An introduction to the intellectual tradition of the western world through reading and discussion of classic works.

Interdisciplinary study of the traditions of Asian countries, dealing with historical contexts and literary and artistic expressions.

An exploration of African American, Asian American, Hispanic American and Native American cultures from historical, literary and artistic perspectives.

Explores major religious and non-religious worldviews by examining the history, literature, rituals, and teachings of representative Eastern and Western religious traditions, as well as influential ancient and modern critiques of religion. We will also consider the ways in which people construct worldviews, as well as the possibilities for inter-religious dialogue.

This interdisciplinary course analyzes the rise and development of modernities in Asian countries and cultures and their intersections with Asian traditions.

A study of the political and economic viewpoints on key value issues in society, exploring the influence of seminal thinkers.

Designed to involve students in synthesizing, analyzing and evaluating visual art, music, theatre, dance, and understanding its impact on, and relationship to, society.

An investigation through primary readings into the questions: How has our century been coming of age? Into what age have we come?

Investigate the search for meaning by world thinkers and study the relevance of their search to our own.

An examination of the conflicts between sets of ideas in modern times in both the West and the Third World.

Examine the ideas of artists, philosophers and scientists regarding the role of play in intellectual insight and artistic creation.

Explores our global system using science and non-science disciplines. The global framework is used to study one current global issue that faces human societies.