Cities, Sanctuaries and
Social Change
13 Credit Hours

Local and global history comes alive as students explore the rise of African American institutions, in this area, since the abolitionistmovement and Reconstruction. With a focus on the changing cultural, political, and economic structures of the local urban experience, students will visit historic landmarks to examine the sites where much of the history being studied has taken place. This Learning Community is ideal for students who want to study history in the context of contemporary cultural reality.

Courses:

• ASC 101 – Introduction to University Life
• ENG 101 – Freshman English
• HIS 216 – History of African Americans Since 1877
• UST 202 – Cleveland Past, Present and Future: The African American Experience

Colors of Mind: History, Culture and Social Life
12 Credit Hours

Trace the patterns of the African Diaspora and explore the historic events that contribute to contemporary notions of race, color, diversity and the aesthetic, multi-cultural perceptions associated with the range of skin colors. Patterns of dance, theatre and otherethnic forms of cultural expressions will be examined. Students will gain deeper understanding of the connection between history, patterns of thinking and color biases that contribute to thecreation of social and political systems and contemporary issues.

Courses:

• ANT 270 – African American Culture
• ASC 101 – Introduction to University Life
• BST 200 – Introduction to Black Studies
• DAN 201 – Introduction to Dance

Computer and Information Science
12 Credit Hours

Students interested in a Computer and Information Science major will enjoy this opportunity. It is a rigorous course of study examining the history of computing, evolving and expanding use of computing technology in the business environment, management of computing resources, ethics, security and future trends. Students in this Learning Community will be introduced to opportunities for application of learning in Internship situations.

Courses:

• BUS 101 – Introduction to University Life for Business Interested Students
• CIS 260 – Intro to Programming
• MTH 181 – Calculus I
• PHL 215 – Engineering Ethics

Demystifying Math and Science: Unveiling the
Secrets to Success
12 Credit Hours

Learn about the practice of teaching in contemporary environments and Education as a profession. Using technology, combined with enhanced teaching strategies, instructors will teach strategies and practice methods that demystify math and science principles helping students understand and achieve greater success. Students will be actively involved with Service Learning Projects that provide opportunity for immediate application and deeper understanding.

Courses:

• ASC 101 – Introduction to University Life
• EDC 300 – Diversity in Educational Settings
• MTH 127 – Mathematics for Elementary/ Middle School Teachers
• PHY 115 – Physics, Technology
  and Society
• PHY 103 – Physics Lab

Energy and the City
13 Credit Hours

In this Learning Community students will engage in the scientific study of matter, energy, force and motion with an emphasis on the social and cultural implications for urban development including planning, technological, economic, and political implications. Joining with another Learning Community, students will participate in a variety of co-curricular activities including field trips and interactive laboratory sessions.

Courses:

• ASC 101 – Introduction to University Life
• ENG 101 – Freshman English
• PHY 115 – Physics, Technology and Society
• PHY 103 – Physics Lab
• UST 200 – Introduction to
  Urban Studies

Gender Matters: Exploring the Social Significance of Sex
12 Credit Hours

This Learning community offers a progressive and penetrating study of changing gender roles and the impact of these changes on family,workplace dynamics, politics, health, and equity in modern society. Students will conduct an interdisciplinary study of the biological, sociological and cultural significance of sex in educational, political and social settings and strive to understand the social significance of sex as an important factor of modern society. Students in this Learning Community will be actively involved in a Service Learning Project.

Courses:

• ASC 101 – Introduction to University Life
• ENG 101 – Freshman English
• SOC 201 – Race, Class and Gender
• WST 151 – Introduction to Women’s Studies

Images, Social Action
and Change
12 Credit Hours

This Community is a powerful and constructive way for tomorrow’s leaders to imagine the future and examine the role of leadership in society. Understand the nature of effective moral, ethical, social, artistic and economic dimensions of leadership. Students will closely examine real-time contemporary issues with hands-on application of theories. Using strong analytical and critical thinking skills, students will develop strategies for organizing and leading positive social action.

Courses:

• ANT 100 – Human Diversity
• ASC 101 – Introduction to University Life
• MTH 087 – Basic Math and Algebra for Liberal Arts
• MTH 089 – Math Laboratory –
  Application, Practice and Preview
• SWK 493 – Community Leadership
  Development Seminar

Life, Leadership and Logic
12 Credit Hours

Students will examine contemporary societal issues and the various ways in which we try to make sense of our worlds, analyze situations, define realities, and engage with others in society. Issues of personal and shared responsibility for society and its members will be considered in the context of the way we live our lives and construct our worlds. Students will be challenged to examine old ways of knowing as they develop strong analytical skills and explore this theme in the context of their own lives and visions for the future.

Courses:

• ASC 101 – Introduction to University Life
• ENG 090 – Introductory Writing
• PHL 130 – Deductive Logic
• SWK 200 – Introduction to Social Work

Politics of the
Global Market Place
17 Credit Hours

Students will study contemporary topics in business, influences of politics and governing structures, technologies, cultural competencies and ethics.The primary focus will be emerging trends in the global market place.This Learning Community will challenge our ways of thinking and operating in global business environments. Students will participate in a variety of co-curricular learning activities and field trips.

Courses:

• BUS 101 – Intro to University Life for Business Students
• BUS 193 – The World of Business
• ENG 101 – Freshman English
• MTH 151,152,153 – Math Concepts
• PSC 231 – International Politics

Power, Passion and Privilege
16 Credit Hours

How do selected groups acquire and operate on the basis of power, passion and privilege? Examine the ways in which language and privilege serve as instruments to create and sustain hierarchies and influence social and cross-cultural interactions. Students will explore how cultures of domination are created and how wisdom serves the interest of peace and peace making as we shape our worlds. Lectures, demonstrations, films, co-curricular activities, and frequent participation with diverse groups are important features in this interdisciplinary study.

Courses:

• ANT 260 – Language, Culture and Society
• ASC 101 – Introduction to University Life
• CSC 224 – Career Exploration
• ENG 101 – Freshman English
• REL 265 – Religion and Culture

Science in Service
to Society
12 Credit Hours

This Learning Community includes foundation courses to explore a range of careers in Health Care. Implications of new scientific discoveries, use of technologies, and ethics in the profession will be explored. Students will be actively involved in co-curricular activities and a variety of service learning opportunities for hands-on and real-time learning.

Courses:

• ASC 101 – Introduction to University Life
• BIO 266 – Human Anatomy and Physiology
• BIO 267 – Human Anatomy and
  Physiology Lab
• HSC 200 – Introduction to
  Health Sciences
• MTH 147 – Statistical concepts
  with Applications