Human Ecology Nondepartmental (HE)Human Ecology

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Course descriptions provided by the 2025-2026 Catalog.

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  • Schedule of Classes - October 30, 2025 7:09PM EDT

HE 1112
Academic Well-Being Seminar

This course provides students with practical tools to reflect on and enhance their academic well-being. Students create a personalized academic success plan and enact it in a supportive, facilitated, community ... view course details

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Syllabi:

  •   Seven Week - Second. 

  • 1.5 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  8978 HE 1112   SEM 101

    • MW
    • Mar 11 - May 5, 2026

    • Bokaer-Smith, J

      Guzman, C

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Students should contact their college for the most up-to-date information regarding if and how credits for this course will count toward graduation and/or be considered regarding academic standing.

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HE 1115
Critical Reading and Thinking

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 ... view course details

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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HE 1850
Introduction to Human Ecology

This course introduces students to the mission, history, values, and curricular and co-curricular programs of Human Ecology. The course will complement learning within majors by offering a broader perspective ... view course details

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  8975 HE 1850   SEM 101

    • F
    • Jan 20 - May 5, 2026

    • Elmore, K

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

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HE 2210
How College Works: Making Sense of Higher Education

This course is designed for students who want to better understand elite higher education and how inequalities are both perpetuated and mediated by its structure and practices (focusing on gender, race, ... view course details

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: SOC 2210

  • 2 Credits Opt NoAud

  •  8980 HE 2210   LEC 001

  •  
    • MW
    • Jan 20 - May 5, 2026

    • Harrison, M

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

HE 2222
Translating the Science of Purpose

In recent years scholars have produced an abundance of research demonstrating the potential impact of having a sense of purpose in life. From increased psychological well-being and net worth to decreased ... view course details

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  8976 HE 2222   LEC 001

  •  
    • MW
    • Jan 20 - May 5, 2026

    • Burrow, A

      Sumner, R

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

HE 2300
Introduction to Clinical and Translational Science

This introductory course explores the multidisciplinary field of clinical and translational science. It includes instruction and opportunities for application of translational science frameworks, underlying ... view course details

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Opt NoAud

  •  8977 HE 2300   LEC 001

  •  
    • T
    • Jan 20 - May 5, 2026

    • Gangrade, N

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

HE 2400
Internship Preparation

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Syllabi: none

  •   Seven Week - Second. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  8979 HE 2400   SEM 101

    • T
    • Mar 11 - May 5, 2026

    • Gangrade, N

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

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HE 2700
Pathways to Purpose - Civic Leadership in Law, Health, Tech, and Business

How can your Cornell education help you lead a life of purpose and impact while on campus and in your future career? How can we engage with complex social, political, and scientific challenges, and contribute ... view course details

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Syllabi:

  •   Seven Week - First.  Combined with: PUBPOL 2700

  • 1 Credit Opt NoAud

  • 18100 HE 2700   LEC 001

  •  
    • Jan 20 - Feb 15, 2026

    • Barry, C

      Dunifon, R

      Grabiner Keinan, A

    • S
    • Feb 7, 2026

    • Barry, C

      Dunifon, R

      Grabiner Keinan, A

    • Su
    • Feb 8, 2026

    • Barry, C

      Dunifon, R

      Grabiner Keinan, A

  • Instruction Mode: Hybrid-Online and In Person

HE 4010
Empirical Research

For study that predominately involves data collection and analysis, or laboratory or studio projects. view course details

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Syllabi: none

  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-9 Credits Opt NoAud

  •  8970 HE 4010   IND 601

    • Jan 20 - May 5, 2026

    • Niogi, S

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

    Students must submit the Human Ecology Special Studies Form (https://experience.cornell.edu/opportunities/human-ecology-special-studies-4000-4010-4020). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number.

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HE 4030
Apprenticeship in Teaching

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Syllabi: none

  •   Seven Week - Second. 

  • 1-5 Credits Opt NoAud

  •  8971 HE 4030   PRJ 602

    • Mar 11 - May 5, 2026

    • Gangrade, N

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Students must submit the Human Ecology Teaching Assistant Form (https://experience.cornell.edu/opportunities/human-ecology-teaching-apprenticeship-4030). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number.

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Syllabi: none

  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-5 Credits Opt NoAud

  •  8972 HE 4030   PRJ 601

    • Jan 20 - May 5, 2026

    • Elmore, K

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Students must submit the Human Ecology Teaching Assistant Form (https://experience.cornell.edu/opportunities/human-ecology-teaching-apprenticeship-4030). Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number.

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HE 4060
Special Topics in Translational Research

Translational research involves the bidirectional transfer of knowledge between research and practice. In this course, students will learn and apply research on a special topic within translational research ... view course details

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1 Credit Stdnt Opt

  • Topic: Development and Healing in Youth Care Services

  •  8974 HE 4060   SEM 101

  •  
    • W
    • Jan 20 - May 5, 2026

    • Izzo, C

      Sellers, D

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

HE 4997
Human Ecology Practical Training

This independent study course offers international students in the College of Human Ecology an opportunity to reflect on professional and personal growth, challenges, and opportunities resulting from a ... view course details

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 0.25 Credits S/U NoAud

  • 18019 HE 4997   IND 601

    • Lujan, M

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 0.25 Credits S/U NoAud

  • 18040 HE 4997   IND 602

    • Korfine, L

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 0.25 Credits S/U NoAud

  • 18042 HE 4997   IND 603

    • Kozen, F

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 0.25 Credits S/U NoAud

  • 18044 HE 4997   IND 604

    • Green, K

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

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