ANSO 322: Prisoners and Detainees: Race, Citizenship, and the Law
Francisco Villegas, [email protected], Kalamazoo College
This course examines the ways laws and imprisonment have become means to discipline bodies imagined as dangerous, disposable, and detrimental to the state, in short, non-citizens. It specifically merges two social processes that define non-citizenship –the prison industrial complex and deportability- as mechanisms that actively prohibit entry into the space of belonging for those who are illegalized and strips citizenship from those who are criminalized. We will analyze illegalization and criminalization as social, political, and cultural processes that function to police, discipline, distinguish, and re/form the “other”. [Expected enrollment: 20]

Cognitive Psychology (PSYC306)
Ninad Patwardhan, [email protected], FLAME University, Pune
Cognitive psychology course focuses on various covert processes, such as perception, attention, memory, language comprehension, reasoning and decision-making, and problem solving. It delves into various theories and principles of cognition and emerging areas, such as cognitive neuroscience and artificial intelligence. The course aims at helping students critically examine research in cognitive psychology, develop ideas for conducting experiments, and apply the knowledge in various domains of life. [Expected enrollment: 26]

PLSC 301:Ancient, Medieval and Early Modern Political Theory
Shehzadi Zamurrad Awan, [email protected], Forman Christian College
This course introduces students to the foundations of Western political thought from Ancient Greece through the early modern period. By engaging with major political theorists such as Socrates, Plato, Aristotle, Machiavelli, Hobbes, Locke, and Rousseau, students examine enduring debates on justice, sovereignty, citizenship, freedom, and the ideal state. The course emphasizes critical reading and comparative analysis of political ideas across historical contexts, highlighting their relevance to contemporary governance and political challenges. Through interactive lectures, discussions, and applied activities, students develop analytical skills to connect classical political theory with modern questions of power, rights, and political order in diverse societies. [Expected enrollment: 20-25]

AP 5001 Fundamentals of Psychology Science
Chrysanthi Nega, [email protected], The American College of Greece
This foundational course introduces psychology as a natural science through real-world applications. Students connect core theories and research to everyday behaviour, learning, well-being, and decision-making, using examples such as attention, memory successes and failures, reinforcement and habit change, intelligence in practice, and social influence. By the end, students will be able to evaluate major psychological perspectives through applied scenarios; link nervous system and brain structures to functions (e.g., emotion regulation, language, executive control); explain sensory and perceptual processes and common biases; and apply theories of consciousness, learning, memory, and intelligence to practical problems like studying effectively and assessing performance claims. [Expected enrollment: 10]

Hist 345: History of the Indian Ocean
Royce Novak, [email protected], Kenyon College
Long before Columbus crossed the Atlantic Ocean, peoples residing along the shores of the Indian Ocean had already established an extensive maritime network that linked the civilizations of India, China, Southeast Asia, the Middle East and East Africa. For centuries, the volume and wealth of Indian Ocean trade exceeded that of any other region, and it was in hopes of gaining access to this commercial zone that Europeans embarked on their voyages of “discovery.” This seminar course treats the Indian Ocean region as a site of premodern globalization and explores the wide-ranging cultural and economic exchanges that occurred across it during successive eras of regional, Muslim and European dominance from the 17th to the 19th centuries, before its decline. Toward the end of the course, we explore recent historical scholarship that focuses on modern networks of labor, pilgrimage, kinship and ideas across the Indian Ocean, and questions whether this zone of exchange and interconnection did indeed decline in the era of 19th-century European dominance. [Expected enrollment: 12]

GWS 210: Human Trafficking
Susan Vdovichenko, [email protected], Washington & Jefferson College
Human trafficking affects every country in the world, whether as an origin country, a destination country, or a transit country – or sometimes, all three. In this course, we will examine the scope of the problem, look at global conditions that allow for it to thrive, search for an understanding for its underlying causes and consequences, look at what policies are being implemented to combat the issue, and most importantly, gain a greater understanding of ourselves and our responsibilities as global citizens. [Expected enrollment: 25]

SOCL 445 Sociology of South Asia
Shamaila Athar, [email protected], Forman Christian College
This course explores the cultures and societies of South Asia to develop a comparative understanding of contemporary social issues. It examines shared historical experiences, cultural heritage, colonial legacies, and the impact of global and transnational forces on social, political, and economic structures across the region. At the same time, it values diversity and differences within South Asian societies as sources of learning. By adopting a regional perspective, students learn to interpret local social trends and challenges comparatively, enabling them to critically analyze social problems and think about context-specific, culturally informed solutions. [Expected enrollment: 15]

SOCL 350 Sociology of Development
Athar Azeem, [email protected], Forman Christian College
This course offers an in-depth sociological examination of development, focusing on key theories, models, and real-world experiences across different regions. It introduces major perspectives on development and underdevelopment, including Marxist, feminist, modernization, and dependency approaches, and critically evaluates development policies and aid programs. The course explores how development processes shape economies, cultures, political systems, health, education, gender relations, and the environment. Through comparative analysis of global case studies, students gain the ability to assess the benefits and limitations of development interventions and develop a nuanced understanding of development as a complex, multidimensional process. [Expected enrollment: 25]

