AFST-20037 – Women, Culture, and Power in Africa
Miriam Kilimo, [email protected], The College of Wooster
How did women access political power in precolonial Africa? What role did African women play in liberation struggles? How are African women today agitating for increased political spaces? This course invites students to explore African women’s experiences in light of cultural, economic, and political transformations on the continent. Students will engage with African feminist thought and explore African women’s writing and histories. We will examine how the experiences of African women were influenced by forces such as colonialism, independence struggles, women’s movements, political activism, human rights discourses, development aid, among others. Throughout the course, we will see how African women have shaped their communities and cultivated spaces for agency, autonomy, and renewal amidst hegemonic cultural and political forces. [Expected enrollment: 10]

PSY 392 – Research Methods – cross cultural research in psychology
Dr. Nisma Merdad, [email protected], Effat University
Cross-cultural research is essential for understanding the diverse ways in which culture influences human behavior, beliefs, and interactions. This project explores various methodologies and approaches used in cross-cultural research, examining the implications of cultural context on psychological and social phenomena. Students will learn to critically analyze research findings and apply theoretical frameworks to understand behavior in diverse cultural settings. Students will be asked to design, implement and write a cross cultural research project in the field of psychology [Expected enrollment: 20-30]

PSY 352 – Abnormal Psychology-II – Cultural Influences on Child Behavior and Personality Development
Dr. Wizra Saeed, [email protected], Effat University
In this topic, students will explore various cultural factors that influence the development of children’s behavior and personality. The discussion will focus on how cultural differences shape issues such as screen time addiction, aggression, and impulsiveness, providing a comparative perspective across different societies. [Expected enrollment: 20-30]

MCOM415 Communication Campaign Design
Syed Muhammad Saqib Saleem, [email protected], Forman Christian College
Communication Campaign Design is an experiential learning course that explores the intersection of social media, communication campaigns, and digital advocacy. This course integrates social media theory, digital engagement strategies, and campaign design, focusing on how online platforms can be leveraged for behavior change, social good, and global impact. Students will critically analyze the role of social media in contemporary communication campaigns, exploring audience segmentation, digital mobilization, and persuasive messaging across different social platforms. Through hands-on assignments, they will learn to design and execute digital-first campaigns, applying principles of social media marketing, and community engagement to address global issues aligned with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). [Expected enrollment: 30]

GEOG 325 Political Geography
Khadija Shakrullah, [email protected], Forman Christian College
This course emphasized the contemporary study of global political systems, geopolitics, security, war, sovereignty, ethics, and identity politics. It will unravel the complexities of contemporary forms of violence, culture, electoral, and economy. Develop an understanding of basic concepts of Political Geography like State, Nation, Nation State, Frontier, Boundaries, Core, and Capital. To analyze different systems of government. Understand the concept of Geopolitics and the post-Cold War changes. recognize the changes in contemporary international relations Critically assess modern geopolitical challenges such as climate change, migration, resource conflicts, and international diplomacy from a spatial perspective. [Expected enrollment: 15 to 20]

GEOG 222 Globalization- Introduction
Khadija Shakrullah, [email protected], Forman Christian College
The objective of this course is to develop awareness about the concept of Globalization, evolution, its impact, and the future of Globalization. The various components of globalization are thoroughly explored in this course, which looks at its historical foundations, economic aspects, cultural effects, and social ramifications. Globalization is an intricate and interrelated phenomenon that extends beyond national boundaries, impacting multiple facets of our modern world. Students will thoroughly grasp globalization and its consequences on economies, societies, and individuals through case studies, theoretical frameworks, and real-world experiences [Expected enrollment: 18-20]

ACCT408 – Auditing Principles and procedures
Dr. Alaa Alqudah, [email protected], Effat University
This course is an introduction to the auditing profession. Its primary emphasis is the auditor’s decision-making process and the auditor’s professional ethics and responsibility. Concepts, standards, and procedures used to audit the financial statements and operations of a business organization are featured in the class. Students will be given opportunities to determine the nature and amount of evidence an auditor should accumulate, the objectives to be achieved in each audit area, the circumstances of engagement, and the decisions to be made related to evidence collection and evaluation. Topics include financial statement auditing, computerized auditing, statistical sampling, and risk assessment. [Expected enrollment: 16]

