The content of this course focuses on novels written between 1983 and 2004 by women who identify as Caribbean even though they may not live or have been born in that part of the world. All but one of the novels used in the course were originally written in English. I, Tituba was written in French and translated into English. The novels to be read are set in several different countries (Haiti, the Dominican Republic, Barbados, Antiqua, Cuba); but as Caribbean women's fiction, they share common themes and ways of perceiving the world.

Global Music in a Diverse World raises critical consciousness of diverse populations through the exploration of various musical and cultural traditions from around the world. Examples include Indonesia, Puerto Rico, Ghana, Argentina, Jazz, Gospel and other traditions. These cultures will be studied within the broader context of rituals, memory, migration, politics, transmission, identity and life-cycle events. Students will learn through directed reading, listening, online group discussion, giving online presentations and attending live performances.

At its best, theatre helps us understand who we are; it can explain, examine, ridicule, or celebrate the human condition. Gender is a fundamental aspect of personal and social identity. It is a biological, psychological, and cultural category of paramount importance. In addition, gender is often a criterion for social stratification and differing political treatment, as well as a favored symbol for expressing essential values and beliefs.

Multicultural America Literature addresses questions of cultural difference through analysis of contemporary hyphenated-American narratives by authors such as Toni Morrison and Jhumpa Lahiri. Students will examine how character choices and options are culturally shaped and socially bordered. Against the background of dominant white culture, students will explore the common ground among these cultures-conflicts between genders and generations as well as assimilation pressure. Students will also compare their own cultural identities with those represented in the narratives they analyze.

This writing and reading intensive course provides university transfer students an introduction to the academic and social elements of college. Students will explore what it means to be a critical thinker and a part of the college community. Students will gain an appreciation of the importance of general education within a liberal education. In the exploration of these concepts students will develop the skills to be a successful college student. Restricted to students in the Associate of Arts or Associate of Science program.

Courses on topics of interdisciplinary or thematic nature offered on the basis of need, interest, or timeliness. Prerequisites as determined by the instructor. Restricted to students with freshman or sophomore standing. May be repeated for credit. For specific section description, click to the Section Details in VitNet.

Introductory internship experience. Internship sites are usually off campus, generally part-time, and often without pay. This introductory level experience provides the opportunity for freshmen and sophomores to gain internship experience in an area not directly related to their major, explore career options, and earn academic credit for the experience. See the office of Career Services three to six months prior to the time an internship is planned. Requires a 2.0 GPA. Students must register for credit prior to the start date of the internship.

This course will ask TRIO students to consider their personal definition of success and consider how they can achieve academic success. Topics include mindset, resillience, change, deliberate practice, time management, stress management, and other related topics. The class format is a combination of lecture, small group activities, and discussion. Restricted to students with freshman or sophomore standing. Students must be in the TRIO program.

This course will ask TRIO pre-nursing students to consider their personal definition of success and consider how they can achieve academic success. Topics include adjustment issues, effective learning, growth mindset, challenge mindset, resilience, time management, goal setting, stress management, self-advocacy behaviors, and other related topics. The class format is a combination of lecture, small group activities, guest speakers, videos, and discussion. Restricted to pre-nursing students in the TRIO program.

This comprehensive course aims to equip TRIO students with essential skills and knowledge necessary for both academic and personal success throughout their college journey. Through a series of engaging activities, discussions, and hands-on experiences, students will be able to navigate campus resources effectively, leverage technology ethically to enhance their work, and develop proficiency in college-level reading, research, and writing.