Public Policy 300 Global Ethics
Mary Ryan, [email protected], Washington & Jefferson College
Global ethics is an examination of ethical issues in public policy in an international context. Application of the principles of moral theory to such issues as the obligations of richer nations toward poorer ones, cultural and other forms of relativism, care ethics, artificial intelligence, nationalism, war, deterrence, intervention, environmental degradation, preservation of natural diversity, and responsibilities toward future generations. [Expected enrollment: 14]

BUS 476 International Business Management
Glenn Bryan, [email protected], Ohio Wesleyan University
Students explore the fundamentals of international business and management in a global environment. This course covers concepts related to the international macro-environment, business and national cultures, cross culture communication and negotiations, multinational strategies, and global operations management. A unique perspective of the course is its focus on “Doing Business in…” various regions and nations of the world. More than focusing just on business, this course present business as a positive promoter of nation economic development and creating opportunities for emerging economies. [Expected enrollment: 20-25]

COM 2301 Digital Media in the Age of AI
Abderrahim Agnaou, [email protected], Al Akhawayn University in Ifrane
This course provides a thorough exploration of the evolving landscape of digital media literacy, with a particular focus on the ethical challenges brought about by advancements in Artificial Intelligence (AI). Students will examine the intersection of technology, media, and ethics through focused readings and hands-on activities. The course covers a wide range of topics, including misinformation, privacy, digital citizenship, synthetic media, and the growing concerns around algorithmic bias, AdSense, identity theft, deepfakes, and media manipulation. A special focus will be placed on the role of AI in content creation and dissemination, which raises complex legal and ethical questions around accountability, consent, and the boundaries of free speech. Students will explore the dangers posed by these technologies, including their impact on public trust and the far-reaching implications for journalism, law enforcement, and other fields that rely on visual evidence. The course will also analyze the role of AI in shaping political discourse and its potential influence on elections, considering how digital media technologies may distort or amplify certain messages. By the end of the course, students will be equipped with the tools and knowledge to navigate the ethical dimensions of digital media and contribute meaningfully to discussions on AI’s role in shaping the future of communication. [Expected enrollment: 20]

Hist 345: History of the Indian Ocean
Royce Novak, [email protected], Kenyon College
Long before Columbus crossed the Atlantic Ocean, peoples residing along the shores of the Indian Ocean had already established an extensive maritime network that linked the civilizations of India, China, Southeast Asia, the Middle East and East Africa. For centuries, the volume and wealth of Indian Ocean trade exceeded that of any other region, and it was in hopes of gaining access to this commercial zone that Europeans embarked on their voyages of “discovery.” This seminar course treats the Indian Ocean region as a site of premodern globalization and explores the wide-ranging cultural and economic exchanges that occurred across it during successive eras of regional, Muslim and European dominance from the 17th to the 19th centuries, before its decline. Toward the end of the course, we explore recent historical scholarship that focuses on modern networks of labor, pilgrimage, kinship and ideas across the Indian Ocean, and questions whether this zone of exchange and interconnection did indeed decline in the era of 19th-century European dominance. [Expected enrollment: 12]

WRCM 102 Writing and Communication
Rehana John, [email protected], Forman Christian College University
The course aims to develop students’ critical and analytical skills with a strong emphasis on academic research and writing. It focuses on understanding primary and secondary sources, selecting and refining research topics, formulating effective thesis statements, writing literature reviews, identifying research gaps, and producing academic papers using appropriate research tools and citation styles. I believe this program would significantly enhance my teaching practice and contribute to meaningful academic exchange. The course also promotes active learning through ice-breaking activities, classroom discussions, student participation, group work, and presentations, fostering a collaborative and engaging academic environment. [Expected enrollment: 20-30]

GENG 132 Academic Writing
Pakenam Shiha, [email protected], Effat University
In this course, students will write clear, well-structured detailed texts on a wide range of subjects related to their personal experiences and interests. Also, students will have the opportunity to develop their reading skills such as identifying, making inferences, and synthesizing. They will also be able to enhance the thinking skills needed to process academic texts concerned with research-based articles and essays. Students will be expected to comprehend complex information and ideas through listening intently to listening material. They will learn to engage with abstract concepts on a wide range of topics and produce presentations, talks and debates on various areas. [Expected enrollment: ]

BIO203 Plant Biology
Silvia Piccinelli, [email protected], Franklin University Switzerland
This course introduces the biology of higher plants through the study of their diversity, structure, growth, and function. Students develop practical skills in plant identification and observation through hands-on and project-based activities. The course combines foundational concepts in plant biology with active learning, field, and laboratory experiences. Particular emphasis is placed on understanding plant growth in relation to environmental conditions, including an introduction to dendroecological concepts and field sampling approaches. [Expected enrollment: 24 max]

