ESL Reading/Writing (ENG 098-099)

Utilizing a freshman level English text book and materials from the content courses, these courses furnish students with active reading strategies and the conventions of academic writing which will be applicable to their collegiate course work. Students will develop analytical skills necessary to academic success by producing in-class and take home essays, participating in debates and giving oral presentations.  Students will be required to work with a course management program and to utilize technology effectively in their writing.  The skills obtained in these courses will allow students to participate comfortably in their mainstream college courses.

American History I (HST 181)

This course provides a survey of American history and includes such topics as Colonial politics and society; Native Americans; the American Revolution; Sectionalism and Slavery; Industrialization; America’s rise to world power; and Race in America.

Empires and Globalization in World History II (HST 150)

This course provides and overview and intergration of major events in world history and their contributions to modern business and globalization.  Themes of geography, global issues, and cultural diversity will be emphasized.

Seminar for Freshmen (SF 101)

This course uses materials drawn from several disciplines and is designed to help incoming freshmen develop the skills, habits of inquiry and broadened range of interests necessary to pursue a higher education successfully and independently.  This course stresses writing and learning strategies, critical literacy, and academic survival skills, as well as exposure to great works and ideas.

Professional Communications (CJN 177)

This course addresses oral professional communication knowledge and competencies.  Students will deliver informative, persuasive, and impromptu presentations.  Interpersonal communications will be enhanced as students practice giving and receiving feedback, learn how group dynamics affect team-level communication, and complete and present a team project.