Honors Program

Honors Classes Fall 2007

ALCE 1602.8842	TR	9:30 - 12:20 p.m.
Carole Lester & Bonnie Blackman	447078	E070
Global Studies, Learning Community American Stories-In the People's Words: The Influence of American Culture in the Global Community: This 6 credit hour learning community will explore U.S. history, culture & literature and their relationship to the Global Community. . Students will receive credit for either ENGL. 1302, 2326, 2327, 2328 or 2342 and either HIST 1301 or 1302, HUMA 1315 or 2319.8842.
ALCE 1603.8863	MWF	12:20 - 2:20 p.m.
Baker/Simpson	447261	E070
Learning Community, Peace Studies Blood, Sweat, and Tears: The Foundation of a Nation: An analytical look at the turbulent times of the United States from pre-history and early European explorers through Reconstruction. Students will develop analytical skills through discussions, critical readings, and critical writings. Those enrolled will receive 6 credit hours in ENGL 1301 and HIST 1301.
CUST 2370.8095	TR	11:00 - 12:20 p.m.
Miguel Marrero	447010	F281
Global Studies, LAS Representation of Latin American Dictatorships in Literature and Film: In this course we will cover history, literature, and film of dictators in Argentina, Cuba, Chile, and the Dominican Republic. This is a discussion based course.
CUST 2370.8096	TR	12:30 - 1:50 p.m.
Carlos Rovelo	459022	S123
*Global Studies, LAS* This course is designed to introduce students to the cultural, economic, educational, historical, political, and social aspects of the Mexican-American experience.
ECON 2311.8095	INET	OnLine
Fred Newbury	451706	INET
Global Studies The Economics of Global Issues: This course will focus on the economic, political and social issues which impact the global economy as well as systems used for overall planning for economic development. Special attention will be given to U.S. and European political and economic exchanges. This is an on-line, internet course which will combine students from Richland and Saratov State University in Russia (as well as other European Colleges) in active dialogue and discussion. There will be three on-campus sessions which will involve a video link-up with students from both institutions. For more information log on to http://ecampus.dcccd.edu
ENGL 1301.8201 &	MWF	10:10 - 12:10 p.m.
ENGL 1302.8201	MWF	10:10 - 12:10 p.m.
Betty Musgrave		N133
Global Studies Req'd Must also register for ENGL 1302.8201: This class is part of a combined ENGL 1301/1302 course. ENGL 1301.8201 meets 8/27 - 10/18 and ENGL 1302.8201 meets 10/22 - 12/13.
ENGL 1301.8863	MWF	12:20 - 1:15 p.m.
Suzie Baker	451192	E070
LrnComm, Peace Studies Blood, Sweat, and Tears: The Foundation of a Nation: This class is part of a 6 credit hour learning community. For more information about and how to enroll in this class refer to the ALCE 1603.8863 class listing.
ENGL 1302.8095 or	TR	12:30 - 1:50 p.m.
ENGL 2342.8095	TR	12:30 - 1:50 p.m.
Rosemarie Kaffenberger & Jane Peterson		D142
Address the theme of "Myths to Live By" and explore mythic patterns through fiction, film, poetry and essays in this team-taught, interdisciplinary course. Students who have completed ENGL 1302 may register for ENGL 2342.8095.
ENGL 1302.8096 or	TR	12:30 - 1:50 p.m.
ENGL 2326.8096 or	TR	12:30 - 1:50 p.m.
ENGL 2342.8096	TR	12:30 - 1:50 p.m.
Miguel Marrero		D151
Global Studies, LAS Sexuality, Exile and Community: Through literature and film, we will explore Latin American identities, specifically those that are shaped by various socio-political circumstances. This is a discussion based course. Students who have completed ENGL 1302 may register for ENGL 2326.8096.
ENGL 1302.8842	TR	9:30 - 10:50 a.m.
Bonnie Blackman	447085	E070
Global Studies, LrnComm American Stories-In the People's Words: The Influence of American Culture in the Global Community: This class is part of a 6 credit hour learning community. For more information about and how to enroll in this class refer to the ALCE 1602.8842 class listing.
