Bachelor's Deg. W/Indiv Conc. 192C - S-ComplexChallng,MultidisInves

In this collaborative course, students through readings, assignments and discussions explore both the concept and practical application of multidisciplinarity in today's world. Students work in teams to explore specific real-world issues, such as the cost of higher education, diversity and inclusion in education, and the mental health of college students. Through participating in guided research traversing multiple disciplines, students investigate complex problems and their causes. Students work collaboratively to research and apply different disciplinary approaches to identify potential solutions and they present their ideas via multiple platforms. This course focuses on building several keys skills necessary for success in college, including: critical reading, analytical writing, research, problem solving, presentation, and collaboration. There is also ample opportunity to explore and investigate issues that are particularly important to students, and to find, propose and present solutions to those problems. This course is open to all students but recommended for BDIC students, exploratory tracks, undecided or students interested in pursuing a multidisciplinary degree.