These courses will help you learn to do a wide variety of things, from conversing with the elves of Lord of the Rings to analyzing the deeper meanings of zombies and vampires in popular literature.<\/p>\n
Arguing with Judge Judy: Popular \u2018Logic\u2019 on TV Judge Shows: University of California, Berkeley<\/strong><\/h4>\nEver felt like the plaintiffs on TV judge shows have some pretty questionable logic? This class addresses that subject directly, allowing students to pull apart courtroom excuses just like Judge Judy. <\/p>\n
The Adultery Novel In and Out of Russia: University of Pennsylvania<\/strong><\/h4>\nWho doesn\u2019t love a good tale of adultery? This class asks students to consider it as a literary theme, however racy or immoral it may be. <\/p>\n
The Vampire in Literature and Cinema: University of Wisconsin<\/strong><\/h4>\nThe growing popularity of vampires in popular media should make many students out there pretty jealous they can\u2019t take this class focusing on the infamous bloodsuckers.<\/p>\n
Invented Languages: Klingon and Beyond: University of Texas, Austin<\/strong><\/h4>\n You don\u2019t have to be a sci-fi nerd to appreciate the subject matter in this course at the U of Texas focusing on the reasons, rules and social realities of created languages. <\/p>\n
Elvish, the language of “Lord of the Rings”: University of Wisconsin<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course was taught by the world\u2019s foremost expert on this language, who was even a consultant to the makers of the films. While not practical, it certainly speaks to super fans of the series.<\/p>\n
Harry Potter Lit: Ohio State University<\/strong> <\/h4>\nIf you want to appreciate the Harry Potter novels as more than just a fun read, head to Ohio State to spend good money exploring the larger themes within the seven book series. <\/p>\n
Those Sexy Victorians: University of Mississippi<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile sexy usually isn\u2019t the first thing that comes to mind when you think of an era shocked by the sight of some ankle, this course delves into the interest in sexual matters behind the prudish exterior during the Victorian era. <\/p>\n
The Living and UnDead: An Inquiry into Zombies in Cinema and Literature: University of Mississippi<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you might often feel like a zombie stumbling to your early morning classes, this course takes a deeper look at what is so fascinating and horrifying about these brain-craving monsters.<\/p>\n
History<\/strong><\/h1>\nLearn about the aspects of history that are often overlooked in these courses.<\/p>\n
The Phallus: Occidental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore the role this part of the male body has played in society from the early, often sexist works of Freud to newer feminist theories. <\/p>\n
American Degenerates: Brown University<\/strong><\/h4>\nLearn more about the relationship between writers and early Americans and their sense of personal identity in this course. <\/p>\n
Comparative History of Organized Crime: Williams College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the streets may be education enough for real gangsters, this course aims to teach students about the history and culture of the mafia around the world. <\/p>\n
European Witchcraft: Oneonta College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile so-called witches are still around today, you can learn about the origins of what people thought were witches and the often extreme and illogical measures they took to get rid of them. <\/p>\n
Sex, Rugs, Salt & Coal: Cornell University<\/strong><\/h4>\nNot only does this course have a snappy name, it also is full of topics students find compelling, including sex, slavery, money and more. <\/p>\n
Age of Piracy: Arizona State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nJohnny Depp\u2019s kooky but sexy Jack Sparrow has gotten many students interested in learning more about the pirating arts, and this course offers them the chance to take a look at the much less appealing, real-life lives of pirates. <\/p>\n
Sociology, Psychology, and Anthropology<\/strong><\/h1>\nGain a deeper understanding of social and cultural issues through these courses on often touchy subjects.<\/p>\n
The Lucifer Effect: Understanding How Good People Turn Evil: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course examines a question that many people ask themselves\u2013how can good people do bad things?<\/p>\n
Border Crossings, Borderlands: Transnational Feminist Perspectives on Immigration: University of Washington<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere you can understand what feminists think about immigration. <\/p>\n
The American Vacation: University of Iowa<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudy your vacation time more closely with the knowledge this historical and social course offers. <\/p>\n
Mail Order Brides? Understanding the Philippines in Southeast Asian Context: John Hopkins University<\/strong><\/h4>\nAs off-putting as it sounds to most people, mail order brides are a real thing, and students at this prestigious university can learn why the phenomenon exists and is so prevalent in the Philippines through this course. <\/p>\n
Whiteness: The Other Side of Racism: Mount Holyoke College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course teaches students about their role as white members of society and has been much criticized for promoting guilt about students\u2019 race. <\/p>\n
Alien Sex: University of Rochester<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore the weird, wild and depraved aspects of sex between humans and monsters alike. <\/p>\n
Daytime Serials: Family and Social Roles: University of Wisconsin<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents in Wisconsin can take this course that explores the familial relationships of characters on soap operas\u2013essential for those who just can\u2019t get enough of their programs.<\/p>\n
It\u2019s the End of the World as We Know It (And I Feel Fine): Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile we all hope the world won\u2019t be ending anytime soon, this course explores the variety of Armageddon scenarios out there and why we\u2019re so obsessed with the end of it all. [Alfred U] <\/p>\n
Purity and Porn in America: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, students can learn about the role between sexuality and modesty\u2013taking a hard look at the way it\u2019s dealt with in modern society. <\/p>\n
UFOs In American Society: Temple University<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you\u2019re the Fox Mulder type, then you\u2019ll be jealous of students at Temple U who get to learn more about the role of UFOs in popular culture in this course. <\/p>\n
The Good, the Bad, and the Revolting: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nYou might think you know what is revolting and what\u2019s not, but this course offers to teach you what it really means to be disgusting, shameful and pitiful\u2013among other things. [Alfred U]
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Science<\/strong><\/h1>\nMake your science education a little more interesting with these courses that draw on sexuality, garbage, and fiction for inspiration.<\/p>\n
The Science of Superheroes: University of California, Irvine<\/strong><\/h4>\n While it might sound like fun and games, this course takes superheroes as a means to teach students real lessons about physics. [U of California Irvine] <\/p>\n
The Science of Harry Potter: Frostburg State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nUnicorns and magical spells might not be real, but this course addresses the magical happenings of the Harry Potter series through a scientific lens, applying physics to things like quidditch.<\/p>\n
Joy of Garbage: University of California, Berkeley<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might sound like an ideal course for clutter-bugs, this course is actually designed to teach students how to manage garbage and encourage them to make less waste and recycle more. <\/p>\n
“Far Side” Entomology: Oregon State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThe much-beloved Far Side comics form the basis for this course that addresses the relationship between people and insects.<\/p>\n
Facial Reconstruction: University of Montana<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course isn\u2019t so much ridiculous as it is weird, being one of the few in the country that teaches students how to puzzle together the bones of the face to help figure out the identity of recovered remains. <\/p>\n
The Amazing World of Bubbles: California Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course isn\u2019t about bubble baths or even bubble wrap. Instead, it explores the energy potential of the bubble. <\/p>\n
FemSex: Carleton College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWomen of all ages and orientations enrolled in this course, teaching women about different definitions of sex, orgasms, sexual norms and even taboos like incest.<\/p>\n
Technology<\/strong><\/h1>\nWith technology becoming such a major part of everyday life, it\u2019s no wonder these courses have sprung up on college campuses nationwide.<\/p>\n
The Strategy of Starcraft: University of California, Berkeley<\/strong><\/h4>\nFans of this game say it\u2019s one of the most difficult to master, but this course at Berkeley aims to help students learn the game better through lessons from one of its creators. <\/p>\n
Cyberporn and Society: University of New York-Buffalo<\/strong><\/h4>\nWIth the internet housing more porn that one could look at in a lifetime, this course explores the role of porn in the development of the web and the effects it has had on relationships and expectations. <\/p>\n
Cyberfeminism: Cornell University<\/strong><\/h4>\nLearn just what the heck cyberfeminism is in this course. <\/p>\n
Learning from YouTube: Pitzer College<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you can\u2019t figure out how to watch videos and learn on your own, this course will teach you how. <\/p>\n
Personal Robots: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLike something out of the Jetsons, this course offers students a chance to learn about the development of little helper robots.<\/p>\n
Human Computer Interaction: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you love or hate your computer, you can learn more about the relationships people develop with their machines from this course.<\/p>\n
The Anthropology of Computing: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat role does your computer play in your life? In society? This course examines how computers function in culture and change human communications. <\/p>\n
Lego Robotics: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLegos can help you build more than just that TIE Fighter, they can also be used to make real robots, as this course will show students.<\/p>\n
Human Beings and the Machines of Sunshine: Rice University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile this course is based on the technical, it addresses more of the social issues that have arisen since machines have become more and more a part of daily life. <\/p>\n
Street-Fighting Mathematics: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile math and street-fighting aren\u2019t two things that logically fall together, this course shows students that there is a way to analyze fighting through a mathematical pattern\u2013something that might get you beat up in the first place.<\/p>\n
Games and Civic Engagement: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLearn about the role video games might play in the future of education and community programs through this course. <\/p>\n
Philosophy<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses promise to help you think deeply about philosophical and religious issues while often using pop culture as a reference point.<\/p>\n
The Simpsons and Philosophy: University of California, Berkeley<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the Simpsons may appear to be just good entertainment, this course shows the deeper philosophical issues under all those “d\u2019ohs.” <\/p>\n
Philosophy and Star Trek: Georgetown University<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who take this class will not only get to watch Star Trek, but delve into the issues the show discusses like time travel, a sense of reality, free will and more. <\/p>\n
Star Trek and Religion: U of Indiana<\/strong><\/h4>\nLook at religion through the lens of the Star Trek world, with discussions that address both supporting and criticizing religion. <\/p>\n
Myth and Science Fiction: Star Wars, The Matrix, and Lord of the Rings: Centre College<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore larger issues of myth and speculative fiction through these popular movies. <\/p>\n
Taking Marx Seriously: Amherst University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThe oddest thing about this course\u2019s name is that it implies that people haven\u2019t been taking Marx seriously, odd considering the antipathy towards the economist and social theorist since the Cold War. <\/p>\n
Music<\/strong><\/h1>\nExplore music from some different perspectives in these courses.<\/p>\n
Queer Musicology: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nAccording to this course, those who are homosexual create and experience music differently than their straight counterparts. While many experts in the field see this as a growing field of study, most outside were quite critical when this course was introduced in the 90s. <\/p>\n
History of Electronic Dance Music: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you love clubbing or just the thudding beats of dance music, you can learn more about where it came from and where it\u2019s going in this course. <\/p>\n
The Beatles: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nTrue Beatles fans can learn everything there is to know about the band in this course, though unfortunately there is no extra credit for mastering their catalog on Expert on Rock Band. <\/p>\n
Nuthin\u2019 but a \u2018G\u2019 Thang: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nEmbrace your inner thug with this course that explores the history of gangsta rap. <\/p>\n
Introduction to Turntablism: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who have dreamt of being great DJs can add to their college experience by taking this class on the art and business of operating the turntable.<\/p>\n
Visual Arts<\/strong><\/h1>\nFrom video games to horror films, these courses help college students analyze visual culture.<\/p>\n
Underwater Basket Weaving: Reed College<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere it is, the course that has been the butt of numerous jokes about the declining quality of college education in America. Yes, it really exists and you can take it at this school and others for credit. <\/p>\n
Muppet Magic: Jim Henson\u2019s Art: UC Santa Cruz<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore the fine art of elaborate puppetry through this course.<\/p>\n
Dirty Pictures: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nTake a look at the history and art of sexy, dirty and explicit photos in this course. <\/p>\n
The Horror Film in Context: Bowodin College<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you love a good scare, consider this course at Bowdoin to gain a better understanding of the format of the horror film. <\/p>\n
The Road Movie: Barnard College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFrom Easy Rider <\/em>to Thelma and Louise, <\/em>this course looks at the road trip movie and the concept of the journey. Curiously omitted was the college age favorite Road Trip.<\/em> <\/p>\nThe Art of Sin and the Sin of Art: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course will look not only at controversial artwork but also at the practice of creating art and its moral implications. <\/p>\n
The Art of Warcraft: A Closer Look at the Virtual World Phenomenon: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, nerds and artists alike can learn about the aesthetics of the video game world.<\/p>\n
Physical Education and Recreation<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses help students all over the nation stay in shape and get active.<\/p>\n
PE for ME: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course is pretty much phys ed for nerds, using physical activity to teach lessons about mechanical engineering. <\/p>\n
Xtreme Lit: Northern Illinois University<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you like to get totally extreme, then this course would be for you, asking students to engage in sometimes adventurous recreational activities while reading authors who loved the great outdoors. <\/p>\n
Whitewater Skills: West Virginia University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat would college be without learning how to manage some rapids? This course offers to teach students just that.<\/p>\n
Circus Stunts: Triton College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you want to join the circus or just need a more interesting workout, this course can teach you all kinds of acrobatics. <\/p>\n
The Art of Walking: Centre College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you would think that most able-bodied students would know how to walk by the time they entered college, this course hopes to teach them to do it better, and more consciously. <\/p>\n
Tree Climbing: Cornell University<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who never learned to climb a tree as a child can now receive college-level education on the subject through this course. <\/p>\n
American Golf: Aristocratic Pastime or the People\u2019s Game?: Carnegie Mellon<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, students learn about the history and social aspects of golf. <\/p>\n
Knitting for Noobs: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFor many students, it\u2019s totally worth the cost of a college course to learn how to knit a few scarves.<\/p>\n
Golf Course Management: Tarleton State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis practical course will teach students how to take care of those greens and pesky sand traps. <\/p>\n
Popular Culture<\/strong><\/h1>\nFocusing on popular culture phenomena and icons, these courses catch a lot of guff for their seemingly superficial subject matter.<\/p>\n
Oprah Winfrey: The Tycoon: University of Illinois, Urbana<\/strong><\/h4>\n While no longer offered, this course gave students a chance to look deep into the life of one of the most successful and recognizable women in the world.<\/p>\n
How to Watch Television: Montclair University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThough most of us are pretty adept at turning on the TV and vegging out, this course aims to teach students how to watch TV actively.<\/p>\n
Through the Darkness of Future-Past: An Exploration of David Lynch\u2019s Twin Peaks: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDelve into the weird world of this TV cult classic in this course.<\/p>\n
Breaking the Rules: An Intellectual Discussion of Fight Club: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile perhaps not the newest movie, this film (and the book it\u2019s based upon, presumably) still elicits enough interest to have a course that talks all about the issues addressed within it. <\/p>\n
Video Game History: Rise of a New Medium: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you loved your NES back in the day or can\u2019t get enough X Box, this course teaches students about the history of games and where they\u2019re headed in the future.<\/p>\n
The Future is Lost: TV Series as Cultural Phenomenon: Tufts University<\/strong><\/h4>\nSome people might feel that Lost deserves its own course just because it\u2019s so darn hard to figure out what\u2019s happening in the series, but this course goes deeper, examining the popularity of shows like this and their expansion into other media. <\/p>\n
Goldberg\u2019s Canon: Makin\u2019 Whoopi: Bates College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile not offered since 2004, this course was the first and only to examine the sometimes controversial public persona of this comedienne, actress and now daytime talk show host. <\/p>\n
Chosen: Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThose who were addicted to Buffy can now examine the series in-depth through the material presented in this course.<\/p>\n
The Office: Awesome, Awkward, & Addicting: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nLet\u2019s hope this course on the popular show isn\u2019t nearly as uncomfortable to watch. <\/p>\n
Calvin & Hobbes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis iconic comic was much more than just simple Saturday morning entertainment\u2013or so this course aims to show. <\/p>\n
Superheroes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat do superheroes really mean in our culture? Why create such figures? This course examines this and a myriad of other issues. <\/p>\n
American Pro Wrestling: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the words “MIT” and “pro wrestling” may not be two you\u2019d bring together, this course asks students at the tech-savvy school to think about the cultural implications of the often-theatrical wrestling world. <\/p>\n
American Soap Operas: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat is it about soap operas that make them so addicting? Students at MIT get a chance to delve into the logic behind these series in this course. <\/p>\n
It\u2019s News to Me: the Role of Media in Your Life: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nMost of us may not even realize how big of a role the media plays in our lives, but this course aims to bring it to the forefront. <\/p>\n
Zombies in Popular Media: Columbia College- Chicago<\/strong><\/h4>\nEvery year it seems like there are more and more movies about zombies. What is the fascination with these fictional creatures? Students at Columbia College can take this course and become zombie experts. <\/p>\n
Food and Drink<\/strong><\/h1>\nEverybody has to eat, so why not learn more about it from these courses?<\/p>\n
Food and Power in the Twentieth Century: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nIn this course, students learn how sometimes having all the food means having all the power. <\/p>\n
Kitchen Chemistry: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents in this course will learn how to turn their kitchens into their own private laboratories, teaching them not only about science but about cooking as well.<\/p>\n
Cultural Aspects of Food: Oneonta College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDo foods from your childhood elicit specific emotions from you? This course will delve into what the cultural connections we have with food are and why these relationships are so strong. <\/p>\n
Campus Culture and Drinking: Duke University<\/strong><\/h4>\nAs many students may have been sad to learn, this course doesn\u2019t encourage students to go get trashed, instead of asking them to more carefully consider the social and cultural aspects of drinking on campus.<\/p>\n
From Bean to Bar: The History, Politics, & Taste of Chocolate: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nChocoholics can take their love of the sweet substance one step further and learn how it goes from the field, gets processed and ends up in their mouths. <\/p>\n
Maple Syrup: The Real Thing: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile most students won\u2019t be pursuing a career as a maple syrup maker, this course offers to teach them everything they need to know about the business, should they decide they need a career change.<\/p>\n
Life Skills<\/strong><\/h1>\nCollege doesn\u2019t just have to be academic, as these courses that provide valuable life lessons prove.<\/p>\n
Tightwaddery, or The Good Life on a Dollar a Day: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the title might elicit some laughs, this course offers some sage advice on breaking the bonds of consumerism and fighting back against the status quo. And if that isn\u2019t part of a well-rounded college education then what is? <\/p>\n
Finding Dates Worth Keeping: University of Sioux Falls<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who find themselves constantly falling in love (or just in bed) with Mr. or Mrs. Wrong can take this course to learn to make better dating decisions. <\/p>\n
Field Equipment Operation: University of California, Davis<\/strong><\/h4>\nIt might have a fancy title, but this class gets down and dirty with teaching students how to drive a tractor. <\/p>\n
Getting Dressed: Princeton University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile many students wouldn\u2019t have made it to college without some idea of how to get dressed in the morning, this class takes it one step further and takes a look at what it really means <\/em>to wear those Uggs or backwards baseball cap. <\/p>\nBiblical Model for Home and Family: Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere you\u2019ll find a female-only course that will make all but the most traditional women bristle. With lessons on how to properly serve your husband and bake cookies, it\u2019s useful, no doubt\u2013but the lack of a male counterpart course is questionable.<\/p>\n
Furniture Making: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you might already feel like you know how to build furniture after a few intense Ikea assemblies, this course will teach you more in-depth ways of building just about anything around the home. <\/p>\n
How to Learn (Almost) Anything: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might seem odd to take a course on how to learn from the rest of your courses, this practical class from MIT asks students to use technology and tools to stretch their minds. <\/p>\n
Miscellaneous<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses touch on a wide range of interesting, if not always normal, subject matter.<\/p>\n
Nonviolent Responses to Terrorism: Swarthmore College<\/strong><\/h4>\nNews reports tell that most students today don\u2019t even know what year 9\/11 happened. With the memory of terrorism in the distant past (or so it seems) this course seems more and more relevant as anger fades and the American public grows tired of conflict.<\/p>\n
Stupidity: Occidental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat better topic to rail against at college than stupidity? This course examines it at depth from literary, social and philosophical perspectives. <\/p>\n
Daylighting: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course doesn\u2019t refer to the opposite of moonlighting, it is designed to help students learn how to better light things with, what else, the sun. <\/p>\n
Yes, some of these courses teeter between useful knowledge and just plain silly. Many however, offer great educational opportunities, even though the name doesn’t exactly reflect it. <\/p>\n
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Source: OnlineUniversities.com, 100 Hilarious College Courses that Really Exist<\/a><\/p>\n
Who doesn\u2019t love a good tale of adultery? This class asks students to consider it as a literary theme, however racy or immoral it may be. <\/p>\n
The Vampire in Literature and Cinema: University of Wisconsin<\/strong><\/h4>\nThe growing popularity of vampires in popular media should make many students out there pretty jealous they can\u2019t take this class focusing on the infamous bloodsuckers.<\/p>\n
Invented Languages: Klingon and Beyond: University of Texas, Austin<\/strong><\/h4>\n You don\u2019t have to be a sci-fi nerd to appreciate the subject matter in this course at the U of Texas focusing on the reasons, rules and social realities of created languages. <\/p>\n
Elvish, the language of “Lord of the Rings”: University of Wisconsin<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course was taught by the world\u2019s foremost expert on this language, who was even a consultant to the makers of the films. While not practical, it certainly speaks to super fans of the series.<\/p>\n
Harry Potter Lit: Ohio State University<\/strong> <\/h4>\nIf you want to appreciate the Harry Potter novels as more than just a fun read, head to Ohio State to spend good money exploring the larger themes within the seven book series. <\/p>\n
Those Sexy Victorians: University of Mississippi<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile sexy usually isn\u2019t the first thing that comes to mind when you think of an era shocked by the sight of some ankle, this course delves into the interest in sexual matters behind the prudish exterior during the Victorian era. <\/p>\n
The Living and UnDead: An Inquiry into Zombies in Cinema and Literature: University of Mississippi<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you might often feel like a zombie stumbling to your early morning classes, this course takes a deeper look at what is so fascinating and horrifying about these brain-craving monsters.<\/p>\n
History<\/strong><\/h1>\nLearn about the aspects of history that are often overlooked in these courses.<\/p>\n
The Phallus: Occidental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore the role this part of the male body has played in society from the early, often sexist works of Freud to newer feminist theories. <\/p>\n
American Degenerates: Brown University<\/strong><\/h4>\nLearn more about the relationship between writers and early Americans and their sense of personal identity in this course. <\/p>\n
Comparative History of Organized Crime: Williams College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the streets may be education enough for real gangsters, this course aims to teach students about the history and culture of the mafia around the world. <\/p>\n
European Witchcraft: Oneonta College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile so-called witches are still around today, you can learn about the origins of what people thought were witches and the often extreme and illogical measures they took to get rid of them. <\/p>\n
Sex, Rugs, Salt & Coal: Cornell University<\/strong><\/h4>\nNot only does this course have a snappy name, it also is full of topics students find compelling, including sex, slavery, money and more. <\/p>\n
Age of Piracy: Arizona State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nJohnny Depp\u2019s kooky but sexy Jack Sparrow has gotten many students interested in learning more about the pirating arts, and this course offers them the chance to take a look at the much less appealing, real-life lives of pirates. <\/p>\n
Sociology, Psychology, and Anthropology<\/strong><\/h1>\nGain a deeper understanding of social and cultural issues through these courses on often touchy subjects.<\/p>\n
The Lucifer Effect: Understanding How Good People Turn Evil: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course examines a question that many people ask themselves\u2013how can good people do bad things?<\/p>\n
Border Crossings, Borderlands: Transnational Feminist Perspectives on Immigration: University of Washington<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere you can understand what feminists think about immigration. <\/p>\n
The American Vacation: University of Iowa<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudy your vacation time more closely with the knowledge this historical and social course offers. <\/p>\n
Mail Order Brides? Understanding the Philippines in Southeast Asian Context: John Hopkins University<\/strong><\/h4>\nAs off-putting as it sounds to most people, mail order brides are a real thing, and students at this prestigious university can learn why the phenomenon exists and is so prevalent in the Philippines through this course. <\/p>\n
Whiteness: The Other Side of Racism: Mount Holyoke College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course teaches students about their role as white members of society and has been much criticized for promoting guilt about students\u2019 race. <\/p>\n
Alien Sex: University of Rochester<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore the weird, wild and depraved aspects of sex between humans and monsters alike. <\/p>\n
Daytime Serials: Family and Social Roles: University of Wisconsin<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents in Wisconsin can take this course that explores the familial relationships of characters on soap operas\u2013essential for those who just can\u2019t get enough of their programs.<\/p>\n
It\u2019s the End of the World as We Know It (And I Feel Fine): Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile we all hope the world won\u2019t be ending anytime soon, this course explores the variety of Armageddon scenarios out there and why we\u2019re so obsessed with the end of it all. [Alfred U] <\/p>\n
Purity and Porn in America: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, students can learn about the role between sexuality and modesty\u2013taking a hard look at the way it\u2019s dealt with in modern society. <\/p>\n
UFOs In American Society: Temple University<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you\u2019re the Fox Mulder type, then you\u2019ll be jealous of students at Temple U who get to learn more about the role of UFOs in popular culture in this course. <\/p>\n
The Good, the Bad, and the Revolting: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nYou might think you know what is revolting and what\u2019s not, but this course offers to teach you what it really means to be disgusting, shameful and pitiful\u2013among other things. [Alfred U]
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Science<\/strong><\/h1>\nMake your science education a little more interesting with these courses that draw on sexuality, garbage, and fiction for inspiration.<\/p>\n
The Science of Superheroes: University of California, Irvine<\/strong><\/h4>\n While it might sound like fun and games, this course takes superheroes as a means to teach students real lessons about physics. [U of California Irvine] <\/p>\n
The Science of Harry Potter: Frostburg State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nUnicorns and magical spells might not be real, but this course addresses the magical happenings of the Harry Potter series through a scientific lens, applying physics to things like quidditch.<\/p>\n
Joy of Garbage: University of California, Berkeley<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might sound like an ideal course for clutter-bugs, this course is actually designed to teach students how to manage garbage and encourage them to make less waste and recycle more. <\/p>\n
“Far Side” Entomology: Oregon State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThe much-beloved Far Side comics form the basis for this course that addresses the relationship between people and insects.<\/p>\n
Facial Reconstruction: University of Montana<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course isn\u2019t so much ridiculous as it is weird, being one of the few in the country that teaches students how to puzzle together the bones of the face to help figure out the identity of recovered remains. <\/p>\n
The Amazing World of Bubbles: California Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course isn\u2019t about bubble baths or even bubble wrap. Instead, it explores the energy potential of the bubble. <\/p>\n
FemSex: Carleton College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWomen of all ages and orientations enrolled in this course, teaching women about different definitions of sex, orgasms, sexual norms and even taboos like incest.<\/p>\n
Technology<\/strong><\/h1>\nWith technology becoming such a major part of everyday life, it\u2019s no wonder these courses have sprung up on college campuses nationwide.<\/p>\n
The Strategy of Starcraft: University of California, Berkeley<\/strong><\/h4>\nFans of this game say it\u2019s one of the most difficult to master, but this course at Berkeley aims to help students learn the game better through lessons from one of its creators. <\/p>\n
Cyberporn and Society: University of New York-Buffalo<\/strong><\/h4>\nWIth the internet housing more porn that one could look at in a lifetime, this course explores the role of porn in the development of the web and the effects it has had on relationships and expectations. <\/p>\n
Cyberfeminism: Cornell University<\/strong><\/h4>\nLearn just what the heck cyberfeminism is in this course. <\/p>\n
Learning from YouTube: Pitzer College<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you can\u2019t figure out how to watch videos and learn on your own, this course will teach you how. <\/p>\n
Personal Robots: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLike something out of the Jetsons, this course offers students a chance to learn about the development of little helper robots.<\/p>\n
Human Computer Interaction: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you love or hate your computer, you can learn more about the relationships people develop with their machines from this course.<\/p>\n
The Anthropology of Computing: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat role does your computer play in your life? In society? This course examines how computers function in culture and change human communications. <\/p>\n
Lego Robotics: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLegos can help you build more than just that TIE Fighter, they can also be used to make real robots, as this course will show students.<\/p>\n
Human Beings and the Machines of Sunshine: Rice University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile this course is based on the technical, it addresses more of the social issues that have arisen since machines have become more and more a part of daily life. <\/p>\n
Street-Fighting Mathematics: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile math and street-fighting aren\u2019t two things that logically fall together, this course shows students that there is a way to analyze fighting through a mathematical pattern\u2013something that might get you beat up in the first place.<\/p>\n
Games and Civic Engagement: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLearn about the role video games might play in the future of education and community programs through this course. <\/p>\n
Philosophy<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses promise to help you think deeply about philosophical and religious issues while often using pop culture as a reference point.<\/p>\n
The Simpsons and Philosophy: University of California, Berkeley<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the Simpsons may appear to be just good entertainment, this course shows the deeper philosophical issues under all those “d\u2019ohs.” <\/p>\n
Philosophy and Star Trek: Georgetown University<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who take this class will not only get to watch Star Trek, but delve into the issues the show discusses like time travel, a sense of reality, free will and more. <\/p>\n
Star Trek and Religion: U of Indiana<\/strong><\/h4>\nLook at religion through the lens of the Star Trek world, with discussions that address both supporting and criticizing religion. <\/p>\n
Myth and Science Fiction: Star Wars, The Matrix, and Lord of the Rings: Centre College<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore larger issues of myth and speculative fiction through these popular movies. <\/p>\n
Taking Marx Seriously: Amherst University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThe oddest thing about this course\u2019s name is that it implies that people haven\u2019t been taking Marx seriously, odd considering the antipathy towards the economist and social theorist since the Cold War. <\/p>\n
Music<\/strong><\/h1>\nExplore music from some different perspectives in these courses.<\/p>\n
Queer Musicology: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nAccording to this course, those who are homosexual create and experience music differently than their straight counterparts. While many experts in the field see this as a growing field of study, most outside were quite critical when this course was introduced in the 90s. <\/p>\n
History of Electronic Dance Music: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you love clubbing or just the thudding beats of dance music, you can learn more about where it came from and where it\u2019s going in this course. <\/p>\n
The Beatles: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nTrue Beatles fans can learn everything there is to know about the band in this course, though unfortunately there is no extra credit for mastering their catalog on Expert on Rock Band. <\/p>\n
Nuthin\u2019 but a \u2018G\u2019 Thang: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nEmbrace your inner thug with this course that explores the history of gangsta rap. <\/p>\n
Introduction to Turntablism: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who have dreamt of being great DJs can add to their college experience by taking this class on the art and business of operating the turntable.<\/p>\n
Visual Arts<\/strong><\/h1>\nFrom video games to horror films, these courses help college students analyze visual culture.<\/p>\n
Underwater Basket Weaving: Reed College<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere it is, the course that has been the butt of numerous jokes about the declining quality of college education in America. Yes, it really exists and you can take it at this school and others for credit. <\/p>\n
Muppet Magic: Jim Henson\u2019s Art: UC Santa Cruz<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore the fine art of elaborate puppetry through this course.<\/p>\n
Dirty Pictures: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nTake a look at the history and art of sexy, dirty and explicit photos in this course. <\/p>\n
The Horror Film in Context: Bowodin College<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you love a good scare, consider this course at Bowdoin to gain a better understanding of the format of the horror film. <\/p>\n
The Road Movie: Barnard College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFrom Easy Rider <\/em>to Thelma and Louise, <\/em>this course looks at the road trip movie and the concept of the journey. Curiously omitted was the college age favorite Road Trip.<\/em> <\/p>\nThe Art of Sin and the Sin of Art: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course will look not only at controversial artwork but also at the practice of creating art and its moral implications. <\/p>\n
The Art of Warcraft: A Closer Look at the Virtual World Phenomenon: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, nerds and artists alike can learn about the aesthetics of the video game world.<\/p>\n
Physical Education and Recreation<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses help students all over the nation stay in shape and get active.<\/p>\n
PE for ME: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course is pretty much phys ed for nerds, using physical activity to teach lessons about mechanical engineering. <\/p>\n
Xtreme Lit: Northern Illinois University<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you like to get totally extreme, then this course would be for you, asking students to engage in sometimes adventurous recreational activities while reading authors who loved the great outdoors. <\/p>\n
Whitewater Skills: West Virginia University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat would college be without learning how to manage some rapids? This course offers to teach students just that.<\/p>\n
Circus Stunts: Triton College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you want to join the circus or just need a more interesting workout, this course can teach you all kinds of acrobatics. <\/p>\n
The Art of Walking: Centre College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you would think that most able-bodied students would know how to walk by the time they entered college, this course hopes to teach them to do it better, and more consciously. <\/p>\n
Tree Climbing: Cornell University<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who never learned to climb a tree as a child can now receive college-level education on the subject through this course. <\/p>\n
American Golf: Aristocratic Pastime or the People\u2019s Game?: Carnegie Mellon<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, students learn about the history and social aspects of golf. <\/p>\n
Knitting for Noobs: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFor many students, it\u2019s totally worth the cost of a college course to learn how to knit a few scarves.<\/p>\n
Golf Course Management: Tarleton State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis practical course will teach students how to take care of those greens and pesky sand traps. <\/p>\n
Popular Culture<\/strong><\/h1>\nFocusing on popular culture phenomena and icons, these courses catch a lot of guff for their seemingly superficial subject matter.<\/p>\n
Oprah Winfrey: The Tycoon: University of Illinois, Urbana<\/strong><\/h4>\n While no longer offered, this course gave students a chance to look deep into the life of one of the most successful and recognizable women in the world.<\/p>\n
How to Watch Television: Montclair University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThough most of us are pretty adept at turning on the TV and vegging out, this course aims to teach students how to watch TV actively.<\/p>\n
Through the Darkness of Future-Past: An Exploration of David Lynch\u2019s Twin Peaks: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDelve into the weird world of this TV cult classic in this course.<\/p>\n
Breaking the Rules: An Intellectual Discussion of Fight Club: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile perhaps not the newest movie, this film (and the book it\u2019s based upon, presumably) still elicits enough interest to have a course that talks all about the issues addressed within it. <\/p>\n
Video Game History: Rise of a New Medium: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you loved your NES back in the day or can\u2019t get enough X Box, this course teaches students about the history of games and where they\u2019re headed in the future.<\/p>\n
The Future is Lost: TV Series as Cultural Phenomenon: Tufts University<\/strong><\/h4>\nSome people might feel that Lost deserves its own course just because it\u2019s so darn hard to figure out what\u2019s happening in the series, but this course goes deeper, examining the popularity of shows like this and their expansion into other media. <\/p>\n
Goldberg\u2019s Canon: Makin\u2019 Whoopi: Bates College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile not offered since 2004, this course was the first and only to examine the sometimes controversial public persona of this comedienne, actress and now daytime talk show host. <\/p>\n
Chosen: Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThose who were addicted to Buffy can now examine the series in-depth through the material presented in this course.<\/p>\n
The Office: Awesome, Awkward, & Addicting: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nLet\u2019s hope this course on the popular show isn\u2019t nearly as uncomfortable to watch. <\/p>\n
Calvin & Hobbes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis iconic comic was much more than just simple Saturday morning entertainment\u2013or so this course aims to show. <\/p>\n
Superheroes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat do superheroes really mean in our culture? Why create such figures? This course examines this and a myriad of other issues. <\/p>\n
American Pro Wrestling: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the words “MIT” and “pro wrestling” may not be two you\u2019d bring together, this course asks students at the tech-savvy school to think about the cultural implications of the often-theatrical wrestling world. <\/p>\n
American Soap Operas: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat is it about soap operas that make them so addicting? Students at MIT get a chance to delve into the logic behind these series in this course. <\/p>\n
It\u2019s News to Me: the Role of Media in Your Life: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nMost of us may not even realize how big of a role the media plays in our lives, but this course aims to bring it to the forefront. <\/p>\n
Zombies in Popular Media: Columbia College- Chicago<\/strong><\/h4>\nEvery year it seems like there are more and more movies about zombies. What is the fascination with these fictional creatures? Students at Columbia College can take this course and become zombie experts. <\/p>\n
Food and Drink<\/strong><\/h1>\nEverybody has to eat, so why not learn more about it from these courses?<\/p>\n
Food and Power in the Twentieth Century: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nIn this course, students learn how sometimes having all the food means having all the power. <\/p>\n
Kitchen Chemistry: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents in this course will learn how to turn their kitchens into their own private laboratories, teaching them not only about science but about cooking as well.<\/p>\n
Cultural Aspects of Food: Oneonta College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDo foods from your childhood elicit specific emotions from you? This course will delve into what the cultural connections we have with food are and why these relationships are so strong. <\/p>\n
Campus Culture and Drinking: Duke University<\/strong><\/h4>\nAs many students may have been sad to learn, this course doesn\u2019t encourage students to go get trashed, instead of asking them to more carefully consider the social and cultural aspects of drinking on campus.<\/p>\n
From Bean to Bar: The History, Politics, & Taste of Chocolate: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nChocoholics can take their love of the sweet substance one step further and learn how it goes from the field, gets processed and ends up in their mouths. <\/p>\n
Maple Syrup: The Real Thing: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile most students won\u2019t be pursuing a career as a maple syrup maker, this course offers to teach them everything they need to know about the business, should they decide they need a career change.<\/p>\n
Life Skills<\/strong><\/h1>\nCollege doesn\u2019t just have to be academic, as these courses that provide valuable life lessons prove.<\/p>\n
Tightwaddery, or The Good Life on a Dollar a Day: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the title might elicit some laughs, this course offers some sage advice on breaking the bonds of consumerism and fighting back against the status quo. And if that isn\u2019t part of a well-rounded college education then what is? <\/p>\n
Finding Dates Worth Keeping: University of Sioux Falls<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who find themselves constantly falling in love (or just in bed) with Mr. or Mrs. Wrong can take this course to learn to make better dating decisions. <\/p>\n
Field Equipment Operation: University of California, Davis<\/strong><\/h4>\nIt might have a fancy title, but this class gets down and dirty with teaching students how to drive a tractor. <\/p>\n
Getting Dressed: Princeton University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile many students wouldn\u2019t have made it to college without some idea of how to get dressed in the morning, this class takes it one step further and takes a look at what it really means <\/em>to wear those Uggs or backwards baseball cap. <\/p>\nBiblical Model for Home and Family: Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere you\u2019ll find a female-only course that will make all but the most traditional women bristle. With lessons on how to properly serve your husband and bake cookies, it\u2019s useful, no doubt\u2013but the lack of a male counterpart course is questionable.<\/p>\n
Furniture Making: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you might already feel like you know how to build furniture after a few intense Ikea assemblies, this course will teach you more in-depth ways of building just about anything around the home. <\/p>\n
How to Learn (Almost) Anything: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might seem odd to take a course on how to learn from the rest of your courses, this practical class from MIT asks students to use technology and tools to stretch their minds. <\/p>\n
Miscellaneous<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses touch on a wide range of interesting, if not always normal, subject matter.<\/p>\n
Nonviolent Responses to Terrorism: Swarthmore College<\/strong><\/h4>\nNews reports tell that most students today don\u2019t even know what year 9\/11 happened. With the memory of terrorism in the distant past (or so it seems) this course seems more and more relevant as anger fades and the American public grows tired of conflict.<\/p>\n
Stupidity: Occidental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat better topic to rail against at college than stupidity? This course examines it at depth from literary, social and philosophical perspectives. <\/p>\n
Daylighting: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course doesn\u2019t refer to the opposite of moonlighting, it is designed to help students learn how to better light things with, what else, the sun. <\/p>\n
Yes, some of these courses teeter between useful knowledge and just plain silly. Many however, offer great educational opportunities, even though the name doesn’t exactly reflect it. <\/p>\n
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Source: OnlineUniversities.com, 100 Hilarious College Courses that Really Exist<\/a><\/p>\n
You don\u2019t have to be a sci-fi nerd to appreciate the subject matter in this course at the U of Texas focusing on the reasons, rules and social realities of created languages. <\/p>\n
Elvish, the language of “Lord of the Rings”: University of Wisconsin<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course was taught by the world\u2019s foremost expert on this language, who was even a consultant to the makers of the films. While not practical, it certainly speaks to super fans of the series.<\/p>\n
Harry Potter Lit: Ohio State University<\/strong> <\/h4>\nIf you want to appreciate the Harry Potter novels as more than just a fun read, head to Ohio State to spend good money exploring the larger themes within the seven book series. <\/p>\n
Those Sexy Victorians: University of Mississippi<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile sexy usually isn\u2019t the first thing that comes to mind when you think of an era shocked by the sight of some ankle, this course delves into the interest in sexual matters behind the prudish exterior during the Victorian era. <\/p>\n
The Living and UnDead: An Inquiry into Zombies in Cinema and Literature: University of Mississippi<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you might often feel like a zombie stumbling to your early morning classes, this course takes a deeper look at what is so fascinating and horrifying about these brain-craving monsters.<\/p>\n
History<\/strong><\/h1>\nLearn about the aspects of history that are often overlooked in these courses.<\/p>\n
The Phallus: Occidental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore the role this part of the male body has played in society from the early, often sexist works of Freud to newer feminist theories. <\/p>\n
American Degenerates: Brown University<\/strong><\/h4>\nLearn more about the relationship between writers and early Americans and their sense of personal identity in this course. <\/p>\n
Comparative History of Organized Crime: Williams College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the streets may be education enough for real gangsters, this course aims to teach students about the history and culture of the mafia around the world. <\/p>\n
European Witchcraft: Oneonta College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile so-called witches are still around today, you can learn about the origins of what people thought were witches and the often extreme and illogical measures they took to get rid of them. <\/p>\n
Sex, Rugs, Salt & Coal: Cornell University<\/strong><\/h4>\nNot only does this course have a snappy name, it also is full of topics students find compelling, including sex, slavery, money and more. <\/p>\n
Age of Piracy: Arizona State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nJohnny Depp\u2019s kooky but sexy Jack Sparrow has gotten many students interested in learning more about the pirating arts, and this course offers them the chance to take a look at the much less appealing, real-life lives of pirates. <\/p>\n
Sociology, Psychology, and Anthropology<\/strong><\/h1>\nGain a deeper understanding of social and cultural issues through these courses on often touchy subjects.<\/p>\n
The Lucifer Effect: Understanding How Good People Turn Evil: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course examines a question that many people ask themselves\u2013how can good people do bad things?<\/p>\n
Border Crossings, Borderlands: Transnational Feminist Perspectives on Immigration: University of Washington<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere you can understand what feminists think about immigration. <\/p>\n
The American Vacation: University of Iowa<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudy your vacation time more closely with the knowledge this historical and social course offers. <\/p>\n
Mail Order Brides? Understanding the Philippines in Southeast Asian Context: John Hopkins University<\/strong><\/h4>\nAs off-putting as it sounds to most people, mail order brides are a real thing, and students at this prestigious university can learn why the phenomenon exists and is so prevalent in the Philippines through this course. <\/p>\n
Whiteness: The Other Side of Racism: Mount Holyoke College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course teaches students about their role as white members of society and has been much criticized for promoting guilt about students\u2019 race. <\/p>\n
Alien Sex: University of Rochester<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore the weird, wild and depraved aspects of sex between humans and monsters alike. <\/p>\n
Daytime Serials: Family and Social Roles: University of Wisconsin<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents in Wisconsin can take this course that explores the familial relationships of characters on soap operas\u2013essential for those who just can\u2019t get enough of their programs.<\/p>\n
It\u2019s the End of the World as We Know It (And I Feel Fine): Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile we all hope the world won\u2019t be ending anytime soon, this course explores the variety of Armageddon scenarios out there and why we\u2019re so obsessed with the end of it all. [Alfred U] <\/p>\n
Purity and Porn in America: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, students can learn about the role between sexuality and modesty\u2013taking a hard look at the way it\u2019s dealt with in modern society. <\/p>\n
UFOs In American Society: Temple University<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you\u2019re the Fox Mulder type, then you\u2019ll be jealous of students at Temple U who get to learn more about the role of UFOs in popular culture in this course. <\/p>\n
The Good, the Bad, and the Revolting: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nYou might think you know what is revolting and what\u2019s not, but this course offers to teach you what it really means to be disgusting, shameful and pitiful\u2013among other things. [Alfred U]
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Science<\/strong><\/h1>\nMake your science education a little more interesting with these courses that draw on sexuality, garbage, and fiction for inspiration.<\/p>\n
The Science of Superheroes: University of California, Irvine<\/strong><\/h4>\n While it might sound like fun and games, this course takes superheroes as a means to teach students real lessons about physics. [U of California Irvine] <\/p>\n
The Science of Harry Potter: Frostburg State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nUnicorns and magical spells might not be real, but this course addresses the magical happenings of the Harry Potter series through a scientific lens, applying physics to things like quidditch.<\/p>\n
Joy of Garbage: University of California, Berkeley<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might sound like an ideal course for clutter-bugs, this course is actually designed to teach students how to manage garbage and encourage them to make less waste and recycle more. <\/p>\n
“Far Side” Entomology: Oregon State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThe much-beloved Far Side comics form the basis for this course that addresses the relationship between people and insects.<\/p>\n
Facial Reconstruction: University of Montana<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course isn\u2019t so much ridiculous as it is weird, being one of the few in the country that teaches students how to puzzle together the bones of the face to help figure out the identity of recovered remains. <\/p>\n
The Amazing World of Bubbles: California Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course isn\u2019t about bubble baths or even bubble wrap. Instead, it explores the energy potential of the bubble. <\/p>\n
FemSex: Carleton College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWomen of all ages and orientations enrolled in this course, teaching women about different definitions of sex, orgasms, sexual norms and even taboos like incest.<\/p>\n
Technology<\/strong><\/h1>\nWith technology becoming such a major part of everyday life, it\u2019s no wonder these courses have sprung up on college campuses nationwide.<\/p>\n
The Strategy of Starcraft: University of California, Berkeley<\/strong><\/h4>\nFans of this game say it\u2019s one of the most difficult to master, but this course at Berkeley aims to help students learn the game better through lessons from one of its creators. <\/p>\n
Cyberporn and Society: University of New York-Buffalo<\/strong><\/h4>\nWIth the internet housing more porn that one could look at in a lifetime, this course explores the role of porn in the development of the web and the effects it has had on relationships and expectations. <\/p>\n
Cyberfeminism: Cornell University<\/strong><\/h4>\nLearn just what the heck cyberfeminism is in this course. <\/p>\n
Learning from YouTube: Pitzer College<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you can\u2019t figure out how to watch videos and learn on your own, this course will teach you how. <\/p>\n
Personal Robots: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLike something out of the Jetsons, this course offers students a chance to learn about the development of little helper robots.<\/p>\n
Human Computer Interaction: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you love or hate your computer, you can learn more about the relationships people develop with their machines from this course.<\/p>\n
The Anthropology of Computing: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat role does your computer play in your life? In society? This course examines how computers function in culture and change human communications. <\/p>\n
Lego Robotics: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLegos can help you build more than just that TIE Fighter, they can also be used to make real robots, as this course will show students.<\/p>\n
Human Beings and the Machines of Sunshine: Rice University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile this course is based on the technical, it addresses more of the social issues that have arisen since machines have become more and more a part of daily life. <\/p>\n
Street-Fighting Mathematics: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile math and street-fighting aren\u2019t two things that logically fall together, this course shows students that there is a way to analyze fighting through a mathematical pattern\u2013something that might get you beat up in the first place.<\/p>\n
Games and Civic Engagement: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLearn about the role video games might play in the future of education and community programs through this course. <\/p>\n
Philosophy<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses promise to help you think deeply about philosophical and religious issues while often using pop culture as a reference point.<\/p>\n
The Simpsons and Philosophy: University of California, Berkeley<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the Simpsons may appear to be just good entertainment, this course shows the deeper philosophical issues under all those “d\u2019ohs.” <\/p>\n
Philosophy and Star Trek: Georgetown University<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who take this class will not only get to watch Star Trek, but delve into the issues the show discusses like time travel, a sense of reality, free will and more. <\/p>\n
Star Trek and Religion: U of Indiana<\/strong><\/h4>\nLook at religion through the lens of the Star Trek world, with discussions that address both supporting and criticizing religion. <\/p>\n
Myth and Science Fiction: Star Wars, The Matrix, and Lord of the Rings: Centre College<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore larger issues of myth and speculative fiction through these popular movies. <\/p>\n
Taking Marx Seriously: Amherst University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThe oddest thing about this course\u2019s name is that it implies that people haven\u2019t been taking Marx seriously, odd considering the antipathy towards the economist and social theorist since the Cold War. <\/p>\n
Music<\/strong><\/h1>\nExplore music from some different perspectives in these courses.<\/p>\n
Queer Musicology: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nAccording to this course, those who are homosexual create and experience music differently than their straight counterparts. While many experts in the field see this as a growing field of study, most outside were quite critical when this course was introduced in the 90s. <\/p>\n
History of Electronic Dance Music: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you love clubbing or just the thudding beats of dance music, you can learn more about where it came from and where it\u2019s going in this course. <\/p>\n
The Beatles: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nTrue Beatles fans can learn everything there is to know about the band in this course, though unfortunately there is no extra credit for mastering their catalog on Expert on Rock Band. <\/p>\n
Nuthin\u2019 but a \u2018G\u2019 Thang: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nEmbrace your inner thug with this course that explores the history of gangsta rap. <\/p>\n
Introduction to Turntablism: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who have dreamt of being great DJs can add to their college experience by taking this class on the art and business of operating the turntable.<\/p>\n
Visual Arts<\/strong><\/h1>\nFrom video games to horror films, these courses help college students analyze visual culture.<\/p>\n
Underwater Basket Weaving: Reed College<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere it is, the course that has been the butt of numerous jokes about the declining quality of college education in America. Yes, it really exists and you can take it at this school and others for credit. <\/p>\n
Muppet Magic: Jim Henson\u2019s Art: UC Santa Cruz<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore the fine art of elaborate puppetry through this course.<\/p>\n
Dirty Pictures: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nTake a look at the history and art of sexy, dirty and explicit photos in this course. <\/p>\n
The Horror Film in Context: Bowodin College<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you love a good scare, consider this course at Bowdoin to gain a better understanding of the format of the horror film. <\/p>\n
The Road Movie: Barnard College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFrom Easy Rider <\/em>to Thelma and Louise, <\/em>this course looks at the road trip movie and the concept of the journey. Curiously omitted was the college age favorite Road Trip.<\/em> <\/p>\nThe Art of Sin and the Sin of Art: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course will look not only at controversial artwork but also at the practice of creating art and its moral implications. <\/p>\n
The Art of Warcraft: A Closer Look at the Virtual World Phenomenon: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, nerds and artists alike can learn about the aesthetics of the video game world.<\/p>\n
Physical Education and Recreation<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses help students all over the nation stay in shape and get active.<\/p>\n
PE for ME: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course is pretty much phys ed for nerds, using physical activity to teach lessons about mechanical engineering. <\/p>\n
Xtreme Lit: Northern Illinois University<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you like to get totally extreme, then this course would be for you, asking students to engage in sometimes adventurous recreational activities while reading authors who loved the great outdoors. <\/p>\n
Whitewater Skills: West Virginia University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat would college be without learning how to manage some rapids? This course offers to teach students just that.<\/p>\n
Circus Stunts: Triton College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you want to join the circus or just need a more interesting workout, this course can teach you all kinds of acrobatics. <\/p>\n
The Art of Walking: Centre College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you would think that most able-bodied students would know how to walk by the time they entered college, this course hopes to teach them to do it better, and more consciously. <\/p>\n
Tree Climbing: Cornell University<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who never learned to climb a tree as a child can now receive college-level education on the subject through this course. <\/p>\n
American Golf: Aristocratic Pastime or the People\u2019s Game?: Carnegie Mellon<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, students learn about the history and social aspects of golf. <\/p>\n
Knitting for Noobs: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFor many students, it\u2019s totally worth the cost of a college course to learn how to knit a few scarves.<\/p>\n
Golf Course Management: Tarleton State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis practical course will teach students how to take care of those greens and pesky sand traps. <\/p>\n
Popular Culture<\/strong><\/h1>\nFocusing on popular culture phenomena and icons, these courses catch a lot of guff for their seemingly superficial subject matter.<\/p>\n
Oprah Winfrey: The Tycoon: University of Illinois, Urbana<\/strong><\/h4>\n While no longer offered, this course gave students a chance to look deep into the life of one of the most successful and recognizable women in the world.<\/p>\n
How to Watch Television: Montclair University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThough most of us are pretty adept at turning on the TV and vegging out, this course aims to teach students how to watch TV actively.<\/p>\n
Through the Darkness of Future-Past: An Exploration of David Lynch\u2019s Twin Peaks: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDelve into the weird world of this TV cult classic in this course.<\/p>\n
Breaking the Rules: An Intellectual Discussion of Fight Club: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile perhaps not the newest movie, this film (and the book it\u2019s based upon, presumably) still elicits enough interest to have a course that talks all about the issues addressed within it. <\/p>\n
Video Game History: Rise of a New Medium: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you loved your NES back in the day or can\u2019t get enough X Box, this course teaches students about the history of games and where they\u2019re headed in the future.<\/p>\n
The Future is Lost: TV Series as Cultural Phenomenon: Tufts University<\/strong><\/h4>\nSome people might feel that Lost deserves its own course just because it\u2019s so darn hard to figure out what\u2019s happening in the series, but this course goes deeper, examining the popularity of shows like this and their expansion into other media. <\/p>\n
Goldberg\u2019s Canon: Makin\u2019 Whoopi: Bates College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile not offered since 2004, this course was the first and only to examine the sometimes controversial public persona of this comedienne, actress and now daytime talk show host. <\/p>\n
Chosen: Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThose who were addicted to Buffy can now examine the series in-depth through the material presented in this course.<\/p>\n
The Office: Awesome, Awkward, & Addicting: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nLet\u2019s hope this course on the popular show isn\u2019t nearly as uncomfortable to watch. <\/p>\n
Calvin & Hobbes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis iconic comic was much more than just simple Saturday morning entertainment\u2013or so this course aims to show. <\/p>\n
Superheroes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat do superheroes really mean in our culture? Why create such figures? This course examines this and a myriad of other issues. <\/p>\n
American Pro Wrestling: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the words “MIT” and “pro wrestling” may not be two you\u2019d bring together, this course asks students at the tech-savvy school to think about the cultural implications of the often-theatrical wrestling world. <\/p>\n
American Soap Operas: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat is it about soap operas that make them so addicting? Students at MIT get a chance to delve into the logic behind these series in this course. <\/p>\n
It\u2019s News to Me: the Role of Media in Your Life: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nMost of us may not even realize how big of a role the media plays in our lives, but this course aims to bring it to the forefront. <\/p>\n
Zombies in Popular Media: Columbia College- Chicago<\/strong><\/h4>\nEvery year it seems like there are more and more movies about zombies. What is the fascination with these fictional creatures? Students at Columbia College can take this course and become zombie experts. <\/p>\n
Food and Drink<\/strong><\/h1>\nEverybody has to eat, so why not learn more about it from these courses?<\/p>\n
Food and Power in the Twentieth Century: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nIn this course, students learn how sometimes having all the food means having all the power. <\/p>\n
Kitchen Chemistry: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents in this course will learn how to turn their kitchens into their own private laboratories, teaching them not only about science but about cooking as well.<\/p>\n
Cultural Aspects of Food: Oneonta College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDo foods from your childhood elicit specific emotions from you? This course will delve into what the cultural connections we have with food are and why these relationships are so strong. <\/p>\n
Campus Culture and Drinking: Duke University<\/strong><\/h4>\nAs many students may have been sad to learn, this course doesn\u2019t encourage students to go get trashed, instead of asking them to more carefully consider the social and cultural aspects of drinking on campus.<\/p>\n
From Bean to Bar: The History, Politics, & Taste of Chocolate: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nChocoholics can take their love of the sweet substance one step further and learn how it goes from the field, gets processed and ends up in their mouths. <\/p>\n
Maple Syrup: The Real Thing: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile most students won\u2019t be pursuing a career as a maple syrup maker, this course offers to teach them everything they need to know about the business, should they decide they need a career change.<\/p>\n
Life Skills<\/strong><\/h1>\nCollege doesn\u2019t just have to be academic, as these courses that provide valuable life lessons prove.<\/p>\n
Tightwaddery, or The Good Life on a Dollar a Day: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the title might elicit some laughs, this course offers some sage advice on breaking the bonds of consumerism and fighting back against the status quo. And if that isn\u2019t part of a well-rounded college education then what is? <\/p>\n
Finding Dates Worth Keeping: University of Sioux Falls<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who find themselves constantly falling in love (or just in bed) with Mr. or Mrs. Wrong can take this course to learn to make better dating decisions. <\/p>\n
Field Equipment Operation: University of California, Davis<\/strong><\/h4>\nIt might have a fancy title, but this class gets down and dirty with teaching students how to drive a tractor. <\/p>\n
Getting Dressed: Princeton University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile many students wouldn\u2019t have made it to college without some idea of how to get dressed in the morning, this class takes it one step further and takes a look at what it really means <\/em>to wear those Uggs or backwards baseball cap. <\/p>\nBiblical Model for Home and Family: Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere you\u2019ll find a female-only course that will make all but the most traditional women bristle. With lessons on how to properly serve your husband and bake cookies, it\u2019s useful, no doubt\u2013but the lack of a male counterpart course is questionable.<\/p>\n
Furniture Making: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you might already feel like you know how to build furniture after a few intense Ikea assemblies, this course will teach you more in-depth ways of building just about anything around the home. <\/p>\n
How to Learn (Almost) Anything: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might seem odd to take a course on how to learn from the rest of your courses, this practical class from MIT asks students to use technology and tools to stretch their minds. <\/p>\n
Miscellaneous<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses touch on a wide range of interesting, if not always normal, subject matter.<\/p>\n
Nonviolent Responses to Terrorism: Swarthmore College<\/strong><\/h4>\nNews reports tell that most students today don\u2019t even know what year 9\/11 happened. With the memory of terrorism in the distant past (or so it seems) this course seems more and more relevant as anger fades and the American public grows tired of conflict.<\/p>\n
Stupidity: Occidental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat better topic to rail against at college than stupidity? This course examines it at depth from literary, social and philosophical perspectives. <\/p>\n
Daylighting: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course doesn\u2019t refer to the opposite of moonlighting, it is designed to help students learn how to better light things with, what else, the sun. <\/p>\n
Yes, some of these courses teeter between useful knowledge and just plain silly. Many however, offer great educational opportunities, even though the name doesn’t exactly reflect it. <\/p>\n
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Source: OnlineUniversities.com, 100 Hilarious College Courses that Really Exist<\/a><\/p>\n
If you want to appreciate the Harry Potter novels as more than just a fun read, head to Ohio State to spend good money exploring the larger themes within the seven book series. <\/p>\n
Those Sexy Victorians: University of Mississippi<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile sexy usually isn\u2019t the first thing that comes to mind when you think of an era shocked by the sight of some ankle, this course delves into the interest in sexual matters behind the prudish exterior during the Victorian era. <\/p>\n
The Living and UnDead: An Inquiry into Zombies in Cinema and Literature: University of Mississippi<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you might often feel like a zombie stumbling to your early morning classes, this course takes a deeper look at what is so fascinating and horrifying about these brain-craving monsters.<\/p>\n
History<\/strong><\/h1>\nLearn about the aspects of history that are often overlooked in these courses.<\/p>\n
The Phallus: Occidental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore the role this part of the male body has played in society from the early, often sexist works of Freud to newer feminist theories. <\/p>\n
American Degenerates: Brown University<\/strong><\/h4>\nLearn more about the relationship between writers and early Americans and their sense of personal identity in this course. <\/p>\n
Comparative History of Organized Crime: Williams College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the streets may be education enough for real gangsters, this course aims to teach students about the history and culture of the mafia around the world. <\/p>\n
European Witchcraft: Oneonta College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile so-called witches are still around today, you can learn about the origins of what people thought were witches and the often extreme and illogical measures they took to get rid of them. <\/p>\n
Sex, Rugs, Salt & Coal: Cornell University<\/strong><\/h4>\nNot only does this course have a snappy name, it also is full of topics students find compelling, including sex, slavery, money and more. <\/p>\n
Age of Piracy: Arizona State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nJohnny Depp\u2019s kooky but sexy Jack Sparrow has gotten many students interested in learning more about the pirating arts, and this course offers them the chance to take a look at the much less appealing, real-life lives of pirates. <\/p>\n
Sociology, Psychology, and Anthropology<\/strong><\/h1>\nGain a deeper understanding of social and cultural issues through these courses on often touchy subjects.<\/p>\n
The Lucifer Effect: Understanding How Good People Turn Evil: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course examines a question that many people ask themselves\u2013how can good people do bad things?<\/p>\n
Border Crossings, Borderlands: Transnational Feminist Perspectives on Immigration: University of Washington<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere you can understand what feminists think about immigration. <\/p>\n
The American Vacation: University of Iowa<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudy your vacation time more closely with the knowledge this historical and social course offers. <\/p>\n
Mail Order Brides? Understanding the Philippines in Southeast Asian Context: John Hopkins University<\/strong><\/h4>\nAs off-putting as it sounds to most people, mail order brides are a real thing, and students at this prestigious university can learn why the phenomenon exists and is so prevalent in the Philippines through this course. <\/p>\n
Whiteness: The Other Side of Racism: Mount Holyoke College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course teaches students about their role as white members of society and has been much criticized for promoting guilt about students\u2019 race. <\/p>\n
Alien Sex: University of Rochester<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore the weird, wild and depraved aspects of sex between humans and monsters alike. <\/p>\n
Daytime Serials: Family and Social Roles: University of Wisconsin<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents in Wisconsin can take this course that explores the familial relationships of characters on soap operas\u2013essential for those who just can\u2019t get enough of their programs.<\/p>\n
It\u2019s the End of the World as We Know It (And I Feel Fine): Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile we all hope the world won\u2019t be ending anytime soon, this course explores the variety of Armageddon scenarios out there and why we\u2019re so obsessed with the end of it all. [Alfred U] <\/p>\n
Purity and Porn in America: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, students can learn about the role between sexuality and modesty\u2013taking a hard look at the way it\u2019s dealt with in modern society. <\/p>\n
UFOs In American Society: Temple University<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you\u2019re the Fox Mulder type, then you\u2019ll be jealous of students at Temple U who get to learn more about the role of UFOs in popular culture in this course. <\/p>\n
The Good, the Bad, and the Revolting: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nYou might think you know what is revolting and what\u2019s not, but this course offers to teach you what it really means to be disgusting, shameful and pitiful\u2013among other things. [Alfred U]
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Science<\/strong><\/h1>\nMake your science education a little more interesting with these courses that draw on sexuality, garbage, and fiction for inspiration.<\/p>\n
The Science of Superheroes: University of California, Irvine<\/strong><\/h4>\n While it might sound like fun and games, this course takes superheroes as a means to teach students real lessons about physics. [U of California Irvine] <\/p>\n
The Science of Harry Potter: Frostburg State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nUnicorns and magical spells might not be real, but this course addresses the magical happenings of the Harry Potter series through a scientific lens, applying physics to things like quidditch.<\/p>\n
Joy of Garbage: University of California, Berkeley<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might sound like an ideal course for clutter-bugs, this course is actually designed to teach students how to manage garbage and encourage them to make less waste and recycle more. <\/p>\n
“Far Side” Entomology: Oregon State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThe much-beloved Far Side comics form the basis for this course that addresses the relationship between people and insects.<\/p>\n
Facial Reconstruction: University of Montana<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course isn\u2019t so much ridiculous as it is weird, being one of the few in the country that teaches students how to puzzle together the bones of the face to help figure out the identity of recovered remains. <\/p>\n
The Amazing World of Bubbles: California Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course isn\u2019t about bubble baths or even bubble wrap. Instead, it explores the energy potential of the bubble. <\/p>\n
FemSex: Carleton College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWomen of all ages and orientations enrolled in this course, teaching women about different definitions of sex, orgasms, sexual norms and even taboos like incest.<\/p>\n
Technology<\/strong><\/h1>\nWith technology becoming such a major part of everyday life, it\u2019s no wonder these courses have sprung up on college campuses nationwide.<\/p>\n
The Strategy of Starcraft: University of California, Berkeley<\/strong><\/h4>\nFans of this game say it\u2019s one of the most difficult to master, but this course at Berkeley aims to help students learn the game better through lessons from one of its creators. <\/p>\n
Cyberporn and Society: University of New York-Buffalo<\/strong><\/h4>\nWIth the internet housing more porn that one could look at in a lifetime, this course explores the role of porn in the development of the web and the effects it has had on relationships and expectations. <\/p>\n
Cyberfeminism: Cornell University<\/strong><\/h4>\nLearn just what the heck cyberfeminism is in this course. <\/p>\n
Learning from YouTube: Pitzer College<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you can\u2019t figure out how to watch videos and learn on your own, this course will teach you how. <\/p>\n
Personal Robots: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLike something out of the Jetsons, this course offers students a chance to learn about the development of little helper robots.<\/p>\n
Human Computer Interaction: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you love or hate your computer, you can learn more about the relationships people develop with their machines from this course.<\/p>\n
The Anthropology of Computing: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat role does your computer play in your life? In society? This course examines how computers function in culture and change human communications. <\/p>\n
Lego Robotics: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLegos can help you build more than just that TIE Fighter, they can also be used to make real robots, as this course will show students.<\/p>\n
Human Beings and the Machines of Sunshine: Rice University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile this course is based on the technical, it addresses more of the social issues that have arisen since machines have become more and more a part of daily life. <\/p>\n
Street-Fighting Mathematics: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile math and street-fighting aren\u2019t two things that logically fall together, this course shows students that there is a way to analyze fighting through a mathematical pattern\u2013something that might get you beat up in the first place.<\/p>\n
Games and Civic Engagement: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLearn about the role video games might play in the future of education and community programs through this course. <\/p>\n
Philosophy<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses promise to help you think deeply about philosophical and religious issues while often using pop culture as a reference point.<\/p>\n
The Simpsons and Philosophy: University of California, Berkeley<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the Simpsons may appear to be just good entertainment, this course shows the deeper philosophical issues under all those “d\u2019ohs.” <\/p>\n
Philosophy and Star Trek: Georgetown University<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who take this class will not only get to watch Star Trek, but delve into the issues the show discusses like time travel, a sense of reality, free will and more. <\/p>\n
Star Trek and Religion: U of Indiana<\/strong><\/h4>\nLook at religion through the lens of the Star Trek world, with discussions that address both supporting and criticizing religion. <\/p>\n
