Origins & Beginnings

One of the greatest human traits that sets us apart from all other life is the ability to reflect upon one's self, origin, and role in the universe. This focal study will present students with the backgrounds from varying disciplines in order to better ponder and address their own personal views on the beginnings of life and the universe.

Instructions for Focal Study 41

Complete at least three courses and a minimum of 10 credits. No more than two of these courses may have the same disciplinary prefix.

Complete one course from each cluster.

First Cluster (complete 1 course)
PHIL 205 Ancient Philosophy 4 credits
PHIL 206 Medieval Philosophy 4 credit
PHIL 309 Philosophy of Religion 4 credits
REL/ANTH 140 Intro to Comparative Religions 4 credits
REL/ANTH 240 Topics in Comparative Religion 4 credits
Second Cluster (complete 1 course)
BIOL 170 Human Genetics 4 credits
BIOL 200
   OR
BIOL 201
   OR
BIOL 202
Intro Biology: Flow of Energy
   OR
Intro Biology: Flow of Info
   OR
General Biology I
4 credits
BIOL 444 Evolution 4 credits
Third Cluster (complete 1 course)
SCI 170 Introduction to Astronomy 4 credits
SCI 172 Introduction to Cosmology 2 credits