General Studies

101 Adult Transitions. 4.
For CCE students in only their first term at Guilford College. The central focus of the course is to come to terms with problems as well as prospects involved in life changes. Reading autobiographies and writing autobiographical essays are a major means of working with these adult transitions. The course also includes the teaching of academic skills as needed and journaling. Fulfills FYE 101. For CCE students only.
105 Quaker Social Testimonies and Spiritual Roots. 2.
Introductory seminar for Quaker Studies concentration.
107 Introduction to Community Learning. 2.
Explores complex social issues related to community service. Students volunteer weekly at sites in the Greensboro community and connect their service, academic, and personal development via electronic portfolios. The course also serves as an orientation to the Bonner Scholars program; enrollment is limited to new Bonner Scholars. CR/NC.
110 Quantitative Literacy. 2.
This course covers quantitative reasoning and provides a general overview of quantitative methods, applied arithmetic, geometry and graphics, and algebra. Enrollment is limited to students who have not satisfied the Quantitative Literacy requirement. CR/NC. Fulfills quantitative literacy requirement.
111 Effective Writing. 4.
An ESL (English as a Second Language) version of English 101, this course is designed for non-native speakers who need to work on their writing skills. Students must earn a grade of at least C- to move on to ENGL 102.
115 Public Presentation (THEA 120). 4.
Introduction to the skills required for effective speaking within a public context. Includes basic instruction in Power Point digital presentations. Focus on research, organization, ethical communication, physical presence, and vocal delivery. Requires four speeches (introductory, informative, persuasive, and commemorative) and several observation exercises.
120 Learning Strategies. 1.
This course will focus on such topics as grade-point-average management, time management, learning style inventories, evaluation of learning skills and reading skills, staging the writing process, effective and efficient ways to memorize, taking notes, studying for tests, and taking responsibility for one's own education.
121 Mentor Program. 1.
This course assists first-year and transfer students in their adjustment to college life and provides each with a mentor for the first semester. Topics include, among others: management of time and stress, building relationships, preparing for exams, diversity, and selecting a major. CR/NC.
125 Leadership Seminar. 1.
A preparatory program for all student leaders. Students will explore different definitions and styles of leadership, diversity, and basic helping/communication skills and apply these concepts to future leadership roles. CR/NC

130 Introduction to Leadership for Social Change. 1.
Open to first- and second-year students. Focuses on assessing, defining, and understanding ourselves as potential change agents. Students will create an electronic portfolio to serve as a planning and reflection tool for their Guilford journey. CR/NC
200 Leadership Issues in Working for Change. 1.
Open to sophomores, juniors, or seniors completing a 2-4 credit internship for academic credit. Using their internship experiences as a focus, students explore models of effective leadership and issues of change in organizations. CR/NC
225 Medieval People. 1.
This course meets six times each semester. It is intended to provide a meeting of those interested in Medieval Studies in general, or in the Medieval / Early Modern Studies Concentration specifically. Various topics, usually featuring important medieval people, are discussed by a number of different faculty members and others.
255 Career and Life Planning. 1.
Examines career development through the life span, specifically focusing on the period of time between the beginning of college and entry into the work force. Topics include self-exploration, decision-making, the interrelationships between life roles and career choice, researching career possibilities, resumé writing, interviewing skills, and managing career and life transitions. Through a variety of learning approaches, students will actively facilitate their own and their classmates' career development. Pass/Fail. CR/NC.
256 Re-Careering: From Career to College to Career. 2.
Targeted to CCE students, this course addresses career development from the perspective of students who bring a work history to the classroom. Topics includes self-exploration, decision-making, the interrelationships between life roles and career choice, researching career possibilities, resumé writing, interviewing skills, and managing career and life transitions. The course will explore through discussion and role play such subjects as downsizing, family/career life balancing, economic trends, relocation, and the electronic job search.
400 Leadership for Social Change Seminar. 1.
Open to seniors. Focuses on integrating experiential and academic learning and preparing for the transition to the professional world. Students prepare a showcase portfolio to use in their job searches. Each student designs a culminating experience based on their needs and interests. CR/NC
405 Quaker Faith and Practice. 2.
450 Special Topics. 4.
May also be offered at the 250 and 350 levels.