Fall 2025 Courses

HNRS 1010: Honors Core Experiences

Students who pursue a minor in the Ogden Honors College must complete 3 hours of Honors Core Experiences (HCEs) through HNRS 1010 Honors Core Experiences (1 hour; Pass/Fail grading).  

HNRS 1010 recognizes co-curricular activities and reflection as part of a unique and valuable honors education, awarding academic credit for the activities that ambitious and active honors students regularly pursue.

Students will undertake 3 distinct experiences chosen from 6 Honors Core Experience (HCE) categories:

I.                    Campus and Community Engagement

II.                  Global Citizenship

III.                Arts and Letters

IV.                Leadership

V.                  Research Engagement

VI.                Professional and Personal Development

Two but not three experiences can come from the same HCE category, and no single activity can fulfill more than one HCE.*   

Students will repeat HNRS 1010 for a maximum of three credit hours to complete the HCE requirement.  A student may enroll in multiple sections of HNRS 1010 per semester, though the students should be sure they can complete the requirements of the course before enrolling.

To complete the HCE requirement, students submit proof of completion and respond to reflection questions via Moodle.  

Students are strongly encouraged to register for HNRS 1010 in the semester following full completion of the HCE.  Proof of completion must be submitted by the end of the first week of classes in order to remain enrolled in HNRS 1010.  In some cases, a student may enroll in HNRS 1010 while undertaking the HCE activity, but a plan for successful completion must be submitted and approved by the HNRS 1010 instructor of record by the end of the first week of classes in order to stay in the course. 

T TH, 10:30am-12:00pm, 210 Choppin

Professor: John Pojman

For science or non-science majors. In the course we will explore the science of the materials used in visual art through the ages, with special emphasis on how polymers and polymer chemistry have been used and how the advent of new materials allowed new art forms. We will do in-class activities including making frescoes, ink, oil paints, Bakelite, Galalith and using acrylic paints.

August 2025 marks the 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, a catastrophic storm that claimed the lives of over 1,800 Louisiana residents and displaced more than a million people. HNRS 2000 will explore the history and lasting impact of the disaster, examining the failure of critical flood protection infrastructure, the environmental consequences, and the government’s response. The course will also examine the roles and responsibilities of both citizens and governments in large-scale crises, using Michael Sandel’s Justice as a framework to explore ongoing challenges affecting Louisiana.

T TH, 10:30am-12:00pm, 203 French House 

Professor: Craig Harvey 

What can a lean system do for your organization? Manage    processes efficiently, reduce lead time, reduce costs, increase customer value, etc. This course will discuss the essentials of lean systems, including tools and techniques to improve any business process. For example, we will discuss Plan, Do, Check, Act (PDCA), value stream mapping, 5S, and other tools/techniques you can use to improve any business process. The course content will include lectures, in class case examples,  and lean projects to help you develop and understand the skills. Students will complete a class project and present their results.

Who should take this course? All students interested in improving business  processes regardless of your background. Engineers, science major, business major, etc. should all find this course valuable for their future careers. Math, science, or engineering knowledge is NOT required.

T TH, 1:30-3:30pm, 200 French House 

Professor: Craig Harvey 

 This course is an introductory course to human centered design (HCD) principles for improving designs and ensuring the user is considered in any design. In almost any job, there is some type of design work, so this course is applicable to anyone regardless of their background. You will have the opportunity to critique bad designs, identify good designs, and create designs of your own using HCD. Course format: The course content will include lectures, in class design critiques, application of HCD principals, and a design project of your own. Students will complete a semester design project and present the methods you used to understand the user and access your design. Who should take this course? All students interested in creating or improving designs. Engineers, science majors, business majors, etc. should all find this course valuable for their future careers, but any major is welcome and encouraged. Math, science, or engineering knowledge is NOT required.

T TH, 9:00-10:30am, RNR

Professor: Phil Stouffer

This course will explore North America and the New World tropics, from the Arctic to the Amazon, and from the Great Lakes to the Caribbean. Some recurring topics will be climate change, habitat alteration wildfire, introduced species, extinction, and disease. This course will be taught in a seminar and discussion format.

