Interdisciplinary Studies (ISC)

ISC 105. Introduction to Interdisciplinary Studies. 3 Credits.

This course introduces the theories, essential concepts, and methods of interdisciplinary studies. Students will learn the value of understanding a topic through multiple lenses and how to synthesize these perspectives to solve problems, pursue truth, develop new interpretations, and produce original academic work. In addition, the outcomes of the Interdisciplinary Studies program will be explained, and career planning will be addressed. Prerequisites: ENG 101 (or corequisite).

ISC 120. Community Service Learning Initiative. 3 Credits.

This course invites students to connect with their community and explore the diverse needs and experiences of others. Through hands-on civic engagement and service-learning projects, students will develop their communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Over the course of 30 hours of community-based service, students will bridge classroom learning to lived experiences. Projects may include partnering with local organizations or community groups and will encourage ethical reasoning, empathy, leadership, and civic responsibility. Prerequisites: ENG 098, FYE 101, RDG 098, or placement.

ISC 220. The Interdisciplinary Capstone. 3 Credits.

The purpose of this course is to have students experience scholarship and research as an interdisciplinary, social enterprise. Students will explore and improve their critical thinking, analysis and argumentation skills. They will strive to become stronger independent thinkers and to investigate subjects of interest within their field of study. Students will integrate different disciplinary perspectives and knowledge gained through their prior coursework to explore global, national and local social issues. The course is inquiry based and draws upon the diverse skills and resources of students and faculty to create a student-driven, interdisciplinary course experience. Prerequisites: Enrollment in the IDS or IDSH program, ENG 102, one behavioral social science elective, completion of 45 credits, or permission of the dean. Spring.

ISC 225. Professional Internship. 1-9 Credit.

This course offers students an opportunity to enhance their academic studies with work related to their chosen field of study. It involves a partnership among MWCC, the student, and an employer. Participants may need to submit to a CORI (Criminal Offender Record Information) check prior to placement. Prerequisites: Permission of the department chairperson and dean, GPA of 2.5 or better, and a minimum of 24 earned credits.