ACCT 202 – Managerial Accounting
Dr. Muhammad Yar Khan, [email protected], Effat University
Managerial accounting is concerned with providing information to managers for use within the organization. Managerial accounting is a company’s internal language, and is used for decision-making, production management, product design and pricing, marketing, and for motivating and evaluating employees. This course stresses the use of information in making business decisions. Main topics include general price level adjusted financial statements, analysis of financial statements, cost accounting systems, cost-volume-profit analysis, cost-revenue analysis, efficiency analysis, product pricing, investment decisions, and capacity utilization. [Expected enrollment: 25]

IDES 371 Advanced Digital Product Design (UI/UX)
Mirhan Abouelfadl, [email protected], Effat University
This course introduces students to the principles and practices of digital product design, focusing on both user experience (UX) and user interface (UI) design. Through interactive lesson content and hands-on projects; a combination of theory lectures, practical projects, and software training, students will explore the processes of designing intuitive, user-centered digital products. Topics include user research, wireframing, prototyping, usability testing, and interaction design. Emphasis will be placed on creating accessible and aesthetically pleasing designs that meet user needs and align with business goals. By the end of the course, students will develop a comprehensive understanding of the UI/UX design process, and they will (1) gain hands-on experience with industry-standard tools (field visits to companies), and (2) produce a portfolio-ready digital product functional prototype (mobile application/ website). [Expected enrollment: 10]

PROD 362 – Professional Practices in Product Design
Mirhan Abouelfadl, [email protected], Effat University
This junior-level course prepares students for the professional landscape of industrial design by exploring the diverse structures, standards, responsibilities, and practices required in the field. Topics include portfolio design, crowdfunding, agile management, freelancing, and navigating the business aspects of design. The course emphasizes the importance of multi-disciplinary collaboration for bringing products to market, building a business centered on design expertise, and understanding processes for product development, as well as creating compelling presentations and writing design proposals with a focus on contracts, agreements, billing structures, and business procedures. Additionally, students will explore how crowdfunding can be leveraged to finance and promote innovative product ideas. Through case studies, guest lectures, personalized instruction, guided supervision, and real-world simulations, students will develop practical knowledge and skills, demonstrated through exams, assignments, and hands-on projects. [Expected enrollment: 10]

ECON 323 Digital Economics
Abdul Jalil Khan , [email protected], Forman Christian College
This course focuses on the deep analysis of markets, valuation of factors of production, changing nature of work and consumption patterns in the digital era, role of big data and data industry in the economies, revamping of monetary theory during the age of digital economics, especially in the presence of both crypto and platform-based currencies in addition to rising growth and advancement of fintech. It will also prob the scenarios of the creative economy within the context of prospective economic growth where each economy has to compete in a globalized world for the sustainability of economic growth during the process of digital transformation. [Expected enrollment: 30]

HSP-1003 Introduction to Tourism
Juan-Carlos Valdivieso, [email protected], Universidad San Francisco de Quito
The course covers the general theoretical foundations of tourism as a social, economic, and cultural phenomenon. It includes an analysis of tourism and its supporting systems, service production, and complementary activities as the basis for further studies in planning, organization, and marketing. It examines global tourism trends and their influence on the development of different destinations. It analyzes the socio-cultural, economic, and environmental impacts of tourism. It introduces the concept of sustainable tourism and competitiveness in the tourism industry. This course is complemented with experiential exercises. [Expected enrollment: 20]

GD 4747 – Branding Ecosystems
Melina Constantinides, [email protected], The American College of Greece
This course aims to show students how to use their conceptual thinking and design skills for the creation of identity and branding solutions that best communicate the essence and philosophy of a company, an organization or a product. How people perceive and experience brands will be examined. During this course the different stages of the brand creation will be analyzed: research, strategy, design, implementation. The course has an integrated approach to branding in all its applications and physical packaging. [Expected enrollment: 10]