T TH, 3:00-4:30pm, 1280 ECE

Professor: Chris D’Elia 

This course takes an ecological perspective on the topic of marine biology. It provides a broad overview of life in the sea; biological processes in marine environments in the context of the physical and chemical environment; the structure and function of marine biological communities; productivity in the oceans and food webs; diversity, evolution and adaptations of marine organisms; the role of the oceans in global cycles; marine fisheries and marine pollution. It offers an introduction to planktonic, soft-bottom, coral reef, estuarine, intertidal, deep-sea communities and environments, and the effects of human activity on life in the sea, as well as key societal and policy issues confronting those who use, enjoy and manage marine resources. There are no mandatory prerequisites but BIOL 1001 and BIOL 1002 (General Biology) or equivalents are strongly recommended.

M W, 4:30-6:00pm, 214 Foster Hall

Professor: James V. Remsen 

This course will explore how the “extinct” ivory-billed woodpecker fools us into making fifty-three thinking errors. Yes, we will learn a lot about one of the iconic birds of America that is almost certainly extinct, but the point of the course is to learn about the cognitive mistakes scientists make, using James Christopher Haney’s book as a text. 

M W, 4:30-6:00pm, Tureaud

Professor: Abbie Fish 

Throughout history, people have been captivated by infectious diseases and their origins. The recent COVID-19 pandemic has heightened curiosity about how these diseases spread and the ways we can prevent and treat them. This course explores the history of some of the world's most devastating epidemics and examines their lasting influence on modern approaches to infectious disease management and treatment.

T TH, 9:00-10:30am, 220 French House

Professor: Rebecca Christofferson  

One Health is a concept that understands that human, animal, and environmental health are interconnected, and one cannot be optimized without consideration of the other two. There are several benefits of One Health approaches to growing human, animal, and animal health problems. By considering complex problems in terms of the relationships among parts rather than addressing each piece discretely (systems thinking), new emergent and global challenges can be met head-on. Disciplinary silos should be avoided so that redress of one problem doesn’t unintentionally exacerbate others. Educating future leaders in One Health is critical to tackle complex, multi-sectoral challenges for the improvement of the global condition. 

M W, 5:00-6:30pm, 221 French House

Professor: Tim Landry

A study of the life, career, and legacy of Richard Milhous Nixon is as Ronald Reagan described the man himself—complex and fascinating, a worthy pursuit for a university Honors student. You will learn not so much what to think, but how to think. A rigorous university History course will impress upon you that historical figures such as Nixon are much more than “hero” or “villain.” They are incredibly complex human beings and politicians.

Applying the lessons of the history you learn here will lead you to becoming a valuable informed and thinking citizen—no matter your political persuasion or philosophy. The critical thinking skills you learn here—objectively examining historical issues, conflicts, and personalities—will be valuable in your future career—be it law, medicine, the arts, or whatever field you choose.

T TH, 4:30-6:00pm, 221 French House

Professor: Tim Landry

While this course will emphasize the impactful presidency of Lyndon Baines Johnson, this is primarily a cradle-to-grave study of the 36th President of the United States and the 20th century world in which he grew up and greatly shaped. One cannot properly understand American history without comprehending Lyndon Johnson’s Texas Hill Country and its history as an American frontier, Lyndon Johnson’s family legacy, and how this shaped him into the man and politician he became. An ongoing theme throughout the semester is the struggle described in the Amazon banner on your textbook, the constant tension in Lyndon Johnson’s life and career “between political expediency and getting things done for the American people.” He was the ultimate politician and the original (and best) practitioner in American political history of the “art of the deal.” Learning about Lyndon Johnson the political dealmaker not only increases our understanding of American History but provides lessons—both do’s and don’ts—for your own future careers in politics, law, medicine, or wherever your ambitions take you. This course, like my course on Richard Nixon, will contain elements of a history graduate school-level seminar, in that you will be expected to read, write, discuss, and contribute original thought to the discussion and not simply regurgitate factual material. However, this course contains more traditional lecture sessions than my Nixon course.

T TH, 9:00-10:30am, 200 French House

Professor: Kerri Tobin

Homelessness in the United States is a significant social problem, but there are ways we can understand the issue more deeply, and there are approaches that have worked and are working to get individuals and families into permanent housing. In this course, we will explore experiences and public perceptions of homelessness and how policymakers have responded.

T TH, 1:30-3:00pm, 214 Peabody Hall

Professor: Joy Blanchard

The main purpose of this course is to provide students with a broad-based overview of issues related to intercollegiate athletics. Utilizing a critical lens, the course will examine intercollegiate athletics vis à vis historical, legal, sociological, economic, and organizational contexts, among others.

