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THE 2008 INTERIM: JANUARY 3 - 28, 2008

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 enter as freshmen 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, reductions are made in this
requirement based on the academic standing of the student at entry.

The course descriptions indicate eligibility for the class, approximate cost, grading format
available, and classroom location. All classes will assemble for the first class meeting at
either 9:00 AM or 1:00 PM on Thursday, January 3, 2008 in the specified locations. Meeting
times for subsequent class sessions will be announced at this mandatory first class session.
All Interim classes require a minimum of 120 hours per term of student involvement.

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, or On-Campus
projects) is September 24-27, 2007. Students are encouraged to discuss any questions
about courses with the indicated instructors during the week prior to pre-registration.
Students who already have registered for travel 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. Participation 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, accept, 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.

Non-Student Travelers: Check with the instructor for availability. A travel release form
must be signed and on file in the Academic Dean's office for each person traveling. An
additional 10% of the published trip cost is required from non-student travelers.

INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL PROJECTS

FOR ALL TRAVEL COURSES: Eligibility: Age 18 by Jan. 1, 2008 and a valid passport
Deposit: $500 due by Sept. 5, 2007*
Balance: Due by Nov. 15, 2007*
* Unless otherwise indicated in course description

SHAKESPEARE ON FILM AND STAGE FRANK BREVIK

10001 INTM 3381 MANGET 209 (PM)

It is the objective of this class to instill in the students a greater sense of appreciation of
theatre and film as these apply to works by Shakespeare and also to furnish a sense of
discrimination between in-many-ways incomplete texts and the final and necessarily
always adapted, modified, changed end product. Our trip to London will also provide a
very valuable one-week smattering of a totally different world; a place that in contrast with
the languid, Southern charm of LaGrange, is one of the fastest cities in the world and home
to an almost staggering number of theatres, independent cinemas, famous museums, and
a city life that is second to none in the world. Student activities include reading articles,
classroom discussions, film and play viewing, journaling, and a research paper.

Eligibility: Completion of English 1102 or permission of instructor

Maximum Enrollment: 15

Anticipated Cost: $2000 *See instructor for payment instructions

Grading Scale: A-F

FIRST CLASS MEETING: MANGET 209, 1 PM

ART AND ARCHITECTURE OF JAPAN DOROTHY JOINER

10002 INTM 3382 DODD LECTURE ROOM (PM)

After a brief study of Japanese art, architecture, and religion, students will travel to Japan
to experience what they have studied. The 9-day trip will include visits to four of Japan's
historic capitals: Nara, Kyoto, Kamakura, and Tokyo (Edo). We will visit important
museums, temples, and other architectural monuments in each city. The price includes
airfare, ground transportation, double or triple hotel accommodations, breakfast daily,
and all museum and site entrances. Student activities include completion of journal and
post-trip project.

Maximum Enrollment: 15

Anticipated Cost: $3075 *See instructor for payment instructions

Grading Scale: A-F or Pass/No Credit

First Class Meeting: Dodd Lecture Room, 1 PM

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THE RELIGIOUS ART OF JAPAN DAVID AHEARN

10003 INTM 3383 DODD LECTURE ROOM (PM)

What comes to mind when you think of Japan? A contemplative garden? Intricately folded
origami? Vibrant wood-block prints? Enigmatic haiku poetry? The aesthetic sense of Japan
has been profoundly shaped by its Shinto and Buddhist religious traditions. After a brief
survey of Japanese history and religion, students will travel to Japan to experience what
they have studied. The 9-day trip will include visits to four of Japan's historic capitals:
Nara, Kyoto, Kamakura, and Tokyo (Edo). We will visit important museums, temples,
and other architectural monuments in each city. The price includes airfare, ground
transportation, double or triple hotel accommodations, breakfast daily, and all museum
and site entrances.
Student activities include completion of journal and post-trip project.

Maximum Enrollment: 15

Anticipated Cost: $3075 *See instructor for payment instructions

Grading Scale: A-F or Pass/No Credit

First Class Meeting: Dodd Lecture Room, 1 PM

EAST MEETS WEST: THE ART AND ARCHITECTURE JOHN LAWRENCE

OF ISTANBUL AND ANATOLIA DODD LECTURE ROOM (AM)

10004 INTM 3364 A

Following classroom lectures, discussion and films, students will travel to Istanbul and
selected archeological sites in Western Anatolia that are important in a study of Ancient
Roman, Early Christian, Byzantine, and Ottoman civilizations, including Troy, Pergamon,
Ephesus, Priene, Miletus, Didyma, and Cappadocia. In Istanbul we will visit the Church
of Santa Sophia, the magnificent sixth century domed church built by the Emperor
Justinian; the Topkapi Palace, the luxurious residence of the Ottoman sultans; the Istanbul
Archeology Museum, which houses a world class collection of Greek and Roman artifacts;
the Grand Bazaar, a maze-like shopping mall of over 4,500 shops, featuring bargains
in everything from rugs, to cashmere, to jewelry. We will also take a Golden Horn ferry
excursion from Istanbul to the mouth of the Black Sea. Student activities include pre-trip
lectures and photographic journal.

