Interdisciplinary Studies

This course is offered through the University of Maryland College Park ROTC program. Freshman course for AFROTC cadets. Introduces students to the United States Air Force and encourages participation in Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps. Featured topics include: overview of ROTC, special programs offered through ROTC, mission and organization of the Air Force, brief history of the Air Force, introduction to leadership and and leadership related issues, Air Force Core Values, Air Force officer opportunities, and an introduction to communication studies. Leadership laboratory is mandatory for AFROTC cadets and complements this course by providing cadets with followership experiences. An elective but required for freshmen desiring the four-year AFROTC program. Corequisite: AFROTC cadets must also register for ARSC059, Air Force Officer Lab (UMD course number); ASC-159 (NDMU course number). [ 1 credit ]

This course is offered by the University of Maryland College Park ROTC program. Class will have online meetings with an option to meet face-to-face. See instructor for details. Restriction: Must be an AFROTC cadet. Repeatable to 10 credits if content differs. Formerly ARSC159 (UMD course). [ 1 credit ]

This course is offered through the University of Maryland College Park ROTC Program. Sophomore course for AFROTC cadets. Study of factors contributing to the development of air power from its earliest beginnings through two world wars; the evolution of air power concepts and doctrine; introductory leadership; and assessment of communicative skills. Corequisite: AFROTC cadets must also register for ARSC059, Air Force Officer Lab (UMD course number); ASC-159 (NDMU course number). [ 1 credit ]

This course will be used as a "holding course" in order to pre-register students and assign IDs, network log-ins and webadvisor access.

Assists first-year students in making a successful transition to college life. The course has three overlapping themes: becoming an intentional learner, becoming a Notre Dame woman, and acquiring global and intercultural fluency. Each student will examine and reflect upon various aspects of her life, including her relationship to other students, the institution and the community (understanding culture, appreciating diversity). Students will have the opportunity to develop personal, academic, and leadership skills and habits that will enhance their college experiences and promote lifelong learning. Required for first-year traditional age students and transfer students with fewer than 12 credits. [3 credits]

Fosters personal awareness and development central to learning to be a leader capable of fostering positive social change in society. Emerging Leaders Lab enables students to articulate their mission, discern their preferred leadership style, practice key interpersonal communication skills, and work effectively with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and in groups. Students focus on developing self- knowledge and skill in time and stress management, conflict resolution, ethical decision making and conduct in professional settings. [1 credit]

Provides students with assessments of skills in writing, reading and mathematics which then are integrated into customized coaching for each student. The class stresses communication and integrated into customized coaching for each student. The class stresses communication and quantitative problem solving readiness for academic success in first-year entry-level studies. Connections between career aspirations and choice of acdemic major will be explored with the guidance of faculty, academic success coaches and career development professionals. [ 3 credits ]

Helps students examine the differing meanings of feminism based on readings and films from a variety of disciplinary perspectives. Examines how race, ethnicity, class, age, ability and sexual orientation shape women's points of commonality and difference. Includes a service-learning project involving incarcerated women. Fulfills general education requirement in gender studies. [3 credits]

This is an introduction to peace and justice studies. The course focuses on negative peace (i.e., eliminating direct violence, including war) as well as positive peace building (fostering an equitable economic system and ecological balance). The course analyzes the roots of violence and inequity as well antidotes to these problems. Fulfills general education requirement in cross-cultural studies and history. [3 credits]

Considers the new ways of thought that emerged in the Ancient Near East, Greece, India, and China during the first millennium BCE ("the axial age"). Thinkers reconsider basic areas of concern--the transcendent, human nature, the family, society, government, knowledge, the past, and death--in relation to the pre-existing culture. For example, this re-interpretation of tradition led to the rise of: Biblical Judaism in the Near East; classical philosophy in Greece; the Upanishads and Buddhism in India; and Confucianism and Daoism in China. In this seminar, students strengthen their critical thinking skills. Prerequisite: Morrissy scholar or permission. Fulfills general education requirement in lower-level philosophy. [3 credits]