Myth and Science Fiction: Star Wars, The Matrix, and Lord of the Rings: Centre College<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore larger issues of myth and speculative fiction through these popular movies. <\/p>\n
Taking Marx Seriously: Amherst University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThe oddest thing about this course\u2019s name is that it implies that people haven\u2019t been taking Marx seriously, odd considering the antipathy towards the economist and social theorist since the Cold War. <\/p>\n
Music<\/strong><\/h1>\nExplore music from some different perspectives in these courses.<\/p>\n
Queer Musicology: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nAccording to this course, those who are homosexual create and experience music differently than their straight counterparts. While many experts in the field see this as a growing field of study, most outside were quite critical when this course was introduced in the 90s. <\/p>\n
History of Electronic Dance Music: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you love clubbing or just the thudding beats of dance music, you can learn more about where it came from and where it\u2019s going in this course. <\/p>\n
The Beatles: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nTrue Beatles fans can learn everything there is to know about the band in this course, though unfortunately there is no extra credit for mastering their catalog on Expert on Rock Band. <\/p>\n
Nuthin\u2019 but a \u2018G\u2019 Thang: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nEmbrace your inner thug with this course that explores the history of gangsta rap. <\/p>\n
Introduction to Turntablism: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who have dreamt of being great DJs can add to their college experience by taking this class on the art and business of operating the turntable.<\/p>\n
Visual Arts<\/strong><\/h1>\nFrom video games to horror films, these courses help college students analyze visual culture.<\/p>\n
Underwater Basket Weaving: Reed College<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere it is, the course that has been the butt of numerous jokes about the declining quality of college education in America. Yes, it really exists and you can take it at this school and others for credit. <\/p>\n
Muppet Magic: Jim Henson\u2019s Art: UC Santa Cruz<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore the fine art of elaborate puppetry through this course.<\/p>\n
Dirty Pictures: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nTake a look at the history and art of sexy, dirty and explicit photos in this course. <\/p>\n
The Horror Film in Context: Bowodin College<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you love a good scare, consider this course at Bowdoin to gain a better understanding of the format of the horror film. <\/p>\n
The Road Movie: Barnard College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFrom Easy Rider <\/em>to Thelma and Louise, <\/em>this course looks at the road trip movie and the concept of the journey. Curiously omitted was the college age favorite Road Trip.<\/em> <\/p>\nThe Art of Sin and the Sin of Art: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course will look not only at controversial artwork but also at the practice of creating art and its moral implications. <\/p>\n
The Art of Warcraft: A Closer Look at the Virtual World Phenomenon: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, nerds and artists alike can learn about the aesthetics of the video game world.<\/p>\n
Physical Education and Recreation<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses help students all over the nation stay in shape and get active.<\/p>\n
PE for ME: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course is pretty much phys ed for nerds, using physical activity to teach lessons about mechanical engineering. <\/p>\n
Xtreme Lit: Northern Illinois University<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you like to get totally extreme, then this course would be for you, asking students to engage in sometimes adventurous recreational activities while reading authors who loved the great outdoors. <\/p>\n
Whitewater Skills: West Virginia University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat would college be without learning how to manage some rapids? This course offers to teach students just that.<\/p>\n
Circus Stunts: Triton College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you want to join the circus or just need a more interesting workout, this course can teach you all kinds of acrobatics. <\/p>\n
The Art of Walking: Centre College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you would think that most able-bodied students would know how to walk by the time they entered college, this course hopes to teach them to do it better, and more consciously. <\/p>\n
Tree Climbing: Cornell University<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who never learned to climb a tree as a child can now receive college-level education on the subject through this course. <\/p>\n
American Golf: Aristocratic Pastime or the People\u2019s Game?: Carnegie Mellon<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, students learn about the history and social aspects of golf. <\/p>\n
Knitting for Noobs: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFor many students, it\u2019s totally worth the cost of a college course to learn how to knit a few scarves.<\/p>\n
Golf Course Management: Tarleton State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis practical course will teach students how to take care of those greens and pesky sand traps. <\/p>\n
Popular Culture<\/strong><\/h1>\nFocusing on popular culture phenomena and icons, these courses catch a lot of guff for their seemingly superficial subject matter.<\/p>\n
Oprah Winfrey: The Tycoon: University of Illinois, Urbana<\/strong><\/h4>\n While no longer offered, this course gave students a chance to look deep into the life of one of the most successful and recognizable women in the world.<\/p>\n
How to Watch Television: Montclair University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThough most of us are pretty adept at turning on the TV and vegging out, this course aims to teach students how to watch TV actively.<\/p>\n
Through the Darkness of Future-Past: An Exploration of David Lynch\u2019s Twin Peaks: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDelve into the weird world of this TV cult classic in this course.<\/p>\n
Breaking the Rules: An Intellectual Discussion of Fight Club: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile perhaps not the newest movie, this film (and the book it\u2019s based upon, presumably) still elicits enough interest to have a course that talks all about the issues addressed within it. <\/p>\n
Video Game History: Rise of a New Medium: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you loved your NES back in the day or can\u2019t get enough X Box, this course teaches students about the history of games and where they\u2019re headed in the future.<\/p>\n
The Future is Lost: TV Series as Cultural Phenomenon: Tufts University<\/strong><\/h4>\nSome people might feel that Lost deserves its own course just because it\u2019s so darn hard to figure out what\u2019s happening in the series, but this course goes deeper, examining the popularity of shows like this and their expansion into other media. <\/p>\n
Goldberg\u2019s Canon: Makin\u2019 Whoopi: Bates College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile not offered since 2004, this course was the first and only to examine the sometimes controversial public persona of this comedienne, actress and now daytime talk show host. <\/p>\n
Chosen: Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThose who were addicted to Buffy can now examine the series in-depth through the material presented in this course.<\/p>\n
The Office: Awesome, Awkward, & Addicting: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nLet\u2019s hope this course on the popular show isn\u2019t nearly as uncomfortable to watch. <\/p>\n
Calvin & Hobbes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis iconic comic was much more than just simple Saturday morning entertainment\u2013or so this course aims to show. <\/p>\n
Superheroes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat do superheroes really mean in our culture? Why create such figures? This course examines this and a myriad of other issues. <\/p>\n
American Pro Wrestling: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the words “MIT” and “pro wrestling” may not be two you\u2019d bring together, this course asks students at the tech-savvy school to think about the cultural implications of the often-theatrical wrestling world. <\/p>\n
American Soap Operas: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat is it about soap operas that make them so addicting? Students at MIT get a chance to delve into the logic behind these series in this course. <\/p>\n
It\u2019s News to Me: the Role of Media in Your Life: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nMost of us may not even realize how big of a role the media plays in our lives, but this course aims to bring it to the forefront. <\/p>\n
Zombies in Popular Media: Columbia College- Chicago<\/strong><\/h4>\nEvery year it seems like there are more and more movies about zombies. What is the fascination with these fictional creatures? Students at Columbia College can take this course and become zombie experts. <\/p>\n
Food and Drink<\/strong><\/h1>\nEverybody has to eat, so why not learn more about it from these courses?<\/p>\n
Food and Power in the Twentieth Century: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nIn this course, students learn how sometimes having all the food means having all the power. <\/p>\n
Kitchen Chemistry: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents in this course will learn how to turn their kitchens into their own private laboratories, teaching them not only about science but about cooking as well.<\/p>\n
Cultural Aspects of Food: Oneonta College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDo foods from your childhood elicit specific emotions from you? This course will delve into what the cultural connections we have with food are and why these relationships are so strong. <\/p>\n
Campus Culture and Drinking: Duke University<\/strong><\/h4>\nAs many students may have been sad to learn, this course doesn\u2019t encourage students to go get trashed, instead of asking them to more carefully consider the social and cultural aspects of drinking on campus.<\/p>\n
From Bean to Bar: The History, Politics, & Taste of Chocolate: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nChocoholics can take their love of the sweet substance one step further and learn how it goes from the field, gets processed and ends up in their mouths. <\/p>\n
Maple Syrup: The Real Thing: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile most students won\u2019t be pursuing a career as a maple syrup maker, this course offers to teach them everything they need to know about the business, should they decide they need a career change.<\/p>\n
Life Skills<\/strong><\/h1>\nCollege doesn\u2019t just have to be academic, as these courses that provide valuable life lessons prove.<\/p>\n
Tightwaddery, or The Good Life on a Dollar a Day: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the title might elicit some laughs, this course offers some sage advice on breaking the bonds of consumerism and fighting back against the status quo. And if that isn\u2019t part of a well-rounded college education then what is? <\/p>\n
Finding Dates Worth Keeping: University of Sioux Falls<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who find themselves constantly falling in love (or just in bed) with Mr. or Mrs. Wrong can take this course to learn to make better dating decisions. <\/p>\n
Field Equipment Operation: University of California, Davis<\/strong><\/h4>\nIt might have a fancy title, but this class gets down and dirty with teaching students how to drive a tractor. <\/p>\n
Getting Dressed: Princeton University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile many students wouldn\u2019t have made it to college without some idea of how to get dressed in the morning, this class takes it one step further and takes a look at what it really means <\/em>to wear those Uggs or backwards baseball cap. <\/p>\nBiblical Model for Home and Family: Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere you\u2019ll find a female-only course that will make all but the most traditional women bristle. With lessons on how to properly serve your husband and bake cookies, it\u2019s useful, no doubt\u2013but the lack of a male counterpart course is questionable.<\/p>\n
Furniture Making: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you might already feel like you know how to build furniture after a few intense Ikea assemblies, this course will teach you more in-depth ways of building just about anything around the home. <\/p>\n
How to Learn (Almost) Anything: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might seem odd to take a course on how to learn from the rest of your courses, this practical class from MIT asks students to use technology and tools to stretch their minds. <\/p>\n
Miscellaneous<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses touch on a wide range of interesting, if not always normal, subject matter.<\/p>\n
Nonviolent Responses to Terrorism: Swarthmore College<\/strong><\/h4>\nNews reports tell that most students today don\u2019t even know what year 9\/11 happened. With the memory of terrorism in the distant past (or so it seems) this course seems more and more relevant as anger fades and the American public grows tired of conflict.<\/p>\n
Stupidity: Occidental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat better topic to rail against at college than stupidity? This course examines it at depth from literary, social and philosophical perspectives. <\/p>\n
Daylighting: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course doesn\u2019t refer to the opposite of moonlighting, it is designed to help students learn how to better light things with, what else, the sun. <\/p>\n
Yes, some of these courses teeter between useful knowledge and just plain silly. Many however, offer great educational opportunities, even though the name doesn’t exactly reflect it. <\/p>\n
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Source: OnlineUniversities.com, 100 Hilarious College Courses that Really Exist<\/a><\/p>\n
While you might often feel like a zombie stumbling to your early morning classes, this course takes a deeper look at what is so fascinating and horrifying about these brain-craving monsters.<\/p>\n
History<\/strong><\/h1>\nLearn about the aspects of history that are often overlooked in these courses.<\/p>\n
The Phallus: Occidental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore the role this part of the male body has played in society from the early, often sexist works of Freud to newer feminist theories. <\/p>\n
American Degenerates: Brown University<\/strong><\/h4>\nLearn more about the relationship between writers and early Americans and their sense of personal identity in this course. <\/p>\n
Comparative History of Organized Crime: Williams College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the streets may be education enough for real gangsters, this course aims to teach students about the history and culture of the mafia around the world. <\/p>\n
European Witchcraft: Oneonta College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile so-called witches are still around today, you can learn about the origins of what people thought were witches and the often extreme and illogical measures they took to get rid of them. <\/p>\n
Sex, Rugs, Salt & Coal: Cornell University<\/strong><\/h4>\nNot only does this course have a snappy name, it also is full of topics students find compelling, including sex, slavery, money and more. <\/p>\n
Age of Piracy: Arizona State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nJohnny Depp\u2019s kooky but sexy Jack Sparrow has gotten many students interested in learning more about the pirating arts, and this course offers them the chance to take a look at the much less appealing, real-life lives of pirates. <\/p>\n
Sociology, Psychology, and Anthropology<\/strong><\/h1>\nGain a deeper understanding of social and cultural issues through these courses on often touchy subjects.<\/p>\n
The Lucifer Effect: Understanding How Good People Turn Evil: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course examines a question that many people ask themselves\u2013how can good people do bad things?<\/p>\n
Border Crossings, Borderlands: Transnational Feminist Perspectives on Immigration: University of Washington<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere you can understand what feminists think about immigration. <\/p>\n
The American Vacation: University of Iowa<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudy your vacation time more closely with the knowledge this historical and social course offers. <\/p>\n
Mail Order Brides? Understanding the Philippines in Southeast Asian Context: John Hopkins University<\/strong><\/h4>\nAs off-putting as it sounds to most people, mail order brides are a real thing, and students at this prestigious university can learn why the phenomenon exists and is so prevalent in the Philippines through this course. <\/p>\n
Whiteness: The Other Side of Racism: Mount Holyoke College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course teaches students about their role as white members of society and has been much criticized for promoting guilt about students\u2019 race. <\/p>\n
Alien Sex: University of Rochester<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore the weird, wild and depraved aspects of sex between humans and monsters alike. <\/p>\n
Daytime Serials: Family and Social Roles: University of Wisconsin<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents in Wisconsin can take this course that explores the familial relationships of characters on soap operas\u2013essential for those who just can\u2019t get enough of their programs.<\/p>\n
It\u2019s the End of the World as We Know It (And I Feel Fine): Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile we all hope the world won\u2019t be ending anytime soon, this course explores the variety of Armageddon scenarios out there and why we\u2019re so obsessed with the end of it all. [Alfred U] <\/p>\n
Purity and Porn in America: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, students can learn about the role between sexuality and modesty\u2013taking a hard look at the way it\u2019s dealt with in modern society. <\/p>\n
UFOs In American Society: Temple University<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you\u2019re the Fox Mulder type, then you\u2019ll be jealous of students at Temple U who get to learn more about the role of UFOs in popular culture in this course. <\/p>\n
The Good, the Bad, and the Revolting: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nYou might think you know what is revolting and what\u2019s not, but this course offers to teach you what it really means to be disgusting, shameful and pitiful\u2013among other things. [Alfred U]
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Science<\/strong><\/h1>\nMake your science education a little more interesting with these courses that draw on sexuality, garbage, and fiction for inspiration.<\/p>\n
The Science of Superheroes: University of California, Irvine<\/strong><\/h4>\n While it might sound like fun and games, this course takes superheroes as a means to teach students real lessons about physics. [U of California Irvine] <\/p>\n
The Science of Harry Potter: Frostburg State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nUnicorns and magical spells might not be real, but this course addresses the magical happenings of the Harry Potter series through a scientific lens, applying physics to things like quidditch.<\/p>\n
Joy of Garbage: University of California, Berkeley<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might sound like an ideal course for clutter-bugs, this course is actually designed to teach students how to manage garbage and encourage them to make less waste and recycle more. <\/p>\n
“Far Side” Entomology: Oregon State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThe much-beloved Far Side comics form the basis for this course that addresses the relationship between people and insects.<\/p>\n
Facial Reconstruction: University of Montana<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course isn\u2019t so much ridiculous as it is weird, being one of the few in the country that teaches students how to puzzle together the bones of the face to help figure out the identity of recovered remains. <\/p>\n
The Amazing World of Bubbles: California Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course isn\u2019t about bubble baths or even bubble wrap. Instead, it explores the energy potential of the bubble. <\/p>\n
FemSex: Carleton College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWomen of all ages and orientations enrolled in this course, teaching women about different definitions of sex, orgasms, sexual norms and even taboos like incest.<\/p>\n
Technology<\/strong><\/h1>\nWith technology becoming such a major part of everyday life, it\u2019s no wonder these courses have sprung up on college campuses nationwide.<\/p>\n
The Strategy of Starcraft: University of California, Berkeley<\/strong><\/h4>\nFans of this game say it\u2019s one of the most difficult to master, but this course at Berkeley aims to help students learn the game better through lessons from one of its creators. <\/p>\n
Cyberporn and Society: University of New York-Buffalo<\/strong><\/h4>\nWIth the internet housing more porn that one could look at in a lifetime, this course explores the role of porn in the development of the web and the effects it has had on relationships and expectations. <\/p>\n
Cyberfeminism: Cornell University<\/strong><\/h4>\nLearn just what the heck cyberfeminism is in this course. <\/p>\n
Learning from YouTube: Pitzer College<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you can\u2019t figure out how to watch videos and learn on your own, this course will teach you how. <\/p>\n
Personal Robots: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLike something out of the Jetsons, this course offers students a chance to learn about the development of little helper robots.<\/p>\n
Human Computer Interaction: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you love or hate your computer, you can learn more about the relationships people develop with their machines from this course.<\/p>\n
The Anthropology of Computing: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat role does your computer play in your life? In society? This course examines how computers function in culture and change human communications. <\/p>\n
Lego Robotics: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLegos can help you build more than just that TIE Fighter, they can also be used to make real robots, as this course will show students.<\/p>\n
Human Beings and the Machines of Sunshine: Rice University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile this course is based on the technical, it addresses more of the social issues that have arisen since machines have become more and more a part of daily life. <\/p>\n
Street-Fighting Mathematics: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile math and street-fighting aren\u2019t two things that logically fall together, this course shows students that there is a way to analyze fighting through a mathematical pattern\u2013something that might get you beat up in the first place.<\/p>\n
Games and Civic Engagement: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLearn about the role video games might play in the future of education and community programs through this course. <\/p>\n
Philosophy<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses promise to help you think deeply about philosophical and religious issues while often using pop culture as a reference point.<\/p>\n
The Simpsons and Philosophy: University of California, Berkeley<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the Simpsons may appear to be just good entertainment, this course shows the deeper philosophical issues under all those “d\u2019ohs.” <\/p>\n
Philosophy and Star Trek: Georgetown University<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who take this class will not only get to watch Star Trek, but delve into the issues the show discusses like time travel, a sense of reality, free will and more. <\/p>\n
Star Trek and Religion: U of Indiana<\/strong><\/h4>\nLook at religion through the lens of the Star Trek world, with discussions that address both supporting and criticizing religion. <\/p>\n
Myth and Science Fiction: Star Wars, The Matrix, and Lord of the Rings: Centre College<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore larger issues of myth and speculative fiction through these popular movies. <\/p>\n
Taking Marx Seriously: Amherst University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThe oddest thing about this course\u2019s name is that it implies that people haven\u2019t been taking Marx seriously, odd considering the antipathy towards the economist and social theorist since the Cold War. <\/p>\n
Music<\/strong><\/h1>\nExplore music from some different perspectives in these courses.<\/p>\n
Queer Musicology: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nAccording to this course, those who are homosexual create and experience music differently than their straight counterparts. While many experts in the field see this as a growing field of study, most outside were quite critical when this course was introduced in the 90s. <\/p>\n
History of Electronic Dance Music: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you love clubbing or just the thudding beats of dance music, you can learn more about where it came from and where it\u2019s going in this course. <\/p>\n
The Beatles: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nTrue Beatles fans can learn everything there is to know about the band in this course, though unfortunately there is no extra credit for mastering their catalog on Expert on Rock Band. <\/p>\n
Nuthin\u2019 but a \u2018G\u2019 Thang: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nEmbrace your inner thug with this course that explores the history of gangsta rap. <\/p>\n
Introduction to Turntablism: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who have dreamt of being great DJs can add to their college experience by taking this class on the art and business of operating the turntable.<\/p>\n
Visual Arts<\/strong><\/h1>\nFrom video games to horror films, these courses help college students analyze visual culture.<\/p>\n
Underwater Basket Weaving: Reed College<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere it is, the course that has been the butt of numerous jokes about the declining quality of college education in America. Yes, it really exists and you can take it at this school and others for credit. <\/p>\n
Muppet Magic: Jim Henson\u2019s Art: UC Santa Cruz<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore the fine art of elaborate puppetry through this course.<\/p>\n
Dirty Pictures: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nTake a look at the history and art of sexy, dirty and explicit photos in this course. <\/p>\n
The Horror Film in Context: Bowodin College<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you love a good scare, consider this course at Bowdoin to gain a better understanding of the format of the horror film. <\/p>\n
The Road Movie: Barnard College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFrom Easy Rider <\/em>to Thelma and Louise, <\/em>this course looks at the road trip movie and the concept of the journey. Curiously omitted was the college age favorite Road Trip.<\/em> <\/p>\nThe Art of Sin and the Sin of Art: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course will look not only at controversial artwork but also at the practice of creating art and its moral implications. <\/p>\n
The Art of Warcraft: A Closer Look at the Virtual World Phenomenon: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, nerds and artists alike can learn about the aesthetics of the video game world.<\/p>\n
Physical Education and Recreation<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses help students all over the nation stay in shape and get active.<\/p>\n
PE for ME: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course is pretty much phys ed for nerds, using physical activity to teach lessons about mechanical engineering. <\/p>\n
Xtreme Lit: Northern Illinois University<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you like to get totally extreme, then this course would be for you, asking students to engage in sometimes adventurous recreational activities while reading authors who loved the great outdoors. <\/p>\n
Whitewater Skills: West Virginia University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat would college be without learning how to manage some rapids? This course offers to teach students just that.<\/p>\n
Circus Stunts: Triton College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you want to join the circus or just need a more interesting workout, this course can teach you all kinds of acrobatics. <\/p>\n
The Art of Walking: Centre College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you would think that most able-bodied students would know how to walk by the time they entered college, this course hopes to teach them to do it better, and more consciously. <\/p>\n
Tree Climbing: Cornell University<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who never learned to climb a tree as a child can now receive college-level education on the subject through this course. <\/p>\n
American Golf: Aristocratic Pastime or the People\u2019s Game?: Carnegie Mellon<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, students learn about the history and social aspects of golf. <\/p>\n
Knitting for Noobs: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFor many students, it\u2019s totally worth the cost of a college course to learn how to knit a few scarves.<\/p>\n
Golf Course Management: Tarleton State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis practical course will teach students how to take care of those greens and pesky sand traps. <\/p>\n
Popular Culture<\/strong><\/h1>\nFocusing on popular culture phenomena and icons, these courses catch a lot of guff for their seemingly superficial subject matter.<\/p>\n
Oprah Winfrey: The Tycoon: University of Illinois, Urbana<\/strong><\/h4>\n While no longer offered, this course gave students a chance to look deep into the life of one of the most successful and recognizable women in the world.<\/p>\n
How to Watch Television: Montclair University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThough most of us are pretty adept at turning on the TV and vegging out, this course aims to teach students how to watch TV actively.<\/p>\n
Through the Darkness of Future-Past: An Exploration of David Lynch\u2019s Twin Peaks: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDelve into the weird world of this TV cult classic in this course.<\/p>\n
Breaking the Rules: An Intellectual Discussion of Fight Club: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile perhaps not the newest movie, this film (and the book it\u2019s based upon, presumably) still elicits enough interest to have a course that talks all about the issues addressed within it. <\/p>\n
Video Game History: Rise of a New Medium: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you loved your NES back in the day or can\u2019t get enough X Box, this course teaches students about the history of games and where they\u2019re headed in the future.<\/p>\n
The Future is Lost: TV Series as Cultural Phenomenon: Tufts University<\/strong><\/h4>\nSome people might feel that Lost deserves its own course just because it\u2019s so darn hard to figure out what\u2019s happening in the series, but this course goes deeper, examining the popularity of shows like this and their expansion into other media. <\/p>\n
Goldberg\u2019s Canon: Makin\u2019 Whoopi: Bates College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile not offered since 2004, this course was the first and only to examine the sometimes controversial public persona of this comedienne, actress and now daytime talk show host. <\/p>\n
Chosen: Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThose who were addicted to Buffy can now examine the series in-depth through the material presented in this course.<\/p>\n
The Office: Awesome, Awkward, & Addicting: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nLet\u2019s hope this course on the popular show isn\u2019t nearly as uncomfortable to watch. <\/p>\n
Calvin & Hobbes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis iconic comic was much more than just simple Saturday morning entertainment\u2013or so this course aims to show. <\/p>\n
Superheroes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat do superheroes really mean in our culture? Why create such figures? This course examines this and a myriad of other issues. <\/p>\n
American Pro Wrestling: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the words “MIT” and “pro wrestling” may not be two you\u2019d bring together, this course asks students at the tech-savvy school to think about the cultural implications of the often-theatrical wrestling world. <\/p>\n
American Soap Operas: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat is it about soap operas that make them so addicting? Students at MIT get a chance to delve into the logic behind these series in this course. <\/p>\n
It\u2019s News to Me: the Role of Media in Your Life: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nMost of us may not even realize how big of a role the media plays in our lives, but this course aims to bring it to the forefront. <\/p>\n
Zombies in Popular Media: Columbia College- Chicago<\/strong><\/h4>\nEvery year it seems like there are more and more movies about zombies. What is the fascination with these fictional creatures? Students at Columbia College can take this course and become zombie experts. <\/p>\n
Food and Drink<\/strong><\/h1>\nEverybody has to eat, so why not learn more about it from these courses?<\/p>\n
Food and Power in the Twentieth Century: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nIn this course, students learn how sometimes having all the food means having all the power. <\/p>\n
Kitchen Chemistry: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents in this course will learn how to turn their kitchens into their own private laboratories, teaching them not only about science but about cooking as well.<\/p>\n
Cultural Aspects of Food: Oneonta College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDo foods from your childhood elicit specific emotions from you? This course will delve into what the cultural connections we have with food are and why these relationships are so strong. <\/p>\n
Campus Culture and Drinking: Duke University<\/strong><\/h4>\nAs many students may have been sad to learn, this course doesn\u2019t encourage students to go get trashed, instead of asking them to more carefully consider the social and cultural aspects of drinking on campus.<\/p>\n
From Bean to Bar: The History, Politics, & Taste of Chocolate: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nChocoholics can take their love of the sweet substance one step further and learn how it goes from the field, gets processed and ends up in their mouths. <\/p>\n
Maple Syrup: The Real Thing: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile most students won\u2019t be pursuing a career as a maple syrup maker, this course offers to teach them everything they need to know about the business, should they decide they need a career change.<\/p>\n
Life Skills<\/strong><\/h1>\nCollege doesn\u2019t just have to be academic, as these courses that provide valuable life lessons prove.<\/p>\n
Tightwaddery, or The Good Life on a Dollar a Day: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the title might elicit some laughs, this course offers some sage advice on breaking the bonds of consumerism and fighting back against the status quo. And if that isn\u2019t part of a well-rounded college education then what is? <\/p>\n
Finding Dates Worth Keeping: University of Sioux Falls<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who find themselves constantly falling in love (or just in bed) with Mr. or Mrs. Wrong can take this course to learn to make better dating decisions. <\/p>\n
Field Equipment Operation: University of California, Davis<\/strong><\/h4>\nIt might have a fancy title, but this class gets down and dirty with teaching students how to drive a tractor. <\/p>\n
Getting Dressed: Princeton University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile many students wouldn\u2019t have made it to college without some idea of how to get dressed in the morning, this class takes it one step further and takes a look at what it really means <\/em>to wear those Uggs or backwards baseball cap. <\/p>\nBiblical Model for Home and Family: Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere you\u2019ll find a female-only course that will make all but the most traditional women bristle. With lessons on how to properly serve your husband and bake cookies, it\u2019s useful, no doubt\u2013but the lack of a male counterpart course is questionable.<\/p>\n
Furniture Making: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you might already feel like you know how to build furniture after a few intense Ikea assemblies, this course will teach you more in-depth ways of building just about anything around the home. <\/p>\n
How to Learn (Almost) Anything: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might seem odd to take a course on how to learn from the rest of your courses, this practical class from MIT asks students to use technology and tools to stretch their minds. <\/p>\n
Miscellaneous<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses touch on a wide range of interesting, if not always normal, subject matter.<\/p>\n
Nonviolent Responses to Terrorism: Swarthmore College<\/strong><\/h4>\nNews reports tell that most students today don\u2019t even know what year 9\/11 happened. With the memory of terrorism in the distant past (or so it seems) this course seems more and more relevant as anger fades and the American public grows tired of conflict.<\/p>\n
Stupidity: Occidental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat better topic to rail against at college than stupidity? This course examines it at depth from literary, social and philosophical perspectives. <\/p>\n
Daylighting: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course doesn\u2019t refer to the opposite of moonlighting, it is designed to help students learn how to better light things with, what else, the sun. <\/p>\n
Yes, some of these courses teeter between useful knowledge and just plain silly. Many however, offer great educational opportunities, even though the name doesn’t exactly reflect it. <\/p>\n
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Source: OnlineUniversities.com, 100 Hilarious College Courses that Really Exist<\/a><\/p>\n
Explore the role this part of the male body has played in society from the early, often sexist works of Freud to newer feminist theories. <\/p>\n
American Degenerates: Brown University<\/strong><\/h4>\nLearn more about the relationship between writers and early Americans and their sense of personal identity in this course. <\/p>\n
Comparative History of Organized Crime: Williams College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the streets may be education enough for real gangsters, this course aims to teach students about the history and culture of the mafia around the world. <\/p>\n
European Witchcraft: Oneonta College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile so-called witches are still around today, you can learn about the origins of what people thought were witches and the often extreme and illogical measures they took to get rid of them. <\/p>\n
Sex, Rugs, Salt & Coal: Cornell University<\/strong><\/h4>\nNot only does this course have a snappy name, it also is full of topics students find compelling, including sex, slavery, money and more. <\/p>\n
Age of Piracy: Arizona State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nJohnny Depp\u2019s kooky but sexy Jack Sparrow has gotten many students interested in learning more about the pirating arts, and this course offers them the chance to take a look at the much less appealing, real-life lives of pirates. <\/p>\n
Sociology, Psychology, and Anthropology<\/strong><\/h1>\nGain a deeper understanding of social and cultural issues through these courses on often touchy subjects.<\/p>\n
The Lucifer Effect: Understanding How Good People Turn Evil: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course examines a question that many people ask themselves\u2013how can good people do bad things?<\/p>\n
Border Crossings, Borderlands: Transnational Feminist Perspectives on Immigration: University of Washington<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere you can understand what feminists think about immigration. <\/p>\n
The American Vacation: University of Iowa<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudy your vacation time more closely with the knowledge this historical and social course offers. <\/p>\n
Mail Order Brides? Understanding the Philippines in Southeast Asian Context: John Hopkins University<\/strong><\/h4>\nAs off-putting as it sounds to most people, mail order brides are a real thing, and students at this prestigious university can learn why the phenomenon exists and is so prevalent in the Philippines through this course. <\/p>\n
Whiteness: The Other Side of Racism: Mount Holyoke College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course teaches students about their role as white members of society and has been much criticized for promoting guilt about students\u2019 race. <\/p>\n
Alien Sex: University of Rochester<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore the weird, wild and depraved aspects of sex between humans and monsters alike. <\/p>\n
Daytime Serials: Family and Social Roles: University of Wisconsin<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents in Wisconsin can take this course that explores the familial relationships of characters on soap operas\u2013essential for those who just can\u2019t get enough of their programs.<\/p>\n
It\u2019s the End of the World as We Know It (And I Feel Fine): Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile we all hope the world won\u2019t be ending anytime soon, this course explores the variety of Armageddon scenarios out there and why we\u2019re so obsessed with the end of it all. [Alfred U] <\/p>\n
Purity and Porn in America: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, students can learn about the role between sexuality and modesty\u2013taking a hard look at the way it\u2019s dealt with in modern society. <\/p>\n
UFOs In American Society: Temple University<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you\u2019re the Fox Mulder type, then you\u2019ll be jealous of students at Temple U who get to learn more about the role of UFOs in popular culture in this course. <\/p>\n
The Good, the Bad, and the Revolting: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nYou might think you know what is revolting and what\u2019s not, but this course offers to teach you what it really means to be disgusting, shameful and pitiful\u2013among other things. [Alfred U]
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Science<\/strong><\/h1>\nMake your science education a little more interesting with these courses that draw on sexuality, garbage, and fiction for inspiration.<\/p>\n
The Science of Superheroes: University of California, Irvine<\/strong><\/h4>\n While it might sound like fun and games, this course takes superheroes as a means to teach students real lessons about physics. [U of California Irvine] <\/p>\n
The Science of Harry Potter: Frostburg State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nUnicorns and magical spells might not be real, but this course addresses the magical happenings of the Harry Potter series through a scientific lens, applying physics to things like quidditch.<\/p>\n
Joy of Garbage: University of California, Berkeley<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might sound like an ideal course for clutter-bugs, this course is actually designed to teach students how to manage garbage and encourage them to make less waste and recycle more. <\/p>\n
“Far Side” Entomology: Oregon State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThe much-beloved Far Side comics form the basis for this course that addresses the relationship between people and insects.<\/p>\n
Facial Reconstruction: University of Montana<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course isn\u2019t so much ridiculous as it is weird, being one of the few in the country that teaches students how to puzzle together the bones of the face to help figure out the identity of recovered remains. <\/p>\n
The Amazing World of Bubbles: California Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course isn\u2019t about bubble baths or even bubble wrap. Instead, it explores the energy potential of the bubble. <\/p>\n
FemSex: Carleton College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWomen of all ages and orientations enrolled in this course, teaching women about different definitions of sex, orgasms, sexual norms and even taboos like incest.<\/p>\n
Technology<\/strong><\/h1>\nWith technology becoming such a major part of everyday life, it\u2019s no wonder these courses have sprung up on college campuses nationwide.<\/p>\n
The Strategy of Starcraft: University of California, Berkeley<\/strong><\/h4>\nFans of this game say it\u2019s one of the most difficult to master, but this course at Berkeley aims to help students learn the game better through lessons from one of its creators. <\/p>\n
Cyberporn and Society: University of New York-Buffalo<\/strong><\/h4>\nWIth the internet housing more porn that one could look at in a lifetime, this course explores the role of porn in the development of the web and the effects it has had on relationships and expectations. <\/p>\n
Cyberfeminism: Cornell University<\/strong><\/h4>\nLearn just what the heck cyberfeminism is in this course. <\/p>\n
Learning from YouTube: Pitzer College<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you can\u2019t figure out how to watch videos and learn on your own, this course will teach you how. <\/p>\n
Personal Robots: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLike something out of the Jetsons, this course offers students a chance to learn about the development of little helper robots.<\/p>\n
Human Computer Interaction: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you love or hate your computer, you can learn more about the relationships people develop with their machines from this course.<\/p>\n
The Anthropology of Computing: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat role does your computer play in your life? In society? This course examines how computers function in culture and change human communications. <\/p>\n
Lego Robotics: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLegos can help you build more than just that TIE Fighter, they can also be used to make real robots, as this course will show students.<\/p>\n
Human Beings and the Machines of Sunshine: Rice University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile this course is based on the technical, it addresses more of the social issues that have arisen since machines have become more and more a part of daily life. <\/p>\n
Street-Fighting Mathematics: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile math and street-fighting aren\u2019t two things that logically fall together, this course shows students that there is a way to analyze fighting through a mathematical pattern\u2013something that might get you beat up in the first place.<\/p>\n
Games and Civic Engagement: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLearn about the role video games might play in the future of education and community programs through this course. <\/p>\n
Philosophy<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses promise to help you think deeply about philosophical and religious issues while often using pop culture as a reference point.<\/p>\n
The Simpsons and Philosophy: University of California, Berkeley<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the Simpsons may appear to be just good entertainment, this course shows the deeper philosophical issues under all those “d\u2019ohs.” <\/p>\n
Philosophy and Star Trek: Georgetown University<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who take this class will not only get to watch Star Trek, but delve into the issues the show discusses like time travel, a sense of reality, free will and more. <\/p>\n
Star Trek and Religion: U of Indiana<\/strong><\/h4>\nLook at religion through the lens of the Star Trek world, with discussions that address both supporting and criticizing religion. <\/p>\n
Myth and Science Fiction: Star Wars, The Matrix, and Lord of the Rings: Centre College<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore larger issues of myth and speculative fiction through these popular movies. <\/p>\n
Taking Marx Seriously: Amherst University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThe oddest thing about this course\u2019s name is that it implies that people haven\u2019t been taking Marx seriously, odd considering the antipathy towards the economist and social theorist since the Cold War. <\/p>\n
Music<\/strong><\/h1>\nExplore music from some different perspectives in these courses.<\/p>\n
Queer Musicology: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nAccording to this course, those who are homosexual create and experience music differently than their straight counterparts. While many experts in the field see this as a growing field of study, most outside were quite critical when this course was introduced in the 90s. <\/p>\n
History of Electronic Dance Music: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you love clubbing or just the thudding beats of dance music, you can learn more about where it came from and where it\u2019s going in this course. <\/p>\n
The Beatles: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nTrue Beatles fans can learn everything there is to know about the band in this course, though unfortunately there is no extra credit for mastering their catalog on Expert on Rock Band. <\/p>\n
Nuthin\u2019 but a \u2018G\u2019 Thang: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nEmbrace your inner thug with this course that explores the history of gangsta rap. <\/p>\n
Introduction to Turntablism: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who have dreamt of being great DJs can add to their college experience by taking this class on the art and business of operating the turntable.<\/p>\n
Visual Arts<\/strong><\/h1>\nFrom video games to horror films, these courses help college students analyze visual culture.<\/p>\n
Underwater Basket Weaving: Reed College<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere it is, the course that has been the butt of numerous jokes about the declining quality of college education in America. Yes, it really exists and you can take it at this school and others for credit. <\/p>\n
Muppet Magic: Jim Henson\u2019s Art: UC Santa Cruz<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore the fine art of elaborate puppetry through this course.<\/p>\n
Dirty Pictures: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nTake a look at the history and art of sexy, dirty and explicit photos in this course. <\/p>\n
The Horror Film in Context: Bowodin College<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you love a good scare, consider this course at Bowdoin to gain a better understanding of the format of the horror film. <\/p>\n
The Road Movie: Barnard College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFrom Easy Rider <\/em>to Thelma and Louise, <\/em>this course looks at the road trip movie and the concept of the journey. Curiously omitted was the college age favorite Road Trip.<\/em> <\/p>\nThe Art of Sin and the Sin of Art: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course will look not only at controversial artwork but also at the practice of creating art and its moral implications. <\/p>\n
The Art of Warcraft: A Closer Look at the Virtual World Phenomenon: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, nerds and artists alike can learn about the aesthetics of the video game world.<\/p>\n
Physical Education and Recreation<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses help students all over the nation stay in shape and get active.<\/p>\n
PE for ME: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course is pretty much phys ed for nerds, using physical activity to teach lessons about mechanical engineering. <\/p>\n
Xtreme Lit: Northern Illinois University<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you like to get totally extreme, then this course would be for you, asking students to engage in sometimes adventurous recreational activities while reading authors who loved the great outdoors. <\/p>\n
Whitewater Skills: West Virginia University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat would college be without learning how to manage some rapids? This course offers to teach students just that.<\/p>\n
Circus Stunts: Triton College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you want to join the circus or just need a more interesting workout, this course can teach you all kinds of acrobatics. <\/p>\n
The Art of Walking: Centre College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you would think that most able-bodied students would know how to walk by the time they entered college, this course hopes to teach them to do it better, and more consciously. <\/p>\n
Tree Climbing: Cornell University<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who never learned to climb a tree as a child can now receive college-level education on the subject through this course. <\/p>\n
American Golf: Aristocratic Pastime or the People\u2019s Game?: Carnegie Mellon<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, students learn about the history and social aspects of golf. <\/p>\n
Knitting for Noobs: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFor many students, it\u2019s totally worth the cost of a college course to learn how to knit a few scarves.<\/p>\n
Golf Course Management: Tarleton State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis practical course will teach students how to take care of those greens and pesky sand traps. <\/p>\n
Popular Culture<\/strong><\/h1>\nFocusing on popular culture phenomena and icons, these courses catch a lot of guff for their seemingly superficial subject matter.<\/p>\n
Oprah Winfrey: The Tycoon: University of Illinois, Urbana<\/strong><\/h4>\n While no longer offered, this course gave students a chance to look deep into the life of one of the most successful and recognizable women in the world.<\/p>\n
How to Watch Television: Montclair University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThough most of us are pretty adept at turning on the TV and vegging out, this course aims to teach students how to watch TV actively.<\/p>\n
Through the Darkness of Future-Past: An Exploration of David Lynch\u2019s Twin Peaks: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDelve into the weird world of this TV cult classic in this course.<\/p>\n
Breaking the Rules: An Intellectual Discussion of Fight Club: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile perhaps not the newest movie, this film (and the book it\u2019s based upon, presumably) still elicits enough interest to have a course that talks all about the issues addressed within it. <\/p>\n
Video Game History: Rise of a New Medium: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you loved your NES back in the day or can\u2019t get enough X Box, this course teaches students about the history of games and where they\u2019re headed in the future.<\/p>\n
The Future is Lost: TV Series as Cultural Phenomenon: Tufts University<\/strong><\/h4>\nSome people might feel that Lost deserves its own course just because it\u2019s so darn hard to figure out what\u2019s happening in the series, but this course goes deeper, examining the popularity of shows like this and their expansion into other media. <\/p>\n
Goldberg\u2019s Canon: Makin\u2019 Whoopi: Bates College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile not offered since 2004, this course was the first and only to examine the sometimes controversial public persona of this comedienne, actress and now daytime talk show host. <\/p>\n
Chosen: Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThose who were addicted to Buffy can now examine the series in-depth through the material presented in this course.<\/p>\n
The Office: Awesome, Awkward, & Addicting: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nLet\u2019s hope this course on the popular show isn\u2019t nearly as uncomfortable to watch. <\/p>\n
Calvin & Hobbes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis iconic comic was much more than just simple Saturday morning entertainment\u2013or so this course aims to show. <\/p>\n
Superheroes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat do superheroes really mean in our culture? Why create such figures? This course examines this and a myriad of other issues. <\/p>\n
American Pro Wrestling: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the words “MIT” and “pro wrestling” may not be two you\u2019d bring together, this course asks students at the tech-savvy school to think about the cultural implications of the often-theatrical wrestling world. <\/p>\n
American Soap Operas: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat is it about soap operas that make them so addicting? Students at MIT get a chance to delve into the logic behind these series in this course. <\/p>\n
It\u2019s News to Me: the Role of Media in Your Life: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nMost of us may not even realize how big of a role the media plays in our lives, but this course aims to bring it to the forefront. <\/p>\n
Zombies in Popular Media: Columbia College- Chicago<\/strong><\/h4>\nEvery year it seems like there are more and more movies about zombies. What is the fascination with these fictional creatures? Students at Columbia College can take this course and become zombie experts. <\/p>\n
Food and Drink<\/strong><\/h1>\nEverybody has to eat, so why not learn more about it from these courses?<\/p>\n
Food and Power in the Twentieth Century: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nIn this course, students learn how sometimes having all the food means having all the power. <\/p>\n
Kitchen Chemistry: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents in this course will learn how to turn their kitchens into their own private laboratories, teaching them not only about science but about cooking as well.<\/p>\n
Cultural Aspects of Food: Oneonta College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDo foods from your childhood elicit specific emotions from you? This course will delve into what the cultural connections we have with food are and why these relationships are so strong. <\/p>\n
Campus Culture and Drinking: Duke University<\/strong><\/h4>\nAs many students may have been sad to learn, this course doesn\u2019t encourage students to go get trashed, instead of asking them to more carefully consider the social and cultural aspects of drinking on campus.<\/p>\n
From Bean to Bar: The History, Politics, & Taste of Chocolate: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nChocoholics can take their love of the sweet substance one step further and learn how it goes from the field, gets processed and ends up in their mouths. <\/p>\n
Maple Syrup: The Real Thing: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile most students won\u2019t be pursuing a career as a maple syrup maker, this course offers to teach them everything they need to know about the business, should they decide they need a career change.<\/p>\n
Life Skills<\/strong><\/h1>\nCollege doesn\u2019t just have to be academic, as these courses that provide valuable life lessons prove.<\/p>\n
Tightwaddery, or The Good Life on a Dollar a Day: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the title might elicit some laughs, this course offers some sage advice on breaking the bonds of consumerism and fighting back against the status quo. And if that isn\u2019t part of a well-rounded college education then what is? <\/p>\n
Finding Dates Worth Keeping: University of Sioux Falls<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who find themselves constantly falling in love (or just in bed) with Mr. or Mrs. Wrong can take this course to learn to make better dating decisions. <\/p>\n
Field Equipment Operation: University of California, Davis<\/strong><\/h4>\nIt might have a fancy title, but this class gets down and dirty with teaching students how to drive a tractor. <\/p>\n
Getting Dressed: Princeton University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile many students wouldn\u2019t have made it to college without some idea of how to get dressed in the morning, this class takes it one step further and takes a look at what it really means <\/em>to wear those Uggs or backwards baseball cap. <\/p>\nBiblical Model for Home and Family: Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere you\u2019ll find a female-only course that will make all but the most traditional women bristle. With lessons on how to properly serve your husband and bake cookies, it\u2019s useful, no doubt\u2013but the lack of a male counterpart course is questionable.<\/p>\n
Furniture Making: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you might already feel like you know how to build furniture after a few intense Ikea assemblies, this course will teach you more in-depth ways of building just about anything around the home. <\/p>\n
How to Learn (Almost) Anything: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might seem odd to take a course on how to learn from the rest of your courses, this practical class from MIT asks students to use technology and tools to stretch their minds. <\/p>\n
Miscellaneous<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses touch on a wide range of interesting, if not always normal, subject matter.<\/p>\n
Nonviolent Responses to Terrorism: Swarthmore College<\/strong><\/h4>\nNews reports tell that most students today don\u2019t even know what year 9\/11 happened. With the memory of terrorism in the distant past (or so it seems) this course seems more and more relevant as anger fades and the American public grows tired of conflict.<\/p>\n
Stupidity: Occidental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat better topic to rail against at college than stupidity? This course examines it at depth from literary, social and philosophical perspectives. <\/p>\n
Daylighting: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course doesn\u2019t refer to the opposite of moonlighting, it is designed to help students learn how to better light things with, what else, the sun. <\/p>\n
Yes, some of these courses teeter between useful knowledge and just plain silly. Many however, offer great educational opportunities, even though the name doesn’t exactly reflect it. <\/p>\n
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Source: OnlineUniversities.com, 100 Hilarious College Courses that Really Exist<\/a><\/p>\n
While the streets may be education enough for real gangsters, this course aims to teach students about the history and culture of the mafia around the world. <\/p>\n
European Witchcraft: Oneonta College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile so-called witches are still around today, you can learn about the origins of what people thought were witches and the often extreme and illogical measures they took to get rid of them. <\/p>\n
Sex, Rugs, Salt & Coal: Cornell University<\/strong><\/h4>\nNot only does this course have a snappy name, it also is full of topics students find compelling, including sex, slavery, money and more. <\/p>\n
Age of Piracy: Arizona State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nJohnny Depp\u2019s kooky but sexy Jack Sparrow has gotten many students interested in learning more about the pirating arts, and this course offers them the chance to take a look at the much less appealing, real-life lives of pirates. <\/p>\n
Sociology, Psychology, and Anthropology<\/strong><\/h1>\nGain a deeper understanding of social and cultural issues through these courses on often touchy subjects.<\/p>\n
The Lucifer Effect: Understanding How Good People Turn Evil: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course examines a question that many people ask themselves\u2013how can good people do bad things?<\/p>\n
Border Crossings, Borderlands: Transnational Feminist Perspectives on Immigration: University of Washington<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere you can understand what feminists think about immigration. <\/p>\n
The American Vacation: University of Iowa<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudy your vacation time more closely with the knowledge this historical and social course offers. <\/p>\n
Mail Order Brides? Understanding the Philippines in Southeast Asian Context: John Hopkins University<\/strong><\/h4>\nAs off-putting as it sounds to most people, mail order brides are a real thing, and students at this prestigious university can learn why the phenomenon exists and is so prevalent in the Philippines through this course. <\/p>\n
Whiteness: The Other Side of Racism: Mount Holyoke College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course teaches students about their role as white members of society and has been much criticized for promoting guilt about students\u2019 race. <\/p>\n
Alien Sex: University of Rochester<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore the weird, wild and depraved aspects of sex between humans and monsters alike. <\/p>\n
Daytime Serials: Family and Social Roles: University of Wisconsin<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents in Wisconsin can take this course that explores the familial relationships of characters on soap operas\u2013essential for those who just can\u2019t get enough of their programs.<\/p>\n
It\u2019s the End of the World as We Know It (And I Feel Fine): Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile we all hope the world won\u2019t be ending anytime soon, this course explores the variety of Armageddon scenarios out there and why we\u2019re so obsessed with the end of it all. [Alfred U] <\/p>\n
Purity and Porn in America: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, students can learn about the role between sexuality and modesty\u2013taking a hard look at the way it\u2019s dealt with in modern society. <\/p>\n
UFOs In American Society: Temple University<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you\u2019re the Fox Mulder type, then you\u2019ll be jealous of students at Temple U who get to learn more about the role of UFOs in popular culture in this course. <\/p>\n
The Good, the Bad, and the Revolting: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nYou might think you know what is revolting and what\u2019s not, but this course offers to teach you what it really means to be disgusting, shameful and pitiful\u2013among other things. [Alfred U]
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Science<\/strong><\/h1>\nMake your science education a little more interesting with these courses that draw on sexuality, garbage, and fiction for inspiration.<\/p>\n
The Science of Superheroes: University of California, Irvine<\/strong><\/h4>\n While it might sound like fun and games, this course takes superheroes as a means to teach students real lessons about physics. [U of California Irvine] <\/p>\n
The Science of Harry Potter: Frostburg State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nUnicorns and magical spells might not be real, but this course addresses the magical happenings of the Harry Potter series through a scientific lens, applying physics to things like quidditch.<\/p>\n
Joy of Garbage: University of California, Berkeley<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might sound like an ideal course for clutter-bugs, this course is actually designed to teach students how to manage garbage and encourage them to make less waste and recycle more. <\/p>\n
“Far Side” Entomology: Oregon State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThe much-beloved Far Side comics form the basis for this course that addresses the relationship between people and insects.<\/p>\n
Facial Reconstruction: University of Montana<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course isn\u2019t so much ridiculous as it is weird, being one of the few in the country that teaches students how to puzzle together the bones of the face to help figure out the identity of recovered remains. <\/p>\n
The Amazing World of Bubbles: California Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course isn\u2019t about bubble baths or even bubble wrap. Instead, it explores the energy potential of the bubble. <\/p>\n
FemSex: Carleton College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWomen of all ages and orientations enrolled in this course, teaching women about different definitions of sex, orgasms, sexual norms and even taboos like incest.<\/p>\n
Technology<\/strong><\/h1>\nWith technology becoming such a major part of everyday life, it\u2019s no wonder these courses have sprung up on college campuses nationwide.<\/p>\n
The Strategy of Starcraft: University of California, Berkeley<\/strong><\/h4>\nFans of this game say it\u2019s one of the most difficult to master, but this course at Berkeley aims to help students learn the game better through lessons from one of its creators. <\/p>\n
Cyberporn and Society: University of New York-Buffalo<\/strong><\/h4>\nWIth the internet housing more porn that one could look at in a lifetime, this course explores the role of porn in the development of the web and the effects it has had on relationships and expectations. <\/p>\n
Cyberfeminism: Cornell University<\/strong><\/h4>\nLearn just what the heck cyberfeminism is in this course. <\/p>\n
Learning from YouTube: Pitzer College<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you can\u2019t figure out how to watch videos and learn on your own, this course will teach you how. <\/p>\n
Personal Robots: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLike something out of the Jetsons, this course offers students a chance to learn about the development of little helper robots.<\/p>\n
Human Computer Interaction: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you love or hate your computer, you can learn more about the relationships people develop with their machines from this course.<\/p>\n
The Anthropology of Computing: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat role does your computer play in your life? In society? This course examines how computers function in culture and change human communications. <\/p>\n
Lego Robotics: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLegos can help you build more than just that TIE Fighter, they can also be used to make real robots, as this course will show students.<\/p>\n
Human Beings and the Machines of Sunshine: Rice University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile this course is based on the technical, it addresses more of the social issues that have arisen since machines have become more and more a part of daily life. <\/p>\n
Street-Fighting Mathematics: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile math and street-fighting aren\u2019t two things that logically fall together, this course shows students that there is a way to analyze fighting through a mathematical pattern\u2013something that might get you beat up in the first place.<\/p>\n
Games and Civic Engagement: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLearn about the role video games might play in the future of education and community programs through this course. <\/p>\n
Philosophy<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses promise to help you think deeply about philosophical and religious issues while often using pop culture as a reference point.<\/p>\n
The Simpsons and Philosophy: University of California, Berkeley<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the Simpsons may appear to be just good entertainment, this course shows the deeper philosophical issues under all those “d\u2019ohs.” <\/p>\n
Philosophy and Star Trek: Georgetown University<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who take this class will not only get to watch Star Trek, but delve into the issues the show discusses like time travel, a sense of reality, free will and more. <\/p>\n
Star Trek and Religion: U of Indiana<\/strong><\/h4>\nLook at religion through the lens of the Star Trek world, with discussions that address both supporting and criticizing religion. <\/p>\n
Myth and Science Fiction: Star Wars, The Matrix, and Lord of the Rings: Centre College<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore larger issues of myth and speculative fiction through these popular movies. <\/p>\n
Taking Marx Seriously: Amherst University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThe oddest thing about this course\u2019s name is that it implies that people haven\u2019t been taking Marx seriously, odd considering the antipathy towards the economist and social theorist since the Cold War. <\/p>\n
Music<\/strong><\/h1>\nExplore music from some different perspectives in these courses.<\/p>\n
Queer Musicology: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nAccording to this course, those who are homosexual create and experience music differently than their straight counterparts. While many experts in the field see this as a growing field of study, most outside were quite critical when this course was introduced in the 90s. <\/p>\n
History of Electronic Dance Music: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you love clubbing or just the thudding beats of dance music, you can learn more about where it came from and where it\u2019s going in this course. <\/p>\n
The Beatles: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nTrue Beatles fans can learn everything there is to know about the band in this course, though unfortunately there is no extra credit for mastering their catalog on Expert on Rock Band. <\/p>\n
Nuthin\u2019 but a \u2018G\u2019 Thang: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nEmbrace your inner thug with this course that explores the history of gangsta rap. <\/p>\n
Introduction to Turntablism: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who have dreamt of being great DJs can add to their college experience by taking this class on the art and business of operating the turntable.<\/p>\n
Visual Arts<\/strong><\/h1>\nFrom video games to horror films, these courses help college students analyze visual culture.<\/p>\n
Underwater Basket Weaving: Reed College<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere it is, the course that has been the butt of numerous jokes about the declining quality of college education in America. Yes, it really exists and you can take it at this school and others for credit. <\/p>\n
Muppet Magic: Jim Henson\u2019s Art: UC Santa Cruz<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore the fine art of elaborate puppetry through this course.<\/p>\n
Dirty Pictures: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nTake a look at the history and art of sexy, dirty and explicit photos in this course. <\/p>\n
The Horror Film in Context: Bowodin College<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you love a good scare, consider this course at Bowdoin to gain a better understanding of the format of the horror film. <\/p>\n
The Road Movie: Barnard College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFrom Easy Rider <\/em>to Thelma and Louise, <\/em>this course looks at the road trip movie and the concept of the journey. Curiously omitted was the college age favorite Road Trip.<\/em> <\/p>\nThe Art of Sin and the Sin of Art: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course will look not only at controversial artwork but also at the practice of creating art and its moral implications. <\/p>\n
The Art of Warcraft: A Closer Look at the Virtual World Phenomenon: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, nerds and artists alike can learn about the aesthetics of the video game world.<\/p>\n
Physical Education and Recreation<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses help students all over the nation stay in shape and get active.<\/p>\n
PE for ME: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course is pretty much phys ed for nerds, using physical activity to teach lessons about mechanical engineering. <\/p>\n
Xtreme Lit: Northern Illinois University<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you like to get totally extreme, then this course would be for you, asking students to engage in sometimes adventurous recreational activities while reading authors who loved the great outdoors. <\/p>\n
Whitewater Skills: West Virginia University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat would college be without learning how to manage some rapids? This course offers to teach students just that.<\/p>\n
Circus Stunts: Triton College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you want to join the circus or just need a more interesting workout, this course can teach you all kinds of acrobatics. <\/p>\n
The Art of Walking: Centre College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you would think that most able-bodied students would know how to walk by the time they entered college, this course hopes to teach them to do it better, and more consciously. <\/p>\n
Tree Climbing: Cornell University<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who never learned to climb a tree as a child can now receive college-level education on the subject through this course. <\/p>\n
American Golf: Aristocratic Pastime or the People\u2019s Game?: Carnegie Mellon<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, students learn about the history and social aspects of golf. <\/p>\n
Knitting for Noobs: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFor many students, it\u2019s totally worth the cost of a college course to learn how to knit a few scarves.<\/p>\n
Golf Course Management: Tarleton State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis practical course will teach students how to take care of those greens and pesky sand traps. <\/p>\n
Popular Culture<\/strong><\/h1>\nFocusing on popular culture phenomena and icons, these courses catch a lot of guff for their seemingly superficial subject matter.<\/p>\n
Oprah Winfrey: The Tycoon: University of Illinois, Urbana<\/strong><\/h4>\n While no longer offered, this course gave students a chance to look deep into the life of one of the most successful and recognizable women in the world.<\/p>\n
How to Watch Television: Montclair University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThough most of us are pretty adept at turning on the TV and vegging out, this course aims to teach students how to watch TV actively.<\/p>\n
Through the Darkness of Future-Past: An Exploration of David Lynch\u2019s Twin Peaks: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDelve into the weird world of this TV cult classic in this course.<\/p>\n
Breaking the Rules: An Intellectual Discussion of Fight Club: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile perhaps not the newest movie, this film (and the book it\u2019s based upon, presumably) still elicits enough interest to have a course that talks all about the issues addressed within it. <\/p>\n
Video Game History: Rise of a New Medium: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you loved your NES back in the day or can\u2019t get enough X Box, this course teaches students about the history of games and where they\u2019re headed in the future.<\/p>\n
The Future is Lost: TV Series as Cultural Phenomenon: Tufts University<\/strong><\/h4>\nSome people might feel that Lost deserves its own course just because it\u2019s so darn hard to figure out what\u2019s happening in the series, but this course goes deeper, examining the popularity of shows like this and their expansion into other media. <\/p>\n
Goldberg\u2019s Canon: Makin\u2019 Whoopi: Bates College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile not offered since 2004, this course was the first and only to examine the sometimes controversial public persona of this comedienne, actress and now daytime talk show host. <\/p>\n
Chosen: Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThose who were addicted to Buffy can now examine the series in-depth through the material presented in this course.<\/p>\n
The Office: Awesome, Awkward, & Addicting: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nLet\u2019s hope this course on the popular show isn\u2019t nearly as uncomfortable to watch. <\/p>\n
Calvin & Hobbes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis iconic comic was much more than just simple Saturday morning entertainment\u2013or so this course aims to show. <\/p>\n
Superheroes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat do superheroes really mean in our culture? Why create such figures? This course examines this and a myriad of other issues. <\/p>\n
American Pro Wrestling: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the words “MIT” and “pro wrestling” may not be two you\u2019d bring together, this course asks students at the tech-savvy school to think about the cultural implications of the often-theatrical wrestling world. <\/p>\n
American Soap Operas: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat is it about soap operas that make them so addicting? Students at MIT get a chance to delve into the logic behind these series in this course. <\/p>\n
It\u2019s News to Me: the Role of Media in Your Life: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nMost of us may not even realize how big of a role the media plays in our lives, but this course aims to bring it to the forefront. <\/p>\n
Zombies in Popular Media: Columbia College- Chicago<\/strong><\/h4>\nEvery year it seems like there are more and more movies about zombies. What is the fascination with these fictional creatures? Students at Columbia College can take this course and become zombie experts. <\/p>\n
Food and Drink<\/strong><\/h1>\nEverybody has to eat, so why not learn more about it from these courses?<\/p>\n
Food and Power in the Twentieth Century: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nIn this course, students learn how sometimes having all the food means having all the power. <\/p>\n
Kitchen Chemistry: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents in this course will learn how to turn their kitchens into their own private laboratories, teaching them not only about science but about cooking as well.<\/p>\n
Cultural Aspects of Food: Oneonta College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDo foods from your childhood elicit specific emotions from you? This course will delve into what the cultural connections we have with food are and why these relationships are so strong. <\/p>\n
Campus Culture and Drinking: Duke University<\/strong><\/h4>\nAs many students may have been sad to learn, this course doesn\u2019t encourage students to go get trashed, instead of asking them to more carefully consider the social and cultural aspects of drinking on campus.<\/p>\n
From Bean to Bar: The History, Politics, & Taste of Chocolate: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nChocoholics can take their love of the sweet substance one step further and learn how it goes from the field, gets processed and ends up in their mouths. <\/p>\n
Maple Syrup: The Real Thing: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile most students won\u2019t be pursuing a career as a maple syrup maker, this course offers to teach them everything they need to know about the business, should they decide they need a career change.<\/p>\n
Life Skills<\/strong><\/h1>\nCollege doesn\u2019t just have to be academic, as these courses that provide valuable life lessons prove.<\/p>\n
Tightwaddery, or The Good Life on a Dollar a Day: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the title might elicit some laughs, this course offers some sage advice on breaking the bonds of consumerism and fighting back against the status quo. And if that isn\u2019t part of a well-rounded college education then what is? <\/p>\n
Finding Dates Worth Keeping: University of Sioux Falls<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who find themselves constantly falling in love (or just in bed) with Mr. or Mrs. Wrong can take this course to learn to make better dating decisions. <\/p>\n
Field Equipment Operation: University of California, Davis<\/strong><\/h4>\nIt might have a fancy title, but this class gets down and dirty with teaching students how to drive a tractor. <\/p>\n
Getting Dressed: Princeton University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile many students wouldn\u2019t have made it to college without some idea of how to get dressed in the morning, this class takes it one step further and takes a look at what it really means <\/em>to wear those Uggs or backwards baseball cap. <\/p>\nBiblical Model for Home and Family: Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere you\u2019ll find a female-only course that will make all but the most traditional women bristle. With lessons on how to properly serve your husband and bake cookies, it\u2019s useful, no doubt\u2013but the lack of a male counterpart course is questionable.<\/p>\n
Furniture Making: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you might already feel like you know how to build furniture after a few intense Ikea assemblies, this course will teach you more in-depth ways of building just about anything around the home. <\/p>\n
How to Learn (Almost) Anything: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might seem odd to take a course on how to learn from the rest of your courses, this practical class from MIT asks students to use technology and tools to stretch their minds. <\/p>\n
Miscellaneous<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses touch on a wide range of interesting, if not always normal, subject matter.<\/p>\n
Nonviolent Responses to Terrorism: Swarthmore College<\/strong><\/h4>\nNews reports tell that most students today don\u2019t even know what year 9\/11 happened. With the memory of terrorism in the distant past (or so it seems) this course seems more and more relevant as anger fades and the American public grows tired of conflict.<\/p>\n
Stupidity: Occidental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat better topic to rail against at college than stupidity? This course examines it at depth from literary, social and philosophical perspectives. <\/p>\n
Daylighting: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course doesn\u2019t refer to the opposite of moonlighting, it is designed to help students learn how to better light things with, what else, the sun. <\/p>\n
Yes, some of these courses teeter between useful knowledge and just plain silly. Many however, offer great educational opportunities, even though the name doesn’t exactly reflect it. <\/p>\n
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Source: OnlineUniversities.com, 100 Hilarious College Courses that Really Exist<\/a><\/p>\n
Not only does this course have a snappy name, it also is full of topics students find compelling, including sex, slavery, money and more. <\/p>\n
Age of Piracy: Arizona State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nJohnny Depp\u2019s kooky but sexy Jack Sparrow has gotten many students interested in learning more about the pirating arts, and this course offers them the chance to take a look at the much less appealing, real-life lives of pirates. <\/p>\n
Sociology, Psychology, and Anthropology<\/strong><\/h1>\nGain a deeper understanding of social and cultural issues through these courses on often touchy subjects.<\/p>\n
The Lucifer Effect: Understanding How Good People Turn Evil: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course examines a question that many people ask themselves\u2013how can good people do bad things?<\/p>\n
Border Crossings, Borderlands: Transnational Feminist Perspectives on Immigration: University of Washington<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere you can understand what feminists think about immigration. <\/p>\n
The American Vacation: University of Iowa<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudy your vacation time more closely with the knowledge this historical and social course offers. <\/p>\n
Mail Order Brides? Understanding the Philippines in Southeast Asian Context: John Hopkins University<\/strong><\/h4>\nAs off-putting as it sounds to most people, mail order brides are a real thing, and students at this prestigious university can learn why the phenomenon exists and is so prevalent in the Philippines through this course. <\/p>\n
Whiteness: The Other Side of Racism: Mount Holyoke College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course teaches students about their role as white members of society and has been much criticized for promoting guilt about students\u2019 race. <\/p>\n
Alien Sex: University of Rochester<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore the weird, wild and depraved aspects of sex between humans and monsters alike. <\/p>\n
Daytime Serials: Family and Social Roles: University of Wisconsin<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents in Wisconsin can take this course that explores the familial relationships of characters on soap operas\u2013essential for those who just can\u2019t get enough of their programs.<\/p>\n
It\u2019s the End of the World as We Know It (And I Feel Fine): Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile we all hope the world won\u2019t be ending anytime soon, this course explores the variety of Armageddon scenarios out there and why we\u2019re so obsessed with the end of it all. [Alfred U] <\/p>\n
Purity and Porn in America: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, students can learn about the role between sexuality and modesty\u2013taking a hard look at the way it\u2019s dealt with in modern society. <\/p>\n
