Cool courses to squeeze into your class schedule

Flipping through IU’s huge course bulletin can be a totally overwhelming experience. With everything from astronomy and rowing and human sexuality and 16th century poetry, planning a schedule for one semester (let alone four years) can seem impossible. If you do have time to explore a bit, though, these cool classes have become IU favorites.

MUS-Z 401: History of the Beatles
Professor Glenn Gass teaches this favorite solely on the legendary group. The class focuses on a song-by-song look and aims to heighten students’ listening skills and increase appreciation for the popular music.

HPER-E 109: Ballroom and Social Dance
This class teaches the basics of dance. Last year, several classes combined to perform an end-of-the-semester flash mob at the Sample Gates, dancing to “Firework” by Katy Perry and “Opposites Attract” by Paula Abdul.

COLL-X 112: Traditions and Cultures of IU
This online class can teach you everything you need to know about your new home. You can learn all about the University’s history, landmarks and treasures and impress your friends.

HPER-E 100: Experience in Physical Activity
This class offers a wide variety of topics ranging from Techniques of Stress Reduction (a class in meditation) to Brazilian Jujitsu (IU has one of the largest academic martial arts programs in the country). They’re all only one credit hour, so they’re a nice way to break up your schedule and try something different.

HPER-F 255: Human Sexuality
You’ve probably never been able to take a class that discusses sexuality as directly and openly as this. Take advantage of this opportunity to answer all your secret questions and get informed.

MUS-Z 301: Rock Music of the ’70s and ’80s
Professor Andy Hollinden teaches this course on the history of rock ’n’ roll. He also puts on a Rock History Night concert at the end of every semester at The Bluebird Nightclub.