Presents an interdisciplinary approach to developing leadership skills in a world of social change. Students will examine multiple leadership paradigms with a focus on models that are inclusive, empowering, purposeful, ethical and process-oriented. They will critically examine their own perceptions about leadership; identify relevant leadership attitudes, behaviors and skills; and apply leadership knowledge through a variety of experiences including self-assessment, skill development, service-learning and small group team activities. Prerequisite: IDS 100L. [3 credits]

Expands the student's sign language vocabulary and increases speed, accuracy, and fluency of sign language communication. ASL word order and idioms are highlighted. Discussion of sign language interpreters and the laws governing interpreters in the fifty states are addressed. Lectures focus on deaf culture. [ 3 credits ]

Provides students with an opportunity to study the University's mission of social responsibility through readings and discussion. Students will also develop a hands-on understanding of what it means to be a socially-responsible citizen through a service-learning experience. [3 credits]

A readings and discussion course which will focus on career development theories and applications. Students will learn strategies to help them choose a major and/or career, identify interests, skills and values, develop effective job-hunting and career advancement strategies. Career assessment and resume construction are included.

Considers science fiction as a literature of ideas-the ideas of modern science. Selects contemporary science fiction writers and film makers in order to gain a perspective on the development of a fiction of scientific ideas and a prophecy of future technological change. Employs reading, film and the campus planetarium. Prerequisite: Morrissy scholar or permission. [3 credits]

Examines meaning and desires to live a meaningful life. A meaningful life has been reflected upon and written about through the centuries, reflecting the lives of those who struggle to discover their place in the world and means by which they will experience fulfillment. This course is designed to assist students in considering who they want to be and what they want their lives to mean, exploring the possible avenues by which that meaning will find expression, and pursuing the practical considerations necessary to bring dreams to concrete fulfillment. Perequisite: Morrissy Honors Students only or permission of Morrissy Honors Director. [ 3 credits ]

An experiential option which allows for the exploration of majors and career fields through a monitored work placement. Students work with their academic advisor to identify objectives for the experience and submit a career-related assignment to the Career Center as part of the course. Prerequisites: Completed 30 credits, attended a Career Center Internship Orientation workshop, minimum sophomore status, and academic advisor's permission. 2, 3, or 4 credits.

Analyzes seminal works of the 19th century Romantic movement in the fields of art and music. The relatedness of the two forms is revealed through discovery of common themes running through works of the Romantic period-the emancipation of the individual, the love of nature, nationalism, and fondness for the fantastic and the exotic. Common qualities of expression found among the two art forms during the period also emerge, providing a holistic sense of the intellectual and artistic atmosphere of the times. Opportunities for visits to museums, concerts, and theatre or opera performances are provided. Prerequisite: Morrissy scholar or permission. Fulfills general education requirement in fine arts. [3 credits]

Explores life in the new millennium: what has been, what is now and what is to come. Examines questions of political and social movements, population growth, cultural diversity, emergent economics, technological change, biological engineering and space exploration in the first 50 years of the 21st century. Prerequisite: Morrissy scholar or permission. [ 3 credits ]

The course presents an interdisciplinary approach to developing leadership skills in a world of social change. Students will examine multiple leadership paradigms with a focus on models that are inclusive, empowering, purposeful, ethical, and process-oriented. They will critically examine their own perceptions about leadership, identify relevant leadership attitutdes, behaviors, and skills, and apply leadership knowledge through skill development, service learning, and small group team activities. Women's College students must have completed the Emerging Leaders program and transfer, CE, and WEC students should have completed BUS 302 Principles of Management. 3 credits.

