Learning Communities & First-Year Seminars, Fall 2013 - Kennesaw ...
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Students Connecting | <strong>Fall</strong> <strong>2013</strong> 25<br />
CUL 2100 – Intro to Culinary Sustainability and Hospitality (3)<br />
Prerequisite: None.<br />
This course provides an overview of ethical, environmental, and economic sustainable practices<br />
in the culinary hospitality industry. Historical development, organization structures, resource<br />
conservation, farming, travel and tourism and the role culinary management has in the industry<br />
are all discussed. Guest speakers are integrated into the course to provide industry perspective.<br />
Students also conduct a carbon footprint analysis identifying the environmental, societal, and<br />
economic impact of that footprint, and design strategies to reduce their own footprint.<br />
CUL 2200 - World Cuisines and Culture (3)<br />
Prerequisite: None.<br />
This course studies the evolution of agriculture, food preservation and preparation techniques, food<br />
habits and beliefs about food. We delve into geographical,<br />
historical, technological and religious factors that have<br />
influenced the food-related behaviors of various ethnic groups,<br />
exploring how all cultures impact individuals’ beliefs about<br />
food. Students taste and evaluate regional dishes from a variety<br />
of countries, focusing on ingredients, flavors, preparation and<br />
techniques characteristic of the cuisines and regions.<br />
DANC 1107 - Arts in Society: Dance (3)<br />
Prerequisite: ENGL 0099, READ 0099 if required.<br />
Through an examination of the role of arts in society, and an<br />
in-depth study of selected dance events, this interactive course<br />
provides an understanding of the creative process and develops<br />
skills in creativity and critical analysis. Heightened perceptual<br />
abilities will be developed through class experiences and filed visits to a variety of arts events in<br />
dance, music, visual arts, and theatre. (Attendance at some events requires paid admission.)<br />
ECON 1100 – Global Economics (3)<br />
Prerequisite: ENGL 0099, MATH 0099, READ 0099, if required.<br />
Analysis of economic decision-making in a global setting. Examines the fundamental questions<br />
of economics as they relate to individuals, firms, and governments operating in an open economy.<br />
Topics covered include: a comparison of economic systems, how a market system works, the role of<br />
government in the economy, the basis for international trade, the dynamics of the global monetary<br />
system, and the impact of technology on economic growth. (Note: This course is for non-business<br />
majors. This course will not count for business majors)<br />
ENGL 1101 - Composition I (3)<br />
Prerequisite: ENGL 0099 and READ 0099 if required.<br />
Focuses on skills required for effective writing in a variety of contexts with emphasis on exposition,<br />
analysis, and argumentation. Also includes introductory use of a variety of research skills.