UFOs In American Society: Temple University<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you\u2019re the Fox Mulder type, then you\u2019ll be jealous of students at Temple U who get to learn more about the role of UFOs in popular culture in this course. <\/p>\n
The Good, the Bad, and the Revolting: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nYou might think you know what is revolting and what\u2019s not, but this course offers to teach you what it really means to be disgusting, shameful and pitiful\u2013among other things. [Alfred U]
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Science<\/strong><\/h1>\nMake your science education a little more interesting with these courses that draw on sexuality, garbage, and fiction for inspiration.<\/p>\n
The Science of Superheroes: University of California, Irvine<\/strong><\/h4>\n While it might sound like fun and games, this course takes superheroes as a means to teach students real lessons about physics. [U of California Irvine] <\/p>\n
The Science of Harry Potter: Frostburg State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nUnicorns and magical spells might not be real, but this course addresses the magical happenings of the Harry Potter series through a scientific lens, applying physics to things like quidditch.<\/p>\n
Joy of Garbage: University of California, Berkeley<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might sound like an ideal course for clutter-bugs, this course is actually designed to teach students how to manage garbage and encourage them to make less waste and recycle more. <\/p>\n
“Far Side” Entomology: Oregon State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThe much-beloved Far Side comics form the basis for this course that addresses the relationship between people and insects.<\/p>\n
Facial Reconstruction: University of Montana<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course isn\u2019t so much ridiculous as it is weird, being one of the few in the country that teaches students how to puzzle together the bones of the face to help figure out the identity of recovered remains. <\/p>\n
The Amazing World of Bubbles: California Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course isn\u2019t about bubble baths or even bubble wrap. Instead, it explores the energy potential of the bubble. <\/p>\n
FemSex: Carleton College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWomen of all ages and orientations enrolled in this course, teaching women about different definitions of sex, orgasms, sexual norms and even taboos like incest.<\/p>\n
Technology<\/strong><\/h1>\nWith technology becoming such a major part of everyday life, it\u2019s no wonder these courses have sprung up on college campuses nationwide.<\/p>\n
The Strategy of Starcraft: University of California, Berkeley<\/strong><\/h4>\nFans of this game say it\u2019s one of the most difficult to master, but this course at Berkeley aims to help students learn the game better through lessons from one of its creators. <\/p>\n
Cyberporn and Society: University of New York-Buffalo<\/strong><\/h4>\nWIth the internet housing more porn that one could look at in a lifetime, this course explores the role of porn in the development of the web and the effects it has had on relationships and expectations. <\/p>\n
Cyberfeminism: Cornell University<\/strong><\/h4>\nLearn just what the heck cyberfeminism is in this course. <\/p>\n
Learning from YouTube: Pitzer College<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you can\u2019t figure out how to watch videos and learn on your own, this course will teach you how. <\/p>\n
Personal Robots: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLike something out of the Jetsons, this course offers students a chance to learn about the development of little helper robots.<\/p>\n
Human Computer Interaction: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you love or hate your computer, you can learn more about the relationships people develop with their machines from this course.<\/p>\n
The Anthropology of Computing: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat role does your computer play in your life? In society? This course examines how computers function in culture and change human communications. <\/p>\n
Lego Robotics: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLegos can help you build more than just that TIE Fighter, they can also be used to make real robots, as this course will show students.<\/p>\n
Human Beings and the Machines of Sunshine: Rice University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile this course is based on the technical, it addresses more of the social issues that have arisen since machines have become more and more a part of daily life. <\/p>\n
Street-Fighting Mathematics: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile math and street-fighting aren\u2019t two things that logically fall together, this course shows students that there is a way to analyze fighting through a mathematical pattern\u2013something that might get you beat up in the first place.<\/p>\n
Games and Civic Engagement: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLearn about the role video games might play in the future of education and community programs through this course. <\/p>\n
Philosophy<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses promise to help you think deeply about philosophical and religious issues while often using pop culture as a reference point.<\/p>\n
The Simpsons and Philosophy: University of California, Berkeley<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the Simpsons may appear to be just good entertainment, this course shows the deeper philosophical issues under all those “d\u2019ohs.” <\/p>\n
Philosophy and Star Trek: Georgetown University<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who take this class will not only get to watch Star Trek, but delve into the issues the show discusses like time travel, a sense of reality, free will and more. <\/p>\n
Star Trek and Religion: U of Indiana<\/strong><\/h4>\nLook at religion through the lens of the Star Trek world, with discussions that address both supporting and criticizing religion. <\/p>\n
Myth and Science Fiction: Star Wars, The Matrix, and Lord of the Rings: Centre College<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore larger issues of myth and speculative fiction through these popular movies. <\/p>\n
Taking Marx Seriously: Amherst University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThe oddest thing about this course\u2019s name is that it implies that people haven\u2019t been taking Marx seriously, odd considering the antipathy towards the economist and social theorist since the Cold War. <\/p>\n
Music<\/strong><\/h1>\nExplore music from some different perspectives in these courses.<\/p>\n
Queer Musicology: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nAccording to this course, those who are homosexual create and experience music differently than their straight counterparts. While many experts in the field see this as a growing field of study, most outside were quite critical when this course was introduced in the 90s. <\/p>\n
History of Electronic Dance Music: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you love clubbing or just the thudding beats of dance music, you can learn more about where it came from and where it\u2019s going in this course. <\/p>\n
The Beatles: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nTrue Beatles fans can learn everything there is to know about the band in this course, though unfortunately there is no extra credit for mastering their catalog on Expert on Rock Band. <\/p>\n
Nuthin\u2019 but a \u2018G\u2019 Thang: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nEmbrace your inner thug with this course that explores the history of gangsta rap. <\/p>\n
Introduction to Turntablism: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who have dreamt of being great DJs can add to their college experience by taking this class on the art and business of operating the turntable.<\/p>\n
Visual Arts<\/strong><\/h1>\nFrom video games to horror films, these courses help college students analyze visual culture.<\/p>\n
Underwater Basket Weaving: Reed College<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere it is, the course that has been the butt of numerous jokes about the declining quality of college education in America. Yes, it really exists and you can take it at this school and others for credit. <\/p>\n
Muppet Magic: Jim Henson\u2019s Art: UC Santa Cruz<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore the fine art of elaborate puppetry through this course.<\/p>\n
Dirty Pictures: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nTake a look at the history and art of sexy, dirty and explicit photos in this course. <\/p>\n
The Horror Film in Context: Bowodin College<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you love a good scare, consider this course at Bowdoin to gain a better understanding of the format of the horror film. <\/p>\n
The Road Movie: Barnard College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFrom Easy Rider <\/em>to Thelma and Louise, <\/em>this course looks at the road trip movie and the concept of the journey. Curiously omitted was the college age favorite Road Trip.<\/em> <\/p>\nThe Art of Sin and the Sin of Art: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course will look not only at controversial artwork but also at the practice of creating art and its moral implications. <\/p>\n
The Art of Warcraft: A Closer Look at the Virtual World Phenomenon: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, nerds and artists alike can learn about the aesthetics of the video game world.<\/p>\n
Physical Education and Recreation<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses help students all over the nation stay in shape and get active.<\/p>\n
PE for ME: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course is pretty much phys ed for nerds, using physical activity to teach lessons about mechanical engineering. <\/p>\n
Xtreme Lit: Northern Illinois University<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you like to get totally extreme, then this course would be for you, asking students to engage in sometimes adventurous recreational activities while reading authors who loved the great outdoors. <\/p>\n
Whitewater Skills: West Virginia University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat would college be without learning how to manage some rapids? This course offers to teach students just that.<\/p>\n
Circus Stunts: Triton College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you want to join the circus or just need a more interesting workout, this course can teach you all kinds of acrobatics. <\/p>\n
The Art of Walking: Centre College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you would think that most able-bodied students would know how to walk by the time they entered college, this course hopes to teach them to do it better, and more consciously. <\/p>\n
Tree Climbing: Cornell University<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who never learned to climb a tree as a child can now receive college-level education on the subject through this course. <\/p>\n
American Golf: Aristocratic Pastime or the People\u2019s Game?: Carnegie Mellon<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, students learn about the history and social aspects of golf. <\/p>\n
Knitting for Noobs: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFor many students, it\u2019s totally worth the cost of a college course to learn how to knit a few scarves.<\/p>\n
Golf Course Management: Tarleton State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis practical course will teach students how to take care of those greens and pesky sand traps. <\/p>\n
Popular Culture<\/strong><\/h1>\nFocusing on popular culture phenomena and icons, these courses catch a lot of guff for their seemingly superficial subject matter.<\/p>\n
Oprah Winfrey: The Tycoon: University of Illinois, Urbana<\/strong><\/h4>\n While no longer offered, this course gave students a chance to look deep into the life of one of the most successful and recognizable women in the world.<\/p>\n
How to Watch Television: Montclair University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThough most of us are pretty adept at turning on the TV and vegging out, this course aims to teach students how to watch TV actively.<\/p>\n
Through the Darkness of Future-Past: An Exploration of David Lynch\u2019s Twin Peaks: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDelve into the weird world of this TV cult classic in this course.<\/p>\n
Breaking the Rules: An Intellectual Discussion of Fight Club: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile perhaps not the newest movie, this film (and the book it\u2019s based upon, presumably) still elicits enough interest to have a course that talks all about the issues addressed within it. <\/p>\n
Video Game History: Rise of a New Medium: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you loved your NES back in the day or can\u2019t get enough X Box, this course teaches students about the history of games and where they\u2019re headed in the future.<\/p>\n
The Future is Lost: TV Series as Cultural Phenomenon: Tufts University<\/strong><\/h4>\nSome people might feel that Lost deserves its own course just because it\u2019s so darn hard to figure out what\u2019s happening in the series, but this course goes deeper, examining the popularity of shows like this and their expansion into other media. <\/p>\n
Goldberg\u2019s Canon: Makin\u2019 Whoopi: Bates College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile not offered since 2004, this course was the first and only to examine the sometimes controversial public persona of this comedienne, actress and now daytime talk show host. <\/p>\n
Chosen: Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThose who were addicted to Buffy can now examine the series in-depth through the material presented in this course.<\/p>\n
The Office: Awesome, Awkward, & Addicting: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nLet\u2019s hope this course on the popular show isn\u2019t nearly as uncomfortable to watch. <\/p>\n
Calvin & Hobbes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis iconic comic was much more than just simple Saturday morning entertainment\u2013or so this course aims to show. <\/p>\n
Superheroes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat do superheroes really mean in our culture? Why create such figures? This course examines this and a myriad of other issues. <\/p>\n
American Pro Wrestling: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the words “MIT” and “pro wrestling” may not be two you\u2019d bring together, this course asks students at the tech-savvy school to think about the cultural implications of the often-theatrical wrestling world. <\/p>\n
American Soap Operas: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat is it about soap operas that make them so addicting? Students at MIT get a chance to delve into the logic behind these series in this course. <\/p>\n
It\u2019s News to Me: the Role of Media in Your Life: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nMost of us may not even realize how big of a role the media plays in our lives, but this course aims to bring it to the forefront. <\/p>\n
Zombies in Popular Media: Columbia College- Chicago<\/strong><\/h4>\nEvery year it seems like there are more and more movies about zombies. What is the fascination with these fictional creatures? Students at Columbia College can take this course and become zombie experts. <\/p>\n
Food and Drink<\/strong><\/h1>\nEverybody has to eat, so why not learn more about it from these courses?<\/p>\n
Food and Power in the Twentieth Century: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nIn this course, students learn how sometimes having all the food means having all the power. <\/p>\n
Kitchen Chemistry: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents in this course will learn how to turn their kitchens into their own private laboratories, teaching them not only about science but about cooking as well.<\/p>\n
Cultural Aspects of Food: Oneonta College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDo foods from your childhood elicit specific emotions from you? This course will delve into what the cultural connections we have with food are and why these relationships are so strong. <\/p>\n
Campus Culture and Drinking: Duke University<\/strong><\/h4>\nAs many students may have been sad to learn, this course doesn\u2019t encourage students to go get trashed, instead of asking them to more carefully consider the social and cultural aspects of drinking on campus.<\/p>\n
From Bean to Bar: The History, Politics, & Taste of Chocolate: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nChocoholics can take their love of the sweet substance one step further and learn how it goes from the field, gets processed and ends up in their mouths. <\/p>\n
Maple Syrup: The Real Thing: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile most students won\u2019t be pursuing a career as a maple syrup maker, this course offers to teach them everything they need to know about the business, should they decide they need a career change.<\/p>\n
Life Skills<\/strong><\/h1>\nCollege doesn\u2019t just have to be academic, as these courses that provide valuable life lessons prove.<\/p>\n
Tightwaddery, or The Good Life on a Dollar a Day: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the title might elicit some laughs, this course offers some sage advice on breaking the bonds of consumerism and fighting back against the status quo. And if that isn\u2019t part of a well-rounded college education then what is? <\/p>\n
Finding Dates Worth Keeping: University of Sioux Falls<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who find themselves constantly falling in love (or just in bed) with Mr. or Mrs. Wrong can take this course to learn to make better dating decisions. <\/p>\n
Field Equipment Operation: University of California, Davis<\/strong><\/h4>\nIt might have a fancy title, but this class gets down and dirty with teaching students how to drive a tractor. <\/p>\n
Getting Dressed: Princeton University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile many students wouldn\u2019t have made it to college without some idea of how to get dressed in the morning, this class takes it one step further and takes a look at what it really means <\/em>to wear those Uggs or backwards baseball cap. <\/p>\nBiblical Model for Home and Family: Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere you\u2019ll find a female-only course that will make all but the most traditional women bristle. With lessons on how to properly serve your husband and bake cookies, it\u2019s useful, no doubt\u2013but the lack of a male counterpart course is questionable.<\/p>\n
Furniture Making: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you might already feel like you know how to build furniture after a few intense Ikea assemblies, this course will teach you more in-depth ways of building just about anything around the home. <\/p>\n
How to Learn (Almost) Anything: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might seem odd to take a course on how to learn from the rest of your courses, this practical class from MIT asks students to use technology and tools to stretch their minds. <\/p>\n
Miscellaneous<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses touch on a wide range of interesting, if not always normal, subject matter.<\/p>\n
Nonviolent Responses to Terrorism: Swarthmore College<\/strong><\/h4>\nNews reports tell that most students today don\u2019t even know what year 9\/11 happened. With the memory of terrorism in the distant past (or so it seems) this course seems more and more relevant as anger fades and the American public grows tired of conflict.<\/p>\n
Stupidity: Occidental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat better topic to rail against at college than stupidity? This course examines it at depth from literary, social and philosophical perspectives. <\/p>\n
Daylighting: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course doesn\u2019t refer to the opposite of moonlighting, it is designed to help students learn how to better light things with, what else, the sun. <\/p>\n
Yes, some of these courses teeter between useful knowledge and just plain silly. Many however, offer great educational opportunities, even though the name doesn’t exactly reflect it. <\/p>\n
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Source: OnlineUniversities.com, 100 Hilarious College Courses that Really Exist<\/a><\/p>\n
Gain a deeper understanding of social and cultural issues through these courses on often touchy subjects.<\/p>\n
The Lucifer Effect: Understanding How Good People Turn Evil: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course examines a question that many people ask themselves\u2013how can good people do bad things?<\/p>\n
Border Crossings, Borderlands: Transnational Feminist Perspectives on Immigration: University of Washington<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere you can understand what feminists think about immigration. <\/p>\n
The American Vacation: University of Iowa<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudy your vacation time more closely with the knowledge this historical and social course offers. <\/p>\n
Mail Order Brides? Understanding the Philippines in Southeast Asian Context: John Hopkins University<\/strong><\/h4>\nAs off-putting as it sounds to most people, mail order brides are a real thing, and students at this prestigious university can learn why the phenomenon exists and is so prevalent in the Philippines through this course. <\/p>\n
Whiteness: The Other Side of Racism: Mount Holyoke College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course teaches students about their role as white members of society and has been much criticized for promoting guilt about students\u2019 race. <\/p>\n
Alien Sex: University of Rochester<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore the weird, wild and depraved aspects of sex between humans and monsters alike. <\/p>\n
Daytime Serials: Family and Social Roles: University of Wisconsin<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents in Wisconsin can take this course that explores the familial relationships of characters on soap operas\u2013essential for those who just can\u2019t get enough of their programs.<\/p>\n
It\u2019s the End of the World as We Know It (And I Feel Fine): Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile we all hope the world won\u2019t be ending anytime soon, this course explores the variety of Armageddon scenarios out there and why we\u2019re so obsessed with the end of it all. [Alfred U] <\/p>\n
Purity and Porn in America: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, students can learn about the role between sexuality and modesty\u2013taking a hard look at the way it\u2019s dealt with in modern society. <\/p>\n
UFOs In American Society: Temple University<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you\u2019re the Fox Mulder type, then you\u2019ll be jealous of students at Temple U who get to learn more about the role of UFOs in popular culture in this course. <\/p>\n
The Good, the Bad, and the Revolting: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nYou might think you know what is revolting and what\u2019s not, but this course offers to teach you what it really means to be disgusting, shameful and pitiful\u2013among other things. [Alfred U]
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Science<\/strong><\/h1>\nMake your science education a little more interesting with these courses that draw on sexuality, garbage, and fiction for inspiration.<\/p>\n
The Science of Superheroes: University of California, Irvine<\/strong><\/h4>\n While it might sound like fun and games, this course takes superheroes as a means to teach students real lessons about physics. [U of California Irvine] <\/p>\n
The Science of Harry Potter: Frostburg State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nUnicorns and magical spells might not be real, but this course addresses the magical happenings of the Harry Potter series through a scientific lens, applying physics to things like quidditch.<\/p>\n
Joy of Garbage: University of California, Berkeley<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might sound like an ideal course for clutter-bugs, this course is actually designed to teach students how to manage garbage and encourage them to make less waste and recycle more. <\/p>\n
“Far Side” Entomology: Oregon State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThe much-beloved Far Side comics form the basis for this course that addresses the relationship between people and insects.<\/p>\n
Facial Reconstruction: University of Montana<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course isn\u2019t so much ridiculous as it is weird, being one of the few in the country that teaches students how to puzzle together the bones of the face to help figure out the identity of recovered remains. <\/p>\n
The Amazing World of Bubbles: California Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course isn\u2019t about bubble baths or even bubble wrap. Instead, it explores the energy potential of the bubble. <\/p>\n
FemSex: Carleton College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWomen of all ages and orientations enrolled in this course, teaching women about different definitions of sex, orgasms, sexual norms and even taboos like incest.<\/p>\n
Technology<\/strong><\/h1>\nWith technology becoming such a major part of everyday life, it\u2019s no wonder these courses have sprung up on college campuses nationwide.<\/p>\n
The Strategy of Starcraft: University of California, Berkeley<\/strong><\/h4>\nFans of this game say it\u2019s one of the most difficult to master, but this course at Berkeley aims to help students learn the game better through lessons from one of its creators. <\/p>\n
Cyberporn and Society: University of New York-Buffalo<\/strong><\/h4>\nWIth the internet housing more porn that one could look at in a lifetime, this course explores the role of porn in the development of the web and the effects it has had on relationships and expectations. <\/p>\n
Cyberfeminism: Cornell University<\/strong><\/h4>\nLearn just what the heck cyberfeminism is in this course. <\/p>\n
Learning from YouTube: Pitzer College<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you can\u2019t figure out how to watch videos and learn on your own, this course will teach you how. <\/p>\n
Personal Robots: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLike something out of the Jetsons, this course offers students a chance to learn about the development of little helper robots.<\/p>\n
Human Computer Interaction: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you love or hate your computer, you can learn more about the relationships people develop with their machines from this course.<\/p>\n
The Anthropology of Computing: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat role does your computer play in your life? In society? This course examines how computers function in culture and change human communications. <\/p>\n
Lego Robotics: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLegos can help you build more than just that TIE Fighter, they can also be used to make real robots, as this course will show students.<\/p>\n
Human Beings and the Machines of Sunshine: Rice University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile this course is based on the technical, it addresses more of the social issues that have arisen since machines have become more and more a part of daily life. <\/p>\n
Street-Fighting Mathematics: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile math and street-fighting aren\u2019t two things that logically fall together, this course shows students that there is a way to analyze fighting through a mathematical pattern\u2013something that might get you beat up in the first place.<\/p>\n
Games and Civic Engagement: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLearn about the role video games might play in the future of education and community programs through this course. <\/p>\n
Philosophy<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses promise to help you think deeply about philosophical and religious issues while often using pop culture as a reference point.<\/p>\n
The Simpsons and Philosophy: University of California, Berkeley<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the Simpsons may appear to be just good entertainment, this course shows the deeper philosophical issues under all those “d\u2019ohs.” <\/p>\n
Philosophy and Star Trek: Georgetown University<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who take this class will not only get to watch Star Trek, but delve into the issues the show discusses like time travel, a sense of reality, free will and more. <\/p>\n
Star Trek and Religion: U of Indiana<\/strong><\/h4>\nLook at religion through the lens of the Star Trek world, with discussions that address both supporting and criticizing religion. <\/p>\n
Myth and Science Fiction: Star Wars, The Matrix, and Lord of the Rings: Centre College<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore larger issues of myth and speculative fiction through these popular movies. <\/p>\n
Taking Marx Seriously: Amherst University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThe oddest thing about this course\u2019s name is that it implies that people haven\u2019t been taking Marx seriously, odd considering the antipathy towards the economist and social theorist since the Cold War. <\/p>\n
Music<\/strong><\/h1>\nExplore music from some different perspectives in these courses.<\/p>\n
Queer Musicology: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nAccording to this course, those who are homosexual create and experience music differently than their straight counterparts. While many experts in the field see this as a growing field of study, most outside were quite critical when this course was introduced in the 90s. <\/p>\n
History of Electronic Dance Music: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you love clubbing or just the thudding beats of dance music, you can learn more about where it came from and where it\u2019s going in this course. <\/p>\n
The Beatles: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nTrue Beatles fans can learn everything there is to know about the band in this course, though unfortunately there is no extra credit for mastering their catalog on Expert on Rock Band. <\/p>\n
Nuthin\u2019 but a \u2018G\u2019 Thang: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nEmbrace your inner thug with this course that explores the history of gangsta rap. <\/p>\n
Introduction to Turntablism: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who have dreamt of being great DJs can add to their college experience by taking this class on the art and business of operating the turntable.<\/p>\n
Visual Arts<\/strong><\/h1>\nFrom video games to horror films, these courses help college students analyze visual culture.<\/p>\n
Underwater Basket Weaving: Reed College<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere it is, the course that has been the butt of numerous jokes about the declining quality of college education in America. Yes, it really exists and you can take it at this school and others for credit. <\/p>\n
Muppet Magic: Jim Henson\u2019s Art: UC Santa Cruz<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore the fine art of elaborate puppetry through this course.<\/p>\n
Dirty Pictures: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nTake a look at the history and art of sexy, dirty and explicit photos in this course. <\/p>\n
The Horror Film in Context: Bowodin College<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you love a good scare, consider this course at Bowdoin to gain a better understanding of the format of the horror film. <\/p>\n
The Road Movie: Barnard College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFrom Easy Rider <\/em>to Thelma and Louise, <\/em>this course looks at the road trip movie and the concept of the journey. Curiously omitted was the college age favorite Road Trip.<\/em> <\/p>\nThe Art of Sin and the Sin of Art: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course will look not only at controversial artwork but also at the practice of creating art and its moral implications. <\/p>\n
The Art of Warcraft: A Closer Look at the Virtual World Phenomenon: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, nerds and artists alike can learn about the aesthetics of the video game world.<\/p>\n
Physical Education and Recreation<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses help students all over the nation stay in shape and get active.<\/p>\n
PE for ME: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course is pretty much phys ed for nerds, using physical activity to teach lessons about mechanical engineering. <\/p>\n
Xtreme Lit: Northern Illinois University<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you like to get totally extreme, then this course would be for you, asking students to engage in sometimes adventurous recreational activities while reading authors who loved the great outdoors. <\/p>\n
Whitewater Skills: West Virginia University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat would college be without learning how to manage some rapids? This course offers to teach students just that.<\/p>\n
Circus Stunts: Triton College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you want to join the circus or just need a more interesting workout, this course can teach you all kinds of acrobatics. <\/p>\n
The Art of Walking: Centre College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you would think that most able-bodied students would know how to walk by the time they entered college, this course hopes to teach them to do it better, and more consciously. <\/p>\n
Tree Climbing: Cornell University<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who never learned to climb a tree as a child can now receive college-level education on the subject through this course. <\/p>\n
American Golf: Aristocratic Pastime or the People\u2019s Game?: Carnegie Mellon<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, students learn about the history and social aspects of golf. <\/p>\n
Knitting for Noobs: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFor many students, it\u2019s totally worth the cost of a college course to learn how to knit a few scarves.<\/p>\n
Golf Course Management: Tarleton State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis practical course will teach students how to take care of those greens and pesky sand traps. <\/p>\n
Popular Culture<\/strong><\/h1>\nFocusing on popular culture phenomena and icons, these courses catch a lot of guff for their seemingly superficial subject matter.<\/p>\n
Oprah Winfrey: The Tycoon: University of Illinois, Urbana<\/strong><\/h4>\n While no longer offered, this course gave students a chance to look deep into the life of one of the most successful and recognizable women in the world.<\/p>\n
How to Watch Television: Montclair University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThough most of us are pretty adept at turning on the TV and vegging out, this course aims to teach students how to watch TV actively.<\/p>\n
Through the Darkness of Future-Past: An Exploration of David Lynch\u2019s Twin Peaks: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDelve into the weird world of this TV cult classic in this course.<\/p>\n
Breaking the Rules: An Intellectual Discussion of Fight Club: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile perhaps not the newest movie, this film (and the book it\u2019s based upon, presumably) still elicits enough interest to have a course that talks all about the issues addressed within it. <\/p>\n
Video Game History: Rise of a New Medium: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you loved your NES back in the day or can\u2019t get enough X Box, this course teaches students about the history of games and where they\u2019re headed in the future.<\/p>\n
The Future is Lost: TV Series as Cultural Phenomenon: Tufts University<\/strong><\/h4>\nSome people might feel that Lost deserves its own course just because it\u2019s so darn hard to figure out what\u2019s happening in the series, but this course goes deeper, examining the popularity of shows like this and their expansion into other media. <\/p>\n
Goldberg\u2019s Canon: Makin\u2019 Whoopi: Bates College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile not offered since 2004, this course was the first and only to examine the sometimes controversial public persona of this comedienne, actress and now daytime talk show host. <\/p>\n
Chosen: Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThose who were addicted to Buffy can now examine the series in-depth through the material presented in this course.<\/p>\n
The Office: Awesome, Awkward, & Addicting: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nLet\u2019s hope this course on the popular show isn\u2019t nearly as uncomfortable to watch. <\/p>\n
Calvin & Hobbes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis iconic comic was much more than just simple Saturday morning entertainment\u2013or so this course aims to show. <\/p>\n
Superheroes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat do superheroes really mean in our culture? Why create such figures? This course examines this and a myriad of other issues. <\/p>\n
American Pro Wrestling: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the words “MIT” and “pro wrestling” may not be two you\u2019d bring together, this course asks students at the tech-savvy school to think about the cultural implications of the often-theatrical wrestling world. <\/p>\n
American Soap Operas: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat is it about soap operas that make them so addicting? Students at MIT get a chance to delve into the logic behind these series in this course. <\/p>\n
It\u2019s News to Me: the Role of Media in Your Life: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nMost of us may not even realize how big of a role the media plays in our lives, but this course aims to bring it to the forefront. <\/p>\n
Zombies in Popular Media: Columbia College- Chicago<\/strong><\/h4>\nEvery year it seems like there are more and more movies about zombies. What is the fascination with these fictional creatures? Students at Columbia College can take this course and become zombie experts. <\/p>\n
Food and Drink<\/strong><\/h1>\nEverybody has to eat, so why not learn more about it from these courses?<\/p>\n
Food and Power in the Twentieth Century: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nIn this course, students learn how sometimes having all the food means having all the power. <\/p>\n
Kitchen Chemistry: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents in this course will learn how to turn their kitchens into their own private laboratories, teaching them not only about science but about cooking as well.<\/p>\n
Cultural Aspects of Food: Oneonta College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDo foods from your childhood elicit specific emotions from you? This course will delve into what the cultural connections we have with food are and why these relationships are so strong. <\/p>\n
Campus Culture and Drinking: Duke University<\/strong><\/h4>\nAs many students may have been sad to learn, this course doesn\u2019t encourage students to go get trashed, instead of asking them to more carefully consider the social and cultural aspects of drinking on campus.<\/p>\n
From Bean to Bar: The History, Politics, & Taste of Chocolate: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nChocoholics can take their love of the sweet substance one step further and learn how it goes from the field, gets processed and ends up in their mouths. <\/p>\n
Maple Syrup: The Real Thing: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile most students won\u2019t be pursuing a career as a maple syrup maker, this course offers to teach them everything they need to know about the business, should they decide they need a career change.<\/p>\n
Life Skills<\/strong><\/h1>\nCollege doesn\u2019t just have to be academic, as these courses that provide valuable life lessons prove.<\/p>\n
Tightwaddery, or The Good Life on a Dollar a Day: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the title might elicit some laughs, this course offers some sage advice on breaking the bonds of consumerism and fighting back against the status quo. And if that isn\u2019t part of a well-rounded college education then what is? <\/p>\n
Finding Dates Worth Keeping: University of Sioux Falls<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who find themselves constantly falling in love (or just in bed) with Mr. or Mrs. Wrong can take this course to learn to make better dating decisions. <\/p>\n
Field Equipment Operation: University of California, Davis<\/strong><\/h4>\nIt might have a fancy title, but this class gets down and dirty with teaching students how to drive a tractor. <\/p>\n
Getting Dressed: Princeton University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile many students wouldn\u2019t have made it to college without some idea of how to get dressed in the morning, this class takes it one step further and takes a look at what it really means <\/em>to wear those Uggs or backwards baseball cap. <\/p>\nBiblical Model for Home and Family: Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere you\u2019ll find a female-only course that will make all but the most traditional women bristle. With lessons on how to properly serve your husband and bake cookies, it\u2019s useful, no doubt\u2013but the lack of a male counterpart course is questionable.<\/p>\n
Furniture Making: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you might already feel like you know how to build furniture after a few intense Ikea assemblies, this course will teach you more in-depth ways of building just about anything around the home. <\/p>\n
How to Learn (Almost) Anything: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might seem odd to take a course on how to learn from the rest of your courses, this practical class from MIT asks students to use technology and tools to stretch their minds. <\/p>\n
Miscellaneous<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses touch on a wide range of interesting, if not always normal, subject matter.<\/p>\n
Nonviolent Responses to Terrorism: Swarthmore College<\/strong><\/h4>\nNews reports tell that most students today don\u2019t even know what year 9\/11 happened. With the memory of terrorism in the distant past (or so it seems) this course seems more and more relevant as anger fades and the American public grows tired of conflict.<\/p>\n
Stupidity: Occidental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat better topic to rail against at college than stupidity? This course examines it at depth from literary, social and philosophical perspectives. <\/p>\n
Daylighting: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course doesn\u2019t refer to the opposite of moonlighting, it is designed to help students learn how to better light things with, what else, the sun. <\/p>\n
Yes, some of these courses teeter between useful knowledge and just plain silly. Many however, offer great educational opportunities, even though the name doesn’t exactly reflect it. <\/p>\n
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Source: OnlineUniversities.com, 100 Hilarious College Courses that Really Exist<\/a><\/p>\n
Here you can understand what feminists think about immigration. <\/p>\n
The American Vacation: University of Iowa<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudy your vacation time more closely with the knowledge this historical and social course offers. <\/p>\n
Mail Order Brides? Understanding the Philippines in Southeast Asian Context: John Hopkins University<\/strong><\/h4>\nAs off-putting as it sounds to most people, mail order brides are a real thing, and students at this prestigious university can learn why the phenomenon exists and is so prevalent in the Philippines through this course. <\/p>\n
Whiteness: The Other Side of Racism: Mount Holyoke College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course teaches students about their role as white members of society and has been much criticized for promoting guilt about students\u2019 race. <\/p>\n
Alien Sex: University of Rochester<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore the weird, wild and depraved aspects of sex between humans and monsters alike. <\/p>\n
Daytime Serials: Family and Social Roles: University of Wisconsin<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents in Wisconsin can take this course that explores the familial relationships of characters on soap operas\u2013essential for those who just can\u2019t get enough of their programs.<\/p>\n
It\u2019s the End of the World as We Know It (And I Feel Fine): Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile we all hope the world won\u2019t be ending anytime soon, this course explores the variety of Armageddon scenarios out there and why we\u2019re so obsessed with the end of it all. [Alfred U] <\/p>\n
Purity and Porn in America: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, students can learn about the role between sexuality and modesty\u2013taking a hard look at the way it\u2019s dealt with in modern society. <\/p>\n
UFOs In American Society: Temple University<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you\u2019re the Fox Mulder type, then you\u2019ll be jealous of students at Temple U who get to learn more about the role of UFOs in popular culture in this course. <\/p>\n
The Good, the Bad, and the Revolting: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nYou might think you know what is revolting and what\u2019s not, but this course offers to teach you what it really means to be disgusting, shameful and pitiful\u2013among other things. [Alfred U]
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Science<\/strong><\/h1>\nMake your science education a little more interesting with these courses that draw on sexuality, garbage, and fiction for inspiration.<\/p>\n
The Science of Superheroes: University of California, Irvine<\/strong><\/h4>\n While it might sound like fun and games, this course takes superheroes as a means to teach students real lessons about physics. [U of California Irvine] <\/p>\n
The Science of Harry Potter: Frostburg State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nUnicorns and magical spells might not be real, but this course addresses the magical happenings of the Harry Potter series through a scientific lens, applying physics to things like quidditch.<\/p>\n
Joy of Garbage: University of California, Berkeley<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might sound like an ideal course for clutter-bugs, this course is actually designed to teach students how to manage garbage and encourage them to make less waste and recycle more. <\/p>\n
“Far Side” Entomology: Oregon State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThe much-beloved Far Side comics form the basis for this course that addresses the relationship between people and insects.<\/p>\n
Facial Reconstruction: University of Montana<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course isn\u2019t so much ridiculous as it is weird, being one of the few in the country that teaches students how to puzzle together the bones of the face to help figure out the identity of recovered remains. <\/p>\n
The Amazing World of Bubbles: California Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course isn\u2019t about bubble baths or even bubble wrap. Instead, it explores the energy potential of the bubble. <\/p>\n
FemSex: Carleton College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWomen of all ages and orientations enrolled in this course, teaching women about different definitions of sex, orgasms, sexual norms and even taboos like incest.<\/p>\n
Technology<\/strong><\/h1>\nWith technology becoming such a major part of everyday life, it\u2019s no wonder these courses have sprung up on college campuses nationwide.<\/p>\n
The Strategy of Starcraft: University of California, Berkeley<\/strong><\/h4>\nFans of this game say it\u2019s one of the most difficult to master, but this course at Berkeley aims to help students learn the game better through lessons from one of its creators. <\/p>\n
Cyberporn and Society: University of New York-Buffalo<\/strong><\/h4>\nWIth the internet housing more porn that one could look at in a lifetime, this course explores the role of porn in the development of the web and the effects it has had on relationships and expectations. <\/p>\n
Cyberfeminism: Cornell University<\/strong><\/h4>\nLearn just what the heck cyberfeminism is in this course. <\/p>\n
Learning from YouTube: Pitzer College<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you can\u2019t figure out how to watch videos and learn on your own, this course will teach you how. <\/p>\n
Personal Robots: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLike something out of the Jetsons, this course offers students a chance to learn about the development of little helper robots.<\/p>\n
Human Computer Interaction: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you love or hate your computer, you can learn more about the relationships people develop with their machines from this course.<\/p>\n
The Anthropology of Computing: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat role does your computer play in your life? In society? This course examines how computers function in culture and change human communications. <\/p>\n
Lego Robotics: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLegos can help you build more than just that TIE Fighter, they can also be used to make real robots, as this course will show students.<\/p>\n
Human Beings and the Machines of Sunshine: Rice University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile this course is based on the technical, it addresses more of the social issues that have arisen since machines have become more and more a part of daily life. <\/p>\n
Street-Fighting Mathematics: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile math and street-fighting aren\u2019t two things that logically fall together, this course shows students that there is a way to analyze fighting through a mathematical pattern\u2013something that might get you beat up in the first place.<\/p>\n
Games and Civic Engagement: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLearn about the role video games might play in the future of education and community programs through this course. <\/p>\n
Philosophy<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses promise to help you think deeply about philosophical and religious issues while often using pop culture as a reference point.<\/p>\n
The Simpsons and Philosophy: University of California, Berkeley<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the Simpsons may appear to be just good entertainment, this course shows the deeper philosophical issues under all those “d\u2019ohs.” <\/p>\n
Philosophy and Star Trek: Georgetown University<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who take this class will not only get to watch Star Trek, but delve into the issues the show discusses like time travel, a sense of reality, free will and more. <\/p>\n
Star Trek and Religion: U of Indiana<\/strong><\/h4>\nLook at religion through the lens of the Star Trek world, with discussions that address both supporting and criticizing religion. <\/p>\n
Myth and Science Fiction: Star Wars, The Matrix, and Lord of the Rings: Centre College<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore larger issues of myth and speculative fiction through these popular movies. <\/p>\n
Taking Marx Seriously: Amherst University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThe oddest thing about this course\u2019s name is that it implies that people haven\u2019t been taking Marx seriously, odd considering the antipathy towards the economist and social theorist since the Cold War. <\/p>\n
Music<\/strong><\/h1>\nExplore music from some different perspectives in these courses.<\/p>\n
Queer Musicology: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nAccording to this course, those who are homosexual create and experience music differently than their straight counterparts. While many experts in the field see this as a growing field of study, most outside were quite critical when this course was introduced in the 90s. <\/p>\n
History of Electronic Dance Music: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you love clubbing or just the thudding beats of dance music, you can learn more about where it came from and where it\u2019s going in this course. <\/p>\n
The Beatles: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nTrue Beatles fans can learn everything there is to know about the band in this course, though unfortunately there is no extra credit for mastering their catalog on Expert on Rock Band. <\/p>\n
Nuthin\u2019 but a \u2018G\u2019 Thang: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nEmbrace your inner thug with this course that explores the history of gangsta rap. <\/p>\n
Introduction to Turntablism: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who have dreamt of being great DJs can add to their college experience by taking this class on the art and business of operating the turntable.<\/p>\n
Visual Arts<\/strong><\/h1>\nFrom video games to horror films, these courses help college students analyze visual culture.<\/p>\n
Underwater Basket Weaving: Reed College<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere it is, the course that has been the butt of numerous jokes about the declining quality of college education in America. Yes, it really exists and you can take it at this school and others for credit. <\/p>\n
Muppet Magic: Jim Henson\u2019s Art: UC Santa Cruz<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore the fine art of elaborate puppetry through this course.<\/p>\n
Dirty Pictures: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nTake a look at the history and art of sexy, dirty and explicit photos in this course. <\/p>\n
The Horror Film in Context: Bowodin College<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you love a good scare, consider this course at Bowdoin to gain a better understanding of the format of the horror film. <\/p>\n
The Road Movie: Barnard College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFrom Easy Rider <\/em>to Thelma and Louise, <\/em>this course looks at the road trip movie and the concept of the journey. Curiously omitted was the college age favorite Road Trip.<\/em> <\/p>\nThe Art of Sin and the Sin of Art: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course will look not only at controversial artwork but also at the practice of creating art and its moral implications. <\/p>\n
The Art of Warcraft: A Closer Look at the Virtual World Phenomenon: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, nerds and artists alike can learn about the aesthetics of the video game world.<\/p>\n
Physical Education and Recreation<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses help students all over the nation stay in shape and get active.<\/p>\n
PE for ME: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course is pretty much phys ed for nerds, using physical activity to teach lessons about mechanical engineering. <\/p>\n
Xtreme Lit: Northern Illinois University<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you like to get totally extreme, then this course would be for you, asking students to engage in sometimes adventurous recreational activities while reading authors who loved the great outdoors. <\/p>\n
Whitewater Skills: West Virginia University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat would college be without learning how to manage some rapids? This course offers to teach students just that.<\/p>\n
Circus Stunts: Triton College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you want to join the circus or just need a more interesting workout, this course can teach you all kinds of acrobatics. <\/p>\n
The Art of Walking: Centre College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you would think that most able-bodied students would know how to walk by the time they entered college, this course hopes to teach them to do it better, and more consciously. <\/p>\n
Tree Climbing: Cornell University<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who never learned to climb a tree as a child can now receive college-level education on the subject through this course. <\/p>\n
American Golf: Aristocratic Pastime or the People\u2019s Game?: Carnegie Mellon<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, students learn about the history and social aspects of golf. <\/p>\n
Knitting for Noobs: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFor many students, it\u2019s totally worth the cost of a college course to learn how to knit a few scarves.<\/p>\n
Golf Course Management: Tarleton State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis practical course will teach students how to take care of those greens and pesky sand traps. <\/p>\n
Popular Culture<\/strong><\/h1>\nFocusing on popular culture phenomena and icons, these courses catch a lot of guff for their seemingly superficial subject matter.<\/p>\n
Oprah Winfrey: The Tycoon: University of Illinois, Urbana<\/strong><\/h4>\n While no longer offered, this course gave students a chance to look deep into the life of one of the most successful and recognizable women in the world.<\/p>\n
How to Watch Television: Montclair University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThough most of us are pretty adept at turning on the TV and vegging out, this course aims to teach students how to watch TV actively.<\/p>\n
Through the Darkness of Future-Past: An Exploration of David Lynch\u2019s Twin Peaks: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDelve into the weird world of this TV cult classic in this course.<\/p>\n
Breaking the Rules: An Intellectual Discussion of Fight Club: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile perhaps not the newest movie, this film (and the book it\u2019s based upon, presumably) still elicits enough interest to have a course that talks all about the issues addressed within it. <\/p>\n
Video Game History: Rise of a New Medium: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you loved your NES back in the day or can\u2019t get enough X Box, this course teaches students about the history of games and where they\u2019re headed in the future.<\/p>\n
The Future is Lost: TV Series as Cultural Phenomenon: Tufts University<\/strong><\/h4>\nSome people might feel that Lost deserves its own course just because it\u2019s so darn hard to figure out what\u2019s happening in the series, but this course goes deeper, examining the popularity of shows like this and their expansion into other media. <\/p>\n
Goldberg\u2019s Canon: Makin\u2019 Whoopi: Bates College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile not offered since 2004, this course was the first and only to examine the sometimes controversial public persona of this comedienne, actress and now daytime talk show host. <\/p>\n
Chosen: Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThose who were addicted to Buffy can now examine the series in-depth through the material presented in this course.<\/p>\n
The Office: Awesome, Awkward, & Addicting: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nLet\u2019s hope this course on the popular show isn\u2019t nearly as uncomfortable to watch. <\/p>\n
Calvin & Hobbes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis iconic comic was much more than just simple Saturday morning entertainment\u2013or so this course aims to show. <\/p>\n
Superheroes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat do superheroes really mean in our culture? Why create such figures? This course examines this and a myriad of other issues. <\/p>\n
American Pro Wrestling: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the words “MIT” and “pro wrestling” may not be two you\u2019d bring together, this course asks students at the tech-savvy school to think about the cultural implications of the often-theatrical wrestling world. <\/p>\n
American Soap Operas: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat is it about soap operas that make them so addicting? Students at MIT get a chance to delve into the logic behind these series in this course. <\/p>\n
It\u2019s News to Me: the Role of Media in Your Life: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nMost of us may not even realize how big of a role the media plays in our lives, but this course aims to bring it to the forefront. <\/p>\n
Zombies in Popular Media: Columbia College- Chicago<\/strong><\/h4>\nEvery year it seems like there are more and more movies about zombies. What is the fascination with these fictional creatures? Students at Columbia College can take this course and become zombie experts. <\/p>\n
Food and Drink<\/strong><\/h1>\nEverybody has to eat, so why not learn more about it from these courses?<\/p>\n
Food and Power in the Twentieth Century: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nIn this course, students learn how sometimes having all the food means having all the power. <\/p>\n
Kitchen Chemistry: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents in this course will learn how to turn their kitchens into their own private laboratories, teaching them not only about science but about cooking as well.<\/p>\n
Cultural Aspects of Food: Oneonta College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDo foods from your childhood elicit specific emotions from you? This course will delve into what the cultural connections we have with food are and why these relationships are so strong. <\/p>\n
Campus Culture and Drinking: Duke University<\/strong><\/h4>\nAs many students may have been sad to learn, this course doesn\u2019t encourage students to go get trashed, instead of asking them to more carefully consider the social and cultural aspects of drinking on campus.<\/p>\n
From Bean to Bar: The History, Politics, & Taste of Chocolate: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nChocoholics can take their love of the sweet substance one step further and learn how it goes from the field, gets processed and ends up in their mouths. <\/p>\n
Maple Syrup: The Real Thing: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile most students won\u2019t be pursuing a career as a maple syrup maker, this course offers to teach them everything they need to know about the business, should they decide they need a career change.<\/p>\n
Life Skills<\/strong><\/h1>\nCollege doesn\u2019t just have to be academic, as these courses that provide valuable life lessons prove.<\/p>\n
Tightwaddery, or The Good Life on a Dollar a Day: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the title might elicit some laughs, this course offers some sage advice on breaking the bonds of consumerism and fighting back against the status quo. And if that isn\u2019t part of a well-rounded college education then what is? <\/p>\n
Finding Dates Worth Keeping: University of Sioux Falls<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who find themselves constantly falling in love (or just in bed) with Mr. or Mrs. Wrong can take this course to learn to make better dating decisions. <\/p>\n
Field Equipment Operation: University of California, Davis<\/strong><\/h4>\nIt might have a fancy title, but this class gets down and dirty with teaching students how to drive a tractor. <\/p>\n
Getting Dressed: Princeton University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile many students wouldn\u2019t have made it to college without some idea of how to get dressed in the morning, this class takes it one step further and takes a look at what it really means <\/em>to wear those Uggs or backwards baseball cap. <\/p>\nBiblical Model for Home and Family: Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere you\u2019ll find a female-only course that will make all but the most traditional women bristle. With lessons on how to properly serve your husband and bake cookies, it\u2019s useful, no doubt\u2013but the lack of a male counterpart course is questionable.<\/p>\n
Furniture Making: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you might already feel like you know how to build furniture after a few intense Ikea assemblies, this course will teach you more in-depth ways of building just about anything around the home. <\/p>\n
How to Learn (Almost) Anything: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might seem odd to take a course on how to learn from the rest of your courses, this practical class from MIT asks students to use technology and tools to stretch their minds. <\/p>\n
Miscellaneous<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses touch on a wide range of interesting, if not always normal, subject matter.<\/p>\n
Nonviolent Responses to Terrorism: Swarthmore College<\/strong><\/h4>\nNews reports tell that most students today don\u2019t even know what year 9\/11 happened. With the memory of terrorism in the distant past (or so it seems) this course seems more and more relevant as anger fades and the American public grows tired of conflict.<\/p>\n
Stupidity: Occidental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat better topic to rail against at college than stupidity? This course examines it at depth from literary, social and philosophical perspectives. <\/p>\n
Daylighting: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course doesn\u2019t refer to the opposite of moonlighting, it is designed to help students learn how to better light things with, what else, the sun. <\/p>\n
Yes, some of these courses teeter between useful knowledge and just plain silly. Many however, offer great educational opportunities, even though the name doesn’t exactly reflect it. <\/p>\n
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Source: OnlineUniversities.com, 100 Hilarious College Courses that Really Exist<\/a><\/p>\n
As off-putting as it sounds to most people, mail order brides are a real thing, and students at this prestigious university can learn why the phenomenon exists and is so prevalent in the Philippines through this course. <\/p>\n
Whiteness: The Other Side of Racism: Mount Holyoke College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course teaches students about their role as white members of society and has been much criticized for promoting guilt about students\u2019 race. <\/p>\n
Alien Sex: University of Rochester<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore the weird, wild and depraved aspects of sex between humans and monsters alike. <\/p>\n
Daytime Serials: Family and Social Roles: University of Wisconsin<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents in Wisconsin can take this course that explores the familial relationships of characters on soap operas\u2013essential for those who just can\u2019t get enough of their programs.<\/p>\n
It\u2019s the End of the World as We Know It (And I Feel Fine): Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile we all hope the world won\u2019t be ending anytime soon, this course explores the variety of Armageddon scenarios out there and why we\u2019re so obsessed with the end of it all. [Alfred U] <\/p>\n
Purity and Porn in America: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, students can learn about the role between sexuality and modesty\u2013taking a hard look at the way it\u2019s dealt with in modern society. <\/p>\n
UFOs In American Society: Temple University<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you\u2019re the Fox Mulder type, then you\u2019ll be jealous of students at Temple U who get to learn more about the role of UFOs in popular culture in this course. <\/p>\n
The Good, the Bad, and the Revolting: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nYou might think you know what is revolting and what\u2019s not, but this course offers to teach you what it really means to be disgusting, shameful and pitiful\u2013among other things. [Alfred U]
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Science<\/strong><\/h1>\nMake your science education a little more interesting with these courses that draw on sexuality, garbage, and fiction for inspiration.<\/p>\n
The Science of Superheroes: University of California, Irvine<\/strong><\/h4>\n While it might sound like fun and games, this course takes superheroes as a means to teach students real lessons about physics. [U of California Irvine] <\/p>\n
The Science of Harry Potter: Frostburg State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nUnicorns and magical spells might not be real, but this course addresses the magical happenings of the Harry Potter series through a scientific lens, applying physics to things like quidditch.<\/p>\n
Joy of Garbage: University of California, Berkeley<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might sound like an ideal course for clutter-bugs, this course is actually designed to teach students how to manage garbage and encourage them to make less waste and recycle more. <\/p>\n
“Far Side” Entomology: Oregon State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThe much-beloved Far Side comics form the basis for this course that addresses the relationship between people and insects.<\/p>\n
Facial Reconstruction: University of Montana<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course isn\u2019t so much ridiculous as it is weird, being one of the few in the country that teaches students how to puzzle together the bones of the face to help figure out the identity of recovered remains. <\/p>\n
The Amazing World of Bubbles: California Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course isn\u2019t about bubble baths or even bubble wrap. Instead, it explores the energy potential of the bubble. <\/p>\n
FemSex: Carleton College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWomen of all ages and orientations enrolled in this course, teaching women about different definitions of sex, orgasms, sexual norms and even taboos like incest.<\/p>\n
Technology<\/strong><\/h1>\nWith technology becoming such a major part of everyday life, it\u2019s no wonder these courses have sprung up on college campuses nationwide.<\/p>\n
The Strategy of Starcraft: University of California, Berkeley<\/strong><\/h4>\nFans of this game say it\u2019s one of the most difficult to master, but this course at Berkeley aims to help students learn the game better through lessons from one of its creators. <\/p>\n
Cyberporn and Society: University of New York-Buffalo<\/strong><\/h4>\nWIth the internet housing more porn that one could look at in a lifetime, this course explores the role of porn in the development of the web and the effects it has had on relationships and expectations. <\/p>\n
Cyberfeminism: Cornell University<\/strong><\/h4>\nLearn just what the heck cyberfeminism is in this course. <\/p>\n
Learning from YouTube: Pitzer College<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you can\u2019t figure out how to watch videos and learn on your own, this course will teach you how. <\/p>\n
Personal Robots: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLike something out of the Jetsons, this course offers students a chance to learn about the development of little helper robots.<\/p>\n
Human Computer Interaction: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you love or hate your computer, you can learn more about the relationships people develop with their machines from this course.<\/p>\n
The Anthropology of Computing: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat role does your computer play in your life? In society? This course examines how computers function in culture and change human communications. <\/p>\n
Lego Robotics: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLegos can help you build more than just that TIE Fighter, they can also be used to make real robots, as this course will show students.<\/p>\n
Human Beings and the Machines of Sunshine: Rice University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile this course is based on the technical, it addresses more of the social issues that have arisen since machines have become more and more a part of daily life. <\/p>\n
Street-Fighting Mathematics: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile math and street-fighting aren\u2019t two things that logically fall together, this course shows students that there is a way to analyze fighting through a mathematical pattern\u2013something that might get you beat up in the first place.<\/p>\n
Games and Civic Engagement: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLearn about the role video games might play in the future of education and community programs through this course. <\/p>\n
Philosophy<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses promise to help you think deeply about philosophical and religious issues while often using pop culture as a reference point.<\/p>\n
The Simpsons and Philosophy: University of California, Berkeley<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the Simpsons may appear to be just good entertainment, this course shows the deeper philosophical issues under all those “d\u2019ohs.” <\/p>\n
Philosophy and Star Trek: Georgetown University<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who take this class will not only get to watch Star Trek, but delve into the issues the show discusses like time travel, a sense of reality, free will and more. <\/p>\n
Star Trek and Religion: U of Indiana<\/strong><\/h4>\nLook at religion through the lens of the Star Trek world, with discussions that address both supporting and criticizing religion. <\/p>\n
Myth and Science Fiction: Star Wars, The Matrix, and Lord of the Rings: Centre College<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore larger issues of myth and speculative fiction through these popular movies. <\/p>\n
Taking Marx Seriously: Amherst University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThe oddest thing about this course\u2019s name is that it implies that people haven\u2019t been taking Marx seriously, odd considering the antipathy towards the economist and social theorist since the Cold War. <\/p>\n
Music<\/strong><\/h1>\nExplore music from some different perspectives in these courses.<\/p>\n
Queer Musicology: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nAccording to this course, those who are homosexual create and experience music differently than their straight counterparts. While many experts in the field see this as a growing field of study, most outside were quite critical when this course was introduced in the 90s. <\/p>\n
History of Electronic Dance Music: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you love clubbing or just the thudding beats of dance music, you can learn more about where it came from and where it\u2019s going in this course. <\/p>\n
The Beatles: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nTrue Beatles fans can learn everything there is to know about the band in this course, though unfortunately there is no extra credit for mastering their catalog on Expert on Rock Band. <\/p>\n
Nuthin\u2019 but a \u2018G\u2019 Thang: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nEmbrace your inner thug with this course that explores the history of gangsta rap. <\/p>\n
Introduction to Turntablism: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who have dreamt of being great DJs can add to their college experience by taking this class on the art and business of operating the turntable.<\/p>\n
Visual Arts<\/strong><\/h1>\nFrom video games to horror films, these courses help college students analyze visual culture.<\/p>\n
Underwater Basket Weaving: Reed College<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere it is, the course that has been the butt of numerous jokes about the declining quality of college education in America. Yes, it really exists and you can take it at this school and others for credit. <\/p>\n
Muppet Magic: Jim Henson\u2019s Art: UC Santa Cruz<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore the fine art of elaborate puppetry through this course.<\/p>\n
Dirty Pictures: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nTake a look at the history and art of sexy, dirty and explicit photos in this course. <\/p>\n
The Horror Film in Context: Bowodin College<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you love a good scare, consider this course at Bowdoin to gain a better understanding of the format of the horror film. <\/p>\n
The Road Movie: Barnard College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFrom Easy Rider <\/em>to Thelma and Louise, <\/em>this course looks at the road trip movie and the concept of the journey. Curiously omitted was the college age favorite Road Trip.<\/em> <\/p>\nThe Art of Sin and the Sin of Art: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course will look not only at controversial artwork but also at the practice of creating art and its moral implications. <\/p>\n
The Art of Warcraft: A Closer Look at the Virtual World Phenomenon: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, nerds and artists alike can learn about the aesthetics of the video game world.<\/p>\n
Physical Education and Recreation<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses help students all over the nation stay in shape and get active.<\/p>\n
PE for ME: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course is pretty much phys ed for nerds, using physical activity to teach lessons about mechanical engineering. <\/p>\n
Xtreme Lit: Northern Illinois University<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you like to get totally extreme, then this course would be for you, asking students to engage in sometimes adventurous recreational activities while reading authors who loved the great outdoors. <\/p>\n
Whitewater Skills: West Virginia University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat would college be without learning how to manage some rapids? This course offers to teach students just that.<\/p>\n
Circus Stunts: Triton College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you want to join the circus or just need a more interesting workout, this course can teach you all kinds of acrobatics. <\/p>\n
The Art of Walking: Centre College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you would think that most able-bodied students would know how to walk by the time they entered college, this course hopes to teach them to do it better, and more consciously. <\/p>\n
Tree Climbing: Cornell University<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who never learned to climb a tree as a child can now receive college-level education on the subject through this course. <\/p>\n
American Golf: Aristocratic Pastime or the People\u2019s Game?: Carnegie Mellon<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, students learn about the history and social aspects of golf. <\/p>\n
Knitting for Noobs: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFor many students, it\u2019s totally worth the cost of a college course to learn how to knit a few scarves.<\/p>\n
Golf Course Management: Tarleton State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis practical course will teach students how to take care of those greens and pesky sand traps. <\/p>\n
Popular Culture<\/strong><\/h1>\nFocusing on popular culture phenomena and icons, these courses catch a lot of guff for their seemingly superficial subject matter.<\/p>\n
Oprah Winfrey: The Tycoon: University of Illinois, Urbana<\/strong><\/h4>\n While no longer offered, this course gave students a chance to look deep into the life of one of the most successful and recognizable women in the world.<\/p>\n
How to Watch Television: Montclair University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThough most of us are pretty adept at turning on the TV and vegging out, this course aims to teach students how to watch TV actively.<\/p>\n
Through the Darkness of Future-Past: An Exploration of David Lynch\u2019s Twin Peaks: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDelve into the weird world of this TV cult classic in this course.<\/p>\n
Breaking the Rules: An Intellectual Discussion of Fight Club: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile perhaps not the newest movie, this film (and the book it\u2019s based upon, presumably) still elicits enough interest to have a course that talks all about the issues addressed within it. <\/p>\n
Video Game History: Rise of a New Medium: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you loved your NES back in the day or can\u2019t get enough X Box, this course teaches students about the history of games and where they\u2019re headed in the future.<\/p>\n
The Future is Lost: TV Series as Cultural Phenomenon: Tufts University<\/strong><\/h4>\nSome people might feel that Lost deserves its own course just because it\u2019s so darn hard to figure out what\u2019s happening in the series, but this course goes deeper, examining the popularity of shows like this and their expansion into other media. <\/p>\n
Goldberg\u2019s Canon: Makin\u2019 Whoopi: Bates College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile not offered since 2004, this course was the first and only to examine the sometimes controversial public persona of this comedienne, actress and now daytime talk show host. <\/p>\n
Chosen: Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThose who were addicted to Buffy can now examine the series in-depth through the material presented in this course.<\/p>\n
The Office: Awesome, Awkward, & Addicting: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nLet\u2019s hope this course on the popular show isn\u2019t nearly as uncomfortable to watch. <\/p>\n
Calvin & Hobbes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis iconic comic was much more than just simple Saturday morning entertainment\u2013or so this course aims to show. <\/p>\n
Superheroes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat do superheroes really mean in our culture? Why create such figures? This course examines this and a myriad of other issues. <\/p>\n
American Pro Wrestling: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the words “MIT” and “pro wrestling” may not be two you\u2019d bring together, this course asks students at the tech-savvy school to think about the cultural implications of the often-theatrical wrestling world. <\/p>\n
American Soap Operas: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat is it about soap operas that make them so addicting? Students at MIT get a chance to delve into the logic behind these series in this course. <\/p>\n
It\u2019s News to Me: the Role of Media in Your Life: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nMost of us may not even realize how big of a role the media plays in our lives, but this course aims to bring it to the forefront. <\/p>\n
Zombies in Popular Media: Columbia College- Chicago<\/strong><\/h4>\nEvery year it seems like there are more and more movies about zombies. What is the fascination with these fictional creatures? Students at Columbia College can take this course and become zombie experts. <\/p>\n
Food and Drink<\/strong><\/h1>\nEverybody has to eat, so why not learn more about it from these courses?<\/p>\n
Food and Power in the Twentieth Century: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nIn this course, students learn how sometimes having all the food means having all the power. <\/p>\n
Kitchen Chemistry: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents in this course will learn how to turn their kitchens into their own private laboratories, teaching them not only about science but about cooking as well.<\/p>\n
Cultural Aspects of Food: Oneonta College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDo foods from your childhood elicit specific emotions from you? This course will delve into what the cultural connections we have with food are and why these relationships are so strong. <\/p>\n
Campus Culture and Drinking: Duke University<\/strong><\/h4>\nAs many students may have been sad to learn, this course doesn\u2019t encourage students to go get trashed, instead of asking them to more carefully consider the social and cultural aspects of drinking on campus.<\/p>\n
From Bean to Bar: The History, Politics, & Taste of Chocolate: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nChocoholics can take their love of the sweet substance one step further and learn how it goes from the field, gets processed and ends up in their mouths. <\/p>\n
Maple Syrup: The Real Thing: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile most students won\u2019t be pursuing a career as a maple syrup maker, this course offers to teach them everything they need to know about the business, should they decide they need a career change.<\/p>\n
Life Skills<\/strong><\/h1>\nCollege doesn\u2019t just have to be academic, as these courses that provide valuable life lessons prove.<\/p>\n
Tightwaddery, or The Good Life on a Dollar a Day: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the title might elicit some laughs, this course offers some sage advice on breaking the bonds of consumerism and fighting back against the status quo. And if that isn\u2019t part of a well-rounded college education then what is? <\/p>\n
Finding Dates Worth Keeping: University of Sioux Falls<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who find themselves constantly falling in love (or just in bed) with Mr. or Mrs. Wrong can take this course to learn to make better dating decisions. <\/p>\n
Field Equipment Operation: University of California, Davis<\/strong><\/h4>\nIt might have a fancy title, but this class gets down and dirty with teaching students how to drive a tractor. <\/p>\n
Getting Dressed: Princeton University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile many students wouldn\u2019t have made it to college without some idea of how to get dressed in the morning, this class takes it one step further and takes a look at what it really means <\/em>to wear those Uggs or backwards baseball cap. <\/p>\nBiblical Model for Home and Family: Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere you\u2019ll find a female-only course that will make all but the most traditional women bristle. With lessons on how to properly serve your husband and bake cookies, it\u2019s useful, no doubt\u2013but the lack of a male counterpart course is questionable.<\/p>\n
Furniture Making: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you might already feel like you know how to build furniture after a few intense Ikea assemblies, this course will teach you more in-depth ways of building just about anything around the home. <\/p>\n
How to Learn (Almost) Anything: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might seem odd to take a course on how to learn from the rest of your courses, this practical class from MIT asks students to use technology and tools to stretch their minds. <\/p>\n
Miscellaneous<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses touch on a wide range of interesting, if not always normal, subject matter.<\/p>\n
Nonviolent Responses to Terrorism: Swarthmore College<\/strong><\/h4>\nNews reports tell that most students today don\u2019t even know what year 9\/11 happened. With the memory of terrorism in the distant past (or so it seems) this course seems more and more relevant as anger fades and the American public grows tired of conflict.<\/p>\n
Stupidity: Occidental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat better topic to rail against at college than stupidity? This course examines it at depth from literary, social and philosophical perspectives. <\/p>\n
Daylighting: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course doesn\u2019t refer to the opposite of moonlighting, it is designed to help students learn how to better light things with, what else, the sun. <\/p>\n
Yes, some of these courses teeter between useful knowledge and just plain silly. Many however, offer great educational opportunities, even though the name doesn’t exactly reflect it. <\/p>\n
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Source: OnlineUniversities.com, 100 Hilarious College Courses that Really Exist<\/a><\/p>\n
Explore the weird, wild and depraved aspects of sex between humans and monsters alike. <\/p>\n
Daytime Serials: Family and Social Roles: University of Wisconsin<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents in Wisconsin can take this course that explores the familial relationships of characters on soap operas\u2013essential for those who just can\u2019t get enough of their programs.<\/p>\n
It\u2019s the End of the World as We Know It (And I Feel Fine): Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile we all hope the world won\u2019t be ending anytime soon, this course explores the variety of Armageddon scenarios out there and why we\u2019re so obsessed with the end of it all. [Alfred U] <\/p>\n
Purity and Porn in America: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, students can learn about the role between sexuality and modesty\u2013taking a hard look at the way it\u2019s dealt with in modern society. <\/p>\n
UFOs In American Society: Temple University<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you\u2019re the Fox Mulder type, then you\u2019ll be jealous of students at Temple U who get to learn more about the role of UFOs in popular culture in this course. <\/p>\n
The Good, the Bad, and the Revolting: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nYou might think you know what is revolting and what\u2019s not, but this course offers to teach you what it really means to be disgusting, shameful and pitiful\u2013among other things. [Alfred U]
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Science<\/strong><\/h1>\nMake your science education a little more interesting with these courses that draw on sexuality, garbage, and fiction for inspiration.<\/p>\n
The Science of Superheroes: University of California, Irvine<\/strong><\/h4>\n While it might sound like fun and games, this course takes superheroes as a means to teach students real lessons about physics. [U of California Irvine] <\/p>\n
The Science of Harry Potter: Frostburg State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nUnicorns and magical spells might not be real, but this course addresses the magical happenings of the Harry Potter series through a scientific lens, applying physics to things like quidditch.<\/p>\n
Joy of Garbage: University of California, Berkeley<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might sound like an ideal course for clutter-bugs, this course is actually designed to teach students how to manage garbage and encourage them to make less waste and recycle more. <\/p>\n
