Comparative Capitalisms

This is a course in comparative capitalism. It will review important debates and frameworks that have been advanced to understand the variations in the economic systems of different capitalist economies. We will review some classical work from Marx and Weber, as well as the distinction between liberal, coordinated and state-led systems. We will examine a number of case-studies, including the U.S., Sweden, France, Japan, South Korea and Russia.

Posthuman Philosophy

The posthuman is not a kind of being, but a way of being, a tectonic shift in the conditions of life on Earth. This class traces this shift through both philosophy and science fiction. Readings include classic texts in poststructuralism, queer theory, critical disability theory, animal studies, affect theory, and ecofeminism. There will be weekly writing assignments, a final group project, and a firm attendance policy. Students should be prepared to read 20-30 pages of philosophy per week, as well as several novels over the course of the semester

Introductory Biology Lab

This course is a 2 credit laboratory experience that allows students to apply the biological concepts covered in Biology 151 and 152 Introductory Biology in laboratory and field settings. Students will develop and practice scientific research skills while exploring the areas of genetics, cell and molecular biology, evolution, and ecology. To enroll, students must be co-enrolled in Biology 152 (Introductory Biology II) or have completed the 2 semester Introductory Biology Sequence (Biology 151 and 152).

Introductory Biology Lab

This course is a 2 credit laboratory experience that allows students to apply the biological concepts covered in Biology 151 and 152 Introductory Biology in laboratory and field settings. Students will develop and practice scientific research skills while exploring the areas of genetics, cell and molecular biology, evolution, and ecology. To enroll, students must be co-enrolled in Biology 152 (Introductory Biology II) or have completed the 2 semester Introductory Biology Sequence (Biology 151 and 152).

The Sky

A hands-on introduction to observing and understanding the extraterrestrial sky. Daily and annual motions of the sun, moon, planets, and stars; celestial coordinate systems; apparent brightnesses and colors of the stars; time; calendars. Observations at the Williston Observatory with the unaided eye, visually with the eight-inch telescope, and by electronic camera with computer-controlled telescopes.

Lea Cosette Stephenson

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Five College Research Affiliate (Historic Deerfield)
Institution:  
Smith College
Department:  
American Studies
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lstephenson@smith.edu

Lauren Dewing Whitley

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Five College Research Affiliate
Institution:  
Smith College
Department:  
American Studies
Email Address:  
lwhitley@smith.edu
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