Myth and Ritual in Film, Part 1 Adam Gorelick Tues.,Thurs., 10:00A - 1:20P (SUMMER B) This course applies theoretical discussions of myth and ritual to the contemporary medium of film. Learn More The Political Cycle Anthony Rionda Mon., 6:00P - 9:20P (ONLINE LIVE - SUMMER B) The organization of this course leverages a unique interdisciplinary approach to politics, government, civic engagement, policy analysis, and advocacy. Learn More The History of Evil Erika Kern Tues. Thurs., 1:30P – 4:50P (SUMMER A) In this course, we will explore the history of evil through history, art, religion, and politics with focus on the development of the Devil as concept in Christianity. The purpose is to understand how the belief in the Devil, and its two aspects Satan and Lucifer, affect how we view the world and how we relate to those who, throughout history, have been deemed as Other. Learn More The Paradox-Savvy Mind Matthew Kutz Online (Summer A) This course is an interactive virtual class that introduces the student to the nuance of how a binary paradigm makes us uncomfortable with paradox and limits our thinking, creativity, and innovation. Attention is given to how cognitive diversity and contextual intelligence are prerequisites for successful leadership in a rapidly changing and dynamic workforce. Learn More Apocalypse How: Crisis And Optimism in The 21st Century Garrett Pierman Fully Online (SUMMER B) Living in this century, it is pretty clear that, as a species, we have some pretty big problems. Some of these problems are so big, in fact, that they may threaten the continued survival and success of homo sapiens. Thinking about problems that may doom our species can be a serious downer. Instead, in this course we will take a careful, analytical look at a series of problems that are massive, and think towards their solutions. Learn More Global Environmental Health and You Brenda Luna Tues., 10:00A-1:20P (Hybrid - Summer B) This course examines the relationships between human health and the environment. Students will explore the role of the natural and built environment and their impact on their health, as well as their local and global community’s health. Learn More Exploring Disability Culture: Why it Matters Amy Paul-Ward Tuesdays & Thursdays 10:00AM-1:20PM (SUMMER A) This course provides students with an introduction to topics related to Disability Culture. To understand the evolution of disability culture, we will begin by reviewing relevant interdisciplinary theories that highlight foundational concepts, ongoing debates, and critiques of the concept of disability as it relates to representation, access, and inclusion in everyday life. Learn More Exploring Culture Through Music and Dance Wendy Guess Online (Summer A) This course explores the transformative power to create, connect and master the understanding of our world through the lens of movement and music. Learn More God and Man in the "Great Conversation" Ruben Garrote Online (Summer B) he course is an examination of some of the "big questions" students explore in a liberal arts program about "life, the universe, and everything." Learn More The Question of God Edmund Newborn Mon., Tues., Wed., Thurs., 10:00A-11:35A (SUMMER B) The past several decades have seen a statistical decline in the number of people who claim to believe in God or who choose to participate in a religion. This course will explore the underlying philosophical causes for this shift as well as looking at how people of faith can possibly answer the challenges of modern atheism. Learn More Legal Ethics and Professionalism Andrej Milic ONLINE (SUMMER B) This course will explore the ethical issues facing all legal professionals and lawyers in the practice of law. We will focus on the ABA's Model Rules of Professional Conduct as well as ethics opinions, statutes, regulations and relevant case law, with consideration of Florida ethics rules on select issues. Learn More Digital Fairytale Maikel Right Online (SUMMER B) Digital Fairytale: Once Upon A Time, is a course dedicated to evaluating the disruption of the “Smart-phone Era” and the Internet of Things have had on our holistic living experience. Learn More Miami Stories Maikel Right Wednesday, 10:00A-1:20P (HYBRID - SUMMER A) Miami Stories invites students to delve into the vibrant tapestry of Miami's cultural communities through the lens of virtual reality storytelling. This immersive course empowers students to create VR experiences that bring to life the rich traditions, values, food, music, and practices of their cultural backgrounds in Miami, Florida. Utilizing cutting-edge VR technology, the course covers storytelling fundamentals, world-building, research, and VR production. Learn More Save our Parks: Environmental Law, Policy and Politics Anthony Rionda Mon., 6:00P-9:20P (Online LIVE - Summer A) Our National Parks are America’s Crown Jewels. They are worshipped by avid adventurers, campers, road-trippers and the former students of FIU Honor’s Everglades course. The aim of this course (Save our Parks) is to focus on how politics, policy, and law have shaped, saved, and at threatened our most beautiful natural legacy. Learn More Mythopoeia and the Secret Fire Adam Gorelick Tues., Thurs., 10:00A-1:20P (Summer A) This course explores the theory and practice of imagination through the works of philologist and author, J.R.R. Tolkien. Famous for deep fictional world-building and profound intimacy with language, Tolkien transcended the fantasy genre and offered through his works insight into philosophy, history, linguistics, mythology, sociology, mysticism, and ecology—not to mention poetry, astronomy, gardening, and many other subjects. Learn More Filter - All Mythopoeia and the Secret Fire Natalie Yagual March 4, 2023 History Culture and The Arts Summer, Philosophy and Religion Summer, Summer
