Courses

This course is about water on earth, and the content will integrate scientific elements from the disciplines of atmospheric science, geography, geology, hydrology, oceanography, and water resources. The course is organized based on the large-scale elements of the hydrologic cycle and the smaller-scale elements of the water balance concept, especially as they affect water resources. Natural Science

A study of the historical and philosophical origins of this major school of Japanese Buddhism, examining the actual experiences of Zen and reflecting on their cross-cultural (American and Christian) appropriation.

Film, theater and poetry in the turbulent era prior to the Nazi terror; conducted in German.

Study of the history of the American West from European contact to the present. Topics will include the role of the US government, the effects of American expansionism on immigrants and indigenous populations, and struggles over resources and territory.

An exploration of the major historiographical works and controversies of the American West from European contact to the present.

This course is an introduction to the fundamentals of bookbinding and letterpress printing, with an emphasis on the unique conceptual and narrative potentials of the book form. Content generation and design will be explored alongside instruction about studio equipment, studio practice, and the fundamental techniques and materials used in hand book work. Through readings and studio assignments, students will learn about type setting, registration, imposition, and press operation.

This course aids first time students in their transition to the institution; exposes new students to the broad educational opportunities of the institution; and integrates new students into the life of the institution.

The Wiregrass Writing Project is the local affiliate of the Alabama Writing Project and the National Writing Project. The National Writing Project strives to improve student writing achievement by improving the teaching and learning of writing in the nation's schools. The 165 sites operate on a teachers teaching teachers model.

A study of the didactic literature (Job, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and Song of Solomon) focusing on their authorship, background, purpose, and message. Attention is given to the critical methodologies advanced to define the genre of wisdom literature as well as methods of composition and principles of interpretation.

The study and performance of ensemble literature for woodwinds.