MEDH 200 Introduction to Medical Humanities (3)

This class provides students with a generalized background into the interdisciplinary field of Medical Humanities. Through lectures, readings, films, projects and class discussions students will develop an understanding of and respect for the various ways scholars study and conceptualize human health and health experiences throughout time and space. As Medical Humanities draws from many fields, the course will explore a variety of scholarly perspectives, including history, philosophy, literary analysis, anthropology, sociology, psychology, and artistic presentation. Additionally, this course will endeavor to encourage and strengthen critical thinking and analytical skills in relation to, and across, these topics so that students are able to make meaningful interdisciplinary connections within both academic and non-academic settings.
Course Frequency: Fall and Spring