Many problems in today?s society are complex with no simple method of solving them. The goal of this final general education course is to explore complex themes related to the human experience by making connections across multiple academic disciplines. Several topics will be offered each term and all sections will provide students with the opportunity to hone their research, writing, and presentation skills. Students will use advanced problem-solving skills and methodologies to reflect on the section?s topic, collaborate with peers, and investigate solutions using interdisciplinary research and analysis.

This course provides an initial experience as an instructional peer coach. Students apply theories of cognition, group dynamics, learning, metacognition, and motivation to support other students as they learn science, engineering, and mathematics. Students reflect on their work as peer coaches through the lens of the required readings.

A hands-on course for students participating in Semester in the City (Boston) or Semester for Impact (NH) that builds the skills of students as changemakers for social good. Students participate in skill-building and reflective workshops designed around our core skills of launching a purpose driven career, working in diverse teams, persuasive communication and human centered problem solving. Students practice new concepts and skills every week and engage in team-based community research projects, craft a three-minute speech they deliver at program completion, and develop their professional on-line profile and portfolio of work.

A hands-on course for students participating in Semester in the City (Boston) or Semester for Impact (NH) that builds the skills of students as changemakers for social good. Students participate in skill-building and reflective workshops designed around our core skills of launching a purpose driven career, working in diverse teams, persuasive communication and human centered problem solving. Students practice new concepts and skills every week and engage in team-based community research projects, craft a three-minute speech they deliver at program completion, and develop their professional on-line profile and portfolio of work.