Maximum Enrollment: 15
Anticipated Cost: $2300
Grading Scale: A-F

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EAST MEETS WEST: THE ART AND ARCHITECTURE JOHN COOK

OF ISTANBUL AND ANATOLIA MANGET 210 (AM)

10009 INTM 3364 B

Following classroom lectures, discussion and films, students will travel to Istanbul and
selected archeological sites in Western Anatolia that are important in a study of Ancient
Roman, Early Christian, Byzantine, and Ottoman civilizations, including Troy, Pergamon,
Ephesus, Priene, Miletus, Didyma, and Cappadocia. In Istanbul we will visit the Church
of Santa Sophia, the magnificent sixth century domed church built by the Emperor
Justinian; the Topkapi Palace, the luxurious residence of the Ottoman sultans; the Istanbul
Archeology Museum, which houses a world class collection of Greek and Roman artifacts;
the Grand Bazaar, a maze-like shopping mall of over 4,500 shops, featuring bargains in
everything from rugs, to cashmere, to jewelry. We will also take a Golden Horn ferry
excursion from Istanbul to the mouth of the Black Sea. Student activities include pre-trip
lectures and photographic journal.

Maximum Enrollment: 15

Anticipated Cost: $2300

Grading Scale: A-F

First Class Meeting: Manget 210, 9 AM

THE TREASURES OF SOUTHERN SPAIN AMANDA PLUMLEE & FRANK O'CONNOR

10006 INTM 3357 MANGET 109 (AM)

Come explore the beauty and cultural richness of Andalucia. Visit the Alhambra in
Granada and see firsthand the splendor of Moorish architecture. Attend a flamenco show or
join us for a tapas crawl. Spend time viewing the masterpieces of Spanish art in the Prado
and see Picasso's famous Guernica. Student activities include readings and submission of a
travel journal.

Maximum enrollment: 20
Anticipated Cost: $2500
Grading Scale: A-F or Pass/No Credit
First Class Meeting: Manget 109, 9 AM

NURSING SINCE NIGHTINGALE: NURSING AND HEALTHCARE CELIA HAY

IN THE UNITED KINGDOM CACAD 319 (AM)

10007 INTM 3315

This course uses nursing's history as a framework for analyzing nursing care since
Florence Nightingale. The course includes changing ideas about nursing care delivery and
the changing role, expectations and realities for nursing. Students will visit museums,
hospitals, and historical sites in London. Student activities include discussion, journaling
and class presentations.

Eligibility: Nursing students

Maximum Enrollment: 20
Anticipated Cost: $2000
Grading Scale: A-F

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EXPLORING ANIMAL BEHAVIOR SARAH BETH MALLORY

10008 INTM 4329 SCI 204 (AM)

Using readings, videotapes, discussion and field experiences, students explore a variety of
topics in animal behavior, including thinking, emotion, and consciousness. Animal and
habitat conservation also are emphasized. Zoo Atlanta experts will provide direction for
observations of captive animals. Students will then travel to Costa Rica to observe animals
in the wild during a two-week field experience which includes visits to a variety of habitats
(rainforest, cloud forest, tropical dry forest, sandy beach forest, rivers, volcanoes), animal
rescue facilities, biological experiment stations, and cooperatives. Student activities
include journaling, observation papers, and reports on native tropical animals.

Eligibility: Physical stamina for hiking and permission of instructor

Maximum Enrollment: 12

Anticipated Cost: $1900 (includes all transportation, lodging, meals, and entry fees)

Grading: A-F Scale or Pass/No Credit

First Class Meeting: SCI 204, 9 AM

- INTERNSHIP -

INTERNSHIP IN PHYSICAL EDUCATION PHIL WILLIAMSON

10012 HPED 4400 CEB CLASSROOM 106 (AM)

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: Open

Maximum Enrollment: 20

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

her own transportation costs.

Grading: A-F Scale

First Class Meeting: CEB Classroom 106, 9 AM

ON-CAMPUS PROJECTS WITH DOMESTIC TRAVEL

MYTHOLOGY AND FAIRY-TALE IN GERMAN OPERA: TONI ANDERSON

WAGNER AND HUMPERDINCK CEB 108 (AM)

10013 INTM 4391

This course explores the use of mythology and fairy-tale in German romantic opera

by examining Wagner's classic Ring Cycle and the well-known children's opera by

Humperdinck, Hansel and Gretel. Students will study the historical and cultural contexts

of these composers and their works. The culmination of the class will be a New York

excursion to see Wagner's Die Walkure (second opera of the Ring Cycle) and Humperdinck's

Hansel and Gretel performed at the Metropolitan Opera.