ADM 3004 1 Negocios Internacionales/ Intl. Business
Laura Páliz, [email protected], San Francisco de Quito University – Ecuador
The International Business class prepares students for the global marketplace by examining current issues impacting business management. It covers political, economic, legal, cultural, and ethical dimensions through case studies and local company analysis. Key topics include globalization, trade agreements, foreign investment, and the monetary system. Students gain practical experience by developing import/export plans and creating podcasts, applying classroom learning to real-world scenarios. The class emphasizes methodology, critical thinking, and ethical responsibility, encouraging students to form their own business criteria for future endeavors. [Expected enrollment: 25]

NRC 1070 or NRC 1071 International Business
Laura Páliz, [email protected], San Francisco de Quito University – Ecuador
The International Business class prepares students to understand the entire world as a potential marketplace. And this leads us to manage current issues on all aspects that influence business management. In the class we analyze the case studies we have in the texts and we also investigate all the cases of local companies that are engaged in importing and exporting. We focus on topics such as globalization, culture, political, economic and legal systems. We study regional groups and trade treaties in the world. We analyze ethical issues and responsibility towards the environment and people. We deal with foreign investment, the global monetary system and many other issues. For the final exam we focus on developing an import and export plan that allows them to research and apply practical learning from cases that the students could implement in real life. We also make a podcast in which they elaborate a specific case that brings together several of the topics we have seen in class. The objective is to take the students to practice while they are studying the subject so that they can consult the methodology we teach them and they can also incorporate their own criteria of what could be their business activity in the short term. [Expected enrollment: 10]

ARHS 116 Introduction to African Art
Katherine Calvin, [email protected], Kenyon College
As an introduction to African art, this course examines the diversity of visual and material culture created on the continent and throughout the diaspora. We will consider art and architectural traditions from north and south of the Sahara, as well as the circulation and influence of African art beyond the continent. The course is currently organized into four roughly chronological sections: antiquity and early kingdoms; early modern trade and exchange; masquerade and sculpture; modern and contemporary arts. [Expected enrollment: 30]

CINA 117 – FUNDAMENTALS OF CINEMATOGRAPHY
Mustafa Yousry, [email protected], Effat University
Fundamentals of cinematography course is an introduction to the knowledge of the art and craft of motion picture cinematography. Through lectures and screenings, students will recognize the aesthetics of cinematography and learn the cinematographer’s role and tools of creative image creation. The course includes hands-on instruction and exercises regarding the effective use of camera, basic grip, and lighting equipment. Students are required to develop a term portfolio that presents the outcome of their final course work in the motion picture cinematography. [Expected enrollment: 20]

ENGL-175 Critical Thinking and Reading
Saud Hanif, [email protected], Forman Christian College
This foundational course serves as an introduction to a wide range of methods for literary, critical and textual reading. This course aims to provide the students with a set of interpretive tools which they can use to analyze, evaluate and question written and visual texts in English classes and beyond. One of the unique features is that the course includes practice of critical dream reading with multiple exercises on students’ own dreams. This module is effective in developing the skill of unfolding symbols. This course has a special emphasis on developing close reading and critical analysis of the text through close reading. Emphasis will be on speed reading, previewing, skimming, scanning, brainstorming and developing extensive reading habits in the students. In the end, this course requires students to submit argumentative papers featuring their analysis of any written or visual text. [Expected enrollment: 25-30]

302-Fiqh (Islamic Jurisprudence)
Saeed Ahmad, [email protected], Forman Christian College
Building on the classical foundations of Fiqh, like the Islamic legal system, its history, and foundations, this course explores Muslim-Christian and Muslim-Jewish relations through legal, social, political, economic, and theological perspectives. Particular emphasis will be placed on how Islamic legal thought has addressed issues of coexistence, conflict, cooperation, and moral responsibility in relation to the People of the Book (Ahl al-Kitāb). Through close textual analysis and discussion, the course examines how Fiqh has historically informed—and continues to influence—Muslim approaches to interfaith engagement and life in pluralistic societies. An important aspect of the course is its engagement with contemporary secular perspectives on metaphysical and ethical concerns. Students will investigate how Fiqh conceptualizes the afterlife, divine justice, and the moral duties of the living, not only in personal or spiritual terms but also with communal responsibility and legal justice in this world and the next. [Expected enrollment: 15-20]

