This course will ask students to consider their personal definition of success and consider how they can achieve academic success. Topics include mindset, resillience, change, deliberate practice, time management, stress management, and other related topics. The class format is a combination of lecture, small group activities, and discussion. Restricted to students with freshman or sophomore standing.

The purpose of this course is to teach strategies that improve college-level reading and study skills. Students learn how to improve reading rate, textbook comprehension, and concentration. The class format is a combination of lecture, small-group activities, and in-class reading labs. Restricted to students with freshman or sophomore standing.

This course is designed to facilitate life and career decision making. Students will be involved in activities that encourage examination of personality characteristics and interest, personal and occupational values, as well as abilities, skills, and aptitudes. Students will explore the world of work and requisite academic preparation, generate occupational and academic goals, and make knowledgeable and appropriate decisions. This course is designed for entering and undeclared students.

This course familiarizes international students with expectations and conventions typical of the American college classroom and the resources and supports available at Viterbo including the library, tutoring and other academic supports.

This course is designed to prepare new and future student leaders. Students will learn about their own leadership styles and basic leadership theories and concepts. Students will also complete a course project. The class format is a combination of lecture, small/large group discussion and field experience.

TRIO 075 provides tailored assistance for TRIO students struggling with math concepts. Through personalized tutoring sessions and targeted practice exercises, participants will strengthen their foundational skills and boost their confidence in handling mathematical problems. The course aims to empower TRIO students to excel in their math courses and overcome any challenges they may face in mastering mathematical concepts. TRIO 075 is designed for TRIO students concurrently taking MATH 091, 112, 130, 155, or PSYC 223.

A historical review and analysis of the development of military strategy and weapons; a detailed study of the history of the United States military; an analysis of contemporary, post-World War II issues; and a study of selected battles. Prerequisite: consent of military science/history department chair.

An academically challenging course where you will develop knowledge, skills, and abilities required of junior officers pertaining to the Army in Unified Land Operations and Company Grade Office roles and responsibilites. This course includes reading assignments, homework assignments, small group assignments, briefings, case studies, practical exercises, a mid-term exam, and an Oral Practicum as the final exam. The Oral Practicum explores your knowledge of how you will be prepared for the 20 Army Warfighting Challenges (AWFC) covered throughout the ROTC Advanced Course.

Students design individual plans of study in consultation with a MSCI faculty member. Designed for MSCI students who have excellent records in the department. Prerequisite: Department chair approval. Repeatable for a maximum of 3 credits.

Independent reading and/or research under the guidance of a military science faculty member. Refer to the academic policy section for independent study policy. Independent study contract is required. May be repeated for credit.