“Far Side” Entomology: Oregon State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThe much-beloved Far Side comics form the basis for this course that addresses the relationship between people and insects.<\/p>\n
Facial Reconstruction: University of Montana<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course isn\u2019t so much ridiculous as it is weird, being one of the few in the country that teaches students how to puzzle together the bones of the face to help figure out the identity of recovered remains. <\/p>\n
The Amazing World of Bubbles: California Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course isn\u2019t about bubble baths or even bubble wrap. Instead, it explores the energy potential of the bubble. <\/p>\n
FemSex: Carleton College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWomen of all ages and orientations enrolled in this course, teaching women about different definitions of sex, orgasms, sexual norms and even taboos like incest.<\/p>\n
Technology<\/strong><\/h1>\nWith technology becoming such a major part of everyday life, it\u2019s no wonder these courses have sprung up on college campuses nationwide.<\/p>\n
The Strategy of Starcraft: University of California, Berkeley<\/strong><\/h4>\nFans of this game say it\u2019s one of the most difficult to master, but this course at Berkeley aims to help students learn the game better through lessons from one of its creators. <\/p>\n
Cyberporn and Society: University of New York-Buffalo<\/strong><\/h4>\nWIth the internet housing more porn that one could look at in a lifetime, this course explores the role of porn in the development of the web and the effects it has had on relationships and expectations. <\/p>\n
Cyberfeminism: Cornell University<\/strong><\/h4>\nLearn just what the heck cyberfeminism is in this course. <\/p>\n
Learning from YouTube: Pitzer College<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you can\u2019t figure out how to watch videos and learn on your own, this course will teach you how. <\/p>\n
Personal Robots: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLike something out of the Jetsons, this course offers students a chance to learn about the development of little helper robots.<\/p>\n
Human Computer Interaction: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you love or hate your computer, you can learn more about the relationships people develop with their machines from this course.<\/p>\n
The Anthropology of Computing: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat role does your computer play in your life? In society? This course examines how computers function in culture and change human communications. <\/p>\n
Lego Robotics: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLegos can help you build more than just that TIE Fighter, they can also be used to make real robots, as this course will show students.<\/p>\n
Human Beings and the Machines of Sunshine: Rice University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile this course is based on the technical, it addresses more of the social issues that have arisen since machines have become more and more a part of daily life. <\/p>\n
Street-Fighting Mathematics: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile math and street-fighting aren\u2019t two things that logically fall together, this course shows students that there is a way to analyze fighting through a mathematical pattern\u2013something that might get you beat up in the first place.<\/p>\n
Games and Civic Engagement: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLearn about the role video games might play in the future of education and community programs through this course. <\/p>\n
Philosophy<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses promise to help you think deeply about philosophical and religious issues while often using pop culture as a reference point.<\/p>\n
The Simpsons and Philosophy: University of California, Berkeley<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the Simpsons may appear to be just good entertainment, this course shows the deeper philosophical issues under all those “d\u2019ohs.” <\/p>\n
Philosophy and Star Trek: Georgetown University<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who take this class will not only get to watch Star Trek, but delve into the issues the show discusses like time travel, a sense of reality, free will and more. <\/p>\n
Star Trek and Religion: U of Indiana<\/strong><\/h4>\nLook at religion through the lens of the Star Trek world, with discussions that address both supporting and criticizing religion. <\/p>\n
Myth and Science Fiction: Star Wars, The Matrix, and Lord of the Rings: Centre College<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore larger issues of myth and speculative fiction through these popular movies. <\/p>\n
Taking Marx Seriously: Amherst University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThe oddest thing about this course\u2019s name is that it implies that people haven\u2019t been taking Marx seriously, odd considering the antipathy towards the economist and social theorist since the Cold War. <\/p>\n
Music<\/strong><\/h1>\nExplore music from some different perspectives in these courses.<\/p>\n
Queer Musicology: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nAccording to this course, those who are homosexual create and experience music differently than their straight counterparts. While many experts in the field see this as a growing field of study, most outside were quite critical when this course was introduced in the 90s. <\/p>\n
History of Electronic Dance Music: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you love clubbing or just the thudding beats of dance music, you can learn more about where it came from and where it\u2019s going in this course. <\/p>\n
The Beatles: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nTrue Beatles fans can learn everything there is to know about the band in this course, though unfortunately there is no extra credit for mastering their catalog on Expert on Rock Band. <\/p>\n
Nuthin\u2019 but a \u2018G\u2019 Thang: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nEmbrace your inner thug with this course that explores the history of gangsta rap. <\/p>\n
Introduction to Turntablism: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who have dreamt of being great DJs can add to their college experience by taking this class on the art and business of operating the turntable.<\/p>\n
Visual Arts<\/strong><\/h1>\nFrom video games to horror films, these courses help college students analyze visual culture.<\/p>\n
Underwater Basket Weaving: Reed College<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere it is, the course that has been the butt of numerous jokes about the declining quality of college education in America. Yes, it really exists and you can take it at this school and others for credit. <\/p>\n
Muppet Magic: Jim Henson\u2019s Art: UC Santa Cruz<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore the fine art of elaborate puppetry through this course.<\/p>\n
Dirty Pictures: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nTake a look at the history and art of sexy, dirty and explicit photos in this course. <\/p>\n
The Horror Film in Context: Bowodin College<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you love a good scare, consider this course at Bowdoin to gain a better understanding of the format of the horror film. <\/p>\n
The Road Movie: Barnard College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFrom Easy Rider <\/em>to Thelma and Louise, <\/em>this course looks at the road trip movie and the concept of the journey. Curiously omitted was the college age favorite Road Trip.<\/em> <\/p>\nThe Art of Sin and the Sin of Art: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course will look not only at controversial artwork but also at the practice of creating art and its moral implications. <\/p>\n
The Art of Warcraft: A Closer Look at the Virtual World Phenomenon: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, nerds and artists alike can learn about the aesthetics of the video game world.<\/p>\n
Physical Education and Recreation<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses help students all over the nation stay in shape and get active.<\/p>\n
PE for ME: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course is pretty much phys ed for nerds, using physical activity to teach lessons about mechanical engineering. <\/p>\n
Xtreme Lit: Northern Illinois University<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you like to get totally extreme, then this course would be for you, asking students to engage in sometimes adventurous recreational activities while reading authors who loved the great outdoors. <\/p>\n
Whitewater Skills: West Virginia University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat would college be without learning how to manage some rapids? This course offers to teach students just that.<\/p>\n
Circus Stunts: Triton College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you want to join the circus or just need a more interesting workout, this course can teach you all kinds of acrobatics. <\/p>\n
The Art of Walking: Centre College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you would think that most able-bodied students would know how to walk by the time they entered college, this course hopes to teach them to do it better, and more consciously. <\/p>\n
Tree Climbing: Cornell University<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who never learned to climb a tree as a child can now receive college-level education on the subject through this course. <\/p>\n
American Golf: Aristocratic Pastime or the People\u2019s Game?: Carnegie Mellon<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, students learn about the history and social aspects of golf. <\/p>\n
Knitting for Noobs: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFor many students, it\u2019s totally worth the cost of a college course to learn how to knit a few scarves.<\/p>\n
Golf Course Management: Tarleton State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis practical course will teach students how to take care of those greens and pesky sand traps. <\/p>\n
Popular Culture<\/strong><\/h1>\nFocusing on popular culture phenomena and icons, these courses catch a lot of guff for their seemingly superficial subject matter.<\/p>\n
Oprah Winfrey: The Tycoon: University of Illinois, Urbana<\/strong><\/h4>\n While no longer offered, this course gave students a chance to look deep into the life of one of the most successful and recognizable women in the world.<\/p>\n
How to Watch Television: Montclair University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThough most of us are pretty adept at turning on the TV and vegging out, this course aims to teach students how to watch TV actively.<\/p>\n
Through the Darkness of Future-Past: An Exploration of David Lynch\u2019s Twin Peaks: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDelve into the weird world of this TV cult classic in this course.<\/p>\n
Breaking the Rules: An Intellectual Discussion of Fight Club: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile perhaps not the newest movie, this film (and the book it\u2019s based upon, presumably) still elicits enough interest to have a course that talks all about the issues addressed within it. <\/p>\n
Video Game History: Rise of a New Medium: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you loved your NES back in the day or can\u2019t get enough X Box, this course teaches students about the history of games and where they\u2019re headed in the future.<\/p>\n
The Future is Lost: TV Series as Cultural Phenomenon: Tufts University<\/strong><\/h4>\nSome people might feel that Lost deserves its own course just because it\u2019s so darn hard to figure out what\u2019s happening in the series, but this course goes deeper, examining the popularity of shows like this and their expansion into other media. <\/p>\n
Goldberg\u2019s Canon: Makin\u2019 Whoopi: Bates College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile not offered since 2004, this course was the first and only to examine the sometimes controversial public persona of this comedienne, actress and now daytime talk show host. <\/p>\n
Chosen: Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThose who were addicted to Buffy can now examine the series in-depth through the material presented in this course.<\/p>\n
The Office: Awesome, Awkward, & Addicting: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nLet\u2019s hope this course on the popular show isn\u2019t nearly as uncomfortable to watch. <\/p>\n
Calvin & Hobbes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis iconic comic was much more than just simple Saturday morning entertainment\u2013or so this course aims to show. <\/p>\n
Superheroes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat do superheroes really mean in our culture? Why create such figures? This course examines this and a myriad of other issues. <\/p>\n
American Pro Wrestling: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the words “MIT” and “pro wrestling” may not be two you\u2019d bring together, this course asks students at the tech-savvy school to think about the cultural implications of the often-theatrical wrestling world. <\/p>\n
American Soap Operas: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat is it about soap operas that make them so addicting? Students at MIT get a chance to delve into the logic behind these series in this course. <\/p>\n
It\u2019s News to Me: the Role of Media in Your Life: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nMost of us may not even realize how big of a role the media plays in our lives, but this course aims to bring it to the forefront. <\/p>\n
Zombies in Popular Media: Columbia College- Chicago<\/strong><\/h4>\nEvery year it seems like there are more and more movies about zombies. What is the fascination with these fictional creatures? Students at Columbia College can take this course and become zombie experts. <\/p>\n
Food and Drink<\/strong><\/h1>\nEverybody has to eat, so why not learn more about it from these courses?<\/p>\n
Food and Power in the Twentieth Century: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nIn this course, students learn how sometimes having all the food means having all the power. <\/p>\n
Kitchen Chemistry: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents in this course will learn how to turn their kitchens into their own private laboratories, teaching them not only about science but about cooking as well.<\/p>\n
Cultural Aspects of Food: Oneonta College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDo foods from your childhood elicit specific emotions from you? This course will delve into what the cultural connections we have with food are and why these relationships are so strong. <\/p>\n
Campus Culture and Drinking: Duke University<\/strong><\/h4>\nAs many students may have been sad to learn, this course doesn\u2019t encourage students to go get trashed, instead of asking them to more carefully consider the social and cultural aspects of drinking on campus.<\/p>\n
From Bean to Bar: The History, Politics, & Taste of Chocolate: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nChocoholics can take their love of the sweet substance one step further and learn how it goes from the field, gets processed and ends up in their mouths. <\/p>\n
Maple Syrup: The Real Thing: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile most students won\u2019t be pursuing a career as a maple syrup maker, this course offers to teach them everything they need to know about the business, should they decide they need a career change.<\/p>\n
Life Skills<\/strong><\/h1>\nCollege doesn\u2019t just have to be academic, as these courses that provide valuable life lessons prove.<\/p>\n
Tightwaddery, or The Good Life on a Dollar a Day: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the title might elicit some laughs, this course offers some sage advice on breaking the bonds of consumerism and fighting back against the status quo. And if that isn\u2019t part of a well-rounded college education then what is? <\/p>\n
Finding Dates Worth Keeping: University of Sioux Falls<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who find themselves constantly falling in love (or just in bed) with Mr. or Mrs. Wrong can take this course to learn to make better dating decisions. <\/p>\n
Field Equipment Operation: University of California, Davis<\/strong><\/h4>\nIt might have a fancy title, but this class gets down and dirty with teaching students how to drive a tractor. <\/p>\n
Getting Dressed: Princeton University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile many students wouldn\u2019t have made it to college without some idea of how to get dressed in the morning, this class takes it one step further and takes a look at what it really means <\/em>to wear those Uggs or backwards baseball cap. <\/p>\nBiblical Model for Home and Family: Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere you\u2019ll find a female-only course that will make all but the most traditional women bristle. With lessons on how to properly serve your husband and bake cookies, it\u2019s useful, no doubt\u2013but the lack of a male counterpart course is questionable.<\/p>\n
Furniture Making: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you might already feel like you know how to build furniture after a few intense Ikea assemblies, this course will teach you more in-depth ways of building just about anything around the home. <\/p>\n
How to Learn (Almost) Anything: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might seem odd to take a course on how to learn from the rest of your courses, this practical class from MIT asks students to use technology and tools to stretch their minds. <\/p>\n
Miscellaneous<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses touch on a wide range of interesting, if not always normal, subject matter.<\/p>\n
Nonviolent Responses to Terrorism: Swarthmore College<\/strong><\/h4>\nNews reports tell that most students today don\u2019t even know what year 9\/11 happened. With the memory of terrorism in the distant past (or so it seems) this course seems more and more relevant as anger fades and the American public grows tired of conflict.<\/p>\n
Stupidity: Occidental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat better topic to rail against at college than stupidity? This course examines it at depth from literary, social and philosophical perspectives. <\/p>\n
Daylighting: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course doesn\u2019t refer to the opposite of moonlighting, it is designed to help students learn how to better light things with, what else, the sun. <\/p>\n
Yes, some of these courses teeter between useful knowledge and just plain silly. Many however, offer great educational opportunities, even though the name doesn’t exactly reflect it. <\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Source: OnlineUniversities.com, 100 Hilarious College Courses that Really Exist<\/a><\/p>\n
While we all hope the world won\u2019t be ending anytime soon, this course explores the variety of Armageddon scenarios out there and why we\u2019re so obsessed with the end of it all. [Alfred U] <\/p>\n
Purity and Porn in America: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, students can learn about the role between sexuality and modesty\u2013taking a hard look at the way it\u2019s dealt with in modern society. <\/p>\n
UFOs In American Society: Temple University<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you\u2019re the Fox Mulder type, then you\u2019ll be jealous of students at Temple U who get to learn more about the role of UFOs in popular culture in this course. <\/p>\n
The Good, the Bad, and the Revolting: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nYou might think you know what is revolting and what\u2019s not, but this course offers to teach you what it really means to be disgusting, shameful and pitiful\u2013among other things. [Alfred U]
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Science<\/strong><\/h1>\nMake your science education a little more interesting with these courses that draw on sexuality, garbage, and fiction for inspiration.<\/p>\n
The Science of Superheroes: University of California, Irvine<\/strong><\/h4>\n While it might sound like fun and games, this course takes superheroes as a means to teach students real lessons about physics. [U of California Irvine] <\/p>\n
The Science of Harry Potter: Frostburg State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nUnicorns and magical spells might not be real, but this course addresses the magical happenings of the Harry Potter series through a scientific lens, applying physics to things like quidditch.<\/p>\n
Joy of Garbage: University of California, Berkeley<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might sound like an ideal course for clutter-bugs, this course is actually designed to teach students how to manage garbage and encourage them to make less waste and recycle more. <\/p>\n
“Far Side” Entomology: Oregon State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThe much-beloved Far Side comics form the basis for this course that addresses the relationship between people and insects.<\/p>\n
Facial Reconstruction: University of Montana<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course isn\u2019t so much ridiculous as it is weird, being one of the few in the country that teaches students how to puzzle together the bones of the face to help figure out the identity of recovered remains. <\/p>\n
The Amazing World of Bubbles: California Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course isn\u2019t about bubble baths or even bubble wrap. Instead, it explores the energy potential of the bubble. <\/p>\n
FemSex: Carleton College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWomen of all ages and orientations enrolled in this course, teaching women about different definitions of sex, orgasms, sexual norms and even taboos like incest.<\/p>\n
Technology<\/strong><\/h1>\nWith technology becoming such a major part of everyday life, it\u2019s no wonder these courses have sprung up on college campuses nationwide.<\/p>\n
The Strategy of Starcraft: University of California, Berkeley<\/strong><\/h4>\nFans of this game say it\u2019s one of the most difficult to master, but this course at Berkeley aims to help students learn the game better through lessons from one of its creators. <\/p>\n
Cyberporn and Society: University of New York-Buffalo<\/strong><\/h4>\nWIth the internet housing more porn that one could look at in a lifetime, this course explores the role of porn in the development of the web and the effects it has had on relationships and expectations. <\/p>\n
Cyberfeminism: Cornell University<\/strong><\/h4>\nLearn just what the heck cyberfeminism is in this course. <\/p>\n
Learning from YouTube: Pitzer College<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you can\u2019t figure out how to watch videos and learn on your own, this course will teach you how. <\/p>\n
Personal Robots: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLike something out of the Jetsons, this course offers students a chance to learn about the development of little helper robots.<\/p>\n
Human Computer Interaction: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you love or hate your computer, you can learn more about the relationships people develop with their machines from this course.<\/p>\n
The Anthropology of Computing: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat role does your computer play in your life? In society? This course examines how computers function in culture and change human communications. <\/p>\n
Lego Robotics: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLegos can help you build more than just that TIE Fighter, they can also be used to make real robots, as this course will show students.<\/p>\n
Human Beings and the Machines of Sunshine: Rice University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile this course is based on the technical, it addresses more of the social issues that have arisen since machines have become more and more a part of daily life. <\/p>\n
Street-Fighting Mathematics: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile math and street-fighting aren\u2019t two things that logically fall together, this course shows students that there is a way to analyze fighting through a mathematical pattern\u2013something that might get you beat up in the first place.<\/p>\n
Games and Civic Engagement: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLearn about the role video games might play in the future of education and community programs through this course. <\/p>\n
Philosophy<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses promise to help you think deeply about philosophical and religious issues while often using pop culture as a reference point.<\/p>\n
The Simpsons and Philosophy: University of California, Berkeley<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the Simpsons may appear to be just good entertainment, this course shows the deeper philosophical issues under all those “d\u2019ohs.” <\/p>\n
Philosophy and Star Trek: Georgetown University<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who take this class will not only get to watch Star Trek, but delve into the issues the show discusses like time travel, a sense of reality, free will and more. <\/p>\n
Star Trek and Religion: U of Indiana<\/strong><\/h4>\nLook at religion through the lens of the Star Trek world, with discussions that address both supporting and criticizing religion. <\/p>\n
Myth and Science Fiction: Star Wars, The Matrix, and Lord of the Rings: Centre College<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore larger issues of myth and speculative fiction through these popular movies. <\/p>\n
Taking Marx Seriously: Amherst University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThe oddest thing about this course\u2019s name is that it implies that people haven\u2019t been taking Marx seriously, odd considering the antipathy towards the economist and social theorist since the Cold War. <\/p>\n
Music<\/strong><\/h1>\nExplore music from some different perspectives in these courses.<\/p>\n
Queer Musicology: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nAccording to this course, those who are homosexual create and experience music differently than their straight counterparts. While many experts in the field see this as a growing field of study, most outside were quite critical when this course was introduced in the 90s. <\/p>\n
History of Electronic Dance Music: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you love clubbing or just the thudding beats of dance music, you can learn more about where it came from and where it\u2019s going in this course. <\/p>\n
The Beatles: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nTrue Beatles fans can learn everything there is to know about the band in this course, though unfortunately there is no extra credit for mastering their catalog on Expert on Rock Band. <\/p>\n
Nuthin\u2019 but a \u2018G\u2019 Thang: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nEmbrace your inner thug with this course that explores the history of gangsta rap. <\/p>\n
Introduction to Turntablism: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who have dreamt of being great DJs can add to their college experience by taking this class on the art and business of operating the turntable.<\/p>\n
Visual Arts<\/strong><\/h1>\nFrom video games to horror films, these courses help college students analyze visual culture.<\/p>\n
Underwater Basket Weaving: Reed College<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere it is, the course that has been the butt of numerous jokes about the declining quality of college education in America. Yes, it really exists and you can take it at this school and others for credit. <\/p>\n
Muppet Magic: Jim Henson\u2019s Art: UC Santa Cruz<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore the fine art of elaborate puppetry through this course.<\/p>\n
Dirty Pictures: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nTake a look at the history and art of sexy, dirty and explicit photos in this course. <\/p>\n
The Horror Film in Context: Bowodin College<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you love a good scare, consider this course at Bowdoin to gain a better understanding of the format of the horror film. <\/p>\n
The Road Movie: Barnard College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFrom Easy Rider <\/em>to Thelma and Louise, <\/em>this course looks at the road trip movie and the concept of the journey. Curiously omitted was the college age favorite Road Trip.<\/em> <\/p>\nThe Art of Sin and the Sin of Art: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course will look not only at controversial artwork but also at the practice of creating art and its moral implications. <\/p>\n
The Art of Warcraft: A Closer Look at the Virtual World Phenomenon: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, nerds and artists alike can learn about the aesthetics of the video game world.<\/p>\n
Physical Education and Recreation<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses help students all over the nation stay in shape and get active.<\/p>\n
PE for ME: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course is pretty much phys ed for nerds, using physical activity to teach lessons about mechanical engineering. <\/p>\n
Xtreme Lit: Northern Illinois University<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you like to get totally extreme, then this course would be for you, asking students to engage in sometimes adventurous recreational activities while reading authors who loved the great outdoors. <\/p>\n
Whitewater Skills: West Virginia University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat would college be without learning how to manage some rapids? This course offers to teach students just that.<\/p>\n
Circus Stunts: Triton College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you want to join the circus or just need a more interesting workout, this course can teach you all kinds of acrobatics. <\/p>\n
The Art of Walking: Centre College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you would think that most able-bodied students would know how to walk by the time they entered college, this course hopes to teach them to do it better, and more consciously. <\/p>\n
Tree Climbing: Cornell University<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who never learned to climb a tree as a child can now receive college-level education on the subject through this course. <\/p>\n
American Golf: Aristocratic Pastime or the People\u2019s Game?: Carnegie Mellon<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, students learn about the history and social aspects of golf. <\/p>\n
Knitting for Noobs: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFor many students, it\u2019s totally worth the cost of a college course to learn how to knit a few scarves.<\/p>\n
Golf Course Management: Tarleton State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis practical course will teach students how to take care of those greens and pesky sand traps. <\/p>\n
Popular Culture<\/strong><\/h1>\nFocusing on popular culture phenomena and icons, these courses catch a lot of guff for their seemingly superficial subject matter.<\/p>\n
Oprah Winfrey: The Tycoon: University of Illinois, Urbana<\/strong><\/h4>\n While no longer offered, this course gave students a chance to look deep into the life of one of the most successful and recognizable women in the world.<\/p>\n
How to Watch Television: Montclair University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThough most of us are pretty adept at turning on the TV and vegging out, this course aims to teach students how to watch TV actively.<\/p>\n
Through the Darkness of Future-Past: An Exploration of David Lynch\u2019s Twin Peaks: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDelve into the weird world of this TV cult classic in this course.<\/p>\n
Breaking the Rules: An Intellectual Discussion of Fight Club: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile perhaps not the newest movie, this film (and the book it\u2019s based upon, presumably) still elicits enough interest to have a course that talks all about the issues addressed within it. <\/p>\n
Video Game History: Rise of a New Medium: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you loved your NES back in the day or can\u2019t get enough X Box, this course teaches students about the history of games and where they\u2019re headed in the future.<\/p>\n
The Future is Lost: TV Series as Cultural Phenomenon: Tufts University<\/strong><\/h4>\nSome people might feel that Lost deserves its own course just because it\u2019s so darn hard to figure out what\u2019s happening in the series, but this course goes deeper, examining the popularity of shows like this and their expansion into other media. <\/p>\n
Goldberg\u2019s Canon: Makin\u2019 Whoopi: Bates College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile not offered since 2004, this course was the first and only to examine the sometimes controversial public persona of this comedienne, actress and now daytime talk show host. <\/p>\n
Chosen: Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThose who were addicted to Buffy can now examine the series in-depth through the material presented in this course.<\/p>\n
The Office: Awesome, Awkward, & Addicting: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nLet\u2019s hope this course on the popular show isn\u2019t nearly as uncomfortable to watch. <\/p>\n
Calvin & Hobbes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis iconic comic was much more than just simple Saturday morning entertainment\u2013or so this course aims to show. <\/p>\n
Superheroes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat do superheroes really mean in our culture? Why create such figures? This course examines this and a myriad of other issues. <\/p>\n
American Pro Wrestling: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the words “MIT” and “pro wrestling” may not be two you\u2019d bring together, this course asks students at the tech-savvy school to think about the cultural implications of the often-theatrical wrestling world. <\/p>\n
American Soap Operas: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat is it about soap operas that make them so addicting? Students at MIT get a chance to delve into the logic behind these series in this course. <\/p>\n
It\u2019s News to Me: the Role of Media in Your Life: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nMost of us may not even realize how big of a role the media plays in our lives, but this course aims to bring it to the forefront. <\/p>\n
Zombies in Popular Media: Columbia College- Chicago<\/strong><\/h4>\nEvery year it seems like there are more and more movies about zombies. What is the fascination with these fictional creatures? Students at Columbia College can take this course and become zombie experts. <\/p>\n
Food and Drink<\/strong><\/h1>\nEverybody has to eat, so why not learn more about it from these courses?<\/p>\n
Food and Power in the Twentieth Century: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nIn this course, students learn how sometimes having all the food means having all the power. <\/p>\n
Kitchen Chemistry: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents in this course will learn how to turn their kitchens into their own private laboratories, teaching them not only about science but about cooking as well.<\/p>\n
Cultural Aspects of Food: Oneonta College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDo foods from your childhood elicit specific emotions from you? This course will delve into what the cultural connections we have with food are and why these relationships are so strong. <\/p>\n
Campus Culture and Drinking: Duke University<\/strong><\/h4>\nAs many students may have been sad to learn, this course doesn\u2019t encourage students to go get trashed, instead of asking them to more carefully consider the social and cultural aspects of drinking on campus.<\/p>\n
From Bean to Bar: The History, Politics, & Taste of Chocolate: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nChocoholics can take their love of the sweet substance one step further and learn how it goes from the field, gets processed and ends up in their mouths. <\/p>\n
Maple Syrup: The Real Thing: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile most students won\u2019t be pursuing a career as a maple syrup maker, this course offers to teach them everything they need to know about the business, should they decide they need a career change.<\/p>\n
Life Skills<\/strong><\/h1>\nCollege doesn\u2019t just have to be academic, as these courses that provide valuable life lessons prove.<\/p>\n
Tightwaddery, or The Good Life on a Dollar a Day: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the title might elicit some laughs, this course offers some sage advice on breaking the bonds of consumerism and fighting back against the status quo. And if that isn\u2019t part of a well-rounded college education then what is? <\/p>\n
Finding Dates Worth Keeping: University of Sioux Falls<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who find themselves constantly falling in love (or just in bed) with Mr. or Mrs. Wrong can take this course to learn to make better dating decisions. <\/p>\n
Field Equipment Operation: University of California, Davis<\/strong><\/h4>\nIt might have a fancy title, but this class gets down and dirty with teaching students how to drive a tractor. <\/p>\n
Getting Dressed: Princeton University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile many students wouldn\u2019t have made it to college without some idea of how to get dressed in the morning, this class takes it one step further and takes a look at what it really means <\/em>to wear those Uggs or backwards baseball cap. <\/p>\nBiblical Model for Home and Family: Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere you\u2019ll find a female-only course that will make all but the most traditional women bristle. With lessons on how to properly serve your husband and bake cookies, it\u2019s useful, no doubt\u2013but the lack of a male counterpart course is questionable.<\/p>\n
Furniture Making: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you might already feel like you know how to build furniture after a few intense Ikea assemblies, this course will teach you more in-depth ways of building just about anything around the home. <\/p>\n
How to Learn (Almost) Anything: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might seem odd to take a course on how to learn from the rest of your courses, this practical class from MIT asks students to use technology and tools to stretch their minds. <\/p>\n
Miscellaneous<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses touch on a wide range of interesting, if not always normal, subject matter.<\/p>\n
Nonviolent Responses to Terrorism: Swarthmore College<\/strong><\/h4>\nNews reports tell that most students today don\u2019t even know what year 9\/11 happened. With the memory of terrorism in the distant past (or so it seems) this course seems more and more relevant as anger fades and the American public grows tired of conflict.<\/p>\n
Stupidity: Occidental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat better topic to rail against at college than stupidity? This course examines it at depth from literary, social and philosophical perspectives. <\/p>\n
Daylighting: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course doesn\u2019t refer to the opposite of moonlighting, it is designed to help students learn how to better light things with, what else, the sun. <\/p>\n
Yes, some of these courses teeter between useful knowledge and just plain silly. Many however, offer great educational opportunities, even though the name doesn’t exactly reflect it. <\/p>\n
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Source: OnlineUniversities.com, 100 Hilarious College Courses that Really Exist<\/a><\/p>\n
If you\u2019re the Fox Mulder type, then you\u2019ll be jealous of students at Temple U who get to learn more about the role of UFOs in popular culture in this course. <\/p>\n
The Good, the Bad, and the Revolting: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nYou might think you know what is revolting and what\u2019s not, but this course offers to teach you what it really means to be disgusting, shameful and pitiful\u2013among other things. [Alfred U]
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Science<\/strong><\/h1>\nMake your science education a little more interesting with these courses that draw on sexuality, garbage, and fiction for inspiration.<\/p>\n
The Science of Superheroes: University of California, Irvine<\/strong><\/h4>\n While it might sound like fun and games, this course takes superheroes as a means to teach students real lessons about physics. [U of California Irvine] <\/p>\n
The Science of Harry Potter: Frostburg State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nUnicorns and magical spells might not be real, but this course addresses the magical happenings of the Harry Potter series through a scientific lens, applying physics to things like quidditch.<\/p>\n
Joy of Garbage: University of California, Berkeley<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might sound like an ideal course for clutter-bugs, this course is actually designed to teach students how to manage garbage and encourage them to make less waste and recycle more. <\/p>\n
“Far Side” Entomology: Oregon State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThe much-beloved Far Side comics form the basis for this course that addresses the relationship between people and insects.<\/p>\n
Facial Reconstruction: University of Montana<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course isn\u2019t so much ridiculous as it is weird, being one of the few in the country that teaches students how to puzzle together the bones of the face to help figure out the identity of recovered remains. <\/p>\n
The Amazing World of Bubbles: California Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course isn\u2019t about bubble baths or even bubble wrap. Instead, it explores the energy potential of the bubble. <\/p>\n
FemSex: Carleton College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWomen of all ages and orientations enrolled in this course, teaching women about different definitions of sex, orgasms, sexual norms and even taboos like incest.<\/p>\n
Technology<\/strong><\/h1>\nWith technology becoming such a major part of everyday life, it\u2019s no wonder these courses have sprung up on college campuses nationwide.<\/p>\n
The Strategy of Starcraft: University of California, Berkeley<\/strong><\/h4>\nFans of this game say it\u2019s one of the most difficult to master, but this course at Berkeley aims to help students learn the game better through lessons from one of its creators. <\/p>\n
Cyberporn and Society: University of New York-Buffalo<\/strong><\/h4>\nWIth the internet housing more porn that one could look at in a lifetime, this course explores the role of porn in the development of the web and the effects it has had on relationships and expectations. <\/p>\n
Cyberfeminism: Cornell University<\/strong><\/h4>\nLearn just what the heck cyberfeminism is in this course. <\/p>\n
Learning from YouTube: Pitzer College<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you can\u2019t figure out how to watch videos and learn on your own, this course will teach you how. <\/p>\n
Personal Robots: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLike something out of the Jetsons, this course offers students a chance to learn about the development of little helper robots.<\/p>\n
Human Computer Interaction: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you love or hate your computer, you can learn more about the relationships people develop with their machines from this course.<\/p>\n
The Anthropology of Computing: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat role does your computer play in your life? In society? This course examines how computers function in culture and change human communications. <\/p>\n
Lego Robotics: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLegos can help you build more than just that TIE Fighter, they can also be used to make real robots, as this course will show students.<\/p>\n
Human Beings and the Machines of Sunshine: Rice University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile this course is based on the technical, it addresses more of the social issues that have arisen since machines have become more and more a part of daily life. <\/p>\n
Street-Fighting Mathematics: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile math and street-fighting aren\u2019t two things that logically fall together, this course shows students that there is a way to analyze fighting through a mathematical pattern\u2013something that might get you beat up in the first place.<\/p>\n
Games and Civic Engagement: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLearn about the role video games might play in the future of education and community programs through this course. <\/p>\n
Philosophy<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses promise to help you think deeply about philosophical and religious issues while often using pop culture as a reference point.<\/p>\n
The Simpsons and Philosophy: University of California, Berkeley<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the Simpsons may appear to be just good entertainment, this course shows the deeper philosophical issues under all those “d\u2019ohs.” <\/p>\n
Philosophy and Star Trek: Georgetown University<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who take this class will not only get to watch Star Trek, but delve into the issues the show discusses like time travel, a sense of reality, free will and more. <\/p>\n
Star Trek and Religion: U of Indiana<\/strong><\/h4>\nLook at religion through the lens of the Star Trek world, with discussions that address both supporting and criticizing religion. <\/p>\n
Myth and Science Fiction: Star Wars, The Matrix, and Lord of the Rings: Centre College<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore larger issues of myth and speculative fiction through these popular movies. <\/p>\n
Taking Marx Seriously: Amherst University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThe oddest thing about this course\u2019s name is that it implies that people haven\u2019t been taking Marx seriously, odd considering the antipathy towards the economist and social theorist since the Cold War. <\/p>\n
Music<\/strong><\/h1>\nExplore music from some different perspectives in these courses.<\/p>\n
Queer Musicology: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nAccording to this course, those who are homosexual create and experience music differently than their straight counterparts. While many experts in the field see this as a growing field of study, most outside were quite critical when this course was introduced in the 90s. <\/p>\n
History of Electronic Dance Music: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you love clubbing or just the thudding beats of dance music, you can learn more about where it came from and where it\u2019s going in this course. <\/p>\n
The Beatles: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nTrue Beatles fans can learn everything there is to know about the band in this course, though unfortunately there is no extra credit for mastering their catalog on Expert on Rock Band. <\/p>\n
Nuthin\u2019 but a \u2018G\u2019 Thang: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nEmbrace your inner thug with this course that explores the history of gangsta rap. <\/p>\n
Introduction to Turntablism: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who have dreamt of being great DJs can add to their college experience by taking this class on the art and business of operating the turntable.<\/p>\n
Visual Arts<\/strong><\/h1>\nFrom video games to horror films, these courses help college students analyze visual culture.<\/p>\n
Underwater Basket Weaving: Reed College<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere it is, the course that has been the butt of numerous jokes about the declining quality of college education in America. Yes, it really exists and you can take it at this school and others for credit. <\/p>\n
Muppet Magic: Jim Henson\u2019s Art: UC Santa Cruz<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore the fine art of elaborate puppetry through this course.<\/p>\n
Dirty Pictures: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nTake a look at the history and art of sexy, dirty and explicit photos in this course. <\/p>\n
The Horror Film in Context: Bowodin College<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you love a good scare, consider this course at Bowdoin to gain a better understanding of the format of the horror film. <\/p>\n
The Road Movie: Barnard College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFrom Easy Rider <\/em>to Thelma and Louise, <\/em>this course looks at the road trip movie and the concept of the journey. Curiously omitted was the college age favorite Road Trip.<\/em> <\/p>\nThe Art of Sin and the Sin of Art: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course will look not only at controversial artwork but also at the practice of creating art and its moral implications. <\/p>\n
The Art of Warcraft: A Closer Look at the Virtual World Phenomenon: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, nerds and artists alike can learn about the aesthetics of the video game world.<\/p>\n
Physical Education and Recreation<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses help students all over the nation stay in shape and get active.<\/p>\n
PE for ME: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course is pretty much phys ed for nerds, using physical activity to teach lessons about mechanical engineering. <\/p>\n
Xtreme Lit: Northern Illinois University<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you like to get totally extreme, then this course would be for you, asking students to engage in sometimes adventurous recreational activities while reading authors who loved the great outdoors. <\/p>\n
Whitewater Skills: West Virginia University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat would college be without learning how to manage some rapids? This course offers to teach students just that.<\/p>\n
Circus Stunts: Triton College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you want to join the circus or just need a more interesting workout, this course can teach you all kinds of acrobatics. <\/p>\n
The Art of Walking: Centre College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you would think that most able-bodied students would know how to walk by the time they entered college, this course hopes to teach them to do it better, and more consciously. <\/p>\n
Tree Climbing: Cornell University<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who never learned to climb a tree as a child can now receive college-level education on the subject through this course. <\/p>\n
American Golf: Aristocratic Pastime or the People\u2019s Game?: Carnegie Mellon<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, students learn about the history and social aspects of golf. <\/p>\n
Knitting for Noobs: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFor many students, it\u2019s totally worth the cost of a college course to learn how to knit a few scarves.<\/p>\n
Golf Course Management: Tarleton State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis practical course will teach students how to take care of those greens and pesky sand traps. <\/p>\n
Popular Culture<\/strong><\/h1>\nFocusing on popular culture phenomena and icons, these courses catch a lot of guff for their seemingly superficial subject matter.<\/p>\n
Oprah Winfrey: The Tycoon: University of Illinois, Urbana<\/strong><\/h4>\n While no longer offered, this course gave students a chance to look deep into the life of one of the most successful and recognizable women in the world.<\/p>\n
How to Watch Television: Montclair University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThough most of us are pretty adept at turning on the TV and vegging out, this course aims to teach students how to watch TV actively.<\/p>\n
Through the Darkness of Future-Past: An Exploration of David Lynch\u2019s Twin Peaks: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDelve into the weird world of this TV cult classic in this course.<\/p>\n
Breaking the Rules: An Intellectual Discussion of Fight Club: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile perhaps not the newest movie, this film (and the book it\u2019s based upon, presumably) still elicits enough interest to have a course that talks all about the issues addressed within it. <\/p>\n
Video Game History: Rise of a New Medium: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you loved your NES back in the day or can\u2019t get enough X Box, this course teaches students about the history of games and where they\u2019re headed in the future.<\/p>\n
The Future is Lost: TV Series as Cultural Phenomenon: Tufts University<\/strong><\/h4>\nSome people might feel that Lost deserves its own course just because it\u2019s so darn hard to figure out what\u2019s happening in the series, but this course goes deeper, examining the popularity of shows like this and their expansion into other media. <\/p>\n
Goldberg\u2019s Canon: Makin\u2019 Whoopi: Bates College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile not offered since 2004, this course was the first and only to examine the sometimes controversial public persona of this comedienne, actress and now daytime talk show host. <\/p>\n
Chosen: Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThose who were addicted to Buffy can now examine the series in-depth through the material presented in this course.<\/p>\n
The Office: Awesome, Awkward, & Addicting: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nLet\u2019s hope this course on the popular show isn\u2019t nearly as uncomfortable to watch. <\/p>\n
Calvin & Hobbes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis iconic comic was much more than just simple Saturday morning entertainment\u2013or so this course aims to show. <\/p>\n
Superheroes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat do superheroes really mean in our culture? Why create such figures? This course examines this and a myriad of other issues. <\/p>\n
American Pro Wrestling: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the words “MIT” and “pro wrestling” may not be two you\u2019d bring together, this course asks students at the tech-savvy school to think about the cultural implications of the often-theatrical wrestling world. <\/p>\n
American Soap Operas: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat is it about soap operas that make them so addicting? Students at MIT get a chance to delve into the logic behind these series in this course. <\/p>\n
It\u2019s News to Me: the Role of Media in Your Life: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nMost of us may not even realize how big of a role the media plays in our lives, but this course aims to bring it to the forefront. <\/p>\n
Zombies in Popular Media: Columbia College- Chicago<\/strong><\/h4>\nEvery year it seems like there are more and more movies about zombies. What is the fascination with these fictional creatures? Students at Columbia College can take this course and become zombie experts. <\/p>\n
Food and Drink<\/strong><\/h1>\nEverybody has to eat, so why not learn more about it from these courses?<\/p>\n
Food and Power in the Twentieth Century: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nIn this course, students learn how sometimes having all the food means having all the power. <\/p>\n
Kitchen Chemistry: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents in this course will learn how to turn their kitchens into their own private laboratories, teaching them not only about science but about cooking as well.<\/p>\n
Cultural Aspects of Food: Oneonta College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDo foods from your childhood elicit specific emotions from you? This course will delve into what the cultural connections we have with food are and why these relationships are so strong. <\/p>\n
Campus Culture and Drinking: Duke University<\/strong><\/h4>\nAs many students may have been sad to learn, this course doesn\u2019t encourage students to go get trashed, instead of asking them to more carefully consider the social and cultural aspects of drinking on campus.<\/p>\n
From Bean to Bar: The History, Politics, & Taste of Chocolate: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nChocoholics can take their love of the sweet substance one step further and learn how it goes from the field, gets processed and ends up in their mouths. <\/p>\n
Maple Syrup: The Real Thing: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile most students won\u2019t be pursuing a career as a maple syrup maker, this course offers to teach them everything they need to know about the business, should they decide they need a career change.<\/p>\n
Life Skills<\/strong><\/h1>\nCollege doesn\u2019t just have to be academic, as these courses that provide valuable life lessons prove.<\/p>\n
Tightwaddery, or The Good Life on a Dollar a Day: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the title might elicit some laughs, this course offers some sage advice on breaking the bonds of consumerism and fighting back against the status quo. And if that isn\u2019t part of a well-rounded college education then what is? <\/p>\n
Finding Dates Worth Keeping: University of Sioux Falls<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who find themselves constantly falling in love (or just in bed) with Mr. or Mrs. Wrong can take this course to learn to make better dating decisions. <\/p>\n
Field Equipment Operation: University of California, Davis<\/strong><\/h4>\nIt might have a fancy title, but this class gets down and dirty with teaching students how to drive a tractor. <\/p>\n
Getting Dressed: Princeton University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile many students wouldn\u2019t have made it to college without some idea of how to get dressed in the morning, this class takes it one step further and takes a look at what it really means <\/em>to wear those Uggs or backwards baseball cap. <\/p>\nBiblical Model for Home and Family: Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere you\u2019ll find a female-only course that will make all but the most traditional women bristle. With lessons on how to properly serve your husband and bake cookies, it\u2019s useful, no doubt\u2013but the lack of a male counterpart course is questionable.<\/p>\n
Furniture Making: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you might already feel like you know how to build furniture after a few intense Ikea assemblies, this course will teach you more in-depth ways of building just about anything around the home. <\/p>\n
How to Learn (Almost) Anything: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might seem odd to take a course on how to learn from the rest of your courses, this practical class from MIT asks students to use technology and tools to stretch their minds. <\/p>\n
Miscellaneous<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses touch on a wide range of interesting, if not always normal, subject matter.<\/p>\n
Nonviolent Responses to Terrorism: Swarthmore College<\/strong><\/h4>\nNews reports tell that most students today don\u2019t even know what year 9\/11 happened. With the memory of terrorism in the distant past (or so it seems) this course seems more and more relevant as anger fades and the American public grows tired of conflict.<\/p>\n
Stupidity: Occidental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat better topic to rail against at college than stupidity? This course examines it at depth from literary, social and philosophical perspectives. <\/p>\n
Daylighting: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course doesn\u2019t refer to the opposite of moonlighting, it is designed to help students learn how to better light things with, what else, the sun. <\/p>\n
Yes, some of these courses teeter between useful knowledge and just plain silly. Many however, offer great educational opportunities, even though the name doesn’t exactly reflect it. <\/p>\n
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Source: OnlineUniversities.com, 100 Hilarious College Courses that Really Exist<\/a><\/p>\n
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Make your science education a little more interesting with these courses that draw on sexuality, garbage, and fiction for inspiration.<\/p>\n
The Science of Superheroes: University of California, Irvine<\/strong><\/h4>\n While it might sound like fun and games, this course takes superheroes as a means to teach students real lessons about physics. [U of California Irvine] <\/p>\n
The Science of Harry Potter: Frostburg State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nUnicorns and magical spells might not be real, but this course addresses the magical happenings of the Harry Potter series through a scientific lens, applying physics to things like quidditch.<\/p>\n
Joy of Garbage: University of California, Berkeley<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might sound like an ideal course for clutter-bugs, this course is actually designed to teach students how to manage garbage and encourage them to make less waste and recycle more. <\/p>\n
“Far Side” Entomology: Oregon State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThe much-beloved Far Side comics form the basis for this course that addresses the relationship between people and insects.<\/p>\n
Facial Reconstruction: University of Montana<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course isn\u2019t so much ridiculous as it is weird, being one of the few in the country that teaches students how to puzzle together the bones of the face to help figure out the identity of recovered remains. <\/p>\n
The Amazing World of Bubbles: California Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course isn\u2019t about bubble baths or even bubble wrap. Instead, it explores the energy potential of the bubble. <\/p>\n
FemSex: Carleton College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWomen of all ages and orientations enrolled in this course, teaching women about different definitions of sex, orgasms, sexual norms and even taboos like incest.<\/p>\n
Technology<\/strong><\/h1>\nWith technology becoming such a major part of everyday life, it\u2019s no wonder these courses have sprung up on college campuses nationwide.<\/p>\n
The Strategy of Starcraft: University of California, Berkeley<\/strong><\/h4>\nFans of this game say it\u2019s one of the most difficult to master, but this course at Berkeley aims to help students learn the game better through lessons from one of its creators. <\/p>\n
Cyberporn and Society: University of New York-Buffalo<\/strong><\/h4>\nWIth the internet housing more porn that one could look at in a lifetime, this course explores the role of porn in the development of the web and the effects it has had on relationships and expectations. <\/p>\n
Cyberfeminism: Cornell University<\/strong><\/h4>\nLearn just what the heck cyberfeminism is in this course. <\/p>\n
Learning from YouTube: Pitzer College<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you can\u2019t figure out how to watch videos and learn on your own, this course will teach you how. <\/p>\n
Personal Robots: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLike something out of the Jetsons, this course offers students a chance to learn about the development of little helper robots.<\/p>\n
Human Computer Interaction: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you love or hate your computer, you can learn more about the relationships people develop with their machines from this course.<\/p>\n
The Anthropology of Computing: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat role does your computer play in your life? In society? This course examines how computers function in culture and change human communications. <\/p>\n
Lego Robotics: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLegos can help you build more than just that TIE Fighter, they can also be used to make real robots, as this course will show students.<\/p>\n
Human Beings and the Machines of Sunshine: Rice University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile this course is based on the technical, it addresses more of the social issues that have arisen since machines have become more and more a part of daily life. <\/p>\n
Street-Fighting Mathematics: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile math and street-fighting aren\u2019t two things that logically fall together, this course shows students that there is a way to analyze fighting through a mathematical pattern\u2013something that might get you beat up in the first place.<\/p>\n
Games and Civic Engagement: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLearn about the role video games might play in the future of education and community programs through this course. <\/p>\n
Philosophy<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses promise to help you think deeply about philosophical and religious issues while often using pop culture as a reference point.<\/p>\n
The Simpsons and Philosophy: University of California, Berkeley<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the Simpsons may appear to be just good entertainment, this course shows the deeper philosophical issues under all those “d\u2019ohs.” <\/p>\n
Philosophy and Star Trek: Georgetown University<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who take this class will not only get to watch Star Trek, but delve into the issues the show discusses like time travel, a sense of reality, free will and more. <\/p>\n
Star Trek and Religion: U of Indiana<\/strong><\/h4>\nLook at religion through the lens of the Star Trek world, with discussions that address both supporting and criticizing religion. <\/p>\n
Myth and Science Fiction: Star Wars, The Matrix, and Lord of the Rings: Centre College<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore larger issues of myth and speculative fiction through these popular movies. <\/p>\n
Taking Marx Seriously: Amherst University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThe oddest thing about this course\u2019s name is that it implies that people haven\u2019t been taking Marx seriously, odd considering the antipathy towards the economist and social theorist since the Cold War. <\/p>\n
Music<\/strong><\/h1>\nExplore music from some different perspectives in these courses.<\/p>\n
Queer Musicology: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nAccording to this course, those who are homosexual create and experience music differently than their straight counterparts. While many experts in the field see this as a growing field of study, most outside were quite critical when this course was introduced in the 90s. <\/p>\n
History of Electronic Dance Music: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you love clubbing or just the thudding beats of dance music, you can learn more about where it came from and where it\u2019s going in this course. <\/p>\n
The Beatles: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nTrue Beatles fans can learn everything there is to know about the band in this course, though unfortunately there is no extra credit for mastering their catalog on Expert on Rock Band. <\/p>\n
Nuthin\u2019 but a \u2018G\u2019 Thang: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nEmbrace your inner thug with this course that explores the history of gangsta rap. <\/p>\n
Introduction to Turntablism: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who have dreamt of being great DJs can add to their college experience by taking this class on the art and business of operating the turntable.<\/p>\n
Visual Arts<\/strong><\/h1>\nFrom video games to horror films, these courses help college students analyze visual culture.<\/p>\n
Underwater Basket Weaving: Reed College<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere it is, the course that has been the butt of numerous jokes about the declining quality of college education in America. Yes, it really exists and you can take it at this school and others for credit. <\/p>\n
Muppet Magic: Jim Henson\u2019s Art: UC Santa Cruz<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore the fine art of elaborate puppetry through this course.<\/p>\n
Dirty Pictures: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nTake a look at the history and art of sexy, dirty and explicit photos in this course. <\/p>\n
The Horror Film in Context: Bowodin College<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you love a good scare, consider this course at Bowdoin to gain a better understanding of the format of the horror film. <\/p>\n
The Road Movie: Barnard College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFrom Easy Rider <\/em>to Thelma and Louise, <\/em>this course looks at the road trip movie and the concept of the journey. Curiously omitted was the college age favorite Road Trip.<\/em> <\/p>\nThe Art of Sin and the Sin of Art: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course will look not only at controversial artwork but also at the practice of creating art and its moral implications. <\/p>\n
The Art of Warcraft: A Closer Look at the Virtual World Phenomenon: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, nerds and artists alike can learn about the aesthetics of the video game world.<\/p>\n
Physical Education and Recreation<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses help students all over the nation stay in shape and get active.<\/p>\n
PE for ME: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course is pretty much phys ed for nerds, using physical activity to teach lessons about mechanical engineering. <\/p>\n
Xtreme Lit: Northern Illinois University<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you like to get totally extreme, then this course would be for you, asking students to engage in sometimes adventurous recreational activities while reading authors who loved the great outdoors. <\/p>\n
Whitewater Skills: West Virginia University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat would college be without learning how to manage some rapids? This course offers to teach students just that.<\/p>\n
Circus Stunts: Triton College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you want to join the circus or just need a more interesting workout, this course can teach you all kinds of acrobatics. <\/p>\n
The Art of Walking: Centre College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you would think that most able-bodied students would know how to walk by the time they entered college, this course hopes to teach them to do it better, and more consciously. <\/p>\n
Tree Climbing: Cornell University<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who never learned to climb a tree as a child can now receive college-level education on the subject through this course. <\/p>\n
American Golf: Aristocratic Pastime or the People\u2019s Game?: Carnegie Mellon<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, students learn about the history and social aspects of golf. <\/p>\n
Knitting for Noobs: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFor many students, it\u2019s totally worth the cost of a college course to learn how to knit a few scarves.<\/p>\n
Golf Course Management: Tarleton State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis practical course will teach students how to take care of those greens and pesky sand traps. <\/p>\n
Popular Culture<\/strong><\/h1>\nFocusing on popular culture phenomena and icons, these courses catch a lot of guff for their seemingly superficial subject matter.<\/p>\n
Oprah Winfrey: The Tycoon: University of Illinois, Urbana<\/strong><\/h4>\n While no longer offered, this course gave students a chance to look deep into the life of one of the most successful and recognizable women in the world.<\/p>\n
How to Watch Television: Montclair University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThough most of us are pretty adept at turning on the TV and vegging out, this course aims to teach students how to watch TV actively.<\/p>\n
Through the Darkness of Future-Past: An Exploration of David Lynch\u2019s Twin Peaks: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDelve into the weird world of this TV cult classic in this course.<\/p>\n
Breaking the Rules: An Intellectual Discussion of Fight Club: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile perhaps not the newest movie, this film (and the book it\u2019s based upon, presumably) still elicits enough interest to have a course that talks all about the issues addressed within it. <\/p>\n
Video Game History: Rise of a New Medium: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you loved your NES back in the day or can\u2019t get enough X Box, this course teaches students about the history of games and where they\u2019re headed in the future.<\/p>\n
The Future is Lost: TV Series as Cultural Phenomenon: Tufts University<\/strong><\/h4>\nSome people might feel that Lost deserves its own course just because it\u2019s so darn hard to figure out what\u2019s happening in the series, but this course goes deeper, examining the popularity of shows like this and their expansion into other media. <\/p>\n
Goldberg\u2019s Canon: Makin\u2019 Whoopi: Bates College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile not offered since 2004, this course was the first and only to examine the sometimes controversial public persona of this comedienne, actress and now daytime talk show host. <\/p>\n
Chosen: Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThose who were addicted to Buffy can now examine the series in-depth through the material presented in this course.<\/p>\n
The Office: Awesome, Awkward, & Addicting: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nLet\u2019s hope this course on the popular show isn\u2019t nearly as uncomfortable to watch. <\/p>\n
Calvin & Hobbes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis iconic comic was much more than just simple Saturday morning entertainment\u2013or so this course aims to show. <\/p>\n
Superheroes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat do superheroes really mean in our culture? Why create such figures? This course examines this and a myriad of other issues. <\/p>\n
American Pro Wrestling: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the words “MIT” and “pro wrestling” may not be two you\u2019d bring together, this course asks students at the tech-savvy school to think about the cultural implications of the often-theatrical wrestling world. <\/p>\n
American Soap Operas: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat is it about soap operas that make them so addicting? Students at MIT get a chance to delve into the logic behind these series in this course. <\/p>\n
It\u2019s News to Me: the Role of Media in Your Life: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nMost of us may not even realize how big of a role the media plays in our lives, but this course aims to bring it to the forefront. <\/p>\n
Zombies in Popular Media: Columbia College- Chicago<\/strong><\/h4>\nEvery year it seems like there are more and more movies about zombies. What is the fascination with these fictional creatures? Students at Columbia College can take this course and become zombie experts. <\/p>\n
Food and Drink<\/strong><\/h1>\nEverybody has to eat, so why not learn more about it from these courses?<\/p>\n
Food and Power in the Twentieth Century: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nIn this course, students learn how sometimes having all the food means having all the power. <\/p>\n
Kitchen Chemistry: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents in this course will learn how to turn their kitchens into their own private laboratories, teaching them not only about science but about cooking as well.<\/p>\n
Cultural Aspects of Food: Oneonta College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDo foods from your childhood elicit specific emotions from you? This course will delve into what the cultural connections we have with food are and why these relationships are so strong. <\/p>\n
Campus Culture and Drinking: Duke University<\/strong><\/h4>\nAs many students may have been sad to learn, this course doesn\u2019t encourage students to go get trashed, instead of asking them to more carefully consider the social and cultural aspects of drinking on campus.<\/p>\n
From Bean to Bar: The History, Politics, & Taste of Chocolate: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nChocoholics can take their love of the sweet substance one step further and learn how it goes from the field, gets processed and ends up in their mouths. <\/p>\n
Maple Syrup: The Real Thing: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile most students won\u2019t be pursuing a career as a maple syrup maker, this course offers to teach them everything they need to know about the business, should they decide they need a career change.<\/p>\n
Life Skills<\/strong><\/h1>\nCollege doesn\u2019t just have to be academic, as these courses that provide valuable life lessons prove.<\/p>\n
Tightwaddery, or The Good Life on a Dollar a Day: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the title might elicit some laughs, this course offers some sage advice on breaking the bonds of consumerism and fighting back against the status quo. And if that isn\u2019t part of a well-rounded college education then what is? <\/p>\n
Finding Dates Worth Keeping: University of Sioux Falls<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who find themselves constantly falling in love (or just in bed) with Mr. or Mrs. Wrong can take this course to learn to make better dating decisions. <\/p>\n
Field Equipment Operation: University of California, Davis<\/strong><\/h4>\nIt might have a fancy title, but this class gets down and dirty with teaching students how to drive a tractor. <\/p>\n
Getting Dressed: Princeton University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile many students wouldn\u2019t have made it to college without some idea of how to get dressed in the morning, this class takes it one step further and takes a look at what it really means <\/em>to wear those Uggs or backwards baseball cap. <\/p>\nBiblical Model for Home and Family: Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere you\u2019ll find a female-only course that will make all but the most traditional women bristle. With lessons on how to properly serve your husband and bake cookies, it\u2019s useful, no doubt\u2013but the lack of a male counterpart course is questionable.<\/p>\n
Furniture Making: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you might already feel like you know how to build furniture after a few intense Ikea assemblies, this course will teach you more in-depth ways of building just about anything around the home. <\/p>\n
How to Learn (Almost) Anything: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might seem odd to take a course on how to learn from the rest of your courses, this practical class from MIT asks students to use technology and tools to stretch their minds. <\/p>\n
Miscellaneous<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses touch on a wide range of interesting, if not always normal, subject matter.<\/p>\n
Nonviolent Responses to Terrorism: Swarthmore College<\/strong><\/h4>\nNews reports tell that most students today don\u2019t even know what year 9\/11 happened. With the memory of terrorism in the distant past (or so it seems) this course seems more and more relevant as anger fades and the American public grows tired of conflict.<\/p>\n
Stupidity: Occidental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat better topic to rail against at college than stupidity? This course examines it at depth from literary, social and philosophical perspectives. <\/p>\n
Daylighting: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course doesn\u2019t refer to the opposite of moonlighting, it is designed to help students learn how to better light things with, what else, the sun. <\/p>\n
Yes, some of these courses teeter between useful knowledge and just plain silly. Many however, offer great educational opportunities, even though the name doesn’t exactly reflect it. <\/p>\n
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Source: OnlineUniversities.com, 100 Hilarious College Courses that Really Exist<\/a><\/p>\n
Unicorns and magical spells might not be real, but this course addresses the magical happenings of the Harry Potter series through a scientific lens, applying physics to things like quidditch.<\/p>\n
Joy of Garbage: University of California, Berkeley<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might sound like an ideal course for clutter-bugs, this course is actually designed to teach students how to manage garbage and encourage them to make less waste and recycle more. <\/p>\n
“Far Side” Entomology: Oregon State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThe much-beloved Far Side comics form the basis for this course that addresses the relationship between people and insects.<\/p>\n
Facial Reconstruction: University of Montana<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course isn\u2019t so much ridiculous as it is weird, being one of the few in the country that teaches students how to puzzle together the bones of the face to help figure out the identity of recovered remains. <\/p>\n
The Amazing World of Bubbles: California Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course isn\u2019t about bubble baths or even bubble wrap. Instead, it explores the energy potential of the bubble. <\/p>\n
FemSex: Carleton College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWomen of all ages and orientations enrolled in this course, teaching women about different definitions of sex, orgasms, sexual norms and even taboos like incest.<\/p>\n
Technology<\/strong><\/h1>\nWith technology becoming such a major part of everyday life, it\u2019s no wonder these courses have sprung up on college campuses nationwide.<\/p>\n
The Strategy of Starcraft: University of California, Berkeley<\/strong><\/h4>\nFans of this game say it\u2019s one of the most difficult to master, but this course at Berkeley aims to help students learn the game better through lessons from one of its creators. <\/p>\n
Cyberporn and Society: University of New York-Buffalo<\/strong><\/h4>\nWIth the internet housing more porn that one could look at in a lifetime, this course explores the role of porn in the development of the web and the effects it has had on relationships and expectations. <\/p>\n
Cyberfeminism: Cornell University<\/strong><\/h4>\nLearn just what the heck cyberfeminism is in this course. <\/p>\n
Learning from YouTube: Pitzer College<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you can\u2019t figure out how to watch videos and learn on your own, this course will teach you how. <\/p>\n
Personal Robots: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLike something out of the Jetsons, this course offers students a chance to learn about the development of little helper robots.<\/p>\n
Human Computer Interaction: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you love or hate your computer, you can learn more about the relationships people develop with their machines from this course.<\/p>\n
The Anthropology of Computing: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat role does your computer play in your life? In society? This course examines how computers function in culture and change human communications. <\/p>\n
Lego Robotics: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLegos can help you build more than just that TIE Fighter, they can also be used to make real robots, as this course will show students.<\/p>\n
Human Beings and the Machines of Sunshine: Rice University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile this course is based on the technical, it addresses more of the social issues that have arisen since machines have become more and more a part of daily life. <\/p>\n
Street-Fighting Mathematics: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile math and street-fighting aren\u2019t two things that logically fall together, this course shows students that there is a way to analyze fighting through a mathematical pattern\u2013something that might get you beat up in the first place.<\/p>\n
Games and Civic Engagement: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLearn about the role video games might play in the future of education and community programs through this course. <\/p>\n
Philosophy<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses promise to help you think deeply about philosophical and religious issues while often using pop culture as a reference point.<\/p>\n
The Simpsons and Philosophy: University of California, Berkeley<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the Simpsons may appear to be just good entertainment, this course shows the deeper philosophical issues under all those “d\u2019ohs.” <\/p>\n
Philosophy and Star Trek: Georgetown University<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who take this class will not only get to watch Star Trek, but delve into the issues the show discusses like time travel, a sense of reality, free will and more. <\/p>\n
Star Trek and Religion: U of Indiana<\/strong><\/h4>\nLook at religion through the lens of the Star Trek world, with discussions that address both supporting and criticizing religion. <\/p>\n
Myth and Science Fiction: Star Wars, The Matrix, and Lord of the Rings: Centre College<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore larger issues of myth and speculative fiction through these popular movies. <\/p>\n
Taking Marx Seriously: Amherst University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThe oddest thing about this course\u2019s name is that it implies that people haven\u2019t been taking Marx seriously, odd considering the antipathy towards the economist and social theorist since the Cold War. <\/p>\n
Music<\/strong><\/h1>\nExplore music from some different perspectives in these courses.<\/p>\n
Queer Musicology: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nAccording to this course, those who are homosexual create and experience music differently than their straight counterparts. While many experts in the field see this as a growing field of study, most outside were quite critical when this course was introduced in the 90s. <\/p>\n
History of Electronic Dance Music: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you love clubbing or just the thudding beats of dance music, you can learn more about where it came from and where it\u2019s going in this course. <\/p>\n
The Beatles: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nTrue Beatles fans can learn everything there is to know about the band in this course, though unfortunately there is no extra credit for mastering their catalog on Expert on Rock Band. <\/p>\n
Nuthin\u2019 but a \u2018G\u2019 Thang: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nEmbrace your inner thug with this course that explores the history of gangsta rap. <\/p>\n
Introduction to Turntablism: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who have dreamt of being great DJs can add to their college experience by taking this class on the art and business of operating the turntable.<\/p>\n
Visual Arts<\/strong><\/h1>\nFrom video games to horror films, these courses help college students analyze visual culture.<\/p>\n
Underwater Basket Weaving: Reed College<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere it is, the course that has been the butt of numerous jokes about the declining quality of college education in America. Yes, it really exists and you can take it at this school and others for credit. <\/p>\n
Muppet Magic: Jim Henson\u2019s Art: UC Santa Cruz<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore the fine art of elaborate puppetry through this course.<\/p>\n
Dirty Pictures: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nTake a look at the history and art of sexy, dirty and explicit photos in this course. <\/p>\n
The Horror Film in Context: Bowodin College<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you love a good scare, consider this course at Bowdoin to gain a better understanding of the format of the horror film. <\/p>\n
The Road Movie: Barnard College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFrom Easy Rider <\/em>to Thelma and Louise, <\/em>this course looks at the road trip movie and the concept of the journey. Curiously omitted was the college age favorite Road Trip.<\/em> <\/p>\nThe Art of Sin and the Sin of Art: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course will look not only at controversial artwork but also at the practice of creating art and its moral implications. <\/p>\n
The Art of Warcraft: A Closer Look at the Virtual World Phenomenon: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, nerds and artists alike can learn about the aesthetics of the video game world.<\/p>\n
Physical Education and Recreation<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses help students all over the nation stay in shape and get active.<\/p>\n
PE for ME: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course is pretty much phys ed for nerds, using physical activity to teach lessons about mechanical engineering. <\/p>\n
Xtreme Lit: Northern Illinois University<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you like to get totally extreme, then this course would be for you, asking students to engage in sometimes adventurous recreational activities while reading authors who loved the great outdoors. <\/p>\n
Whitewater Skills: West Virginia University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat would college be without learning how to manage some rapids? This course offers to teach students just that.<\/p>\n
Circus Stunts: Triton College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you want to join the circus or just need a more interesting workout, this course can teach you all kinds of acrobatics. <\/p>\n
The Art of Walking: Centre College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you would think that most able-bodied students would know how to walk by the time they entered college, this course hopes to teach them to do it better, and more consciously. <\/p>\n
Tree Climbing: Cornell University<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who never learned to climb a tree as a child can now receive college-level education on the subject through this course. <\/p>\n
