Introduction to Humanities

Catalog description

This is a survey course that focuses on disciplines within the Humanities including art, music, theatre, film, dance, literature, architecture, history, philosophy, and other cultural expressions. Students will examine the unfolding of global humanistic traditions in order to reawaken their sense of wonder and curiosity about the meaning of life. The course gives the students criteria from which to evaluate their own times and situations and in addition, enriches students historical perspectives. It shows how various disciplines intersect, influence and are influenced by their times.