This course will survey the science and exploration of Europa, Titan, and other ocean worlds in the Solar System whose potential to harbor extraterrestrial life has kickstarted the field of astrobiology in recent decades. We will apply the principles of planetary science to better understand how tectonics, cryovolcanism, fluid flows, and atmospheres interact to produce the chemical and physical environments necessary for life as we know it.

This two-credit course will improve students' conversational skills and confidence and will help students communicate more effectively at an intermediate level in Italian. The course will cover a range of topics, from politics, to the professional world, to the environment, to college life, social media, and the arts. Materials include podcasts, short readings, and videos.

This seminar engages with the evolving field of critical urban geography. We will consider contemporary issues in cities around the world by examining scholarship related to environmental, political, economic, social and spatial themes.

The only planet known to sustain life, Earth provides all the resources that sustain us, yet at the same time it can be an unpredictable and sometimes dangerous home. Floods, earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, and other natural processes challenge our ingenuity, while we also contend with self-induced problems such as pollution, desertification, and global climate change. This course examines earth processes, how these affect our lives, and how we can best live with and sustain our environment.

Earth is our home, and it is essential to understand the planet's geology and physical geography if we aspire to be good planetary stewards. In this course we will learn about the physical structure and constituents of earth. We will consider in detail its rocks, its atmosphere, and its oceans, with particular focus on earth's surface features: their origins, their beauty, and their utility as habitat for humans and other creatures.

Recess Games is designed to introduce students to a variety of traditional and modern recreational games that promote physical fitness, teamwork, and social interaction. This course will focus on both structured and unstructured play, offering an opportunity for students to engage in activities that are not only enjoyable but also contribute to building healthy habits. Students will explore how these activities can be used in educational, community, and recreational settings, and learn the principles of incorporating physical activity into everyday life.

Beginner Golf is a beginner-level physical education course designed for students who are interested in learning the fundamentals of golf in a supportive and engaging environment. This course will cover the basic skills needed to play the game, including swing mechanics, course etiquette, basic rules, and golf terminology. Students will also gain practical experience by participating in on-course play and will develop an understanding of the mental and strategic aspects of the game. This course will help students build the foundational skills for playing golf confidently and enjoyably.

Using regional case studies from across the world, this course examines some of the causes and consequences of human-induced environmental changes. The course explores the fundamental relationships and processes involved in human-environmental interactions; the various impacts that humans have had over time upon soils, water, flora, fauna, landforms, and the atmosphere; and possible alternative development strategies that could create a balance between human needs and environmental sustainability

China is at the heart of development in the 21st century. In other words, it is impossible to understand the twenty-first century without understanding China. But is China a partner or a neocolonial exploiter in the Global South? How can we make sense of China's current record of infrastructure lending in Africa or the recent uptick in China-Africa trade? What is the geography of China's economic statecraft in Africa?

This course is designed for intermediate and advanced dancers interested in performing. The work developed will be performed in the Fall Faculty Concert.