Human Biology 101 The Human Organism This course explores the complexity of human organisms, both in its present form and over the course of its evolution. Key components of this course include a survey of human physical systems, an overview of genetic theory, and the placement and evolution of the human species within the context of Earth history. Emphasis will be placed on student understanding of the scientific method, ways of evaluating scientific evidence, and the recognition of uncertainty in scientific theory. Human Biology 101 Learning Goals Map (pdf) This maps the curriculuar goals of science literacy and self-authorship to this first year core course. Human Biology 101 Syllabus for pilot "Topics" course Spring 2006 (pdf)

Human Biology 201 Human Dilemmas A problem-centered course that may include but is not limited to, problems centered in right-to-die issues, the complexity of the social biological interactions in viral infection, such as HIV, the physical and cultural implications of obesity, and the impact of societally relevant issues such as poverty, warfare, ad racial and ethnic profiling. Students will become more sophisticated in gathering quantitative and qualitative data, they will have increased facility using discipline-specific terminology, and they will gain experience in the detailed analysis of evidence and communication of interpretations. Human Biology 201 Learning Goals Map (pdf) This maps the curricular goals of science literacy and self-authorship for Human Biology 201. Human Biology 201 Syllabus (pdf)

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Core Competencies of Human Biology students Human Biology Core Competencies (ppt)

Faces of Human Biology Vivian Halloran, Assistant Professor Comparative Literature Leslie Hobbs-Ramsey, Human Biology Curriculum Coordinator Frederika Kaestle, Assistant Professor Anthropology Katherine Kearns, Instructional Consultant Jane McLeod, Professor of Sociology Robert J. Meier, Professor Emeritus Anthropology Joseph Near, Associate Professor Pharmacology Craig E. Nelson, Professor Emeritus of Biology Ross Peterson-Veatch, Instructional Consultant Phillip Quirk, Research Assistant Professor Medical Sciences Diane Richardson, Administrative Assistant Jennifer Meta Robinson, Instructional Consultant Whitney M. Schlegel, Director Human Biology and Associate Professor of Biology Georgia Strange, Professor of Fine Arts Michael Wade, Professor of Biology

Human Biology 301 The Complex Human This course explores biological themes that are central to being human. Our reproductive biology unites us as a species, but it has also been an important engine of our evolution. In the way our bodies function today we can see both the imprint of our formative past and implications for our future. This course provides students with the opportunity to apply their knowledge of evolution and to look at the origin of the human species. Ethical dilemmas surrounding human reproduction, birth, aging, and survival in varying environments will be explored. Students will engage in interdisciplinary inquiry using integrative theories and synthesized research methodologies. Human Biology 301 Learning Goals Map (pdf) This maps the curricular goals of science literacy and self-authorship to this third year course. Human Biology 301 Syllabus (pdf) Summary of Learning Goals for Human Biology 101, 201, and 301 (pdf)

Human Biology 401 Complex Problems of Humanity This course serves as a capstone type experience for students majoring in Human Biology. In the course students will focus on significant problems at the interface of science and society, like ecological issues centered around global warming, groundwater issues, fossil fuel exploration and consumption, and the use and distribution of global natural resources. Students will write letters and essays describing essential problems citing evidence to persuade policy makers and community leaders to lobby for change as an essential part of the process in becoming global citizens. Human Biology 401 Learning Goals Map (pdf) This maps the curricular goals of science literacy and self-authorship to this fourth year core course. Human Biology 401 Syllabus (pdf)