Nothing in life is more important than food. But billions of people don't have enough, the way we grow food poses dramatic challenges to the environment, and our collective health and quality of life are in the balance. This course will take a critical multidisciplinary look at the past, present and future of food, farming and eating. Are our current food sources sustainable? What are the ecological impacts of production? What will be the impact of climate change? Can we find new plant and animal species that will enhance our food 'security'?

This course will be an in depth examination, from a social psychological perspective, of how stereotypes are formed, how stereotypes influence our perceptions, and how these perceptions influence our relationship with others. Classic and contemporary research will be examined. Students will be expected to write brief reaction papers to weekly readings, as well as complete a final paper and presentation on a topic of their choosing.

The problem of explaining how the brain enables human conscious experience remains a great mystery of human knowledge. This course is an introduction to cognitive neuroscience in which we will attempt to examine the neural underpinnings of the mind's complex processes, paying particular attention to vision. Cognitive neuroscience incorporates elements of physiological psychology, neuroscience, cognitive psychology and neuropsychology. In this course we will become familiar with the tools of research used in cognitive neuroscience and with questions that motivate researchers in the field.

Want to impact the world? Learn to code. We use the web all the time. Most college students describe themselves as "computer literate." How many can truly say they are authors of the internet? In this course students will be exposed to the process of designing and creating web-based content, following some of the most commonly used technologies used in real-life scenarios. Successful students will become proficient in HTML, Cascading Style Sheets, Javascript and the basic principles of computer science.

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In sections limited to 15 students each, this course primarily provides systematic instruction and practice in reading and writing academic prose, with emphasis on argumentation. The course also provides instruction and practice in conducting research and in public speaking. Bilingual students and non-native speakers are especially encouraged to register for sections taught by Holly Davis. Priority will be given to incoming students in the fall-semester sections. Course may be repeated for credit with another instructor.

Students will define topics that allow integration of their background in neuroscience, and then will work in small teams to produce media, meant for the general public, interpreting the current scientific understanding. Students will critically analyze original research reports, conduct interviews, and research historical background to their chosen topic. Class sessions will include discussions with science writers and podcasters. Open to junior and senior neuroscience majors. Prerequisites: PSY/NSC 110 (formerly PSY/NSC 210);, 230, a course in statistics and a 200-level Biology course.

Admission by permission of the Museums Concentration director. Normally, enrollment limited to Museum concentrators only.

Formerly MTH 245