College Seminar (105-7-25)

Topic

From Ordinary to Extraordinary: Narratives of Tran

Instructors

Michele Nicole Zugnoni

Meeting Info

University Library 3670: Mon, Wed 12:30PM - 1:50PM

Overview of class

Embark on a captivating exploration of heroic journeys, including your own journey into Northwestern University. In this course, we'll examine timeless tales, classic to contemporary. From ancient legends like the epic of Gilgamesh to modern bestselling novels, our journey will traverse cultures and millennia. We'll analyze cinematic masterpieces from studios like Marvel, Disney and Universal, watching as heroes embark on epic quests that inspire and captivate. Through immersive discussions, written analyses, and interactive activities, we'll unravel the archetypal stages of the hero's journey - from the call to adventure to the ultimate showdown with destiny.

More than an academic pursuit, this seminar is a call to adventure, an invitation to embark on your own heroic odyssey. In this course, you'll craft your own hero's journey narrative, exploring themes of courage, resilience, and personal growth as they apply to your journey into college. The hero's journey you create will become a time capsule - your professor will email it back to you in four years so you can relive the heroic journey you took during your first quarter at Northwestern.

Class Attributes

WCAS College Seminar