Section Choices: Fresh Focus Fall 2003

C. Baube - Mentors: Jillian Barcroft, Liselle Bovell, Veer Chahwala, Russ Churchwell, Jennifer Iddings, Tommy Layman
G-219
TTH 12:30 – 1:15

Music, Television, Films and their Impact on Culture and Society (Section 2)
Students will study and discuss the impact of music, television, and films on culture and society.  A variety of music, television programs, and films representing contrasting viewpoints will be presented.  Readings and research using the Internet will be assigned.
Jim Bohart - Mentors: Kalia Beard, Josh Burr, Charity Pirkle, Emily Jill Sharitt
H-114
TTH 12:30 – 1:15

The Siege of Atlanta (Section 3)
Focus on Gen. William T. Sherman’s 1864 invasion of Georgia and ultimate capture of Atlanta from both a Northern and Southern perspective, the events that made invasion into Georgia possible, and the economics of the Confederacy.  Field trips to local battlefields, such as Kennesaw Mountain and Pickett’s Mill, and local attractions such as the Cyclorama will be included in the course requirements.
Bruce Hetherington – Mentors:
L-200
TTH 12:30 – 1:15

Stone Mountain: Its history and natural history (Section 4)
A chance to take a close look at Atlanta's distinctive geologic feature and the most visited Georgia State Park.  We will have study the history and natural history of Stone Mountain, including field trips.
John Cramer – Mentors: Dan Close, Ethan Horwitz, Rebecca Schiller.
R-116
TTH 12:30 – 1:15

From 'Wrestling' to 'Wrasslin':  The Development of Professional Wrestling in Twentieth Century America." (Section 5)
Professional wrestling, long confined to small arenas and smoky halls, exploded in the 1980's and 1990's to become a billion dollar industry.  This course will look at the emergence of this curious tradition from the carnival sideshows to the worlds of cable television and pay-per-view.  Students will split time with text, group discussion, video, guest speakers, and perhaps a field trip or two.
Tim Doyle – Mentors: Alex Magowitz, Hayden Willis, Ethan Winer, Sara Zipperer
H-206
TTH 12:30 – 1:15

Movies & Mental Illness (Section 6)
Films have great influence on how the general public views psychopathology. In this section we will watch five films that portray a particular psychopathology or issues surrounding treatment of mental illness. Discussions about diagnosis, impact of mental illness others, and treatment, will follow.
John Carton – Mentors: Kim Garbrow, Eric Hill,  Korinne Lassiter 
H-203
TTH 12:30 – 1:15

Leadership and Contemporary Moral Dilemmas (Section 7)
A great, or even merely a good, leader is one who possesses the intellectual capacity and moral character to respond decently and with integrity to questions of right and wrong.  In this section of Fresh Focus, we will examine some of the leading moral questions of contemporary public life, such as: Is "reproductive" or "therapeutic" cloning ever permissible?  Can we justly wage war?
Joe Knippenberg – Mentors: Catherine Lawler, Jenna Lea, Aaron Whitworth
H-105
TTH 12:30 – 1:15

Scene Stealers:  An intimate look at the Atlanta Theatre Scene (Section 8)
In this section we will venture off-campus, viewing and critiquing 7 current productions at some of Atlanta's hottest theatre venues.  Students enrolling in this section should clear their schedules to accommodate weekly field trips on Tuesday or Thursday evenings.
Lee Knippenberg – Mentors: Kat Barrett, Miriam Brown, Kim Edmiston, Marie Sutherland, Amy Tennihan
L-101
TTH 12:30 – 1:15.  This course has a $25 lab fee.

The Human Voice in Speech and Song (Section 9) (for University Singers)
An introduction to the basic anatomy of the human larynx and its use in the craft of speech and the art of singing.  Elements will include posture, breath pressure, phonation, diction and tone which will be applied in dramatic readings and simple vocal solos.  The class will include both observation of professional and amateur performers and personal application.
Irwin Ray – Mentors: Virginia Brown and Meredith McKay
Singers Room Emerson Student Center
TTH 11:30 – 12:15

Major Decisions: (Section 10)
Choosing a major is not the same as deciding on a career.  We'll use this first semester in college to explore the available options for majors at Oglethorpe.  We'll use a variety of techniques to help you narrow your focus and find a major that is a good fit.
Caroline R. Noyes – Mentors:Christina Crooks, La'trece Williams
H-100
TTH 12:30 – 1:15

Biology, Medicine and You (Section 11 also see Section 1)
Are you a pre-med student?  Do you plan to work in healthcare?  Are you looking forward to a career in one of the biological sciences?  If you say “yes” to any of these, this section is for you!  We will target strategies for gaining admission to medical school, graduate school, professional training programs and initial employment opportunities.  Career planning, advice from experts active in the field, support and ideas from upper-class students preparing to enter these programs and plenty of discussions on strategies for survival and success will be featured.
Dan Schadler - Mentors: Jillian Barcroft, Liselle Bovell, Veer Chahwala, Russ Churchwell, Jennifer Iddings, Tommy Layman
G-219
TTH 12:30 – 1:15 

Fresh Chess (Section 12)
What better way to begin one’s college career than with a class on chess, an excellent method for training for the mind while having fun at the same time? No previous knowledge of chess is required. The course will begin with an introduction to the rules and movement of pieces, followed by lessons on board vision, tactical maneuvers and basic strategy. Class sessions will also include brief lectures on such topics as chess history, computerized chess, women in chess, and chess in the movies.
Robert Steen – Mentors: Jean Massey, Robbie Reynolds
H-112
TTH 12:30 – 1:15

Where’s the Science in Science Fiction? (Section 13)
We will consider science fiction in each of its various manifestations – print, radio, film, TV, and internet.  We will use examples from both the “hard science fiction” genre, and those which are less scientifically plausible, with the goal of seeing how science is portrayed (or mis-portrayed) in each genre.  We will also consider how science fiction is influenced by, and in turn influences, the greater culture.
Mike Rulison - Mentors: Rebekah Hawes, Carliena Lender
DTh
TTH 12:30 – 1:15

All courses meet TTH 12:30 PM - 1:15PM, except for Section 9.