Honors Classes

ARH101 Art from Prehistory Through Middle Ages 3 Credits

History of art from the Paleolithic period through the Middle Ages. Prerequisites: None.

Course Notes: ARH101 is recommended for majors in the AAFA-ART.

General Education Designations: Historical Awareness [H], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU]
Class Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructor Availability
17203
Dobson Campus

AC 1

In Person
Lecture
09/05/2023 - 12/15/2023

Fall Flex Start

TuTh
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM

Lindsey Pedersen

Open

9 of 20
Seats Available

Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session. Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

All textbook and course materials available at no or low cost (<$40) - may include OER (Open Educational Resources).

Honors Program Only

ASB223 Buried Cities and Lost Tribes: New World 3 Credits

Introduction to archaeology through discoveries and the researchers who made them. Emphasis on methods of archaeological fieldwork and what these discoveries reveal about humanity, including the nature of archaeological inquiry, the development of human social groups, the changing role of religion in evolving societies, the origins of agriculture, the origins of settled life ways, the rise of cities and complex societies, political strife across different cultures and the forces which fragment societies. Examples drawn from North America, Central America, and South America. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Global Awareness [G], Historical Awareness [H], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
Class Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructor Availability
18766
Dobson Campus

SC 19

In Person
Lecture
08/22/2023 - 12/15/2023

Fall

TuTh
1:30 PM - 2:45 PM

Kirk Costion

Open

9 of 20
Seats Available

Notes: Honors Program Only

ASM104 Bones, Stones, and Human Evolution 4 Credits

Study of human evolution and variation; including fossil hominids and their tools, primate anatomy and behavior, human genetics, and the environment and human biology. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB], Natural Sciences General [SG]
Class Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructor Availability
20145
Dobson Campus

SC 29

In Person
Lecture/Lab
08/21/2023 - 12/15/2023

Fall

MoWe
1:30 PM - 3:45 PM

Annalisa Alvrus

Open

10 of 20
Seats Available

Notes: Honors Program Only

CFS112 Personal Growth and Family Relations 3 Credits

Personal development as related to the individual, the family, and their relations. Emphasis on interpersonal family relationships. Skills and techniques to facilitate and strengthen the individual and family relationships. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
Class Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructor Availability
19529

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
08/21/2023 - 10/13/2023

Fall

Ann Marie Marino

Closed

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

All textbook and course materials available at no or low cost (<$40) - may include OER (Open Educational Resources).

Class 19529 Students may contact instructor at: ann.marino@mesacc.edu

Honors Program Only

CIS105 Survey of Computer Information Systems 3 Credits

Overview of computer technology, concepts, terminology, and the role of computers in business and society. Discussion of social and ethical issues related to computers. Use of word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software. Includes uses of application software and the Internet for efficient and effective problem solving. Exploration of relevant emerging technologies. Prerequisites: None.

Course Notes: CIS105 is a lecture course with computers demonstrations and open lab assignments. CIS105 uses Windows-based computers to cover word processing, presentation, spreadsheet and database management software. Includes overview of computer technology, concepts, terminology and the role of computers in business and society. Discussion of social and ethical issues related to computers and exploration of relevant emerging technologies. Knowledge or basic features of Windows and ability to type 30 WPM recommended. CIS105 uses Microsoft Office 2016 or 2019 and either Windows 7, 8, or 10 software. Chromebooks and iPads are not supported. Students require access to a PC and/or Mac to complete coursework.

General Education Designations: Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application [CS]
Class Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructor Availability
17264
Dobson Campus

BA 13

Hybrid
Lecture/Lab
08/22/2023 - 12/15/2023

Fall

Tu
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Miriam Lierley

Open

4 of 20
Seats Available

Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session. Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

All textbook and course materials available at no or low cost (<$40) - may include OER (Open Educational Resources).

This class is a Zero-Textbook-Cost Course, also known as a "Z Class." You will have access to class materials online without having to purchase a textbook.

