Simon Fraser University
Engaging the World

Course Outlines

Fall 2023 - HUM 101W D100

Introduction to Global Humanities (3)

Class Number: 4187

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Sep 6 – Dec 5, 2023: Mon, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

    Oct 10, 2023: Tue, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

  • Exam Times + Location:

    Dec 15, 2023
    Fri, 3:30–6:30 p.m.
    Burnaby

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

An introduction to issues and concepts central to the study of the humanities around the world. Through exposure to primary materials drawn from different periods, disciplines, and regions, students will become acquainted with a range of topics and ideas relating to the study of human values and human experience. Students with credit for HUM 101 may not take this course for further credit. Writing/Breadth-Humanities.

COURSE DETAILS:



This course has two main objectives. The first is to introduce students to some of the key texts and ideas in the humanities. The overarching theme centres on what has become a contested idea today and this is the notion of masculinity. The second objective, because this course has a "W" or "Writing Intensive" designation, is to introduce or re-introduce students to the art of writing. Accordingly, we will review the key components of the essay such as the thesis statement, introduction, conclusion, effective referencing, how to avoid academic dishonesty and so forth.  

Grading

  • Essay 1 (2-3 pages) 15%
  • Essay 2 (4-6 pages) 20%
  • Essay 3 (7-9 pages) 30%
  • Class participation and protocol 15%
  • Presentation 20%

NOTES:

This course counts towards the lower division requirements for students in a Humanities major or minor program as well as the concentration in Public Engagement and Intellectual Culture.

Materials

REQUIRED READING:

  • Stephen Mitchell, Bhagavad Gita: A New Translation, ISBN-13: ‎ 978-0609810347 
  • Sophocles, The Three Theban Plays: Antigone, Oedipus the King, Oedipus at Colonus, ISBN-13: ‎ 978-0140444254 
  • Plato, The Republic, ISBN-13: ‎ 978-0140455113 
  • Marcus Aurelius, Meditations, ISBN-13: ‎ 978-0140449334 
  • Niccolo Machiavelli, The Prince, ISBN-13: ‎ 978-0140449150 
  • Ernst Jünger, Storm of Steel, ISBN-13: ‎ 978-0141186917 

REQUIRED READING NOTES:

Your personalized Course Material list, including digital and physical textbooks, are available through the SFU Bookstore website by simply entering your Computing ID at: shop.sfu.ca/course-materials/my-personalized-course-materials.

Registrar Notes:

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS

SFU’s Academic Integrity website http://www.sfu.ca/students/academicintegrity.html is filled with information on what is meant by academic dishonesty, where you can find resources to help with your studies and the consequences of cheating. Check out the site for more information and videos that help explain the issues in plain English.

Each student is responsible for his or her conduct as it affects the university community. Academic dishonesty, in whatever form, is ultimately destructive of the values of the university. Furthermore, it is unfair and discouraging to the majority of students who pursue their studies honestly. Scholarly integrity is required of all members of the university. http://www.sfu.ca/policies/gazette/student/s10-01.html

RELIGIOUS ACCOMMODATION

Students with a faith background who may need accommodations during the semester are encouraged to assess their needs as soon as possible and review the Multifaith religious accommodations website. The page outlines ways they begin working toward an accommodation and ensure solutions can be reached in a timely fashion.