Eligibility: Open Enrollment

Maximum Enrollment: 15

Anticipated Costs: $60 for materials; $800 for NY trip (4 nights/3 days, excluding meals)

Grading: A-F Scale or Pass/No Credit

First Class Meeting: CEB 108, 9 AM

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THE ART OF THE BOOK MARCIA BROWN

10014 INTM 4370 DODD 202 (AM)

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 and boxes after exploring
various styles including portfolio, accordion, pamphlet, case binding, boxes, clamshell
cases, and other expressive book and box forms. Attendance at demonstrations and slide
lectures, a field trip to Atlanta, and intensive studio work are additional requirements.

Eligibility: Open Enrollment
Maximum Enrollment: 10
Anticipated Cost: $125 for materials
Grading: A-F Scale or Pass/No Credit
First Class Meeting: DODD 202, 9 AM

THE PLAY'S THE THING TRACY RIGGS

10015 INTM 3324 PRICE THEATRE BLACK BOX (AM)

Students analyze and interpret three to five scripts of varying genres that may include
but are not limited to a Broadway musical, modern or classical drama, experimental, or a
period piece. Students travel to professional theatres to see live productions of each play
and write papers evaluating the performances. 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

First Class Meeting: Price Black Box, 9 AM

FROM THE STUDIO TO THE STAGE: APPLYING WATERCOLOR MARGARET RENEKE

TECHNIQUE TO SCENIC PAINTING DODD 303 (AM)/PRICE STAGE (PM)

10016 INTM 4392 A

Learn how theatre and art intersect through the interdisciplinary exploration of watercolor
and scenic painting. Students will apply the basic tenants of watercolor painting and color
theory to the art of traditional scenic backdrop painting. Each student will make a series of
watercolor paintings as studies for full scale drops. In the second half of the class, students
will work together to cut, piece, sew grommet, size and paint a complete set of drops as a
practical application of painting. A field trip to a scenic studio, theatrical production, or
museum is also included.

Eligibility: Previous art or theatre experience is helpful but not required

Maximum Enrollment: 8

Anticipated Costs: $100

Grading: Pass/No Credit

First Class Meeting: Dodd 303, 9 AM

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FROM rHESTUDIO I'O rHE STAGE: APPLYING WATERCOLOR NATE rOMSHECK

rECHNIQUE rO SCENIC PAINTING DODD $03 (AM) PRICE STAGE (PM)

10017 INTM 4392 B

Learn how theatre .\nd art intersect through t he interdisciplinary exploration ofwatercoloi

and scenic painting. Students will appl\ the basic tenants ot watcrcolor painting .\nd color
theory to the art of traditional scenic backdrop painting. Each student will make a series of
watcrcolor paintings as studies tor full scale drops. In the second half of the class students
will work together to cut piece sew grommet, si/e .\nd paint a complete set of drops as a
practical application of painting. A field trip to a scenic studio theatrical production, or
museum is also included.

Eligibility: Previous art or theatre experience is helpful but not required

Maximum Enrollme s

Anticipated i 'osts $100

Chiding: Pass No Credit

First Class Meeting Dodd 303, ^ (AM)

PRINCIPLES OY SUSTAIN AMI 1 TV TODD MATTHEWS

10018 INTM4393 CACAO Ml (PM)

This course provides a sur\c\ into the issue ot SUSt a inability trom ecological, political,
economic and SOCio-Cultural Standpoints. From ^\n initial cataloguing of how we live now,

this course provides a platform tor analysis and investigation of what sustainability is, ^nd
how we can achieve a sustainable world. The course is divided into three major segments.
First, we examine the way our lives are conducted and link this to a consideration ot the
ecological cycles .\nd processes that make lite possible. Ibis will provide the basis to
assess whether we can continue with our present patterns ot production and consumption.
Second, we will examine possible paths towards sustainability ,\nd how attempts to
achieve this are being devised and implemented. Finally, we will survey the arena o\
ecological politics in order to engage the issue ot how we can actually achieve this as a
collective outcome. Local and regional field trips are part of this learning experience.

Eligibility: Open Enrollment
Maximum Enrollment: 2^

Anticipated Costs: $150 tor books; $50 tor regional travel

Grading: A-F Scale

First Class Meeting: CACAD \22, l PM

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THE AVIATION INDUSTRY: FROM COCKPIT TO CONTROLLER DAVID BARRETT

10019 INTM 4394 SMITH 308 (AM)

This course will investigate multiple facets of aviation. Students will study the theory of
flight, aircraft safety, navigation, air traffic control, airport operations, and the economics
of the industry. In addition to classroom activities, the class will visit various sites to
observe first-hand how airports and the air traffic control system operate. Stationary
simulator time will allow students to test their piloting and navigation skills.