Continued skill development in expressive and receptive American Sign Language begun in ASL I. Taught in ASL. [ 3 credits ]

Intermediate grammatical features of ASL, vocabulary, conversational skills, as well as information on the culture of the Deaf Community. Taught in ASL. [ 3 credits ]

Service abroad is an independent, self-sustaining course which enhances all departments and programs. It is another opportunity for Notre Dame women to further expand their knowledge of the world and their self-giving. Service Abroad immerses the participant more deeply into the culture of another country. Prerequisite: Completion of required independent study/lab with a grade of B and Junior/Senior standing. Fulfills general education requirement in cross-cultural studies. [3 credits]

This independent study, prior to the actual service, introduces the student to the history, culture and language of the country where she will give service. The exact content of the course is determined by the instructor and depends on the student's knowledge and level of preparation. Prerequisite: Permission of program director. Fulfills general education requirement in cross-cultural studies. [1 credit]

This course examines the educational experience of women in the United States in the 19th and 20th centuries. Students survey ideas, attitudes and arguments about the education of women; explore the history of academies and women's colleges, coeducation in public and private schools and colleges, and the uniquely American expansion of educational and professional opportunities for women. Includes the work of pioneers and contemporary leaders. Prerequisite: Morrissy Scholar or permission. 3 credits.

Examines rare books from library archives and digital collections, and students complete project-based assignments working first-hand with rate materials from the Loyola Notre Dame Library collection. The courses culminate with students proposing a digital humanities resource that curates their original archival research from the semester. In order to prepare for the proposal, students learn the fundamentals of book history and textual studies, a branch of theory that investigates the production, circulation, and reception of the book in society and how the physical features of books impact the experience of reading. Students also have the opportunity to create an original, handmade book themselves. Prerequisite: Morrissy Honor Scholar or permission of Morrissy Program Director. [ 3 credits ]

Provides an overview of various dimensions of the Roman Catholic faith, including Catholic practices, histories, cultures and doctrines. Topics to be considered are: Catholic spirituality and institutions, Catholic ecumenism and inter-religious dialogue, Catholicism and the arts, sciences and social action; the history of the Catholic Church, global Catholicism, contemporary Catholic theology, and the future of the Catholic Church. Prerequisite: RST-201. Fulfills general education requirement for 300/400-level religious studies.

Examines, in a seminar format, the topic of utopias and dystopias in history and literature. Traces humanity's literary and historical quest to conceive a perfect community, analyzes the history of failed utopian experiments, and studies how contemporary societies' evolving aspirations and fears generate new visions of utopia and dystopia. Taking an interdisciplinary approach, the course explores a range of utopias and dystopias, both literary and real, to understand the connections among them and the theories of human nature on which they are based. Prerequisite: Morrissy Scholor or permission. Fulfills general education requirement in literature. [ 3 credits ]

Combines the experiential component of an on-site professional work placement with an interdisciplinary consideration of work-related issues. Focus of the course is on integrating the academic component with work experience through reflection, class discussion and assignments. Prerequisites: Completed 30 credits, attended an Academic Career and Enrichment Center internship orientation workshop, minimum sophomore status, and academic advisor's permission. [2, 3 or 4 credits]

Provides students with the opportunity to understand and evaluate various religious and philosophical positions and arguments on a range of contemporary moral issues related to biotechnology. Explores the science of genetics and its application to the fields of biology, technology and medicine. Examines selected topics in the ethics of genetic testing, research, drugs and therapy. Prerequisite: Morrissy scholar or permission; RST-201. Fulfills general education requirements for 300/400 level religious studies and values. [3 credits]

Explores the bidirectional relationship between our health and the health of our homes, communities, food, air, waterways and climate. We will examine the broad ecological impacts that are beginning to impede our goals of health and well-being as a result of our pursuit of health and comfort by manipulating the natural world through the creation of built environments, energy, chemicals, medicines and manufactured goods. Topics covered include: basic principles of environmental exposures, toxicology, risk assessment, infectious disease, natural radition, and crop and livestock production. Particular emphasis will be given to how methods of energy production affect our health and climate and to understanding the connection between fossil fuel consumption and air quality and climate change. Relevant and current environmental policies and regulation will also be discussed. Importantly, we will also define and emphasize the concept of environmental justice and how to learn from our mistakes of the past as they apply to environmental exposures, particularly in vulnerable populations. Course is open to NDMU Honors students of all disciplines as it explores issues from many disciplines such as biology, psychology, medicine, engineering, history, sociology, and economics and aims to make all students informed citizens and enviornmental advocates. Prerequisite: Morrissy Scholar with the completion of Natural Science with Lab and a Social Science Gen Ed or Permission by the course instructor and the Morrissy Director. [ 3 credits ]

