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The 2007 Interim: January 2 - 30, 2007

The Interim is that class term held during the month of January for approximately four
weeks. Courses offered in the Interim are designed to encourage students to explore
course content outside of their majors. All students who have entered as freshmen after
the summer of 2000 must successfully complete three of the four Interim terms offered
during a typical four-year course of study. For students who transfer to LaGrange College
after this time, reductions are made in this requirement based on the academic standing
of the student at entry.

Please note the course descriptions. These descriptions indicate eligibility for the class,
approximate cost, grading format available, and classroom location. All classes will
assemble for the first class meeting at 2:00 PM on Tuesday, January 2, 2007. Meeting
times and location for subsequent class sessions will be announced at this mandatory
first class session. All Interim classes require a minimum of 30 hours per week of student
involvement and most classes will meet approximately 3 hours per day (Monday-Friday)
for classroom work.

To be eligible for any Interim course, all academic, procedural, financial, and other
prerequisites must be met. The costs listed in the course description are the anticipated
per-participant charges for that particular class. Students are responsible for purchasing
their own textbooks; most are available in the College Bookstore.

Pre-registration for all Interim projects (Travel Projects, Internships, Servant Leadership
Projects or On-Campus projects) is September 25-28, 2006. Your advisor will have
registration forms for you. Please make an appointment to see him/her during this time
period. Students who already have registered for travel abroad courses and have paid
deposits do not need to do anything further at this time.

During the Interim Term, LaGrange College offers several opportunities for off-campus
study which require travel, some of which include travel to other states or travel beyond
the United States. Such travel inevitably involves risk - accident, injury, illness, civil
unrest, and other unforeseen circumstances. These risks are ones that neither those who
sponsor travel nor those who travel can control. Included in the fee assessed for these
travel courses, however, is the premium on a travel medical insurance policy. Participa-
tion in such an off-campus study program is purely voluntary on the student's part. As
a condition for participation, LaGrange College requires that student travelers and their
parents read and execute liability releases and other documents which acknowledge, ac-
cept, and assume all risks. LaGrange College expects that students and their parents will
use their own due diligence in informing themselves of current global conditions and in
determining whether they wish the students to engage in travel to given sites.

TRAVEL ABROAD PROJECTS ~

FOR ALL TRAVEL COURSES: Eligibility: Age 18 by Jan. 1, 2007 and a valid passport

Deposit: $500 due by Sept. 6, 2006
Balance: Due by Nov. 15, 2006

ART AND ARCHITECTURE OF ITALY DOTTIE JOINER

10001 INTM 3340

Students in this course will explore painting, sculpture, and architecture of central Italy.
Classroom discussions will be followed by visits to museums, archeological sites, and architec-
tural monuments. Students will visit Rome, Florence, Siena, Tarquinia, Cortona, Orvieto, and
Arezzo. Students will be evaluated by quizzes, oral presentations, and journals.
Maximum Enrollment: 20
Anticipated Costs: $2,100
Grading Scale: A-F or Pass/No Credit

PICTURING ITALY JOHN LAWRENCE

10002 INTM 3339

Italy has been the source of artistic interest since the fall of the Roman Empire. This course
will be a study of how painters, sculptors, architects, photographers, and filmmakers have
been inspired by Italian culture over the past three centuries. Italy (especially the cities of
Florence and Rome) has been a "Mecca" for artists in the Western world since the 17th century
and continues to be so even today. After several days of lecture and discussion in LaGrange,
students will travel to Cortona, Italy. Day trips to Assisi, Arezzo, Perugia, Siena, and Florence
will include visits to historic sites and museums. Class presentations upon return will be based
upon journal and lecture notes and a photographic record. Preference will be given to students
interested in photography and who have had coursework in art history, humanities, or western
history.

Maximum enrollment: 10
Anticipated Costs: $2300
Grading Scale: A-F

THE IMPERIAL CERAMICS OF ITALY TIM TAUNTON

10003 INTM 3371

A study of the rich ceramic heritage of Italy, this course is designed to broaden the student's
knowledge of both ancient and contemporary ceramic vessels and ceramic sculpture found in
Italy. Prior to departure, lectures will be conducted on aspects of historical and contempo-
rary ceramics of Italy and surrounding regions. A written journal and photographic and/or
sketrhbook portfolio of ceramics will be completed by stu lents. Based in Cortona, the group
will make d.iv trips to Assisi, Arezzo, Perugia, Siena, and Florence. Evaluation will be based on
journals and portfolios.
Maximum enrollment: 10
Anticipated Costs: $2300
Grading Scale: A- 1 or Pass/No Credit