American Golf: Aristocratic Pastime or the People\u2019s Game?: Carnegie Mellon<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, students learn about the history and social aspects of golf. <\/p>\n
Knitting for Noobs: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFor many students, it\u2019s totally worth the cost of a college course to learn how to knit a few scarves.<\/p>\n
Golf Course Management: Tarleton State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis practical course will teach students how to take care of those greens and pesky sand traps. <\/p>\n
Popular Culture<\/strong><\/h1>\nFocusing on popular culture phenomena and icons, these courses catch a lot of guff for their seemingly superficial subject matter.<\/p>\n
Oprah Winfrey: The Tycoon: University of Illinois, Urbana<\/strong><\/h4>\n While no longer offered, this course gave students a chance to look deep into the life of one of the most successful and recognizable women in the world.<\/p>\n
How to Watch Television: Montclair University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThough most of us are pretty adept at turning on the TV and vegging out, this course aims to teach students how to watch TV actively.<\/p>\n
Through the Darkness of Future-Past: An Exploration of David Lynch\u2019s Twin Peaks: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDelve into the weird world of this TV cult classic in this course.<\/p>\n
Breaking the Rules: An Intellectual Discussion of Fight Club: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile perhaps not the newest movie, this film (and the book it\u2019s based upon, presumably) still elicits enough interest to have a course that talks all about the issues addressed within it. <\/p>\n
Video Game History: Rise of a New Medium: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you loved your NES back in the day or can\u2019t get enough X Box, this course teaches students about the history of games and where they\u2019re headed in the future.<\/p>\n
The Future is Lost: TV Series as Cultural Phenomenon: Tufts University<\/strong><\/h4>\nSome people might feel that Lost deserves its own course just because it\u2019s so darn hard to figure out what\u2019s happening in the series, but this course goes deeper, examining the popularity of shows like this and their expansion into other media. <\/p>\n
Goldberg\u2019s Canon: Makin\u2019 Whoopi: Bates College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile not offered since 2004, this course was the first and only to examine the sometimes controversial public persona of this comedienne, actress and now daytime talk show host. <\/p>\n
Chosen: Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThose who were addicted to Buffy can now examine the series in-depth through the material presented in this course.<\/p>\n
The Office: Awesome, Awkward, & Addicting: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nLet\u2019s hope this course on the popular show isn\u2019t nearly as uncomfortable to watch. <\/p>\n
Calvin & Hobbes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis iconic comic was much more than just simple Saturday morning entertainment\u2013or so this course aims to show. <\/p>\n
Superheroes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat do superheroes really mean in our culture? Why create such figures? This course examines this and a myriad of other issues. <\/p>\n
American Pro Wrestling: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the words “MIT” and “pro wrestling” may not be two you\u2019d bring together, this course asks students at the tech-savvy school to think about the cultural implications of the often-theatrical wrestling world. <\/p>\n
American Soap Operas: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat is it about soap operas that make them so addicting? Students at MIT get a chance to delve into the logic behind these series in this course. <\/p>\n
It\u2019s News to Me: the Role of Media in Your Life: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nMost of us may not even realize how big of a role the media plays in our lives, but this course aims to bring it to the forefront. <\/p>\n
Zombies in Popular Media: Columbia College- Chicago<\/strong><\/h4>\nEvery year it seems like there are more and more movies about zombies. What is the fascination with these fictional creatures? Students at Columbia College can take this course and become zombie experts. <\/p>\n
Food and Drink<\/strong><\/h1>\nEverybody has to eat, so why not learn more about it from these courses?<\/p>\n
Food and Power in the Twentieth Century: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nIn this course, students learn how sometimes having all the food means having all the power. <\/p>\n
Kitchen Chemistry: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents in this course will learn how to turn their kitchens into their own private laboratories, teaching them not only about science but about cooking as well.<\/p>\n
Cultural Aspects of Food: Oneonta College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDo foods from your childhood elicit specific emotions from you? This course will delve into what the cultural connections we have with food are and why these relationships are so strong. <\/p>\n
Campus Culture and Drinking: Duke University<\/strong><\/h4>\nAs many students may have been sad to learn, this course doesn\u2019t encourage students to go get trashed, instead of asking them to more carefully consider the social and cultural aspects of drinking on campus.<\/p>\n
From Bean to Bar: The History, Politics, & Taste of Chocolate: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nChocoholics can take their love of the sweet substance one step further and learn how it goes from the field, gets processed and ends up in their mouths. <\/p>\n
Maple Syrup: The Real Thing: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile most students won\u2019t be pursuing a career as a maple syrup maker, this course offers to teach them everything they need to know about the business, should they decide they need a career change.<\/p>\n
Life Skills<\/strong><\/h1>\nCollege doesn\u2019t just have to be academic, as these courses that provide valuable life lessons prove.<\/p>\n
Tightwaddery, or The Good Life on a Dollar a Day: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the title might elicit some laughs, this course offers some sage advice on breaking the bonds of consumerism and fighting back against the status quo. And if that isn\u2019t part of a well-rounded college education then what is? <\/p>\n
Finding Dates Worth Keeping: University of Sioux Falls<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who find themselves constantly falling in love (or just in bed) with Mr. or Mrs. Wrong can take this course to learn to make better dating decisions. <\/p>\n
Field Equipment Operation: University of California, Davis<\/strong><\/h4>\nIt might have a fancy title, but this class gets down and dirty with teaching students how to drive a tractor. <\/p>\n
Getting Dressed: Princeton University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile many students wouldn\u2019t have made it to college without some idea of how to get dressed in the morning, this class takes it one step further and takes a look at what it really means <\/em>to wear those Uggs or backwards baseball cap. <\/p>\nBiblical Model for Home and Family: Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere you\u2019ll find a female-only course that will make all but the most traditional women bristle. With lessons on how to properly serve your husband and bake cookies, it\u2019s useful, no doubt\u2013but the lack of a male counterpart course is questionable.<\/p>\n
Furniture Making: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you might already feel like you know how to build furniture after a few intense Ikea assemblies, this course will teach you more in-depth ways of building just about anything around the home. <\/p>\n
How to Learn (Almost) Anything: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might seem odd to take a course on how to learn from the rest of your courses, this practical class from MIT asks students to use technology and tools to stretch their minds. <\/p>\n
Miscellaneous<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses touch on a wide range of interesting, if not always normal, subject matter.<\/p>\n
Nonviolent Responses to Terrorism: Swarthmore College<\/strong><\/h4>\nNews reports tell that most students today don\u2019t even know what year 9\/11 happened. With the memory of terrorism in the distant past (or so it seems) this course seems more and more relevant as anger fades and the American public grows tired of conflict.<\/p>\n
Stupidity: Occidental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat better topic to rail against at college than stupidity? This course examines it at depth from literary, social and philosophical perspectives. <\/p>\n
Daylighting: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course doesn\u2019t refer to the opposite of moonlighting, it is designed to help students learn how to better light things with, what else, the sun. <\/p>\n
Yes, some of these courses teeter between useful knowledge and just plain silly. Many however, offer great educational opportunities, even though the name doesn’t exactly reflect it. <\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Source: OnlineUniversities.com, 100 Hilarious College Courses that Really Exist<\/a><\/p>\n
The much-beloved Far Side comics form the basis for this course that addresses the relationship between people and insects.<\/p>\n
Facial Reconstruction: University of Montana<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course isn\u2019t so much ridiculous as it is weird, being one of the few in the country that teaches students how to puzzle together the bones of the face to help figure out the identity of recovered remains. <\/p>\n
The Amazing World of Bubbles: California Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course isn\u2019t about bubble baths or even bubble wrap. Instead, it explores the energy potential of the bubble. <\/p>\n
FemSex: Carleton College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWomen of all ages and orientations enrolled in this course, teaching women about different definitions of sex, orgasms, sexual norms and even taboos like incest.<\/p>\n
Technology<\/strong><\/h1>\nWith technology becoming such a major part of everyday life, it\u2019s no wonder these courses have sprung up on college campuses nationwide.<\/p>\n
The Strategy of Starcraft: University of California, Berkeley<\/strong><\/h4>\nFans of this game say it\u2019s one of the most difficult to master, but this course at Berkeley aims to help students learn the game better through lessons from one of its creators. <\/p>\n
Cyberporn and Society: University of New York-Buffalo<\/strong><\/h4>\nWIth the internet housing more porn that one could look at in a lifetime, this course explores the role of porn in the development of the web and the effects it has had on relationships and expectations. <\/p>\n
Cyberfeminism: Cornell University<\/strong><\/h4>\nLearn just what the heck cyberfeminism is in this course. <\/p>\n
Learning from YouTube: Pitzer College<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you can\u2019t figure out how to watch videos and learn on your own, this course will teach you how. <\/p>\n
Personal Robots: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLike something out of the Jetsons, this course offers students a chance to learn about the development of little helper robots.<\/p>\n
Human Computer Interaction: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you love or hate your computer, you can learn more about the relationships people develop with their machines from this course.<\/p>\n
The Anthropology of Computing: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat role does your computer play in your life? In society? This course examines how computers function in culture and change human communications. <\/p>\n
Lego Robotics: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLegos can help you build more than just that TIE Fighter, they can also be used to make real robots, as this course will show students.<\/p>\n
Human Beings and the Machines of Sunshine: Rice University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile this course is based on the technical, it addresses more of the social issues that have arisen since machines have become more and more a part of daily life. <\/p>\n
Street-Fighting Mathematics: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile math and street-fighting aren\u2019t two things that logically fall together, this course shows students that there is a way to analyze fighting through a mathematical pattern\u2013something that might get you beat up in the first place.<\/p>\n
Games and Civic Engagement: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLearn about the role video games might play in the future of education and community programs through this course. <\/p>\n
Philosophy<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses promise to help you think deeply about philosophical and religious issues while often using pop culture as a reference point.<\/p>\n
The Simpsons and Philosophy: University of California, Berkeley<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the Simpsons may appear to be just good entertainment, this course shows the deeper philosophical issues under all those “d\u2019ohs.” <\/p>\n
Philosophy and Star Trek: Georgetown University<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who take this class will not only get to watch Star Trek, but delve into the issues the show discusses like time travel, a sense of reality, free will and more. <\/p>\n
Star Trek and Religion: U of Indiana<\/strong><\/h4>\nLook at religion through the lens of the Star Trek world, with discussions that address both supporting and criticizing religion. <\/p>\n
Myth and Science Fiction: Star Wars, The Matrix, and Lord of the Rings: Centre College<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore larger issues of myth and speculative fiction through these popular movies. <\/p>\n
Taking Marx Seriously: Amherst University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThe oddest thing about this course\u2019s name is that it implies that people haven\u2019t been taking Marx seriously, odd considering the antipathy towards the economist and social theorist since the Cold War. <\/p>\n
Music<\/strong><\/h1>\nExplore music from some different perspectives in these courses.<\/p>\n
Queer Musicology: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nAccording to this course, those who are homosexual create and experience music differently than their straight counterparts. While many experts in the field see this as a growing field of study, most outside were quite critical when this course was introduced in the 90s. <\/p>\n
History of Electronic Dance Music: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you love clubbing or just the thudding beats of dance music, you can learn more about where it came from and where it\u2019s going in this course. <\/p>\n
The Beatles: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nTrue Beatles fans can learn everything there is to know about the band in this course, though unfortunately there is no extra credit for mastering their catalog on Expert on Rock Band. <\/p>\n
Nuthin\u2019 but a \u2018G\u2019 Thang: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nEmbrace your inner thug with this course that explores the history of gangsta rap. <\/p>\n
Introduction to Turntablism: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who have dreamt of being great DJs can add to their college experience by taking this class on the art and business of operating the turntable.<\/p>\n
Visual Arts<\/strong><\/h1>\nFrom video games to horror films, these courses help college students analyze visual culture.<\/p>\n
Underwater Basket Weaving: Reed College<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere it is, the course that has been the butt of numerous jokes about the declining quality of college education in America. Yes, it really exists and you can take it at this school and others for credit. <\/p>\n
Muppet Magic: Jim Henson\u2019s Art: UC Santa Cruz<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore the fine art of elaborate puppetry through this course.<\/p>\n
Dirty Pictures: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nTake a look at the history and art of sexy, dirty and explicit photos in this course. <\/p>\n
The Horror Film in Context: Bowodin College<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you love a good scare, consider this course at Bowdoin to gain a better understanding of the format of the horror film. <\/p>\n
The Road Movie: Barnard College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFrom Easy Rider <\/em>to Thelma and Louise, <\/em>this course looks at the road trip movie and the concept of the journey. Curiously omitted was the college age favorite Road Trip.<\/em> <\/p>\nThe Art of Sin and the Sin of Art: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course will look not only at controversial artwork but also at the practice of creating art and its moral implications. <\/p>\n
The Art of Warcraft: A Closer Look at the Virtual World Phenomenon: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, nerds and artists alike can learn about the aesthetics of the video game world.<\/p>\n
Physical Education and Recreation<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses help students all over the nation stay in shape and get active.<\/p>\n
PE for ME: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course is pretty much phys ed for nerds, using physical activity to teach lessons about mechanical engineering. <\/p>\n
Xtreme Lit: Northern Illinois University<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you like to get totally extreme, then this course would be for you, asking students to engage in sometimes adventurous recreational activities while reading authors who loved the great outdoors. <\/p>\n
Whitewater Skills: West Virginia University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat would college be without learning how to manage some rapids? This course offers to teach students just that.<\/p>\n
Circus Stunts: Triton College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you want to join the circus or just need a more interesting workout, this course can teach you all kinds of acrobatics. <\/p>\n
The Art of Walking: Centre College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you would think that most able-bodied students would know how to walk by the time they entered college, this course hopes to teach them to do it better, and more consciously. <\/p>\n
Tree Climbing: Cornell University<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who never learned to climb a tree as a child can now receive college-level education on the subject through this course. <\/p>\n
American Golf: Aristocratic Pastime or the People\u2019s Game?: Carnegie Mellon<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, students learn about the history and social aspects of golf. <\/p>\n
Knitting for Noobs: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFor many students, it\u2019s totally worth the cost of a college course to learn how to knit a few scarves.<\/p>\n
Golf Course Management: Tarleton State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis practical course will teach students how to take care of those greens and pesky sand traps. <\/p>\n
Popular Culture<\/strong><\/h1>\nFocusing on popular culture phenomena and icons, these courses catch a lot of guff for their seemingly superficial subject matter.<\/p>\n
Oprah Winfrey: The Tycoon: University of Illinois, Urbana<\/strong><\/h4>\n While no longer offered, this course gave students a chance to look deep into the life of one of the most successful and recognizable women in the world.<\/p>\n
How to Watch Television: Montclair University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThough most of us are pretty adept at turning on the TV and vegging out, this course aims to teach students how to watch TV actively.<\/p>\n
Through the Darkness of Future-Past: An Exploration of David Lynch\u2019s Twin Peaks: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDelve into the weird world of this TV cult classic in this course.<\/p>\n
Breaking the Rules: An Intellectual Discussion of Fight Club: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile perhaps not the newest movie, this film (and the book it\u2019s based upon, presumably) still elicits enough interest to have a course that talks all about the issues addressed within it. <\/p>\n
Video Game History: Rise of a New Medium: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you loved your NES back in the day or can\u2019t get enough X Box, this course teaches students about the history of games and where they\u2019re headed in the future.<\/p>\n
The Future is Lost: TV Series as Cultural Phenomenon: Tufts University<\/strong><\/h4>\nSome people might feel that Lost deserves its own course just because it\u2019s so darn hard to figure out what\u2019s happening in the series, but this course goes deeper, examining the popularity of shows like this and their expansion into other media. <\/p>\n
Goldberg\u2019s Canon: Makin\u2019 Whoopi: Bates College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile not offered since 2004, this course was the first and only to examine the sometimes controversial public persona of this comedienne, actress and now daytime talk show host. <\/p>\n
Chosen: Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThose who were addicted to Buffy can now examine the series in-depth through the material presented in this course.<\/p>\n
The Office: Awesome, Awkward, & Addicting: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nLet\u2019s hope this course on the popular show isn\u2019t nearly as uncomfortable to watch. <\/p>\n
Calvin & Hobbes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis iconic comic was much more than just simple Saturday morning entertainment\u2013or so this course aims to show. <\/p>\n
Superheroes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat do superheroes really mean in our culture? Why create such figures? This course examines this and a myriad of other issues. <\/p>\n
American Pro Wrestling: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the words “MIT” and “pro wrestling” may not be two you\u2019d bring together, this course asks students at the tech-savvy school to think about the cultural implications of the often-theatrical wrestling world. <\/p>\n
American Soap Operas: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat is it about soap operas that make them so addicting? Students at MIT get a chance to delve into the logic behind these series in this course. <\/p>\n
It\u2019s News to Me: the Role of Media in Your Life: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nMost of us may not even realize how big of a role the media plays in our lives, but this course aims to bring it to the forefront. <\/p>\n
Zombies in Popular Media: Columbia College- Chicago<\/strong><\/h4>\nEvery year it seems like there are more and more movies about zombies. What is the fascination with these fictional creatures? Students at Columbia College can take this course and become zombie experts. <\/p>\n
Food and Drink<\/strong><\/h1>\nEverybody has to eat, so why not learn more about it from these courses?<\/p>\n
Food and Power in the Twentieth Century: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nIn this course, students learn how sometimes having all the food means having all the power. <\/p>\n
Kitchen Chemistry: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents in this course will learn how to turn their kitchens into their own private laboratories, teaching them not only about science but about cooking as well.<\/p>\n
Cultural Aspects of Food: Oneonta College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDo foods from your childhood elicit specific emotions from you? This course will delve into what the cultural connections we have with food are and why these relationships are so strong. <\/p>\n
Campus Culture and Drinking: Duke University<\/strong><\/h4>\nAs many students may have been sad to learn, this course doesn\u2019t encourage students to go get trashed, instead of asking them to more carefully consider the social and cultural aspects of drinking on campus.<\/p>\n
From Bean to Bar: The History, Politics, & Taste of Chocolate: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nChocoholics can take their love of the sweet substance one step further and learn how it goes from the field, gets processed and ends up in their mouths. <\/p>\n
Maple Syrup: The Real Thing: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile most students won\u2019t be pursuing a career as a maple syrup maker, this course offers to teach them everything they need to know about the business, should they decide they need a career change.<\/p>\n
Life Skills<\/strong><\/h1>\nCollege doesn\u2019t just have to be academic, as these courses that provide valuable life lessons prove.<\/p>\n
Tightwaddery, or The Good Life on a Dollar a Day: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the title might elicit some laughs, this course offers some sage advice on breaking the bonds of consumerism and fighting back against the status quo. And if that isn\u2019t part of a well-rounded college education then what is? <\/p>\n
Finding Dates Worth Keeping: University of Sioux Falls<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who find themselves constantly falling in love (or just in bed) with Mr. or Mrs. Wrong can take this course to learn to make better dating decisions. <\/p>\n
Field Equipment Operation: University of California, Davis<\/strong><\/h4>\nIt might have a fancy title, but this class gets down and dirty with teaching students how to drive a tractor. <\/p>\n
Getting Dressed: Princeton University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile many students wouldn\u2019t have made it to college without some idea of how to get dressed in the morning, this class takes it one step further and takes a look at what it really means <\/em>to wear those Uggs or backwards baseball cap. <\/p>\nBiblical Model for Home and Family: Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere you\u2019ll find a female-only course that will make all but the most traditional women bristle. With lessons on how to properly serve your husband and bake cookies, it\u2019s useful, no doubt\u2013but the lack of a male counterpart course is questionable.<\/p>\n
Furniture Making: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you might already feel like you know how to build furniture after a few intense Ikea assemblies, this course will teach you more in-depth ways of building just about anything around the home. <\/p>\n
How to Learn (Almost) Anything: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might seem odd to take a course on how to learn from the rest of your courses, this practical class from MIT asks students to use technology and tools to stretch their minds. <\/p>\n
Miscellaneous<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses touch on a wide range of interesting, if not always normal, subject matter.<\/p>\n
Nonviolent Responses to Terrorism: Swarthmore College<\/strong><\/h4>\nNews reports tell that most students today don\u2019t even know what year 9\/11 happened. With the memory of terrorism in the distant past (or so it seems) this course seems more and more relevant as anger fades and the American public grows tired of conflict.<\/p>\n
Stupidity: Occidental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat better topic to rail against at college than stupidity? This course examines it at depth from literary, social and philosophical perspectives. <\/p>\n
Daylighting: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course doesn\u2019t refer to the opposite of moonlighting, it is designed to help students learn how to better light things with, what else, the sun. <\/p>\n
Yes, some of these courses teeter between useful knowledge and just plain silly. Many however, offer great educational opportunities, even though the name doesn’t exactly reflect it. <\/p>\n
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Source: OnlineUniversities.com, 100 Hilarious College Courses that Really Exist<\/a><\/p>\n
No, this course isn\u2019t about bubble baths or even bubble wrap. Instead, it explores the energy potential of the bubble. <\/p>\n
FemSex: Carleton College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWomen of all ages and orientations enrolled in this course, teaching women about different definitions of sex, orgasms, sexual norms and even taboos like incest.<\/p>\n
Technology<\/strong><\/h1>\nWith technology becoming such a major part of everyday life, it\u2019s no wonder these courses have sprung up on college campuses nationwide.<\/p>\n
The Strategy of Starcraft: University of California, Berkeley<\/strong><\/h4>\nFans of this game say it\u2019s one of the most difficult to master, but this course at Berkeley aims to help students learn the game better through lessons from one of its creators. <\/p>\n
Cyberporn and Society: University of New York-Buffalo<\/strong><\/h4>\nWIth the internet housing more porn that one could look at in a lifetime, this course explores the role of porn in the development of the web and the effects it has had on relationships and expectations. <\/p>\n
Cyberfeminism: Cornell University<\/strong><\/h4>\nLearn just what the heck cyberfeminism is in this course. <\/p>\n
Learning from YouTube: Pitzer College<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you can\u2019t figure out how to watch videos and learn on your own, this course will teach you how. <\/p>\n
Personal Robots: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLike something out of the Jetsons, this course offers students a chance to learn about the development of little helper robots.<\/p>\n
Human Computer Interaction: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you love or hate your computer, you can learn more about the relationships people develop with their machines from this course.<\/p>\n
The Anthropology of Computing: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat role does your computer play in your life? In society? This course examines how computers function in culture and change human communications. <\/p>\n
Lego Robotics: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLegos can help you build more than just that TIE Fighter, they can also be used to make real robots, as this course will show students.<\/p>\n
Human Beings and the Machines of Sunshine: Rice University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile this course is based on the technical, it addresses more of the social issues that have arisen since machines have become more and more a part of daily life. <\/p>\n
Street-Fighting Mathematics: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile math and street-fighting aren\u2019t two things that logically fall together, this course shows students that there is a way to analyze fighting through a mathematical pattern\u2013something that might get you beat up in the first place.<\/p>\n
Games and Civic Engagement: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLearn about the role video games might play in the future of education and community programs through this course. <\/p>\n
Philosophy<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses promise to help you think deeply about philosophical and religious issues while often using pop culture as a reference point.<\/p>\n
The Simpsons and Philosophy: University of California, Berkeley<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the Simpsons may appear to be just good entertainment, this course shows the deeper philosophical issues under all those “d\u2019ohs.” <\/p>\n
Philosophy and Star Trek: Georgetown University<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who take this class will not only get to watch Star Trek, but delve into the issues the show discusses like time travel, a sense of reality, free will and more. <\/p>\n
Star Trek and Religion: U of Indiana<\/strong><\/h4>\nLook at religion through the lens of the Star Trek world, with discussions that address both supporting and criticizing religion. <\/p>\n
Myth and Science Fiction: Star Wars, The Matrix, and Lord of the Rings: Centre College<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore larger issues of myth and speculative fiction through these popular movies. <\/p>\n
Taking Marx Seriously: Amherst University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThe oddest thing about this course\u2019s name is that it implies that people haven\u2019t been taking Marx seriously, odd considering the antipathy towards the economist and social theorist since the Cold War. <\/p>\n
Music<\/strong><\/h1>\nExplore music from some different perspectives in these courses.<\/p>\n
Queer Musicology: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nAccording to this course, those who are homosexual create and experience music differently than their straight counterparts. While many experts in the field see this as a growing field of study, most outside were quite critical when this course was introduced in the 90s. <\/p>\n
History of Electronic Dance Music: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you love clubbing or just the thudding beats of dance music, you can learn more about where it came from and where it\u2019s going in this course. <\/p>\n
The Beatles: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nTrue Beatles fans can learn everything there is to know about the band in this course, though unfortunately there is no extra credit for mastering their catalog on Expert on Rock Band. <\/p>\n
Nuthin\u2019 but a \u2018G\u2019 Thang: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nEmbrace your inner thug with this course that explores the history of gangsta rap. <\/p>\n
Introduction to Turntablism: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who have dreamt of being great DJs can add to their college experience by taking this class on the art and business of operating the turntable.<\/p>\n
Visual Arts<\/strong><\/h1>\nFrom video games to horror films, these courses help college students analyze visual culture.<\/p>\n
Underwater Basket Weaving: Reed College<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere it is, the course that has been the butt of numerous jokes about the declining quality of college education in America. Yes, it really exists and you can take it at this school and others for credit. <\/p>\n
Muppet Magic: Jim Henson\u2019s Art: UC Santa Cruz<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore the fine art of elaborate puppetry through this course.<\/p>\n
Dirty Pictures: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nTake a look at the history and art of sexy, dirty and explicit photos in this course. <\/p>\n
The Horror Film in Context: Bowodin College<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you love a good scare, consider this course at Bowdoin to gain a better understanding of the format of the horror film. <\/p>\n
The Road Movie: Barnard College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFrom Easy Rider <\/em>to Thelma and Louise, <\/em>this course looks at the road trip movie and the concept of the journey. Curiously omitted was the college age favorite Road Trip.<\/em> <\/p>\nThe Art of Sin and the Sin of Art: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course will look not only at controversial artwork but also at the practice of creating art and its moral implications. <\/p>\n
The Art of Warcraft: A Closer Look at the Virtual World Phenomenon: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, nerds and artists alike can learn about the aesthetics of the video game world.<\/p>\n
Physical Education and Recreation<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses help students all over the nation stay in shape and get active.<\/p>\n
PE for ME: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course is pretty much phys ed for nerds, using physical activity to teach lessons about mechanical engineering. <\/p>\n
Xtreme Lit: Northern Illinois University<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you like to get totally extreme, then this course would be for you, asking students to engage in sometimes adventurous recreational activities while reading authors who loved the great outdoors. <\/p>\n
Whitewater Skills: West Virginia University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat would college be without learning how to manage some rapids? This course offers to teach students just that.<\/p>\n
Circus Stunts: Triton College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you want to join the circus or just need a more interesting workout, this course can teach you all kinds of acrobatics. <\/p>\n
The Art of Walking: Centre College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you would think that most able-bodied students would know how to walk by the time they entered college, this course hopes to teach them to do it better, and more consciously. <\/p>\n
Tree Climbing: Cornell University<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who never learned to climb a tree as a child can now receive college-level education on the subject through this course. <\/p>\n
American Golf: Aristocratic Pastime or the People\u2019s Game?: Carnegie Mellon<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, students learn about the history and social aspects of golf. <\/p>\n
Knitting for Noobs: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFor many students, it\u2019s totally worth the cost of a college course to learn how to knit a few scarves.<\/p>\n
Golf Course Management: Tarleton State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis practical course will teach students how to take care of those greens and pesky sand traps. <\/p>\n
Popular Culture<\/strong><\/h1>\nFocusing on popular culture phenomena and icons, these courses catch a lot of guff for their seemingly superficial subject matter.<\/p>\n
Oprah Winfrey: The Tycoon: University of Illinois, Urbana<\/strong><\/h4>\n While no longer offered, this course gave students a chance to look deep into the life of one of the most successful and recognizable women in the world.<\/p>\n
How to Watch Television: Montclair University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThough most of us are pretty adept at turning on the TV and vegging out, this course aims to teach students how to watch TV actively.<\/p>\n
Through the Darkness of Future-Past: An Exploration of David Lynch\u2019s Twin Peaks: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDelve into the weird world of this TV cult classic in this course.<\/p>\n
Breaking the Rules: An Intellectual Discussion of Fight Club: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile perhaps not the newest movie, this film (and the book it\u2019s based upon, presumably) still elicits enough interest to have a course that talks all about the issues addressed within it. <\/p>\n
Video Game History: Rise of a New Medium: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you loved your NES back in the day or can\u2019t get enough X Box, this course teaches students about the history of games and where they\u2019re headed in the future.<\/p>\n
The Future is Lost: TV Series as Cultural Phenomenon: Tufts University<\/strong><\/h4>\nSome people might feel that Lost deserves its own course just because it\u2019s so darn hard to figure out what\u2019s happening in the series, but this course goes deeper, examining the popularity of shows like this and their expansion into other media. <\/p>\n
Goldberg\u2019s Canon: Makin\u2019 Whoopi: Bates College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile not offered since 2004, this course was the first and only to examine the sometimes controversial public persona of this comedienne, actress and now daytime talk show host. <\/p>\n
Chosen: Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThose who were addicted to Buffy can now examine the series in-depth through the material presented in this course.<\/p>\n
The Office: Awesome, Awkward, & Addicting: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nLet\u2019s hope this course on the popular show isn\u2019t nearly as uncomfortable to watch. <\/p>\n
Calvin & Hobbes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis iconic comic was much more than just simple Saturday morning entertainment\u2013or so this course aims to show. <\/p>\n
Superheroes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat do superheroes really mean in our culture? Why create such figures? This course examines this and a myriad of other issues. <\/p>\n
American Pro Wrestling: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the words “MIT” and “pro wrestling” may not be two you\u2019d bring together, this course asks students at the tech-savvy school to think about the cultural implications of the often-theatrical wrestling world. <\/p>\n
American Soap Operas: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat is it about soap operas that make them so addicting? Students at MIT get a chance to delve into the logic behind these series in this course. <\/p>\n
It\u2019s News to Me: the Role of Media in Your Life: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nMost of us may not even realize how big of a role the media plays in our lives, but this course aims to bring it to the forefront. <\/p>\n
Zombies in Popular Media: Columbia College- Chicago<\/strong><\/h4>\nEvery year it seems like there are more and more movies about zombies. What is the fascination with these fictional creatures? Students at Columbia College can take this course and become zombie experts. <\/p>\n
Food and Drink<\/strong><\/h1>\nEverybody has to eat, so why not learn more about it from these courses?<\/p>\n
Food and Power in the Twentieth Century: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nIn this course, students learn how sometimes having all the food means having all the power. <\/p>\n
Kitchen Chemistry: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents in this course will learn how to turn their kitchens into their own private laboratories, teaching them not only about science but about cooking as well.<\/p>\n
Cultural Aspects of Food: Oneonta College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDo foods from your childhood elicit specific emotions from you? This course will delve into what the cultural connections we have with food are and why these relationships are so strong. <\/p>\n
Campus Culture and Drinking: Duke University<\/strong><\/h4>\nAs many students may have been sad to learn, this course doesn\u2019t encourage students to go get trashed, instead of asking them to more carefully consider the social and cultural aspects of drinking on campus.<\/p>\n
From Bean to Bar: The History, Politics, & Taste of Chocolate: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nChocoholics can take their love of the sweet substance one step further and learn how it goes from the field, gets processed and ends up in their mouths. <\/p>\n
Maple Syrup: The Real Thing: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile most students won\u2019t be pursuing a career as a maple syrup maker, this course offers to teach them everything they need to know about the business, should they decide they need a career change.<\/p>\n
Life Skills<\/strong><\/h1>\nCollege doesn\u2019t just have to be academic, as these courses that provide valuable life lessons prove.<\/p>\n
Tightwaddery, or The Good Life on a Dollar a Day: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the title might elicit some laughs, this course offers some sage advice on breaking the bonds of consumerism and fighting back against the status quo. And if that isn\u2019t part of a well-rounded college education then what is? <\/p>\n
Finding Dates Worth Keeping: University of Sioux Falls<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who find themselves constantly falling in love (or just in bed) with Mr. or Mrs. Wrong can take this course to learn to make better dating decisions. <\/p>\n
Field Equipment Operation: University of California, Davis<\/strong><\/h4>\nIt might have a fancy title, but this class gets down and dirty with teaching students how to drive a tractor. <\/p>\n
Getting Dressed: Princeton University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile many students wouldn\u2019t have made it to college without some idea of how to get dressed in the morning, this class takes it one step further and takes a look at what it really means <\/em>to wear those Uggs or backwards baseball cap. <\/p>\nBiblical Model for Home and Family: Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere you\u2019ll find a female-only course that will make all but the most traditional women bristle. With lessons on how to properly serve your husband and bake cookies, it\u2019s useful, no doubt\u2013but the lack of a male counterpart course is questionable.<\/p>\n
Furniture Making: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you might already feel like you know how to build furniture after a few intense Ikea assemblies, this course will teach you more in-depth ways of building just about anything around the home. <\/p>\n
How to Learn (Almost) Anything: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might seem odd to take a course on how to learn from the rest of your courses, this practical class from MIT asks students to use technology and tools to stretch their minds. <\/p>\n
Miscellaneous<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses touch on a wide range of interesting, if not always normal, subject matter.<\/p>\n
Nonviolent Responses to Terrorism: Swarthmore College<\/strong><\/h4>\nNews reports tell that most students today don\u2019t even know what year 9\/11 happened. With the memory of terrorism in the distant past (or so it seems) this course seems more and more relevant as anger fades and the American public grows tired of conflict.<\/p>\n
Stupidity: Occidental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat better topic to rail against at college than stupidity? This course examines it at depth from literary, social and philosophical perspectives. <\/p>\n
Daylighting: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course doesn\u2019t refer to the opposite of moonlighting, it is designed to help students learn how to better light things with, what else, the sun. <\/p>\n
Yes, some of these courses teeter between useful knowledge and just plain silly. Many however, offer great educational opportunities, even though the name doesn’t exactly reflect it. <\/p>\n
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Source: OnlineUniversities.com, 100 Hilarious College Courses that Really Exist<\/a><\/p>\n
With technology becoming such a major part of everyday life, it\u2019s no wonder these courses have sprung up on college campuses nationwide.<\/p>\n
The Strategy of Starcraft: University of California, Berkeley<\/strong><\/h4>\nFans of this game say it\u2019s one of the most difficult to master, but this course at Berkeley aims to help students learn the game better through lessons from one of its creators. <\/p>\n
Cyberporn and Society: University of New York-Buffalo<\/strong><\/h4>\nWIth the internet housing more porn that one could look at in a lifetime, this course explores the role of porn in the development of the web and the effects it has had on relationships and expectations. <\/p>\n
Cyberfeminism: Cornell University<\/strong><\/h4>\nLearn just what the heck cyberfeminism is in this course. <\/p>\n
Learning from YouTube: Pitzer College<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you can\u2019t figure out how to watch videos and learn on your own, this course will teach you how. <\/p>\n
Personal Robots: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLike something out of the Jetsons, this course offers students a chance to learn about the development of little helper robots.<\/p>\n
Human Computer Interaction: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you love or hate your computer, you can learn more about the relationships people develop with their machines from this course.<\/p>\n
The Anthropology of Computing: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat role does your computer play in your life? In society? This course examines how computers function in culture and change human communications. <\/p>\n
Lego Robotics: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLegos can help you build more than just that TIE Fighter, they can also be used to make real robots, as this course will show students.<\/p>\n
Human Beings and the Machines of Sunshine: Rice University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile this course is based on the technical, it addresses more of the social issues that have arisen since machines have become more and more a part of daily life. <\/p>\n
Street-Fighting Mathematics: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile math and street-fighting aren\u2019t two things that logically fall together, this course shows students that there is a way to analyze fighting through a mathematical pattern\u2013something that might get you beat up in the first place.<\/p>\n
Games and Civic Engagement: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLearn about the role video games might play in the future of education and community programs through this course. <\/p>\n
Philosophy<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses promise to help you think deeply about philosophical and religious issues while often using pop culture as a reference point.<\/p>\n
The Simpsons and Philosophy: University of California, Berkeley<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the Simpsons may appear to be just good entertainment, this course shows the deeper philosophical issues under all those “d\u2019ohs.” <\/p>\n
Philosophy and Star Trek: Georgetown University<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who take this class will not only get to watch Star Trek, but delve into the issues the show discusses like time travel, a sense of reality, free will and more. <\/p>\n
Star Trek and Religion: U of Indiana<\/strong><\/h4>\nLook at religion through the lens of the Star Trek world, with discussions that address both supporting and criticizing religion. <\/p>\n
Myth and Science Fiction: Star Wars, The Matrix, and Lord of the Rings: Centre College<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore larger issues of myth and speculative fiction through these popular movies. <\/p>\n
Taking Marx Seriously: Amherst University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThe oddest thing about this course\u2019s name is that it implies that people haven\u2019t been taking Marx seriously, odd considering the antipathy towards the economist and social theorist since the Cold War. <\/p>\n
Music<\/strong><\/h1>\nExplore music from some different perspectives in these courses.<\/p>\n
Queer Musicology: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nAccording to this course, those who are homosexual create and experience music differently than their straight counterparts. While many experts in the field see this as a growing field of study, most outside were quite critical when this course was introduced in the 90s. <\/p>\n
History of Electronic Dance Music: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you love clubbing or just the thudding beats of dance music, you can learn more about where it came from and where it\u2019s going in this course. <\/p>\n
The Beatles: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nTrue Beatles fans can learn everything there is to know about the band in this course, though unfortunately there is no extra credit for mastering their catalog on Expert on Rock Band. <\/p>\n
Nuthin\u2019 but a \u2018G\u2019 Thang: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nEmbrace your inner thug with this course that explores the history of gangsta rap. <\/p>\n
Introduction to Turntablism: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who have dreamt of being great DJs can add to their college experience by taking this class on the art and business of operating the turntable.<\/p>\n
Visual Arts<\/strong><\/h1>\nFrom video games to horror films, these courses help college students analyze visual culture.<\/p>\n
Underwater Basket Weaving: Reed College<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere it is, the course that has been the butt of numerous jokes about the declining quality of college education in America. Yes, it really exists and you can take it at this school and others for credit. <\/p>\n
Muppet Magic: Jim Henson\u2019s Art: UC Santa Cruz<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore the fine art of elaborate puppetry through this course.<\/p>\n
Dirty Pictures: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nTake a look at the history and art of sexy, dirty and explicit photos in this course. <\/p>\n
The Horror Film in Context: Bowodin College<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you love a good scare, consider this course at Bowdoin to gain a better understanding of the format of the horror film. <\/p>\n
The Road Movie: Barnard College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFrom Easy Rider <\/em>to Thelma and Louise, <\/em>this course looks at the road trip movie and the concept of the journey. Curiously omitted was the college age favorite Road Trip.<\/em> <\/p>\nThe Art of Sin and the Sin of Art: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course will look not only at controversial artwork but also at the practice of creating art and its moral implications. <\/p>\n
The Art of Warcraft: A Closer Look at the Virtual World Phenomenon: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, nerds and artists alike can learn about the aesthetics of the video game world.<\/p>\n
Physical Education and Recreation<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses help students all over the nation stay in shape and get active.<\/p>\n
PE for ME: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course is pretty much phys ed for nerds, using physical activity to teach lessons about mechanical engineering. <\/p>\n
Xtreme Lit: Northern Illinois University<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you like to get totally extreme, then this course would be for you, asking students to engage in sometimes adventurous recreational activities while reading authors who loved the great outdoors. <\/p>\n
Whitewater Skills: West Virginia University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat would college be without learning how to manage some rapids? This course offers to teach students just that.<\/p>\n
Circus Stunts: Triton College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you want to join the circus or just need a more interesting workout, this course can teach you all kinds of acrobatics. <\/p>\n
The Art of Walking: Centre College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you would think that most able-bodied students would know how to walk by the time they entered college, this course hopes to teach them to do it better, and more consciously. <\/p>\n
Tree Climbing: Cornell University<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who never learned to climb a tree as a child can now receive college-level education on the subject through this course. <\/p>\n
American Golf: Aristocratic Pastime or the People\u2019s Game?: Carnegie Mellon<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, students learn about the history and social aspects of golf. <\/p>\n
Knitting for Noobs: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFor many students, it\u2019s totally worth the cost of a college course to learn how to knit a few scarves.<\/p>\n
Golf Course Management: Tarleton State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis practical course will teach students how to take care of those greens and pesky sand traps. <\/p>\n
Popular Culture<\/strong><\/h1>\nFocusing on popular culture phenomena and icons, these courses catch a lot of guff for their seemingly superficial subject matter.<\/p>\n
Oprah Winfrey: The Tycoon: University of Illinois, Urbana<\/strong><\/h4>\n While no longer offered, this course gave students a chance to look deep into the life of one of the most successful and recognizable women in the world.<\/p>\n
How to Watch Television: Montclair University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThough most of us are pretty adept at turning on the TV and vegging out, this course aims to teach students how to watch TV actively.<\/p>\n
Through the Darkness of Future-Past: An Exploration of David Lynch\u2019s Twin Peaks: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDelve into the weird world of this TV cult classic in this course.<\/p>\n
Breaking the Rules: An Intellectual Discussion of Fight Club: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile perhaps not the newest movie, this film (and the book it\u2019s based upon, presumably) still elicits enough interest to have a course that talks all about the issues addressed within it. <\/p>\n
Video Game History: Rise of a New Medium: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you loved your NES back in the day or can\u2019t get enough X Box, this course teaches students about the history of games and where they\u2019re headed in the future.<\/p>\n
The Future is Lost: TV Series as Cultural Phenomenon: Tufts University<\/strong><\/h4>\nSome people might feel that Lost deserves its own course just because it\u2019s so darn hard to figure out what\u2019s happening in the series, but this course goes deeper, examining the popularity of shows like this and their expansion into other media. <\/p>\n
Goldberg\u2019s Canon: Makin\u2019 Whoopi: Bates College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile not offered since 2004, this course was the first and only to examine the sometimes controversial public persona of this comedienne, actress and now daytime talk show host. <\/p>\n
Chosen: Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThose who were addicted to Buffy can now examine the series in-depth through the material presented in this course.<\/p>\n
The Office: Awesome, Awkward, & Addicting: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nLet\u2019s hope this course on the popular show isn\u2019t nearly as uncomfortable to watch. <\/p>\n
Calvin & Hobbes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis iconic comic was much more than just simple Saturday morning entertainment\u2013or so this course aims to show. <\/p>\n
Superheroes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat do superheroes really mean in our culture? Why create such figures? This course examines this and a myriad of other issues. <\/p>\n
American Pro Wrestling: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the words “MIT” and “pro wrestling” may not be two you\u2019d bring together, this course asks students at the tech-savvy school to think about the cultural implications of the often-theatrical wrestling world. <\/p>\n
American Soap Operas: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat is it about soap operas that make them so addicting? Students at MIT get a chance to delve into the logic behind these series in this course. <\/p>\n
It\u2019s News to Me: the Role of Media in Your Life: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nMost of us may not even realize how big of a role the media plays in our lives, but this course aims to bring it to the forefront. <\/p>\n
Zombies in Popular Media: Columbia College- Chicago<\/strong><\/h4>\nEvery year it seems like there are more and more movies about zombies. What is the fascination with these fictional creatures? Students at Columbia College can take this course and become zombie experts. <\/p>\n
Food and Drink<\/strong><\/h1>\nEverybody has to eat, so why not learn more about it from these courses?<\/p>\n
Food and Power in the Twentieth Century: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nIn this course, students learn how sometimes having all the food means having all the power. <\/p>\n
Kitchen Chemistry: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents in this course will learn how to turn their kitchens into their own private laboratories, teaching them not only about science but about cooking as well.<\/p>\n
Cultural Aspects of Food: Oneonta College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDo foods from your childhood elicit specific emotions from you? This course will delve into what the cultural connections we have with food are and why these relationships are so strong. <\/p>\n
Campus Culture and Drinking: Duke University<\/strong><\/h4>\nAs many students may have been sad to learn, this course doesn\u2019t encourage students to go get trashed, instead of asking them to more carefully consider the social and cultural aspects of drinking on campus.<\/p>\n
From Bean to Bar: The History, Politics, & Taste of Chocolate: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nChocoholics can take their love of the sweet substance one step further and learn how it goes from the field, gets processed and ends up in their mouths. <\/p>\n
Maple Syrup: The Real Thing: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile most students won\u2019t be pursuing a career as a maple syrup maker, this course offers to teach them everything they need to know about the business, should they decide they need a career change.<\/p>\n
Life Skills<\/strong><\/h1>\nCollege doesn\u2019t just have to be academic, as these courses that provide valuable life lessons prove.<\/p>\n
Tightwaddery, or The Good Life on a Dollar a Day: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the title might elicit some laughs, this course offers some sage advice on breaking the bonds of consumerism and fighting back against the status quo. And if that isn\u2019t part of a well-rounded college education then what is? <\/p>\n
Finding Dates Worth Keeping: University of Sioux Falls<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who find themselves constantly falling in love (or just in bed) with Mr. or Mrs. Wrong can take this course to learn to make better dating decisions. <\/p>\n
Field Equipment Operation: University of California, Davis<\/strong><\/h4>\nIt might have a fancy title, but this class gets down and dirty with teaching students how to drive a tractor. <\/p>\n
Getting Dressed: Princeton University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile many students wouldn\u2019t have made it to college without some idea of how to get dressed in the morning, this class takes it one step further and takes a look at what it really means <\/em>to wear those Uggs or backwards baseball cap. <\/p>\nBiblical Model for Home and Family: Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere you\u2019ll find a female-only course that will make all but the most traditional women bristle. With lessons on how to properly serve your husband and bake cookies, it\u2019s useful, no doubt\u2013but the lack of a male counterpart course is questionable.<\/p>\n
Furniture Making: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you might already feel like you know how to build furniture after a few intense Ikea assemblies, this course will teach you more in-depth ways of building just about anything around the home. <\/p>\n
How to Learn (Almost) Anything: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might seem odd to take a course on how to learn from the rest of your courses, this practical class from MIT asks students to use technology and tools to stretch their minds. <\/p>\n
Miscellaneous<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses touch on a wide range of interesting, if not always normal, subject matter.<\/p>\n
Nonviolent Responses to Terrorism: Swarthmore College<\/strong><\/h4>\nNews reports tell that most students today don\u2019t even know what year 9\/11 happened. With the memory of terrorism in the distant past (or so it seems) this course seems more and more relevant as anger fades and the American public grows tired of conflict.<\/p>\n
Stupidity: Occidental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat better topic to rail against at college than stupidity? This course examines it at depth from literary, social and philosophical perspectives. <\/p>\n
Daylighting: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course doesn\u2019t refer to the opposite of moonlighting, it is designed to help students learn how to better light things with, what else, the sun. <\/p>\n
Yes, some of these courses teeter between useful knowledge and just plain silly. Many however, offer great educational opportunities, even though the name doesn’t exactly reflect it. <\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Source: OnlineUniversities.com, 100 Hilarious College Courses that Really Exist<\/a><\/p>\n
WIth the internet housing more porn that one could look at in a lifetime, this course explores the role of porn in the development of the web and the effects it has had on relationships and expectations. <\/p>\n
Cyberfeminism: Cornell University<\/strong><\/h4>\nLearn just what the heck cyberfeminism is in this course. <\/p>\n
Learning from YouTube: Pitzer College<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you can\u2019t figure out how to watch videos and learn on your own, this course will teach you how. <\/p>\n
Personal Robots: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLike something out of the Jetsons, this course offers students a chance to learn about the development of little helper robots.<\/p>\n
Human Computer Interaction: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you love or hate your computer, you can learn more about the relationships people develop with their machines from this course.<\/p>\n
The Anthropology of Computing: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat role does your computer play in your life? In society? This course examines how computers function in culture and change human communications. <\/p>\n
Lego Robotics: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLegos can help you build more than just that TIE Fighter, they can also be used to make real robots, as this course will show students.<\/p>\n
Human Beings and the Machines of Sunshine: Rice University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile this course is based on the technical, it addresses more of the social issues that have arisen since machines have become more and more a part of daily life. <\/p>\n
Street-Fighting Mathematics: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile math and street-fighting aren\u2019t two things that logically fall together, this course shows students that there is a way to analyze fighting through a mathematical pattern\u2013something that might get you beat up in the first place.<\/p>\n
Games and Civic Engagement: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLearn about the role video games might play in the future of education and community programs through this course. <\/p>\n
Philosophy<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses promise to help you think deeply about philosophical and religious issues while often using pop culture as a reference point.<\/p>\n
The Simpsons and Philosophy: University of California, Berkeley<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the Simpsons may appear to be just good entertainment, this course shows the deeper philosophical issues under all those “d\u2019ohs.” <\/p>\n
Philosophy and Star Trek: Georgetown University<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who take this class will not only get to watch Star Trek, but delve into the issues the show discusses like time travel, a sense of reality, free will and more. <\/p>\n
Star Trek and Religion: U of Indiana<\/strong><\/h4>\nLook at religion through the lens of the Star Trek world, with discussions that address both supporting and criticizing religion. <\/p>\n
Myth and Science Fiction: Star Wars, The Matrix, and Lord of the Rings: Centre College<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore larger issues of myth and speculative fiction through these popular movies. <\/p>\n
Taking Marx Seriously: Amherst University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThe oddest thing about this course\u2019s name is that it implies that people haven\u2019t been taking Marx seriously, odd considering the antipathy towards the economist and social theorist since the Cold War. <\/p>\n
Music<\/strong><\/h1>\nExplore music from some different perspectives in these courses.<\/p>\n
Queer Musicology: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nAccording to this course, those who are homosexual create and experience music differently than their straight counterparts. While many experts in the field see this as a growing field of study, most outside were quite critical when this course was introduced in the 90s. <\/p>\n
History of Electronic Dance Music: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you love clubbing or just the thudding beats of dance music, you can learn more about where it came from and where it\u2019s going in this course. <\/p>\n
The Beatles: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nTrue Beatles fans can learn everything there is to know about the band in this course, though unfortunately there is no extra credit for mastering their catalog on Expert on Rock Band. <\/p>\n
Nuthin\u2019 but a \u2018G\u2019 Thang: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nEmbrace your inner thug with this course that explores the history of gangsta rap. <\/p>\n
Introduction to Turntablism: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who have dreamt of being great DJs can add to their college experience by taking this class on the art and business of operating the turntable.<\/p>\n
Visual Arts<\/strong><\/h1>\nFrom video games to horror films, these courses help college students analyze visual culture.<\/p>\n
Underwater Basket Weaving: Reed College<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere it is, the course that has been the butt of numerous jokes about the declining quality of college education in America. Yes, it really exists and you can take it at this school and others for credit. <\/p>\n
Muppet Magic: Jim Henson\u2019s Art: UC Santa Cruz<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore the fine art of elaborate puppetry through this course.<\/p>\n
Dirty Pictures: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nTake a look at the history and art of sexy, dirty and explicit photos in this course. <\/p>\n
The Horror Film in Context: Bowodin College<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you love a good scare, consider this course at Bowdoin to gain a better understanding of the format of the horror film. <\/p>\n
The Road Movie: Barnard College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFrom Easy Rider <\/em>to Thelma and Louise, <\/em>this course looks at the road trip movie and the concept of the journey. Curiously omitted was the college age favorite Road Trip.<\/em> <\/p>\nThe Art of Sin and the Sin of Art: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course will look not only at controversial artwork but also at the practice of creating art and its moral implications. <\/p>\n
The Art of Warcraft: A Closer Look at the Virtual World Phenomenon: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, nerds and artists alike can learn about the aesthetics of the video game world.<\/p>\n
Physical Education and Recreation<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses help students all over the nation stay in shape and get active.<\/p>\n
PE for ME: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course is pretty much phys ed for nerds, using physical activity to teach lessons about mechanical engineering. <\/p>\n
Xtreme Lit: Northern Illinois University<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you like to get totally extreme, then this course would be for you, asking students to engage in sometimes adventurous recreational activities while reading authors who loved the great outdoors. <\/p>\n
Whitewater Skills: West Virginia University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat would college be without learning how to manage some rapids? This course offers to teach students just that.<\/p>\n
Circus Stunts: Triton College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you want to join the circus or just need a more interesting workout, this course can teach you all kinds of acrobatics. <\/p>\n
The Art of Walking: Centre College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you would think that most able-bodied students would know how to walk by the time they entered college, this course hopes to teach them to do it better, and more consciously. <\/p>\n
Tree Climbing: Cornell University<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who never learned to climb a tree as a child can now receive college-level education on the subject through this course. <\/p>\n
American Golf: Aristocratic Pastime or the People\u2019s Game?: Carnegie Mellon<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, students learn about the history and social aspects of golf. <\/p>\n
Knitting for Noobs: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFor many students, it\u2019s totally worth the cost of a college course to learn how to knit a few scarves.<\/p>\n
Golf Course Management: Tarleton State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis practical course will teach students how to take care of those greens and pesky sand traps. <\/p>\n
Popular Culture<\/strong><\/h1>\nFocusing on popular culture phenomena and icons, these courses catch a lot of guff for their seemingly superficial subject matter.<\/p>\n
Oprah Winfrey: The Tycoon: University of Illinois, Urbana<\/strong><\/h4>\n While no longer offered, this course gave students a chance to look deep into the life of one of the most successful and recognizable women in the world.<\/p>\n
How to Watch Television: Montclair University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThough most of us are pretty adept at turning on the TV and vegging out, this course aims to teach students how to watch TV actively.<\/p>\n
Through the Darkness of Future-Past: An Exploration of David Lynch\u2019s Twin Peaks: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDelve into the weird world of this TV cult classic in this course.<\/p>\n
Breaking the Rules: An Intellectual Discussion of Fight Club: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile perhaps not the newest movie, this film (and the book it\u2019s based upon, presumably) still elicits enough interest to have a course that talks all about the issues addressed within it. <\/p>\n
Video Game History: Rise of a New Medium: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you loved your NES back in the day or can\u2019t get enough X Box, this course teaches students about the history of games and where they\u2019re headed in the future.<\/p>\n
The Future is Lost: TV Series as Cultural Phenomenon: Tufts University<\/strong><\/h4>\nSome people might feel that Lost deserves its own course just because it\u2019s so darn hard to figure out what\u2019s happening in the series, but this course goes deeper, examining the popularity of shows like this and their expansion into other media. <\/p>\n
Goldberg\u2019s Canon: Makin\u2019 Whoopi: Bates College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile not offered since 2004, this course was the first and only to examine the sometimes controversial public persona of this comedienne, actress and now daytime talk show host. <\/p>\n
Chosen: Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThose who were addicted to Buffy can now examine the series in-depth through the material presented in this course.<\/p>\n
The Office: Awesome, Awkward, & Addicting: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nLet\u2019s hope this course on the popular show isn\u2019t nearly as uncomfortable to watch. <\/p>\n
Calvin & Hobbes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis iconic comic was much more than just simple Saturday morning entertainment\u2013or so this course aims to show. <\/p>\n
Superheroes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat do superheroes really mean in our culture? Why create such figures? This course examines this and a myriad of other issues. <\/p>\n
American Pro Wrestling: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the words “MIT” and “pro wrestling” may not be two you\u2019d bring together, this course asks students at the tech-savvy school to think about the cultural implications of the often-theatrical wrestling world. <\/p>\n
American Soap Operas: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat is it about soap operas that make them so addicting? Students at MIT get a chance to delve into the logic behind these series in this course. <\/p>\n
It\u2019s News to Me: the Role of Media in Your Life: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nMost of us may not even realize how big of a role the media plays in our lives, but this course aims to bring it to the forefront. <\/p>\n
Zombies in Popular Media: Columbia College- Chicago<\/strong><\/h4>\nEvery year it seems like there are more and more movies about zombies. What is the fascination with these fictional creatures? Students at Columbia College can take this course and become zombie experts. <\/p>\n
Food and Drink<\/strong><\/h1>\nEverybody has to eat, so why not learn more about it from these courses?<\/p>\n
Food and Power in the Twentieth Century: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nIn this course, students learn how sometimes having all the food means having all the power. <\/p>\n
Kitchen Chemistry: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents in this course will learn how to turn their kitchens into their own private laboratories, teaching them not only about science but about cooking as well.<\/p>\n
Cultural Aspects of Food: Oneonta College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDo foods from your childhood elicit specific emotions from you? This course will delve into what the cultural connections we have with food are and why these relationships are so strong. <\/p>\n
Campus Culture and Drinking: Duke University<\/strong><\/h4>\nAs many students may have been sad to learn, this course doesn\u2019t encourage students to go get trashed, instead of asking them to more carefully consider the social and cultural aspects of drinking on campus.<\/p>\n
From Bean to Bar: The History, Politics, & Taste of Chocolate: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nChocoholics can take their love of the sweet substance one step further and learn how it goes from the field, gets processed and ends up in their mouths. <\/p>\n
Maple Syrup: The Real Thing: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile most students won\u2019t be pursuing a career as a maple syrup maker, this course offers to teach them everything they need to know about the business, should they decide they need a career change.<\/p>\n
Life Skills<\/strong><\/h1>\nCollege doesn\u2019t just have to be academic, as these courses that provide valuable life lessons prove.<\/p>\n
Tightwaddery, or The Good Life on a Dollar a Day: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the title might elicit some laughs, this course offers some sage advice on breaking the bonds of consumerism and fighting back against the status quo. And if that isn\u2019t part of a well-rounded college education then what is? <\/p>\n
Finding Dates Worth Keeping: University of Sioux Falls<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who find themselves constantly falling in love (or just in bed) with Mr. or Mrs. Wrong can take this course to learn to make better dating decisions. <\/p>\n
Field Equipment Operation: University of California, Davis<\/strong><\/h4>\nIt might have a fancy title, but this class gets down and dirty with teaching students how to drive a tractor. <\/p>\n
Getting Dressed: Princeton University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile many students wouldn\u2019t have made it to college without some idea of how to get dressed in the morning, this class takes it one step further and takes a look at what it really means <\/em>to wear those Uggs or backwards baseball cap. <\/p>\nBiblical Model for Home and Family: Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere you\u2019ll find a female-only course that will make all but the most traditional women bristle. With lessons on how to properly serve your husband and bake cookies, it\u2019s useful, no doubt\u2013but the lack of a male counterpart course is questionable.<\/p>\n
Furniture Making: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you might already feel like you know how to build furniture after a few intense Ikea assemblies, this course will teach you more in-depth ways of building just about anything around the home. <\/p>\n
How to Learn (Almost) Anything: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might seem odd to take a course on how to learn from the rest of your courses, this practical class from MIT asks students to use technology and tools to stretch their minds. <\/p>\n
Miscellaneous<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses touch on a wide range of interesting, if not always normal, subject matter.<\/p>\n
Nonviolent Responses to Terrorism: Swarthmore College<\/strong><\/h4>\nNews reports tell that most students today don\u2019t even know what year 9\/11 happened. With the memory of terrorism in the distant past (or so it seems) this course seems more and more relevant as anger fades and the American public grows tired of conflict.<\/p>\n
Stupidity: Occidental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat better topic to rail against at college than stupidity? This course examines it at depth from literary, social and philosophical perspectives. <\/p>\n
Daylighting: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course doesn\u2019t refer to the opposite of moonlighting, it is designed to help students learn how to better light things with, what else, the sun. <\/p>\n
Yes, some of these courses teeter between useful knowledge and just plain silly. Many however, offer great educational opportunities, even though the name doesn’t exactly reflect it. <\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Source: OnlineUniversities.com, 100 Hilarious College Courses that Really Exist<\/a><\/p>\n
If you can\u2019t figure out how to watch videos and learn on your own, this course will teach you how. <\/p>\n
Personal Robots: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLike something out of the Jetsons, this course offers students a chance to learn about the development of little helper robots.<\/p>\n
Human Computer Interaction: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you love or hate your computer, you can learn more about the relationships people develop with their machines from this course.<\/p>\n
The Anthropology of Computing: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat role does your computer play in your life? In society? This course examines how computers function in culture and change human communications. <\/p>\n
Lego Robotics: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLegos can help you build more than just that TIE Fighter, they can also be used to make real robots, as this course will show students.<\/p>\n
Human Beings and the Machines of Sunshine: Rice University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile this course is based on the technical, it addresses more of the social issues that have arisen since machines have become more and more a part of daily life. <\/p>\n
Street-Fighting Mathematics: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile math and street-fighting aren\u2019t two things that logically fall together, this course shows students that there is a way to analyze fighting through a mathematical pattern\u2013something that might get you beat up in the first place.<\/p>\n
Games and Civic Engagement: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLearn about the role video games might play in the future of education and community programs through this course. <\/p>\n
Philosophy<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses promise to help you think deeply about philosophical and religious issues while often using pop culture as a reference point.<\/p>\n
The Simpsons and Philosophy: University of California, Berkeley<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the Simpsons may appear to be just good entertainment, this course shows the deeper philosophical issues under all those “d\u2019ohs.” <\/p>\n
Philosophy and Star Trek: Georgetown University<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who take this class will not only get to watch Star Trek, but delve into the issues the show discusses like time travel, a sense of reality, free will and more. <\/p>\n
Star Trek and Religion: U of Indiana<\/strong><\/h4>\nLook at religion through the lens of the Star Trek world, with discussions that address both supporting and criticizing religion. <\/p>\n
Myth and Science Fiction: Star Wars, The Matrix, and Lord of the Rings: Centre College<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore larger issues of myth and speculative fiction through these popular movies. <\/p>\n
Taking Marx Seriously: Amherst University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThe oddest thing about this course\u2019s name is that it implies that people haven\u2019t been taking Marx seriously, odd considering the antipathy towards the economist and social theorist since the Cold War. <\/p>\n
Music<\/strong><\/h1>\nExplore music from some different perspectives in these courses.<\/p>\n
Queer Musicology: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nAccording to this course, those who are homosexual create and experience music differently than their straight counterparts. While many experts in the field see this as a growing field of study, most outside were quite critical when this course was introduced in the 90s. <\/p>\n
History of Electronic Dance Music: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you love clubbing or just the thudding beats of dance music, you can learn more about where it came from and where it\u2019s going in this course. <\/p>\n
The Beatles: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nTrue Beatles fans can learn everything there is to know about the band in this course, though unfortunately there is no extra credit for mastering their catalog on Expert on Rock Band. <\/p>\n
Nuthin\u2019 but a \u2018G\u2019 Thang: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nEmbrace your inner thug with this course that explores the history of gangsta rap. <\/p>\n
Introduction to Turntablism: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who have dreamt of being great DJs can add to their college experience by taking this class on the art and business of operating the turntable.<\/p>\n
Visual Arts<\/strong><\/h1>\nFrom video games to horror films, these courses help college students analyze visual culture.<\/p>\n
Underwater Basket Weaving: Reed College<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere it is, the course that has been the butt of numerous jokes about the declining quality of college education in America. Yes, it really exists and you can take it at this school and others for credit. <\/p>\n
Muppet Magic: Jim Henson\u2019s Art: UC Santa Cruz<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore the fine art of elaborate puppetry through this course.<\/p>\n
Dirty Pictures: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nTake a look at the history and art of sexy, dirty and explicit photos in this course. <\/p>\n
The Horror Film in Context: Bowodin College<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you love a good scare, consider this course at Bowdoin to gain a better understanding of the format of the horror film. <\/p>\n
The Road Movie: Barnard College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFrom Easy Rider <\/em>to Thelma and Louise, <\/em>this course looks at the road trip movie and the concept of the journey. Curiously omitted was the college age favorite Road Trip.<\/em> <\/p>\nThe Art of Sin and the Sin of Art: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course will look not only at controversial artwork but also at the practice of creating art and its moral implications. <\/p>\n
The Art of Warcraft: A Closer Look at the Virtual World Phenomenon: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, nerds and artists alike can learn about the aesthetics of the video game world.<\/p>\n
Physical Education and Recreation<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses help students all over the nation stay in shape and get active.<\/p>\n
PE for ME: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course is pretty much phys ed for nerds, using physical activity to teach lessons about mechanical engineering. <\/p>\n
Xtreme Lit: Northern Illinois University<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you like to get totally extreme, then this course would be for you, asking students to engage in sometimes adventurous recreational activities while reading authors who loved the great outdoors. <\/p>\n
Whitewater Skills: West Virginia University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat would college be without learning how to manage some rapids? This course offers to teach students just that.<\/p>\n
Circus Stunts: Triton College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you want to join the circus or just need a more interesting workout, this course can teach you all kinds of acrobatics. <\/p>\n
The Art of Walking: Centre College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you would think that most able-bodied students would know how to walk by the time they entered college, this course hopes to teach them to do it better, and more consciously. <\/p>\n
Tree Climbing: Cornell University<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who never learned to climb a tree as a child can now receive college-level education on the subject through this course. <\/p>\n
American Golf: Aristocratic Pastime or the People\u2019s Game?: Carnegie Mellon<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, students learn about the history and social aspects of golf. <\/p>\n
Knitting for Noobs: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFor many students, it\u2019s totally worth the cost of a college course to learn how to knit a few scarves.<\/p>\n
Golf Course Management: Tarleton State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis practical course will teach students how to take care of those greens and pesky sand traps. <\/p>\n