Eligibility: successful completion of ENGL 1101

Maximum Enrollment: 16

Anticipated Costs: Textbook and transportation to various sites.

Grading: A-F Scale

First Class Meeting: Smith 308, 9 AM

ADVENTURES IN OUTDOOR LEADERSHIP EVA BEAULIEU

10020 INTM 3310 CEB 106 (AM)

This course is for individuals who welcome the opportunity to explore the natural world,
gain safety and outdoor technical skills, discuss environmental stewardship, and develop
leadership skills. Students will participate in hands-on leadership initiatives such as
backpacking, hiking and camping while integrating relevant academic content to achieve
the course objectives. Trip journals/logs and two projects will also be requirements for the
course. Travel (4-5 field sessions) will take place both during the week and on weekends.

Eligibility: Stamina for moderate physical activity (ability to hike five miles)

Maximum Enrollment: 12

Anticipated Costs: $200 for park and camping fees, transportation, and Hike Inn

Grading: A-F Scale or Pass/No Credit

First Class Meeting: CEB 106, 9 AM

THE UNIVERSE: AN INTRODUCTION TO ASTRONOMY TERRY AUSTIN

10021 INTM 4395 SCI 102 (AM)

This course is a descriptive overview of the universe and astronomy. Topics covered
include the celestial coordinate system, time keeping, constellations, ancient astronomy,
and a tour of the universe including the planetary system, the sun, stellar evolution,
neutron stars, black holes, galactic astronomy, cosmology and the origin of the universe. A
field trip to a planetarium and an observatory are included.

Eligibility: Successful completion of College Algebra

Maximum Enrollment: 24

Anticipated Costs: $100 for textbook; $15 for travel

Grading: A-F Scale or Pass/No Credit

First Class Meeting: SCI 102, 9 AM

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LIFE ON THE CHATTAHOOCHEE JOHN HURD

10022 INTM 4308 SCI 211 (AM)

This course is a study of the culture, geology, sociology, geography, economy and politics
of life along the Chattahoochee and Apalachicola Rivers. The use of rivers as places to
live, routes of commerce and resources to vie for are considered. Class time will be divided
between classroom lectures, discussions and on-site visits, two of which are overnight
field trips to the North Georgia Mountains and to the environs of Apalachicola, Florida.
Students are required to maintain journals of their experiences and present a report on a
topic of choice about the Chattahoochee or Apalachicola Rivers.

Eligibility: Open Enrollment
Maximum Enrollment: 12
Anticipated Costs: $450
Grading: Pass/No Credit
First Class Meeting: SCI 211, 9 AM

- ON-CAMPUS PROJECTS -

DEVELOPING YOUR UNDEVELOPED MUSICAL TALENT LEE JOHNSON

10023 INTM 4396 CEB 109 (THEORY LAB - AM)

You can learn to make music even if you have never had any, or not much, musical
training. This course will cover the basics of lyric writing, song writing, audio recording,
and will culminate with your original song being recorded and submitted to the Library
of Congress for copyright registration. Students who have beginning level ability on
guitar, voice, and piano are welcome. Students with no former musical training are also
encouraged to enroll.

Eligibility: Open to all non-music majors

Maximum Enrollment: 10

Anticipated Costs: $50

Grading: A- F Scale

First Class Meeting: CEB 109, 9 AM

CHRISTIAN HYMNODY ANTHONY CRISWELL

10024 MUSI 3331 CEB PIANO LAB/CFLC 306 (FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH) - AM

This course is a survey of Christian Hymnody in the English-speaking world from its roots

in the early Christian church to present-day practices in worship. The study of selected

hymns and hymnwriters associated with a number of different Christian traditions will be

included.

After the first class meeting, classes will meet at First Baptist Church on the Square and a

variety of other LaGrange area churches to survey different styles of hymnody.

Eligibility: Open Enrollment

Maximum Enrollment: 15

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BREAKING THE TRADITIONAL BARRIERS: STEVEN EDWARDS & WILLIAM YIN

HOW BRUCE LEE'S PHILOSOPHY PRICE MAIN STAGE (AM)/BLACK BOX (PM)

IMPACTS FILMS, CULTURE, AND MARTIAL ARTS
10025 INTM 4390

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: A-F Scale or Pass/No Credit

First Class Meeting: Price Theatre Main Stage, 9 AM

CROSS OF CENTURIES: IMAGES OF CHRIST MICHAEL BISHOP

IN WORLD IMAGINATIVE LITERATURE MANGET 309 (AM)

