Multicultural America Literature addresses questions of cultural difference through analysis of contemporary hyphenated-American narratives by authors such as Toni Morrison and Jhumpa Lahiri. Students will examine how character choices and options are culturally shaped and socially bordered. Against the background of dominant white culture, students will explore the common ground among these cultures-conflicts between genders and generations as well as assimilation pressure. Students will also compare their own cultural identities with those represented in the narratives they analyze.

Viterbo University mission related topics offered on the basis of need, interest, or timeliness. Prerequisites as determined by the instructor. Restricted to students with freshman or sophomore standing. May be repeated for credit. For specific section description, click to the Section Details in VitNet. LDW

Independent reading and/or research under the guidance of a mission seminar faculty member. Refer to the academic policy section for independent study policy. Independent study contract is required. May be repeated for credit.

Students design individual plans of study in consultation with a MSCI faculty member. Designed for MSCI students who have excellent records in the department. Prerequisite: Department chair approval. Repeatable for a maximum of 3 credits.

TRIO 075 provides tailored assistance for TRIO students struggling with math concepts. Through personalized tutoring sessions and targeted practice exercises, participants will strengthen their foundational skills and boost their confidence in handling mathematical problems. The course aims to empower TRIO students to excel in their math courses and overcome any challenges they may face in mastering mathematical concepts. TRIO 075 is designed for TRIO students concurrently taking MATH 091, 112, 130, 155, or PSYC 223.

This course will ask TRIO students to consider their personal definition of success and consider how they can achieve academic success. Topics include mindset, resillience, change, deliberate practice, time management, stress management, and other related topics. The class format is a combination of lecture, small group activities, and discussion. Restricted to students with freshman or sophomore standing. Students must be in the TRIO program.

This course will ask TRIO pre-nursing students to consider their personal definition of success and consider how they can achieve academic success. Topics include adjustment issues, effective learning, growth mindset, challenge mindset, resilience, time management, goal setting, stress management, self-advocacy behaviors, and other related topics. The class format is a combination of lecture, small group activities, guest speakers, videos, and discussion. Restricted to pre-nursing students in the TRIO program.

This comprehensive course aims to equip TRIO students with essential skills and knowledge necessary for both academic and personal success throughout their college journey. Through a series of engaging activities, discussions, and hands-on experiences, students will be able to navigate campus resources effectively, leverage technology ethically to enhance their work, and develop proficiency in college-level reading, research, and writing.

This course will ask students to consider their personal definition of success and consider how they can achieve academic success. Topics include mindset, resillience, change, deliberate practice, time management, stress management, and other related topics. The class format is a combination of lecture, small group activities, and discussion. Restricted to students with freshman or sophomore standing.

The purpose of this course is to teach strategies that improve college-level reading and study skills. Students learn how to improve reading rate, textbook comprehension, and concentration. The class format is a combination of lecture, small-group activities, and in-class reading labs. Restricted to students with freshman or sophomore standing.