Interim 2007

THE WORLD OF ROME KEVIN SHIRLEY

10004 INTM 3372

Incorporating travel to Italy, this course will examine the history of the Italian peninsula and
the central role played by the city of Rome from its legendary founding in 753 bee through the
Renaissance. Students will develop an understanding of the basic outline of ancient and medi-
eval Italian history and the role played in it by Rome. Students will complete required readings,
participate in discussions, journal reflectively, and complete extended analytical writings.
Maximum enrollment: 12
Anticipated Costs: $2300
Grading Scale: Pass/No Credit

FROM CAVOUR TO COMMON MARKET: JOE CAFARO

THE RISE OF MODERN ITALY

10005 INTM 3373

This course will trace the rise of the Modern Italian nation through the following periods: the
Unification of Italy, World War I, The Rise of Mussolini and World War II, and the Post War
Modern Italian nation. During travel in Italy, students will visit Rome, Florence, Siena, Assisi,
Arezzo, and Perugia from their base of study in Cortona. Course activities will include read-
ings, discussion, journaling, and analytical writing.
Maximum enrollment: 12
Anticipated Costs: $2300 in addition to books
Grading Scale: Pass/No Credit

THE LONDON THEATRE EXPERIENCE NATE TOMSHECK

10009 INTM 3377

Discover English Theatre by experiencing contemporary English productions and exploring
the historical development of English Theatre. Daily journal assignments will help guide
the student towards the different opportunities London has to offer. Students will stay at a
central London Hotel and go on several guided tours including, but not limited to, the Theatre
Museum of Covent Garden, the Rose and Globe Theatre, and the Tower of London. Evaluation
will be based on assessment of the interactive travel journal.
Maximum enrollment: 10
Anticipated Costs: $2300
Grading Scale: Pass/No Credit

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YEATS AND THE CELTIC RENAISSANCE BRENDA THOMAS

10010 INTM3378 JOHN WILLIAMS

A study of the poetry, prose, and drama of William Butler Yeats and his relationship to the
Celtic Renaissance, this course begins in LaGrange with selected readings of Yeats's autobiog-
raphy and a study of selected poems and plays. The course then moves to Dublin where Yeats,
along with Irish dramatists Synge and O'Casey, was instrumental in the establishment of the
Abbey Theatre. Finally, the course concludes in Sligo where Yeats composed his early poetry
steeped in Irish mythology and the mystical traditions of the Celtic race. Evaluation will be
based on quizzes, summaries of Yeats's essays, and critical papers on poems, plays, and prose.
Maximum enrollment: 15
Anticipated Costs: $2000
Grading Scale: A-F or Pass/No Credit

PROMOTING LITERACY IN DIVERSE CULTURES: DON LIVINGSTON

LEARNING FROM NEW ZEALAND SCHOOLS & COMMUNITIES

10011 INTM3366

Culturally and ethnically diverse, New Zealand boasts one of the highest rates of literacy in the
world. How do their schools and communities achieve such literacy levels? During a 14-day
trip, students will search for answers to this question through experiential learning activities in
various schools and community settings across New Zealand. Evaluation will be based on an
oral presentation and a reflective scrapbook.
Maximum enrollment: 30
Anticipated Costs: $4000
Grading Scale: A-F or Pass/No Credit

SUSTAINABILITY IN THE TROPICS SARAH BETH MALLORY

10013 INTM 3354

Using readings, video recordings, discussion, and field experiences, students explore causes and
remedies of environmental crises, using Costa Rica as a model. Native plant and animal spe-
cies and their habitats are studied as well as Costa Rica's efforts to preserve and maintain their
biological heritage through sustainable practices. Students will travel in Costa Rica for two
weeks, observing and chronicling their discoveries of endangered species, threatened habitats,
and workable solutions for these problems. Readings and individual research on specific organ-
isms and their habitats help prepare students for a class presentation during the trip; journal
observations of their experiences form the basis for a class presentation upon return. Physical
stamina for hiking and permission of instructor are required.
Maximum enrollment: 12
Anticipated Costs: $1850
Grading Scale: A-F or Pass/No Credit

Inti rim 2007

FRENCH STUDIES IN FRANCE CHRISTIANE PRICE

10014 INTM 3380

Students will experience French language and culture through the French way of life. Follow-
ing textbook guidelines, students will improve their language skills while being introduced
to a deeper understanding of the history and culture of France. Communication skills will be
practiced with French hosts while appreciating different areas and customs of France.
Students will be evaluated on their communication skills and textbook assignments.
Eligibility: Completion of French 1101, 1102, and 2103 by the end of Fall 2006
Maximum Enrollment: 8
Anticipated Costs: $1600
Grading Scale: A-F or Pass/No Credit

INTERNSHIPS -

INTERNSHIPS IN PHYSICAL EDUCATION OR COACHING PHIL WILLIAMSON

10015 HPED 4400 CEB CLASSROOM

Supervised practical experience in an education or sports management setting. Practical

experience is supplemented with a weekly seminar that includes reflection papers, student

reports, and guest lectures.