Popular Culture<\/strong><\/h1>\nFocusing on popular culture phenomena and icons, these courses catch a lot of guff for their seemingly superficial subject matter.<\/p>\n
Oprah Winfrey: The Tycoon: University of Illinois, Urbana<\/strong><\/h4>\n While no longer offered, this course gave students a chance to look deep into the life of one of the most successful and recognizable women in the world.<\/p>\n
How to Watch Television: Montclair University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThough most of us are pretty adept at turning on the TV and vegging out, this course aims to teach students how to watch TV actively.<\/p>\n
Through the Darkness of Future-Past: An Exploration of David Lynch\u2019s Twin Peaks: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDelve into the weird world of this TV cult classic in this course.<\/p>\n
Breaking the Rules: An Intellectual Discussion of Fight Club: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile perhaps not the newest movie, this film (and the book it\u2019s based upon, presumably) still elicits enough interest to have a course that talks all about the issues addressed within it. <\/p>\n
Video Game History: Rise of a New Medium: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you loved your NES back in the day or can\u2019t get enough X Box, this course teaches students about the history of games and where they\u2019re headed in the future.<\/p>\n
The Future is Lost: TV Series as Cultural Phenomenon: Tufts University<\/strong><\/h4>\nSome people might feel that Lost deserves its own course just because it\u2019s so darn hard to figure out what\u2019s happening in the series, but this course goes deeper, examining the popularity of shows like this and their expansion into other media. <\/p>\n
Goldberg\u2019s Canon: Makin\u2019 Whoopi: Bates College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile not offered since 2004, this course was the first and only to examine the sometimes controversial public persona of this comedienne, actress and now daytime talk show host. <\/p>\n
Chosen: Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThose who were addicted to Buffy can now examine the series in-depth through the material presented in this course.<\/p>\n
The Office: Awesome, Awkward, & Addicting: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nLet\u2019s hope this course on the popular show isn\u2019t nearly as uncomfortable to watch. <\/p>\n
Calvin & Hobbes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis iconic comic was much more than just simple Saturday morning entertainment\u2013or so this course aims to show. <\/p>\n
Superheroes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat do superheroes really mean in our culture? Why create such figures? This course examines this and a myriad of other issues. <\/p>\n
American Pro Wrestling: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the words “MIT” and “pro wrestling” may not be two you\u2019d bring together, this course asks students at the tech-savvy school to think about the cultural implications of the often-theatrical wrestling world. <\/p>\n
American Soap Operas: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat is it about soap operas that make them so addicting? Students at MIT get a chance to delve into the logic behind these series in this course. <\/p>\n
It\u2019s News to Me: the Role of Media in Your Life: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nMost of us may not even realize how big of a role the media plays in our lives, but this course aims to bring it to the forefront. <\/p>\n
Zombies in Popular Media: Columbia College- Chicago<\/strong><\/h4>\nEvery year it seems like there are more and more movies about zombies. What is the fascination with these fictional creatures? Students at Columbia College can take this course and become zombie experts. <\/p>\n
Food and Drink<\/strong><\/h1>\nEverybody has to eat, so why not learn more about it from these courses?<\/p>\n
Food and Power in the Twentieth Century: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nIn this course, students learn how sometimes having all the food means having all the power. <\/p>\n
Kitchen Chemistry: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents in this course will learn how to turn their kitchens into their own private laboratories, teaching them not only about science but about cooking as well.<\/p>\n
Cultural Aspects of Food: Oneonta College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDo foods from your childhood elicit specific emotions from you? This course will delve into what the cultural connections we have with food are and why these relationships are so strong. <\/p>\n
Campus Culture and Drinking: Duke University<\/strong><\/h4>\nAs many students may have been sad to learn, this course doesn\u2019t encourage students to go get trashed, instead of asking them to more carefully consider the social and cultural aspects of drinking on campus.<\/p>\n
From Bean to Bar: The History, Politics, & Taste of Chocolate: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nChocoholics can take their love of the sweet substance one step further and learn how it goes from the field, gets processed and ends up in their mouths. <\/p>\n
Maple Syrup: The Real Thing: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile most students won\u2019t be pursuing a career as a maple syrup maker, this course offers to teach them everything they need to know about the business, should they decide they need a career change.<\/p>\n
Life Skills<\/strong><\/h1>\nCollege doesn\u2019t just have to be academic, as these courses that provide valuable life lessons prove.<\/p>\n
Tightwaddery, or The Good Life on a Dollar a Day: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the title might elicit some laughs, this course offers some sage advice on breaking the bonds of consumerism and fighting back against the status quo. And if that isn\u2019t part of a well-rounded college education then what is? <\/p>\n
Finding Dates Worth Keeping: University of Sioux Falls<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who find themselves constantly falling in love (or just in bed) with Mr. or Mrs. Wrong can take this course to learn to make better dating decisions. <\/p>\n
Field Equipment Operation: University of California, Davis<\/strong><\/h4>\nIt might have a fancy title, but this class gets down and dirty with teaching students how to drive a tractor. <\/p>\n
Getting Dressed: Princeton University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile many students wouldn\u2019t have made it to college without some idea of how to get dressed in the morning, this class takes it one step further and takes a look at what it really means <\/em>to wear those Uggs or backwards baseball cap. <\/p>\nBiblical Model for Home and Family: Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere you\u2019ll find a female-only course that will make all but the most traditional women bristle. With lessons on how to properly serve your husband and bake cookies, it\u2019s useful, no doubt\u2013but the lack of a male counterpart course is questionable.<\/p>\n
Furniture Making: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you might already feel like you know how to build furniture after a few intense Ikea assemblies, this course will teach you more in-depth ways of building just about anything around the home. <\/p>\n
How to Learn (Almost) Anything: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might seem odd to take a course on how to learn from the rest of your courses, this practical class from MIT asks students to use technology and tools to stretch their minds. <\/p>\n
Miscellaneous<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses touch on a wide range of interesting, if not always normal, subject matter.<\/p>\n
Nonviolent Responses to Terrorism: Swarthmore College<\/strong><\/h4>\nNews reports tell that most students today don\u2019t even know what year 9\/11 happened. With the memory of terrorism in the distant past (or so it seems) this course seems more and more relevant as anger fades and the American public grows tired of conflict.<\/p>\n
Stupidity: Occidental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat better topic to rail against at college than stupidity? This course examines it at depth from literary, social and philosophical perspectives. <\/p>\n
Daylighting: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course doesn\u2019t refer to the opposite of moonlighting, it is designed to help students learn how to better light things with, what else, the sun. <\/p>\n
Yes, some of these courses teeter between useful knowledge and just plain silly. Many however, offer great educational opportunities, even though the name doesn’t exactly reflect it. <\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Source: OnlineUniversities.com, 100 Hilarious College Courses that Really Exist<\/a><\/p>\n
Whether you love or hate your computer, you can learn more about the relationships people develop with their machines from this course.<\/p>\n
The Anthropology of Computing: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat role does your computer play in your life? In society? This course examines how computers function in culture and change human communications. <\/p>\n
Lego Robotics: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLegos can help you build more than just that TIE Fighter, they can also be used to make real robots, as this course will show students.<\/p>\n
Human Beings and the Machines of Sunshine: Rice University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile this course is based on the technical, it addresses more of the social issues that have arisen since machines have become more and more a part of daily life. <\/p>\n
Street-Fighting Mathematics: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile math and street-fighting aren\u2019t two things that logically fall together, this course shows students that there is a way to analyze fighting through a mathematical pattern\u2013something that might get you beat up in the first place.<\/p>\n
Games and Civic Engagement: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLearn about the role video games might play in the future of education and community programs through this course. <\/p>\n
Philosophy<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses promise to help you think deeply about philosophical and religious issues while often using pop culture as a reference point.<\/p>\n
The Simpsons and Philosophy: University of California, Berkeley<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the Simpsons may appear to be just good entertainment, this course shows the deeper philosophical issues under all those “d\u2019ohs.” <\/p>\n
Philosophy and Star Trek: Georgetown University<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who take this class will not only get to watch Star Trek, but delve into the issues the show discusses like time travel, a sense of reality, free will and more. <\/p>\n
Star Trek and Religion: U of Indiana<\/strong><\/h4>\nLook at religion through the lens of the Star Trek world, with discussions that address both supporting and criticizing religion. <\/p>\n
Myth and Science Fiction: Star Wars, The Matrix, and Lord of the Rings: Centre College<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore larger issues of myth and speculative fiction through these popular movies. <\/p>\n
Taking Marx Seriously: Amherst University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThe oddest thing about this course\u2019s name is that it implies that people haven\u2019t been taking Marx seriously, odd considering the antipathy towards the economist and social theorist since the Cold War. <\/p>\n
Music<\/strong><\/h1>\nExplore music from some different perspectives in these courses.<\/p>\n
Queer Musicology: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nAccording to this course, those who are homosexual create and experience music differently than their straight counterparts. While many experts in the field see this as a growing field of study, most outside were quite critical when this course was introduced in the 90s. <\/p>\n
History of Electronic Dance Music: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you love clubbing or just the thudding beats of dance music, you can learn more about where it came from and where it\u2019s going in this course. <\/p>\n
The Beatles: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nTrue Beatles fans can learn everything there is to know about the band in this course, though unfortunately there is no extra credit for mastering their catalog on Expert on Rock Band. <\/p>\n
Nuthin\u2019 but a \u2018G\u2019 Thang: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nEmbrace your inner thug with this course that explores the history of gangsta rap. <\/p>\n
Introduction to Turntablism: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who have dreamt of being great DJs can add to their college experience by taking this class on the art and business of operating the turntable.<\/p>\n
Visual Arts<\/strong><\/h1>\nFrom video games to horror films, these courses help college students analyze visual culture.<\/p>\n
Underwater Basket Weaving: Reed College<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere it is, the course that has been the butt of numerous jokes about the declining quality of college education in America. Yes, it really exists and you can take it at this school and others for credit. <\/p>\n
Muppet Magic: Jim Henson\u2019s Art: UC Santa Cruz<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore the fine art of elaborate puppetry through this course.<\/p>\n
Dirty Pictures: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nTake a look at the history and art of sexy, dirty and explicit photos in this course. <\/p>\n
The Horror Film in Context: Bowodin College<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you love a good scare, consider this course at Bowdoin to gain a better understanding of the format of the horror film. <\/p>\n
The Road Movie: Barnard College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFrom Easy Rider <\/em>to Thelma and Louise, <\/em>this course looks at the road trip movie and the concept of the journey. Curiously omitted was the college age favorite Road Trip.<\/em> <\/p>\nThe Art of Sin and the Sin of Art: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course will look not only at controversial artwork but also at the practice of creating art and its moral implications. <\/p>\n
The Art of Warcraft: A Closer Look at the Virtual World Phenomenon: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, nerds and artists alike can learn about the aesthetics of the video game world.<\/p>\n
Physical Education and Recreation<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses help students all over the nation stay in shape and get active.<\/p>\n
PE for ME: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course is pretty much phys ed for nerds, using physical activity to teach lessons about mechanical engineering. <\/p>\n
Xtreme Lit: Northern Illinois University<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you like to get totally extreme, then this course would be for you, asking students to engage in sometimes adventurous recreational activities while reading authors who loved the great outdoors. <\/p>\n
Whitewater Skills: West Virginia University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat would college be without learning how to manage some rapids? This course offers to teach students just that.<\/p>\n
Circus Stunts: Triton College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you want to join the circus or just need a more interesting workout, this course can teach you all kinds of acrobatics. <\/p>\n
The Art of Walking: Centre College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you would think that most able-bodied students would know how to walk by the time they entered college, this course hopes to teach them to do it better, and more consciously. <\/p>\n
Tree Climbing: Cornell University<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who never learned to climb a tree as a child can now receive college-level education on the subject through this course. <\/p>\n
American Golf: Aristocratic Pastime or the People\u2019s Game?: Carnegie Mellon<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, students learn about the history and social aspects of golf. <\/p>\n
Knitting for Noobs: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFor many students, it\u2019s totally worth the cost of a college course to learn how to knit a few scarves.<\/p>\n
Golf Course Management: Tarleton State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis practical course will teach students how to take care of those greens and pesky sand traps. <\/p>\n
Popular Culture<\/strong><\/h1>\nFocusing on popular culture phenomena and icons, these courses catch a lot of guff for their seemingly superficial subject matter.<\/p>\n
Oprah Winfrey: The Tycoon: University of Illinois, Urbana<\/strong><\/h4>\n While no longer offered, this course gave students a chance to look deep into the life of one of the most successful and recognizable women in the world.<\/p>\n
How to Watch Television: Montclair University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThough most of us are pretty adept at turning on the TV and vegging out, this course aims to teach students how to watch TV actively.<\/p>\n
Through the Darkness of Future-Past: An Exploration of David Lynch\u2019s Twin Peaks: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDelve into the weird world of this TV cult classic in this course.<\/p>\n
Breaking the Rules: An Intellectual Discussion of Fight Club: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile perhaps not the newest movie, this film (and the book it\u2019s based upon, presumably) still elicits enough interest to have a course that talks all about the issues addressed within it. <\/p>\n
Video Game History: Rise of a New Medium: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you loved your NES back in the day or can\u2019t get enough X Box, this course teaches students about the history of games and where they\u2019re headed in the future.<\/p>\n
The Future is Lost: TV Series as Cultural Phenomenon: Tufts University<\/strong><\/h4>\nSome people might feel that Lost deserves its own course just because it\u2019s so darn hard to figure out what\u2019s happening in the series, but this course goes deeper, examining the popularity of shows like this and their expansion into other media. <\/p>\n
Goldberg\u2019s Canon: Makin\u2019 Whoopi: Bates College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile not offered since 2004, this course was the first and only to examine the sometimes controversial public persona of this comedienne, actress and now daytime talk show host. <\/p>\n
Chosen: Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThose who were addicted to Buffy can now examine the series in-depth through the material presented in this course.<\/p>\n
The Office: Awesome, Awkward, & Addicting: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nLet\u2019s hope this course on the popular show isn\u2019t nearly as uncomfortable to watch. <\/p>\n
Calvin & Hobbes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis iconic comic was much more than just simple Saturday morning entertainment\u2013or so this course aims to show. <\/p>\n
Superheroes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat do superheroes really mean in our culture? Why create such figures? This course examines this and a myriad of other issues. <\/p>\n
American Pro Wrestling: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the words “MIT” and “pro wrestling” may not be two you\u2019d bring together, this course asks students at the tech-savvy school to think about the cultural implications of the often-theatrical wrestling world. <\/p>\n
American Soap Operas: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat is it about soap operas that make them so addicting? Students at MIT get a chance to delve into the logic behind these series in this course. <\/p>\n
It\u2019s News to Me: the Role of Media in Your Life: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nMost of us may not even realize how big of a role the media plays in our lives, but this course aims to bring it to the forefront. <\/p>\n
Zombies in Popular Media: Columbia College- Chicago<\/strong><\/h4>\nEvery year it seems like there are more and more movies about zombies. What is the fascination with these fictional creatures? Students at Columbia College can take this course and become zombie experts. <\/p>\n
Food and Drink<\/strong><\/h1>\nEverybody has to eat, so why not learn more about it from these courses?<\/p>\n
Food and Power in the Twentieth Century: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nIn this course, students learn how sometimes having all the food means having all the power. <\/p>\n
Kitchen Chemistry: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents in this course will learn how to turn their kitchens into their own private laboratories, teaching them not only about science but about cooking as well.<\/p>\n
Cultural Aspects of Food: Oneonta College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDo foods from your childhood elicit specific emotions from you? This course will delve into what the cultural connections we have with food are and why these relationships are so strong. <\/p>\n
Campus Culture and Drinking: Duke University<\/strong><\/h4>\nAs many students may have been sad to learn, this course doesn\u2019t encourage students to go get trashed, instead of asking them to more carefully consider the social and cultural aspects of drinking on campus.<\/p>\n
From Bean to Bar: The History, Politics, & Taste of Chocolate: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nChocoholics can take their love of the sweet substance one step further and learn how it goes from the field, gets processed and ends up in their mouths. <\/p>\n
Maple Syrup: The Real Thing: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile most students won\u2019t be pursuing a career as a maple syrup maker, this course offers to teach them everything they need to know about the business, should they decide they need a career change.<\/p>\n
Life Skills<\/strong><\/h1>\nCollege doesn\u2019t just have to be academic, as these courses that provide valuable life lessons prove.<\/p>\n
Tightwaddery, or The Good Life on a Dollar a Day: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the title might elicit some laughs, this course offers some sage advice on breaking the bonds of consumerism and fighting back against the status quo. And if that isn\u2019t part of a well-rounded college education then what is? <\/p>\n
Finding Dates Worth Keeping: University of Sioux Falls<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who find themselves constantly falling in love (or just in bed) with Mr. or Mrs. Wrong can take this course to learn to make better dating decisions. <\/p>\n
Field Equipment Operation: University of California, Davis<\/strong><\/h4>\nIt might have a fancy title, but this class gets down and dirty with teaching students how to drive a tractor. <\/p>\n
Getting Dressed: Princeton University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile many students wouldn\u2019t have made it to college without some idea of how to get dressed in the morning, this class takes it one step further and takes a look at what it really means <\/em>to wear those Uggs or backwards baseball cap. <\/p>\nBiblical Model for Home and Family: Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere you\u2019ll find a female-only course that will make all but the most traditional women bristle. With lessons on how to properly serve your husband and bake cookies, it\u2019s useful, no doubt\u2013but the lack of a male counterpart course is questionable.<\/p>\n
Furniture Making: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you might already feel like you know how to build furniture after a few intense Ikea assemblies, this course will teach you more in-depth ways of building just about anything around the home. <\/p>\n
How to Learn (Almost) Anything: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might seem odd to take a course on how to learn from the rest of your courses, this practical class from MIT asks students to use technology and tools to stretch their minds. <\/p>\n
Miscellaneous<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses touch on a wide range of interesting, if not always normal, subject matter.<\/p>\n
Nonviolent Responses to Terrorism: Swarthmore College<\/strong><\/h4>\nNews reports tell that most students today don\u2019t even know what year 9\/11 happened. With the memory of terrorism in the distant past (or so it seems) this course seems more and more relevant as anger fades and the American public grows tired of conflict.<\/p>\n
Stupidity: Occidental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat better topic to rail against at college than stupidity? This course examines it at depth from literary, social and philosophical perspectives. <\/p>\n
Daylighting: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course doesn\u2019t refer to the opposite of moonlighting, it is designed to help students learn how to better light things with, what else, the sun. <\/p>\n
Yes, some of these courses teeter between useful knowledge and just plain silly. Many however, offer great educational opportunities, even though the name doesn’t exactly reflect it. <\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Source: OnlineUniversities.com, 100 Hilarious College Courses that Really Exist<\/a><\/p>\n
Legos can help you build more than just that TIE Fighter, they can also be used to make real robots, as this course will show students.<\/p>\n
Human Beings and the Machines of Sunshine: Rice University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile this course is based on the technical, it addresses more of the social issues that have arisen since machines have become more and more a part of daily life. <\/p>\n
Street-Fighting Mathematics: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile math and street-fighting aren\u2019t two things that logically fall together, this course shows students that there is a way to analyze fighting through a mathematical pattern\u2013something that might get you beat up in the first place.<\/p>\n
Games and Civic Engagement: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLearn about the role video games might play in the future of education and community programs through this course. <\/p>\n
Philosophy<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses promise to help you think deeply about philosophical and religious issues while often using pop culture as a reference point.<\/p>\n
The Simpsons and Philosophy: University of California, Berkeley<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the Simpsons may appear to be just good entertainment, this course shows the deeper philosophical issues under all those “d\u2019ohs.” <\/p>\n
Philosophy and Star Trek: Georgetown University<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who take this class will not only get to watch Star Trek, but delve into the issues the show discusses like time travel, a sense of reality, free will and more. <\/p>\n
Star Trek and Religion: U of Indiana<\/strong><\/h4>\nLook at religion through the lens of the Star Trek world, with discussions that address both supporting and criticizing religion. <\/p>\n
Myth and Science Fiction: Star Wars, The Matrix, and Lord of the Rings: Centre College<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore larger issues of myth and speculative fiction through these popular movies. <\/p>\n
Taking Marx Seriously: Amherst University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThe oddest thing about this course\u2019s name is that it implies that people haven\u2019t been taking Marx seriously, odd considering the antipathy towards the economist and social theorist since the Cold War. <\/p>\n
Music<\/strong><\/h1>\nExplore music from some different perspectives in these courses.<\/p>\n
Queer Musicology: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nAccording to this course, those who are homosexual create and experience music differently than their straight counterparts. While many experts in the field see this as a growing field of study, most outside were quite critical when this course was introduced in the 90s. <\/p>\n
History of Electronic Dance Music: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you love clubbing or just the thudding beats of dance music, you can learn more about where it came from and where it\u2019s going in this course. <\/p>\n
The Beatles: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nTrue Beatles fans can learn everything there is to know about the band in this course, though unfortunately there is no extra credit for mastering their catalog on Expert on Rock Band. <\/p>\n
Nuthin\u2019 but a \u2018G\u2019 Thang: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nEmbrace your inner thug with this course that explores the history of gangsta rap. <\/p>\n
Introduction to Turntablism: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who have dreamt of being great DJs can add to their college experience by taking this class on the art and business of operating the turntable.<\/p>\n
Visual Arts<\/strong><\/h1>\nFrom video games to horror films, these courses help college students analyze visual culture.<\/p>\n
Underwater Basket Weaving: Reed College<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere it is, the course that has been the butt of numerous jokes about the declining quality of college education in America. Yes, it really exists and you can take it at this school and others for credit. <\/p>\n
Muppet Magic: Jim Henson\u2019s Art: UC Santa Cruz<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore the fine art of elaborate puppetry through this course.<\/p>\n
Dirty Pictures: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nTake a look at the history and art of sexy, dirty and explicit photos in this course. <\/p>\n
The Horror Film in Context: Bowodin College<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you love a good scare, consider this course at Bowdoin to gain a better understanding of the format of the horror film. <\/p>\n
The Road Movie: Barnard College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFrom Easy Rider <\/em>to Thelma and Louise, <\/em>this course looks at the road trip movie and the concept of the journey. Curiously omitted was the college age favorite Road Trip.<\/em> <\/p>\nThe Art of Sin and the Sin of Art: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course will look not only at controversial artwork but also at the practice of creating art and its moral implications. <\/p>\n
The Art of Warcraft: A Closer Look at the Virtual World Phenomenon: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, nerds and artists alike can learn about the aesthetics of the video game world.<\/p>\n
Physical Education and Recreation<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses help students all over the nation stay in shape and get active.<\/p>\n
PE for ME: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course is pretty much phys ed for nerds, using physical activity to teach lessons about mechanical engineering. <\/p>\n
Xtreme Lit: Northern Illinois University<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you like to get totally extreme, then this course would be for you, asking students to engage in sometimes adventurous recreational activities while reading authors who loved the great outdoors. <\/p>\n
Whitewater Skills: West Virginia University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat would college be without learning how to manage some rapids? This course offers to teach students just that.<\/p>\n
Circus Stunts: Triton College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you want to join the circus or just need a more interesting workout, this course can teach you all kinds of acrobatics. <\/p>\n
The Art of Walking: Centre College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you would think that most able-bodied students would know how to walk by the time they entered college, this course hopes to teach them to do it better, and more consciously. <\/p>\n
Tree Climbing: Cornell University<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who never learned to climb a tree as a child can now receive college-level education on the subject through this course. <\/p>\n
American Golf: Aristocratic Pastime or the People\u2019s Game?: Carnegie Mellon<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, students learn about the history and social aspects of golf. <\/p>\n
Knitting for Noobs: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFor many students, it\u2019s totally worth the cost of a college course to learn how to knit a few scarves.<\/p>\n
Golf Course Management: Tarleton State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis practical course will teach students how to take care of those greens and pesky sand traps. <\/p>\n
Popular Culture<\/strong><\/h1>\nFocusing on popular culture phenomena and icons, these courses catch a lot of guff for their seemingly superficial subject matter.<\/p>\n
Oprah Winfrey: The Tycoon: University of Illinois, Urbana<\/strong><\/h4>\n While no longer offered, this course gave students a chance to look deep into the life of one of the most successful and recognizable women in the world.<\/p>\n
How to Watch Television: Montclair University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThough most of us are pretty adept at turning on the TV and vegging out, this course aims to teach students how to watch TV actively.<\/p>\n
Through the Darkness of Future-Past: An Exploration of David Lynch\u2019s Twin Peaks: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDelve into the weird world of this TV cult classic in this course.<\/p>\n
Breaking the Rules: An Intellectual Discussion of Fight Club: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile perhaps not the newest movie, this film (and the book it\u2019s based upon, presumably) still elicits enough interest to have a course that talks all about the issues addressed within it. <\/p>\n
Video Game History: Rise of a New Medium: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you loved your NES back in the day or can\u2019t get enough X Box, this course teaches students about the history of games and where they\u2019re headed in the future.<\/p>\n
The Future is Lost: TV Series as Cultural Phenomenon: Tufts University<\/strong><\/h4>\nSome people might feel that Lost deserves its own course just because it\u2019s so darn hard to figure out what\u2019s happening in the series, but this course goes deeper, examining the popularity of shows like this and their expansion into other media. <\/p>\n
Goldberg\u2019s Canon: Makin\u2019 Whoopi: Bates College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile not offered since 2004, this course was the first and only to examine the sometimes controversial public persona of this comedienne, actress and now daytime talk show host. <\/p>\n
Chosen: Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThose who were addicted to Buffy can now examine the series in-depth through the material presented in this course.<\/p>\n
The Office: Awesome, Awkward, & Addicting: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nLet\u2019s hope this course on the popular show isn\u2019t nearly as uncomfortable to watch. <\/p>\n
Calvin & Hobbes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis iconic comic was much more than just simple Saturday morning entertainment\u2013or so this course aims to show. <\/p>\n
Superheroes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat do superheroes really mean in our culture? Why create such figures? This course examines this and a myriad of other issues. <\/p>\n
American Pro Wrestling: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the words “MIT” and “pro wrestling” may not be two you\u2019d bring together, this course asks students at the tech-savvy school to think about the cultural implications of the often-theatrical wrestling world. <\/p>\n
American Soap Operas: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat is it about soap operas that make them so addicting? Students at MIT get a chance to delve into the logic behind these series in this course. <\/p>\n
It\u2019s News to Me: the Role of Media in Your Life: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nMost of us may not even realize how big of a role the media plays in our lives, but this course aims to bring it to the forefront. <\/p>\n
Zombies in Popular Media: Columbia College- Chicago<\/strong><\/h4>\nEvery year it seems like there are more and more movies about zombies. What is the fascination with these fictional creatures? Students at Columbia College can take this course and become zombie experts. <\/p>\n
Food and Drink<\/strong><\/h1>\nEverybody has to eat, so why not learn more about it from these courses?<\/p>\n
Food and Power in the Twentieth Century: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nIn this course, students learn how sometimes having all the food means having all the power. <\/p>\n
Kitchen Chemistry: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents in this course will learn how to turn their kitchens into their own private laboratories, teaching them not only about science but about cooking as well.<\/p>\n
Cultural Aspects of Food: Oneonta College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDo foods from your childhood elicit specific emotions from you? This course will delve into what the cultural connections we have with food are and why these relationships are so strong. <\/p>\n
Campus Culture and Drinking: Duke University<\/strong><\/h4>\nAs many students may have been sad to learn, this course doesn\u2019t encourage students to go get trashed, instead of asking them to more carefully consider the social and cultural aspects of drinking on campus.<\/p>\n
From Bean to Bar: The History, Politics, & Taste of Chocolate: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nChocoholics can take their love of the sweet substance one step further and learn how it goes from the field, gets processed and ends up in their mouths. <\/p>\n
Maple Syrup: The Real Thing: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile most students won\u2019t be pursuing a career as a maple syrup maker, this course offers to teach them everything they need to know about the business, should they decide they need a career change.<\/p>\n
Life Skills<\/strong><\/h1>\nCollege doesn\u2019t just have to be academic, as these courses that provide valuable life lessons prove.<\/p>\n
Tightwaddery, or The Good Life on a Dollar a Day: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the title might elicit some laughs, this course offers some sage advice on breaking the bonds of consumerism and fighting back against the status quo. And if that isn\u2019t part of a well-rounded college education then what is? <\/p>\n
Finding Dates Worth Keeping: University of Sioux Falls<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who find themselves constantly falling in love (or just in bed) with Mr. or Mrs. Wrong can take this course to learn to make better dating decisions. <\/p>\n
Field Equipment Operation: University of California, Davis<\/strong><\/h4>\nIt might have a fancy title, but this class gets down and dirty with teaching students how to drive a tractor. <\/p>\n
Getting Dressed: Princeton University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile many students wouldn\u2019t have made it to college without some idea of how to get dressed in the morning, this class takes it one step further and takes a look at what it really means <\/em>to wear those Uggs or backwards baseball cap. <\/p>\nBiblical Model for Home and Family: Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere you\u2019ll find a female-only course that will make all but the most traditional women bristle. With lessons on how to properly serve your husband and bake cookies, it\u2019s useful, no doubt\u2013but the lack of a male counterpart course is questionable.<\/p>\n
Furniture Making: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you might already feel like you know how to build furniture after a few intense Ikea assemblies, this course will teach you more in-depth ways of building just about anything around the home. <\/p>\n
How to Learn (Almost) Anything: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might seem odd to take a course on how to learn from the rest of your courses, this practical class from MIT asks students to use technology and tools to stretch their minds. <\/p>\n
Miscellaneous<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses touch on a wide range of interesting, if not always normal, subject matter.<\/p>\n
Nonviolent Responses to Terrorism: Swarthmore College<\/strong><\/h4>\nNews reports tell that most students today don\u2019t even know what year 9\/11 happened. With the memory of terrorism in the distant past (or so it seems) this course seems more and more relevant as anger fades and the American public grows tired of conflict.<\/p>\n
Stupidity: Occidental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat better topic to rail against at college than stupidity? This course examines it at depth from literary, social and philosophical perspectives. <\/p>\n
Daylighting: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course doesn\u2019t refer to the opposite of moonlighting, it is designed to help students learn how to better light things with, what else, the sun. <\/p>\n
Yes, some of these courses teeter between useful knowledge and just plain silly. Many however, offer great educational opportunities, even though the name doesn’t exactly reflect it. <\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Source: OnlineUniversities.com, 100 Hilarious College Courses that Really Exist<\/a><\/p>\n
While math and street-fighting aren\u2019t two things that logically fall together, this course shows students that there is a way to analyze fighting through a mathematical pattern\u2013something that might get you beat up in the first place.<\/p>\n
Games and Civic Engagement: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nLearn about the role video games might play in the future of education and community programs through this course. <\/p>\n
Philosophy<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses promise to help you think deeply about philosophical and religious issues while often using pop culture as a reference point.<\/p>\n
The Simpsons and Philosophy: University of California, Berkeley<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the Simpsons may appear to be just good entertainment, this course shows the deeper philosophical issues under all those “d\u2019ohs.” <\/p>\n
Philosophy and Star Trek: Georgetown University<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who take this class will not only get to watch Star Trek, but delve into the issues the show discusses like time travel, a sense of reality, free will and more. <\/p>\n
Star Trek and Religion: U of Indiana<\/strong><\/h4>\nLook at religion through the lens of the Star Trek world, with discussions that address both supporting and criticizing religion. <\/p>\n
Myth and Science Fiction: Star Wars, The Matrix, and Lord of the Rings: Centre College<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore larger issues of myth and speculative fiction through these popular movies. <\/p>\n
Taking Marx Seriously: Amherst University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThe oddest thing about this course\u2019s name is that it implies that people haven\u2019t been taking Marx seriously, odd considering the antipathy towards the economist and social theorist since the Cold War. <\/p>\n
Music<\/strong><\/h1>\nExplore music from some different perspectives in these courses.<\/p>\n
Queer Musicology: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nAccording to this course, those who are homosexual create and experience music differently than their straight counterparts. While many experts in the field see this as a growing field of study, most outside were quite critical when this course was introduced in the 90s. <\/p>\n
History of Electronic Dance Music: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you love clubbing or just the thudding beats of dance music, you can learn more about where it came from and where it\u2019s going in this course. <\/p>\n
The Beatles: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nTrue Beatles fans can learn everything there is to know about the band in this course, though unfortunately there is no extra credit for mastering their catalog on Expert on Rock Band. <\/p>\n
Nuthin\u2019 but a \u2018G\u2019 Thang: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nEmbrace your inner thug with this course that explores the history of gangsta rap. <\/p>\n
Introduction to Turntablism: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who have dreamt of being great DJs can add to their college experience by taking this class on the art and business of operating the turntable.<\/p>\n
Visual Arts<\/strong><\/h1>\nFrom video games to horror films, these courses help college students analyze visual culture.<\/p>\n
Underwater Basket Weaving: Reed College<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere it is, the course that has been the butt of numerous jokes about the declining quality of college education in America. Yes, it really exists and you can take it at this school and others for credit. <\/p>\n
Muppet Magic: Jim Henson\u2019s Art: UC Santa Cruz<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore the fine art of elaborate puppetry through this course.<\/p>\n
Dirty Pictures: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nTake a look at the history and art of sexy, dirty and explicit photos in this course. <\/p>\n
The Horror Film in Context: Bowodin College<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you love a good scare, consider this course at Bowdoin to gain a better understanding of the format of the horror film. <\/p>\n
The Road Movie: Barnard College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFrom Easy Rider <\/em>to Thelma and Louise, <\/em>this course looks at the road trip movie and the concept of the journey. Curiously omitted was the college age favorite Road Trip.<\/em> <\/p>\nThe Art of Sin and the Sin of Art: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course will look not only at controversial artwork but also at the practice of creating art and its moral implications. <\/p>\n
The Art of Warcraft: A Closer Look at the Virtual World Phenomenon: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, nerds and artists alike can learn about the aesthetics of the video game world.<\/p>\n
Physical Education and Recreation<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses help students all over the nation stay in shape and get active.<\/p>\n
PE for ME: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course is pretty much phys ed for nerds, using physical activity to teach lessons about mechanical engineering. <\/p>\n
Xtreme Lit: Northern Illinois University<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you like to get totally extreme, then this course would be for you, asking students to engage in sometimes adventurous recreational activities while reading authors who loved the great outdoors. <\/p>\n
Whitewater Skills: West Virginia University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat would college be without learning how to manage some rapids? This course offers to teach students just that.<\/p>\n
Circus Stunts: Triton College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you want to join the circus or just need a more interesting workout, this course can teach you all kinds of acrobatics. <\/p>\n
The Art of Walking: Centre College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you would think that most able-bodied students would know how to walk by the time they entered college, this course hopes to teach them to do it better, and more consciously. <\/p>\n
Tree Climbing: Cornell University<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who never learned to climb a tree as a child can now receive college-level education on the subject through this course. <\/p>\n
American Golf: Aristocratic Pastime or the People\u2019s Game?: Carnegie Mellon<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, students learn about the history and social aspects of golf. <\/p>\n
Knitting for Noobs: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFor many students, it\u2019s totally worth the cost of a college course to learn how to knit a few scarves.<\/p>\n
Golf Course Management: Tarleton State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis practical course will teach students how to take care of those greens and pesky sand traps. <\/p>\n
Popular Culture<\/strong><\/h1>\nFocusing on popular culture phenomena and icons, these courses catch a lot of guff for their seemingly superficial subject matter.<\/p>\n
Oprah Winfrey: The Tycoon: University of Illinois, Urbana<\/strong><\/h4>\n While no longer offered, this course gave students a chance to look deep into the life of one of the most successful and recognizable women in the world.<\/p>\n
How to Watch Television: Montclair University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThough most of us are pretty adept at turning on the TV and vegging out, this course aims to teach students how to watch TV actively.<\/p>\n
Through the Darkness of Future-Past: An Exploration of David Lynch\u2019s Twin Peaks: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDelve into the weird world of this TV cult classic in this course.<\/p>\n
Breaking the Rules: An Intellectual Discussion of Fight Club: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile perhaps not the newest movie, this film (and the book it\u2019s based upon, presumably) still elicits enough interest to have a course that talks all about the issues addressed within it. <\/p>\n
Video Game History: Rise of a New Medium: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you loved your NES back in the day or can\u2019t get enough X Box, this course teaches students about the history of games and where they\u2019re headed in the future.<\/p>\n
The Future is Lost: TV Series as Cultural Phenomenon: Tufts University<\/strong><\/h4>\nSome people might feel that Lost deserves its own course just because it\u2019s so darn hard to figure out what\u2019s happening in the series, but this course goes deeper, examining the popularity of shows like this and their expansion into other media. <\/p>\n
Goldberg\u2019s Canon: Makin\u2019 Whoopi: Bates College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile not offered since 2004, this course was the first and only to examine the sometimes controversial public persona of this comedienne, actress and now daytime talk show host. <\/p>\n
Chosen: Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThose who were addicted to Buffy can now examine the series in-depth through the material presented in this course.<\/p>\n
The Office: Awesome, Awkward, & Addicting: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nLet\u2019s hope this course on the popular show isn\u2019t nearly as uncomfortable to watch. <\/p>\n
Calvin & Hobbes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis iconic comic was much more than just simple Saturday morning entertainment\u2013or so this course aims to show. <\/p>\n
Superheroes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat do superheroes really mean in our culture? Why create such figures? This course examines this and a myriad of other issues. <\/p>\n
American Pro Wrestling: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the words “MIT” and “pro wrestling” may not be two you\u2019d bring together, this course asks students at the tech-savvy school to think about the cultural implications of the often-theatrical wrestling world. <\/p>\n
American Soap Operas: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat is it about soap operas that make them so addicting? Students at MIT get a chance to delve into the logic behind these series in this course. <\/p>\n
It\u2019s News to Me: the Role of Media in Your Life: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nMost of us may not even realize how big of a role the media plays in our lives, but this course aims to bring it to the forefront. <\/p>\n
Zombies in Popular Media: Columbia College- Chicago<\/strong><\/h4>\nEvery year it seems like there are more and more movies about zombies. What is the fascination with these fictional creatures? Students at Columbia College can take this course and become zombie experts. <\/p>\n
Food and Drink<\/strong><\/h1>\nEverybody has to eat, so why not learn more about it from these courses?<\/p>\n
Food and Power in the Twentieth Century: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nIn this course, students learn how sometimes having all the food means having all the power. <\/p>\n
Kitchen Chemistry: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents in this course will learn how to turn their kitchens into their own private laboratories, teaching them not only about science but about cooking as well.<\/p>\n
Cultural Aspects of Food: Oneonta College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDo foods from your childhood elicit specific emotions from you? This course will delve into what the cultural connections we have with food are and why these relationships are so strong. <\/p>\n
Campus Culture and Drinking: Duke University<\/strong><\/h4>\nAs many students may have been sad to learn, this course doesn\u2019t encourage students to go get trashed, instead of asking them to more carefully consider the social and cultural aspects of drinking on campus.<\/p>\n
From Bean to Bar: The History, Politics, & Taste of Chocolate: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nChocoholics can take their love of the sweet substance one step further and learn how it goes from the field, gets processed and ends up in their mouths. <\/p>\n
Maple Syrup: The Real Thing: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile most students won\u2019t be pursuing a career as a maple syrup maker, this course offers to teach them everything they need to know about the business, should they decide they need a career change.<\/p>\n
Life Skills<\/strong><\/h1>\nCollege doesn\u2019t just have to be academic, as these courses that provide valuable life lessons prove.<\/p>\n
Tightwaddery, or The Good Life on a Dollar a Day: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the title might elicit some laughs, this course offers some sage advice on breaking the bonds of consumerism and fighting back against the status quo. And if that isn\u2019t part of a well-rounded college education then what is? <\/p>\n
Finding Dates Worth Keeping: University of Sioux Falls<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who find themselves constantly falling in love (or just in bed) with Mr. or Mrs. Wrong can take this course to learn to make better dating decisions. <\/p>\n
Field Equipment Operation: University of California, Davis<\/strong><\/h4>\nIt might have a fancy title, but this class gets down and dirty with teaching students how to drive a tractor. <\/p>\n
Getting Dressed: Princeton University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile many students wouldn\u2019t have made it to college without some idea of how to get dressed in the morning, this class takes it one step further and takes a look at what it really means <\/em>to wear those Uggs or backwards baseball cap. <\/p>\nBiblical Model for Home and Family: Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere you\u2019ll find a female-only course that will make all but the most traditional women bristle. With lessons on how to properly serve your husband and bake cookies, it\u2019s useful, no doubt\u2013but the lack of a male counterpart course is questionable.<\/p>\n
Furniture Making: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you might already feel like you know how to build furniture after a few intense Ikea assemblies, this course will teach you more in-depth ways of building just about anything around the home. <\/p>\n
How to Learn (Almost) Anything: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might seem odd to take a course on how to learn from the rest of your courses, this practical class from MIT asks students to use technology and tools to stretch their minds. <\/p>\n
Miscellaneous<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses touch on a wide range of interesting, if not always normal, subject matter.<\/p>\n
Nonviolent Responses to Terrorism: Swarthmore College<\/strong><\/h4>\nNews reports tell that most students today don\u2019t even know what year 9\/11 happened. With the memory of terrorism in the distant past (or so it seems) this course seems more and more relevant as anger fades and the American public grows tired of conflict.<\/p>\n
Stupidity: Occidental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat better topic to rail against at college than stupidity? This course examines it at depth from literary, social and philosophical perspectives. <\/p>\n
Daylighting: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course doesn\u2019t refer to the opposite of moonlighting, it is designed to help students learn how to better light things with, what else, the sun. <\/p>\n
Yes, some of these courses teeter between useful knowledge and just plain silly. Many however, offer great educational opportunities, even though the name doesn’t exactly reflect it. <\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Source: OnlineUniversities.com, 100 Hilarious College Courses that Really Exist<\/a><\/p>\n
These courses promise to help you think deeply about philosophical and religious issues while often using pop culture as a reference point.<\/p>\n
The Simpsons and Philosophy: University of California, Berkeley<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the Simpsons may appear to be just good entertainment, this course shows the deeper philosophical issues under all those “d\u2019ohs.” <\/p>\n
Philosophy and Star Trek: Georgetown University<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who take this class will not only get to watch Star Trek, but delve into the issues the show discusses like time travel, a sense of reality, free will and more. <\/p>\n
Star Trek and Religion: U of Indiana<\/strong><\/h4>\nLook at religion through the lens of the Star Trek world, with discussions that address both supporting and criticizing religion. <\/p>\n
Myth and Science Fiction: Star Wars, The Matrix, and Lord of the Rings: Centre College<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore larger issues of myth and speculative fiction through these popular movies. <\/p>\n
Taking Marx Seriously: Amherst University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThe oddest thing about this course\u2019s name is that it implies that people haven\u2019t been taking Marx seriously, odd considering the antipathy towards the economist and social theorist since the Cold War. <\/p>\n
Music<\/strong><\/h1>\nExplore music from some different perspectives in these courses.<\/p>\n
Queer Musicology: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nAccording to this course, those who are homosexual create and experience music differently than their straight counterparts. While many experts in the field see this as a growing field of study, most outside were quite critical when this course was introduced in the 90s. <\/p>\n
History of Electronic Dance Music: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you love clubbing or just the thudding beats of dance music, you can learn more about where it came from and where it\u2019s going in this course. <\/p>\n
The Beatles: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nTrue Beatles fans can learn everything there is to know about the band in this course, though unfortunately there is no extra credit for mastering their catalog on Expert on Rock Band. <\/p>\n
Nuthin\u2019 but a \u2018G\u2019 Thang: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nEmbrace your inner thug with this course that explores the history of gangsta rap. <\/p>\n
Introduction to Turntablism: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who have dreamt of being great DJs can add to their college experience by taking this class on the art and business of operating the turntable.<\/p>\n
Visual Arts<\/strong><\/h1>\nFrom video games to horror films, these courses help college students analyze visual culture.<\/p>\n
Underwater Basket Weaving: Reed College<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere it is, the course that has been the butt of numerous jokes about the declining quality of college education in America. Yes, it really exists and you can take it at this school and others for credit. <\/p>\n
Muppet Magic: Jim Henson\u2019s Art: UC Santa Cruz<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore the fine art of elaborate puppetry through this course.<\/p>\n
Dirty Pictures: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nTake a look at the history and art of sexy, dirty and explicit photos in this course. <\/p>\n
The Horror Film in Context: Bowodin College<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you love a good scare, consider this course at Bowdoin to gain a better understanding of the format of the horror film. <\/p>\n
The Road Movie: Barnard College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFrom Easy Rider <\/em>to Thelma and Louise, <\/em>this course looks at the road trip movie and the concept of the journey. Curiously omitted was the college age favorite Road Trip.<\/em> <\/p>\nThe Art of Sin and the Sin of Art: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course will look not only at controversial artwork but also at the practice of creating art and its moral implications. <\/p>\n
The Art of Warcraft: A Closer Look at the Virtual World Phenomenon: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, nerds and artists alike can learn about the aesthetics of the video game world.<\/p>\n
Physical Education and Recreation<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses help students all over the nation stay in shape and get active.<\/p>\n
PE for ME: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course is pretty much phys ed for nerds, using physical activity to teach lessons about mechanical engineering. <\/p>\n
Xtreme Lit: Northern Illinois University<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you like to get totally extreme, then this course would be for you, asking students to engage in sometimes adventurous recreational activities while reading authors who loved the great outdoors. <\/p>\n
Whitewater Skills: West Virginia University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat would college be without learning how to manage some rapids? This course offers to teach students just that.<\/p>\n
Circus Stunts: Triton College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you want to join the circus or just need a more interesting workout, this course can teach you all kinds of acrobatics. <\/p>\n
The Art of Walking: Centre College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you would think that most able-bodied students would know how to walk by the time they entered college, this course hopes to teach them to do it better, and more consciously. <\/p>\n
Tree Climbing: Cornell University<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who never learned to climb a tree as a child can now receive college-level education on the subject through this course. <\/p>\n
American Golf: Aristocratic Pastime or the People\u2019s Game?: Carnegie Mellon<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, students learn about the history and social aspects of golf. <\/p>\n
Knitting for Noobs: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFor many students, it\u2019s totally worth the cost of a college course to learn how to knit a few scarves.<\/p>\n
Golf Course Management: Tarleton State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis practical course will teach students how to take care of those greens and pesky sand traps. <\/p>\n
Popular Culture<\/strong><\/h1>\nFocusing on popular culture phenomena and icons, these courses catch a lot of guff for their seemingly superficial subject matter.<\/p>\n
Oprah Winfrey: The Tycoon: University of Illinois, Urbana<\/strong><\/h4>\n While no longer offered, this course gave students a chance to look deep into the life of one of the most successful and recognizable women in the world.<\/p>\n
How to Watch Television: Montclair University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThough most of us are pretty adept at turning on the TV and vegging out, this course aims to teach students how to watch TV actively.<\/p>\n
Through the Darkness of Future-Past: An Exploration of David Lynch\u2019s Twin Peaks: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDelve into the weird world of this TV cult classic in this course.<\/p>\n
Breaking the Rules: An Intellectual Discussion of Fight Club: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile perhaps not the newest movie, this film (and the book it\u2019s based upon, presumably) still elicits enough interest to have a course that talks all about the issues addressed within it. <\/p>\n
Video Game History: Rise of a New Medium: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you loved your NES back in the day or can\u2019t get enough X Box, this course teaches students about the history of games and where they\u2019re headed in the future.<\/p>\n
The Future is Lost: TV Series as Cultural Phenomenon: Tufts University<\/strong><\/h4>\nSome people might feel that Lost deserves its own course just because it\u2019s so darn hard to figure out what\u2019s happening in the series, but this course goes deeper, examining the popularity of shows like this and their expansion into other media. <\/p>\n
Goldberg\u2019s Canon: Makin\u2019 Whoopi: Bates College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile not offered since 2004, this course was the first and only to examine the sometimes controversial public persona of this comedienne, actress and now daytime talk show host. <\/p>\n
Chosen: Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThose who were addicted to Buffy can now examine the series in-depth through the material presented in this course.<\/p>\n
The Office: Awesome, Awkward, & Addicting: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nLet\u2019s hope this course on the popular show isn\u2019t nearly as uncomfortable to watch. <\/p>\n
Calvin & Hobbes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis iconic comic was much more than just simple Saturday morning entertainment\u2013or so this course aims to show. <\/p>\n
Superheroes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat do superheroes really mean in our culture? Why create such figures? This course examines this and a myriad of other issues. <\/p>\n
American Pro Wrestling: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the words “MIT” and “pro wrestling” may not be two you\u2019d bring together, this course asks students at the tech-savvy school to think about the cultural implications of the often-theatrical wrestling world. <\/p>\n
American Soap Operas: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat is it about soap operas that make them so addicting? Students at MIT get a chance to delve into the logic behind these series in this course. <\/p>\n
It\u2019s News to Me: the Role of Media in Your Life: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nMost of us may not even realize how big of a role the media plays in our lives, but this course aims to bring it to the forefront. <\/p>\n
Zombies in Popular Media: Columbia College- Chicago<\/strong><\/h4>\nEvery year it seems like there are more and more movies about zombies. What is the fascination with these fictional creatures? Students at Columbia College can take this course and become zombie experts. <\/p>\n
Food and Drink<\/strong><\/h1>\nEverybody has to eat, so why not learn more about it from these courses?<\/p>\n
Food and Power in the Twentieth Century: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nIn this course, students learn how sometimes having all the food means having all the power. <\/p>\n
Kitchen Chemistry: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents in this course will learn how to turn their kitchens into their own private laboratories, teaching them not only about science but about cooking as well.<\/p>\n
Cultural Aspects of Food: Oneonta College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDo foods from your childhood elicit specific emotions from you? This course will delve into what the cultural connections we have with food are and why these relationships are so strong. <\/p>\n
Campus Culture and Drinking: Duke University<\/strong><\/h4>\nAs many students may have been sad to learn, this course doesn\u2019t encourage students to go get trashed, instead of asking them to more carefully consider the social and cultural aspects of drinking on campus.<\/p>\n
From Bean to Bar: The History, Politics, & Taste of Chocolate: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nChocoholics can take their love of the sweet substance one step further and learn how it goes from the field, gets processed and ends up in their mouths. <\/p>\n
Maple Syrup: The Real Thing: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile most students won\u2019t be pursuing a career as a maple syrup maker, this course offers to teach them everything they need to know about the business, should they decide they need a career change.<\/p>\n
Life Skills<\/strong><\/h1>\nCollege doesn\u2019t just have to be academic, as these courses that provide valuable life lessons prove.<\/p>\n
Tightwaddery, or The Good Life on a Dollar a Day: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the title might elicit some laughs, this course offers some sage advice on breaking the bonds of consumerism and fighting back against the status quo. And if that isn\u2019t part of a well-rounded college education then what is? <\/p>\n
Finding Dates Worth Keeping: University of Sioux Falls<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who find themselves constantly falling in love (or just in bed) with Mr. or Mrs. Wrong can take this course to learn to make better dating decisions. <\/p>\n
Field Equipment Operation: University of California, Davis<\/strong><\/h4>\nIt might have a fancy title, but this class gets down and dirty with teaching students how to drive a tractor. <\/p>\n
Getting Dressed: Princeton University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile many students wouldn\u2019t have made it to college without some idea of how to get dressed in the morning, this class takes it one step further and takes a look at what it really means <\/em>to wear those Uggs or backwards baseball cap. <\/p>\nBiblical Model for Home and Family: Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere you\u2019ll find a female-only course that will make all but the most traditional women bristle. With lessons on how to properly serve your husband and bake cookies, it\u2019s useful, no doubt\u2013but the lack of a male counterpart course is questionable.<\/p>\n
Furniture Making: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you might already feel like you know how to build furniture after a few intense Ikea assemblies, this course will teach you more in-depth ways of building just about anything around the home. <\/p>\n
How to Learn (Almost) Anything: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might seem odd to take a course on how to learn from the rest of your courses, this practical class from MIT asks students to use technology and tools to stretch their minds. <\/p>\n
Miscellaneous<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses touch on a wide range of interesting, if not always normal, subject matter.<\/p>\n
Nonviolent Responses to Terrorism: Swarthmore College<\/strong><\/h4>\nNews reports tell that most students today don\u2019t even know what year 9\/11 happened. With the memory of terrorism in the distant past (or so it seems) this course seems more and more relevant as anger fades and the American public grows tired of conflict.<\/p>\n
Stupidity: Occidental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat better topic to rail against at college than stupidity? This course examines it at depth from literary, social and philosophical perspectives. <\/p>\n
Daylighting: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course doesn\u2019t refer to the opposite of moonlighting, it is designed to help students learn how to better light things with, what else, the sun. <\/p>\n
Yes, some of these courses teeter between useful knowledge and just plain silly. Many however, offer great educational opportunities, even though the name doesn’t exactly reflect it. <\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Source: OnlineUniversities.com, 100 Hilarious College Courses that Really Exist<\/a><\/p>\n
Students who take this class will not only get to watch Star Trek, but delve into the issues the show discusses like time travel, a sense of reality, free will and more. <\/p>\n
Star Trek and Religion: U of Indiana<\/strong><\/h4>\nLook at religion through the lens of the Star Trek world, with discussions that address both supporting and criticizing religion. <\/p>\n
Myth and Science Fiction: Star Wars, The Matrix, and Lord of the Rings: Centre College<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore larger issues of myth and speculative fiction through these popular movies. <\/p>\n
Taking Marx Seriously: Amherst University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThe oddest thing about this course\u2019s name is that it implies that people haven\u2019t been taking Marx seriously, odd considering the antipathy towards the economist and social theorist since the Cold War. <\/p>\n
Music<\/strong><\/h1>\nExplore music from some different perspectives in these courses.<\/p>\n
Queer Musicology: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nAccording to this course, those who are homosexual create and experience music differently than their straight counterparts. While many experts in the field see this as a growing field of study, most outside were quite critical when this course was introduced in the 90s. <\/p>\n
History of Electronic Dance Music: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you love clubbing or just the thudding beats of dance music, you can learn more about where it came from and where it\u2019s going in this course. <\/p>\n
The Beatles: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nTrue Beatles fans can learn everything there is to know about the band in this course, though unfortunately there is no extra credit for mastering their catalog on Expert on Rock Band. <\/p>\n
Nuthin\u2019 but a \u2018G\u2019 Thang: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nEmbrace your inner thug with this course that explores the history of gangsta rap. <\/p>\n
Introduction to Turntablism: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who have dreamt of being great DJs can add to their college experience by taking this class on the art and business of operating the turntable.<\/p>\n
Visual Arts<\/strong><\/h1>\nFrom video games to horror films, these courses help college students analyze visual culture.<\/p>\n
Underwater Basket Weaving: Reed College<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere it is, the course that has been the butt of numerous jokes about the declining quality of college education in America. Yes, it really exists and you can take it at this school and others for credit. <\/p>\n
Muppet Magic: Jim Henson\u2019s Art: UC Santa Cruz<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore the fine art of elaborate puppetry through this course.<\/p>\n
Dirty Pictures: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nTake a look at the history and art of sexy, dirty and explicit photos in this course. <\/p>\n
The Horror Film in Context: Bowodin College<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you love a good scare, consider this course at Bowdoin to gain a better understanding of the format of the horror film. <\/p>\n
The Road Movie: Barnard College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFrom Easy Rider <\/em>to Thelma and Louise, <\/em>this course looks at the road trip movie and the concept of the journey. Curiously omitted was the college age favorite Road Trip.<\/em> <\/p>\nThe Art of Sin and the Sin of Art: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course will look not only at controversial artwork but also at the practice of creating art and its moral implications. <\/p>\n
The Art of Warcraft: A Closer Look at the Virtual World Phenomenon: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, nerds and artists alike can learn about the aesthetics of the video game world.<\/p>\n
Physical Education and Recreation<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses help students all over the nation stay in shape and get active.<\/p>\n
PE for ME: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course is pretty much phys ed for nerds, using physical activity to teach lessons about mechanical engineering. <\/p>\n
Xtreme Lit: Northern Illinois University<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you like to get totally extreme, then this course would be for you, asking students to engage in sometimes adventurous recreational activities while reading authors who loved the great outdoors. <\/p>\n
Whitewater Skills: West Virginia University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat would college be without learning how to manage some rapids? This course offers to teach students just that.<\/p>\n
Circus Stunts: Triton College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you want to join the circus or just need a more interesting workout, this course can teach you all kinds of acrobatics. <\/p>\n
The Art of Walking: Centre College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you would think that most able-bodied students would know how to walk by the time they entered college, this course hopes to teach them to do it better, and more consciously. <\/p>\n
Tree Climbing: Cornell University<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who never learned to climb a tree as a child can now receive college-level education on the subject through this course. <\/p>\n
American Golf: Aristocratic Pastime or the People\u2019s Game?: Carnegie Mellon<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, students learn about the history and social aspects of golf. <\/p>\n
Knitting for Noobs: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFor many students, it\u2019s totally worth the cost of a college course to learn how to knit a few scarves.<\/p>\n
Golf Course Management: Tarleton State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis practical course will teach students how to take care of those greens and pesky sand traps. <\/p>\n
Popular Culture<\/strong><\/h1>\nFocusing on popular culture phenomena and icons, these courses catch a lot of guff for their seemingly superficial subject matter.<\/p>\n
Oprah Winfrey: The Tycoon: University of Illinois, Urbana<\/strong><\/h4>\n While no longer offered, this course gave students a chance to look deep into the life of one of the most successful and recognizable women in the world.<\/p>\n
How to Watch Television: Montclair University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThough most of us are pretty adept at turning on the TV and vegging out, this course aims to teach students how to watch TV actively.<\/p>\n
Through the Darkness of Future-Past: An Exploration of David Lynch\u2019s Twin Peaks: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDelve into the weird world of this TV cult classic in this course.<\/p>\n
Breaking the Rules: An Intellectual Discussion of Fight Club: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile perhaps not the newest movie, this film (and the book it\u2019s based upon, presumably) still elicits enough interest to have a course that talks all about the issues addressed within it. <\/p>\n
Video Game History: Rise of a New Medium: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you loved your NES back in the day or can\u2019t get enough X Box, this course teaches students about the history of games and where they\u2019re headed in the future.<\/p>\n
The Future is Lost: TV Series as Cultural Phenomenon: Tufts University<\/strong><\/h4>\nSome people might feel that Lost deserves its own course just because it\u2019s so darn hard to figure out what\u2019s happening in the series, but this course goes deeper, examining the popularity of shows like this and their expansion into other media. <\/p>\n
Goldberg\u2019s Canon: Makin\u2019 Whoopi: Bates College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile not offered since 2004, this course was the first and only to examine the sometimes controversial public persona of this comedienne, actress and now daytime talk show host. <\/p>\n
Chosen: Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThose who were addicted to Buffy can now examine the series in-depth through the material presented in this course.<\/p>\n
The Office: Awesome, Awkward, & Addicting: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nLet\u2019s hope this course on the popular show isn\u2019t nearly as uncomfortable to watch. <\/p>\n
Calvin & Hobbes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis iconic comic was much more than just simple Saturday morning entertainment\u2013or so this course aims to show. <\/p>\n
Superheroes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat do superheroes really mean in our culture? Why create such figures? This course examines this and a myriad of other issues. <\/p>\n
American Pro Wrestling: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the words “MIT” and “pro wrestling” may not be two you\u2019d bring together, this course asks students at the tech-savvy school to think about the cultural implications of the often-theatrical wrestling world. <\/p>\n
American Soap Operas: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat is it about soap operas that make them so addicting? Students at MIT get a chance to delve into the logic behind these series in this course. <\/p>\n
It\u2019s News to Me: the Role of Media in Your Life: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nMost of us may not even realize how big of a role the media plays in our lives, but this course aims to bring it to the forefront. <\/p>\n
Zombies in Popular Media: Columbia College- Chicago<\/strong><\/h4>\nEvery year it seems like there are more and more movies about zombies. What is the fascination with these fictional creatures? Students at Columbia College can take this course and become zombie experts. <\/p>\n
Food and Drink<\/strong><\/h1>\nEverybody has to eat, so why not learn more about it from these courses?<\/p>\n
Food and Power in the Twentieth Century: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nIn this course, students learn how sometimes having all the food means having all the power. <\/p>\n
Kitchen Chemistry: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents in this course will learn how to turn their kitchens into their own private laboratories, teaching them not only about science but about cooking as well.<\/p>\n
Cultural Aspects of Food: Oneonta College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDo foods from your childhood elicit specific emotions from you? This course will delve into what the cultural connections we have with food are and why these relationships are so strong. <\/p>\n
Campus Culture and Drinking: Duke University<\/strong><\/h4>\nAs many students may have been sad to learn, this course doesn\u2019t encourage students to go get trashed, instead of asking them to more carefully consider the social and cultural aspects of drinking on campus.<\/p>\n
From Bean to Bar: The History, Politics, & Taste of Chocolate: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nChocoholics can take their love of the sweet substance one step further and learn how it goes from the field, gets processed and ends up in their mouths. <\/p>\n
Maple Syrup: The Real Thing: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile most students won\u2019t be pursuing a career as a maple syrup maker, this course offers to teach them everything they need to know about the business, should they decide they need a career change.<\/p>\n
Life Skills<\/strong><\/h1>\nCollege doesn\u2019t just have to be academic, as these courses that provide valuable life lessons prove.<\/p>\n
Tightwaddery, or The Good Life on a Dollar a Day: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the title might elicit some laughs, this course offers some sage advice on breaking the bonds of consumerism and fighting back against the status quo. And if that isn\u2019t part of a well-rounded college education then what is? <\/p>\n
Finding Dates Worth Keeping: University of Sioux Falls<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who find themselves constantly falling in love (or just in bed) with Mr. or Mrs. Wrong can take this course to learn to make better dating decisions. <\/p>\n
Field Equipment Operation: University of California, Davis<\/strong><\/h4>\nIt might have a fancy title, but this class gets down and dirty with teaching students how to drive a tractor. <\/p>\n
Getting Dressed: Princeton University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile many students wouldn\u2019t have made it to college without some idea of how to get dressed in the morning, this class takes it one step further and takes a look at what it really means <\/em>to wear those Uggs or backwards baseball cap. <\/p>\nBiblical Model for Home and Family: Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere you\u2019ll find a female-only course that will make all but the most traditional women bristle. With lessons on how to properly serve your husband and bake cookies, it\u2019s useful, no doubt\u2013but the lack of a male counterpart course is questionable.<\/p>\n
Furniture Making: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you might already feel like you know how to build furniture after a few intense Ikea assemblies, this course will teach you more in-depth ways of building just about anything around the home. <\/p>\n
How to Learn (Almost) Anything: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might seem odd to take a course on how to learn from the rest of your courses, this practical class from MIT asks students to use technology and tools to stretch their minds. <\/p>\n
Miscellaneous<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses touch on a wide range of interesting, if not always normal, subject matter.<\/p>\n
Nonviolent Responses to Terrorism: Swarthmore College<\/strong><\/h4>\nNews reports tell that most students today don\u2019t even know what year 9\/11 happened. With the memory of terrorism in the distant past (or so it seems) this course seems more and more relevant as anger fades and the American public grows tired of conflict.<\/p>\n
Stupidity: Occidental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat better topic to rail against at college than stupidity? This course examines it at depth from literary, social and philosophical perspectives. <\/p>\n
Daylighting: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course doesn\u2019t refer to the opposite of moonlighting, it is designed to help students learn how to better light things with, what else, the sun. <\/p>\n
Yes, some of these courses teeter between useful knowledge and just plain silly. Many however, offer great educational opportunities, even though the name doesn’t exactly reflect it. <\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Source: OnlineUniversities.com, 100 Hilarious College Courses that Really Exist<\/a><\/p>\n
Explore larger issues of myth and speculative fiction through these popular movies. <\/p>\n
Taking Marx Seriously: Amherst University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThe oddest thing about this course\u2019s name is that it implies that people haven\u2019t been taking Marx seriously, odd considering the antipathy towards the economist and social theorist since the Cold War. <\/p>\n
Music<\/strong><\/h1>\nExplore music from some different perspectives in these courses.<\/p>\n
Queer Musicology: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nAccording to this course, those who are homosexual create and experience music differently than their straight counterparts. While many experts in the field see this as a growing field of study, most outside were quite critical when this course was introduced in the 90s. <\/p>\n
History of Electronic Dance Music: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you love clubbing or just the thudding beats of dance music, you can learn more about where it came from and where it\u2019s going in this course. <\/p>\n
The Beatles: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nTrue Beatles fans can learn everything there is to know about the band in this course, though unfortunately there is no extra credit for mastering their catalog on Expert on Rock Band. <\/p>\n
Nuthin\u2019 but a \u2018G\u2019 Thang: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nEmbrace your inner thug with this course that explores the history of gangsta rap. <\/p>\n
Introduction to Turntablism: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who have dreamt of being great DJs can add to their college experience by taking this class on the art and business of operating the turntable.<\/p>\n
Visual Arts<\/strong><\/h1>\nFrom video games to horror films, these courses help college students analyze visual culture.<\/p>\n
Underwater Basket Weaving: Reed College<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere it is, the course that has been the butt of numerous jokes about the declining quality of college education in America. Yes, it really exists and you can take it at this school and others for credit. <\/p>\n
Muppet Magic: Jim Henson\u2019s Art: UC Santa Cruz<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore the fine art of elaborate puppetry through this course.<\/p>\n
Dirty Pictures: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nTake a look at the history and art of sexy, dirty and explicit photos in this course. <\/p>\n
The Horror Film in Context: Bowodin College<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you love a good scare, consider this course at Bowdoin to gain a better understanding of the format of the horror film. <\/p>\n