Class 17264 Students may contact instructor at: miriam.lierley@mesacc.edu

Honors Program Only

COM225 Public Speaking 3 Credits

Designed to enhance the student's ability to present public speeches confidently and competently. Also designed to improve information literacy and critical thinking skills.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or equivalent.

General Education Designations: Literacy & Critical Inquiry [L]
Class Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructor Availability
18377
Dobson Campus

AC 1N

In Person
Lecture
08/21/2023 - 12/15/2023

Fall

MoWe
12:00 PM - 1:15 PM

Layne Goodman

Closed

Notes: Honors Program Only

Class 18377 Students may contact instructor at layne.goodman@mesacc.edu.

COM230 Small Group Communication 3 Credits

Principles and processes of small groups and development of skills for participation and leadership in small group settings. Practice in problem solving, decision making, and information sharing. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
Class Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructor Availability
18611
Red Mountain Campus

RDM-S S281

In Person
Lecture
08/21/2023 - 12/15/2023

Fall

MoWe
11:00 AM - 12:15 PM

Puvana Ganesan

Closed

Notes: Honors Program Only

Class 18611 Students may contact instructor at puvana.ganesan@mesacc.edu

COM263 Elements of Intercultural Communication 3 Credits

Diverse cultural contexts are explored through basic concepts, principles, and theories of intercultural communication. Discovering effective interaction and appropriate communication in a global community is emphasized.

Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Global Awareness [G], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
Class Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructor Availability
18364

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
10/16/2023 - 12/15/2023

Fall Flex Start

Christine Beckman

Open

13 of 20
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 18364 Students may contact instructor at: christine.beckman@mesacc.edu

All textbook and course materials available at no or low cost (<$40) - may include OER (Open Educational Resources).

This class is a Zero-Textbook-Cost Course, also known as a "Z Class." You will have access to class materials online without having to purchase a textbook.

Honors Program Only

CPD102AH Stress Management 3 Credits

Reviews the sources of stress, the physiological effects and the psychological impact of stress on the individual. Provides strategies to manage and reduce stress. Helps students develop and understand behaviors to create a healthy balance in their lives by studying the biological, psychological, physiological, and social aspects of stress and wellness.

Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
Class Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructor Availability
34041

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
08/21/2023 - 12/15/2023

Fall

Sonia Esposito

Closed

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Honors Program Only

Class 34041 Students may contact instructor at: sonia.esposito@mesacc.edu

DAH100 Introduction to Dance 3 Credits

Overview of the field of dance focusing on origins, historical development, and cultural characteristics of the various styles of dance. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU]
Class Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructor Availability
18653

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
09/05/2023 - 12/15/2023

Fall Flex Start

Jennifer Seigle

Open

7 of 20
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 18653 Students may contact instructor at: jennifer.seigle@mesacc.edu

Honors Program Only

ECN212 Microeconomic Principles 3 Credits

Microeconomic analysis including the theory of consumer choice, price determination, resource allocation and income distribution. Includes non-competitive market structures such as monopoly and oligopoly; and the effects of government regulation. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
Class Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructor Availability
18309

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
08/21/2023 - 12/15/2023

Fall

Debbie Henney

Open

12 of 25
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Honors Program Only

Class 18309 Students may contact instructor at: debra.henney@mesacc.edu

EDU292 The Art of Storytelling 3 Credits

Explore the art and origin of storytelling. Provide a variety of storytelling techniques, styles and exercises to enhance the delivery of telling stories. Assist in the integration and application of storytelling to the learning environment in the classroom. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU]
Class Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructor Availability
17464

Live Online

Live Online
Lecture
09/05/2023 - 12/15/2023

Fall Flex Start

Tu
1:30 PM - 2:45 PM

Beth Alsen

Open

14 of 20
Seats Available

Notes: Live Online classes have sessions that meet online on specific days and times. Attendance in these sessions will be at the discretion of the instructor, and additional work will be required on the student’s own time. Access to a computer or mobile device with Internet connection is required. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

All textbook and course materials available at no or low cost (<$40) - may include OER (Open Educational Resources).