Eligibility: Junior/Senior HPED minors

Maximum Enrollment: 10

Anticipated Cost: Variable depending upon distance to site. Student is responsible for his/her

own transportation costs.

Grading: A-F Scale OR Pass/No Credit

INTERNSHIP IN BUSINESS JON BIRKELI

10016 MGMT4460 SMITH 220

This course presents a unique opportunity for students to expand their understanding of the
practical applications of enterprise operations concepts by entering into a contract with a
cooperating area enterprise. The contract will specify students' and the host enterprise's obliga-
tions to each other. No more than a total of 6 credit hours of internship may be applied toward
graduation.

Eligibility: Business Major with demonstrated superior ability; prior approval of internship
contract by Career Center
Maximum Enrollment: 10

Anticipated Cost: Variable depending upon distance to site. Student is responsible for his/her
own transportation costs.
Grading: A-F Scale

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INTERNSHIPS IN WASHINGTON, D.C. TRACY LIGHTCAP

10017 INTM 4400 CACAD 124

Students who have completed at least 54 semester hours with a GPA of 3.0 may be qualified to
spend the Interim working in Washington, D.C. in an area related to their academic major or
career interest. Details of the internship will be determined through an appropriate academic
department on campus and the director of the consortium of United Methodist Colleges in
Washington. Student requirements include daily journal entries and a critical reflection paper
based on activities as well as the completion of a research paper on a topic determined in
conjunction with the department chair. Students are responsible for travel costs to Washington,
room and board, and course fees associated with the internship program.
Eligibility: Junior standing: 3.0 GPA or higher
Maximum Enrollment: 5

Anticipated Cost: $1500-3,000 depending on transportation and housing choices
Grading: A - F Scale

- ON-CAMPUS PROJECTS -

ART & STORY: GRAPHIC LITERATURE IN AMERICAN MICHAEL BISHOP

AND BRITISH POPULAR CULTURE
10019 INTM 4375 MANGET 306

Students will read and analyze several groundbreaking memoirs and novels, including Maus:
A Survivor's Tale by Art Spiegelman (a history of Spiegelman's father's World War II experience,
with cats as Nazis and mice as Jews); an episode or two from Love & Rockets by Gilbert and
Jaime Hernandez (a vivid story of Hispanic life in California at the start of the punk-rock era);
Watchmen by Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons (a look at what might happen if superheroes really
existed); The Dark Night Returns by Frank Miller (a dark re-envisioning of the Batman mythos);
and Persepolis by Marjane Satrapi (the autobiography of an Iranian-American woman in simple
but affecting drawings). The course will also touch on the signal contributions of Winsor
McCay, Will Eisner, Charles Burns, and others. Students will take daily quizzes, make oral
presentations, write a paper on a graphic novel not discussed in class, and view such films as
The Rocketeer, The Mask, Ghost World, and American Splendor. *Note: This material, despite the
comic format, is definitely not for children or for persons easily upset by forthright depictions
of adult themes.
Eligibility: Open Enrollment
Maximum Enrollment: 15
Anticipated Costs: approx. $100
Grading: A-F Scale OR Pass/No Credit

Interim 2007

SOCIOLOGY OF MENTAL HEALTH AND ILLNESS SUSAN CODY-RYDZEWSKI

10020 INTM 4376 MANGET 109

This course will provide an overview of how socio-cultural factors influence mental and

physical well-being. We will discuss the role of such factors as social class, race, religiosity,

gender, and marital status in the health of individuals. Students will become acquainted with

psychological, medical, and sociological approaches to understanding mental and physical

well-being.

Eligibility: Open Enrollment

Maximum Enrollment: 25

Anticipated Costs: Textbooks

Grading: A-F Scale OR Pass/No Credit

THE BOOK OF REVELATION JOHN COOK

10021 INTM 4377 MANGET 202

A close exegetical study of John of Patmos' Apocalypse with attention to issues in the history
of interpretation. Some consideration will be given to modern appropriations of the text.
Students will prepare an exegetical notebook of their entire work in the course.
Eligibility: Open enrollment, but an introduction course in religion would be desirable
Maximum Enrollment: 12
Anticipated Costs: 3 textbooks
Grading: A-F Scale OR Pass/No Credit