The Road Movie: Barnard College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFrom Easy Rider <\/em>to Thelma and Louise, <\/em>this course looks at the road trip movie and the concept of the journey. Curiously omitted was the college age favorite Road Trip.<\/em> <\/p>\nThe Art of Sin and the Sin of Art: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course will look not only at controversial artwork but also at the practice of creating art and its moral implications. <\/p>\n
The Art of Warcraft: A Closer Look at the Virtual World Phenomenon: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, nerds and artists alike can learn about the aesthetics of the video game world.<\/p>\n
Physical Education and Recreation<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses help students all over the nation stay in shape and get active.<\/p>\n
PE for ME: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course is pretty much phys ed for nerds, using physical activity to teach lessons about mechanical engineering. <\/p>\n
Xtreme Lit: Northern Illinois University<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you like to get totally extreme, then this course would be for you, asking students to engage in sometimes adventurous recreational activities while reading authors who loved the great outdoors. <\/p>\n
Whitewater Skills: West Virginia University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat would college be without learning how to manage some rapids? This course offers to teach students just that.<\/p>\n
Circus Stunts: Triton College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you want to join the circus or just need a more interesting workout, this course can teach you all kinds of acrobatics. <\/p>\n
The Art of Walking: Centre College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you would think that most able-bodied students would know how to walk by the time they entered college, this course hopes to teach them to do it better, and more consciously. <\/p>\n
Tree Climbing: Cornell University<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who never learned to climb a tree as a child can now receive college-level education on the subject through this course. <\/p>\n
American Golf: Aristocratic Pastime or the People\u2019s Game?: Carnegie Mellon<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, students learn about the history and social aspects of golf. <\/p>\n
Knitting for Noobs: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFor many students, it\u2019s totally worth the cost of a college course to learn how to knit a few scarves.<\/p>\n
Golf Course Management: Tarleton State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis practical course will teach students how to take care of those greens and pesky sand traps. <\/p>\n
Popular Culture<\/strong><\/h1>\nFocusing on popular culture phenomena and icons, these courses catch a lot of guff for their seemingly superficial subject matter.<\/p>\n
Oprah Winfrey: The Tycoon: University of Illinois, Urbana<\/strong><\/h4>\n While no longer offered, this course gave students a chance to look deep into the life of one of the most successful and recognizable women in the world.<\/p>\n
How to Watch Television: Montclair University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThough most of us are pretty adept at turning on the TV and vegging out, this course aims to teach students how to watch TV actively.<\/p>\n
Through the Darkness of Future-Past: An Exploration of David Lynch\u2019s Twin Peaks: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDelve into the weird world of this TV cult classic in this course.<\/p>\n
Breaking the Rules: An Intellectual Discussion of Fight Club: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile perhaps not the newest movie, this film (and the book it\u2019s based upon, presumably) still elicits enough interest to have a course that talks all about the issues addressed within it. <\/p>\n
Video Game History: Rise of a New Medium: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you loved your NES back in the day or can\u2019t get enough X Box, this course teaches students about the history of games and where they\u2019re headed in the future.<\/p>\n
The Future is Lost: TV Series as Cultural Phenomenon: Tufts University<\/strong><\/h4>\nSome people might feel that Lost deserves its own course just because it\u2019s so darn hard to figure out what\u2019s happening in the series, but this course goes deeper, examining the popularity of shows like this and their expansion into other media. <\/p>\n
Goldberg\u2019s Canon: Makin\u2019 Whoopi: Bates College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile not offered since 2004, this course was the first and only to examine the sometimes controversial public persona of this comedienne, actress and now daytime talk show host. <\/p>\n
Chosen: Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThose who were addicted to Buffy can now examine the series in-depth through the material presented in this course.<\/p>\n
The Office: Awesome, Awkward, & Addicting: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nLet\u2019s hope this course on the popular show isn\u2019t nearly as uncomfortable to watch. <\/p>\n
Calvin & Hobbes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis iconic comic was much more than just simple Saturday morning entertainment\u2013or so this course aims to show. <\/p>\n
Superheroes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat do superheroes really mean in our culture? Why create such figures? This course examines this and a myriad of other issues. <\/p>\n
American Pro Wrestling: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the words “MIT” and “pro wrestling” may not be two you\u2019d bring together, this course asks students at the tech-savvy school to think about the cultural implications of the often-theatrical wrestling world. <\/p>\n
American Soap Operas: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat is it about soap operas that make them so addicting? Students at MIT get a chance to delve into the logic behind these series in this course. <\/p>\n
It\u2019s News to Me: the Role of Media in Your Life: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nMost of us may not even realize how big of a role the media plays in our lives, but this course aims to bring it to the forefront. <\/p>\n
Zombies in Popular Media: Columbia College- Chicago<\/strong><\/h4>\nEvery year it seems like there are more and more movies about zombies. What is the fascination with these fictional creatures? Students at Columbia College can take this course and become zombie experts. <\/p>\n
Food and Drink<\/strong><\/h1>\nEverybody has to eat, so why not learn more about it from these courses?<\/p>\n
Food and Power in the Twentieth Century: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nIn this course, students learn how sometimes having all the food means having all the power. <\/p>\n
Kitchen Chemistry: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents in this course will learn how to turn their kitchens into their own private laboratories, teaching them not only about science but about cooking as well.<\/p>\n
Cultural Aspects of Food: Oneonta College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDo foods from your childhood elicit specific emotions from you? This course will delve into what the cultural connections we have with food are and why these relationships are so strong. <\/p>\n
Campus Culture and Drinking: Duke University<\/strong><\/h4>\nAs many students may have been sad to learn, this course doesn\u2019t encourage students to go get trashed, instead of asking them to more carefully consider the social and cultural aspects of drinking on campus.<\/p>\n
From Bean to Bar: The History, Politics, & Taste of Chocolate: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nChocoholics can take their love of the sweet substance one step further and learn how it goes from the field, gets processed and ends up in their mouths. <\/p>\n
Maple Syrup: The Real Thing: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile most students won\u2019t be pursuing a career as a maple syrup maker, this course offers to teach them everything they need to know about the business, should they decide they need a career change.<\/p>\n
Life Skills<\/strong><\/h1>\nCollege doesn\u2019t just have to be academic, as these courses that provide valuable life lessons prove.<\/p>\n
Tightwaddery, or The Good Life on a Dollar a Day: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the title might elicit some laughs, this course offers some sage advice on breaking the bonds of consumerism and fighting back against the status quo. And if that isn\u2019t part of a well-rounded college education then what is? <\/p>\n
Finding Dates Worth Keeping: University of Sioux Falls<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who find themselves constantly falling in love (or just in bed) with Mr. or Mrs. Wrong can take this course to learn to make better dating decisions. <\/p>\n
Field Equipment Operation: University of California, Davis<\/strong><\/h4>\nIt might have a fancy title, but this class gets down and dirty with teaching students how to drive a tractor. <\/p>\n
Getting Dressed: Princeton University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile many students wouldn\u2019t have made it to college without some idea of how to get dressed in the morning, this class takes it one step further and takes a look at what it really means <\/em>to wear those Uggs or backwards baseball cap. <\/p>\nBiblical Model for Home and Family: Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere you\u2019ll find a female-only course that will make all but the most traditional women bristle. With lessons on how to properly serve your husband and bake cookies, it\u2019s useful, no doubt\u2013but the lack of a male counterpart course is questionable.<\/p>\n
Furniture Making: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you might already feel like you know how to build furniture after a few intense Ikea assemblies, this course will teach you more in-depth ways of building just about anything around the home. <\/p>\n
How to Learn (Almost) Anything: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might seem odd to take a course on how to learn from the rest of your courses, this practical class from MIT asks students to use technology and tools to stretch their minds. <\/p>\n
Miscellaneous<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses touch on a wide range of interesting, if not always normal, subject matter.<\/p>\n
Nonviolent Responses to Terrorism: Swarthmore College<\/strong><\/h4>\nNews reports tell that most students today don\u2019t even know what year 9\/11 happened. With the memory of terrorism in the distant past (or so it seems) this course seems more and more relevant as anger fades and the American public grows tired of conflict.<\/p>\n
Stupidity: Occidental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat better topic to rail against at college than stupidity? This course examines it at depth from literary, social and philosophical perspectives. <\/p>\n
Daylighting: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course doesn\u2019t refer to the opposite of moonlighting, it is designed to help students learn how to better light things with, what else, the sun. <\/p>\n
Yes, some of these courses teeter between useful knowledge and just plain silly. Many however, offer great educational opportunities, even though the name doesn’t exactly reflect it. <\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Source: OnlineUniversities.com, 100 Hilarious College Courses that Really Exist<\/a><\/p>\n
Explore music from some different perspectives in these courses.<\/p>\n
Queer Musicology: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nAccording to this course, those who are homosexual create and experience music differently than their straight counterparts. While many experts in the field see this as a growing field of study, most outside were quite critical when this course was introduced in the 90s. <\/p>\n
History of Electronic Dance Music: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you love clubbing or just the thudding beats of dance music, you can learn more about where it came from and where it\u2019s going in this course. <\/p>\n
The Beatles: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nTrue Beatles fans can learn everything there is to know about the band in this course, though unfortunately there is no extra credit for mastering their catalog on Expert on Rock Band. <\/p>\n
Nuthin\u2019 but a \u2018G\u2019 Thang: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nEmbrace your inner thug with this course that explores the history of gangsta rap. <\/p>\n
Introduction to Turntablism: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who have dreamt of being great DJs can add to their college experience by taking this class on the art and business of operating the turntable.<\/p>\n
Visual Arts<\/strong><\/h1>\nFrom video games to horror films, these courses help college students analyze visual culture.<\/p>\n
Underwater Basket Weaving: Reed College<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere it is, the course that has been the butt of numerous jokes about the declining quality of college education in America. Yes, it really exists and you can take it at this school and others for credit. <\/p>\n
Muppet Magic: Jim Henson\u2019s Art: UC Santa Cruz<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore the fine art of elaborate puppetry through this course.<\/p>\n
Dirty Pictures: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nTake a look at the history and art of sexy, dirty and explicit photos in this course. <\/p>\n
The Horror Film in Context: Bowodin College<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you love a good scare, consider this course at Bowdoin to gain a better understanding of the format of the horror film. <\/p>\n
The Road Movie: Barnard College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFrom Easy Rider <\/em>to Thelma and Louise, <\/em>this course looks at the road trip movie and the concept of the journey. Curiously omitted was the college age favorite Road Trip.<\/em> <\/p>\nThe Art of Sin and the Sin of Art: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course will look not only at controversial artwork but also at the practice of creating art and its moral implications. <\/p>\n
The Art of Warcraft: A Closer Look at the Virtual World Phenomenon: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, nerds and artists alike can learn about the aesthetics of the video game world.<\/p>\n
Physical Education and Recreation<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses help students all over the nation stay in shape and get active.<\/p>\n
PE for ME: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course is pretty much phys ed for nerds, using physical activity to teach lessons about mechanical engineering. <\/p>\n
Xtreme Lit: Northern Illinois University<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you like to get totally extreme, then this course would be for you, asking students to engage in sometimes adventurous recreational activities while reading authors who loved the great outdoors. <\/p>\n
Whitewater Skills: West Virginia University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat would college be without learning how to manage some rapids? This course offers to teach students just that.<\/p>\n
Circus Stunts: Triton College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you want to join the circus or just need a more interesting workout, this course can teach you all kinds of acrobatics. <\/p>\n
The Art of Walking: Centre College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you would think that most able-bodied students would know how to walk by the time they entered college, this course hopes to teach them to do it better, and more consciously. <\/p>\n
Tree Climbing: Cornell University<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who never learned to climb a tree as a child can now receive college-level education on the subject through this course. <\/p>\n
American Golf: Aristocratic Pastime or the People\u2019s Game?: Carnegie Mellon<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, students learn about the history and social aspects of golf. <\/p>\n
Knitting for Noobs: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFor many students, it\u2019s totally worth the cost of a college course to learn how to knit a few scarves.<\/p>\n
Golf Course Management: Tarleton State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis practical course will teach students how to take care of those greens and pesky sand traps. <\/p>\n
Popular Culture<\/strong><\/h1>\nFocusing on popular culture phenomena and icons, these courses catch a lot of guff for their seemingly superficial subject matter.<\/p>\n
Oprah Winfrey: The Tycoon: University of Illinois, Urbana<\/strong><\/h4>\n While no longer offered, this course gave students a chance to look deep into the life of one of the most successful and recognizable women in the world.<\/p>\n
How to Watch Television: Montclair University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThough most of us are pretty adept at turning on the TV and vegging out, this course aims to teach students how to watch TV actively.<\/p>\n
Through the Darkness of Future-Past: An Exploration of David Lynch\u2019s Twin Peaks: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDelve into the weird world of this TV cult classic in this course.<\/p>\n
Breaking the Rules: An Intellectual Discussion of Fight Club: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile perhaps not the newest movie, this film (and the book it\u2019s based upon, presumably) still elicits enough interest to have a course that talks all about the issues addressed within it. <\/p>\n
Video Game History: Rise of a New Medium: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you loved your NES back in the day or can\u2019t get enough X Box, this course teaches students about the history of games and where they\u2019re headed in the future.<\/p>\n
The Future is Lost: TV Series as Cultural Phenomenon: Tufts University<\/strong><\/h4>\nSome people might feel that Lost deserves its own course just because it\u2019s so darn hard to figure out what\u2019s happening in the series, but this course goes deeper, examining the popularity of shows like this and their expansion into other media. <\/p>\n
Goldberg\u2019s Canon: Makin\u2019 Whoopi: Bates College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile not offered since 2004, this course was the first and only to examine the sometimes controversial public persona of this comedienne, actress and now daytime talk show host. <\/p>\n
Chosen: Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThose who were addicted to Buffy can now examine the series in-depth through the material presented in this course.<\/p>\n
The Office: Awesome, Awkward, & Addicting: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nLet\u2019s hope this course on the popular show isn\u2019t nearly as uncomfortable to watch. <\/p>\n
Calvin & Hobbes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis iconic comic was much more than just simple Saturday morning entertainment\u2013or so this course aims to show. <\/p>\n
Superheroes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat do superheroes really mean in our culture? Why create such figures? This course examines this and a myriad of other issues. <\/p>\n
American Pro Wrestling: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the words “MIT” and “pro wrestling” may not be two you\u2019d bring together, this course asks students at the tech-savvy school to think about the cultural implications of the often-theatrical wrestling world. <\/p>\n
American Soap Operas: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat is it about soap operas that make them so addicting? Students at MIT get a chance to delve into the logic behind these series in this course. <\/p>\n
It\u2019s News to Me: the Role of Media in Your Life: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nMost of us may not even realize how big of a role the media plays in our lives, but this course aims to bring it to the forefront. <\/p>\n
Zombies in Popular Media: Columbia College- Chicago<\/strong><\/h4>\nEvery year it seems like there are more and more movies about zombies. What is the fascination with these fictional creatures? Students at Columbia College can take this course and become zombie experts. <\/p>\n
Food and Drink<\/strong><\/h1>\nEverybody has to eat, so why not learn more about it from these courses?<\/p>\n
Food and Power in the Twentieth Century: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nIn this course, students learn how sometimes having all the food means having all the power. <\/p>\n
Kitchen Chemistry: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents in this course will learn how to turn their kitchens into their own private laboratories, teaching them not only about science but about cooking as well.<\/p>\n
Cultural Aspects of Food: Oneonta College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDo foods from your childhood elicit specific emotions from you? This course will delve into what the cultural connections we have with food are and why these relationships are so strong. <\/p>\n
Campus Culture and Drinking: Duke University<\/strong><\/h4>\nAs many students may have been sad to learn, this course doesn\u2019t encourage students to go get trashed, instead of asking them to more carefully consider the social and cultural aspects of drinking on campus.<\/p>\n
From Bean to Bar: The History, Politics, & Taste of Chocolate: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nChocoholics can take their love of the sweet substance one step further and learn how it goes from the field, gets processed and ends up in their mouths. <\/p>\n
Maple Syrup: The Real Thing: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile most students won\u2019t be pursuing a career as a maple syrup maker, this course offers to teach them everything they need to know about the business, should they decide they need a career change.<\/p>\n
Life Skills<\/strong><\/h1>\nCollege doesn\u2019t just have to be academic, as these courses that provide valuable life lessons prove.<\/p>\n
Tightwaddery, or The Good Life on a Dollar a Day: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the title might elicit some laughs, this course offers some sage advice on breaking the bonds of consumerism and fighting back against the status quo. And if that isn\u2019t part of a well-rounded college education then what is? <\/p>\n
Finding Dates Worth Keeping: University of Sioux Falls<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who find themselves constantly falling in love (or just in bed) with Mr. or Mrs. Wrong can take this course to learn to make better dating decisions. <\/p>\n
Field Equipment Operation: University of California, Davis<\/strong><\/h4>\nIt might have a fancy title, but this class gets down and dirty with teaching students how to drive a tractor. <\/p>\n
Getting Dressed: Princeton University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile many students wouldn\u2019t have made it to college without some idea of how to get dressed in the morning, this class takes it one step further and takes a look at what it really means <\/em>to wear those Uggs or backwards baseball cap. <\/p>\nBiblical Model for Home and Family: Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere you\u2019ll find a female-only course that will make all but the most traditional women bristle. With lessons on how to properly serve your husband and bake cookies, it\u2019s useful, no doubt\u2013but the lack of a male counterpart course is questionable.<\/p>\n
Furniture Making: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you might already feel like you know how to build furniture after a few intense Ikea assemblies, this course will teach you more in-depth ways of building just about anything around the home. <\/p>\n
How to Learn (Almost) Anything: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might seem odd to take a course on how to learn from the rest of your courses, this practical class from MIT asks students to use technology and tools to stretch their minds. <\/p>\n
Miscellaneous<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses touch on a wide range of interesting, if not always normal, subject matter.<\/p>\n
Nonviolent Responses to Terrorism: Swarthmore College<\/strong><\/h4>\nNews reports tell that most students today don\u2019t even know what year 9\/11 happened. With the memory of terrorism in the distant past (or so it seems) this course seems more and more relevant as anger fades and the American public grows tired of conflict.<\/p>\n
Stupidity: Occidental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat better topic to rail against at college than stupidity? This course examines it at depth from literary, social and philosophical perspectives. <\/p>\n
Daylighting: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course doesn\u2019t refer to the opposite of moonlighting, it is designed to help students learn how to better light things with, what else, the sun. <\/p>\n
Yes, some of these courses teeter between useful knowledge and just plain silly. Many however, offer great educational opportunities, even though the name doesn’t exactly reflect it. <\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Source: OnlineUniversities.com, 100 Hilarious College Courses that Really Exist<\/a><\/p>\n
If you love clubbing or just the thudding beats of dance music, you can learn more about where it came from and where it\u2019s going in this course. <\/p>\n
The Beatles: University of California, Los Angeles<\/strong><\/h4>\nTrue Beatles fans can learn everything there is to know about the band in this course, though unfortunately there is no extra credit for mastering their catalog on Expert on Rock Band. <\/p>\n
Nuthin\u2019 but a \u2018G\u2019 Thang: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nEmbrace your inner thug with this course that explores the history of gangsta rap. <\/p>\n
Introduction to Turntablism: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who have dreamt of being great DJs can add to their college experience by taking this class on the art and business of operating the turntable.<\/p>\n
Visual Arts<\/strong><\/h1>\nFrom video games to horror films, these courses help college students analyze visual culture.<\/p>\n
Underwater Basket Weaving: Reed College<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere it is, the course that has been the butt of numerous jokes about the declining quality of college education in America. Yes, it really exists and you can take it at this school and others for credit. <\/p>\n
Muppet Magic: Jim Henson\u2019s Art: UC Santa Cruz<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore the fine art of elaborate puppetry through this course.<\/p>\n
Dirty Pictures: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nTake a look at the history and art of sexy, dirty and explicit photos in this course. <\/p>\n
The Horror Film in Context: Bowodin College<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you love a good scare, consider this course at Bowdoin to gain a better understanding of the format of the horror film. <\/p>\n
The Road Movie: Barnard College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFrom Easy Rider <\/em>to Thelma and Louise, <\/em>this course looks at the road trip movie and the concept of the journey. Curiously omitted was the college age favorite Road Trip.<\/em> <\/p>\nThe Art of Sin and the Sin of Art: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course will look not only at controversial artwork but also at the practice of creating art and its moral implications. <\/p>\n
The Art of Warcraft: A Closer Look at the Virtual World Phenomenon: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, nerds and artists alike can learn about the aesthetics of the video game world.<\/p>\n
Physical Education and Recreation<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses help students all over the nation stay in shape and get active.<\/p>\n
PE for ME: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course is pretty much phys ed for nerds, using physical activity to teach lessons about mechanical engineering. <\/p>\n
Xtreme Lit: Northern Illinois University<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you like to get totally extreme, then this course would be for you, asking students to engage in sometimes adventurous recreational activities while reading authors who loved the great outdoors. <\/p>\n
Whitewater Skills: West Virginia University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat would college be without learning how to manage some rapids? This course offers to teach students just that.<\/p>\n
Circus Stunts: Triton College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you want to join the circus or just need a more interesting workout, this course can teach you all kinds of acrobatics. <\/p>\n
The Art of Walking: Centre College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you would think that most able-bodied students would know how to walk by the time they entered college, this course hopes to teach them to do it better, and more consciously. <\/p>\n
Tree Climbing: Cornell University<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who never learned to climb a tree as a child can now receive college-level education on the subject through this course. <\/p>\n
American Golf: Aristocratic Pastime or the People\u2019s Game?: Carnegie Mellon<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, students learn about the history and social aspects of golf. <\/p>\n
Knitting for Noobs: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFor many students, it\u2019s totally worth the cost of a college course to learn how to knit a few scarves.<\/p>\n
Golf Course Management: Tarleton State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis practical course will teach students how to take care of those greens and pesky sand traps. <\/p>\n
Popular Culture<\/strong><\/h1>\nFocusing on popular culture phenomena and icons, these courses catch a lot of guff for their seemingly superficial subject matter.<\/p>\n
Oprah Winfrey: The Tycoon: University of Illinois, Urbana<\/strong><\/h4>\n While no longer offered, this course gave students a chance to look deep into the life of one of the most successful and recognizable women in the world.<\/p>\n
How to Watch Television: Montclair University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThough most of us are pretty adept at turning on the TV and vegging out, this course aims to teach students how to watch TV actively.<\/p>\n
Through the Darkness of Future-Past: An Exploration of David Lynch\u2019s Twin Peaks: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDelve into the weird world of this TV cult classic in this course.<\/p>\n
Breaking the Rules: An Intellectual Discussion of Fight Club: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile perhaps not the newest movie, this film (and the book it\u2019s based upon, presumably) still elicits enough interest to have a course that talks all about the issues addressed within it. <\/p>\n
Video Game History: Rise of a New Medium: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you loved your NES back in the day or can\u2019t get enough X Box, this course teaches students about the history of games and where they\u2019re headed in the future.<\/p>\n
The Future is Lost: TV Series as Cultural Phenomenon: Tufts University<\/strong><\/h4>\nSome people might feel that Lost deserves its own course just because it\u2019s so darn hard to figure out what\u2019s happening in the series, but this course goes deeper, examining the popularity of shows like this and their expansion into other media. <\/p>\n
Goldberg\u2019s Canon: Makin\u2019 Whoopi: Bates College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile not offered since 2004, this course was the first and only to examine the sometimes controversial public persona of this comedienne, actress and now daytime talk show host. <\/p>\n
Chosen: Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThose who were addicted to Buffy can now examine the series in-depth through the material presented in this course.<\/p>\n
The Office: Awesome, Awkward, & Addicting: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nLet\u2019s hope this course on the popular show isn\u2019t nearly as uncomfortable to watch. <\/p>\n
Calvin & Hobbes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis iconic comic was much more than just simple Saturday morning entertainment\u2013or so this course aims to show. <\/p>\n
Superheroes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat do superheroes really mean in our culture? Why create such figures? This course examines this and a myriad of other issues. <\/p>\n
American Pro Wrestling: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the words “MIT” and “pro wrestling” may not be two you\u2019d bring together, this course asks students at the tech-savvy school to think about the cultural implications of the often-theatrical wrestling world. <\/p>\n
American Soap Operas: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat is it about soap operas that make them so addicting? Students at MIT get a chance to delve into the logic behind these series in this course. <\/p>\n
It\u2019s News to Me: the Role of Media in Your Life: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nMost of us may not even realize how big of a role the media plays in our lives, but this course aims to bring it to the forefront. <\/p>\n
Zombies in Popular Media: Columbia College- Chicago<\/strong><\/h4>\nEvery year it seems like there are more and more movies about zombies. What is the fascination with these fictional creatures? Students at Columbia College can take this course and become zombie experts. <\/p>\n
Food and Drink<\/strong><\/h1>\nEverybody has to eat, so why not learn more about it from these courses?<\/p>\n
Food and Power in the Twentieth Century: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nIn this course, students learn how sometimes having all the food means having all the power. <\/p>\n
Kitchen Chemistry: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents in this course will learn how to turn their kitchens into their own private laboratories, teaching them not only about science but about cooking as well.<\/p>\n
Cultural Aspects of Food: Oneonta College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDo foods from your childhood elicit specific emotions from you? This course will delve into what the cultural connections we have with food are and why these relationships are so strong. <\/p>\n
Campus Culture and Drinking: Duke University<\/strong><\/h4>\nAs many students may have been sad to learn, this course doesn\u2019t encourage students to go get trashed, instead of asking them to more carefully consider the social and cultural aspects of drinking on campus.<\/p>\n
From Bean to Bar: The History, Politics, & Taste of Chocolate: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nChocoholics can take their love of the sweet substance one step further and learn how it goes from the field, gets processed and ends up in their mouths. <\/p>\n
Maple Syrup: The Real Thing: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile most students won\u2019t be pursuing a career as a maple syrup maker, this course offers to teach them everything they need to know about the business, should they decide they need a career change.<\/p>\n
Life Skills<\/strong><\/h1>\nCollege doesn\u2019t just have to be academic, as these courses that provide valuable life lessons prove.<\/p>\n
Tightwaddery, or The Good Life on a Dollar a Day: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the title might elicit some laughs, this course offers some sage advice on breaking the bonds of consumerism and fighting back against the status quo. And if that isn\u2019t part of a well-rounded college education then what is? <\/p>\n
Finding Dates Worth Keeping: University of Sioux Falls<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who find themselves constantly falling in love (or just in bed) with Mr. or Mrs. Wrong can take this course to learn to make better dating decisions. <\/p>\n
Field Equipment Operation: University of California, Davis<\/strong><\/h4>\nIt might have a fancy title, but this class gets down and dirty with teaching students how to drive a tractor. <\/p>\n
Getting Dressed: Princeton University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile many students wouldn\u2019t have made it to college without some idea of how to get dressed in the morning, this class takes it one step further and takes a look at what it really means <\/em>to wear those Uggs or backwards baseball cap. <\/p>\nBiblical Model for Home and Family: Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere you\u2019ll find a female-only course that will make all but the most traditional women bristle. With lessons on how to properly serve your husband and bake cookies, it\u2019s useful, no doubt\u2013but the lack of a male counterpart course is questionable.<\/p>\n
Furniture Making: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you might already feel like you know how to build furniture after a few intense Ikea assemblies, this course will teach you more in-depth ways of building just about anything around the home. <\/p>\n
How to Learn (Almost) Anything: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might seem odd to take a course on how to learn from the rest of your courses, this practical class from MIT asks students to use technology and tools to stretch their minds. <\/p>\n
Miscellaneous<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses touch on a wide range of interesting, if not always normal, subject matter.<\/p>\n
Nonviolent Responses to Terrorism: Swarthmore College<\/strong><\/h4>\nNews reports tell that most students today don\u2019t even know what year 9\/11 happened. With the memory of terrorism in the distant past (or so it seems) this course seems more and more relevant as anger fades and the American public grows tired of conflict.<\/p>\n
Stupidity: Occidental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat better topic to rail against at college than stupidity? This course examines it at depth from literary, social and philosophical perspectives. <\/p>\n
Daylighting: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course doesn\u2019t refer to the opposite of moonlighting, it is designed to help students learn how to better light things with, what else, the sun. <\/p>\n
Yes, some of these courses teeter between useful knowledge and just plain silly. Many however, offer great educational opportunities, even though the name doesn’t exactly reflect it. <\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Source: OnlineUniversities.com, 100 Hilarious College Courses that Really Exist<\/a><\/p>\n
Embrace your inner thug with this course that explores the history of gangsta rap. <\/p>\n
Introduction to Turntablism: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who have dreamt of being great DJs can add to their college experience by taking this class on the art and business of operating the turntable.<\/p>\n
Visual Arts<\/strong><\/h1>\nFrom video games to horror films, these courses help college students analyze visual culture.<\/p>\n
Underwater Basket Weaving: Reed College<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere it is, the course that has been the butt of numerous jokes about the declining quality of college education in America. Yes, it really exists and you can take it at this school and others for credit. <\/p>\n
Muppet Magic: Jim Henson\u2019s Art: UC Santa Cruz<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore the fine art of elaborate puppetry through this course.<\/p>\n
Dirty Pictures: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nTake a look at the history and art of sexy, dirty and explicit photos in this course. <\/p>\n
The Horror Film in Context: Bowodin College<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you love a good scare, consider this course at Bowdoin to gain a better understanding of the format of the horror film. <\/p>\n
The Road Movie: Barnard College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFrom Easy Rider <\/em>to Thelma and Louise, <\/em>this course looks at the road trip movie and the concept of the journey. Curiously omitted was the college age favorite Road Trip.<\/em> <\/p>\nThe Art of Sin and the Sin of Art: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course will look not only at controversial artwork but also at the practice of creating art and its moral implications. <\/p>\n
The Art of Warcraft: A Closer Look at the Virtual World Phenomenon: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, nerds and artists alike can learn about the aesthetics of the video game world.<\/p>\n
Physical Education and Recreation<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses help students all over the nation stay in shape and get active.<\/p>\n
PE for ME: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course is pretty much phys ed for nerds, using physical activity to teach lessons about mechanical engineering. <\/p>\n
Xtreme Lit: Northern Illinois University<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you like to get totally extreme, then this course would be for you, asking students to engage in sometimes adventurous recreational activities while reading authors who loved the great outdoors. <\/p>\n
Whitewater Skills: West Virginia University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat would college be without learning how to manage some rapids? This course offers to teach students just that.<\/p>\n
Circus Stunts: Triton College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you want to join the circus or just need a more interesting workout, this course can teach you all kinds of acrobatics. <\/p>\n
The Art of Walking: Centre College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you would think that most able-bodied students would know how to walk by the time they entered college, this course hopes to teach them to do it better, and more consciously. <\/p>\n
Tree Climbing: Cornell University<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who never learned to climb a tree as a child can now receive college-level education on the subject through this course. <\/p>\n
American Golf: Aristocratic Pastime or the People\u2019s Game?: Carnegie Mellon<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, students learn about the history and social aspects of golf. <\/p>\n
Knitting for Noobs: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFor many students, it\u2019s totally worth the cost of a college course to learn how to knit a few scarves.<\/p>\n
Golf Course Management: Tarleton State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis practical course will teach students how to take care of those greens and pesky sand traps. <\/p>\n
Popular Culture<\/strong><\/h1>\nFocusing on popular culture phenomena and icons, these courses catch a lot of guff for their seemingly superficial subject matter.<\/p>\n
Oprah Winfrey: The Tycoon: University of Illinois, Urbana<\/strong><\/h4>\n While no longer offered, this course gave students a chance to look deep into the life of one of the most successful and recognizable women in the world.<\/p>\n
How to Watch Television: Montclair University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThough most of us are pretty adept at turning on the TV and vegging out, this course aims to teach students how to watch TV actively.<\/p>\n
Through the Darkness of Future-Past: An Exploration of David Lynch\u2019s Twin Peaks: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDelve into the weird world of this TV cult classic in this course.<\/p>\n
Breaking the Rules: An Intellectual Discussion of Fight Club: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile perhaps not the newest movie, this film (and the book it\u2019s based upon, presumably) still elicits enough interest to have a course that talks all about the issues addressed within it. <\/p>\n
Video Game History: Rise of a New Medium: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you loved your NES back in the day or can\u2019t get enough X Box, this course teaches students about the history of games and where they\u2019re headed in the future.<\/p>\n
The Future is Lost: TV Series as Cultural Phenomenon: Tufts University<\/strong><\/h4>\nSome people might feel that Lost deserves its own course just because it\u2019s so darn hard to figure out what\u2019s happening in the series, but this course goes deeper, examining the popularity of shows like this and their expansion into other media. <\/p>\n
Goldberg\u2019s Canon: Makin\u2019 Whoopi: Bates College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile not offered since 2004, this course was the first and only to examine the sometimes controversial public persona of this comedienne, actress and now daytime talk show host. <\/p>\n
Chosen: Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThose who were addicted to Buffy can now examine the series in-depth through the material presented in this course.<\/p>\n
The Office: Awesome, Awkward, & Addicting: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nLet\u2019s hope this course on the popular show isn\u2019t nearly as uncomfortable to watch. <\/p>\n
Calvin & Hobbes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis iconic comic was much more than just simple Saturday morning entertainment\u2013or so this course aims to show. <\/p>\n
Superheroes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat do superheroes really mean in our culture? Why create such figures? This course examines this and a myriad of other issues. <\/p>\n
American Pro Wrestling: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the words “MIT” and “pro wrestling” may not be two you\u2019d bring together, this course asks students at the tech-savvy school to think about the cultural implications of the often-theatrical wrestling world. <\/p>\n
American Soap Operas: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat is it about soap operas that make them so addicting? Students at MIT get a chance to delve into the logic behind these series in this course. <\/p>\n
It\u2019s News to Me: the Role of Media in Your Life: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nMost of us may not even realize how big of a role the media plays in our lives, but this course aims to bring it to the forefront. <\/p>\n
Zombies in Popular Media: Columbia College- Chicago<\/strong><\/h4>\nEvery year it seems like there are more and more movies about zombies. What is the fascination with these fictional creatures? Students at Columbia College can take this course and become zombie experts. <\/p>\n
Food and Drink<\/strong><\/h1>\nEverybody has to eat, so why not learn more about it from these courses?<\/p>\n
Food and Power in the Twentieth Century: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nIn this course, students learn how sometimes having all the food means having all the power. <\/p>\n
Kitchen Chemistry: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents in this course will learn how to turn their kitchens into their own private laboratories, teaching them not only about science but about cooking as well.<\/p>\n
Cultural Aspects of Food: Oneonta College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDo foods from your childhood elicit specific emotions from you? This course will delve into what the cultural connections we have with food are and why these relationships are so strong. <\/p>\n
Campus Culture and Drinking: Duke University<\/strong><\/h4>\nAs many students may have been sad to learn, this course doesn\u2019t encourage students to go get trashed, instead of asking them to more carefully consider the social and cultural aspects of drinking on campus.<\/p>\n
From Bean to Bar: The History, Politics, & Taste of Chocolate: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nChocoholics can take their love of the sweet substance one step further and learn how it goes from the field, gets processed and ends up in their mouths. <\/p>\n
Maple Syrup: The Real Thing: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile most students won\u2019t be pursuing a career as a maple syrup maker, this course offers to teach them everything they need to know about the business, should they decide they need a career change.<\/p>\n
Life Skills<\/strong><\/h1>\nCollege doesn\u2019t just have to be academic, as these courses that provide valuable life lessons prove.<\/p>\n
Tightwaddery, or The Good Life on a Dollar a Day: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the title might elicit some laughs, this course offers some sage advice on breaking the bonds of consumerism and fighting back against the status quo. And if that isn\u2019t part of a well-rounded college education then what is? <\/p>\n
Finding Dates Worth Keeping: University of Sioux Falls<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who find themselves constantly falling in love (or just in bed) with Mr. or Mrs. Wrong can take this course to learn to make better dating decisions. <\/p>\n
Field Equipment Operation: University of California, Davis<\/strong><\/h4>\nIt might have a fancy title, but this class gets down and dirty with teaching students how to drive a tractor. <\/p>\n
Getting Dressed: Princeton University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile many students wouldn\u2019t have made it to college without some idea of how to get dressed in the morning, this class takes it one step further and takes a look at what it really means <\/em>to wear those Uggs or backwards baseball cap. <\/p>\nBiblical Model for Home and Family: Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere you\u2019ll find a female-only course that will make all but the most traditional women bristle. With lessons on how to properly serve your husband and bake cookies, it\u2019s useful, no doubt\u2013but the lack of a male counterpart course is questionable.<\/p>\n
Furniture Making: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you might already feel like you know how to build furniture after a few intense Ikea assemblies, this course will teach you more in-depth ways of building just about anything around the home. <\/p>\n
How to Learn (Almost) Anything: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might seem odd to take a course on how to learn from the rest of your courses, this practical class from MIT asks students to use technology and tools to stretch their minds. <\/p>\n
Miscellaneous<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses touch on a wide range of interesting, if not always normal, subject matter.<\/p>\n
Nonviolent Responses to Terrorism: Swarthmore College<\/strong><\/h4>\nNews reports tell that most students today don\u2019t even know what year 9\/11 happened. With the memory of terrorism in the distant past (or so it seems) this course seems more and more relevant as anger fades and the American public grows tired of conflict.<\/p>\n
Stupidity: Occidental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat better topic to rail against at college than stupidity? This course examines it at depth from literary, social and philosophical perspectives. <\/p>\n
Daylighting: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course doesn\u2019t refer to the opposite of moonlighting, it is designed to help students learn how to better light things with, what else, the sun. <\/p>\n
Yes, some of these courses teeter between useful knowledge and just plain silly. Many however, offer great educational opportunities, even though the name doesn’t exactly reflect it. <\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Source: OnlineUniversities.com, 100 Hilarious College Courses that Really Exist<\/a><\/p>\n
From video games to horror films, these courses help college students analyze visual culture.<\/p>\n
Underwater Basket Weaving: Reed College<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere it is, the course that has been the butt of numerous jokes about the declining quality of college education in America. Yes, it really exists and you can take it at this school and others for credit. <\/p>\n
Muppet Magic: Jim Henson\u2019s Art: UC Santa Cruz<\/strong><\/h4>\nExplore the fine art of elaborate puppetry through this course.<\/p>\n
Dirty Pictures: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nTake a look at the history and art of sexy, dirty and explicit photos in this course. <\/p>\n
The Horror Film in Context: Bowodin College<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you love a good scare, consider this course at Bowdoin to gain a better understanding of the format of the horror film. <\/p>\n
The Road Movie: Barnard College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFrom Easy Rider <\/em>to Thelma and Louise, <\/em>this course looks at the road trip movie and the concept of the journey. Curiously omitted was the college age favorite Road Trip.<\/em> <\/p>\nThe Art of Sin and the Sin of Art: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course will look not only at controversial artwork but also at the practice of creating art and its moral implications. <\/p>\n
The Art of Warcraft: A Closer Look at the Virtual World Phenomenon: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, nerds and artists alike can learn about the aesthetics of the video game world.<\/p>\n
Physical Education and Recreation<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses help students all over the nation stay in shape and get active.<\/p>\n
PE for ME: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course is pretty much phys ed for nerds, using physical activity to teach lessons about mechanical engineering. <\/p>\n
Xtreme Lit: Northern Illinois University<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you like to get totally extreme, then this course would be for you, asking students to engage in sometimes adventurous recreational activities while reading authors who loved the great outdoors. <\/p>\n
Whitewater Skills: West Virginia University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat would college be without learning how to manage some rapids? This course offers to teach students just that.<\/p>\n
Circus Stunts: Triton College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you want to join the circus or just need a more interesting workout, this course can teach you all kinds of acrobatics. <\/p>\n
The Art of Walking: Centre College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you would think that most able-bodied students would know how to walk by the time they entered college, this course hopes to teach them to do it better, and more consciously. <\/p>\n
Tree Climbing: Cornell University<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who never learned to climb a tree as a child can now receive college-level education on the subject through this course. <\/p>\n
American Golf: Aristocratic Pastime or the People\u2019s Game?: Carnegie Mellon<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, students learn about the history and social aspects of golf. <\/p>\n
Knitting for Noobs: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFor many students, it\u2019s totally worth the cost of a college course to learn how to knit a few scarves.<\/p>\n
Golf Course Management: Tarleton State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis practical course will teach students how to take care of those greens and pesky sand traps. <\/p>\n
Popular Culture<\/strong><\/h1>\nFocusing on popular culture phenomena and icons, these courses catch a lot of guff for their seemingly superficial subject matter.<\/p>\n
Oprah Winfrey: The Tycoon: University of Illinois, Urbana<\/strong><\/h4>\n While no longer offered, this course gave students a chance to look deep into the life of one of the most successful and recognizable women in the world.<\/p>\n
How to Watch Television: Montclair University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThough most of us are pretty adept at turning on the TV and vegging out, this course aims to teach students how to watch TV actively.<\/p>\n
Through the Darkness of Future-Past: An Exploration of David Lynch\u2019s Twin Peaks: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDelve into the weird world of this TV cult classic in this course.<\/p>\n
Breaking the Rules: An Intellectual Discussion of Fight Club: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile perhaps not the newest movie, this film (and the book it\u2019s based upon, presumably) still elicits enough interest to have a course that talks all about the issues addressed within it. <\/p>\n
Video Game History: Rise of a New Medium: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you loved your NES back in the day or can\u2019t get enough X Box, this course teaches students about the history of games and where they\u2019re headed in the future.<\/p>\n
The Future is Lost: TV Series as Cultural Phenomenon: Tufts University<\/strong><\/h4>\nSome people might feel that Lost deserves its own course just because it\u2019s so darn hard to figure out what\u2019s happening in the series, but this course goes deeper, examining the popularity of shows like this and their expansion into other media. <\/p>\n
Goldberg\u2019s Canon: Makin\u2019 Whoopi: Bates College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile not offered since 2004, this course was the first and only to examine the sometimes controversial public persona of this comedienne, actress and now daytime talk show host. <\/p>\n
Chosen: Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThose who were addicted to Buffy can now examine the series in-depth through the material presented in this course.<\/p>\n
The Office: Awesome, Awkward, & Addicting: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nLet\u2019s hope this course on the popular show isn\u2019t nearly as uncomfortable to watch. <\/p>\n
Calvin & Hobbes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis iconic comic was much more than just simple Saturday morning entertainment\u2013or so this course aims to show. <\/p>\n
Superheroes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat do superheroes really mean in our culture? Why create such figures? This course examines this and a myriad of other issues. <\/p>\n
American Pro Wrestling: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the words “MIT” and “pro wrestling” may not be two you\u2019d bring together, this course asks students at the tech-savvy school to think about the cultural implications of the often-theatrical wrestling world. <\/p>\n
American Soap Operas: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat is it about soap operas that make them so addicting? Students at MIT get a chance to delve into the logic behind these series in this course. <\/p>\n
It\u2019s News to Me: the Role of Media in Your Life: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nMost of us may not even realize how big of a role the media plays in our lives, but this course aims to bring it to the forefront. <\/p>\n
Zombies in Popular Media: Columbia College- Chicago<\/strong><\/h4>\nEvery year it seems like there are more and more movies about zombies. What is the fascination with these fictional creatures? Students at Columbia College can take this course and become zombie experts. <\/p>\n
Food and Drink<\/strong><\/h1>\nEverybody has to eat, so why not learn more about it from these courses?<\/p>\n
Food and Power in the Twentieth Century: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nIn this course, students learn how sometimes having all the food means having all the power. <\/p>\n
Kitchen Chemistry: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents in this course will learn how to turn their kitchens into their own private laboratories, teaching them not only about science but about cooking as well.<\/p>\n
Cultural Aspects of Food: Oneonta College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDo foods from your childhood elicit specific emotions from you? This course will delve into what the cultural connections we have with food are and why these relationships are so strong. <\/p>\n
Campus Culture and Drinking: Duke University<\/strong><\/h4>\nAs many students may have been sad to learn, this course doesn\u2019t encourage students to go get trashed, instead of asking them to more carefully consider the social and cultural aspects of drinking on campus.<\/p>\n
From Bean to Bar: The History, Politics, & Taste of Chocolate: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nChocoholics can take their love of the sweet substance one step further and learn how it goes from the field, gets processed and ends up in their mouths. <\/p>\n
Maple Syrup: The Real Thing: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile most students won\u2019t be pursuing a career as a maple syrup maker, this course offers to teach them everything they need to know about the business, should they decide they need a career change.<\/p>\n
Life Skills<\/strong><\/h1>\nCollege doesn\u2019t just have to be academic, as these courses that provide valuable life lessons prove.<\/p>\n
Tightwaddery, or The Good Life on a Dollar a Day: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the title might elicit some laughs, this course offers some sage advice on breaking the bonds of consumerism and fighting back against the status quo. And if that isn\u2019t part of a well-rounded college education then what is? <\/p>\n
Finding Dates Worth Keeping: University of Sioux Falls<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who find themselves constantly falling in love (or just in bed) with Mr. or Mrs. Wrong can take this course to learn to make better dating decisions. <\/p>\n
Field Equipment Operation: University of California, Davis<\/strong><\/h4>\nIt might have a fancy title, but this class gets down and dirty with teaching students how to drive a tractor. <\/p>\n
Getting Dressed: Princeton University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile many students wouldn\u2019t have made it to college without some idea of how to get dressed in the morning, this class takes it one step further and takes a look at what it really means <\/em>to wear those Uggs or backwards baseball cap. <\/p>\nBiblical Model for Home and Family: Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere you\u2019ll find a female-only course that will make all but the most traditional women bristle. With lessons on how to properly serve your husband and bake cookies, it\u2019s useful, no doubt\u2013but the lack of a male counterpart course is questionable.<\/p>\n
Furniture Making: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you might already feel like you know how to build furniture after a few intense Ikea assemblies, this course will teach you more in-depth ways of building just about anything around the home. <\/p>\n
How to Learn (Almost) Anything: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might seem odd to take a course on how to learn from the rest of your courses, this practical class from MIT asks students to use technology and tools to stretch their minds. <\/p>\n
Miscellaneous<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses touch on a wide range of interesting, if not always normal, subject matter.<\/p>\n
Nonviolent Responses to Terrorism: Swarthmore College<\/strong><\/h4>\nNews reports tell that most students today don\u2019t even know what year 9\/11 happened. With the memory of terrorism in the distant past (or so it seems) this course seems more and more relevant as anger fades and the American public grows tired of conflict.<\/p>\n
Stupidity: Occidental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat better topic to rail against at college than stupidity? This course examines it at depth from literary, social and philosophical perspectives. <\/p>\n
Daylighting: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course doesn\u2019t refer to the opposite of moonlighting, it is designed to help students learn how to better light things with, what else, the sun. <\/p>\n
Yes, some of these courses teeter between useful knowledge and just plain silly. Many however, offer great educational opportunities, even though the name doesn’t exactly reflect it. <\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Source: OnlineUniversities.com, 100 Hilarious College Courses that Really Exist<\/a><\/p>\n
Explore the fine art of elaborate puppetry through this course.<\/p>\n
Dirty Pictures: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nTake a look at the history and art of sexy, dirty and explicit photos in this course. <\/p>\n
The Horror Film in Context: Bowodin College<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you love a good scare, consider this course at Bowdoin to gain a better understanding of the format of the horror film. <\/p>\n
The Road Movie: Barnard College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFrom Easy Rider <\/em>to Thelma and Louise, <\/em>this course looks at the road trip movie and the concept of the journey. Curiously omitted was the college age favorite Road Trip.<\/em> <\/p>\nThe Art of Sin and the Sin of Art: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course will look not only at controversial artwork but also at the practice of creating art and its moral implications. <\/p>\n
The Art of Warcraft: A Closer Look at the Virtual World Phenomenon: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, nerds and artists alike can learn about the aesthetics of the video game world.<\/p>\n
Physical Education and Recreation<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses help students all over the nation stay in shape and get active.<\/p>\n
PE for ME: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course is pretty much phys ed for nerds, using physical activity to teach lessons about mechanical engineering. <\/p>\n
Xtreme Lit: Northern Illinois University<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you like to get totally extreme, then this course would be for you, asking students to engage in sometimes adventurous recreational activities while reading authors who loved the great outdoors. <\/p>\n
Whitewater Skills: West Virginia University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat would college be without learning how to manage some rapids? This course offers to teach students just that.<\/p>\n
Circus Stunts: Triton College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you want to join the circus or just need a more interesting workout, this course can teach you all kinds of acrobatics. <\/p>\n
The Art of Walking: Centre College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you would think that most able-bodied students would know how to walk by the time they entered college, this course hopes to teach them to do it better, and more consciously. <\/p>\n
Tree Climbing: Cornell University<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who never learned to climb a tree as a child can now receive college-level education on the subject through this course. <\/p>\n
American Golf: Aristocratic Pastime or the People\u2019s Game?: Carnegie Mellon<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, students learn about the history and social aspects of golf. <\/p>\n
Knitting for Noobs: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFor many students, it\u2019s totally worth the cost of a college course to learn how to knit a few scarves.<\/p>\n
Golf Course Management: Tarleton State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis practical course will teach students how to take care of those greens and pesky sand traps. <\/p>\n
Popular Culture<\/strong><\/h1>\nFocusing on popular culture phenomena and icons, these courses catch a lot of guff for their seemingly superficial subject matter.<\/p>\n
Oprah Winfrey: The Tycoon: University of Illinois, Urbana<\/strong><\/h4>\n While no longer offered, this course gave students a chance to look deep into the life of one of the most successful and recognizable women in the world.<\/p>\n
How to Watch Television: Montclair University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThough most of us are pretty adept at turning on the TV and vegging out, this course aims to teach students how to watch TV actively.<\/p>\n
Through the Darkness of Future-Past: An Exploration of David Lynch\u2019s Twin Peaks: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDelve into the weird world of this TV cult classic in this course.<\/p>\n
Breaking the Rules: An Intellectual Discussion of Fight Club: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile perhaps not the newest movie, this film (and the book it\u2019s based upon, presumably) still elicits enough interest to have a course that talks all about the issues addressed within it. <\/p>\n
Video Game History: Rise of a New Medium: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you loved your NES back in the day or can\u2019t get enough X Box, this course teaches students about the history of games and where they\u2019re headed in the future.<\/p>\n
The Future is Lost: TV Series as Cultural Phenomenon: Tufts University<\/strong><\/h4>\nSome people might feel that Lost deserves its own course just because it\u2019s so darn hard to figure out what\u2019s happening in the series, but this course goes deeper, examining the popularity of shows like this and their expansion into other media. <\/p>\n
Goldberg\u2019s Canon: Makin\u2019 Whoopi: Bates College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile not offered since 2004, this course was the first and only to examine the sometimes controversial public persona of this comedienne, actress and now daytime talk show host. <\/p>\n
Chosen: Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThose who were addicted to Buffy can now examine the series in-depth through the material presented in this course.<\/p>\n
The Office: Awesome, Awkward, & Addicting: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nLet\u2019s hope this course on the popular show isn\u2019t nearly as uncomfortable to watch. <\/p>\n
Calvin & Hobbes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis iconic comic was much more than just simple Saturday morning entertainment\u2013or so this course aims to show. <\/p>\n
Superheroes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat do superheroes really mean in our culture? Why create such figures? This course examines this and a myriad of other issues. <\/p>\n
American Pro Wrestling: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the words “MIT” and “pro wrestling” may not be two you\u2019d bring together, this course asks students at the tech-savvy school to think about the cultural implications of the often-theatrical wrestling world. <\/p>\n
American Soap Operas: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat is it about soap operas that make them so addicting? Students at MIT get a chance to delve into the logic behind these series in this course. <\/p>\n
It\u2019s News to Me: the Role of Media in Your Life: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nMost of us may not even realize how big of a role the media plays in our lives, but this course aims to bring it to the forefront. <\/p>\n
Zombies in Popular Media: Columbia College- Chicago<\/strong><\/h4>\nEvery year it seems like there are more and more movies about zombies. What is the fascination with these fictional creatures? Students at Columbia College can take this course and become zombie experts. <\/p>\n
Food and Drink<\/strong><\/h1>\nEverybody has to eat, so why not learn more about it from these courses?<\/p>\n
Food and Power in the Twentieth Century: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nIn this course, students learn how sometimes having all the food means having all the power. <\/p>\n
Kitchen Chemistry: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents in this course will learn how to turn their kitchens into their own private laboratories, teaching them not only about science but about cooking as well.<\/p>\n
Cultural Aspects of Food: Oneonta College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDo foods from your childhood elicit specific emotions from you? This course will delve into what the cultural connections we have with food are and why these relationships are so strong. <\/p>\n
Campus Culture and Drinking: Duke University<\/strong><\/h4>\nAs many students may have been sad to learn, this course doesn\u2019t encourage students to go get trashed, instead of asking them to more carefully consider the social and cultural aspects of drinking on campus.<\/p>\n
From Bean to Bar: The History, Politics, & Taste of Chocolate: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nChocoholics can take their love of the sweet substance one step further and learn how it goes from the field, gets processed and ends up in their mouths. <\/p>\n
Maple Syrup: The Real Thing: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile most students won\u2019t be pursuing a career as a maple syrup maker, this course offers to teach them everything they need to know about the business, should they decide they need a career change.<\/p>\n
Life Skills<\/strong><\/h1>\nCollege doesn\u2019t just have to be academic, as these courses that provide valuable life lessons prove.<\/p>\n
Tightwaddery, or The Good Life on a Dollar a Day: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the title might elicit some laughs, this course offers some sage advice on breaking the bonds of consumerism and fighting back against the status quo. And if that isn\u2019t part of a well-rounded college education then what is? <\/p>\n
Finding Dates Worth Keeping: University of Sioux Falls<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who find themselves constantly falling in love (or just in bed) with Mr. or Mrs. Wrong can take this course to learn to make better dating decisions. <\/p>\n
Field Equipment Operation: University of California, Davis<\/strong><\/h4>\nIt might have a fancy title, but this class gets down and dirty with teaching students how to drive a tractor. <\/p>\n
Getting Dressed: Princeton University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile many students wouldn\u2019t have made it to college without some idea of how to get dressed in the morning, this class takes it one step further and takes a look at what it really means <\/em>to wear those Uggs or backwards baseball cap. <\/p>\nBiblical Model for Home and Family: Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere you\u2019ll find a female-only course that will make all but the most traditional women bristle. With lessons on how to properly serve your husband and bake cookies, it\u2019s useful, no doubt\u2013but the lack of a male counterpart course is questionable.<\/p>\n
Furniture Making: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you might already feel like you know how to build furniture after a few intense Ikea assemblies, this course will teach you more in-depth ways of building just about anything around the home. <\/p>\n
How to Learn (Almost) Anything: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might seem odd to take a course on how to learn from the rest of your courses, this practical class from MIT asks students to use technology and tools to stretch their minds. <\/p>\n
Miscellaneous<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses touch on a wide range of interesting, if not always normal, subject matter.<\/p>\n
Nonviolent Responses to Terrorism: Swarthmore College<\/strong><\/h4>\nNews reports tell that most students today don\u2019t even know what year 9\/11 happened. With the memory of terrorism in the distant past (or so it seems) this course seems more and more relevant as anger fades and the American public grows tired of conflict.<\/p>\n
Stupidity: Occidental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat better topic to rail against at college than stupidity? This course examines it at depth from literary, social and philosophical perspectives. <\/p>\n
Daylighting: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course doesn\u2019t refer to the opposite of moonlighting, it is designed to help students learn how to better light things with, what else, the sun. <\/p>\n
Yes, some of these courses teeter between useful knowledge and just plain silly. Many however, offer great educational opportunities, even though the name doesn’t exactly reflect it. <\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Source: OnlineUniversities.com, 100 Hilarious College Courses that Really Exist<\/a><\/p>\n
If you love a good scare, consider this course at Bowdoin to gain a better understanding of the format of the horror film. <\/p>\n
The Road Movie: Barnard College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFrom Easy Rider <\/em>to Thelma and Louise, <\/em>this course looks at the road trip movie and the concept of the journey. Curiously omitted was the college age favorite Road Trip.<\/em> <\/p>\nThe Art of Sin and the Sin of Art: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course will look not only at controversial artwork but also at the practice of creating art and its moral implications. <\/p>\n
The Art of Warcraft: A Closer Look at the Virtual World Phenomenon: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, nerds and artists alike can learn about the aesthetics of the video game world.<\/p>\n
Physical Education and Recreation<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses help students all over the nation stay in shape and get active.<\/p>\n
PE for ME: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course is pretty much phys ed for nerds, using physical activity to teach lessons about mechanical engineering. <\/p>\n
Xtreme Lit: Northern Illinois University<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you like to get totally extreme, then this course would be for you, asking students to engage in sometimes adventurous recreational activities while reading authors who loved the great outdoors. <\/p>\n
Whitewater Skills: West Virginia University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat would college be without learning how to manage some rapids? This course offers to teach students just that.<\/p>\n
Circus Stunts: Triton College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you want to join the circus or just need a more interesting workout, this course can teach you all kinds of acrobatics. <\/p>\n
The Art of Walking: Centre College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you would think that most able-bodied students would know how to walk by the time they entered college, this course hopes to teach them to do it better, and more consciously. <\/p>\n
Tree Climbing: Cornell University<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who never learned to climb a tree as a child can now receive college-level education on the subject through this course. <\/p>\n
American Golf: Aristocratic Pastime or the People\u2019s Game?: Carnegie Mellon<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, students learn about the history and social aspects of golf. <\/p>\n
Knitting for Noobs: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFor many students, it\u2019s totally worth the cost of a college course to learn how to knit a few scarves.<\/p>\n
Golf Course Management: Tarleton State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis practical course will teach students how to take care of those greens and pesky sand traps. <\/p>\n
Popular Culture<\/strong><\/h1>\nFocusing on popular culture phenomena and icons, these courses catch a lot of guff for their seemingly superficial subject matter.<\/p>\n
Oprah Winfrey: The Tycoon: University of Illinois, Urbana<\/strong><\/h4>\n While no longer offered, this course gave students a chance to look deep into the life of one of the most successful and recognizable women in the world.<\/p>\n
How to Watch Television: Montclair University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThough most of us are pretty adept at turning on the TV and vegging out, this course aims to teach students how to watch TV actively.<\/p>\n
Through the Darkness of Future-Past: An Exploration of David Lynch\u2019s Twin Peaks: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDelve into the weird world of this TV cult classic in this course.<\/p>\n
Breaking the Rules: An Intellectual Discussion of Fight Club: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile perhaps not the newest movie, this film (and the book it\u2019s based upon, presumably) still elicits enough interest to have a course that talks all about the issues addressed within it. <\/p>\n
Video Game History: Rise of a New Medium: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you loved your NES back in the day or can\u2019t get enough X Box, this course teaches students about the history of games and where they\u2019re headed in the future.<\/p>\n
The Future is Lost: TV Series as Cultural Phenomenon: Tufts University<\/strong><\/h4>\nSome people might feel that Lost deserves its own course just because it\u2019s so darn hard to figure out what\u2019s happening in the series, but this course goes deeper, examining the popularity of shows like this and their expansion into other media. <\/p>\n
Goldberg\u2019s Canon: Makin\u2019 Whoopi: Bates College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile not offered since 2004, this course was the first and only to examine the sometimes controversial public persona of this comedienne, actress and now daytime talk show host. <\/p>\n
Chosen: Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThose who were addicted to Buffy can now examine the series in-depth through the material presented in this course.<\/p>\n
The Office: Awesome, Awkward, & Addicting: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nLet\u2019s hope this course on the popular show isn\u2019t nearly as uncomfortable to watch. <\/p>\n
Calvin & Hobbes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis iconic comic was much more than just simple Saturday morning entertainment\u2013or so this course aims to show. <\/p>\n
Superheroes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat do superheroes really mean in our culture? Why create such figures? This course examines this and a myriad of other issues. <\/p>\n
American Pro Wrestling: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the words “MIT” and “pro wrestling” may not be two you\u2019d bring together, this course asks students at the tech-savvy school to think about the cultural implications of the often-theatrical wrestling world. <\/p>\n
American Soap Operas: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat is it about soap operas that make them so addicting? Students at MIT get a chance to delve into the logic behind these series in this course. <\/p>\n
It\u2019s News to Me: the Role of Media in Your Life: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nMost of us may not even realize how big of a role the media plays in our lives, but this course aims to bring it to the forefront. <\/p>\n
Zombies in Popular Media: Columbia College- Chicago<\/strong><\/h4>\nEvery year it seems like there are more and more movies about zombies. What is the fascination with these fictional creatures? Students at Columbia College can take this course and become zombie experts. <\/p>\n
Food and Drink<\/strong><\/h1>\nEverybody has to eat, so why not learn more about it from these courses?<\/p>\n
Food and Power in the Twentieth Century: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nIn this course, students learn how sometimes having all the food means having all the power. <\/p>\n
Kitchen Chemistry: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents in this course will learn how to turn their kitchens into their own private laboratories, teaching them not only about science but about cooking as well.<\/p>\n
Cultural Aspects of Food: Oneonta College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDo foods from your childhood elicit specific emotions from you? This course will delve into what the cultural connections we have with food are and why these relationships are so strong. <\/p>\n
Campus Culture and Drinking: Duke University<\/strong><\/h4>\nAs many students may have been sad to learn, this course doesn\u2019t encourage students to go get trashed, instead of asking them to more carefully consider the social and cultural aspects of drinking on campus.<\/p>\n
From Bean to Bar: The History, Politics, & Taste of Chocolate: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nChocoholics can take their love of the sweet substance one step further and learn how it goes from the field, gets processed and ends up in their mouths. <\/p>\n
Maple Syrup: The Real Thing: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile most students won\u2019t be pursuing a career as a maple syrup maker, this course offers to teach them everything they need to know about the business, should they decide they need a career change.<\/p>\n
Life Skills<\/strong><\/h1>\nCollege doesn\u2019t just have to be academic, as these courses that provide valuable life lessons prove.<\/p>\n
Tightwaddery, or The Good Life on a Dollar a Day: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the title might elicit some laughs, this course offers some sage advice on breaking the bonds of consumerism and fighting back against the status quo. And if that isn\u2019t part of a well-rounded college education then what is? <\/p>\n
Finding Dates Worth Keeping: University of Sioux Falls<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who find themselves constantly falling in love (or just in bed) with Mr. or Mrs. Wrong can take this course to learn to make better dating decisions. <\/p>\n
Field Equipment Operation: University of California, Davis<\/strong><\/h4>\nIt might have a fancy title, but this class gets down and dirty with teaching students how to drive a tractor. <\/p>\n
Getting Dressed: Princeton University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile many students wouldn\u2019t have made it to college without some idea of how to get dressed in the morning, this class takes it one step further and takes a look at what it really means <\/em>to wear those Uggs or backwards baseball cap. <\/p>\nBiblical Model for Home and Family: Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere you\u2019ll find a female-only course that will make all but the most traditional women bristle. With lessons on how to properly serve your husband and bake cookies, it\u2019s useful, no doubt\u2013but the lack of a male counterpart course is questionable.<\/p>\n
Furniture Making: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you might already feel like you know how to build furniture after a few intense Ikea assemblies, this course will teach you more in-depth ways of building just about anything around the home. <\/p>\n
How to Learn (Almost) Anything: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might seem odd to take a course on how to learn from the rest of your courses, this practical class from MIT asks students to use technology and tools to stretch their minds. <\/p>\n
Miscellaneous<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses touch on a wide range of interesting, if not always normal, subject matter.<\/p>\n
Nonviolent Responses to Terrorism: Swarthmore College<\/strong><\/h4>\nNews reports tell that most students today don\u2019t even know what year 9\/11 happened. With the memory of terrorism in the distant past (or so it seems) this course seems more and more relevant as anger fades and the American public grows tired of conflict.<\/p>\n
Stupidity: Occidental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat better topic to rail against at college than stupidity? This course examines it at depth from literary, social and philosophical perspectives. <\/p>\n
Daylighting: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course doesn\u2019t refer to the opposite of moonlighting, it is designed to help students learn how to better light things with, what else, the sun. <\/p>\n
Yes, some of these courses teeter between useful knowledge and just plain silly. Many however, offer great educational opportunities, even though the name doesn’t exactly reflect it. <\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Source: OnlineUniversities.com, 100 Hilarious College Courses that Really Exist<\/a><\/p>\n
The Art of Sin and the Sin of Art: Rhode Island School of Design<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course will look not only at controversial artwork but also at the practice of creating art and its moral implications. <\/p>\n
The Art of Warcraft: A Closer Look at the Virtual World Phenomenon: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, nerds and artists alike can learn about the aesthetics of the video game world.<\/p>\n
Physical Education and Recreation<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses help students all over the nation stay in shape and get active.<\/p>\n
PE for ME: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course is pretty much phys ed for nerds, using physical activity to teach lessons about mechanical engineering. <\/p>\n
Xtreme Lit: Northern Illinois University<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you like to get totally extreme, then this course would be for you, asking students to engage in sometimes adventurous recreational activities while reading authors who loved the great outdoors. <\/p>\n
Whitewater Skills: West Virginia University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat would college be without learning how to manage some rapids? This course offers to teach students just that.<\/p>\n
Circus Stunts: Triton College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you want to join the circus or just need a more interesting workout, this course can teach you all kinds of acrobatics. <\/p>\n
The Art of Walking: Centre College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you would think that most able-bodied students would know how to walk by the time they entered college, this course hopes to teach them to do it better, and more consciously. <\/p>\n
Tree Climbing: Cornell University<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who never learned to climb a tree as a child can now receive college-level education on the subject through this course. <\/p>\n
American Golf: Aristocratic Pastime or the People\u2019s Game?: Carnegie Mellon<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, students learn about the history and social aspects of golf. <\/p>\n
Knitting for Noobs: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFor many students, it\u2019s totally worth the cost of a college course to learn how to knit a few scarves.<\/p>\n
