Lilly Courses with Ethics/Service Integration
Courses for 2002-2003
Biology 214. Bioterrorism
This introductory course examines the biology of microorganisms as agents of bioterrorism beginning with a historical perspective from ancient Greece to the present time. Among topics covered are the pathophysiology and epidemiology of selected microorganisms, genetic modification of these microorganisms, and the role of information mining (literature-based discovery) and bioinformatics in the war on bioterrorism. Topics include the use of microorganisms to contaminate the food, water, or air and measures protecting these resources. Non-lab course. Prerequisite: Biol 132 or permission of the instructor. (Credit, full course.) Palisano
Religion 353. Buddhism and the Environment
An investigation of Buddhist images, symbols, stories, doctrines, ethics, and practices as they relate to understanding the environment and humanity’s relationship with it. Classical texts as well as modern commentaries by Buddhist teachers, writers, and activists will be examined. (Credit, full course.) Brown
Biology 210. Ecology
A survey of the principles and applications of ecological science. Lecture covers the ecology of individuals, populations, communities, and ecosystems. Lab emphasizes field experimentation in the local environment. Prerequisites: Biology 131 or permission of instructor. A laboratory course. (Credit, full course.) Evans or Haskell
Forestry 314. Hydrology
Occurrence, movement, quality, and behavior of water in the hydrologic cycle with emphasis on surface and underground water. Includes techniques and problems of measurement and utilization. Prerequisite: Geology 121. Lectures, three hours; laboratory and field trips, three hours. (Credit, full course.) M. Knoll
Philosophy 213. Philosophical Issues in Christianity
An examination of recent philosophical work on a number of doctrines that are central to traditional Christian theology. Topics include, among others, the Trinity, the Incarnation, the Atonement, and the Resurrection, as well as the nature of God's goodness and its compatibility with the traditional doctrine of Hell, and the ethics of love.Credit not available if completed Philosophy 210. (Credit, full course.) Conn
Environmental Studies. Food for Thought
Participants in this program will explore the fields of ecology and sustainable agriculture through readings, writing assignments, discussions, hands-on learning in an organic garden, community life in a house dedicated to the program's themes, field trips, and service to the local community through work in a food bank. The program has three main themes: (i) analysis of the intersection between ecology and agriculture using key papers and books, (ii) practical explorations of agricultural and ethical issues, and (iii) development of a sense of place through involvement in the local ecological and human community. The program lasts ten weeks and is based in Sewanee. (8 credit hours) Haskell