Explores the relationship between religion and science as bodies of knowledge, modes of inquiry, and ways of knowing. Examines the complex history of science and religion as social institutions in various degrees of cooperation and tension. Areas of inquiry will include theology, spirituality, scientific theories, and philosophy of science, as well as the intersection of these areas at key historical moments such as the Copernican revolution, natural selection, and the development of quantum physics. Prerequisite: RST 105 or RST-201. Fulfills general education requirement for 300/400 level religious studies. [3 credits]

Explores gaming's intersections with themes such as art, economics, history, culture, race, media, training, and gender. Learners will critically examine, analyze, and discuss gaming and its many facets as they perform scholarly research and analyze games and their narratives for cultural and societal significance. They will also cultivate next-generation skills such as creativity, problem-solving, collaboration, communication, and multimedia production as they collaboratively develop their own game premise and present both written and oral professional-quality proposals to industry experts. Prerequisite: Women's College Morrissy Honors program. Junior/Senior level. [ 3 credits ]

Explores the roots of anti-Semitism and the rise to power of the Nazis. Considers the development of the German policies toward the Jews, from economic discrimination to planned extermination, the fate of Jews in various countries under German control, and the possibility of resistance and opportunities for rescue. Prerequisite: Morrissy scholar or permission. [3 credits]

Introduces an academically-based didactic experience in which the student is trained in the methods of research at the college level for a specific discipline. The student serves as a research apprentice to a faculty mentor within the student's academic discipline. There is an interdisciplinary monthly seminar for all apprentices, an experiential student research component, weekly office hours and weekly supervision with the faculty mentor. Permission of instructor and research mentor. [1, 2, or 3 credits: 10 semester hours for 1 credit; 20 semester hours for 2 credits; or 30 semester hours for 3 credits]

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Helps students integrate previous academic and experiential learning to address a contemporary social issue, and develop workable and innovative solutions to tackle some aspect of that social issue. With coordinator approval, students may take the seminar portion of the course along with a relevant senior-level practicum in their major. [3 credits]

Through an intensive seminar and discussion format, this course will consider the "green movement" and sustainability initiatives with particular attention to the Greater Baltimore area. Topics will include green business practices, sustainability and the environmental climate in Maryland, green science, the debate on global warming and related questions, and the role of modern communications media in the public debate on these matters. [ 3 credits ]

Explores various special topics in Interdisciplinary Studies. Topic will change each offering of the course and will be noted. [ 3 credits ]

Provides opportunities for students to attend a Washington, D.C. seminar to learn first-hand from women scientists, leading health experts, medical researchers, and pharmaceutical representatives who are shaping our nation's agenda in this critical policy arena. Speakers are drawn from a variety of agencies and organizations including the National Science Foundation, National Institutes of Health, and the National Research Council. Field trips to some government agencies. Students need to register in two placed to attend the seminar and receive college credit. Students must register for the Winterim course at NDMU (IDS-430) and they must also complete a registration from www.plen.org. [3 credits]

Explores issues concerning women through research and research methodologies that use and apply multidisciplinary feminist theory. This is the culminating capstone seminar for the community of women's studies scholars. Prerequisites: IDS-150, two women's studies electives or permission of instructor. [3 credits]

Provides students with a focused seminar experience that allows them to consider the coursework for the minor through the acquired lens of peace and justice studies. Prerequisite: IDS-160. [3 credits]

Serves as the capstone for the Catholic Studies minor. As such, it provides students with a focused seminar experience that encourages substantial guided research on a topic in Catholic Studies mutually agreed upon by student and professor. May include a service learning component. Prerequisite: IDS-340. [3 credits]

Combines an on-site professional work placement with opportunities to reflect on the work experience as it relates to the student's overall academic program. The focus of the course is on development of effective job search and networking skills and strategies, career management and advancement, and professional growth and development. Prerequisites: completion of 30 credits, attendance at an Academic Career and Enrichment Center internship orientation workshop, sophomore status, academic advisor permission, completion of IDS-361 or department practicum. [2, 3 or 4 credits]