M W F, 10:30-11:30am 

Professor: Janene Grodesky 

Content and theory related to basic health information; critical health issues, economic, political and cultural influences on health and wellness; improving and maintaining optimal health and wellness.

T TH, 4:30-6:00pm, 135 French House 

Professor: Gwen Murray 

This course is designed as an interdisciplinary exploration of Brazil. Brazil’ s turbulent political history and contemporary struggles with violence, economic disparity, and inclusion have become cultural currency producing some of the most globally recognizable cultural production—particularly cinema and music. Students will survey different types of scholarship on Brazil--journalism, social sciences, music, TV & film, and cultural theory--to understand the relationship between Brazilian society and culture.

M W F, 1:30-2:30pm, 218 French House

Professor: Kenny Smith

The idea that the physical world in which we currently reside is not the only reality, that there exist other worlds above, below, alongside, and beyond our own, and that human beings may, under special circumstances, access these other worlds, may not represent a cultural universal, but it’s very close. In this course, by reading about, writing about, and discussing together, various historical, literary, anthropological, sociological, and even scientific approaches to the question of other worlds, you’ll develop a strong grasp of how this rich and compelling theme has emerged in so many diverse historical and cultural contexts. Ultimately, you’ll employ the theoretical tools we’ve practiced together to conduct your own, original study of the ways in which this theme plays out in contemporary culture and present the results of your study to your peers.

M W F, 2:30-3:30pm, 218 French House 

Professor: Kenny Smith 

What is magic? How exactly is it different from science, or religion? How is it played out in human societies historically, and how is it currently playing out in popular American culture? Put somewhat differently, what do Harry Potter, sports fandom, mind-body medicine, high-stakes college exams, prosperity gospel, Star Wars, New Age spirituality, Game of Thrones, and the ways in which we think about political figures have in common? They each represent major features in America’s contemporary magical landscape. Are you now magic-curious?

T TH, 12:00-1:30pm, 200 French House  

Professor: Mark Wagner   

From its inception, the Zionist movement, which sought to establish a Jewish state in Palestine and did so, had a rocky relationship with Judaism.  At the same time, the Palestinian national movement, which arose in tandem with Zionism, wrestled with the question of whether or not the national cause was also the cause of Islam, writ large.  Palestinian Christians found themselves caught in the middle.  This course will examine debates over the role of Judaism in the state of Israel.  It will also address Islamic politics among Palestinians in the West Bank, Gaza, and in Israel. It will also address the interlinked emergence of religious extremism among Israeli Jews and Palestinians.  Finally, the difficult question of the relationship between Jewish ethnicity (European or Afro-Asiatic) and Jewish religiosity, will be explored.

T TH, 9:00-10:30am, 218 French House

T TH, 10:30am-12:00pm, 220 French House  

Professor: Raquel Robvais   

COVID-19 has reminded us of the questions we wrestle with in the care of our health. Does care belong to us, is it bequeathed to us or something we borrow for a bit, only to be taken away? This isn’t anything new or novel, African Americans and other marginalized communities have lived with this uncertainty. The health of black and brown bodies is often negotiated and devalued, taking shape in all sorts of ways: environmental injustices and exclusion of pain medication, artificial intelligence, and the assertion of human differences. This course lays a theoretical foundation for students to understand why we are seeing inequities today. We will examine how social factors such as poverty, community context, work environments, etc. affect our health. A critical observation and sustained examination over the semester will lead us to understand that America’s collision with COVID-19, the disparity in health care, and the denial of health equity is the fulfillment of the omen, “the more things change, the more they stay the same.”

T TH, 10:30am-12:00pm

Professor: Nichole Bauer 

Political representation in the United States is at its highest level ever with the most diverse Congress currently serving. Issues of gender identity, racial identity, sexual orientation, social class, and the intersection of these identities, are increasingly relevant and visible political issues. This class will examine intersectionality broadly looking at the cross-sections of race, gender, sexuality, social class, etc. and how these identities affect individual political experiences and individual political engagement among citizens, the formation of public policies, and how citizens choose representatives in elected office.

T TH, 3:30-4:30pm, Coates 

Professor: Daniel Felty  

This honors seminar explores the philosophical and theological dimensions of good and evil, particularly in relation to the existence of God. The course begins with an introduction to basic metaethics, addressing questions about the nature of moral truth and the foundation of ethical judgments. Students will then examine moral theories concerning God, exploring how metaethical theories relate to theism. Finally, the seminar delves into the problem of evil and criticisms of theism from a moral perspective. The seminar encourages critical thinking and rigorous development of personal perspectives on these complex issues.