Myth and Ritual in Film, Part 1 Adam Gorelick Tues.,Thurs., 10:00A - 1:20P (SUMMER B) This course applies theoretical discussions of myth and ritual to the contemporary medium of film. Learn More The Political Cycle Anthony Rionda Mon., 6:00P - 9:20P (ONLINE LIVE - SUMMER B) The organization of this course leverages a unique interdisciplinary approach to politics, government, civic engagement, policy analysis, and advocacy. Learn More The History of Evil Erika Kern Tues. Thurs., 1:30P – 4:50P (SUMMER A) In this course, we will explore the history of evil through history, art, religion, and politics with focus on the development of the Devil as concept in Christianity. The purpose is to understand how the belief in the Devil, and its two aspects Satan and Lucifer, affect how we view the world and how we relate to those who, throughout history, have been deemed as Other. Learn More The Paradox-Savvy Mind Matthew Kutz Online (Summer A) This course is an interactive virtual class that introduces the student to the nuance of how a binary paradigm makes us uncomfortable with paradox and limits our thinking, creativity, and innovation. Attention is given to how cognitive diversity and contextual intelligence are prerequisites for successful leadership in a rapidly changing and dynamic workforce. Learn More Apocalypse How: Crisis And Optimism in The 21st Century Garrett Pierman Fully Online (SUMMER B) Living in this century, it is pretty clear that, as a species, we have some pretty big problems. Some of these problems are so big, in fact, that they may threaten the continued survival and success of homo sapiens. Thinking about problems that may doom our species can be a serious downer. Instead, in this course we will take a careful, analytical look at a series of problems that are massive, and think towards their solutions. Learn More Global Environmental Health and You Brenda Luna Tues., 10:00A-1:20P (Hybrid - Summer B) This course examines the relationships between human health and the environment. Students will explore the role of the natural and built environment and their impact on their health, as well as their local and global community’s health. Learn More Exploring Disability Culture: Why it Matters Amy Paul-Ward Tuesdays & Thursdays 10:00AM-1:20PM (SUMMER A) This course provides students with an introduction to topics related to Disability Culture. To understand the evolution of disability culture, we will begin by reviewing relevant interdisciplinary theories that highlight foundational concepts, ongoing debates, and critiques of the concept of disability as it relates to representation, access, and inclusion in everyday life. Learn More Exploring Culture Through Music and Dance Wendy Guess Online (Summer A) This course explores the transformative power to create, connect and master the understanding of our world through the lens of movement and music. Learn More God and Man in the "Great Conversation" Ruben Garrote Online (Summer B) he course is an examination of some of the "big questions" students explore in a liberal arts program about "life, the universe, and everything." Learn More The Question of God Edmund Newborn Mon., Tues., Wed., Thurs., 10:00A-11:35A (SUMMER B) The past several decades have seen a statistical decline in the number of people who claim to believe in God or who choose to participate in a religion. This course will explore the underlying philosophical causes for this shift as well as looking at how people of faith can possibly answer the challenges of modern atheism. Learn More Legal Ethics and Professionalism Andrej Milic ONLINE (SUMMER B) This course will explore the ethical issues facing all legal professionals and lawyers in the practice of law. We will focus on the ABA's Model Rules of Professional Conduct as well as ethics opinions, statutes, regulations and relevant case law, with consideration of Florida ethics rules on select issues. Learn More Digital Fairytale Maikel Right Online (SUMMER B) Digital Fairytale: Once Upon A Time, is a course dedicated to evaluating the disruption of the “Smart-phone Era” and the Internet of Things have had on our holistic living experience. Learn More Miami Stories Maikel Right Wednesday, 10:00A-1:20P (HYBRID - SUMMER A) Miami Stories invites students to delve into the vibrant tapestry of Miami's cultural communities through the lens of virtual reality storytelling. This immersive course empowers students to create VR experiences that bring to life the rich traditions, values, food, music, and practices of their cultural backgrounds in Miami, Florida. Utilizing cutting-edge VR technology, the course covers storytelling fundamentals, world-building, research, and VR production. Learn More Save our Parks: Environmental Law, Policy and Politics Anthony Rionda Mon., 6:00P-9:20P (Online LIVE - Summer A) Our National Parks are America’s Crown Jewels. They are worshipped by avid adventurers, campers, road-trippers and the former students of FIU Honor’s Everglades course. The aim of this course (Save our Parks) is to focus on how politics, policy, and law have shaped, saved, and at threatened our most beautiful natural legacy. Learn More Mythopoeia and the Secret Fire Adam Gorelick Tues., Thurs., 10:00A-1:20P (Summer A) This course explores the theory and practice of imagination through the works of philologist and author, J.R.R. Tolkien. Famous for deep fictional world-building and profound intimacy with language, Tolkien transcended the fantasy genre and offered through his works insight into philosophy, history, linguistics, mythology, sociology, mysticism, and ecology—not to mention poetry, astronomy, gardening, and many other subjects. Learn More Filter - All