University Catalog

Honors College

Courses

HONR 1100. ENRICHMENT SERIES. 1 Hour.

Provides an introduction and orientation to the Honors College. Designed to assist students in acquiring skills for academic survival, individual success, and pursuit of their Honors degree and career possibilities. Format varies; instruction by both faculty and Honors College student peer counselors.

HONR 1304. HONORS INDEPENDENT STUDY. 3 Hours.

Independent study courses are arranged on an individual basis with permission of an instructor. Performance may be assessed by oral or written examination, research or review paper as arranged.

HONR 2104. HONORS INDEPENDENT STUDY. 1 Hour.

Independent study topics are arranged on an individual basis. Performance may be assessed by oral or written examination, research or review paper as arranged.

HONR 2106. HONORS SEMINAR. 1 Hour.

The Honors Seminar will cover topics of general interdisciplinary interest to students from a wide variety of academic disciplines. Active learning will be stressed with all students expected to both moderate and participate in classroom discussions of seminar topics. Instructors and topics offered will vary. The course may be repeated for credit as topics change.

HONR 2111. HONORS COMMUNITY SERVICE LEARNING. 1 Hour.

Intensive course in the history and practice of community service learning (CSL). Readings will include general accounts of active learning, the institutional history of CSL in higher education, and a comparative study of CSL programs across the country. Students will design and implement a CSL project based on their major, and in conjunction with an area non-profit organization. Evaluation will be based on written work on both the readings and the CSL project.

HONR 2203. HONORS SPECIAL TOPICS. 2 Hours.

Topics, format, and prerequisites to be determined by faculty offering the courses. May be repeated for credit as topics change.

HONR 2204. HONORS INDEPENDENT STUDY. 2 Hours.

Independent study topics are arranged on an individual basis with permission of an instructor. Performance may be assessed by oral or written examination, research or review paper as arranged.

HONR 2300. SEMINAR. 3 Hours.

Team-taught interdisciplinary course that introduces knowledge and perspectives from the arts, sciences, and humanities. Designed around a theme of current or historical significance. Writing-intensive. Depending on topic, may meet the literature, fine arts/humanities or social/cultural studies requirement of the core curriculum (consult departmental advisor for details).

HONR 2304. HONORS INDEPENDENT STUDY. 3 Hours.

Independent study topics are arranged on an individual basis with permission of an instructor. Performance may be assessed by oral or written examination, research or review paper as arranged.

HONR 2403. SPECIAL TOPICS. 4 Hours.

Topics, format, and prerequisites to be determined by faculty offering the courses. May be repeated for credit as topics change.

HONR 2404. HONORS INDEPENDENT STUDY. 4 Hours.

Independent study topics are arranged on an individual basis with permission of an instructor. Performance may be assessed by oral or written examination, research or review paper as arranged.

HONR 2435. HONORS SPECIAL TOPICS. 4 Hours.

Topics, format and prerequisites to be determined by faculty offering the course. May be repeated for credit as topics change.

HONR 3103. INDEPENDENT STUDY. 1 Hour.

Topics, format, and prerequisites to be determined by faculty offering the courses. May be repeated for credit as topics change.

HONR 3104. SPECIAL TOPICS. 1 Hour.

Topics, format, and prerequisites to be determined by faculty offering the courses. May be repeated for credit as topics change.

HONR 3203. HONORS INDEPENDENT STUDY. 2 Hours.

Independent study topics are arranged on an individual basis. Performance may be assessed by oral or written examination, research or review paper as arranged.

HONR 3204. SPECIAL TOPICS. 2 Hours.

Topics, format, and prerequisites to be determined by faculty offering the courses. May be repeated for credit as topics change.

HONR 3303. INDEPENDENT STUDY. 3 Hours.

Independent study topics are arranged on an individual basis. Performance may be assessed by oral or written examination, research or review paper as arranged.

HONR 3403. HONORS INDEPENDENT STUDY. 4 Hours.

Independent study topics are arranged on an individual basis with permission of an instructor. Performance may be assessed by oral or written examination, research or review paper as arranged.

HONR 3404. HONORS SPECIAL TOPICS. 4 Hours.

Topics, format, and prerequisites to be determined by faculty offering the courses. May be repeated for credit as topics change.

HONR 3435. HONORS SPECIAL TOPICS. 4 Hours.

Topics, format and prerequisites to be determined by faculty offering the course. May be repeated for credit as topics change.

HONR 3504. HONORS SPECIAL TOPICS. 5 Hours.

