HE 1115

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  • Schedule of Classes - October 31, 2025 7:07PM EDT

HE 1115
Critical Reading and Thinking

Course information provided by the 2025-2026 Catalog.

In this course, students evaluate who they are as learners, explore different aspects of the science of learning, determine conditions that improve their well-being and learning, and identify strategies to recover from setbacks. Students will learn about evidence-based learning strategies, and will practice different approaches to time management, sleep and stress management, test preparation and study skills. Through self-reflection and teamwork, students will develop greater self-awareness and will be able to evaluate themselves and take positive steps in their academics and personal well-being.


Enrollment Priority Enrollment preference given to: first-years and sophomores.

Last 4 Terms Offered 2025FA, 2025SP, 2024FA, 2024SP

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 2 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  8966 HE 1115   LEC 001

    • MW
    • Jan 20 - May 5, 2026

    • Chen, M

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Enrollment preference given to first-year students and sophomores. Seniors are not permitted to enroll in HE1115. CAS does not give credit toward graduation for HE1115. If interested, please email Mike Chen, msc7@cornell.edu.

    Instructor Consent Required (Add)

Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 2 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  8967 HE 1115   LEC 002

    • MW
    • Jan 20 - May 5, 2026

    • Chen, M

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Enrollment preference given to first-year students and sophomores. Seniors are not permitted to enroll in HE1115. CAS does not give credit toward graduation for HE1115. If interested, please email Mike Chen, msc7@cornell.edu.

    Instructor Consent Required (Add)

Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 2 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  8968 HE 1115   LEC 003

    • TR
    • Jan 20 - May 5, 2026

    • Ardon, F

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Enrollment preference given to first-year students and sophomores. Seniors are not permitted to enroll in HE1115. CAS does not give credit toward graduation for HE1115. If interested, please email Mike Chen, msc7@cornell.edu.

    Instructor Consent Required (Add)

Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 2 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  8969 HE 1115   LEC 004

    • TR
    • Jan 20 - May 5, 2026

    • Ardon, F

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Enrollment preference given to first-year students and sophomores. Seniors are not permitted to enroll in HE1115. CAS does not give credit toward graduation for HE1115. If interested, please email Mike Chen, msc7@cornell.edu.

    Instructor Consent Required (Add)