HON-203 |
Historical Fiction |
This course explores historical fiction as a literary genre that engages readers through imaginative representations of the past . Students will read exemplary works of historical fiction to analyze their literary qualities and their use of historical content and context . |
HON-250 |
Infinity , Paradox , and Reason |
An introduction to the concept of the infinite , paradoxes that surround it , and the attempt to make sense of it through logic and reason . The course will include historical , philosophical , and scientific perspectives on the concept of infinity , with a primary focus on how mathematics deals with it in theory , and how it is used in models of the real world . Questions that will be considered include : Is infinity a number ? How can some infinities be bigger than others ? Does the infinite appear in our physical universe ? How can we add together infinitely many things and yet get a finite result ? No mathematics beyond the high school level will be assumed . Pre-requisite : ENG101 . May be taken for Math credit . Satisfies either a Math or philosophy elective in General Education , and " Mathematics " within the Honors Program . |
HON-300 |
From Observation to Impact |
It may be used to fulfill a General Education requirement or an Honors Program requirement under " Astronomy " ( sometimes called " Science "). |