Learning Communities Fall 2024

Authors and Artists

Immerse yourself in the analysis and theories of art as we travel from 1920s Paris to 1930s Mexico City, to 1980s New York reading about the fascinating lives of those who changed the art world. See for yourself the transformative power of visual representation as we dare to examine what it means to create. Grapple with how artists and art are portrayed in literature and how to examine your own ideas of art through academic discourse. This class is an exploration of the creation and interpretation of visual art through writing and personal engagement.

ART105-0L3, CRN 35019 {Introduction to Visual Art}       (3)credits

Instructor: Stephany Rimland  Tuesday/Thursday 12:30-pm-1:45pm

ENG102-0L3, CRN 31173  {Composition II}                       (3)credits 

Instructor: Kurt Hemmer        Tuesday/Thursday  11:00am-12:15pm

* You must register for both classes at the same time

Empowering Voices: English, College Success, and Digital Storytelling

Will be offered as a Flex Learning class

This Flex Learning class allows students to attend class in person or stream in if they are unable to come to campus. Professors Contreras and Whalen encourage you to come to campus for optimal engagement, but the option to stream in is available if needed. Students streaming-in will interact with the class and sometimes small groups during the class session.

If you choose this Flex Learning Community, you will embark on a transformative journey where English connects personal development with essential college success skills.  This course incorporates the art of digital storytelling, offering you a creative platform to express yourself authentically while honing critical thinking and communication skills. The professor work together to create connected assignments and create a sense of community to provide support and increase overall student success.

ENG101-XL2, CRN 35269 {Composition I}       (3)credits

Instructor: Ana Contreras 

FYS101-XL2, CRN 34493  {First Year Seminar}                       (3)credits 

Instructor: Stephanie Whalen       

* You must register for both classes at the same time

Intercultural Dialogue and Exchange

Are you the type of person who likes to meet new people from all over the world? Join this Learning Community to connect with students overseas and discuss issues relevant to our global society. You will gain college writing, communication, and study skills that you’ll need to succeed in school and your future career. In these classes, you will practice self-reflection and intercultural communication.

ENG101-0L8, CRN 34489 {Composition I}           (3)credits 

Instructor: Richard Johnson  Tuesday/Thursday 9:30am-10:45am

FYS101-0L8, CRN 35941  {First Year Seminar}    (3)credits

 Instructor: Kimberly Jaeger         Tuesday/Thursday  11:00am-12:15pm

* You must register for both classes at the same time

Rock & Roll

The Rock and Roll course examines the history of a genre whose enormous impact on popular culture can still be seen today. As we trace its influence, we will explore the connections between rock lyrics and poetry, examining common themes and conversations across these mediums. The course gives you the opportunity to fulfill General Education requirements while simultaneously analyzing some of the most dynamic art forms of our time.

LIT105-0L6, CRN 36137 {Poetry}       (3)credits

Instructor: Maggie McKinley    Monday/Wednesday 12:30-pm-1:45pm

ENG102-0L3, CRN 33495  {Composition II}         (3)credits 

Instructor: Kurt Hemmer          Monday/Wednesday  11:00am-12:15pm

* You must register for both classes at the same time