LING495 – Research Methods in Linguistics
Adeel Khalid, [email protected], Forman Christian College
Research methods in linguistics prepares students for their final thesis. It covers methods of linguistic analysis, appropriate research questions in linguistics, as well as data- collection techniques. In addition, students learn how to create literature reviews, how to use a linguistic theoretical framework in their data description, and how to organize and draft a linguistic research paper. This course also addresses ethical concerns in linguistic research as well as IRB processes. [Expected enrollment: 10]

SEMN/CHIN/RELG270: In Search of the Supernatural
Leihua Weng, [email protected], Kalamazoo College
This course investigates how myth and folklore interact with social, ethical, and political themes in Chinese classical texts. It examines concepts such as transformation, trickster figures, filial piety, and gender dynamics, as well as how supernatural narratives address human concerns such as justice, morality, and the afterlife. [Expected enrollment: 20]

ENVR/PHYS 151 Introduction to Sources of Energy and Environment
Sumaira Akram, [email protected], Forman Christian College
This course is intended to introduce students to the basic concepts of energy, connection between energy use and sustainability, how current energy use is contributing to global climate change, the difference between renewable and non-renewable energy sources, how to identify and distinguish between different forms of renewable energy, and understand the advantages and disadvantages of different renewable energy sources which are of vital importance for a sustainable future. [Expected enrollment: 25-30]

STAT 321 – PROBABILISTIC METHODS IN ENGINEERING
Omar Kittaneh, [email protected], Effat University
The course consists of 9 full units that will introduce you to the basics of probability and statistics which are important to you as engineers. The topics include the Basic Concepts of Probability Theory, Random Variables, Expectations, Special Discrete Random Variables such as Discrete Uniform, Bernoulli, Binomial, Poisson, Geometric, and Hypergeometric, and Continuous Random Variables such as Continuous Uniform, Normal, Exponential, and brief introduction to Weibull, Jointly and Conditionally Distributed Random Variables, Sums of Random Variables. Some Useful Inequalities such as Markov and Chebyshev, the Weak Law of Large Numbers, and the Central Limit Theorem. Normal and Poisson Approximations to Binomial Distribution. Point Estimation, which includes, the Method of Moments and Maximum Likelihood Estimations. Some Fundamental Sampling Distributions such as the Sample Mean and Sample Proportion. Statistical Inference which includes Confidence Intervals and Hypothesis Testing for the Single Population Mean and Proportion. Finally, the course introduces Simple Linear and Nonlinear Regression. [Expected enrollment: 30]

CSCS 202: Computational Linear Algebra
Gul E Mehak, [email protected], Forman Christian College
Much of the code that computers use relies on the concepts of linear algebra to operate. Matrices are simply an easy way to represent large amounts of information, which is extremely appealing for data storage and retrieval. Most sophisticated programs are being designed to function using matrices for this reason. This course introduces concepts that are crucial to many areas of Computer Science, including computer graphics, image processing and computer vision.  Topics include matrices, vectors, vector spaces, linear independence, linear transformations, eigenvalues & eigenvectors, solution of system of linear systems and singular value decomposition.
[Expected enrollment: 25 to 30]

BIOL 415 Food Microbiology and Safety
Muhammad Bilal Sadiq, [email protected], Forman Christian College
This course explores the fundamentals of food microbiology, focusing on the role of microorganisms in food production, preservation, and safety. Students will learn about microbial cellular structures, identification, growth kinetics, and metabolism. The course also covers probiotics, prebiotics, and synbiotics, along with microbial techniques for food preservation. Emphasis is placed on food safety, quality control, and the principles of Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) systems. By the end of this course, students will gain essential knowledge to assess and manage microbiological risks in food, ensuring consumer health and compliance with safety regulations. [Expected enrollment: 25]

MATH 101, Pre-Calculus and Trigonometry
Sabah Iqbal, [email protected], Forman Christian College
This is a general education course for Mathematics. Course content include the following: fundamentals, solution of equations and inequalities, lines, functions, linear and quadratic functions, polynomial and rational functions, operations on functions, inverse functions, synthetic division, remainder and factor theorem, partial fractions, exponential, logarithmic and trigonometric functions, trigonometric identities, solution of right and oblique triangles. Upon successful completion of this course, the students will be able: To understand the main ideas, they need to know to start calculus; To be able to understand the various kinds of functions based on diverse properties etc. [Expected enrollment: 20 to 25]