10027 INTM 3351

This project will not teach any received theological point of view. Students will read over
two dozen writers on the inescapable figure of Jesus Christ in Western culture, using the
anthology A Cross of Centuries and novels of Jose Saramago and Christopher Moore (to list
only two possibilities). Some of these works will affirm Jesus as divine; others will offer
portraits seemingly trivializing or transgressive. A Cross of Centuries, incidentally, contains
stories by Fyodor Dostoyevsky, Oscar Wilde, Isaac Babel, Jorge Luis Borges, and Ray
Bradbury. It also features work by LaGrange College scholars John M. Williams (Passion),
Jack Slay, Jr. (Murmur's Laws), and writer-in-residence Michael Bishop (Sequel on Skorpios).
Both Dr. Williams and Dr. Slay will visit the class to discuss their stories. Students will
take daily quizzes, make oral presentations, and see artful films based on the life of Christ,
including Jesus of Montreal; they will write an essay-oriented final exam and either a short
story inspired by the figure of Christ or a critical essay on a novel or on a set of stories in A
Cross of Centuries.

Eligibility: Open Enrollment

Maximum Enrollment: 14

Anticipated Costs: less than $100 for textbooks

Grading: A-F Scale or Pass/No Credit

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COMPREHENDING CULTS: SUSAN CODY

SOCIOLOGY OF NEW RELIGIOUS MOVEMENTS CACAD 122 (AM)

10028 INTM 4397

As far as historians and social scientists know, there has never been a human society
without some form of religion. New religions are constantly emerging and older religions
slip away. New religions only gradually (if ever) become recognized as a legitimate faith
tradition of the culture in which they reside. Cults, or what sociologists prefer to call "new
religious movements," are often in the news. However, the picture presented by popular
media is only one side of the story. This course is about why and how new religions emerge,
develop, and interact with a host culture. In addition, we will explore reasons why certain
kinds of individuals are drawn to new religious movements and whether common claims
made about such movements (brainwashing, etc.) are accurate.

Eligibility: Open Enrollment

Maximum Enrollment: 30

Anticipated Costs: $125 (approx.) for textbook

Grading: A-F Scale or Pass/No Credit

First Class Meeting: CACAD 122, 9 AM

TRUTH, JUSTICE, AND THE AMERICAN WAY: NINA DULIN-MALLORY

WHY WE CHEAT AND WHY WE DON'T MANGET 308 (AM)

10029 INTM 4398

This course is designed to be a catalyst for discussion about the sources of cheating in
American culture, as well as some of cheating's effects on individuals and society.

Eligibility: Open Enrollment

Maximum Enrollment: 15

Anticipated Costs: $25

Grading: Pass/No Credit

First Class Meeting: Manget 308, 9 AM

SIN: THE 7 DEADLY AND ALL THE REST ALVIN LINGENFELTER

10030 INTM 4399 MANGET 209 (AM)

Are you a sinner? Is everyone a sinner? Are some sins worse than others? Or is sin simply a
cultural variable that is defined by your personal or religious context? During the course we
will explore these questions and many more as we examine the history, nature, and diverse
definitions of sin. Through class reading, videos, discussions and even a few local excursions
we will sort through assorted components of sin: original sin, disobedience, separation from
God, Satan, temptation, penance, the Ten Commandments, and even the Seven Deadly Sins.
And of course you can't discuss sin without forgiveness. Students should expect assignments to
include papers, quizzes, various reading, group projects, films, and class discussion.

Eligibility: Open Enrollment

Maximum Enrollment: 25

Anticipated Costs: $100 (includes texts and possible local field trips)

Grading: A-F Scale

First Class Meeting: Manget 209, 9 AM

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THE SEARCH FOR CONTEMPORARY NOIR JACK SLAY

10031 INTM 4410 CACAD 218 (PM)F

Film noir refers to that body of cinema that focuses on guns and dames, crime and corruption,
violence and violation, all shot in grainy black-and-white, shadows and dapplings of light. In
his recent article on film noir, Barry Hannah wonders whether one can have a noir experience
in "high-definition color, where no pixel goes unused and not a cell is left to the imagination."
His answer: "I doubt it." This course, however, will explore the possibility of contemporary
noir. We'll begin by viewing and discussing three classic noir films: The Maltese Falcon, Double
Indemnity, and Touch of Evil. We'll then establish guidelines and explore a variety of contempo-
rary films: Reservoir Dogs, Memento, The Last Seduction, Seven, L.A. Confidential, among others.
Along the way we'll read related essays and stories and at least one novel. Students will take
daily quizzes, write responses to several of the films, participate in a small group project, and
complete a substantial solo project.

Eligibility: Open Enrollment

Maximum Enrollment: 20

Anticipated Costs: $20-30 (reading packet and novel)

Grading: A-F Scale or Pass/No Credit

First Class Meeting: CACAD 218, 1 PM

THE LITERARY WORLD IN FILM JOHN WILLIAMS

10032 INTM 4411 TURNER ASSEMBLY ROOM (PM)

This course examines a variety of literary ages and writers through eight selected films and
corresponding selected readings about the writers and/or periods. The films will be drawn from
a pool including Out of Africa, Possession, Tom and Viv, Henry and June, Dreamchild, Kafka, Iris,
Haunted Summer, Wilde, The Whole Wide World, Shakespeare in Love, The Hours, and Capote.

