Students in this course investigate the structure, function and physiology of cells, the properties of biological molecules, information transfer from the level of DNA to cell-cell communication, and cellular energy generation and transfer. The development of multicellular organisms and the physiology of selected organ systems is also explored. In addition to lectures, each student participates in discussion sections that will focus on data analysis and interpretation while integrating mechanisms across scales. Laboratory (BIO 151) is recommended but not required.

Topics course. This course examines the different strategies writers and artists use in their quest for self-representation. Through different materials such as films, memoirs, photographs, and paintings students will be able to establish meaningful connections between the image created by the artists, the tools they choose to utilize, and the place that self-representation has within a specific artistic context. Issues of globalization and cross-cultural exchanges will also be explored.

An investigation of the economic foundations for investment, financing and related decisions in the business corporation. Basic concerns and responsibilities of the financial manager, and the methods of analysis employed by them are emphasized. This course offers a balanced discussion of practical as well as theoretical developments in the field of financial economics. Prerequisites: ECO 250, ECO 220 and MTH 111.

Course focuses on further development of oral proficiency, along with reading and writing skills. Students attain intermediate proficiency while deepening their understanding of the social and cultural context of the language. Prerequisite: 111 or permission of the instructor.

Course focuses on further development of oral proficiency, along with reading and writing skills. Students attain intermediate proficiency while deepening their understanding of the social and cultural context of the language. Prerequisite: 111 or permission of the instructor.

Course focuses on further development of oral proficiency, along with reading and writing skills. Students attain intermediate proficiency while deepening their understanding of the social and cultural context of the language. Prerequisite: 111 or permission of the instructor.

Research in Mathematics

In this course students will work in small groups on original research projects. The course is specifically designed for students in the Center for Women in Mathematics, but open to all serious mathematics students. Prerequisites: At least one of MTH 233, 238, or 243 and permission of the instructor.Prerequisites: At least one of MTH 233, 238, or 243 and permission of the instructor.

In the class we don't do math as much as we talk about doing math and the culture of mathematics. The class will include lectures by students, faculty and visitors on a wide variety of topics, and opportunities to talk with mathematicians about their lives. This course is especially helpful for those considering graduate school in the mathematical sciences. Prerequisites: MTH 211, MTH 212, and two additional mathematics courses at the 200 level, or permission of the instructor. May be repeated once for credit. This course is graded satisfactory/unsatisfactory only.

Basic techniques of composition, including melody, simple two-part writing, and instrumentation. Analysis of representative literature. No previous composition experience required. Prerequisite: 110 or permission of the instructor.

A year-long course that introduces the basics of Modern Standard Arabic, this course concentrates on all four skills: speaking, listening, reading and writing. Beginning with the study of Arabic script and sound, students will complete the Georgetown text Alif Baa and finish Chapter 15 in Al Kitaab Book I by the end of the academic year. Students will acquire vocabulary and usage for everyday interactions as well as skills that will allow them to read and analyze a range of texts.