Honors Program Only

Class 17464 Students may contact instructor at: beth.alsen@mesacc.edu

ENG101 First-Year Composition 3 Credits

Emphasis on rhetoric and composition with a focus on expository writing and understanding writing as a process. Establishing effective college-level writing strategies through four or more writing projects comprising at least 3,000 words in total.

Prerequisites: Writing test score or (C or better in ENG091 or ESL097or WAC101) or (B or better in ALT100) or (ALT100 & Corequisites: ENG101LL or ENG107LL or WAC101 or ENG100A+) or (ESL202 & Corequisites: ENG101LL or ENG107LL or WAC101 or ENG100A+).

Course Notes: Due to the possibility of last-minute schedule changes, students are encouraged to attend the first class meeting before purchasing the textbook.

General Education Designations: First-Year Composition [FYC]
Class Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructor Availability
17504
Dobson Campus

LA 7N

In Person
Lecture
08/21/2023 - 12/15/2023

Fall

MoWe
9:00 AM - 10:15 AM

Mary Aldridge

Closed

Notes: Class 17504: Honors Program only. Please contact the Honors Office at 480-461-7079 for more information to register.

19088
Red Mountain Campus

RDM-V V122

In Person
Lecture
08/22/2023 - 12/15/2023

Fall

TuTh
9:30 AM - 10:45 AM

Elizabeth Simpson

Open

5 of 18
Seats Available

Notes: All textbook and course materials available at no or low cost (<$40) - may include OER (Open Educational Resources).

Honors Program Only

HES100 Healthful Living 3 Credits

Health and wellness and their application to an optimal life style. Explores current topics of interest such as stress management, nutrition, fitness, and environmental health. Evaluates common risk factors associated with modern lifestyles. Prerequisites: None.

Course Notes: HES100 is required for the Personal Training Certificate.

General Education Designations: Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
Class Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructor Availability
17598
Dobson Campus

HW 851

Hybrid
Lecture
08/23/2023 - 12/15/2023

Fall

We
12:00 PM - 1:15 PM

Sharon McLaughlin

Open

12 of 18
Seats Available

Notes: Honors Program Only

HUM205 Introduction to Cinema 3 Credits

Survey of the history and development of the art of motion pictures, including criticism of aesthetic and technical elements. Prerequisites: None.

Course Notes: Students in this class will be provided an Adobe Creative Cloud account tied to their MEID username, for home use on PC or Mac computers (smartphone or tablet mobile devices are not supported) during the duration of this course. Students should review the minimum configuration requirements to run Adobe CC on their personal device at:

https://helpx.adobe.com/creative-cloud/system-requirements.html. Your instructor will provide login directions on the first day of class.

General Education Designations: Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU]
Class Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructor Availability
18504

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
08/21/2023 - 12/15/2023

Fall

Mary Aldridge

Open

4 of 20
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 18504 Students may contact instructor at: mary.aldridge@mesacc.edu

Honors Program Only

PHI212 Contemporary Moral Issues 3 Credits

Philosophical consideration of such moral issues as civil disobedience, preferential treatment, abortion, privacy, sexual morality, and poverty and hunger. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU]
Class Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructor Availability
18881
Dobson Campus

BP 3N

In Person
Lecture
08/22/2023 - 12/15/2023

Fall

TuTh
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM

Dave Yount

Open

6 of 10
Seats Available

Notes: Honors Program Only

All textbook and course materials available at no or low cost (<$40) - may include OER (Open Educational Resources).

PSY101 Introduction to Psychology 3 Credits

Overview of the study and methods of psychological science. Includes an introduction to subfields such as biopsychology, learning, memory, development, social, and psychological disorders.

Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
Class Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructor Availability
18213
Dobson Campus

BP 9

In Person
Lecture
08/21/2023 - 12/15/2023

Fall

MoWe
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM

Suzy Horton

Open

3 of 20
Seats Available

Notes: Honors Program Only

Class 18213 Honors students are required to register for PSY 102 #18233.