Offers a departmentally-monitored, off-campus professional work experience for upper-level students who have completed IDS-461 and do not have a required departmental practicum. Students work with their academic advisor or a designated faculty member to identify objectives for the experience and complete related assignments. Prerequisites: completion of 30 credits, meetings with an Academic Career and Enrichment Center counselor and with one's academic advisor or designated faculty member, sophomore status, academic advisor permission and completion of IDS-461 or department practicum. [2, 3 or 4 credits]

Provides an opportunity for independent work on an approved topic in Interdisciplinary Studies. Involves research under the guidance of a faculty member of the department. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Variable credit. 1 - 4 credits ]

Explores war and peace through an examination of historical conflicts, social science explanations, ethical positions and alternative peace proposals. Considers 20th century conflicts and alternative explanations of war, and the individual, state and international levels. Compares and contrasts ethical positions from several religious and philosophical traditions. Prerequisite: Morrissy scholar or permission and RST-201. Fulfills general education requirements in 300/400 religious studies, values, and history. [3 credits]

Takes a fresh look at traditional philosophical problems using classic philosophical texts and literary works that deal with common issues. Considers the questions: What is self? Is there an answer to the problem of evil? Are our actions free or determined? Are there any objective moral values? Is the material world real? Prerequisite: Morrissy scholar or permission. Fulfills general education requirement in 300/400 level philosophy. [3 credits]

Expands the academically based didactic experience of IDS-380 in which the student is trained in the methods of research at the college level while serving as a research apprentice to a faculty member within the student's academic discipline. In this second course, the apprentice deepends and broadens skills and techniques related to research project and to demonstrate more independence in executing research. This course provides a unique opportunity for students to train for post-baccalaureate research teaching assistantships through skill development. Prerequisite: IDS-380. [1, 2, or 3 credits: 10 semester hours for 1 credit; 20 semester hours for 2 credits; 30 semester hours for 3 credits]

Introduces an academically-based didactic experience in which the student is trained in the philosophy and methods of teaching at the college level for a specific discipline. The student serves as an educational apprentice to a faculty mentor within the student's academic discipline. There is an interdisciplinary monthly seminar for all apprentices, an experiential student teaching component, weekly office hours and weekly supervision with the faculty mentor. Permission of instructor. [3 credits]

Expands the academically based didactic experience of IDS-496 in which the student is trained in the philosophy and methods of teaching at the college level while serving as an educational apprentice to a faculty member within the student's academic discipline. In this second course, the apprentice develops skills and techniques to assess student work in the content area. This course provides a unique opportunity for students to train for post-baccalaureate teaching or graduate teaching assistantships through skill development. Prerequisite: IDS-496. [3 credits]

This course will examine the h istory of the Regency Period of England. Students will analyze the political, social and economic contexts of the time and compare it to the similar categories of today. This interdisciplinary class, pushes students beyond the History of the Regency Period and explores and examines the modes of communication including social language, the fashion and the popular past times including dancing and fencing. Students will compare these modes to contemporary modes of communication and will consider the similarities and differences betwen the two cultures and draw their own conclusions about human interaction. Prerequisite: Morrissy Honors student status. This course fulfills an honors course and the General Education Requirement for Artistic Expression. [ 3 credits ]

Provides an environment for practicing leadership skills taught in the classroom and hands-on training with military equipment. Corequisite for all other military science courses. (Pass/Fail) [ 0 credits ]

An overview of leadership fundamentals such as setting direction, problem-solving, listening, presenting briefs, providing feedback, and using effective writing skills. Cadets explore dimensions of leadership values, attributes, skills, and actions in the context of practical, hands-on, and interactive exercises. Health, wellness, and fitness instruction occurs outside the classroom. Open enrollment. Concurrent Requisite: MS 099. [ 3 credits ]

ROTC Military Independent Study at Loyola University, MD. BSEP course. [ 1.5 credits ]

