Monday, Wednesday, Friday 11-11:50 a.m. or Asynchronous online (Transfer Students) 

This course serves as an introduction to the interdisciplinary approach to foundational inquiry and integrative learning skills of the Honors College, while also examining pressing issues in higher education. Students will discuss topics and experience events of broad intellectual and practical importance as they explore the many opportunities and resources available to them at the St. Cloud State University. Required in student's first semester in Honors. 

Instructors: Prof. Steven Anderson and Prof. Mary Clifford 

Tuesday and Thursday 9:30-10:50 a.m. 

This survey course will cover U.S. history from 1865 to the present. The broad chronological and geographical scope requires that we focus on major events, individuals, social and cultural groups, and themes during this time period. Particular attention will be paid to intercultural relations, regional diversity, social and political reform movements, American involvement in global affairs, and the contributions of varied individuals and communities to American society. 

Instructor: Prof. Robert Galler

Monday, Wednesday, Friday 10-10:50 a.m.

Instruction in three partner dances (swing, rumba, and salsa) and introduction to critical analysis of ballroom dance execution, performance, and competition. 

Instructor: Prof. Jeff Ringer 

Friday 11-11:50 a.m.

In this course, students engage in meaningful experiential opportunities outside of the classroom addressing critical issues as identified by affected communities in the local community and beyond, uniting action and academic exploration. Students develop a proposal for sustained engagement with a community organization to directly contribute to the organization’s mission and goals through hands-on work. Required for all Honors College students. Required for all Honors College students. 

Instructor: Jennifer Cavalli

Monday, Wednesday 9:30-10:45 a.m. 

This course will examine and evaluate critical reasoning in academic discourse and discussions, the construction of arguments, and the management of academic research. Required for all Honors College students.

Instructor: Prof. Michael Gorman

Tuesday, Thursday 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.

This course examines the historical and contemporary impacts of housing inequities on economic and social opportunity in the United States. Beginning with the history of redlining and other once-legal practices, we will trace how discriminatory housing policies have shaped wealth accumulation, neighborhood development, and access to resources. Students will engage in participatory research as partners in a local project that identifies and maps racial covenants, or clauses that were added to property deeds to prevent people who were not white from purchasing or occupying homes. We will also work with community groups to increase awareness of the effects of these discriminatory practices and to advance solutions for a more equitable future. 

 Instructor: Prof. Melissa Prescott