MODERN MEDIA WRITING DEAN HARTMAN

10022 INTM 4378 MANGET 302

An overview of writing for today's media is provided in this course. The basics of writing for
printed news, broadcast, advertising and online outlets will be examined. On-site visits to
media operations and guest speakers will furnish real-world examples and deepen students'
understanding. Attention will be focused on the differences in style required for each outlet
and the particular challenges associated with each. Discussion, in-class and out-of-class writ-
ing and research assignments and weekly projects are required.
Eligibility: Completion of ENGL 1101 and 1102 with C or better in each course
Maximum Enrollment: 12

Anticipated Costs: $50 for travel and supplies. Textbooks are extra, purchased by students.
Grading: A-F Scale OR Pass/No Credit

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ONE THOUGHT A DAY: READING AND WATCHING PHILOSOPHY KYOO LEE

10023 INTM4379 MANGET 203

This course, reading and writing-intensive, offers a unique, seasonal opportunity to sit down
and reflect philosophically on various questions pertaining to life and death, especially the
relationship between the two. Once a week, there will also be a Platonic "symposium," philo-
sophical dining out at local restaurants, where the topic of the day is discussed over a com-
munal meal. A total of eight philosophers and six films will be studied; in addition to small
excerpts from canonical writings, contemporary films will be shown and discussed, themselves
treated as temporal philosophy in action. Cross-disciplinary and cross-cultural in its nature,
and existentialist in its approach, this course pursues the question of how to live and die from
the first-person perspectives: "I" and "We."

Eligibility: Open except to those who have taken INTM 4357 "Slow Reading"
Maximum Enrollment: 10
Anticipated Costs: Textbook and three meals
Grading: A-F Scale OR Pass/No Credit

THE MUSIC, FAITH, AND POLITICS OF U2 ALVIN LINGENFELTER

10024 INTM 4380 MANGET 209

How does the premier Rock 'n' Roll band in the world continue to produce great music and
have a conscience for faith and justice? For almost 30 years, U2 has been balancing these two
agendas. From teenagers in Dublin, Ireland to numerous awards and 70 million worldwide
album sales, Bono, Adam, Larry, and Edge have transformed the definition of what it means to
be both musicians and believers. The music of U2 has always been about heart and mind, body
and soul. Through the years, the band has successfully thrown a spotlight on the work of key
campaigning groups who are trying to make the world a better place. From Amnesty Inter-
national and Greenpeace to DATA and the Chernobyl Children's Project and on to the ONE
campaign, U2 has used benefit concerts, songwriting, public campaigning, special visits, and
fund-raising projects to promote a range of charities and activist communities worldwide and
to produce political change. In this course, we will listen to their music, explore lyrics, watch
concerts, and read biographies and histories, while examining the faith and political ideology
of the world's greatest band.
Eligibility: Open Enrollment
Maximum Enrollment: 20
Anticipated Costs: Under $100
Grading: A-F Scale

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CONVERSATIONS ON DIVERSITY: ARE WE THERE YET? LINDA MCMULLEN

10025 INTM 4381 SMITH 309

Through interactions with literature, film, topical cases, and shared personal stories, we will
explore the issue of ethnic diversity in our society with a special focus on diversity within
the higher education community. How do we define diversity? Is our objective tolerance or
affirmation? In what ways might our differences support community? What is our/do we have
an individual responsibility to engage with this issue? This discussion-based course requires
openness, willingness to struggle with difficult questions, and respect for difference.
Eligibility: English 1101 is prerequisite
Maximum Enrollment: 14
Anticipated Costs: Textbook
Grading: A-F Scale OR Pass/No Credit

WHAT IF? EXPLORATIONS IN HISTORICAL PROCESS FRANK O'CONNOR

AND THROUGH ALTERNATIVE HISTORY

10026 INTM 4382 MANGET 210

This course is an introduction to the analysis of social complexity and processes of social and

cultural change through the genre of alternative history, an emerging sub-genre of science

fiction. Students will construct three event diagrams and write an essay discussing the nature

and complexities of social change.

Eligibility: Open Enrollment

Maximum Enrollment: 15

Anticipated Costs: Three paperback books (approximately $30)

Grading: A-F Scale OR Pass/No Credit

ONE WRITER'S JOURNEY OF SELF-DISCOVERY: AMANDA PLUMLEE

THE WORKS OF JULIA ALVAREZ

10027 INTM 4383 MANGET 107

This course will analyze the varied works of Julia Alvarez from her novels to her children's
books. Emphasis will be given to the writer's personal quest as she confronts such issues as
biculturalism, career, marriage, divorce, motherhood, and social justice. Students will partici-
pate in class discussions, quizzes, reflective writing, and exams.
Eligibility: Open Enrollment
Maximum Enrollment: 15
Anticipated Costs: Under $100
Grading: A-F Scale OR Pass/No Credit

