Harding University in Florence (HUF)

2008 Spring Course Schedule

THIS NOTICE IS REQUIRED READING:
The Spring 2008 HUF semester has been designated as an HONORS COLLEGE PROGRAM. If you are not currently in the Honors College, you are welcome to become qualified. Please see the honors secretary in the Honors Office for more information.

No student is eligible to attend Harding University in Florence who is currently on academic, chapel or disciplinary probation on the Searcy campus. Any student who has applied and/or been accepted will automatically become ineligible if placed on any type of probation up until time to depart.

Italian 100 - Italian for Travelers (2) Mrs. Mona Shackelford

Elements of Italian for students with no background in the language; emphasis is given to oral communication in everyday situations.

Italian 101 - Elementary Italian (4) Mrs. Mona Shackelford

A beginning course designed for students with little or no background in Italian. (Fulfills 4 of the 6 hours required in VII. Global Literacy.)

Note: Italian is required of all students participating at HUF.

Humanities 201 - International Studies (1-3) Mr. Robbie Shackelford

Offered only in the Harding University International Programs curriculum. Preparation for international experience in living and study in Europe, Latin America, or Australia. Enhancement in cultural sensitivity and practical matters of survival in a different cultural setting. Approximately 30 hours of classroom instruction plus "hands on" experience in Europe, Asia, Latin America and Australia. Research on the host country.

Humanities 270 - European Civilization and Humanities (2-6) Mr. Robbie Shackelford

Along with week long guest lecturers:
Dr. Mike James on Photography of Landscape, Sculpture, Painting, and Architecture.
Dr. Jeff Hopper on Music and Architecture of Florence.

An integration of the disciplines of art, drama, history, literature, music, philosophy and religion stressing their shared thematic and stylistic qualities within the broad period of Western civilization. Required of all students participating in the European programs. May substitute for 2-6 hours selected from the following: Art 101, English 201 or 202, History 110 or 111. Music 101, Philosophy 251, and one course from Music 311, 312, 313, or 314. This course may not be used to improve a grade.

Bnew 313 - Paul (2-3) Dr. Pat Garner

The figure of Paul in the New Testament - as apostle, Roman citizen, missionary. Selected passages from Acts of the Apostles and Paul's letters are examined. Background material relating to his apostleship to the Gentiles is examined in Europe and the Middle East. This or another Bible class is required as part of the International Programs.

HNRS 204 - The Human Situation II: Social Systems (3) Dr. Pat Garner

An analysis of Western world view, addressing the questions of how one comes to know and what constitutes the nature of reality. Students compare/contrast their own perspectives with those of our own post-modern society. May be applied to the liberal arts requirements in the area of the Individual and Social Environment Psy 201, Econ 201, Pols 205 or Soc 203 but
not to Kins 101 or Global Literacy.

Como 260 - Interpersonal Communication (3) Dr. Pat Garner

Elements and contexts of interpersonal communication, including self-concept, verbal and non-verbal behavior, conflict, feedback, feelings, and perceptions of others in interpersonal contexts such as small groups and across cultures.

Kinesiology 119 - Conditioning Activities (1) Mr. Robbie Shackelford

Participating in exercise in order to improve body mechanics, posture, and physical fitness.

Biology 111 - General Biology (3) Guided DVD course

A lecture course in the principles of biology for students not majoring in natural sciences. Satisfies the general education requirement in biology, but does not count toward a major or minor in biology.

Biology 113 - Human Structure and Functions (3) Guided DVD course

Structure and function of selected human organ systems and the cellular mechanisms. Designed for majors in communication disorders, dietetics, nursing, physical education, and others who need an introduction to human anatomy and physiology. Satisfies the Liberal Arts requirement in biology, but does not count toward a major or minor in biology.

Biology 250 - Environmental Science (3) Guided DVD course

Biological knowledge of the structure and function of ecosystems; human influence on the environment. (Satisfies 3 credits of Global Literacy)

Bmis 280 - The World Christian (2 or 3) Guided DVD course

This course may only be taken as a second bible class. This introductory missions course focuses on key questions about God, His world, and our mission in order to foster a world Christian mindset and values. This course establishes the foundation for subsequent missions courses. Note: The 3-hour option  is recommended for those students taking the course as a Global Literacy requirement.