Topics course. Limited to senior majors. Since the 1960s, "The Underground," has been imagined as a privileged space of artistic innovation, political radicalism and authentic selfhood. Even today, hip hop and punk musicians describe themselves as "underground" if they wish to emphasize their integrity; it is the place to go to keep things real, to avoid "selling out," to evade being co-opted by the dominant order. But what does it mean to be underground? Where did the underground idea come from?

Each colloquium is conducted by means of directed discussion, with emphasis on close reading and the writing of short analytical essays. Priority will be given to incoming students in the fall-semester sections of the colloquia. Other students should consult the course director about possible openings. Enrollment in each section limited to 20. A study of fiction, plays, and poetry about the investigation of mysteries, the ciphering and deciphering of plots, the guilt of investigators, and dubious solutions. Fiction by Poe, Dickens, Doyle, Faulkner, and others.

Focuses on the economic analysis of resource allocation in a market economy and on the economic impact of various government interventions, such as minimum wage laws, national health insurance and environmental regulations. Covers the theories of consumer choice and decision making by the firm. Examines the welfare implications of a market economy, and of federal and state policies which influence market choices. Prerequisites: ECO 150 and MTH 111 or its equivalent. Enrollment limited to 55 students.

Focuses on the economic analysis of resource allocation in a market economy and on the economic impact of various government interventions, such as minimum wage laws, national health insurance and environmental regulations. Covers the theories of consumer choice and decision making by the firm. Examines the welfare implications of a market economy, and of federal and state policies which influence market choices. Prerequisites: ECO 150 and MTH 111 or its equivalent. Enrollment limited to 55 students.

Focuses on the economic analysis of resource allocation in a market economy and on the economic impact of various government interventions, such as minimum wage laws, national health insurance and environmental regulations. Covers the theories of consumer choice and decision making by the firm. Examines the welfare implications of a market economy, and of federal and state policies which influence market choices. Prerequisites: ECO 150 and MTH 111 or its equivalent. Enrollment limited to 55 students.

How and how well do markets work? What should government do in a market economy? How do markets set prices, determine what will be produced and decide who will get the goods? We consider important economic issues including preserving the environment, free trade, taxation, (de)regulation and poverty.

Sectioned course. A course in the development of basic swimming skills and the conquering of fear of the water. Priority is given to establishing personal safety and enhancing skills in the water. Persons enrolling in this course learn about the basic principles of swimming in terms of buoyancy and propulsion. The primary performance goals are survival swimming skills and comfort in the water. A person who can swim at least one length of the pool is not eligible for this course. Limited to 12 novice or non-swimmers.

The ultimate goal is to teach emergency medical care that will enable the student to (1) recognize symptoms of illness and/or injuries; (2) implement proper procedures; (3) administer appropriate care; (4) achieve and maintain proficiency in all skills; (5) be responsible and behave in a professional manner; (6) become certified in Community First Aid/AED and CPR for the Professional Rescuer. Enrollment limited to 10.

Topics course.

This course mainly focuses on readings of cultural, political and social import. Through the in-depth study and discussion of modern and contemporary texts and essays drawn from a variety of sources, students develop advanced reading, writing and discussion skills in Chinese and increase their understanding of modern and contemporary China. Prerequisite: 302 or permission of the instructor. With the instructor's permission, advanced language courses may be repeated when the content changes.

Limited enrollment. Offered both semesters each year at Smith and in the Five Colleges.