ENGL 2307.8097 or	MWF	11:15 - 12:10 p.m.
ENGL 2342.8097	MWF	11:15 - 12:10 p.m.
TBA		S107
Receive instruction in creative writing & edit *Parallax*, the Richland Literature/Art journal. Students who have credit for ENGL 2307 may register for ENGL 2342.8596.
ENGL 2326.8842 or	TR	9:30 - 10:50 a.m.
ENGL 2327.8842 or	TR	9:30 - 10:50 a.m.
ENGL 2328.8842 or	TR	9:30 - 10:50 a.m.
ENGL 2342.8842	TR	9:30 - 10:50 a.m.
Bonnie Blackman		E070
Global Studies, Learning Community American Stories-In the People's Words: The Influence of American Culture in the Global Community: This class is part of a 6 credit hour learning community. For more information about and how to enroll in this class refer to the ALCE 1602.8842 class listing.
ENGL 2333.8095 or	TR	11:00 - 12:20 p.m.
ENGL 2343.8095	TR	11:00 - 12:20 p.m.
William Matter & Gary John	450463	TBA
Global Studies Quest for World Community: Examine themes and ideas relating to World Community through literature & film in the team-taught interdisciplinary course. Students who have taken ENGL 2333 may register for ENGL 2343.8095.
ENGL 2333.8096 or	MWF	10:10 - 11:05 a.m.
ENGL 2343.8096	MWF	10:10 - 11:05 a.m.
Deborah Scally	450462	E089
Global Studies, ASIA Anima: Research and discuss the Japanese art of animation or anima in this seminar style course. Students who have taken ENGL 2333 may register for ENGL 2343.8098.
ENGL 2333.8097 or	TR	11:15 - 12:10 p.m.
ENGL 2343.8097	TR	11:15 - 12:10 p.m.
William Wells		S107
Aliens, Vampires, Wizards: Science fiction, fantasy and horror. Video games, film and other media used.
GOVT 2301.8095	TR	12:30 - 1:50 p.m.
Vallye Ezell	447084	N235
Through class discussion, lecture and reading contemporary articles on current political issues, the focus will be on social political theory and its influence on today's U.S. and Texas politics.
HIST 1301.8842	TR	11:00 - 12:20 p.m.
HIST 1302.8842	TR	11:00 - 12:20 p.m.
Carole Lester		E070
Global Studies, Learning Community American Stories-In the People's Words: The Influence of American Culture in the Global Community: These classes are part of a 6 credit hour learning community. For more information about and how to enroll in this class refer to the ALCE 1602.8842 class listing.
HIST 1301.8863	MWF	1:25 - 2:20 p.m.
Patrick Simpson	451232	E070
Peace Studies, Learning Community Blood, Sweat, and Tears: This class is part of a 6 credit hour learning community. For more information about and how to enroll in this class refer to the ALCE 1603.8863 class listing.
HIST 1302.8095	TR	9:30 - 10:50 a.m.
Curtis Thomas	446292	TBA
Global Studies class Coming Out of the Ice: Explore U.S. and European history focusing on the end of the Cold War and the "break-up" of the Soviet Union.
HIST 1302.8096	M	9:05 - 10:25 a.m.
HIST 2322.8096	M	9:05 - 10:25 a.m.
Carole Lester		TBA
Global Studies, Campus-Based OnLine The Eagle and the Bear: A comparative history of 20th century U.S. and Russia with special attention to social, political, and cultural comparisons. This is a blended course which will combine students from Richland and Saratov State University in Russia in active on-line discussions with at least one video conference. Richland students will meet on-campus one day a week.
HUMA 1305.8096	TR	12:30 - 1:50 p.m.
Galindo		TBA
*Global Studies, MALS* This course is designed to introduce students to the cultural, economic, educational, historical, political, and social aspects of the Mexican-American experience.
HUMA 1315.8842	TR	11:00 - 12:20 p.m.
HUMA 2319.8842	TR	11:00 - 12:20 p.m.
Carole Lester		E070
Global Studies, Learning Community American Stories-In the People's Words: The Influence of American Culture in the Global Community: These classes are part of a 6 credit hour learning community. For more information about and how to enroll in this class refer to the ALCE 1602.8842 class listing.

