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This is a course devoted to introducing photography as a medium of creative expression and visual communication. Students are introduced to cameras and the techniques used to create black and white photographs. Initial assignments address technical proficiency and then the emphasis transitions to creative exploration, aesthetics, and meaning. Classroom discussion will also establish a fundamental understanding of creating art and critically discussing photographs (Prerequisite(s): READ 0722 or READ 0724 or EAPP 0900 with a grade of “C” or better, or appropriate assessment score) (MnTC: Goal 6) 3C/1/2/0

Instructor: Aaron Bommarito
Meets: Tuesdays 9:00 to 11:00 am 
Delivery: Blended/Hybrid Course 

ARTS 1713 02 Photography 1 – Honors

This course is a study of biological processes including cell chemistry, metabolism, reproduction, genetics, and complex cell physiology. Three hours of lab per week are required; the lab component covers the application of concepts through observation, experimentation, and problem analysis. This course is intended for biology majors and students requiring a strong biological background for selected majors, including nursing and other allied health fields, and interested non-majors. 3 hours of lab required in a 16-week semester. (Prerequisite(s): READ 0722 or READ 0724 or EAPP 0900 with a grade of “C” or better or appropriate assessment score) (MnTC: Goal 3) 5C/4/1/0

Instructor: Amy Gonyea 
Meets: Mondays 8:30 to 11:55 am 
Delivery: Blended/Hybrid Course 

BIOL 1740 07 General Biology 1 – Honors

This course emphasizes critical reading and analytical writing using literature as the basis for composition. The course includes an analysis of primary and/or secondary sources with a focus on academic writing. (Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in ENGL 1711) (MnTC: Goal 1) 2C/2/0/0 

Instructor: Kelly Kendall 
Meets: Wednesdays 2:00 to 3:50 pm
Delivery: Traditional on campus meetings 

ENGL 1712 03 Composition 2 – Honors

Logic is the study of arguments. This course uses the tools of symbolic logic to explore logical concepts such as logical truth, consistency, equivalence, and validity. It introduces an artificial, symbolic language that can be used to test the logical properties of statements and arguments. These analytical skills support work in a range of activities that require clear, careful, step-by-step thinking. Although this course falls within the goal of mathematics, it may not apply to certain technical programs or meet certain transfer requirements for mathematics. (Prerequisite(s): READ 0722 or READ 0724 or EAPP 0900 with a grade of “C” or better or appropriate assessment score) (MnTC: Goal 4) 3C/3/0/0

Instructor: Jason Swartwood
Meets: Wednesdays 9:00 to 11:45 am 
Delivery: Traditional on campus meetings

PHIL 1710 01 Logic – Honors 

The focus of this course is on human development throughout the lifespan. The course includes research methodology, theoretical perspectives and the physical, cognitive and psychosocial changes that influence people throughout their development. An application of research and theory to current issues will be addressed. (Prerequisite(s): READ 0721 or READ 0724 or EAPP 0860 with a grade of “C” or better or appropriate assessment score) (MnTC: Goals 5 & 9) 3C/3/0/0

Instructor: Stephanie Hazen 
Meets: Thursdays 12:00 to 2:45 pm 
Delivery: Traditional on campus meetings

PSYC 1720 01 Lifespan Development – Honors

Honors Program Eligibility
To be eligible to enroll in honors sections, students must show a demonstrated pattern of academic excellence through one of the following:

• completion of at least 12 college-level credits with a Grade Point Average of 3.5 or higher
• entering high school students with a Grade Point Average of 3.5 or higher

Honors Program eligibility is automatically applied once one of the above requirements is met. There is no need to apply to become an active member of the Honors Program.

• Increased opportunities for intellectual challenge and growth
• Opportunity to work with other highly motivated students in small classroom settings (honors sections have smaller class sizes).
• Designation of “honors” after each honors section on college transcript indicates academic rigor to potential employers, transfer institutions, and/or scholarship committees

Students who complete 4 courses or 12 credits of honors coursework over their careers at Saint Paul College become Honors Scholars. The “Honors Scholar” designation is then added to the student’s Saint Paul College transcript to be noted by potential employers, transfer institutions, and/or scholarship committees. Honors Scholars also receive well-deserved recognition at our graduation ceremony.

Honors sections are scheduled three semesters in advance to allow students to plan their coursework so they can work toward becoming Honors Scholars as they complete their degree or program requirements. There is no need for honors students to take additional coursework because honors sections fulfill program and degree requirements in the same way traditional sections do.

Ayesha Shariff
Honors Program Coordinator
ayesha.shariff@saintpaul.edu
651.846.1711