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<\/i><\/i><\/i><\/span>INTD 101-01 - Writing Creatively with Social Media<\/div>
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Mondays & Thursdays 11:20 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.<\/strong><\/p>\n

CRN 40228<\/p>\n

Regina Clark<\/strong>
\nAssociate Professor of Journalism<\/p>\n

Using various social media platforms and writing prompts to generate ideas, students will focus on creative writing from microfiction to journaling, that is more visual, colorful, and dynamic in nature.<\/span><\/p>\n

Peer Facilitator<\/h4>\n

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Ellie Cavico<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n

<\/i><\/i><\/i><\/span>INTD 101-02 - Severe Weather: Thunderstorms, Tornadoes, Hurricanes<\/div>
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Mondays & Thursdays 8:00 a.m. -9:40 a.m.<\/strong><\/p>\n

CRN 40071<\/p>\n

Stefan Becker<\/strong>
\nProfessor of Environmental Science<\/p>\n

In this course you will learn about the science background and the impacts of severe weather events such as thunderstorms, tornadoes, and hurricanes. Through presentations, discussions, and group work you will learn to understand and critically evaluate relevant concepts, processes, and events. In addition, you will learn basic ideas how to design and conduct a research project in science and use basic methods of data evaluation. <\/span><\/p>\n

Peer Facilitator<\/h4>\n

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Chantalle Reyes<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n

<\/i><\/i><\/i><\/span>INTD 101-03 - Exploring Music<\/div>
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Mondays & Thursdays, 11:20 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.<\/strong><\/p>\n

CRN 40068<\/p>\n

Marc Gidal<\/strong>
\nProfessor of Music\/Musicology<\/p>\n

In this FYS section, students explore the diverse ways people engage with music and incorporate it into their lives. We consider different forms of musical practice, world-wide social contexts for music making, genres and traditions of music, and technology and media issues. Learning experiences focus on creative class participation, interaction and discussion, collaboration through in-class group work, research, writing and oral presentations, and projects. Throughout the class we will listen to and analyze recordings, perform music, describe and interpret music in contexts, produce a musical recording, and research musical topics. The section is open to all students regardless of musical background or academic major. Students should be willing to learn about a wide range of musical genres and social contexts in the U.S. and throughout the world, and be prepared to work creatively with others. While no musicianship skill is required, there will be active music participation in class, including clapping, singing, and some occasional performance with instruments.<\/p>\n

Peer Facilitator<\/h4>\n

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Edith Torres<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n

<\/i><\/i><\/i><\/span>INTD 101-04 - Why School? Reflecting on the Purpose of Education<\/div>
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Mondays & Thursdays, 8:00 a.m. – 9:40 a.m.<\/strong><\/p>\n

CRN 40072<\/p>\n

Vanessa Arriola<\/strong>
\nAdjunct Faculty<\/p>\n

Why do we go to school\u2014and who decides what we learn? This seminar invites you to consider assumptions about education in America. Through discussion, reflective writing, and critical analysis, we\u2019ll explore the value of public education, your own goals for college, and the broader social purposes of schooling. We\u2019ll also consider the role of teachers: What responsibilities do educators have to their students, their communities, and society at large? If you’re curious about a future in teaching\u2014or just want to understand the systems shaping your education\u2014this course offers the space to ask big questions and imagine new possibilities.<\/span><\/p>\n

Peer Facilitator<\/h4>\n

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Christina Lenda<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n

<\/i><\/i><\/i><\/span>INTD 101-05 - Writing Creatively with Social Media<\/div>
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Mondays, Wednesday, & Thursdays, 9:55 – 11:05 a.m.<\/strong><\/p>\n

CRN 40984<\/p>\n

Regina Clark<\/strong>
\nAssociate Professor of Journalism<\/p>\n

Using various social media platforms and writing prompts to generate ideas, students will focus on creative writing from microfiction to journaling, that is more visual, colorful, and dynamic in nature.<\/span><\/p>\n

Peer Facilitators<\/h4>\n

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Ellie Cavico<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

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Edy Martinez<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n

<\/i><\/i><\/i><\/span>INTD 101-06 - Introduction to Investing and the Stock Market<\/div>
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Mondays, Wednesday, & Thursdays, 9:55 – 11:05 a.m.<\/strong><\/p>\n

CRN 40187<\/p>\n

Brian Goldberg<\/strong>
\nAdjunct Faculty<\/p>\n

This section of FYS will teach students about the different investment choices available, how the stock market works, how to evaluate stocks, and how to build and manage a well-balanced portfolio.
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\nThrough readings, extensive class discussion, guest lecturers, participation in a class portfolio competition where students create and manage a simulated investment portfolio, and an investment recommendation project, the proposed course will introduce students to investing and trading using both fundamental and technical analysis.<\/span><\/p>\n

Students often are not aware, but they are better equipped than many investment professionals to pick stocks. Teenagers will spot trends before adults and if taught to open their eyes and ears, a trip to the mall can lead to excellent investment ideas. Throughout the semester, students will manage a $100,000 portfolio and be encouraged to \u201cbuy what you know\u201d. Students will make weekly journal entries summarizing their stock picks and rationale for each investment. Students will each pick a stock to write an investment recommendation on and give a stock pitch presentation to the class at the end of the semester.<\/p>\n

The goal of this course is to give students, no matter what major or career aspirations they leave with an understanding of how the stock market works, how to manage their own money and giving them an opportunity to empower themselves to be better equipped to take charge of their financial future.<\/p>\n

Peer Facilitator<\/h4>\n

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Manny Llamzon<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n

<\/i><\/i><\/i><\/span>INTD 101-07 - The Art of Storytelling<\/div>
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Mondays, Wednesday, & Thursdays, 9:55 – 11:05 a.m.<\/strong><\/p>\n

CRN 40154<\/p>\n

Lester Mayers<\/strong>
\nVisiting Assistant Professor of Theater<\/p>\n

Immersing ourselves in storytelling is a profound way to understand our humanity. Through crafting plots, characters, and themes, we explore and define our own experiences, gaining a deeper understanding of the world. This class is designed to cultivate students’ appreciation for plot, story arc, and character development. It also introduces them to various sequential, non- sequential, and experimental narrative techniques. Join us in this journey of creative expression and self-discovery through the art of storytelling.<\/p>\n

Peer Facilitator<\/h4>\n

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Natalie Barr<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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