Topics, format, and prerequisites to be determined by faculty offering the courses. May be repeated for credit as topics change.

HONR 3535. HONORS SPECIAL TOPICS. 4 Hours.

Topics, format and prerequisites to be determined by faculty offering the course. may be repeated for credit as topics change.

HONR 4000. HONORS INDEPENDENT RESEARCH. 0 Hours.

Individualized research conducted under the supervision of a faculty member. This is a zero-credit course. May be repeated. Prerequisite: membership in the Honors College, permission of the supervising faculty member, and approval by the Dean of Honors.

HONR 4103. ADVANCED SPECIAL TOPICS. 1 Hour.

Advanced special topics in Honors. May be repeated for credit as topics change.

HONR 4104. HONORS INDEPENDENT STUDY. 1 Hour.

Independent study topics are arranged on an individual basis with permission of an instructor. Performance may be assessed by oral or written examination, research or review paper as arranged.

HONR 4106. HONORS ADVANCED SEMINAR. 1 Hour.

The Honors Advanced Seminar will cover topics of general interdisciplinary interest to students from a wide variety of academic disciplines. Active learning will be stressed with all students expected to research and prepare seminar presentations and moderate class discussions on assigned seminar topics. Instructors and topics offered will vary The course may be repeated for credit as topics change. Prerequisite: Junior or Senior status or permission of the instructor.

HONR 4144. HONORS SERVICE LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES. 1 Hour.

Credit will be given for supervised service to a community agency. The service must be related to formal coursework and approved by a faculty mentor and a degree plan advisor. Prerequisite: Junior standing or permission of the Honors College Dean. Graded Pass/Fail.

HONR 4203. ADVANCED SPECIAL TOPICS. 2 Hours.

Advanced special topics in Honors. May be repeated for credit as topics change.

HONR 4204. HONORS INDEPENDENT STUDY. 2 Hours.

Independent study topics are arranged on an individual basis with permission of an instructor. Performance may be assessed by oral or written examination, research or review paper as arranged.

HONR 4244. HONORS SERVICE LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES. 2 Hours.

Credit will be given for supervised service to a community agency. The service must be related to formal coursework and approved by a faculty mentor and a degree plan advisor. Graded Pass/Fail.

HONR 4300. ADVANCED SEMINAR. 3 Hours.

Integrates substantive knowledge in the arts, sciences, and humanities around a theme of current or historical significance. May meet the Social/Cultural Studies requirement of the core curriculum.

HONR 4303. ADVANCED SPECIAL TOPICS. 3 Hours.

Advanced special topics in Honors. May be repeated for credit as topics change.

HONR 4304. HONORS INDEPENDENT STUDY. 3 Hours.

Independent study topics are arranged on an individual basis with permission of an instructor. Performance may be assessed by oral or written examination, research or review paper as arranged.

HONR 4310. HONORS STUDY ABROAD. 3 Hours.

Interdisciplinary course in an out-of-country location around a theme or topic appropriate to the location. Journal, term papers, and/or examinations may be required. Meets the Social/Cultural Studies requirement of the core curriculum.

HONR 4320. HONORS INTERNSHIP. 3 Hours.

Supervised employment in student's area(s) of interest. Journal and term paper required. Reserved for students whose major department does not offer an Internship course.

HONR 4344. HONORS SERVICE LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES. 3 Hours.

Credit will be given for supervised service to a community agency. The service must be related to formal coursework and approved by a faculty mentor and a degree plan advisor. Graded Pass/Fail.

HONR 4394. HONORS SENIOR RESEARCH THESIS/CREATIVE PROJECT. 3 Hours.

A research thesis or creative project and oral presentation are required for the Honors degree. In consultation with the faculty thesis supervisor and the Honors Dean, a program of research and writing will be arranged. Planning for the Honors Thesis/Creative Project should begin early in the student's junior year. For more extensive projects additional credit may be earned. Full details for completing the Honors Research Thesis/Creative Project are provided on the Honors website, https://www.uta.edu/academics/schools-colleges/honors/academics/capstone-project. This course is reserved for departments and programs that do not list dedicated thesis courses in their inventories.

HONR 4403. HONORS SPECIAL TOPICS. 4 Hours.

Topics, format, and prerequisites to be determined by faculty offering the courses. May be repeated for credit as topics change.

HONR 4404. HONORS INDEPENDENT STUDY. 4 Hours.

Independent study topics are arranged on an individual basis with permission of an instructor. Performance may be assessed by oral or written examination, research or review paper as arranged.

HONR 4435. HONORS SPECIAL TOPICS. 4 Hours.

