Honors Courses
Only want to take one class with a focus on sustainability rather than a minor or major? You can still take a variety of courses within the curriculum that also count towards General Education Credit, Issues credit, or may be required within your major.
For updated information of course listings and descriptions visit the Course Catalog
HNR 200 - Campus/Community Engagement
A second-year honors course. Students actively engage their surrounding communities in ways that promote listening to and understanding cultural differences, working with shared communal concerns, and promoting the importance of mutual understanding. Periodic discussions with coordinator of activity are included. Offered every semester. Prerequisite: Admission to Meijer Honors College.
HNR 241 - The Earth, A Global View
Course has two objectives: (1) understanding earth as one global, holistic, delicately balanced dynamic system; and (2) understanding the critical interdependence between humans and earth systems. Required field trip. Fulfills General Education Foundations - Physical Sciences with a lab. See Meijer Honors College. Offered fall and winter semesters.
HNR 245 - Microbes and Society
This course addresses the fundamental nature of microorganisms, microbial diversity, microorganisms as agents of disease, the role of microorganisms in the biosphere, and the utilization of microorganisms by humankind. Since microbes can cause tremendous suffering or provide countless benefits, microbiology greatly affects our everyday lives. Fulfills General Education Foundations - Life Sciences. Offered fall semester.
HNR 247 - Molecules of Life in Perspective
An introduction to basic biological concepts in the context of human health and disease. These concepts will provide the foundation for understanding the interplay between biotechnology and emerging strategies in health care. The impact of biotechnology on the social, economic, cultural, political, and ethical aspects of society will be explored. Fulfills General Education Foundations - Life Sciences without a lab. Offered winter semester.