Spice up your course load: interesting classes without a prerequisite

If you are having trouble filling up your schedule with 300+ level classes for this spring, don’t sweat: here is a list of 14 interesting higher level classes that do not require prerequisites to register.

AAF 415 – Dynamics of Social Change in the Caribbean: This class explores the origins of people of African descent in the Caribbean, as well as the slave trade, with special emphasis on political and economic relations with U.S.

CLA 395 – Greek Mythology Gods, Heroes and Humans: This class will broaden your knowledge of the mythical gods and goddesses you learned about in grade school. The concepts of divinity, cosmos, power hierarchies, coming of age, and the heroic experience are all explored.

CLA 396 – Myths of Rome: Similar to the Greek, ancient Rome functioned on myth. This class will explore the influence of myth in Roman history, epic, lyric, novel and religion.

ENG 372 – Shakespeare: William Shakespeare’s drama and poetry will be closely analyzed in this class. If you were a fan of Hamlet and his 154 sonnets in high school, this class is for you.

ENG 495 – The Novel: This class will explore the historical significance of novels, specific to cultural politics, philosophy and psychology.

HIS 328 – The Holocaust: The Nazi extermination of Jews across Europe will forever be a topic of historical significance in the world. This class will focus on Nazi policy, Jewish experiences, and the reactions of outside nations. Students must be sophomore standing to enroll in this class.

HIS 362 – History of Rhode Island: Especially for out-of-state students, this class will increase your understanding of the state we all know and love. From settlement to present day, students will study the social, political, and economic aspects of the development of Rhode Island.

KIN 210 – Beginner Sailing: Although it’s not a 300-level or above and only two credits, you’ll learn how to sail a small sailboat and learn the theoretical aspects of sailing. This class includes both lectures and on-the-water instruction.

THN 360 – Impact of Death on Behavior: This class will discuss the effect that a person’s social values and medical/social structures have on the grief and bereavement process. The experience of dying and the quality of life concept will also be explored through this class.

TMD 358 – Weaving: This class is a hands-on introduction to hand weaving. Students will complete samples and projects designing, drafting, warping, and finishing using on-loom and off-loom weaving techniques.

WRT 305 – Travel Writing: This class will strengthen your writing techniques, especially in experiential and historical writing. You will be writing about places, both new and familiar, and complete travel essays, place journals, guides and query letters.

WRT 302 – Writing Culture: Culture is often shaped or sustained by the written word; this class will explore writing profiles, food and fashion reviews, and liner and exhibition notes.

If you have room in your schedule, take one of these classes and open your mind to new information you may not have learned by taking classes strict to your specific area of study.

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