Eligibility: Open Enrollment

Maximum Enrollment: 20

Anticipated Costs: none foreseen

Grading: A-F Scale or Pass/No Credit

First Class Meeting: Turner Assembly Room, 1 PM

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LAW AND LAWYERS: IMAGES OF THE AMERICAN LEGAL SYSTEM TRACY LIGHTCAP

IN LITERATURE AND FILM CACAD 218 (AM)

10033 INTM 4319

This course will be an introductory examination of the American legal system and some of the
conceptual tools that can be used to analyze it. The method we will use is somewhat different
than usual, however. In this course, we will look at three different areas of the law criminal
law, civil law, and constitutional law and how the functioning of the legal system in each is
portrayed in literature and film. Within each of these areas we will compare fictional and non-
fictional presentations, using the contrasts between them as a way to explain the role of law and
lawyers in the contemporary United States using three different and complimentary approach-
es. At the end we should be able to provide preliminary answers to several important questions:
What are the institutional characteristics of our legal system? What are the social and political
functions of the legal system and how (why) are they presented culturally? What do our visions
of our legal system tell us about the system and ourselves? How can we use critical analyses of
our legal system to inform our political efforts to change it?

Eligibility: Open Enrollment

Maximum Enrollment: 20

Anticipated Costs: $30-40

Grading: A-F Scale

First Class Meeting: CACAD 218, 9 AM

CARE GIVING AT THE END OF LIFE TOM STEELE

10034 INTM 4328 HOSPICE LAGRANGE (AM)

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 Costs: $100 (approx.) for textbook

Grading: A-F Scale or Pass/No Credit

First Class Meeting: Hospice LaGrange, 9 AM

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POLITICS OF HUMAN RIGHTS ON FILM JOHN TURES

10035 INTM 4373 CACAD 222 (AM)

This course addresses basic human rights in an international context. The primary medium
for this course is film. We will try to emphasize the "human" side of international rights (e.g.,
pain, suffering, torture, needs, demands and activism) through dramatic depictions of selected
human rights topics, events and leaders.

Eligibility: Open Enrollment
Maximum Enrollment: 20
Anticipated Costs: $25 + textbook
Grading: A-F Scale or Pass/No Credit
First Class Meeting: CACAD 222, 9 AM

EXPLORING CULTURAL IDENTITY: ANTHONY WILSON

THE CONTEMPORARY SOUTH MANGET 308 (PM)

10036 INTM 4350

In many ways, the South remains the most distinctly marked region of the United States, more
powerfully associated with cultural stereotypes, the weight of region-specific history, and
zealous claims of regional uniqueness than any other. At the same time, it has undergone more
dramatic changes than any other part of the United States over the past century, moving from
an impoverished region marked by perceived backwardness and very real racial strife to the
host of major economic centers like Atlanta and Dallas, home to the last three Presidents, and
site of remarkable cultural diversity. In spite of these changes, the concept of Southernness
seems to persist, evinced in both the agrarian fantasies of country music and in television
and film representations that paint the South as either pastoral idyll or racist nightmare. This
course will explore the origins and the contemporary state of the idea of Southernness. Using
film, short stories, cultural studies of the South, tourist literature, and documents from popular
culture, this course will treat the South as a case study in examining constructions of regional
identity. Students will learn to apply the techniques of semiotic analysis to articulations of
culture, will analyze conflicting arguments and explicit and implicit ideologies, and will craft
their own analyses of Southern culture.

Eligibility: Open Enrollment

Maximum Enrollment: 15

Anticipated Costs: Books, potential video rental fees

Grading: Pass/ No Credit

First Class Meeting: Manget 308 (1 PM)

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PREPARATION, PACING, AND PERSISTENCE LINDA MASON BARBER

10037 INTM 4412 SMITH 309 (AM)

Through discussion and research, students will explore the conceptual basis of well-being,
holistic health, and success. Using outside speakers and off-site experiences, students will also
explore the various facets of holistic health and success. Students will be required to develop a
personal holistic health plan including strategies for achieving total well-being encompassing
the physical, emotional, mental, spiritual, and financial aspects of health and success.

Eligibility: Open Enrollment

Maximum Enrollment: 15

Anticipated Costs: Book and possible fees for off-site experiences

Grading: A-F Scale

First Class Meeting: Smith 309, 9 AM

SPECIAL TOPICS IN MANAGEMENT: NEGOTIATION KARIE DAVIS-NOZEMACK

10038 MGMT 4483 SMITH 307 (PM)

This course will explore and apply the principles of negotiation theory. Students will research
negotiation theory in addition to applying the principles learned in individual, partner and
team negotiation encounters. Students will be graded on negotiation encounters, written
analysis of such encounters, a research paper and class participation.