Honors Night Classes

CUST 2370.8595	W	7:05 - 9:50 p.m.
Mary Northcut	446283	S219
Global Studies class Oppression and the Struggle for Freedom: Discover the resilience and creativity of the human spirit in contemporary films, documentaries and literature while exploring the cultural influences on the process of becoming fully developed human beings with an emphasis on moral reasoning and critical thinking.
CUST 2370.8596	TR	5:40 - 7:00 p.m.
Matt Hinckley	446276	C282
Global Studies class The Vietnam War: Perceptions & Realities: Students in this course critically examine multiple interdisciplinary perspectives on the Vietnam War to explore issues of race, class and nationalism in the U.S. & Vietnam; the intersection of these cultures across time and space; and how collective memory of the Vietnam War continues to shape local, national and global history. This course may be taken as HIST 1302. 8596 or CUST 2370.
ENGL 1301.8595	TR	5:40 - 7:00 p.m.
Mary Northcut	450002	S219
Explore art, music, film and poetry in an informal group of adventurous students.
ENGL 1302.8595	T	7:05 - 9:50 p.m.
ENGL 2342.8595	T	7:05 - 9:50 p.m.
Mary Northcut		S219
Address the theme of "Myths to Live By" and explore mythic patterns through fiction, films, poetry and essays in this team-taught, interdisciplinary course. Students who have completed ENGL 1302 may register for ENGL 2342.8595.
ENGL 2333.8595	R	7:05 - 9:50 p.m.
ENGL 2343.8595	R	7:05 - 9:50 p.m.
Elliott/Stidham		S219
Global Studies Course Quest for World Community: Examine themes and ideas relating to world community through literature in this team-taught, interdisciplinary course. Students will select approximately two-thirds of the literature read in this course. Students who have credit for ENGL 2333 may register for ENGL 2343.8595.
HIST 1302.8595	TR	5:40 - 7:00 p.m.
Matt Hinckley	446276	C282
Global Studies class The Vietnam War: Perceptions & Realities: Students in this course critically examine multiple interdisciplinary perspectives on the Vietnam War to explore issues of race, class and nationalism in the U.S. & Vietnam; the intersection of these cultures across time and space; and how collective memory of the Vietnam War continues to shape local, national and global history. This course may be taken as HIST 1302. 8596 or CUST 2370.
HUMA 1315.8501	MW	5:40 - 7:00 p.m.
Dex Elkins	451656	F281
Honors Class Focus on the study and appreciation of the fine and performing arts and the ways in which they reflect the values of civilization.
Honors Component Class
BIOL 1408.8502	MW	7:05 - 8:25 p.m.
LAB	MW	8:30 - 9:50 p.m.
M. Bell	442967	S115/S257
Complete a research project in an area such as molecular biology, genetics, reproductive physiology or embryonic development of humans.

Dean of Instruction/Academic Enrichment
Global Studies, Fast Track
Carole Lester, PhD.
E-Mail: CLester@dcccd.edu
Fax: 972-238-6290
Phone: 972-238-6110

Director of Honors & Global Studies
William Matter, Ph.D.
E-Mail: WMatter@dcccd.edu
Fax: 972-238-6290
Phone: 972-238-6060

Academic Enrichment
Room: B227
E-Mail: RLDriscoll@dcccd.edu
Fax: 972-238-6290
Phone: 972-238-6223