13 courses with the subject LARTS, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
LARTS 101College Success Strategies I-Beginning the Course (2 SH)
A college success course that focuses on study skills needed to succeed in college. Assessment and development of individual learning styles and strengths are part of the course curriculum. Students receive course credit when learning outcomes of the course are met; credit is considered elective, not part of the EMU Core or major requirements. Instructor permission required.
LARTS 110College Success Strategies II-Back on Course (2 SH)
A college success course that focuses on strategies needed to achieve full potential in students' academic, personal, and professional life. Self-assessments, readings, and guided exercises are part of the course curriculum. Students receive course credit when learning outcomes of the course are met; credit is considered elective, not part of the EMU Core or major requirements. Instructor permission required.
This one-credit course is offered by the Academic Support Center/Writing Center. Students explore a variety of topics (the role of the tutor, confidentiality issues, multicultural interactions, ethics) prior to completing eight weeks of supervised tutoring. A journal and selected assignments are required. See Vi Dutcher for approval to register. Serves as a Community Learning designate. Prerequisites: earned a B grade in LANG 131/2 or LANG 192 and have a 3.0 cumulative GPA.
This course invites students of diverse cultural backgrounds and experiences to engage in thoughtful analysis of cross-cultural communication and the accompanying emotions, challenges and opportunities. International, third-culture individuals (TCKs), and American students participate in a common seminar encouraging critical thinking, dialogue and reflection. First-year international students are strongly encouraged to take this course to help facilitate their transition to an understanding of North American culture and EMU's academic culture.
The course will provide an introductory framework for the vocational decision making process. It stresses the connection between student career objectives and potential EMU major choices. Students will examine previous experiences and future possibilities, develop potential career plans and expand the network of possibilities. Students will learn valuable skills in self-assessment, reflective work, scenario planning, job search strategies, and networking to develop future plans. Course Descriptions - 217
LARTS 203Professional and Vocational Exploration (3 SH)
The course will provide a deep dive into the vocational decision-making and career planning process. Students will learn valuable skills in self-assessment, reflective work, job search skills, and networking as they develop future plans. Students will engage in exercises to begin putting plans into action to move toward achieving career-related goals.
Students who complete LARTS 131 may enroll in LARTS 242 the subsequent spring semester for additional tutoring experience with supervision from the appropriate faculty member. Students who desire further training and practicum experience may enroll for a third and final credit (LARTS 261) the following fall semester. 196 • Academic Support
Students will learn the arguments for cycling as sustainable transportation, study commuter cycling activism in the US, learn basic bicycle maintenance and promote cycling on campus. Core: CL
LARTS 281Student Life and Student Leadership (1 SH)
This seminar style course provides students in campus leadership positions with training in the areas of effective leadership and teamwork, social comprehension, restorative justice/ restorative practices, and basic helping skills. The course provides opportunities for discussion and interaction among student leaders focusing on contemporary issues in college.
This one to three credit course is offered by the Academic Success Center and Writing Program. Students explore a variety of topics (tutor role, learning strategies, diversity issues, and ethics) in conjunction with supervised tutoring. The course may be linked with specific professors and courses of academic departments. Practicum requirements will reflect credit hour enrollment and appropriate tutor support offerings of linked department. See the Director of the Writing Program or the Director of the Academic Success Center for approval to register. Prerequisites: earned B grade in WRIT 130 or WRIT 140 (writing tutors), department recommendation (subject-specific tutors), 3.0 cumulative GPA (all tutors).
This one to three credit course offers additional tutoring experience with supervision from the appropriate faculty member. The course may also be linked with specific professors and courses of academic departments. LARTS 391 serves as a Community Learning designate. Prerequisite: LARTS 390 or consent of practicum professor and, if applicable, consent of academic department professor. Students may enroll in LARTS 390 and 391 for a maximum of three credit hours for peer tutoring over one to three semesters. Core: CL
This course supports experiential learning in which students apply their academic foundation in supervised work settings. Students who have completed an internship or have an internship in progress are eligible to enroll in this course. The internship is intended to enhance students' professional growth, competencies and professional exploration. Students will identify and develop skills and experiences directly relevant to achieving intended career goals, reflect on their experiences and find meaning in them, and develop a better understanding of their chosen career field and evaluate that field as a long-term career path. Students may earn 1 credit per 40 hours of direct service in a company/organization (up to 3 credits). 218 – Course Descriptions