professions and to assess their own career goals. Students develop skills in interdisciplinary research and problem solving, in oral and written communication, and the integration of diverse perspectives.

ELA 3559
New Course in Engaging the Liberal Arts

Courses on variable topics that help students translate their liberal arts education into the world of work.

Course was offered:  Spring 2016
ELA 4559
New Course in Engaging the Liberal Arts

Courses on variable topics that help students translate their liberal arts education into the world of work.

Course was offered:  Fall 2016 · Spring 2016 · Fall 2015