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GODEL, ESCHER, BACH: A MULTIDISCIPLINARY APPROACH FAY RIDDLE

TO MINDS AND MACHINES

10028 INTM 4384 SMITH 303

This course is a study of Douglas R. Hofstadter's Godel, Escher, Bach: An Eternal Golden Braid.
With unprecedented wit, ingenuity, and insight, the author explores the German logician Kurt
Godel's Incompleteness Theorem which proved that any attempt to formalize logical reasoning
would fall short in that there would always be unprovable yet true statements within the sys-
tem. Deciphering Godel's Incompleteness Theorem has no prerequisites except a willingness to
engage some formal logic and innumerable surprises. Illustrated by M.C. Escher and scored by
J.S. Bach, the journey through the course will pass through the philosophical worlds of Lewis
Carroll, artificial intelligence, non-Euclidian geometry, Zeno and Zen Buddhism.
Eligibility: Interest in the topic and some innate ability to understand math, computer science,
music, art, philosophy, or Lewis Carroll (or all of the above)
Maximum Enrollment: 12
Anticipated Costs: Textbook
Grading: Pass/ No Credit

INTRODUCTION TO PASTORAL CARE NATALYA SHULGINA

10029 INTM 4385 MANGET 104

This course introduces students to theories and methods of general pastoral care in congrega-
tions (as distinguished from extended pastoral counseling). Particular attention is given
to nature and history of pastoral care as discipline; issues of pastoral relationship and com-
munication; basic practices of pastoral care with individuals, families, congregations; and
spiritual discipline of self-care. The course views pastoral care as a theological discipline that
is informed by social sciences. It gives students an opportunity to encounter pastoral care
within various theological traditions (United Methodist, Roman Catholic, Orthodox, etc.).
The primary psychological approaches used in this course are family systems theory, narrative
theory, and crisis theory.
Eligibility: Open Enrollment
Maximum Enrollment: 12
Anticipated Costs: Any required textbooks
Grading: A-F Scale OR Pass/No Credit

DEVELOPING THE WARRIOR WITHIN PAMELA TREMBLAY

10030 INTM 4386 SMITH 307

This course is designed for the student who wants to maximize his/her innate energy and

awareness physically, spiritually, and mentally. In the midst of your training, you will find

yourself anywhere from a rope course to a sweat lodge to an overnight excursion. You will be

asked to change your diet, develop an exercise routine, and challenge yourself mentally. You

will develop a morning practice to help center yourself and maximize your energy. You will

discover things about yourself you have either hidden or never knew existed.

Eligibility. Open Enrollment

Maximum Enrollment: 12

Anticipated Costs: $295 for course activities in addition to two textbooks

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POLITICAL GEOGRAPHY JOHNTURES

10031 INTM 4387 CACAD 222

Most political scientists study international relations in a manner that ignores the geographic
context in which events take place. The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the
impact of geography on international relations and to examine how an international relations
phenomenon such as trade or military conflict is influenced by geographic factors. Upon
completion of this course, students should have a better understanding of how geographical
forces influence international relations and should therefore be able to apply those concepts in
following world events.
Eligibility: Open Enrollment
Maximum Enrollment: 20
Anticipated Costs: Textbooks
Grading: A-F Scale

VISUAL MUSIC MITCH TURNER

10032 INTM 4388 CEB 109

This course is designed to introduce the student to various aspects of blending music and video.
The course will cover the creation and manipulation of sound and video on the computer.
Standard western music notation skills are not a requirement. The course will be taught from
an OSX perspective (though other operating systems may be possible). The student will then
compose (or arrange) music, edit video (found or created), and produce final pieces that
combine the musical and visual elements. Software may include some or all of the following:
Logic, Csound, PD, Max/MSP, FinalCut, ProTools, and Jitter.
Eligibility: Open Enrollment
Maximum Enrollment: 10

Anticipated Costs: $50-200 depending on which software the student wishes to purchase
Grading: A-F Scale OR Pass/No Credit

THE WESTERN IN CULTURAL CONTEXT ANTHONY WILSON

10033 INTM 4389 MANGET 309

The mysterious drifter. The brutal outlaw. The American Indian as menacing savage or
spiritual guide. The endless frontier. The climactic showdown. The ride off into the sunset.
While it has faded in recent years, the Western has been one of the most popular and influen-
tial genres in the history of film and has contributed many archetypal characters and stories
to American mythology. In this course, we will immerse ourselves in classic Western films,
tracing the evolution of the genre, considering its influences and variations, interrogating its
fundamental Americanness as we view both American and non-American Westerns, and apply-
ing the methodologies of semiotics and film studies as we analyze these films and their cultural
messages and impact.
Eligibility: Open Enrollment
Maximum Enrollment: 12

