A survey of American writing after the Civil War, with an emphasis on writers who criticize or stand apart from their rapidly changing society. Fiction by Twain, James, Howells, Dreiser, Crane, Chopin, Chesnutt, Jewett, and Sui Sin Far, along with a selection of the poetry of the era.

Sectioned course. Continuing level of Yoga will include a refinement of postures, breath and meditation techniques. Introduction of intermediate postures with emphasis on standing poses, backbends, inversions and arm balances, will provide a vehicle for deeper exploration of yoga practice and philosophy. Prerequisite: Yoga I. Enrollment limited to 26.

Sectioned course. A course designed to teach the basics of functional fitness. Aerobic and anaerobic exercises are emphasized. Students learn the fundamentals of exercise training. Strong emphasis is placed on multiple forms of exercise and how to design an individualized exercise program. Students are expected to exercise outside of class. Enrollment limited to 14.

Sectioned course. This class kicks up the fighting skills and conditioning level from Kickboxing I. Each class will include group, partner and individual training consisting of but not limited to: short group cardio workouts, jumping rope, medicine balls, weights, fitness balls, floor mat work, striking mitts, striking paddles and heavy bag training. Prerequisite: Each student must have completed the Kickboxing I class or has completed another Kickboxing Course that is instructor approved. Good health is a must. Participating student will be challenged at a high fitness level.

This capstone course in the study of the built environment brings history and theory alive for those students with expertise in such diverse fields as art, architecture, American studies, engineering, and the natural sciences. An interdisciplinary approach is taken to read a landscape for its invisibles, from its geological origins to its social implications. To what degree has a landscape been shaped by its physical circumstances, designers, and inhabitants? How does it reflect its cultural heritage and project biased meanings?

Same as HST 261. A thematic survey of Latin American history in the 19th and 20th centuries focusing on the development of export economies and the consolidation of the state in the 19th century, the growth of political participation by the masses after 1900, and the efforts of Latin Americans to bring social justice and democracy to the region. Basis for the LALS major.

A laboratory course exploring anatomical research methods, neurochemical techniques, behavioral testing, design of experiments, and data analysis. Prerequisites: PSY 210 or 221 and CHM 111 or 118 or permission of the instructor. Not open to seniors. Enrollment limited to 16.

Sectioned course. A vigorous fitness course designed for students interested in high level training. Individual assessments are made to assess aerobic and anaerobic power. Individualized training programs will be developed and administered. Enrollment limited to 12.

Sectioned course. A course designed to teach the mat exercises of Joseph Pilates. These exercises are designed to increase core strength, increase joint mobility and stability, and increase muscle tone and flexibility. By the end of this course the student will be able to develop and maintain their own Pilates matwork program. Enrollment limited to 25.