Thermodynamics and kinetics: will the contents of this flask react, and if so, how fast? Explores the properties that govern the chemical and physical behavior of macroscopic collections of atoms and molecules (gases, liquids, solids and mixtures thereof). Prerequisites: CHM 118 or 224, and MTH 112 or 114.

Thermodynamics and kinetics: will the contents of this flask react, and if so, how fast? Explores the properties that govern the chemical and physical behavior of macroscopic collections of atoms and molecules (gases, liquids, solids and mixtures thereof). Prerequisites: CHM 118 or 224, and MTH 112 or 114.

Thermodynamics and kinetics: will the contents of this flask react, and if so, how fast? Explores the properties that govern the chemical and physical behavior of macroscopic collections of atoms and molecules (gases, liquids, solids and mixtures thereof). Prerequisites: CHM 118 or 224, and MTH 112 or 114.

Applications of chemical tools and synthetic molecules to the study of biological systems. Emphasis is on emerging strategies to study living systems at the molecular level, primary scientific literature and critical review of manuscripts. Topics include biorthogonal chemistry, synthetic small-molecule probes to interrogate biological systems, protein engineering, proteomics, advances in DNA sequencing, genomics, directed evolution and natural product biosynthesis. Prerequisite: 223. Enrollment limit of 18.

Same as LOG 335. Consider the following argument: ‘If you don’t buy a lottery ticket, then you can’t
win the lottery. But you can win the lottery. Therefore, you do buy a lottery ticket.’ Modus tollens is a classically valid argument form. But this appears to be a counterexample. You might well not buy a ticket. In this seminar, we’ll study different theories of conditionals – statements of the form ‘If A, then B’ – in formal and natural languages. We’ll do so in the context of the paradox above and others, seeking a theory that can solve them. (E)

Same as PHI 335. Consider the following argument: ‘If you don’t buy a lottery ticket, then you can’t
win the lottery. But you can win the lottery. Therefore, you do buy a lottery ticket.’ Modus tollens is a classically valid argument form. But this appears to be a counterexample. You might well not buy a ticket. In this seminar, we’ll study different theories of conditionals – statements of the form ‘If A, then B’ – in formal and natural languages. We’ll do so in the context of the paradox above and others, seeking a theory that can solve them. (E)

How does one write a life, especially if it’s one’s own? This writing workshop addresses the profound complexities, challenges, and pleasures of the genre of the memoir, through intensive reading, discussion, and both analytical and creative writing. Our readings will be drawn from a range of mostly contemporary memoirists with intersectional identity locations—and dislocations—drawing from a range of voices, experiences, and representations, pursuing what the class comes to identify as our own most urgent aesthetic and ethical questions.

Topics course: Sociological perspectives on the arts in society, with particular attention to the fine arts (primarily painting), to literature, and to theatre, among other forms of cultural expression. Theories of the place of art in society, the social context of artistic production and the social production of the artist, as well as sociological perspectives on the changing nature of arts institutions and audiences, and the social position and aesthetic disposition of the artist. Prerequisite: SOC 101 and permission of the instructor.

This course examines the institution of education from a sociological perspective, exploring issues of power and privilege, relationships between education and other social institutions, and the varying purposes of education in society. A recurring theme throughout the course is meritocracy. We consider how merit is defined in education, factors that affect who succeeds in the educational system and whether meritocratic education is a viable goal.