Anticipated Costs: Classpack; possible rental fees
Grading: Pass/ No Credit

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BREAKING TRADITIONAL BARRIERS: WILLIAM YIN

IN FILM, CULTURE, AND MARTIAL ARTS STEVEN EARL-EDWARDS

10034 INTM 4390 PRICE CLASSROOM

Through the study of various martial arts techniques, an analysis of martial art films, a hands-
on daily routine and practice of marital arts skills and stunts for film and stage, this course will
shed light on Bruce Lee's philosophy and theories of life and martial arts and the profound
impact this one individual made across cultures, films, and martial arts in general.
Eligibility: Open Enrollment
Maximum Enrollment: 12

Anticipated Costs: $20 for film rentals, reading materials, and supplies
Grading: Pass/ No Credit

THE ART OF THE BOOK MARCIA BROWN

10035 INTM 4370 DODD 202

This course focuses on the importance of books and paper in civilization and the potential
for books as a creative medium. Students make their own books after exploring various styles
including portfolio, accordion, pamphlet, sewn binding, and other expressive book forms.
Attendance at demonstrations and slide lectures, a field trip to the Robert W. Williams Atlanta
Papermaking Institute, an oral presentation of research on an aspect of bookbinding, and
studio work are additional requirements.
Eligibility: Open Enrollment
Maximum Enrollment: 10
Anticipated Cost: $75 for materials
Grading: Pass/No Credit

THE PLAY'S THE THING TRACY RIGGS

10036 INTM 3324 PRICE STAGE

Students analyze, study and interpret three to five scripts of varying genres that may include but
are not limited to a Broadway musical, modern drama, classical drama, a period piece, modern
comedy, comedy of style, or an experimental modern play. Students travel to professional
theatres to see live productions of each play and submit written papers evaluating the perfor-
mances. Some in-class projects also are included.
Eligibility: Open Enrollment
Maximum Enrollment: 12

Anticipated Cost: $250 for tickets, scripts, and transportation
Grading: A - F Scale OR Pass/No Credit

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SURVEY OF MEDICAL AND ALLIED HEALTH CAREERS PAUL WOLKOFF

10037 INTM 4309 CALLA NATATORIUM

This course examines assorted medical and health professions. Areas to be emphasized include

graduate admission requirements, courses of study, and fields of employment. Students

evaluate their readiness to attempt career preparation in one of these professions following

completion of a LaGrange College program of study. Site visits, shadowing experiences of

qualified professionals as well as in-class discussions and presentations of various professions

are included. Students complete a reflection paper and an oral presentation of a paper written

about one of the medical professions covered.

Eligibility: Open Enrollment

Maximum Enrollment: 14

Anticipated Cost: $50 for travel (Students responsible for their own transportation

to "shadowing" experience)

Grading: A - F Scale OR Pass/No Credit

UTOPIAS AND DYSTOPIAS: TRACY LIGHTCAP

IMAGES OF THE POLITY IN LITERATURE AND FILM

10038 INTM 3319 CACAD 124

Through literature and films, students examine images of Utopian and dystopian visions of
politics and political systems. The works used address long-standing questions concerning the
nature and future of polities. This course features viewing films, reading works of literature,
class exercises, and class discussions.
Eligibility: Open Enrollment
Maximum Enrollment: 15
Anticipated Cost: Textbooks only
Grading: A - F Scale

CARE GIVING AT THE END OF LIFE TOM STEELE

10039 INTM 4328 HOSPICE

Topics for this class include historical and socio-cultural factors influencing our understanding
of death, the modern hospice movement, ethical and quality of life issues relating to the care of
the terminally ill, bereavement, grief, and mourning, and the ways various religions address the
meaning of death. Lectures, videos, family/patient activities, and local field trips are featured.
Students are required to complete the hospice volunteer training program, to keep and submit
journal entries, and to complete and implement a quality of life activity for patients and family.
Eligibility: Open Enrollment
Maximum Enrollment: 10

Anticipated Cost: Textbooks, book for journal entries
Grading: A - F Scale OR Pass/No Credit

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PERSONAL FINANCIAL PLANNING CINDI BEARDEN

10040 INTM4331 SMITH 308

This course covers the basic topics of personal financial planning, including investing for the
future, acquiring and managing credit, making wise consumer choices regarding purchase of
automobiles and insurance. Also included are taxes, budgeting, and retirement estate planning.
Students attend "hands on" workshops with experts, find and read current relevant articles
in order to make and defend decisions in small groups. Written summaries of each speaker's
presentation and small group reports using PowerPoint are required.
Eligibility: Open Enrollment
Maximum Enrollment: 18
Anticipated Cost: Materials only
Grading: A - F Scale