Cadets are introduced to the personal challenges and competencies that are critical for effective leadership. Cadets learn how the personal development of life skills such as time management, physical fitness, and stress management relate to leadership, officership, and Army operations. Focus is placed on developing basic knowledge and comprehension of Army leadership dimensions while gaining a big picture understanding of the ROTC program, its purpose in the Army, and its advantages for the student. Health, wellness, and fitness instruction occurs outside the classroom. Open enrollment. [ 3 credits ]

Cadets explore the dimensions of creative and innovative tactical leadership strategies and styles by studying historical case studies and engaging in interactive student exercises. Cadets practice aspects of personal motivation and team building in the context of planning, executing, and assessing team exercises. Focus is on continued development of the knowledge of leadership values and attributes through an understanding of rank, uniform, customs, and courtesies. Leadership case studies of recent global events provide tangible context for learning the Soldier's Creed and Warrior Ethos as they apply in the contemporary operating environment (COE). Health, wellness, and fitness instruction occurs outside the classroom. Open enrollment. [ 2 credits ]

Examines the challenges of leading teams in the complex contemporary operating environment (COE). The course highlights dimensions of the cross-cultural challenges of leadership in a constantly changing world and applies these to practical Army leadership tasks and situations. Health, wellness, and fitness instruction occurs outside the classroom. Open enrollment. MSC-201. Concurrent Requisite: MS 099. [ 3 credits ]

Develops cadet proficiency in planning, executing, and assessing complex operations; functioning as a member of a staff; and providing performance feedback to subordinates. Cadets assess risk, make ethical decisions, and lead fellow ROTC cadets. Lessons on military justice and personnel processes prepare cadets to make the transition to Army officers. Cadets analyze, evaluate, and instruct cadets at lower levels. Classroom and leadership experiences are designed to prepare cadets for their first unit of assignment. Cadets identify responsibilities of key staff, coordinate staff roles, and use situational opportunities to teach, train, and develop subordinates. [ 3 credits ]

Explores the dynamics of leading in the complex situations of current military operations in the contemporary operating environment. Cadets use recent events to examine differences in customs and courtesies, military law, principles of war, and rules of engagement in the face of international terrorism. They also explore aspects of interacting with non-government organizations, civilians on the battlefield, and host nation support. Significant emphasis is placed on preparing cadets for their first unit of assignment. Case studies, scenarios, exercises from recent global events are used to prepare cadets to face the complex ethical and practical demands of leading as commissioned officers in the U.S. Army. Field trip to Civil War battleground. [ 3 credits ]

Introduces students to the liberal arts perspectives on learning, as well as serves as an academic transition to college. Regardless of intended academic major, students will begin the academic learning process via how the liberal arts shape the way one views and analyzes the world, with special focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion. This course is required of all students enrolled in undergraduate studies as part of the General Education: Thinking Critically and Analytically. The course will span two semesters and must be taken consecutively (NDMU-100; fall semester with NDMU-100L; spring semester). [ 2 credits ] [4 credits for Morrissy Honors Students]

Assists first-year students in making a successful transition to college life while stressing specific skills. Required for first-year traditional students and transfer students with fewer than 12 credits. This course is required of all students enrolled in undergraduate studies as part of the General Education: Thinking Critically and Analytically. NDMU-100: Perspectives on Education and Culture is the required prerequisite for this course. [ 2 credits ]

This course is the second class in the two course sequence for the first year experience for honors students. It follows the fall Honors NDMU-100 class. In NDMU-102 students continue to examine the liberal arts and how it connects to their major, their experiences as a college student and as an honors student. Specifically, this course will introduce students to the disciplines which constitute the humanities: philosophy, literature, history, religion, language, art. Guest professors from each discipline will spend 4 classes familiarizing the honors students with their scholarly areas. The discipline will be examined through the lens of a specific theme chosen for the year. A final project will allow students to communicate how the humanities are interconnected and are related to their major. Serves as 3 honors credits and the English 101 requirement. Prerequisite: Must be a Morrissy Honors Student. Fulfills the general education requirement in Written Communication. [ 3 credits ]

Examines University culture, traditions and operations to address the interests and needs of transfer students. Particular attention is paid to mapping curricular and career plans to exploration of academic major requirements. [ 1 credit ]