Eligibility: Open Enrollment

Maximum Enrollment: 20

Anticipated Costs: less than $200, including texts

Grading: A-F Scale

First Class Meeting: Smith 307, 1 PM

EXPLORING TEACHING ETHYL AULT

10039 EDUC 1198 HAWKES 127 (AM)

This project is a field-based introduction to the teaching profession and to the public's percep-
tion of teaching and school as it is evidenced in the popular culture and media. Students
examine the constructivist approach to teaching and learning, the roles of teachers, teaching as
a profession, contemporary issues such as multiculturalism, diversity, active learning, etc. The
course includes field experiences at local schools. Students must provide their own transporta-
tion to the schools. Note: This course may not be substituted for EDUC 1199.

Eligibility: Open Enrollment
Maximum Enrollment: 20
Anticipated Costs: Textbooks only
Grading: A-F Scale or Pass/No Credit
First Class Meeting: Hawkes 127, 9 AM

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PERSONAL FINANCIAL PLANNING CINDI BEARDEN

10040 INTM 4331 SMITH 330 (AM/PM)

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: 21

Anticipated Costs: Materials only ($25 approx.)

Grading: A - F Scale

First Class Meeting: Smith 330, 9 AM

AN INTRODUCTION TO MASS MEDIA COMMUNICATION LINDA MCMULLEN

10041 INTM 4354 SMITH 307 (AM)

This survey course offers an introduction to the world of media communications. Students will
learn about the development of mass media in the United States from pre-revolutionary days
to the present. We will explore the social and cultural frameworks within which print, radio,
television, and electronic media have developed and examine the complex dynamics of the
relationship between the medium and message. Threaded through the course will be consider-
ations of the voice of constituent groups and a discussion of media ethics and accountability.

Eligibility: successful completion of ENGL 1101
Maximum Enrollment: 18
Anticipated Costs: Textbook
Grading: A-F Scale or Pass/No Credit
First Class Meeting: Smith 307, 9 AM

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: Approval by Dean Simmons or the Interim Director

Maximum Enrollment: 10

Anticipated Costs: Costs for housing, meals, transportation, and textbooks are the students'

responsibility

Grading: A - F Scale or Pass/No Credit

First Class Meeting: LaGrange College Albany, 9 AM

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THE BEAUTY AND POWER OF MATHEMATICS SIMON HWANG

10044 INTM 4414 SCI 309 (AM)

In this course, we will explore some famous mathematical ideas, such as patterns in nature,
prime numbers, the infinity, symmetry, the fourth dimension, and so on. Then we will discuss
how these mathematical ideas are related to our real world. Also, we will watch one episode
of TV series Numb3rs every day. After watching the episode, we will talk about the related
mathematics and do group activities tailored to the contents of the episode.

Eligibility: successful completion of College Algebra
Maximum Enrollment: 20
Anticipated Costs: Textbook
Grading: A-F Scale or Pass/No Credit
First Class Meeting: Sci 309, 9 AM

APPLYING TO GRADUATE SCHOOL CHARLES KRAEMER

10045 INTM 4415 SMITH 322 (AM)

This course is recommended for junior level students in any major who anticipate applying to
graduate or professional schools in their disciplines. Students will become familiar with ap-
propriate resources including materials in the Library, the Career Center, and on-line. Students
will develop a portfolio of graduate school related information including, but not limited to,
information on admission procedures, course work, and job placement opportunities. Several
presentations and a test will be required.

Eligibility: Junior standing is recommended but the course may also be useful to sophomores

who are fairly far along in the major

Maximum Enrollment: 15

Anticipated Costs: minimal for supplies (notebook, paper, pens)

Grading: Pass/ No Credit

First Class Meeting: Smith 322, 9 AM

THE STATISTICS OF GAME SHOWS, GAMES, AND THE MEDIA JENNIFER LANGDON

10046 INTM 4416 SCI 206 (AM)

Is the price right? Should I play the lottery this week? The polls show Candidates A and B are
running neck-in-neck. We make decisions using statistics every day. In this course, students
will study the statistics of games, such as roulette and poker; the statistics of game shows, such
as The Price is Right and Deal or No Deal; and the statistics used in lotteries. In addition, the
trustworthiness of statistics given in the media will be discussed.

Eligibility: successful completion of College Algebra
Maximum Enrollment: 20
Anticipated Costs: less than $100
Grading: A-F Scale or Pass/No Credit
First Class Meeting: SCI 206, 9 AM

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SURVEY OF MEDICAL AND ALLIED HEALTH CAREERS NICKIE CAUTHEN

10047 INTM 4309 SCI 202 (AM)

This course examines assorted medical and health professions. Areas to be emphasized include
graduate admission requirements, courses of study, and fields of employment. Site visits, shad-
owing experiences of qualified professionals as well as in-class discussions and presentations of
various professions are included.