EXPLORING TEACHING MARGIE YATES

10041 EDUC 1198 HAWKES 123

This project is a field-based introduction to the teaching profession. Students examine certifica-
tion, professional codes of conduct, INTASC standards, QCC, exceptionality and diversity,
curriculum, accountability, contemporary issues, and vocational expectations in the context of
local schools. Examinations, field work evaluations, in-service reflections and journal writing
are required. Students must provide their own transportation to the schools. Note: This
course may not be substituted for EDUC 1199.
Eligibility: Open Enrollment
Maximum Enrollment: 15
Anticipated Cost: Textbooks only
Grading: A - F Scale

THE GOLDEN YEARS: GROWING OLD GRACEFULLY CHARLES THOMPSON

10042 INTM 3350 LAGRANGE COLLEGE ALBANY

Students in this course actively participate with the staff, volunteers and senior citizens associ-
ated with the Southwest Georgia Council on Aging in Albany, Georgia. Classroom discussions
and presentations focus on the multiple aspects of aging and delivery of services to them. This
course requires student to be in residence in Albany, Georgia. Course requirements include the
keeping of a daily journal and the presentation of a report on a related topic of interest.
Eligibility: Declaration of major
Maximum Enrollment: 10

Anticipated Cost: Costs for housing, meals, transportation, and textbooks are the responsibility
of the students
Grading: A - F Scale OR Pass/No Credit

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WATERCOLOR AND WATER MEDIA TECHNIQUES MARGARET RENEKE

10043 INTM4310 DODD 303

This course introduces students to the materials and techniques of watercolor painting. The
basic concepts of watercolor, including mixing color, layering and glazing, composition, and
depicting space and form are explored. In addition, multi-media collage techniques are intro-
duced. Heavy emphasis on studio work is complemented with guest presentations and visits to
area galleries. Students will present a final portfolio of their works.
Eligibility: Open Enrollment; Some experience in drawing is desired
Maximum Enrollment: 14

Anticipated Cost: $100 for supplies and speakers
Grading: Pass/ No Credit

CHRISTIAN SPIRITUAL FORMATION DON JOLLY

10044 INTM 4355 SCI JOLLY LECTURE ROOM

This course is designed for those who hunger for greater spiritual growth and who seek the
transforming power of God in their lives. The questions, "What is the purpose of life?" and
"How then should we live?" are explored. One of the most important resources for spiritual
formation is the Bible, from which students study assigned scriptures. Lectures, group discus-
sions, video presentations, and journaling also are included. Out-of-class assignments include
listening to audio tapes of outstanding Christians and reading assignments in the area of
spiritual formation. Quizzes and a final examination are required.
Eligibility: Open Enrollment
Maximum Enrollment: 16
Anticipated Cost: Textbooks only
Grading: A - F Scale OR Pass/No Credit

THE CIVIL WAR: CHARLES EVANS

CROSSROADS OF AMERICAN HISTORY

10045 INTM 3325 CACAD 122

Reading original and secondary sources about the Civil War, viewing of videotapes, and visiting
the Atlanta History Museum, Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield, Andersonville, and the
Cyclorama set the stage for class discussions and assignments in this project. The geopolitical
and economic causes of the Civil War, military strategy and major campaigns, major historical
figures (particularly Lincoln), and the war's aftermath are examined. Exminations, a research
paper and oral presentation of students' findings complete the requirements of this project.
Eligibility: ENGL 1101 OR Consent of Instructor
Maximum Enrollment: 12

Anticipated Cost: $150 for field trips + textbooks
Grading: A - F scale OR Pass/No Credit

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HITTITES: THEIR EMPIRE, CULTURE, AND TONGUE MARVIN JOHNSON

10046 INTM4360 SCI 110

In this course, study an ancient civilization, a very early Indo-European one in terms of its

extent, power, development, and influence in the ancient world. During the course of the study,

we will try to understand what characteristics were unique and different to it from the modern

world and whether it has any truth to tell us. A journal, research paper and final examination

are required.

Eligibility: Open

Maximum Enrollment: 12

Anticipated Cost: Textbooks and possibly field trip in Southeast

Grading: A - F Scale

DEPARTMENTAL INTERIM PROJECTS

DIVERSITY IN THE ELEMENTARY CLASSROOM JOYCE HILLYER

10047 EDUC4460 HAWKES 127

This course addresses a variety of issues in diversity including psychological, physiological, and

social conditions of different students. Various issues of equality and equal opportunity are

examined as well as strategies for working with children at risk. This course includes a field

experience in diverse school settings outside of Troup County. Students are required to write

reflection papers as well as a major paper and present it orally to the class.