T TH, 1:30-3:00pm, 135 French House

Professor: Darius Spieth   

This course will look at art produced during the period of the French Revolution, ca. 1775-1825, from an interdisciplinary perspective. IT will retrace how neoclassical subject matter developed by Jacques-Louis David and his students became increasingly politicized during the 11780’s, and how it provided potent visual allegories during Robespierre’s Rule of Terror in the 1790’s. By the turn of the nineteenth century, as Neoclassicism faded in importance, Romanticism reacted against it by introducing new content dealing frequently with bodily decay, human suffering, and exoticism. Although paintings and sculptures will be the focus of this class, historical, social, and political shifts will provide the framework in which these works are analyzed. Guest lectures, including a planned class visit by an internationally acclaimed member of the French Academy in Paris, Prof. Marc Fumaroli, will supplement and enrich class discussions. As capstone projects, students will create a hypothetical exhibition on the subject of “Art and the French Revolution,” as well as write and present a research project. Completion of this course will earn you credit equivalent to English 2000.

M W, 3:30-5:00pm, 220 French House

Professor: William Ma 

Designed as an exploratory survey on the visual arts of Vietnam, this course will cover all major historical periods. Emphasis will be placed on 1) the interactions between Vietnam and the various colonial presences in the region: Chinese, French, and the United States; 2) the historical interactions between the Vietnamese majority and the ethnic minorities such as the Chams and Nungs; 3) critical assessment in the formulation of a national identity; 4) the diasporic Vietnamese identity and communities, especially those from Louisiana. General Education: English Composition, Humanities

T TH, 4:30-6:00pm, 35 Allen

Professor: Henry Goldkamp

Handspringing across a grand, circus-worthy expanse of clown-centric disciplines—stand-up, performance arts, film, television, fiction, poetry, paintings, and theater—we will ultimately seek the answer to the question: Is the clown an integral part of the human condition? Beginning with a swift history of clown—and quickly dispelling all pejorative connotations that only recently have begun to cling to its polka-dot coat—we will survey the various ways that failure provides a universal springboard for the some of the most fruitful, dynamic artworks ever created. This honors class is designed for the material, cross-genre thinker who would like to learn erudite theories and concepts as they pertain to a whoopie cushion, squirting flower, or banana peel. We will study the gag as cultural artifact, the semiotics of clown makeup and costume, as well as investigate and analyze the manner in which clown is represented by famous and lesser-known works of literature, cinema, and pop culture.

M W F, 11:30-12:30pm, 127 Coates 

Professor: Touria Khannous 

This course is an introduction to contemporary global cinema covering films by internationally recognized filmmakers from a diverse range of countries. We will examine the aesthetic, cultural and political aspects of the films, their cinematic techniques and major genres, their distinctive national cinemas and the composition of their film audiences. We will particularly focus on the different images of the body represented in contemporary global cinema. Main topics are gendered bodies, digital bodies, body and trauma, etc. The course’s theoretical framework includes readings by Michel Foucault, and Judith Butler, among others.

T TH, 9:00-10:30am, 221 French House 

Professor: Inessa Bazayev  

This course aims to introduce and contextualize twentieth-century music through the backdrop of visual arts. We will survey artistic movements from impressionism through post-modernism to deepen our understanding of twentieth century music from social, political, and artistic perspectives. The course will be driven by weekly source readings, critical blog posts, and essay projects. 

Section 900: TH 3:00-6:00pm, 1005 East Laville

Section 902: W 6:00-9:00pm, 1005 East Laville

Professor: DJ Sparr

In Songwriting, students will learn methods to craft their own songs (lyrics, melody, and chords). The course presents songs from the past and present for analysis. Students engage in weekly “roundtable” discussions workshopping their songs. There are no required pre-requisites for the course. A typical class will start with group singing and musical exercises such as solfeggio (aural skills) while talking about musical fundamentals. From there, we will present and discuss “hit” songs where we will analyze lyrics, chord progressions, and historical/social context. Class then becomes either group work on your own songs or the performances of your own songs.