Eligibility: Open Enrollment

Maximum Enrollment: 16

Anticipated Costs: Transportation, meals, and any special needs for shadowing experience.

Grading: A - F Scale or Pass/No Credit

First Class Meeting: SCI 202, 9 AM

SCIENTIFIC INQUIRY MELVIN HALL

10048 INTM 4326 SCI 303 (AM)

Scientific inquiry provides an introduction to the human activity of science. It exposes students
to the modes of thought that are common to the physical, natural, behavioral, and social
sciences. The goal of this class is to develop analytical thinking skills and deductive reasoning
abilities. Students will understand the differences and similarities between scientific evidence
and legal evidence. Two laboratory projects have been introduced that allow students to extract
DNA from several sources and analyze them as a fingerprinting technique.

Eligibility: Open Enrollment
Maximum Enrollment: 16
Anticipated Costs: Textbook
Grading: A-F Scale or Pass/No Credit
First Class Meeting: SCI 303, 9 AM

CHRISTIAN SPIRITUAL FORMATION DON JOLLY

10049 INTM 4355 SCI JOLLY LECTURE ROOM (AM)

This course explores the questions: "What is the purpose of life?" and "How then should we
live?" One of the most important resources for spiritual formation is the Bible. Lectures, video
presentations along with a study of related biblical topics are included. Out-of-class assign-
ments include listening to audio tapes of outstanding Christians, reading assignments in the
area of spiritual formation, and keeping a journal. Two written evaluations are required: a
mid-term test and final exam.

Eligibility: Open Enrollment

Maximum Enrollment: 20

Anticipated Costs: Textbooks only (less than $60)

Grading: Pass/ No Credit

First Class Meeting: SCI Jolly Lecture Room, 9 AM

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BUILD YOUR OWN COMPUTER FROM SCRATCH - BROOKS SHELHORSE

WITH YOUR OWN SCRATCH SMITH 303 (AM)

10050 INTM 3320

Students in this project determine the components they would like to have in their own
computer, which components are compatible, and what features are cost-effective. Using
these specifications and parameters, students build their own machines. Class discussions are
augmented by trips to local computer stores as well as those in either Columbus or Atlanta. The
final project is the completion of a working personal computer.

Eligibility: Open Enrollment

Maximum Enrollment: 15

Anticipated Costs: $600-1000; $30 due at registration for tool kit, wrist strap, and textbook

Grading: Pass/No Credit

First Class Meeting: Smith 303, 9 AM

- DEPARTMENTAL INTERIM PROJECTS -

RESEARCH METHODS IN HISTORY JOE CAFARO

10051 HIST 2000 LIBRARY SEMINAR (AM)

This course is required of all sophomore History majors. It acquaints the student with the basic
components of historical methodology and research.

Eligibility: Open to all students interested in improving research skills

Maximum Enrollment: 15

Anticipated Costs: None

Grading: A - F Scale

First Class Meeting: Library Seminar Room, 9 AM

DIVERSITY IN THE ELEMENTARY CLASSROOM JOYCE HILLYER

10052 EDUC 4460 HAWKES 123 (PM)

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: Junior in Early Childhood Education

Maximum Enrollment: 20

Anticipated Cost: Travel to diverse schools outside Troup County

Grading: A - F Scale

First Class Meeting: Hawkes 123, 1 PM

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ISSUES AND TRENDS IN NURSING SANDY BLAIR

10054 NURS 3312 CACAD 318 (AM)

Students examine major concepts that provide the basis for nursing practice. Using a seminar
format, students explore current issues and future trends in nursing. Utilizing outside speakers,
the students will explore all the professional roles available to nurses. Completion of a critical
reflection paper examining the professional nursing role and the identification and presenta-
tion of a major nursing theorist are required.

Eligibility: Admission to the Nursing program

Maximum Enrollment: 30

Anticipated Costs: Textbook only

Grading: A - F Scale

First Class Meeting: CACAD 318, 9 AM

SPECIAL TOPICS IN PSYCHOLOGY: POSITIVE PSYCHOLOGY HEATHER HAAS

10055 PSYC 4480 CACAD 124 (AM)

This course surveys the research literature in the emerging field of positive psychology. Positive
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 ($35-90)

Grading: A - F Scale

First Class Meeting: CACAD 124, 9 AM

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FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT

Dr. Sarah Beth Mallory

Coordinator of the Interim

LaGrange College

601 Broad Street 30240

(706) 880-8338
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.

to challenge the minds and inspire the souls of students

by improving their creative, critical and communicative abilities

in a caring and ethical community.