JINS 355 - Creativity in Arts and Sciences

An examination of creativity in which students will (1) examine creative contributions to society, including the work of Charles and Ray Eames, (2) investigate the conditions and the habits of thought, attitude, and behavior that enhance or inhibit creativity, (3) consider the ethical responsibilities of creators for their work, (4) apply what has been learned by completing a video project in one’s area of expertise, and (5) observe, reflect, and write on the process of applying theory to one’s own practices.

Prerequisite: Junior status.
Credits: 3 hours
NOTE: This course fulfills the Junior Interdisciplinary Writing-Enhanced Seminar Interconnecting Perspective of the Liberal Studies Program.
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
NOTE: This is a writing-enhanced course.