Interdisciplinary Studies (INDS)

Division of Exploratory Studies and Academic Success
Undergraduate Interdisciplinary Studies
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Graduate School & Interdisciplinary Studies
Graduate Interdisciplinary Studies
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Undergraduate Interdisciplinary Studies Courses

INDS F281      Interdisciplinary Associate Degree Portfolio
1 Credit

Offered Spring

Students will identify their own individualized learning outcomes for their Interdisciplinary Studies A.A.S. degree program. They will create a digital portfolio, which includes a resume, cover letter, action plan and documentation of academic work that demonstrates how they met their individualized learning outcomes.

Prerequisites: Admission to INDS AAS program; sophomore standing.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 1 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

INDS F301      Interdisciplinary Methods
2-6 Credits

Offered Fall and Spring

Explores the evolving field of interdisciplinary studies and its relevance to real-life problems. This course places a strong emphasis on cultivating critical thinking and advanced problem-solving skills as well as fostering effective communication and collaboration. Through class discussions, case studies and hands-on projects, students will learn to apply interdisciplinary skills.

Prerequisites: Admission to the interdisciplinary studies major or instructor permission; sophomore standing.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 2 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

Repeatable for Credit: May be taken 3 times for up to 6 credits

INDS F400      Interdisciplinary Capstone
0 Credit

Offered Fall, Spring and Summer

Students identify their values, strengths, and post-graduation goals. They will prepare a resume and writing sample. Students will also be expected to develop and research an action plan to reach their stated goals. These materials have practical applications and facilitate self-reflection on the learning outcomes of their interdisciplinary degree.

Prerequisites: Admittance to an interdisciplinary major; senior standing.

Cross-listed with GENR F400.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 0 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Pass/Fail Grades

INDS F401      Interdisciplinary Capstone Portfolio
1 Credit

Offered Fall and Spring

Students identify their values and strengths, and examine the connection of their interdisciplinary education to their post-graduation goals. They will complete a digital portfolio, which includes a resume, cover letter, action plan, self reflection essay and samples of academic work from other courses.

Prerequisites: Admission to the interdisciplinary studies major; senior standing.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 1 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

INDS F498      Research
1-9 Credits

Lecture + Lab + Other: 0 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

Repeatable for Credit: May be taken 98 times for up to unlimited credits

Graduate Interdisciplinary Studies Courses

INDS F698      Research
1-12 Credits

Lecture + Lab + Other: 0 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

Repeatable for Credit: May be taken 98 times for up to unlimited credits

INDS F699      Thesis
1-12 Credits

Lecture + Lab + Other: 0 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Pass/Fail Grades

Repeatable for Credit: May be taken 98 times for up to unlimited credits

Interdisciplinary Studies (INDS)

INDS F281      Interdisciplinary Associate Degree Portfolio
1 Credit

Offered Spring

Students will identify their own individualized learning outcomes for their Interdisciplinary Studies A.A.S. degree program. They will create a digital portfolio, which includes a resume, cover letter, action plan and documentation of academic work that demonstrates how they met their individualized learning outcomes.

Prerequisites: Admission to INDS AAS program; sophomore standing.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 1 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

INDS F301      Interdisciplinary Methods
2-6 Credits

Offered Fall and Spring

Explores the evolving field of interdisciplinary studies and its relevance to real-life problems. This course places a strong emphasis on cultivating critical thinking and advanced problem-solving skills as well as fostering effective communication and collaboration. Through class discussions, case studies and hands-on projects, students will learn to apply interdisciplinary skills.

Prerequisites: Admission to the interdisciplinary studies major or instructor permission; sophomore standing.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 2 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

Repeatable for Credit: May be taken 3 times for up to 6 credits

INDS F400      Interdisciplinary Capstone
0 Credit

Offered Fall, Spring and Summer

Students identify their values, strengths, and post-graduation goals. They will prepare a resume and writing sample. Students will also be expected to develop and research an action plan to reach their stated goals. These materials have practical applications and facilitate self-reflection on the learning outcomes of their interdisciplinary degree.

Prerequisites: Admittance to an interdisciplinary major; senior standing.

Cross-listed with GENR F400.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 0 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Pass/Fail Grades

INDS F401      Interdisciplinary Capstone Portfolio
1 Credit

Offered Fall and Spring

Students identify their values and strengths, and examine the connection of their interdisciplinary education to their post-graduation goals. They will complete a digital portfolio, which includes a resume, cover letter, action plan, self reflection essay and samples of academic work from other courses.

Prerequisites: Admission to the interdisciplinary studies major; senior standing.

Lecture + Lab + Other: 1 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

INDS F498      Research
1-9 Credits

Lecture + Lab + Other: 0 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

Repeatable for Credit: May be taken 98 times for up to unlimited credits

INDS F698      Research
1-12 Credits

Lecture + Lab + Other: 0 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Letter Grades with option of Plus/Minus

Repeatable for Credit: May be taken 98 times for up to unlimited credits

INDS F699      Thesis
1-12 Credits

Lecture + Lab + Other: 0 + 0 + 0

Grading System: Pass/Fail Grades

Repeatable for Credit: May be taken 98 times for up to unlimited credits