CSCS 201 Multivariate Calculus
Sabah Iqbal, [email protected], Forman Christian College
This course explores multivariable calculus, extending key concepts from single-variable calculus to functions of two and three variables. Topics include multivariable functions, limits, continuity, partial derivatives, the chain rule, multiple integrals with applications, vector-valued functions, and line integrals. Fundamental theorems such as Green’s, Stokes’, and Gauss’s are introduced. Students will develop analytical skills to interpret multivariable concepts in their respective fields. The course enhances understanding of differentiation and integration in multiple dimensions, fostering independent learning. By the end, students will be proficient in solving problems involving multivariable functions and appreciate their applications across various disciplines. [Expected enrollment: 15 to 20]

SPAN 120: Beginning Spanish II
Barbara D. Riess, [email protected], Allegheny College
A study that stresses the spoken language while continuing to introduce more complex structural grammatical patterns of Spanish. It furthers the acquisition of vocabulary and basic communication skills. Students continue to develop basic cultural awareness through the study of selected Spanish-speaking countries and authentic cultural materials. [Expected enrollment: 18]

EDUC 340 – Early Childhood Education
Ammar Husnain Khan, [email protected], Forman Christian College
This course provides an introduction to the field of Early Childhood Education (ECE), focusing on the principles, theories, and practices that support the development and learning of young children. It explores the historical and contemporary perspectives of ECE, the role of educators, and the importance of play-based learning, curriculum development, and family engagement. This course serves as a foundation for students pursuing careers in early childhood education, teaching, child psychology, or related fields. Students’ will also see first-hand how ECE instructors plan and execute their lessons, what are the challenges and rewards of being a part of the ECE environment [Expected enrollment: 20-25]

Disruptive Innovations in Health and Medicine
Anwar Abdelnaser, [email protected], The American University in Cairo
This course takes students on an exciting journey through groundbreaking innovations transforming medicine and healthcare. From artificial intelligence (AI) that enhances diagnostics to personalized medicine tailored to individual patients, we will explore the technologies reshaping healthcare today and tomorrow. Students will engage with real-world case studies, dynamic discussions, and hands-on activities to critically evaluate the benefits and challenges of these disruptive advancements. Throughout the course, we will also explore the ethical and societal implications of these innovations, helping students develop a well-rounded perspective on the future of healthcare. [Expected enrollment: 20]

PHRM 312 PHARMACOLOGY & THERAPEUTICS-IIA (Drugs Acting on the Central Nervous System)
Dr. Laiba Arshad, [email protected], Forman Christian College
This course explores the biological mechanisms underlying the actions and effects of various pharmacological agents that act on the central nervous system (CNS). Students will examine both therapeutic and recreational drugs, including sedatives, anxiolytics, antidepressants, antipsychotics, and opioid analgesics. The course will also cover drugs used to treat neurological disorders such as epilepsy, Parkinson’s disease, and other neurodegenerative conditions. Additionally, the effects of psychoactive substances, including legal and illegal stimulants, opioids, and therapeutic gases will also be included. Special attention will be given to the mechanisms of addiction, tolerance, and dependence, as well as the clinical application of CNS drugs in anesthesia and pain management. Through this course, students will gain an in-depth understanding of how these drugs influence brain function, behavior, and disease treatment. [Expected enrollment: 20-30]

ARCH 150 Computer-Aided Architectural Design -1
Dr. Ahmed Refaat, [email protected], Effat University
This course builds students’ skills of computer-aided architectural design systems using AutoCAD software. The course benefits from the basic principles of architectural drawing taught in previous architectural design studios. The course topics include drawing set-ups and layouts, drawing tools to help draft geometric shapes, editing tools, adding text and dimensions, and other commands leading to produce an architectural technical drawing. The course helps students in enhancing their computation skills to produce technically clear 2D and orthogonal drawings including plans, elevations, sections, axonometric, isometrics, diametric/oblique, and exploded drawings through computer presentations and rendering techniques. [Expected enrollment: 20]