Topics, format and prerequisites to be determined by faculty offering the course. May be repeated for credit as topics change.

HONR 4503. HONORS SPECIAL TOPICS. 5 Hours.

Topics, format, and prerequisites to be determined by faculty offering the courses. May be repeated for credit as topics change.

HONR 4504. HONORS INDEPENDENT STUDY. 5 Hours.

Independent study topics are arranged on an individual basis with permission of an instructor. Performance may be assessed by oral or written examination, research or review paper as arranged.

HONR 4535. HONORS SPECIAL TOPICS. 5 Hours.

Topics, format and prerequisites to be determined by faculty offering the course. May be repeated for credit as topics change.

Courses

HONR-BU 2303. HONORS SPECIAL TOPICS. 3 Hours.

Topics, format, and prerequisites to be determined by faculty offering the courses. May be repeated for credit as topics change.

HONR-BU 3304. SPECIAL TOPICS. 3 Hours.

Topics, format, and prerequisites to be determined by faculty offering the courses. May be repeated for credit as topics change.

HONR-BU 4303. ADVANCED SPECIAL TOPICS. 3 Hours.

Advanced special topics in Honors. May be repeated for credit as topics change.

HONR-BU 4311. LEADER AS COMMUNICATOR. 3 Hours.

Helps students excel in written and oral communication skills. Assignments include writing short papers, making oral presentations, and learning to critique one another. This course provides a perspective on leadership in formal organizations with emphasis on communication, exercising influence, decision-making, and conflict management. Prerequisite: Admission to the Goolsby Leadership Academy.

HONR-BU 4312. LEADER ETHICS. 3 Hours.

Addresses rule-based, consequential, and virtue ethics by examining intentions, actions, and consequences of individual behavior. The course emphasizes the development of character and personal integrity. Prerequisite: Admission to the Goolsby Leadership Academy or permission of the Goolsby Leadership Academy Director.

HONR-BU 4313. SENIOR EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP. 3 Hours.

Course consists of a series of lectures by executives who provide insight into their own unique leadership skills and development. Prerequisite: Admission to the Goolsby Leadership Academy.

HONR-BU 4314. GLOBAL MARKET PLACE. 3 Hours.

Designed to assist Goolsby Fellows to be competent in an intercultural world. The heart of the course is aimed at appreciating human diversity and variance. Prerequisite: Admission to the Goolsby Leadership Academy or permission of the Goolsby Leadership Academy Director.

HONR-BU 4315. EXECUTIVE INTERNSHIP. 3 Hours.

This internship experience places Goolsby Fellows in field settings with executives from the college's Advisory Council and other executive leaders in specialized areas for students. Prerequisite: Admission to the Goolsby Leadership Academy or permission of the Goolsby Leadership Academy Director.

HONR-BU 4394. HONORS SENIOR RESEARCH THESIS/CREATIVE PROJECT. 3 Hours.

A research thesis or creative project and oral presentation are required for the Honors degree. In consultation with the faculty thesis supervisor and the Honors Dean, a program of research and writing will be arranged. Planning for the Honors Thesis/Creative Project should begin early in the student's junior year. For more extensive projects additional credit may be earned. Full details for completing the Honors Research Thesis/Creative Project are provided on the Honors website, https://www.uta.edu/academics/schools-colleges/honors/academics/capstone-project. This course is reserved for departments and programs that do not list dedicated thesis courses in their inventories.

Courses

HONR-LA 1301. HONORS COMPOSITION I. 3 Hours.

Introduction to academic writing, with an emphasis research, synthesis of sources, and argumentation.

HONR-LA 1302. HONORS COMPOSITION II. 3 Hours.

A course in academic argumentation in which students learn how to conduct and organize research. The course typically focuses on a particular topic, which will vary by section and be interdisciplinary in nature. Successful completion satisfies the second-semester writing requirement. Prerequisite: membership in the Honors College.

HONR-LA 2300. SEMINAR. 3 Hours.

Team-taught interdisciplinary course that introduces knowledge and perspectives from the arts, sciences, and humanities. Designed around a theme of current or historical significance. Writing-intensive. Depending on topic, may meet the literature, fine arts/humanities or social/cultural studies requirement of the core curriculum (consult departmental advisor for details).

HONR-LA 2303. HONORS SPECIAL TOPICS. 3 Hours.

Topics, format, and prerequisites to be determined by faculty offering the courses. May be repeated for credit as topics change.

HONR-LA 2407. HONORS SPECIAL TOPICS WITH LAB. 4 Hours.