Class Fee: $15.00

18219
Red Mountain Campus

RDM-DW DW131

In Person
Lecture
08/22/2023 - 12/15/2023

Fall

TuTh
11:00 AM - 12:15 PM

Sonia Morales-Jones

Open

9 of 20
Seats Available

Notes: Honors Program Only

Class 18219 Honors students are required to register for PSY 102.

Class Fee: $15.00

PSY102 Introduction to Psychology Lab 1 Credits

Optional laboratory designed to accompany PSY101. Application of psychological principles in areas such as learning, memory, emotion, motivation, cognition, language, development, personality, and intelligence.

Prerequisites or Corequisites: PSY101 or permission of instructor.

Class Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructor Availability
18233

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lab
09/05/2023 - 12/15/2023

Fall Flex Start

Suzy Horton

Closed

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 18233 Students may contact instructor at: suzy.horton@mesacc.edu

Recommended for PSY101 students. Attend orientation during first two weeks of class.

Honors Program Only

Class Fee: $15.00

PSY132 Psychology and Culture 3 Credits

Presents current knowledge about human diversity in behavior and culture using examples from a variety of contexts within western and global societies. Highlights topics in cross-cultural psychology, such as intergroup relations, diverse cognitive styles, ethnocentrism, gender, personality, emotion, language, communication, work and health. The role of enculturation throughout the lifespan will be explored to increase awareness of how behavioral and cognitive principles affect interactions in a multicultural world. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Global Awareness [G], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
Class Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructor Availability
18235
Dobson Campus

AD 3S

In Person
Lecture
08/21/2023 - 12/15/2023

Fall

MoWe
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM

Christina Ahles

Open

9 of 20
Seats Available

Notes: Honors Program Only

REL100 World Religions 3 Credits

The development of various religions from the prehistoric to modern times. Political, economic, social and geographic relationships among world religions. Consideration of both Eastern and Western religions. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Global Awareness [G], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU]
Class Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructor Availability
18090
Dobson Campus

BP 1N

In Person
Lecture
08/22/2023 - 12/15/2023

Fall

TuTh
9:00 AM - 10:15 AM

Keith "Kefir" Crudup

Closed

Notes: Honors Program Only

REL203 American Indian Religions 3 Credits

An examination of the historical and cultural background of diverse life ways and worldviews belonging to the peoples indigenous to the North American continent over time, including a study of modern day American Indian beliefs and practices.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or equivalent.

General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU], Literacy & Critical Inquiry [L]
Class Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructor Availability
18088

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
08/21/2023 - 12/15/2023

Fall

Elizabeth Ursic

Open

10 of 20
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 18088 Students may contact instructor at: elizabeth.ursic@mesacc.edu

Honors Program Only

SOC101 Introduction to Sociology 3 Credits

The systematic study of social behavior and human groups, particularly the influence of culture, socialization, social structure, stratification, social institutions, differentiation by region, race, ethnicity, sex/gender, age, class, and socio/cultural change upon people's attitudes and behaviors. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
Class Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructor Availability
17426
Red Mountain Campus

RDM-DW DW226

In Person
Lecture
08/21/2023 - 12/15/2023

Fall

MoWe
9:30 AM - 10:45 AM

Rod Golden

Open

6 of 20
Seats Available

Notes: All textbook and course materials available at no or low cost (<$40) - may include OER (Open Educational Resources).

Honors Program Only

SUS110 Sustainable World 3 Credits

Introduction to the field of sustainability and exploration of the interaction between human and natural global systems. Framework for analyzing and investigating the global challenges such as land use change, competition for water and other natural resources, and renewable energy concerns and crises. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
Class Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructor Availability
19343

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
09/05/2023 - 12/15/2023

Fall Flex Start

Brigitte Bavousett

Open

16 of 20
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Honors Program Only

Class 19343 Students may contact instructor at: brigitte.bavousett@mesacc.edu

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