Eligibility: Admission to teacher education (Early Childhood)

Maximum Enrollment: 20

Anticipated Cost: Students responsible for travel for field experiences

Grading: A - F Scale

AFFIRMING DIVERSITY IN THE CLASSROOM ETHYL AULT

10048 EDUC5040 HAWKES 123

Students read and discuss scholarly articles and critiques focused on the issues of equity, social
justice, and community and responsibility in a democratic, multicultural society. The class em-
phasizes the implementation of multicultural teaching. Requirements may include classroom
observations, field work, preparation of a demographic profile, interviews, and completion and
presentation of a research paper.
Eligibility: Admission to MAT Program
Maximum Enrollment: 40

Anticipated Cost: Students responsible for travel for field experiences; Supplies and textbooks
extra (purchased by students)
Grading: A - F Scale

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RESEARCH METHODS IN HISTORY FRED MILLS

10049 HIST 2000 LIBRARY SEMINAR

This course is required of all sophomore/rising junior History majors. It acquaints the student
with the basic components of historical methodology and research. Students gain experience
with the Turabian style of documentation/citation and utilize a variety of library research tools
as they select a topic, complete a paper and present their research by the end of the term.
Eligibility: Sophomore or higher standing as a History major
Maximum Enrollment: 12

Anticipated Cost: Purchase of Turabian's Manual, 6th edition
Grading: A - F Scale OR Pass/No Credit

CALCULUS APPLICATIONS CAROL YIN

10050 MATH 2261 SCI 111

In this course, students investigate applied problems that can be solved using calculus, either by

use of symbolic graphing calculator or mathematical software. Lectures, discussions, and small

group assignments are featured. Examinations as well as written and oral reports on the small

group assignments are required.

Eligibility: Successful completion of MATH 2222

Maximum Enrollment: 10

Anticipated Cost: Purchase of TI-89 calculator or rental fee ($30) from college

Grading: Pass/No Credit OR A-F Scale

ISSUES AND TRENDS IN NURSING CELIA HAY & SANDY BLAIR

10051 NURS 3312 CACAD 318

Students examine major concepts that provide the basis for professional nursing practice.
Using a seminar format, students explore current issues and future trends in nursing. The
significance of research in nursing as well as the steps of the research process are introduced.
Completion of a critical reflection paper examining the professional nursing role and the
identification and presentation of a research problem of interest that will be used as part of a
future research project are required.
Eligibility: Admission to the Nursing program
Maximum Enrollment: 30
Anticipated Cost: Textbooks only
Grading: A-F Scale

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SPECIAL TOPICS IN PSYCHOLOGY: POSITIVE PSYCHOLOGY HEATHER HAAS

10052 PSYC 4480 CACAD 218

This course surveys the research literature in the emerging field of positive psychology. Posi-
tive psychology focuses on the study of positive emotions, positive traits and characteristics,
and positive institutions.

Eligibility: PSYC 2298 and 2299 OR permission of instructor. Some familiarity with major
content areas of psychology (including social, developmental, personality, and abnormal) is
also helpful.
Maximum Enrollment: 15

Anticipated Cost: Textbooks and photocopies ($35-60)
Grading: A - F Scale

VOLUNTEER TAX ASSISTANCE PROGRAM LYDIA ROSENCRANTS

10053 ACCT4411 SMITH 322

This course is a service learning course with equal emphasis on service and learning. The
service (Saturdays from February through April 15) is to provide federal and state income tax
return preparation services on a pro bono basis to low income earners, primarily from the Hill-
side Community (DASH). The learning component is the need to absorb not only a great deal
of tax law involving individual income taxation but also the need to develop an understanding
of the software made available by the taxing authorities on a free-file basis. A substantial part
of the technical aspects of the tax law is learned via the Internal Revenue Service's Volunteer
Income Tax Assistance program training database as well as in-class instruction on technical
issues, the procedures involved in a tax return preparation practice, interpersonal issues, and
tax ethics in return preparation. Evaluation will be based on scores on IRS modules, class
attendance, service hours at DASH, and professionalism.
Eligibility: Evidence of good work ethic. GPA or professor recommendation
Maximum Enrollment: 25

Anticipated Cost: Providing own transportation to DASH
Grading: A - F Scale

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FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT

Dr. Sarah Beth Mallory

Coordinator of the Interim

LaGrange College

601 Broad Street 30240

(706) 880-8086
smallory@lagrange.edu

Although no major revisions are anticipated in the courses described in this brochure,
LaGrange College reserves the right to make whatever changes may be necessary in the status,
costs, requirements, or other details of its Interim projects. Any project may be canceled for
adequate reason, such as lack of sufficient enrollment.

LAGRANGE

COLLEGE

LaGrange College is called through the United Methodist Church

to challenge the minds and inspire the souls of students

by improving their creative, critical and communicative abilities

in a caring and ethical community.

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