Science, Technology and Society Courses
Summer 2026
STS 497 - Science, Technology & Society
Topic - AI Systems & Ethics
LEC 850: Online Asynchronous
This course provides an introduction to modern artificial intelligence and machine learning systems and explores their ethics considerations and impact to society.
Fall 2026
STS 200 - Introduction to Studies in Science, Technology and Society
LEC 800: Online Synchronous
LEC A01: TR 11:00 - 12:20
This interdisciplinary course will examine the interrelations of science, technology, society and environment. To help students think critically about the roles that scientific and technological practices play in our life this course covers Science, Medicine, Art, Pop Culture, and more!
STS 210 - Environment, Science, Culture, and Values
LEC A01: TR 14:00 - 15:20
This course is an examination of the interrelations of human culture frameworks and environmental issues, emphasizing an interdisciplinary humanities and social sciences perspective.
STS 397 - Special Topics in Science, Technology and Society
Topic: Encountering STS Research
LEC A01: F 14:00 - 16:50
From mine-sniffing rats to photographing outer space to video games that self-destruct, students in this course will encounter a wide array of STS research topics, questions, methods and aims.
Winter 2027
STS 200 - Introduction to Studies in Science, Technology and Society
LEC 850: Online Synchronous
LEC B01: TR 9:30 - 10:50
This interdisciplinary course will examine the interrelations of science, technology, society and environment. To help students think critically about the roles that scientific and technological practices play in our life this course covers Science, Medicine, Art, Pop Culture, and more!
STS 397 - Special Topics in Science, Technology and Society
Topic: Retro Game Design
LEC B01: W 13:00 - 15:50
Retro Game Design is an experimental history and design course where students will play, study, and develop games that either are, or make use of, "retro" game design aesthetics and logic.
STS 497 - Advanced Special Topics in Science, Technology and Society
Topic: Science Communication
LEC A01: W 11:00 - 13:50
What does it mean to undertake science communication? This upper-level, seminar-style course examines different approaches to science communication through close readings, case studies, and hands-on experimentation.