GD 3111 History of Graphic Design
Marina Emmanouil, [email protected], The American College of Greece
The course engages the students in the historical developments of Graphic Design as a medium of communication during the last centuries and helps them understand Graphic Design, as it exists today. It examines design within the artistic, socio-cultural, and technological contexts. Through the examination of the work of innovative and influential designers the students will gain a historical perspective of the evolution of Graphic Design and will understand its contribution to the broader fields of communication and culture. [Expected enrollment: 15]

DESN 371 – Photography for Designers
Salman Asghar, [email protected], Effat University
This course introduces students to the principles and practices of photography as a visual communication tool within product and design contexts, with a strong emphasis on global visual storytelling and intercultural exchange. Students develop technical and creative skills in composition, lighting, perspective, and photographic narrative to effectively document and present design concepts, products, and user experiences. The course integrates traditional photographic techniques with contemporary digital workflows, including image editing and AI-assisted enhancement, enabling students to produce professional-quality visual content. Through collaboration with international partner students, participants engage in cross-cultural visual documentation projects, comparing how products, materials, environments, and everyday design solutions are represented across different cultural and geographic contexts. This globally connected experience strengthens students’ ability to communicate design ideas visually for diverse audiences, enhances intercultural understanding, and prepares them to create compelling photographic portfolios relevant to international design practice. [Expected enrollment: 15-20]

ESEM 150 II – Neo-colonialism
Womai Song, [email protected], Earlham College
Since the end of formal colonialism in many parts of the world, the concept of neo-colonialism has emerged central in the debate over the multi forms of dependences of former colonies and the overbearing interference of “developed” nations in their respective former colonies and/or “new spaces”. This undergraduate first year seminar explores the historical foundations and hegemonic webs of entanglements that characterize the relationship between the Western countries and their erstwhile colonies and/or spheres of influence in Africa, Asia, South America, and the Caribbean Islands. In the context of the colonial past, it critically examines how the processes and institutions of world systems affect stakeholders in relation to power, wealth, culture, and privilege. It also investigates the role of nationals, agencies, and institutions in sustaining this complicated, nuanced, and highly impacting politico-socio-economic symbiosis of the 21st-century world. Through interdisciplinary analysis and drawing examples from across the globe, students will deconstruct neo-colonialism under major topics including theories, concepts, and meaning of neo-colonialism; its origins and evolution; agents; its manifestation in the spheres of politics, education, languages, development aid, the media, development programs, human rights, religion, tourism, values, and globalization; accommodation and resistance; implications; and combating strategies. In the context of content analysis, the course provides students the critical and analytical tools with which to assess cross-cultural/national relations in the third millennium. [Expected enrollment: ]

EDUC 355: Teaching of English
Syed Muhammad Jaffer Hassan Gardezi, [email protected], Forman Christian College
This course focuses on the pedagogy of teaching English Language in elementary and middle school classrooms. It equips prospective teachers with the knowledge and skills to design effective lesson plans that integrate reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Emphasis is placed on instructional strategies, text selection, vocabulary development, comprehension instruction, assessment, and classroom discourse, with purposeful use of children’s literature. Through hands-on practice, students learn to plan, implement, and evaluate developmentally appropriate, inclusive English lessons that support language development and critical thinking. [Expected enrollment: 15-20]

EDU 205 The Role of Geography in Conflict and Resolution
David Ryan Bunting, [email protected], Washington and Jefferson College
This course is designed for the curious. It is for students curious about geography, teaching, and conflict and resolution. Future classroom teachers who may be teaching a course in geography, or are interested in integrating geography into their curriculum, students with a curiosity or interest in learning more about teaching, learning about geography, and/or learning about conflict and resolution are welcome. Students will: 1) Research and study the role of conflict and community in geographical regions around the world; 2) Determine the direct and indirect impact of geography, colonialism, and/or America’s role in past and present conflicts; 3) Research how conflicts impact people and communities, and how these conflicts are taught, or not taught in schools and curriculum today. [Expected enrollment: less than 30 students]

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]

Architectural History II
Cristina Bueno, [email protected], Universidad San Francisco de Quito
This course examines the development of modern architecture from the Industrial Revolution onwards, considering its socio-political, cultural, and economic implications. It also addresses earlier movements that helped shape architectural transformations during the first half of the twentieth century (1900–1950). Particular attention is given to the diverse and often complex ways in which modernity was experienced in the Global South, with a special focus on South America. [Expected enrollment: 25]

GSEM 201 Research, Innovation, and Intellectual Property
Asmaa Ibrahim, [email protected], Effat University
This course introduces students to the concepts, tools, and skills needed to conduct scientific research in architecture and urban design. Students are introduced to the various research methods and designs. They learn how to prepare research objectives, rationale, and testable hypotheses based on a familiarity with relevant scholarly and professional literature, along with a general plan for the collection and analysis of data to achieve the research objectives. The course also includes training in library use, archival research, online and electronic searching, print resources, and the basics of textual theory, bibliographical scholarship, and editorial practice. [Expected enrollment: 20 in each semester]