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Infinity and the infinite have occupied the thoughts and inspired the imaginations of artists, philosophers, scientists, and mathematicians for centuries, and the history of the study of the infinite is permeated with paradoxes and counterintuitive results. We explore some of the infinite and the related mathematical developments that have been called "the greatest achievements of purely rational human activity." Hill
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The universe is 12 to 15 billion years old; the Earth is 4.5 billion years old; multicellular life has existed on Earth for 500 million years. How can we know anything about times long before any written record of history History is entwined with scientific understanding of the present. This seminar examines theories of the evolution of the universe and of life on Earth focusing on challenging and supporting evidence. Stark
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Advances in military technology, their application in weapon systems, and the development of tactics that employ them, are strongly influenced by military traditions, politics. and societal values. Innovation in tactical airpower in the Pacific Theater of World War II was of particular importance as it became the determining factor there. Van Gulick
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This course investigates letter writing in all of its manifestations, from the traditional penned letter to the formal business document, from editorial commentary to email messages. Readings include epistolary fiction (letter novels) from different eras and countries, as well as excerpts from authentic correspondence of illustrious political or literary figures. A selection of film adaptations of epistolary novels are also featured. Lalande
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After a long history of fragmentation, conflict, and pessimism, Europe has come to embrace a new era of mutual trust, optimism, and self-confidence, with European Union countries ceding long-cherished sovereignty to a supra-national body, launching a common currency, and reaching out to integrate the new democracies of Eastern and Central Europe. Through readings, films, discussion, and writing, students are engaged in an exploration of the factors that were central to this transformation from nation-state to "United Europe" and of the challenges the EU faces in redefining its own borders and methods of governance. Schumacher
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Many coming-of-age narratives have been considered masterpieces of literature. However, most of these stories have been about boys becoming men. (For example, Catcher in the Rye, A Separate Peace, Huckleberry Finn, and Invisible Man.) Young girls face very different challenges and expectations as they grow to become women. The course examines coming-of-age stories by women from a variety of backgrounds, countries, and eras to begin to understand the forces being exerted on girls in order for them to become women in their societies. Students examine the universal in a womans experience of coming of age. McMahon
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Tests are often used to predict behavior, but what can they really tell us From early attempts like phrenology to more current predictive and diagnostic methods such as personality measures (e.g., the Rorschach inkblot test), cognitive ability tests, SATs, and employee selection tests, assessment has been a controversial subject. The course explores examples of tests used in their historical and cultural context. Students take a hands-on approach to test construction, administration, interpretation, and evaluation. Vinchur
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Are "artifacts" art or facts Why is a museum display of a Neolithic village more convincing than Bedrock in the Flintstones If both are imaginary depictions, then what constitutes authenticity in our culture After examining many world civilizations, students will design, fabricate, and write about objects that appear to be credible artifacts from an ancient culture. These will be exhibited as an archeological collection in The Williams Center Gallery and "authenticated" in a published catalogueNoble
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Fear is a pervasive aspect of society. Since the events of 9/11, issues surrounding fear, terror, and personal and national security have become nightly news as well as the foundation for a new national policy. TV shows with fear-based plot features have proliferated. This seminar takes an interdisciplinary approach to the understanding of fear as a primary emotion and as an influence in society. Through discussion, reading, writing, presentation, and other assignments, students examine fear critically from scientific and sociological perspectives. Reynolds
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What are the greatest scientific or technological breakthroughs of human history Students answer this question by learning and applying the scientific principles, the ingenuity, the technological and social context, and the repercussions of many great breakthroughs. The theme of the course is the debate and comparison of inventions, concepts, and innovators of different eras, from the dawn of recorded history to the present, from the printing press to YouTube, from the ballista to the atomic bomb. Kurtz
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