American Housing
The 2007/08 collapse of the U.S. housing market and subsequent global recession transformed the social, economic, and cultural significance of “home” as millions of Americans went into foreclosure, the rate of homeownership plummeted, and emergent minimalist and “Tiny Home” movements garnered widespread appeal. This course considers the “home” as an object in transition and as a concept that shapes our understanding of identity, family, community, and nation.
Math Modeling/Envir
Mathematical modeling is used by scientists to understand the dynamics of a system, make predictions and inform policy. It involves an iterative process of translating a real world problem into a mathematical expression, analyzing it using mathematical tools and numerical simulations, and interpreting the results. This course covers systems thinking and the principles of mathematical modeling in the context of environmental problems. Group projects will be centered on current environmental research questions.
S-American Art: Colonialism
In this seminar students will investigate the myriad ways that the European invasion of the Americas in the sixteenth century continues to inform contemporary popular culture. The course begins in the colonial period, using primary documents and images to identify and deconstruct the derogatory tropes that manifested in colonial visual culture.
S-IdentityPol& Art: 60's-Today
This course historicizes identity politics in art from the 1960s to today, examining what social identity means and why it has been a contentious topic in contemporary art history. Students will consider the problem of discussing intersectional identities when they are shifting, open-ended, and complex constructions. We will study artists whose work raises personal and political questions about social experience and authenticity in ways that break down stereotypes.
ST-Grad Art & Culture/Italy
This course is designed as an opportunity for future and present artists and art educators to experience the art and culture of Italy. In this course, students will be able to immerse themselves in the art and culture of Venice, Florence, and Rome. Participants will experience hands-on workshops and be guided through museums, notable architecture, and historic neighborhoods. This opportunity will inspire art students and provide art educators with insight for incorporating information about historical artworks into their curriculum.
P- Rsrch: Electricity & Rivers
Assist and conduct documentary, web research, participant-observation, and interview research on development on New England energy policy and markets, dam relicensing, and community/regional economic development; and history, politics, impacts of projects and communities around Romaine River Hydropower Complex, Quebec. Additionally, help organize and lead conference on electricity and rivers. Coordinate with other undergraduates and faculty in interdisciplinary team.