Topics, format, and prerequisites to be determined by faculty offering the courses. May be repeated for credit as topics change. Completion of lab required. Prerequisite: Membership in the Honors College; other requirements as determined by faculty teaching the course.

HONR-LA 3300. LIBERAL ARTS HONORS SEMINAR. 3 Hours.

Intensive small class lecture or seminar course addressing basic issues in various liberal arts disciplines. Topics will vary.

HONR-LA 3303. INDEPENDENT STUDY. 3 Hours.

Independent study topics are arranged on an individual basis. Performance may be assessed by oral or written examination, research or review paper as arranged.

HONR-LA 3304. SPECIAL TOPICS. 3 Hours.

Topics, format, and prerequisites to be determined by faculty offering the courses. May be repeated for credit as topics change.

HONR-LA 3310. POLITICAL & COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP. 3 Hours.

This course examines theories and concepts of leadership in political and community contexts, and processes by which power and authority are exercised to foster political change in one's community. Emphasis is placed on application to actual leadership situations.

HONR-LA 3404. HONORS SPECIAL TOPICS. 4 Hours.

Topics, format, and prerequisites to be determined by faculty offering the courses. May be repeated for credit as topics change.

HONR-LA 3407. HONORS SPECIAL TOPICS WITH LAB. 4 Hours.

Topics, format, and prerequisites to be determined by faculty offering the courses. May be repeated for credit as topics change. Completion of lab required. Prerequisite: Membership in the Honors College; other requirements as determined by faculty teaching the course.

HONR-LA 4303. ADVANCED SPECIAL TOPICS. 3 Hours.

Advanced special topics in Honors. May be repeated for credit as topics change.

HONR-LA 4407. HONORS SPECIAL TOPICS WITH LAB. 4 Hours.

Topics, format, and prerequisites to be determined by faculty offering the courses. May be repeated for credit as topics change. Completion of lab required. Prerequisite: Membership in the Honors College; other requirements as determined by faculty teaching the course.

Courses

HONR-NU 2203. HONORS SPECIAL TOPICS. 2 Hours.

Topics, format, and prerequisites to be determined by faculty offering the courses. May be repeated for credit as topics change.

HONR-NU 3504. HONORS SPECIAL TOPICS. 5 Hours.

Topics, format, and prerequisites to be determined by faculty offering the courses. May be repeated for credit as topics change.

HONR-NU 4203. ADVANCED SPECIAL TOPICS. 2 Hours.

Advanced special topics in Honors. May be repeated for credit as topics change.

HONR-NU 4303. ADVANCED SPECIAL TOPICS. 3 Hours.

Advanced special topics in Honors. May be repeated for credit as topics change.

HONR-NU 4403. HONORS SPECIAL TOPICS. 4 Hours.

Topics, format, and prerequisites to be determined by faculty offering the courses. May be repeated for credit as topics change.

HONR-NU 4503. HONORS SPECIAL TOPICS. 5 Hours.

Topics, format, and prerequisites to be determined by faculty offering the courses. May be repeated for credit as topics change.

Courses

HONR-VP 2103. SPECIAL TOPICS. 1 Hour.

Topics, format, and prerequisites to be determined by faculty offering the courses. May be repeated for credit as topics change.

HONR-VP 2300. SEMINAR. 3 Hours.

Team-taught interdisciplinary course that introduces knowledge and perspectives from the arts, sciences, and humanities. Designed around a theme of current or historical significance. Writing-intensive. Depending on topic, may meet the literature, fine arts/humanities or social/cultural studies requirement of the core curriculum (consult departmental advisor for details).

HONR-VP 2303. HONORS SPECIAL TOPICS. 3 Hours.

Topics, format, and prerequisites to be determined by faculty offering the courses. May be repeated for credit as topics change.

HONR-VP 3304. SPECIAL TOPICS. 3 Hours.

Topics, format, and prerequisites to be determined by faculty offering the courses. May be repeated for credit as topics change.

HONR-VP 4303. ADVANCED SPECIAL TOPICS. 3 Hours.

Advanced special topics in Honors. May be repeated for credit as topics change.

Courses

SVLN 2311. SEMINAR IN SERVICE LEARNING. 3 Hours.

Introduction to the history and practice of community service learning (CSL). Readings will include general accounts of active learning, the institutional history of CSL in higher education, and a comparative study of CSL programs across the country. Students will design and implement a CSL project based on their major, and in conjunction with an area nonprofit organization. Evaluation will be based on written work on both the readings and the CSL project.