HONORS

School of Humanities and Liberal Arts

HONORS (HNRS)

Honors Classes at Merced College are designed to provide learning environments that foster creative thinking and critical discussion. The purpose of Honors Classes is to offer challenging assignments and learning activities that will spark intellectual curiosity, while sharpening the skills required for transfer and career success.

Any new student with a 3.5 cumulative grade point average, or any continuing student with a 3.25 cumulative grade point average, may enroll in honors classes. Students who do not meet one of these enrollment requirements may also enroll in individual honors classes by successfully completing the challenge process. Inquiries regarding the Honors Program should be directed to Dr. Max Hallman, Honors Program Coordinator, at (209) 384-6327 or at hallman.m@mccd.edu.

Advantages of Taking Honors Classes:

• Smaller classes that provide the opportunity for more individualized instruction and more stimulating discussion.

• Honors recognition on transcripts to underscore achievement.

• Special academic advising.

• Opportunities to attend a variety of seminars, cultural events, and conferences.

• Eligibility to apply for McConnell Honors Scholarships

HNRS-40A HONORS SEMINAR: THE 60’S EXPERIENCE

2 units: 2 hours lecture.
CSU & UC Transferable
Limitation on enrollment: Enrollment in the Honors Program.

This course will focus on the in-depth discussion and analysis of the philosophy, politics, and music of the 1960’s. (04/19)

HNRS-40B HONORS SEMINAR: NATIVE AMERICAN PHILOSOPHY

2 units: 2 hours lecture.
CSU & UC Transferable
Limitation on enrollment: Enrollment in the Honors Program.

This course will focus on the in-depth discussion and analysis of Native American philosophy, politics, and music. (04/19)

HNRS-40C HONORS SEMINAR: PHILOSOPHY AND ROCK MUSIC

2 units: 2 hours lecture.
CSU & UC Transferable
Limitation on enrollment: Enrollment in the Honors Program.

This course will discuss and analyze traditional philosophical questions through the use of classic rock music. (04/19)

HNRS-40D HONORS SEMINAR: THE PHILOSOPHY OF SEX AND LOVE

2 units: 2 hours lecture.
CSU & UC Transferable
Limitation on enrollment: Enrollment in the Honors Program.

This course will focus on the in-depth discussion and analysis of religious and philosophical theories pertaining to sex and love. (04/19)