Descriptions of Intermediate Learning Communities

Students may fulfill the Intermediate Learning Community requirement through successfully completing a two-unit ILC, a one-unit (team-taught) ILC, or a semester or summer session abroad in a Wagner-approved program in which a grade of C or higher is earned in two concurrent courses.

Students should plan ahead with their advisor to fulfill the ILC requirement before the fall semester of their junior year. There are generally more options of ILCs in spring semesters. Students are welcome to take multiple ILCs.

Students are required to take both courses in a two-unit ILC, during the same semester. Additionally, students should select ILCs that do not include any courses they have already taken. For example, a student who has previously taken SPC 103 should not try to register for an ILC combining a unit of SPC 103 with a unit of FI 201.

A one-unit (team-taught) ILC is a cross-listed course that fulfills the ILC requirement. Students who enroll in a one-unit ILC must choose to earn credit for one of the two courses. For example, a one-unit ILC incorporating SPC 252 and SO 300 allows the student to earn one unit of Speech or one unit of Sociology, not both. Students may not earn a unit for a course that is cross-listed with a course they have already taken. This applies whether or not the previous course was a stand-alone course or was cross-listed in a one-unit ILC.

As with all other cross-listed courses, a one-unit ILC has a shared maximum enrollment. If one of the disciplines appears to be full, a student may enroll as long as there are open spots in another discipline for that cross-listed course. For example, HI 239 is offered as a team-taught ILC with PS 239. If HI 239 is listed on myWagner as having an enrollment of 16 out of 16 while PS 239 is listed as having an enrollment of 12 out of 14, a student could register for HI 239. After the student registers, HI 239 would be listed as having an enrollment of 17 out of 17, and PS 239 as 12 out of 13.

Fall 2024 ILCs

 

This learning community exposes students to the workings of the governmental and political processes in Washington, DC. Through internship assignments, classroom instruction, and directed readings and research, students will develop a greater appreciation of the policy-making process. The courses are offered in Washington, DC (each course is a 2-unit course), and registration is by permission of the instructor.

 

GOV 395-IL – Washington Internship – Kraus

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GOV 396-IL – Dynamics of American Government – Kraus

Cap: 30

This learning community, intended for nursing majors, looks at the cellular nutrition of eukaryotes (humans) vs. the nutrition of prokaryotes (bacteria). It also covers the similarities and differences in the structure, function and role of carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, vitamins and trace elements in humans and bacteria. Finally, it looks at the immunological aspects of nutrition across the human life span compared to the immunological aspects in disease prevention. Students must be registered for NR224-IL or NR224-HL. Every effort should be made to take both courses and the lab in the same semester.

 

NR 224-IL – Nutrition & Health – Walley – M/W 8:00 – 9:30 am (Key Skills: L)

NR 224-HL – Nutrition & Health – Walley – M/W 8:00 – 9:30 am (Key Skills: L)

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MI 200 (any section) Microbiology

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MI 200L (any section) Microbiology Lab

Cap: 30

This team-taught ILC (Moynagh and Urbanc) focuses on the lived experiences of women in contemporary French literature and film. Readings include novels and memoirs, supplemented by essays and films. Topics include girlhood, sexual initiation, motherhood, reproduction rights, and the continued struggle for liberation.

 

EN 351/FR351 – French Women Writers in English Translation – Urbanc – T/TH 11:20 am – 12:50 pm (Key skills: H, RR, U, WW)

GOV 375 – Feminist Film – Moynagh – T/TH 11:20 am -12:50 pm (Key skills: RR, S, UU, WC)

Cap: 18

In this 2-unit ILC, students will delve into the intersectionality of social work and theater, examining how storytelling, role-playing, and performance can be powerful tools for understanding and addressing social issues. Through a combination of theoretical discussions, practical exercises, and hands-on projects, students will explore various topics such as social justice, community engagement, advocacy, and personal narratives.

The ILC will encourage students to develop a deep understanding of the social and emotional dynamics that shape individuals and communities. They will learn how to use theater techniques to foster empathy, challenge stereotypes, and promote social inclusion. Students will also explore the ethical considerations and responsibilities of incorporating social work principles into theatrical productions.

 

SW 211 – Social Work Practice with Individuals and Families – Clark – M 6:00-9:00 pm (Key skills: UU, WC, O)

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TH 106 – Introduction to Acting – Donnelly – MW 11:20 am -12:50 pm (Key skills: CC, O)

Prerequisites for Business 211 are waived for this ILC.

Cap: 30

In this ILC, students will enrich their understanding of contemporary domestic business by comparing and contrasting issues facing international business today with issues that faced American business as it developed historically. The ILC will explore the history of U.S. business as American society moves from a preindustrial to an industrial to a post-industrial society, and examine from a global perspective how current global trends affect various cultural, environmental, economic, political, and operational factors of organizations operating across international borders. Students interested in a range of professional goals–law, business, history, sociology, politics, internationalization, environmental issues, journalism, global issues—will find this knowledge and intercultural understanding valuable in today’s global environment.

The course examines how various cultural, environmental, economic, political and operational factors affect the management of organizations operating across national borders. Through the study of historical and current business practices, this course will emphasize the following skill sets that are vital to succeed in higher education and in the workforce: critical thinking, strategic planning, and effective writing and oral presentations. As our world shifts from local to global interests, we have all become increasingly aware of the need for sophisticated skills that range beyond the demands of specific career areas no matter how well-focused. Thus, the primary goal is to equip you with the cultural awareness that is an essential complement to your chosen career courses.

BU 211 – International Business – LaRocca – MW 1-2:30 pm (Key skills: U, WC)
SO 325 – Economic Sociology – Esser – MW 1-2:30 pm (Key skills: S, L, R)

Previous Semesters

Winter & Spring 2024 Intermediate Learning Communities

Summer & Fall 20203 Intermediate Learning Communities

Winter & Spring 2023 Intermediate Learning Communities

Fall 2022 Intermediate Learning Communities

Winter & Spring 2022 Intermediate Learning Communities

Summer & Fall 2021 Intermediate Learning Communities

Winter 2020 & Spring 2021 Intermediate Learning Communities

Summer & Fall 2020 Intermediate Learning Communities

Spring 2020 Intermediate Learning Communities

Fall 2019 Intermediate Learning Communities

Spring 2019 Intermediate Learning Communities

Fall 2018 Intermediate Learning Communities

Spring 2018 Intermediate Learning Communities

Fall 2017 Intermediate Learning Communities

Spring 2017 Intermediate Learning Communities

 

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