W, 3:00-6:00pm, 1005 East Laville  

Professor: DJ Sparr  

In the Music Composition for Non-Majors course, students will explore methods for crafting musical works, utilizing composition to learn the fundamentals of music. This process follows a "discover, drill, create" technique, where students uncover musical concepts with guidance from the teacher, practice through improvisational exercises using those concepts, and finally, compose original pieces employing these newfound skills. There will also be study of important historical pieces in many genres. You will write a paper and do a presentation on one of these pieces. Each class will commence with a listening and discussion session centered around significant classical or art music pieces, incorporating the study and critique of compositions from both historical and contemporary periods. In addition to weekly composing assignments, students will undertake a "final composition project" and be required to write a paper and deliver a presentation on a historically significant piece of "art music.” Upon completing the Creative Music Composition course, students will gain enhanced knowledge and skills in music composition, a deeper understanding of music history, and proficiency in collaboration, presentation, critical thinking, & discussion.

Section 903: T TH, 9:00-10:30am, 1005 East Laville Hall

Section 904: T TH, 10:30-12:00pm, 1005 East Laville Hall

Professor: Jennifer Lau

This course explores music in society and its cultural relevance, and is designed to increase the students’ appreciation of music as well as enhance their listening skills. We will use classical music as a starting point for developing listening skills by examining Western classical art music of the Medieval Period to the 21st century. Students are introduced to various periods, styles, and composers of music from various cultures and times. By placing individual pieces, techniques, and composers into context, we can observe how individuals innovate or disrupt the norm to create lasting change. There are many different kinds of music, and all music has value. You’ll have several opportunities to apply your new knowledge and analysis skills to your favorite kinds of music. This course will also provide an introduction to the fundamentals of music and musical notation.

T TH, 3:00-4:30pm, 221 French House   

Professor: Michael Blandino 

The works of composers and artists who employ systems of order in their creative practice offer insight into creative agency in interaction with (and within) the design of such systems. Such insights inform our understanding of interactive and networked systems more broadly defined and the affordances and limitations they offer and impose on participants. The design and use of automated systems in creative application complicates notions of agency for composers, performers, participants, and audience members. Through a review of works and writings, this course will explore these topics.

Section 906: T TH, 10:30-12:00pm, 135 Music & Dramatic Arts

Section 907: T TH, 3:00-4:30pm, 135 Music & Dramatic Arts

Professor: Brett Duggan

In this course, students will learn, practice, and analyze the transferable skills learned from improvising theatre, including gaining a broader understanding of Improvisation in theater history, modern culture, and the business world. By studying and applying the principles of spontaneous problem-solving, listening, and teamwork, students will gain a strong foundation in how this artform can improve one's work and social life. The various improv tools and step-by-step techniques will help students overcome self-consciousness while discovering how to analyze outcomes in a proactive and impersonal way. Lessons will be experiential, and as the course continues, the complexity of the experiments will deepen. The student will read and compare renowned improv practitioners' and teachers' writings in conjunction with the classwork. Improv is a truly an art-form and a way into experiencing Theater and Performance without a dictator of the script.

Students will be asked to research a specific theatrical genre (for example, Chekhovian Magical Realism, Southern Gothic, or Brechtian) then analyze it. Assigned class teams will be asked to present their findings to the class in presentation and incorporate this research into practical application thru Performance.

T Th, 4:30-6:00pm, ECE 1280 

Professor: Sabrina Cervantez  

In this course, we will discuss topics related to the History of Science in the nineteenth century with a focus on Britain. We will discuss scientific discoveries and technological advancements in various fields. We will also discuss the popular perception of scientific discoveries during the nineteenth century. Topics include: geology, mathematics, medicine, chemistry, science fiction, and more! 

T Th, 12:00-1:30pm, 55 Allen

Professor: Gregory Stone 

Students will study the entirety of Dante’s Divine Comedy (Inferno, Purgatory, Paradise), a work of great scope that aims to provide a complete picture of the reality of the cosmos and of human virtues and vices. One of the great masterpieces of world literature, Dante’s poem is a compendium of the scientific, philosophical, religious, literary, historical, and political issues that were considered important in the Western tradition from classical antiquity through the beginnings of the Renaissance.

M W F, 11:30am-12:30pm, 218 French House 

Professor: Mike Dettinger   

This course will examine German historical and cultural roots in the state of Louisiana from the 18th Century to present day. We will concentrate on the early arrival of German settlers, the historically German geographic areas of Louisiana, the influence of German customs on Louisiana culture, shared traditions between both Louisiana and Germany, and analyze the current state of the German presence in Louisiana. Texts will include films and fiction, as well as historical and theoretical literature by European and American scholars. Course taught in English. No knowledge of German required. 

