Courses

This seminar course takes a global perspective on ethics as a philosophical exploration of self within different cultural contexts. Students will begin by identifying their own ideas of personal character and ethics, then consider pluralistic ideas of character and ethics both in their communities and globally. Particular attention will be paid to different cultural contexts and disparate social outcomes. Additionally, this course integrates embedded student success coaching, introduces interconnected core concepts of Information Literacy through embedded library support, and offers structured opportunities for exploring students to deeply consider and make purposeful decisions about major selection through embedded academic advising. Fulfills International (IR) gen ed requirements and the First Experience (FE) attribute.

3110 sections are designed for students needing upper division credits.

This seminar course examines the growing role of artificial intelligence (AI) in decision-making and the ethical considerations surrounding it. Students will learn how to identify biases, make better decisions, and critically analyze situations as they apply an interdisciplinary approach to understanding the cultural and societal impacts of AI technology and consider significant questions about representation and equality. Additionally, this course includes student success coaching, librarian instruction related to information literacy, and opportunities to learn about career paths relevant to the social sciences through career coaching and virtual shadowing. Fulfills Social and Behavioral Sciences (BF) and Diversity (DV) gen ed requirements and the First Experience (FE) attribute.

In this course, students will consider the social implications of technology through a unique blend of research, creative expression, and reflection on the ethical complexities raised by artificial intelligence (AI). Students will investigate historical contexts of technological development and the impacts on different communities, considering the cultural and social impacts of AI technology with respect to representation and access. The course culminates in a research-based creative symposium project, allowing students to communicate their insights through diverse artistic mediums. Additionally, this course integrates embedded student success coaching, library support, academic advising, and career coaching. Fulfills Humanities (HF) and Diversity (DV) gen ed requirements and the First Experience (FE) attribute.

Through a unique blend of research, creative expression, and reflection, students in this course consider the ethical complexities raised by modern issues in today’s healthcare communities. As students learn about the multiple roles of nurses and others across the healthcare continuum, they also investigate the historical and social contexts of technological development and its impacts on different communities and on biomedical ethics, especially considering Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology. Additionally, this course helps students determine a successful pathway towards their college and professional goals through embedded career coaching, academic advising, and  nformation literacy and library support. Fulfills Humanities (HF) and Diversity (DV) gen ed requirements and the First Experience (FE) attribute.

The course focuses on writing in academic contexts. Students practice analytical and persuasive writing that addresses various academic audiences with an emphasis on writing for learning, textual analysis, writing from research, and collaborative writing. Quest 2211 further considers the multi-faceted nature of leadership within communities and in academic and career fields, and the impact and importance of writing in leadership. Students examine the role writing plays in leadership while also developing their own writing skills and developing key leadership skills. Preparation for peer and student leadership roles at the university is included in the course. Fulfills the Lower Division Writing (WR2) gen ed requirement.

This one-credit, first experience course is designed for transfer students as you make a successful transition to the University of Utah from your previous institution. The course focuses on acquainting you with the academic environment and support resources on campus, and developing your sense of belonging on your new campus. In addition to providing a smooth transition to the University of Utah, this course is also intended to help you consider who you are at this point in your life, where you want to go, and how your experiences at the U of U will get you there. Through the course, you will acquire strategies that promote academic, social, and professional success. This is an interactive hybrid course that requires active student engagement and occasional in-person interactions on campus. Fulfills the First Experience (FE) attribute.

Independent Study courses in the Quest program provide an opportunity for students to pursue special projects and other unique, focused learning experiences related to topics in Quest seminars, such as career and major exploration, leadership development, ethics, and more. This course is arranged between an individual student and the instructor. Each student who takes a Quest Independent Study course will complete a contract with their designated instructor. This contract will outline the specific expectations, requirements, and due dates for each independent study situation