What does Imagination, Creativity and Expression mean?

By examining artistic and creative traditions from around the world and throughout history, we enrich our appreciation of both the work and the culture that produced it. Theater, literature, and visual art offer unique glimpses into the lives of others, helping us to recognize common themes and valuable differences in the human experience. Critically examining these works helps us hone the skills of observation and analysis. Interacting with different kinds of texts requires that we develop and apply appropriate criteria to make informed judgments. Perhaps most importantly, studying the arts gives us tools to represent and understand our experience, and inspires us to express ourselves more imaginatively. This theme provides a unique lens with which to view almost any real-world problem, including such issues as global climate change, the local food movement, the link between poverty and health. Work in this theme aligns with the following majors/minors: Studio Art, Anthropology, Film Studies, Theater, Music, English Literature, Creative Writing, Modern and Classical Languages, Media Arts, and Dance.

General Education Courses

GLI Fellows should plan to take at least 3 General Education courses that relate to their Theme and Topic. For courses that address the issues of Imagination, Creativity and Expression, please consult the list below.

Elective Courses

If Fellows are unable to find General Education courses that meet their needs, elective courses may also be used. For elective courses that address the issues of Imagination, Creativity and Expression, please consult the list below.