T Th, 3:00-4:30pm, 135 French House 

Professor: Dean Jonathan Earle 

Reacting to the Past is an innovative way to study history. The dynamics of history come alive through elaborate simulations in which students play the roles of historical characters. Grades are based on active participation in class discussion and debates, written assignments composed in the voice of one’s character, and a midterm and final exam that test historical understanding of the events we study. NB: Success in this course depends on regular attendance and participation.

T TH, 1:30-3:00pm

Professor: Dr. Will Puente

Mock Trial and Legal Advocacy  introduces students to the fundamentals of trial advocacy through the American Mock Trial Association (AMTA). Students will develop skills in legal analysis, persuasive argumentation, public speaking, and teamwork. Students will prepare for and compete in an invitational competition hosted by another school or a local competition in Baton Rouge. Open to all majors.

T TH, 3:00-4:30pm, 436 Hodges 

Professor: Nancy Laguna-Luque

Introduction to scholarly writing and research in the social sciences. This course is designed to develop and improve students’ scholarly reading, writing, presentational, and research skills. In this seminar students will conduct research in multiple ethnic heritage and racial identities depending on their interests. Students will explore the cultural practices and social experiences that have given shape to the identity of the other person in our country.

Several Sections (6): M W F 12:30-1:30pm & T TH 12:00-1:30pm/Several Locations

Professors: Multiple

Blindness and Awakenings: Plato, Sophocles, Austen; Change and Conversion: Augustine, Kafka, Ionesco; Courage and Self-Understanding: Brecht, Goodall, Fossey, Coates

T TH 3:00-4:30pm, Several Sections/Locations (4)

Professors: Multiple 

Stand at the edge of the abyss-in good company. Explore how works from Ecclesiastes, Shakespeare, Nietzsche, Hardy, and more have wrestled with despair, doubt, and the search for meaning. 

T TH, 1:30-3:00pm, 221 French House
 
Professor: Joshua Allbright

Experience the epic battles, larger than life figures, and great speeches of the ancient world as we read works by Homer, Plato, Ovid, and more.

T TH, 10:30am-12:00pm, Quad 

Professor: Janet McDonald 

This is the first class in a four-semester sequence designed to enable you to write an upper division honors thesis in psychology.  You must take this course in order to do an honors thesis in psychology.  The course covers the methods used in psychological research, teaches you critical thinking skills for research by reading and critiquing psychology journal articles, allows you to design, run and analyze a small research study that the class does together, and requires an APA style research proposal in an area of your choosing.  This class offers lots of hands-on opportunities for skill acquisition.

Requirements:      

• Psychology major with at least a 3.5 GPA
• Junior level standing, with 4 semesters left until graduation (graduation date Spring 2027)
• After completing this class, you will be paired with a faculty mentor in the psychology department for the next three semesters.  During that time, you will devise an empirical research project, do a formal written and oral proposal, devise your stimuli and measurement instruments, run participants in your study, enter and analyze your data, and write an APA style report, and have a formal oral defense of your project.  You will gain extremely valuable research and data analysis skills that graduate departments in psychology are looking for!

T TH, 12:00-1:30pm, BEC

Professor: Rudy Hirscheim  

The rapid pace of new technological development over the past half century has led to widespread changes in human activity and the institutions that surround them. Indeed, there is little question regarding how life has been dramatically altered through the assimilation of digital technologies. This alteration is manifest in visible and not so visible ways. It has produced subtle and not so subtle changes surrounding social values and norms, social structures and institutions, as well as the very character of human relationships. Such fundamental social and societal change gives rise to a myriad of ethical issues and challenges. This course examines these ethical issues by attempting to understand how digital technologies in its many forms affects social relationships, institutional arrangements, ideological beliefs, human behavior, and in particular social values and norms. HNRS 3025 is an interdisciplinary course that will explore how digital technologies shape and are shaped by society and individuals’ beliefs and values. It will also consider how ethical issues have or have not been considered when designing and implementing digital technology at the individual, group and societal levels. Essentially, the course’s purpose is to allow students to develop a richer and deeper understanding of the social, ethical, and policy issues associated with society’s inextricable linkage to and use of digital technologies. The course will primarily focus on technologies and issues such as big data, artificial intelligence, privacy and surveillance, intellectual property, social media, cybersecurity, professional ethics and responsibilities, work arrangements, and the digital divide.