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The Honors Program is geared toward students who want a rigorous academic experience here at Golden West College. Through a series of core Honors courses in the Humanities—augmented by Honors opportunities in a variety of other departments, including Science and Mathematics—Honors students will be participating in University-level academic work while here at Golden West College. All core Honors classes feature a seminar-style atmosphere, enabled by a 24-student class limit that enhances teacher-student interaction and discussion. Honors classes are taught by committed faculty members dedicated to providing their students with a stellar intellectual experience.
Course Offerings for Fall 2010:
- English 100H: Composition Honors (MW 8:50am-10:55am)
- English 114H: Great Myths and Legends Honors (TR 11:10am-12:35pm)
- Art History 106H: History and Appreciation of Art Honors (MW 11:10am-12:35pm)
- Hum 120H: History and Appreciation of Music Honors (Online)
- Music 101H: History and Appreciation of Music Honors (Online)
- Political Science 180H: Introduction to U.S. Government Honors (R 12:45-3:55pm)
- Communication 110H: Public Speaking, Honors (M 1-4:10pm)
Goals of the Honors Program:
- To develop students’ critical thinking abilities
- To develop students’ social, historical, and political schema
- To enhance students’ knowledge of canonical authors in a variety of disciplines
- To instruct students in the uses of internet and technology-based research skills
- To inspire students to become more active in their communities