Golf Course Management: Tarleton State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis practical course will teach students how to take care of those greens and pesky sand traps. <\/p>\n
Popular Culture<\/strong><\/h1>\nFocusing on popular culture phenomena and icons, these courses catch a lot of guff for their seemingly superficial subject matter.<\/p>\n
Oprah Winfrey: The Tycoon: University of Illinois, Urbana<\/strong><\/h4>\n While no longer offered, this course gave students a chance to look deep into the life of one of the most successful and recognizable women in the world.<\/p>\n
How to Watch Television: Montclair University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThough most of us are pretty adept at turning on the TV and vegging out, this course aims to teach students how to watch TV actively.<\/p>\n
Through the Darkness of Future-Past: An Exploration of David Lynch\u2019s Twin Peaks: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDelve into the weird world of this TV cult classic in this course.<\/p>\n
Breaking the Rules: An Intellectual Discussion of Fight Club: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile perhaps not the newest movie, this film (and the book it\u2019s based upon, presumably) still elicits enough interest to have a course that talks all about the issues addressed within it. <\/p>\n
Video Game History: Rise of a New Medium: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you loved your NES back in the day or can\u2019t get enough X Box, this course teaches students about the history of games and where they\u2019re headed in the future.<\/p>\n
The Future is Lost: TV Series as Cultural Phenomenon: Tufts University<\/strong><\/h4>\nSome people might feel that Lost deserves its own course just because it\u2019s so darn hard to figure out what\u2019s happening in the series, but this course goes deeper, examining the popularity of shows like this and their expansion into other media. <\/p>\n
Goldberg\u2019s Canon: Makin\u2019 Whoopi: Bates College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile not offered since 2004, this course was the first and only to examine the sometimes controversial public persona of this comedienne, actress and now daytime talk show host. <\/p>\n
Chosen: Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThose who were addicted to Buffy can now examine the series in-depth through the material presented in this course.<\/p>\n
The Office: Awesome, Awkward, & Addicting: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nLet\u2019s hope this course on the popular show isn\u2019t nearly as uncomfortable to watch. <\/p>\n
Calvin & Hobbes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis iconic comic was much more than just simple Saturday morning entertainment\u2013or so this course aims to show. <\/p>\n
Superheroes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat do superheroes really mean in our culture? Why create such figures? This course examines this and a myriad of other issues. <\/p>\n
American Pro Wrestling: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the words “MIT” and “pro wrestling” may not be two you\u2019d bring together, this course asks students at the tech-savvy school to think about the cultural implications of the often-theatrical wrestling world. <\/p>\n
American Soap Operas: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat is it about soap operas that make them so addicting? Students at MIT get a chance to delve into the logic behind these series in this course. <\/p>\n
It\u2019s News to Me: the Role of Media in Your Life: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nMost of us may not even realize how big of a role the media plays in our lives, but this course aims to bring it to the forefront. <\/p>\n
Zombies in Popular Media: Columbia College- Chicago<\/strong><\/h4>\nEvery year it seems like there are more and more movies about zombies. What is the fascination with these fictional creatures? Students at Columbia College can take this course and become zombie experts. <\/p>\n
Food and Drink<\/strong><\/h1>\nEverybody has to eat, so why not learn more about it from these courses?<\/p>\n
Food and Power in the Twentieth Century: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nIn this course, students learn how sometimes having all the food means having all the power. <\/p>\n
Kitchen Chemistry: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents in this course will learn how to turn their kitchens into their own private laboratories, teaching them not only about science but about cooking as well.<\/p>\n
Cultural Aspects of Food: Oneonta College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDo foods from your childhood elicit specific emotions from you? This course will delve into what the cultural connections we have with food are and why these relationships are so strong. <\/p>\n
Campus Culture and Drinking: Duke University<\/strong><\/h4>\nAs many students may have been sad to learn, this course doesn\u2019t encourage students to go get trashed, instead of asking them to more carefully consider the social and cultural aspects of drinking on campus.<\/p>\n
From Bean to Bar: The History, Politics, & Taste of Chocolate: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nChocoholics can take their love of the sweet substance one step further and learn how it goes from the field, gets processed and ends up in their mouths. <\/p>\n
Maple Syrup: The Real Thing: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile most students won\u2019t be pursuing a career as a maple syrup maker, this course offers to teach them everything they need to know about the business, should they decide they need a career change.<\/p>\n
Life Skills<\/strong><\/h1>\nCollege doesn\u2019t just have to be academic, as these courses that provide valuable life lessons prove.<\/p>\n
Tightwaddery, or The Good Life on a Dollar a Day: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the title might elicit some laughs, this course offers some sage advice on breaking the bonds of consumerism and fighting back against the status quo. And if that isn\u2019t part of a well-rounded college education then what is? <\/p>\n
Finding Dates Worth Keeping: University of Sioux Falls<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who find themselves constantly falling in love (or just in bed) with Mr. or Mrs. Wrong can take this course to learn to make better dating decisions. <\/p>\n
Field Equipment Operation: University of California, Davis<\/strong><\/h4>\nIt might have a fancy title, but this class gets down and dirty with teaching students how to drive a tractor. <\/p>\n
Getting Dressed: Princeton University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile many students wouldn\u2019t have made it to college without some idea of how to get dressed in the morning, this class takes it one step further and takes a look at what it really means <\/em>to wear those Uggs or backwards baseball cap. <\/p>\nBiblical Model for Home and Family: Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere you\u2019ll find a female-only course that will make all but the most traditional women bristle. With lessons on how to properly serve your husband and bake cookies, it\u2019s useful, no doubt\u2013but the lack of a male counterpart course is questionable.<\/p>\n
Furniture Making: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you might already feel like you know how to build furniture after a few intense Ikea assemblies, this course will teach you more in-depth ways of building just about anything around the home. <\/p>\n
How to Learn (Almost) Anything: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might seem odd to take a course on how to learn from the rest of your courses, this practical class from MIT asks students to use technology and tools to stretch their minds. <\/p>\n
Miscellaneous<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses touch on a wide range of interesting, if not always normal, subject matter.<\/p>\n
Nonviolent Responses to Terrorism: Swarthmore College<\/strong><\/h4>\nNews reports tell that most students today don\u2019t even know what year 9\/11 happened. With the memory of terrorism in the distant past (or so it seems) this course seems more and more relevant as anger fades and the American public grows tired of conflict.<\/p>\n
Stupidity: Occidental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat better topic to rail against at college than stupidity? This course examines it at depth from literary, social and philosophical perspectives. <\/p>\n
Daylighting: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course doesn\u2019t refer to the opposite of moonlighting, it is designed to help students learn how to better light things with, what else, the sun. <\/p>\n
Yes, some of these courses teeter between useful knowledge and just plain silly. Many however, offer great educational opportunities, even though the name doesn’t exactly reflect it. <\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Source: OnlineUniversities.com, 100 Hilarious College Courses that Really Exist<\/a><\/p>\n
Through this course, nerds and artists alike can learn about the aesthetics of the video game world.<\/p>\n
Physical Education and Recreation<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses help students all over the nation stay in shape and get active.<\/p>\n
PE for ME: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis course is pretty much phys ed for nerds, using physical activity to teach lessons about mechanical engineering. <\/p>\n
Xtreme Lit: Northern Illinois University<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you like to get totally extreme, then this course would be for you, asking students to engage in sometimes adventurous recreational activities while reading authors who loved the great outdoors. <\/p>\n
Whitewater Skills: West Virginia University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat would college be without learning how to manage some rapids? This course offers to teach students just that.<\/p>\n
Circus Stunts: Triton College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you want to join the circus or just need a more interesting workout, this course can teach you all kinds of acrobatics. <\/p>\n
The Art of Walking: Centre College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you would think that most able-bodied students would know how to walk by the time they entered college, this course hopes to teach them to do it better, and more consciously. <\/p>\n
Tree Climbing: Cornell University<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who never learned to climb a tree as a child can now receive college-level education on the subject through this course. <\/p>\n
American Golf: Aristocratic Pastime or the People\u2019s Game?: Carnegie Mellon<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, students learn about the history and social aspects of golf. <\/p>\n
Knitting for Noobs: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFor many students, it\u2019s totally worth the cost of a college course to learn how to knit a few scarves.<\/p>\n
Golf Course Management: Tarleton State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis practical course will teach students how to take care of those greens and pesky sand traps. <\/p>\n
Popular Culture<\/strong><\/h1>\nFocusing on popular culture phenomena and icons, these courses catch a lot of guff for their seemingly superficial subject matter.<\/p>\n
Oprah Winfrey: The Tycoon: University of Illinois, Urbana<\/strong><\/h4>\n While no longer offered, this course gave students a chance to look deep into the life of one of the most successful and recognizable women in the world.<\/p>\n
How to Watch Television: Montclair University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThough most of us are pretty adept at turning on the TV and vegging out, this course aims to teach students how to watch TV actively.<\/p>\n
Through the Darkness of Future-Past: An Exploration of David Lynch\u2019s Twin Peaks: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDelve into the weird world of this TV cult classic in this course.<\/p>\n
Breaking the Rules: An Intellectual Discussion of Fight Club: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile perhaps not the newest movie, this film (and the book it\u2019s based upon, presumably) still elicits enough interest to have a course that talks all about the issues addressed within it. <\/p>\n
Video Game History: Rise of a New Medium: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you loved your NES back in the day or can\u2019t get enough X Box, this course teaches students about the history of games and where they\u2019re headed in the future.<\/p>\n
The Future is Lost: TV Series as Cultural Phenomenon: Tufts University<\/strong><\/h4>\nSome people might feel that Lost deserves its own course just because it\u2019s so darn hard to figure out what\u2019s happening in the series, but this course goes deeper, examining the popularity of shows like this and their expansion into other media. <\/p>\n
Goldberg\u2019s Canon: Makin\u2019 Whoopi: Bates College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile not offered since 2004, this course was the first and only to examine the sometimes controversial public persona of this comedienne, actress and now daytime talk show host. <\/p>\n
Chosen: Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThose who were addicted to Buffy can now examine the series in-depth through the material presented in this course.<\/p>\n
The Office: Awesome, Awkward, & Addicting: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nLet\u2019s hope this course on the popular show isn\u2019t nearly as uncomfortable to watch. <\/p>\n
Calvin & Hobbes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis iconic comic was much more than just simple Saturday morning entertainment\u2013or so this course aims to show. <\/p>\n
Superheroes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat do superheroes really mean in our culture? Why create such figures? This course examines this and a myriad of other issues. <\/p>\n
American Pro Wrestling: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the words “MIT” and “pro wrestling” may not be two you\u2019d bring together, this course asks students at the tech-savvy school to think about the cultural implications of the often-theatrical wrestling world. <\/p>\n
American Soap Operas: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat is it about soap operas that make them so addicting? Students at MIT get a chance to delve into the logic behind these series in this course. <\/p>\n
It\u2019s News to Me: the Role of Media in Your Life: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nMost of us may not even realize how big of a role the media plays in our lives, but this course aims to bring it to the forefront. <\/p>\n
Zombies in Popular Media: Columbia College- Chicago<\/strong><\/h4>\nEvery year it seems like there are more and more movies about zombies. What is the fascination with these fictional creatures? Students at Columbia College can take this course and become zombie experts. <\/p>\n
Food and Drink<\/strong><\/h1>\nEverybody has to eat, so why not learn more about it from these courses?<\/p>\n
Food and Power in the Twentieth Century: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nIn this course, students learn how sometimes having all the food means having all the power. <\/p>\n
Kitchen Chemistry: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents in this course will learn how to turn their kitchens into their own private laboratories, teaching them not only about science but about cooking as well.<\/p>\n
Cultural Aspects of Food: Oneonta College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDo foods from your childhood elicit specific emotions from you? This course will delve into what the cultural connections we have with food are and why these relationships are so strong. <\/p>\n
Campus Culture and Drinking: Duke University<\/strong><\/h4>\nAs many students may have been sad to learn, this course doesn\u2019t encourage students to go get trashed, instead of asking them to more carefully consider the social and cultural aspects of drinking on campus.<\/p>\n
From Bean to Bar: The History, Politics, & Taste of Chocolate: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nChocoholics can take their love of the sweet substance one step further and learn how it goes from the field, gets processed and ends up in their mouths. <\/p>\n
Maple Syrup: The Real Thing: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile most students won\u2019t be pursuing a career as a maple syrup maker, this course offers to teach them everything they need to know about the business, should they decide they need a career change.<\/p>\n
Life Skills<\/strong><\/h1>\nCollege doesn\u2019t just have to be academic, as these courses that provide valuable life lessons prove.<\/p>\n
Tightwaddery, or The Good Life on a Dollar a Day: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the title might elicit some laughs, this course offers some sage advice on breaking the bonds of consumerism and fighting back against the status quo. And if that isn\u2019t part of a well-rounded college education then what is? <\/p>\n
Finding Dates Worth Keeping: University of Sioux Falls<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who find themselves constantly falling in love (or just in bed) with Mr. or Mrs. Wrong can take this course to learn to make better dating decisions. <\/p>\n
Field Equipment Operation: University of California, Davis<\/strong><\/h4>\nIt might have a fancy title, but this class gets down and dirty with teaching students how to drive a tractor. <\/p>\n
Getting Dressed: Princeton University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile many students wouldn\u2019t have made it to college without some idea of how to get dressed in the morning, this class takes it one step further and takes a look at what it really means <\/em>to wear those Uggs or backwards baseball cap. <\/p>\nBiblical Model for Home and Family: Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere you\u2019ll find a female-only course that will make all but the most traditional women bristle. With lessons on how to properly serve your husband and bake cookies, it\u2019s useful, no doubt\u2013but the lack of a male counterpart course is questionable.<\/p>\n
Furniture Making: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you might already feel like you know how to build furniture after a few intense Ikea assemblies, this course will teach you more in-depth ways of building just about anything around the home. <\/p>\n
How to Learn (Almost) Anything: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might seem odd to take a course on how to learn from the rest of your courses, this practical class from MIT asks students to use technology and tools to stretch their minds. <\/p>\n
Miscellaneous<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses touch on a wide range of interesting, if not always normal, subject matter.<\/p>\n
Nonviolent Responses to Terrorism: Swarthmore College<\/strong><\/h4>\nNews reports tell that most students today don\u2019t even know what year 9\/11 happened. With the memory of terrorism in the distant past (or so it seems) this course seems more and more relevant as anger fades and the American public grows tired of conflict.<\/p>\n
Stupidity: Occidental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat better topic to rail against at college than stupidity? This course examines it at depth from literary, social and philosophical perspectives. <\/p>\n
Daylighting: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course doesn\u2019t refer to the opposite of moonlighting, it is designed to help students learn how to better light things with, what else, the sun. <\/p>\n
Yes, some of these courses teeter between useful knowledge and just plain silly. Many however, offer great educational opportunities, even though the name doesn’t exactly reflect it. <\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Source: OnlineUniversities.com, 100 Hilarious College Courses that Really Exist<\/a><\/p>\n
This course is pretty much phys ed for nerds, using physical activity to teach lessons about mechanical engineering. <\/p>\n
Xtreme Lit: Northern Illinois University<\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you like to get totally extreme, then this course would be for you, asking students to engage in sometimes adventurous recreational activities while reading authors who loved the great outdoors. <\/p>\n
Whitewater Skills: West Virginia University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat would college be without learning how to manage some rapids? This course offers to teach students just that.<\/p>\n
Circus Stunts: Triton College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you want to join the circus or just need a more interesting workout, this course can teach you all kinds of acrobatics. <\/p>\n
The Art of Walking: Centre College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you would think that most able-bodied students would know how to walk by the time they entered college, this course hopes to teach them to do it better, and more consciously. <\/p>\n
Tree Climbing: Cornell University<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who never learned to climb a tree as a child can now receive college-level education on the subject through this course. <\/p>\n
American Golf: Aristocratic Pastime or the People\u2019s Game?: Carnegie Mellon<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, students learn about the history and social aspects of golf. <\/p>\n
Knitting for Noobs: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFor many students, it\u2019s totally worth the cost of a college course to learn how to knit a few scarves.<\/p>\n
Golf Course Management: Tarleton State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis practical course will teach students how to take care of those greens and pesky sand traps. <\/p>\n
Popular Culture<\/strong><\/h1>\nFocusing on popular culture phenomena and icons, these courses catch a lot of guff for their seemingly superficial subject matter.<\/p>\n
Oprah Winfrey: The Tycoon: University of Illinois, Urbana<\/strong><\/h4>\n While no longer offered, this course gave students a chance to look deep into the life of one of the most successful and recognizable women in the world.<\/p>\n
How to Watch Television: Montclair University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThough most of us are pretty adept at turning on the TV and vegging out, this course aims to teach students how to watch TV actively.<\/p>\n
Through the Darkness of Future-Past: An Exploration of David Lynch\u2019s Twin Peaks: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDelve into the weird world of this TV cult classic in this course.<\/p>\n
Breaking the Rules: An Intellectual Discussion of Fight Club: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile perhaps not the newest movie, this film (and the book it\u2019s based upon, presumably) still elicits enough interest to have a course that talks all about the issues addressed within it. <\/p>\n
Video Game History: Rise of a New Medium: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you loved your NES back in the day or can\u2019t get enough X Box, this course teaches students about the history of games and where they\u2019re headed in the future.<\/p>\n
The Future is Lost: TV Series as Cultural Phenomenon: Tufts University<\/strong><\/h4>\nSome people might feel that Lost deserves its own course just because it\u2019s so darn hard to figure out what\u2019s happening in the series, but this course goes deeper, examining the popularity of shows like this and their expansion into other media. <\/p>\n
Goldberg\u2019s Canon: Makin\u2019 Whoopi: Bates College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile not offered since 2004, this course was the first and only to examine the sometimes controversial public persona of this comedienne, actress and now daytime talk show host. <\/p>\n
Chosen: Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThose who were addicted to Buffy can now examine the series in-depth through the material presented in this course.<\/p>\n
The Office: Awesome, Awkward, & Addicting: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nLet\u2019s hope this course on the popular show isn\u2019t nearly as uncomfortable to watch. <\/p>\n
Calvin & Hobbes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis iconic comic was much more than just simple Saturday morning entertainment\u2013or so this course aims to show. <\/p>\n
Superheroes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat do superheroes really mean in our culture? Why create such figures? This course examines this and a myriad of other issues. <\/p>\n
American Pro Wrestling: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the words “MIT” and “pro wrestling” may not be two you\u2019d bring together, this course asks students at the tech-savvy school to think about the cultural implications of the often-theatrical wrestling world. <\/p>\n
American Soap Operas: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat is it about soap operas that make them so addicting? Students at MIT get a chance to delve into the logic behind these series in this course. <\/p>\n
It\u2019s News to Me: the Role of Media in Your Life: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nMost of us may not even realize how big of a role the media plays in our lives, but this course aims to bring it to the forefront. <\/p>\n
Zombies in Popular Media: Columbia College- Chicago<\/strong><\/h4>\nEvery year it seems like there are more and more movies about zombies. What is the fascination with these fictional creatures? Students at Columbia College can take this course and become zombie experts. <\/p>\n
Food and Drink<\/strong><\/h1>\nEverybody has to eat, so why not learn more about it from these courses?<\/p>\n
Food and Power in the Twentieth Century: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nIn this course, students learn how sometimes having all the food means having all the power. <\/p>\n
Kitchen Chemistry: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents in this course will learn how to turn their kitchens into their own private laboratories, teaching them not only about science but about cooking as well.<\/p>\n
Cultural Aspects of Food: Oneonta College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDo foods from your childhood elicit specific emotions from you? This course will delve into what the cultural connections we have with food are and why these relationships are so strong. <\/p>\n
Campus Culture and Drinking: Duke University<\/strong><\/h4>\nAs many students may have been sad to learn, this course doesn\u2019t encourage students to go get trashed, instead of asking them to more carefully consider the social and cultural aspects of drinking on campus.<\/p>\n
From Bean to Bar: The History, Politics, & Taste of Chocolate: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nChocoholics can take their love of the sweet substance one step further and learn how it goes from the field, gets processed and ends up in their mouths. <\/p>\n
Maple Syrup: The Real Thing: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile most students won\u2019t be pursuing a career as a maple syrup maker, this course offers to teach them everything they need to know about the business, should they decide they need a career change.<\/p>\n
Life Skills<\/strong><\/h1>\nCollege doesn\u2019t just have to be academic, as these courses that provide valuable life lessons prove.<\/p>\n
Tightwaddery, or The Good Life on a Dollar a Day: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the title might elicit some laughs, this course offers some sage advice on breaking the bonds of consumerism and fighting back against the status quo. And if that isn\u2019t part of a well-rounded college education then what is? <\/p>\n
Finding Dates Worth Keeping: University of Sioux Falls<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who find themselves constantly falling in love (or just in bed) with Mr. or Mrs. Wrong can take this course to learn to make better dating decisions. <\/p>\n
Field Equipment Operation: University of California, Davis<\/strong><\/h4>\nIt might have a fancy title, but this class gets down and dirty with teaching students how to drive a tractor. <\/p>\n
Getting Dressed: Princeton University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile many students wouldn\u2019t have made it to college without some idea of how to get dressed in the morning, this class takes it one step further and takes a look at what it really means <\/em>to wear those Uggs or backwards baseball cap. <\/p>\nBiblical Model for Home and Family: Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere you\u2019ll find a female-only course that will make all but the most traditional women bristle. With lessons on how to properly serve your husband and bake cookies, it\u2019s useful, no doubt\u2013but the lack of a male counterpart course is questionable.<\/p>\n
Furniture Making: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you might already feel like you know how to build furniture after a few intense Ikea assemblies, this course will teach you more in-depth ways of building just about anything around the home. <\/p>\n
How to Learn (Almost) Anything: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might seem odd to take a course on how to learn from the rest of your courses, this practical class from MIT asks students to use technology and tools to stretch their minds. <\/p>\n
Miscellaneous<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses touch on a wide range of interesting, if not always normal, subject matter.<\/p>\n
Nonviolent Responses to Terrorism: Swarthmore College<\/strong><\/h4>\nNews reports tell that most students today don\u2019t even know what year 9\/11 happened. With the memory of terrorism in the distant past (or so it seems) this course seems more and more relevant as anger fades and the American public grows tired of conflict.<\/p>\n
Stupidity: Occidental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat better topic to rail against at college than stupidity? This course examines it at depth from literary, social and philosophical perspectives. <\/p>\n
Daylighting: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course doesn\u2019t refer to the opposite of moonlighting, it is designed to help students learn how to better light things with, what else, the sun. <\/p>\n
Yes, some of these courses teeter between useful knowledge and just plain silly. Many however, offer great educational opportunities, even though the name doesn’t exactly reflect it. <\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Source: OnlineUniversities.com, 100 Hilarious College Courses that Really Exist<\/a><\/p>\n
What would college be without learning how to manage some rapids? This course offers to teach students just that.<\/p>\n
Circus Stunts: Triton College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you want to join the circus or just need a more interesting workout, this course can teach you all kinds of acrobatics. <\/p>\n
The Art of Walking: Centre College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you would think that most able-bodied students would know how to walk by the time they entered college, this course hopes to teach them to do it better, and more consciously. <\/p>\n
Tree Climbing: Cornell University<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who never learned to climb a tree as a child can now receive college-level education on the subject through this course. <\/p>\n
American Golf: Aristocratic Pastime or the People\u2019s Game?: Carnegie Mellon<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, students learn about the history and social aspects of golf. <\/p>\n
Knitting for Noobs: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFor many students, it\u2019s totally worth the cost of a college course to learn how to knit a few scarves.<\/p>\n
Golf Course Management: Tarleton State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis practical course will teach students how to take care of those greens and pesky sand traps. <\/p>\n
Popular Culture<\/strong><\/h1>\nFocusing on popular culture phenomena and icons, these courses catch a lot of guff for their seemingly superficial subject matter.<\/p>\n
Oprah Winfrey: The Tycoon: University of Illinois, Urbana<\/strong><\/h4>\n While no longer offered, this course gave students a chance to look deep into the life of one of the most successful and recognizable women in the world.<\/p>\n
How to Watch Television: Montclair University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThough most of us are pretty adept at turning on the TV and vegging out, this course aims to teach students how to watch TV actively.<\/p>\n
Through the Darkness of Future-Past: An Exploration of David Lynch\u2019s Twin Peaks: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDelve into the weird world of this TV cult classic in this course.<\/p>\n
Breaking the Rules: An Intellectual Discussion of Fight Club: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile perhaps not the newest movie, this film (and the book it\u2019s based upon, presumably) still elicits enough interest to have a course that talks all about the issues addressed within it. <\/p>\n
Video Game History: Rise of a New Medium: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you loved your NES back in the day or can\u2019t get enough X Box, this course teaches students about the history of games and where they\u2019re headed in the future.<\/p>\n
The Future is Lost: TV Series as Cultural Phenomenon: Tufts University<\/strong><\/h4>\nSome people might feel that Lost deserves its own course just because it\u2019s so darn hard to figure out what\u2019s happening in the series, but this course goes deeper, examining the popularity of shows like this and their expansion into other media. <\/p>\n
Goldberg\u2019s Canon: Makin\u2019 Whoopi: Bates College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile not offered since 2004, this course was the first and only to examine the sometimes controversial public persona of this comedienne, actress and now daytime talk show host. <\/p>\n
Chosen: Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThose who were addicted to Buffy can now examine the series in-depth through the material presented in this course.<\/p>\n
The Office: Awesome, Awkward, & Addicting: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nLet\u2019s hope this course on the popular show isn\u2019t nearly as uncomfortable to watch. <\/p>\n
Calvin & Hobbes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis iconic comic was much more than just simple Saturday morning entertainment\u2013or so this course aims to show. <\/p>\n
Superheroes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat do superheroes really mean in our culture? Why create such figures? This course examines this and a myriad of other issues. <\/p>\n
American Pro Wrestling: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the words “MIT” and “pro wrestling” may not be two you\u2019d bring together, this course asks students at the tech-savvy school to think about the cultural implications of the often-theatrical wrestling world. <\/p>\n
American Soap Operas: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat is it about soap operas that make them so addicting? Students at MIT get a chance to delve into the logic behind these series in this course. <\/p>\n
It\u2019s News to Me: the Role of Media in Your Life: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nMost of us may not even realize how big of a role the media plays in our lives, but this course aims to bring it to the forefront. <\/p>\n
Zombies in Popular Media: Columbia College- Chicago<\/strong><\/h4>\nEvery year it seems like there are more and more movies about zombies. What is the fascination with these fictional creatures? Students at Columbia College can take this course and become zombie experts. <\/p>\n
Food and Drink<\/strong><\/h1>\nEverybody has to eat, so why not learn more about it from these courses?<\/p>\n
Food and Power in the Twentieth Century: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nIn this course, students learn how sometimes having all the food means having all the power. <\/p>\n
Kitchen Chemistry: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents in this course will learn how to turn their kitchens into their own private laboratories, teaching them not only about science but about cooking as well.<\/p>\n
Cultural Aspects of Food: Oneonta College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDo foods from your childhood elicit specific emotions from you? This course will delve into what the cultural connections we have with food are and why these relationships are so strong. <\/p>\n
Campus Culture and Drinking: Duke University<\/strong><\/h4>\nAs many students may have been sad to learn, this course doesn\u2019t encourage students to go get trashed, instead of asking them to more carefully consider the social and cultural aspects of drinking on campus.<\/p>\n
From Bean to Bar: The History, Politics, & Taste of Chocolate: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nChocoholics can take their love of the sweet substance one step further and learn how it goes from the field, gets processed and ends up in their mouths. <\/p>\n
Maple Syrup: The Real Thing: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile most students won\u2019t be pursuing a career as a maple syrup maker, this course offers to teach them everything they need to know about the business, should they decide they need a career change.<\/p>\n
Life Skills<\/strong><\/h1>\nCollege doesn\u2019t just have to be academic, as these courses that provide valuable life lessons prove.<\/p>\n
Tightwaddery, or The Good Life on a Dollar a Day: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the title might elicit some laughs, this course offers some sage advice on breaking the bonds of consumerism and fighting back against the status quo. And if that isn\u2019t part of a well-rounded college education then what is? <\/p>\n
Finding Dates Worth Keeping: University of Sioux Falls<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who find themselves constantly falling in love (or just in bed) with Mr. or Mrs. Wrong can take this course to learn to make better dating decisions. <\/p>\n
Field Equipment Operation: University of California, Davis<\/strong><\/h4>\nIt might have a fancy title, but this class gets down and dirty with teaching students how to drive a tractor. <\/p>\n
Getting Dressed: Princeton University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile many students wouldn\u2019t have made it to college without some idea of how to get dressed in the morning, this class takes it one step further and takes a look at what it really means <\/em>to wear those Uggs or backwards baseball cap. <\/p>\nBiblical Model for Home and Family: Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere you\u2019ll find a female-only course that will make all but the most traditional women bristle. With lessons on how to properly serve your husband and bake cookies, it\u2019s useful, no doubt\u2013but the lack of a male counterpart course is questionable.<\/p>\n
Furniture Making: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you might already feel like you know how to build furniture after a few intense Ikea assemblies, this course will teach you more in-depth ways of building just about anything around the home. <\/p>\n
How to Learn (Almost) Anything: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might seem odd to take a course on how to learn from the rest of your courses, this practical class from MIT asks students to use technology and tools to stretch their minds. <\/p>\n
Miscellaneous<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses touch on a wide range of interesting, if not always normal, subject matter.<\/p>\n
Nonviolent Responses to Terrorism: Swarthmore College<\/strong><\/h4>\nNews reports tell that most students today don\u2019t even know what year 9\/11 happened. With the memory of terrorism in the distant past (or so it seems) this course seems more and more relevant as anger fades and the American public grows tired of conflict.<\/p>\n
Stupidity: Occidental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat better topic to rail against at college than stupidity? This course examines it at depth from literary, social and philosophical perspectives. <\/p>\n
Daylighting: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course doesn\u2019t refer to the opposite of moonlighting, it is designed to help students learn how to better light things with, what else, the sun. <\/p>\n
Yes, some of these courses teeter between useful knowledge and just plain silly. Many however, offer great educational opportunities, even though the name doesn’t exactly reflect it. <\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Source: OnlineUniversities.com, 100 Hilarious College Courses that Really Exist<\/a><\/p>\n
While you would think that most able-bodied students would know how to walk by the time they entered college, this course hopes to teach them to do it better, and more consciously. <\/p>\n
Tree Climbing: Cornell University<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who never learned to climb a tree as a child can now receive college-level education on the subject through this course. <\/p>\n
American Golf: Aristocratic Pastime or the People\u2019s Game?: Carnegie Mellon<\/strong><\/h4>\nThrough this course, students learn about the history and social aspects of golf. <\/p>\n
Knitting for Noobs: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFor many students, it\u2019s totally worth the cost of a college course to learn how to knit a few scarves.<\/p>\n
Golf Course Management: Tarleton State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis practical course will teach students how to take care of those greens and pesky sand traps. <\/p>\n
Popular Culture<\/strong><\/h1>\nFocusing on popular culture phenomena and icons, these courses catch a lot of guff for their seemingly superficial subject matter.<\/p>\n
Oprah Winfrey: The Tycoon: University of Illinois, Urbana<\/strong><\/h4>\n While no longer offered, this course gave students a chance to look deep into the life of one of the most successful and recognizable women in the world.<\/p>\n
How to Watch Television: Montclair University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThough most of us are pretty adept at turning on the TV and vegging out, this course aims to teach students how to watch TV actively.<\/p>\n
Through the Darkness of Future-Past: An Exploration of David Lynch\u2019s Twin Peaks: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDelve into the weird world of this TV cult classic in this course.<\/p>\n
Breaking the Rules: An Intellectual Discussion of Fight Club: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile perhaps not the newest movie, this film (and the book it\u2019s based upon, presumably) still elicits enough interest to have a course that talks all about the issues addressed within it. <\/p>\n
Video Game History: Rise of a New Medium: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you loved your NES back in the day or can\u2019t get enough X Box, this course teaches students about the history of games and where they\u2019re headed in the future.<\/p>\n
The Future is Lost: TV Series as Cultural Phenomenon: Tufts University<\/strong><\/h4>\nSome people might feel that Lost deserves its own course just because it\u2019s so darn hard to figure out what\u2019s happening in the series, but this course goes deeper, examining the popularity of shows like this and their expansion into other media. <\/p>\n
Goldberg\u2019s Canon: Makin\u2019 Whoopi: Bates College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile not offered since 2004, this course was the first and only to examine the sometimes controversial public persona of this comedienne, actress and now daytime talk show host. <\/p>\n
Chosen: Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThose who were addicted to Buffy can now examine the series in-depth through the material presented in this course.<\/p>\n
The Office: Awesome, Awkward, & Addicting: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nLet\u2019s hope this course on the popular show isn\u2019t nearly as uncomfortable to watch. <\/p>\n
Calvin & Hobbes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis iconic comic was much more than just simple Saturday morning entertainment\u2013or so this course aims to show. <\/p>\n
Superheroes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat do superheroes really mean in our culture? Why create such figures? This course examines this and a myriad of other issues. <\/p>\n
American Pro Wrestling: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the words “MIT” and “pro wrestling” may not be two you\u2019d bring together, this course asks students at the tech-savvy school to think about the cultural implications of the often-theatrical wrestling world. <\/p>\n
American Soap Operas: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat is it about soap operas that make them so addicting? Students at MIT get a chance to delve into the logic behind these series in this course. <\/p>\n
It\u2019s News to Me: the Role of Media in Your Life: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nMost of us may not even realize how big of a role the media plays in our lives, but this course aims to bring it to the forefront. <\/p>\n
Zombies in Popular Media: Columbia College- Chicago<\/strong><\/h4>\nEvery year it seems like there are more and more movies about zombies. What is the fascination with these fictional creatures? Students at Columbia College can take this course and become zombie experts. <\/p>\n
Food and Drink<\/strong><\/h1>\nEverybody has to eat, so why not learn more about it from these courses?<\/p>\n
Food and Power in the Twentieth Century: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nIn this course, students learn how sometimes having all the food means having all the power. <\/p>\n
Kitchen Chemistry: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents in this course will learn how to turn their kitchens into their own private laboratories, teaching them not only about science but about cooking as well.<\/p>\n
Cultural Aspects of Food: Oneonta College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDo foods from your childhood elicit specific emotions from you? This course will delve into what the cultural connections we have with food are and why these relationships are so strong. <\/p>\n
Campus Culture and Drinking: Duke University<\/strong><\/h4>\nAs many students may have been sad to learn, this course doesn\u2019t encourage students to go get trashed, instead of asking them to more carefully consider the social and cultural aspects of drinking on campus.<\/p>\n
From Bean to Bar: The History, Politics, & Taste of Chocolate: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nChocoholics can take their love of the sweet substance one step further and learn how it goes from the field, gets processed and ends up in their mouths. <\/p>\n
Maple Syrup: The Real Thing: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile most students won\u2019t be pursuing a career as a maple syrup maker, this course offers to teach them everything they need to know about the business, should they decide they need a career change.<\/p>\n
Life Skills<\/strong><\/h1>\nCollege doesn\u2019t just have to be academic, as these courses that provide valuable life lessons prove.<\/p>\n
Tightwaddery, or The Good Life on a Dollar a Day: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the title might elicit some laughs, this course offers some sage advice on breaking the bonds of consumerism and fighting back against the status quo. And if that isn\u2019t part of a well-rounded college education then what is? <\/p>\n
Finding Dates Worth Keeping: University of Sioux Falls<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who find themselves constantly falling in love (or just in bed) with Mr. or Mrs. Wrong can take this course to learn to make better dating decisions. <\/p>\n
Field Equipment Operation: University of California, Davis<\/strong><\/h4>\nIt might have a fancy title, but this class gets down and dirty with teaching students how to drive a tractor. <\/p>\n
Getting Dressed: Princeton University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile many students wouldn\u2019t have made it to college without some idea of how to get dressed in the morning, this class takes it one step further and takes a look at what it really means <\/em>to wear those Uggs or backwards baseball cap. <\/p>\nBiblical Model for Home and Family: Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere you\u2019ll find a female-only course that will make all but the most traditional women bristle. With lessons on how to properly serve your husband and bake cookies, it\u2019s useful, no doubt\u2013but the lack of a male counterpart course is questionable.<\/p>\n
Furniture Making: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you might already feel like you know how to build furniture after a few intense Ikea assemblies, this course will teach you more in-depth ways of building just about anything around the home. <\/p>\n
How to Learn (Almost) Anything: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might seem odd to take a course on how to learn from the rest of your courses, this practical class from MIT asks students to use technology and tools to stretch their minds. <\/p>\n
Miscellaneous<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses touch on a wide range of interesting, if not always normal, subject matter.<\/p>\n
Nonviolent Responses to Terrorism: Swarthmore College<\/strong><\/h4>\nNews reports tell that most students today don\u2019t even know what year 9\/11 happened. With the memory of terrorism in the distant past (or so it seems) this course seems more and more relevant as anger fades and the American public grows tired of conflict.<\/p>\n
Stupidity: Occidental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat better topic to rail against at college than stupidity? This course examines it at depth from literary, social and philosophical perspectives. <\/p>\n
Daylighting: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course doesn\u2019t refer to the opposite of moonlighting, it is designed to help students learn how to better light things with, what else, the sun. <\/p>\n
Yes, some of these courses teeter between useful knowledge and just plain silly. Many however, offer great educational opportunities, even though the name doesn’t exactly reflect it. <\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Source: OnlineUniversities.com, 100 Hilarious College Courses that Really Exist<\/a><\/p>\n
Through this course, students learn about the history and social aspects of golf. <\/p>\n
Knitting for Noobs: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nFor many students, it\u2019s totally worth the cost of a college course to learn how to knit a few scarves.<\/p>\n
Golf Course Management: Tarleton State University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis practical course will teach students how to take care of those greens and pesky sand traps. <\/p>\n
Popular Culture<\/strong><\/h1>\nFocusing on popular culture phenomena and icons, these courses catch a lot of guff for their seemingly superficial subject matter.<\/p>\n
Oprah Winfrey: The Tycoon: University of Illinois, Urbana<\/strong><\/h4>\n While no longer offered, this course gave students a chance to look deep into the life of one of the most successful and recognizable women in the world.<\/p>\n
How to Watch Television: Montclair University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThough most of us are pretty adept at turning on the TV and vegging out, this course aims to teach students how to watch TV actively.<\/p>\n
Through the Darkness of Future-Past: An Exploration of David Lynch\u2019s Twin Peaks: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDelve into the weird world of this TV cult classic in this course.<\/p>\n
Breaking the Rules: An Intellectual Discussion of Fight Club: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile perhaps not the newest movie, this film (and the book it\u2019s based upon, presumably) still elicits enough interest to have a course that talks all about the issues addressed within it. <\/p>\n
Video Game History: Rise of a New Medium: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you loved your NES back in the day or can\u2019t get enough X Box, this course teaches students about the history of games and where they\u2019re headed in the future.<\/p>\n
The Future is Lost: TV Series as Cultural Phenomenon: Tufts University<\/strong><\/h4>\nSome people might feel that Lost deserves its own course just because it\u2019s so darn hard to figure out what\u2019s happening in the series, but this course goes deeper, examining the popularity of shows like this and their expansion into other media. <\/p>\n
Goldberg\u2019s Canon: Makin\u2019 Whoopi: Bates College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile not offered since 2004, this course was the first and only to examine the sometimes controversial public persona of this comedienne, actress and now daytime talk show host. <\/p>\n
Chosen: Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThose who were addicted to Buffy can now examine the series in-depth through the material presented in this course.<\/p>\n
The Office: Awesome, Awkward, & Addicting: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nLet\u2019s hope this course on the popular show isn\u2019t nearly as uncomfortable to watch. <\/p>\n
Calvin & Hobbes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis iconic comic was much more than just simple Saturday morning entertainment\u2013or so this course aims to show. <\/p>\n
Superheroes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat do superheroes really mean in our culture? Why create such figures? This course examines this and a myriad of other issues. <\/p>\n
American Pro Wrestling: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the words “MIT” and “pro wrestling” may not be two you\u2019d bring together, this course asks students at the tech-savvy school to think about the cultural implications of the often-theatrical wrestling world. <\/p>\n
American Soap Operas: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat is it about soap operas that make them so addicting? Students at MIT get a chance to delve into the logic behind these series in this course. <\/p>\n
It\u2019s News to Me: the Role of Media in Your Life: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nMost of us may not even realize how big of a role the media plays in our lives, but this course aims to bring it to the forefront. <\/p>\n
Zombies in Popular Media: Columbia College- Chicago<\/strong><\/h4>\nEvery year it seems like there are more and more movies about zombies. What is the fascination with these fictional creatures? Students at Columbia College can take this course and become zombie experts. <\/p>\n
Food and Drink<\/strong><\/h1>\nEverybody has to eat, so why not learn more about it from these courses?<\/p>\n
Food and Power in the Twentieth Century: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nIn this course, students learn how sometimes having all the food means having all the power. <\/p>\n
Kitchen Chemistry: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents in this course will learn how to turn their kitchens into their own private laboratories, teaching them not only about science but about cooking as well.<\/p>\n
Cultural Aspects of Food: Oneonta College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDo foods from your childhood elicit specific emotions from you? This course will delve into what the cultural connections we have with food are and why these relationships are so strong. <\/p>\n
Campus Culture and Drinking: Duke University<\/strong><\/h4>\nAs many students may have been sad to learn, this course doesn\u2019t encourage students to go get trashed, instead of asking them to more carefully consider the social and cultural aspects of drinking on campus.<\/p>\n
From Bean to Bar: The History, Politics, & Taste of Chocolate: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nChocoholics can take their love of the sweet substance one step further and learn how it goes from the field, gets processed and ends up in their mouths. <\/p>\n
Maple Syrup: The Real Thing: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile most students won\u2019t be pursuing a career as a maple syrup maker, this course offers to teach them everything they need to know about the business, should they decide they need a career change.<\/p>\n
Life Skills<\/strong><\/h1>\nCollege doesn\u2019t just have to be academic, as these courses that provide valuable life lessons prove.<\/p>\n
Tightwaddery, or The Good Life on a Dollar a Day: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the title might elicit some laughs, this course offers some sage advice on breaking the bonds of consumerism and fighting back against the status quo. And if that isn\u2019t part of a well-rounded college education then what is? <\/p>\n
Finding Dates Worth Keeping: University of Sioux Falls<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who find themselves constantly falling in love (or just in bed) with Mr. or Mrs. Wrong can take this course to learn to make better dating decisions. <\/p>\n
Field Equipment Operation: University of California, Davis<\/strong><\/h4>\nIt might have a fancy title, but this class gets down and dirty with teaching students how to drive a tractor. <\/p>\n
Getting Dressed: Princeton University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile many students wouldn\u2019t have made it to college without some idea of how to get dressed in the morning, this class takes it one step further and takes a look at what it really means <\/em>to wear those Uggs or backwards baseball cap. <\/p>\nBiblical Model for Home and Family: Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere you\u2019ll find a female-only course that will make all but the most traditional women bristle. With lessons on how to properly serve your husband and bake cookies, it\u2019s useful, no doubt\u2013but the lack of a male counterpart course is questionable.<\/p>\n
Furniture Making: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you might already feel like you know how to build furniture after a few intense Ikea assemblies, this course will teach you more in-depth ways of building just about anything around the home. <\/p>\n
How to Learn (Almost) Anything: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might seem odd to take a course on how to learn from the rest of your courses, this practical class from MIT asks students to use technology and tools to stretch their minds. <\/p>\n
Miscellaneous<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses touch on a wide range of interesting, if not always normal, subject matter.<\/p>\n
Nonviolent Responses to Terrorism: Swarthmore College<\/strong><\/h4>\nNews reports tell that most students today don\u2019t even know what year 9\/11 happened. With the memory of terrorism in the distant past (or so it seems) this course seems more and more relevant as anger fades and the American public grows tired of conflict.<\/p>\n
Stupidity: Occidental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat better topic to rail against at college than stupidity? This course examines it at depth from literary, social and philosophical perspectives. <\/p>\n
Daylighting: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course doesn\u2019t refer to the opposite of moonlighting, it is designed to help students learn how to better light things with, what else, the sun. <\/p>\n
Yes, some of these courses teeter between useful knowledge and just plain silly. Many however, offer great educational opportunities, even though the name doesn’t exactly reflect it. <\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Source: OnlineUniversities.com, 100 Hilarious College Courses that Really Exist<\/a><\/p>\n
This practical course will teach students how to take care of those greens and pesky sand traps. <\/p>\n
Popular Culture<\/strong><\/h1>\nFocusing on popular culture phenomena and icons, these courses catch a lot of guff for their seemingly superficial subject matter.<\/p>\n
Oprah Winfrey: The Tycoon: University of Illinois, Urbana<\/strong><\/h4>\n While no longer offered, this course gave students a chance to look deep into the life of one of the most successful and recognizable women in the world.<\/p>\n
How to Watch Television: Montclair University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThough most of us are pretty adept at turning on the TV and vegging out, this course aims to teach students how to watch TV actively.<\/p>\n
Through the Darkness of Future-Past: An Exploration of David Lynch\u2019s Twin Peaks: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDelve into the weird world of this TV cult classic in this course.<\/p>\n
Breaking the Rules: An Intellectual Discussion of Fight Club: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile perhaps not the newest movie, this film (and the book it\u2019s based upon, presumably) still elicits enough interest to have a course that talks all about the issues addressed within it. <\/p>\n
Video Game History: Rise of a New Medium: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you loved your NES back in the day or can\u2019t get enough X Box, this course teaches students about the history of games and where they\u2019re headed in the future.<\/p>\n
The Future is Lost: TV Series as Cultural Phenomenon: Tufts University<\/strong><\/h4>\nSome people might feel that Lost deserves its own course just because it\u2019s so darn hard to figure out what\u2019s happening in the series, but this course goes deeper, examining the popularity of shows like this and their expansion into other media. <\/p>\n
Goldberg\u2019s Canon: Makin\u2019 Whoopi: Bates College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile not offered since 2004, this course was the first and only to examine the sometimes controversial public persona of this comedienne, actress and now daytime talk show host. <\/p>\n
Chosen: Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThose who were addicted to Buffy can now examine the series in-depth through the material presented in this course.<\/p>\n
The Office: Awesome, Awkward, & Addicting: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nLet\u2019s hope this course on the popular show isn\u2019t nearly as uncomfortable to watch. <\/p>\n
Calvin & Hobbes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis iconic comic was much more than just simple Saturday morning entertainment\u2013or so this course aims to show. <\/p>\n
Superheroes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat do superheroes really mean in our culture? Why create such figures? This course examines this and a myriad of other issues. <\/p>\n
American Pro Wrestling: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the words “MIT” and “pro wrestling” may not be two you\u2019d bring together, this course asks students at the tech-savvy school to think about the cultural implications of the often-theatrical wrestling world. <\/p>\n
American Soap Operas: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat is it about soap operas that make them so addicting? Students at MIT get a chance to delve into the logic behind these series in this course. <\/p>\n
It\u2019s News to Me: the Role of Media in Your Life: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nMost of us may not even realize how big of a role the media plays in our lives, but this course aims to bring it to the forefront. <\/p>\n
Zombies in Popular Media: Columbia College- Chicago<\/strong><\/h4>\nEvery year it seems like there are more and more movies about zombies. What is the fascination with these fictional creatures? Students at Columbia College can take this course and become zombie experts. <\/p>\n
Food and Drink<\/strong><\/h1>\nEverybody has to eat, so why not learn more about it from these courses?<\/p>\n
Food and Power in the Twentieth Century: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nIn this course, students learn how sometimes having all the food means having all the power. <\/p>\n
Kitchen Chemistry: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents in this course will learn how to turn their kitchens into their own private laboratories, teaching them not only about science but about cooking as well.<\/p>\n
Cultural Aspects of Food: Oneonta College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDo foods from your childhood elicit specific emotions from you? This course will delve into what the cultural connections we have with food are and why these relationships are so strong. <\/p>\n
Campus Culture and Drinking: Duke University<\/strong><\/h4>\nAs many students may have been sad to learn, this course doesn\u2019t encourage students to go get trashed, instead of asking them to more carefully consider the social and cultural aspects of drinking on campus.<\/p>\n
From Bean to Bar: The History, Politics, & Taste of Chocolate: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nChocoholics can take their love of the sweet substance one step further and learn how it goes from the field, gets processed and ends up in their mouths. <\/p>\n
Maple Syrup: The Real Thing: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile most students won\u2019t be pursuing a career as a maple syrup maker, this course offers to teach them everything they need to know about the business, should they decide they need a career change.<\/p>\n
Life Skills<\/strong><\/h1>\nCollege doesn\u2019t just have to be academic, as these courses that provide valuable life lessons prove.<\/p>\n
Tightwaddery, or The Good Life on a Dollar a Day: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the title might elicit some laughs, this course offers some sage advice on breaking the bonds of consumerism and fighting back against the status quo. And if that isn\u2019t part of a well-rounded college education then what is? <\/p>\n
Finding Dates Worth Keeping: University of Sioux Falls<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who find themselves constantly falling in love (or just in bed) with Mr. or Mrs. Wrong can take this course to learn to make better dating decisions. <\/p>\n
Field Equipment Operation: University of California, Davis<\/strong><\/h4>\nIt might have a fancy title, but this class gets down and dirty with teaching students how to drive a tractor. <\/p>\n
Getting Dressed: Princeton University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile many students wouldn\u2019t have made it to college without some idea of how to get dressed in the morning, this class takes it one step further and takes a look at what it really means <\/em>to wear those Uggs or backwards baseball cap. <\/p>\nBiblical Model for Home and Family: Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere you\u2019ll find a female-only course that will make all but the most traditional women bristle. With lessons on how to properly serve your husband and bake cookies, it\u2019s useful, no doubt\u2013but the lack of a male counterpart course is questionable.<\/p>\n
Furniture Making: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you might already feel like you know how to build furniture after a few intense Ikea assemblies, this course will teach you more in-depth ways of building just about anything around the home. <\/p>\n
How to Learn (Almost) Anything: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might seem odd to take a course on how to learn from the rest of your courses, this practical class from MIT asks students to use technology and tools to stretch their minds. <\/p>\n
Miscellaneous<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses touch on a wide range of interesting, if not always normal, subject matter.<\/p>\n
Nonviolent Responses to Terrorism: Swarthmore College<\/strong><\/h4>\nNews reports tell that most students today don\u2019t even know what year 9\/11 happened. With the memory of terrorism in the distant past (or so it seems) this course seems more and more relevant as anger fades and the American public grows tired of conflict.<\/p>\n
Stupidity: Occidental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat better topic to rail against at college than stupidity? This course examines it at depth from literary, social and philosophical perspectives. <\/p>\n
Daylighting: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course doesn\u2019t refer to the opposite of moonlighting, it is designed to help students learn how to better light things with, what else, the sun. <\/p>\n
Yes, some of these courses teeter between useful knowledge and just plain silly. Many however, offer great educational opportunities, even though the name doesn’t exactly reflect it. <\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Source: OnlineUniversities.com, 100 Hilarious College Courses that Really Exist<\/a><\/p>\n
While no longer offered, this course gave students a chance to look deep into the life of one of the most successful and recognizable women in the world.<\/p>\n
How to Watch Television: Montclair University<\/strong><\/h4>\nThough most of us are pretty adept at turning on the TV and vegging out, this course aims to teach students how to watch TV actively.<\/p>\n
Through the Darkness of Future-Past: An Exploration of David Lynch\u2019s Twin Peaks: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDelve into the weird world of this TV cult classic in this course.<\/p>\n
Breaking the Rules: An Intellectual Discussion of Fight Club: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile perhaps not the newest movie, this film (and the book it\u2019s based upon, presumably) still elicits enough interest to have a course that talks all about the issues addressed within it. <\/p>\n
Video Game History: Rise of a New Medium: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you loved your NES back in the day or can\u2019t get enough X Box, this course teaches students about the history of games and where they\u2019re headed in the future.<\/p>\n
The Future is Lost: TV Series as Cultural Phenomenon: Tufts University<\/strong><\/h4>\nSome people might feel that Lost deserves its own course just because it\u2019s so darn hard to figure out what\u2019s happening in the series, but this course goes deeper, examining the popularity of shows like this and their expansion into other media. <\/p>\n
Goldberg\u2019s Canon: Makin\u2019 Whoopi: Bates College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile not offered since 2004, this course was the first and only to examine the sometimes controversial public persona of this comedienne, actress and now daytime talk show host. <\/p>\n
Chosen: Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThose who were addicted to Buffy can now examine the series in-depth through the material presented in this course.<\/p>\n
The Office: Awesome, Awkward, & Addicting: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nLet\u2019s hope this course on the popular show isn\u2019t nearly as uncomfortable to watch. <\/p>\n
Calvin & Hobbes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis iconic comic was much more than just simple Saturday morning entertainment\u2013or so this course aims to show. <\/p>\n
Superheroes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat do superheroes really mean in our culture? Why create such figures? This course examines this and a myriad of other issues. <\/p>\n
American Pro Wrestling: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the words “MIT” and “pro wrestling” may not be two you\u2019d bring together, this course asks students at the tech-savvy school to think about the cultural implications of the often-theatrical wrestling world. <\/p>\n
American Soap Operas: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat is it about soap operas that make them so addicting? Students at MIT get a chance to delve into the logic behind these series in this course. <\/p>\n
It\u2019s News to Me: the Role of Media in Your Life: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nMost of us may not even realize how big of a role the media plays in our lives, but this course aims to bring it to the forefront. <\/p>\n
Zombies in Popular Media: Columbia College- Chicago<\/strong><\/h4>\nEvery year it seems like there are more and more movies about zombies. What is the fascination with these fictional creatures? Students at Columbia College can take this course and become zombie experts. <\/p>\n
Food and Drink<\/strong><\/h1>\nEverybody has to eat, so why not learn more about it from these courses?<\/p>\n
Food and Power in the Twentieth Century: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nIn this course, students learn how sometimes having all the food means having all the power. <\/p>\n
Kitchen Chemistry: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents in this course will learn how to turn their kitchens into their own private laboratories, teaching them not only about science but about cooking as well.<\/p>\n
Cultural Aspects of Food: Oneonta College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDo foods from your childhood elicit specific emotions from you? This course will delve into what the cultural connections we have with food are and why these relationships are so strong. <\/p>\n
Campus Culture and Drinking: Duke University<\/strong><\/h4>\nAs many students may have been sad to learn, this course doesn\u2019t encourage students to go get trashed, instead of asking them to more carefully consider the social and cultural aspects of drinking on campus.<\/p>\n
From Bean to Bar: The History, Politics, & Taste of Chocolate: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nChocoholics can take their love of the sweet substance one step further and learn how it goes from the field, gets processed and ends up in their mouths. <\/p>\n
Maple Syrup: The Real Thing: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile most students won\u2019t be pursuing a career as a maple syrup maker, this course offers to teach them everything they need to know about the business, should they decide they need a career change.<\/p>\n
Life Skills<\/strong><\/h1>\nCollege doesn\u2019t just have to be academic, as these courses that provide valuable life lessons prove.<\/p>\n
Tightwaddery, or The Good Life on a Dollar a Day: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the title might elicit some laughs, this course offers some sage advice on breaking the bonds of consumerism and fighting back against the status quo. And if that isn\u2019t part of a well-rounded college education then what is? <\/p>\n
Finding Dates Worth Keeping: University of Sioux Falls<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who find themselves constantly falling in love (or just in bed) with Mr. or Mrs. Wrong can take this course to learn to make better dating decisions. <\/p>\n
Field Equipment Operation: University of California, Davis<\/strong><\/h4>\nIt might have a fancy title, but this class gets down and dirty with teaching students how to drive a tractor. <\/p>\n
Getting Dressed: Princeton University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile many students wouldn\u2019t have made it to college without some idea of how to get dressed in the morning, this class takes it one step further and takes a look at what it really means <\/em>to wear those Uggs or backwards baseball cap. <\/p>\nBiblical Model for Home and Family: Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere you\u2019ll find a female-only course that will make all but the most traditional women bristle. With lessons on how to properly serve your husband and bake cookies, it\u2019s useful, no doubt\u2013but the lack of a male counterpart course is questionable.<\/p>\n
Furniture Making: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you might already feel like you know how to build furniture after a few intense Ikea assemblies, this course will teach you more in-depth ways of building just about anything around the home. <\/p>\n
How to Learn (Almost) Anything: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might seem odd to take a course on how to learn from the rest of your courses, this practical class from MIT asks students to use technology and tools to stretch their minds. <\/p>\n
Miscellaneous<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses touch on a wide range of interesting, if not always normal, subject matter.<\/p>\n
Nonviolent Responses to Terrorism: Swarthmore College<\/strong><\/h4>\nNews reports tell that most students today don\u2019t even know what year 9\/11 happened. With the memory of terrorism in the distant past (or so it seems) this course seems more and more relevant as anger fades and the American public grows tired of conflict.<\/p>\n
Stupidity: Occidental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat better topic to rail against at college than stupidity? This course examines it at depth from literary, social and philosophical perspectives. <\/p>\n
Daylighting: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course doesn\u2019t refer to the opposite of moonlighting, it is designed to help students learn how to better light things with, what else, the sun. <\/p>\n
Yes, some of these courses teeter between useful knowledge and just plain silly. Many however, offer great educational opportunities, even though the name doesn’t exactly reflect it. <\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Source: OnlineUniversities.com, 100 Hilarious College Courses that Really Exist<\/a><\/p>\n
Delve into the weird world of this TV cult classic in this course.<\/p>\n
Breaking the Rules: An Intellectual Discussion of Fight Club: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile perhaps not the newest movie, this film (and the book it\u2019s based upon, presumably) still elicits enough interest to have a course that talks all about the issues addressed within it. <\/p>\n
Video Game History: Rise of a New Medium: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhether you loved your NES back in the day or can\u2019t get enough X Box, this course teaches students about the history of games and where they\u2019re headed in the future.<\/p>\n
The Future is Lost: TV Series as Cultural Phenomenon: Tufts University<\/strong><\/h4>\nSome people might feel that Lost deserves its own course just because it\u2019s so darn hard to figure out what\u2019s happening in the series, but this course goes deeper, examining the popularity of shows like this and their expansion into other media. <\/p>\n
Goldberg\u2019s Canon: Makin\u2019 Whoopi: Bates College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile not offered since 2004, this course was the first and only to examine the sometimes controversial public persona of this comedienne, actress and now daytime talk show host. <\/p>\n
Chosen: Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThose who were addicted to Buffy can now examine the series in-depth through the material presented in this course.<\/p>\n
The Office: Awesome, Awkward, & Addicting: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nLet\u2019s hope this course on the popular show isn\u2019t nearly as uncomfortable to watch. <\/p>\n
Calvin & Hobbes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis iconic comic was much more than just simple Saturday morning entertainment\u2013or so this course aims to show. <\/p>\n
Superheroes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat do superheroes really mean in our culture? Why create such figures? This course examines this and a myriad of other issues. <\/p>\n
American Pro Wrestling: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the words “MIT” and “pro wrestling” may not be two you\u2019d bring together, this course asks students at the tech-savvy school to think about the cultural implications of the often-theatrical wrestling world. <\/p>\n
American Soap Operas: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat is it about soap operas that make them so addicting? Students at MIT get a chance to delve into the logic behind these series in this course. <\/p>\n
It\u2019s News to Me: the Role of Media in Your Life: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nMost of us may not even realize how big of a role the media plays in our lives, but this course aims to bring it to the forefront. <\/p>\n
Zombies in Popular Media: Columbia College- Chicago<\/strong><\/h4>\nEvery year it seems like there are more and more movies about zombies. What is the fascination with these fictional creatures? Students at Columbia College can take this course and become zombie experts. <\/p>\n
Food and Drink<\/strong><\/h1>\nEverybody has to eat, so why not learn more about it from these courses?<\/p>\n
Food and Power in the Twentieth Century: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nIn this course, students learn how sometimes having all the food means having all the power. <\/p>\n
Kitchen Chemistry: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents in this course will learn how to turn their kitchens into their own private laboratories, teaching them not only about science but about cooking as well.<\/p>\n
Cultural Aspects of Food: Oneonta College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDo foods from your childhood elicit specific emotions from you? This course will delve into what the cultural connections we have with food are and why these relationships are so strong. <\/p>\n
Campus Culture and Drinking: Duke University<\/strong><\/h4>\nAs many students may have been sad to learn, this course doesn\u2019t encourage students to go get trashed, instead of asking them to more carefully consider the social and cultural aspects of drinking on campus.<\/p>\n
From Bean to Bar: The History, Politics, & Taste of Chocolate: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nChocoholics can take their love of the sweet substance one step further and learn how it goes from the field, gets processed and ends up in their mouths. <\/p>\n
Maple Syrup: The Real Thing: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile most students won\u2019t be pursuing a career as a maple syrup maker, this course offers to teach them everything they need to know about the business, should they decide they need a career change.<\/p>\n
Life Skills<\/strong><\/h1>\nCollege doesn\u2019t just have to be academic, as these courses that provide valuable life lessons prove.<\/p>\n
Tightwaddery, or The Good Life on a Dollar a Day: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the title might elicit some laughs, this course offers some sage advice on breaking the bonds of consumerism and fighting back against the status quo. And if that isn\u2019t part of a well-rounded college education then what is? <\/p>\n
Finding Dates Worth Keeping: University of Sioux Falls<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who find themselves constantly falling in love (or just in bed) with Mr. or Mrs. Wrong can take this course to learn to make better dating decisions. <\/p>\n
Field Equipment Operation: University of California, Davis<\/strong><\/h4>\nIt might have a fancy title, but this class gets down and dirty with teaching students how to drive a tractor. <\/p>\n
Getting Dressed: Princeton University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile many students wouldn\u2019t have made it to college without some idea of how to get dressed in the morning, this class takes it one step further and takes a look at what it really means <\/em>to wear those Uggs or backwards baseball cap. <\/p>\nBiblical Model for Home and Family: Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere you\u2019ll find a female-only course that will make all but the most traditional women bristle. With lessons on how to properly serve your husband and bake cookies, it\u2019s useful, no doubt\u2013but the lack of a male counterpart course is questionable.<\/p>\n
Furniture Making: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you might already feel like you know how to build furniture after a few intense Ikea assemblies, this course will teach you more in-depth ways of building just about anything around the home. <\/p>\n
How to Learn (Almost) Anything: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might seem odd to take a course on how to learn from the rest of your courses, this practical class from MIT asks students to use technology and tools to stretch their minds. <\/p>\n
Miscellaneous<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses touch on a wide range of interesting, if not always normal, subject matter.<\/p>\n
Nonviolent Responses to Terrorism: Swarthmore College<\/strong><\/h4>\nNews reports tell that most students today don\u2019t even know what year 9\/11 happened. With the memory of terrorism in the distant past (or so it seems) this course seems more and more relevant as anger fades and the American public grows tired of conflict.<\/p>\n
Stupidity: Occidental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat better topic to rail against at college than stupidity? This course examines it at depth from literary, social and philosophical perspectives. <\/p>\n
Daylighting: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course doesn\u2019t refer to the opposite of moonlighting, it is designed to help students learn how to better light things with, what else, the sun. <\/p>\n
Yes, some of these courses teeter between useful knowledge and just plain silly. Many however, offer great educational opportunities, even though the name doesn’t exactly reflect it. <\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Source: OnlineUniversities.com, 100 Hilarious College Courses that Really Exist<\/a><\/p>\n
Whether you loved your NES back in the day or can\u2019t get enough X Box, this course teaches students about the history of games and where they\u2019re headed in the future.<\/p>\n
The Future is Lost: TV Series as Cultural Phenomenon: Tufts University<\/strong><\/h4>\nSome people might feel that Lost deserves its own course just because it\u2019s so darn hard to figure out what\u2019s happening in the series, but this course goes deeper, examining the popularity of shows like this and their expansion into other media. <\/p>\n
Goldberg\u2019s Canon: Makin\u2019 Whoopi: Bates College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile not offered since 2004, this course was the first and only to examine the sometimes controversial public persona of this comedienne, actress and now daytime talk show host. <\/p>\n
Chosen: Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThose who were addicted to Buffy can now examine the series in-depth through the material presented in this course.<\/p>\n
The Office: Awesome, Awkward, & Addicting: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nLet\u2019s hope this course on the popular show isn\u2019t nearly as uncomfortable to watch. <\/p>\n
Calvin & Hobbes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis iconic comic was much more than just simple Saturday morning entertainment\u2013or so this course aims to show. <\/p>\n
Superheroes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat do superheroes really mean in our culture? Why create such figures? This course examines this and a myriad of other issues. <\/p>\n
American Pro Wrestling: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the words “MIT” and “pro wrestling” may not be two you\u2019d bring together, this course asks students at the tech-savvy school to think about the cultural implications of the often-theatrical wrestling world. <\/p>\n
American Soap Operas: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat is it about soap operas that make them so addicting? Students at MIT get a chance to delve into the logic behind these series in this course. <\/p>\n
It\u2019s News to Me: the Role of Media in Your Life: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nMost of us may not even realize how big of a role the media plays in our lives, but this course aims to bring it to the forefront. <\/p>\n
Zombies in Popular Media: Columbia College- Chicago<\/strong><\/h4>\nEvery year it seems like there are more and more movies about zombies. What is the fascination with these fictional creatures? Students at Columbia College can take this course and become zombie experts. <\/p>\n
Food and Drink<\/strong><\/h1>\nEverybody has to eat, so why not learn more about it from these courses?<\/p>\n
Food and Power in the Twentieth Century: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nIn this course, students learn how sometimes having all the food means having all the power. <\/p>\n
Kitchen Chemistry: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents in this course will learn how to turn their kitchens into their own private laboratories, teaching them not only about science but about cooking as well.<\/p>\n
Cultural Aspects of Food: Oneonta College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDo foods from your childhood elicit specific emotions from you? This course will delve into what the cultural connections we have with food are and why these relationships are so strong. <\/p>\n
Campus Culture and Drinking: Duke University<\/strong><\/h4>\nAs many students may have been sad to learn, this course doesn\u2019t encourage students to go get trashed, instead of asking them to more carefully consider the social and cultural aspects of drinking on campus.<\/p>\n
From Bean to Bar: The History, Politics, & Taste of Chocolate: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nChocoholics can take their love of the sweet substance one step further and learn how it goes from the field, gets processed and ends up in their mouths. <\/p>\n
Maple Syrup: The Real Thing: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile most students won\u2019t be pursuing a career as a maple syrup maker, this course offers to teach them everything they need to know about the business, should they decide they need a career change.<\/p>\n
Life Skills<\/strong><\/h1>\nCollege doesn\u2019t just have to be academic, as these courses that provide valuable life lessons prove.<\/p>\n
Tightwaddery, or The Good Life on a Dollar a Day: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the title might elicit some laughs, this course offers some sage advice on breaking the bonds of consumerism and fighting back against the status quo. And if that isn\u2019t part of a well-rounded college education then what is? <\/p>\n
Finding Dates Worth Keeping: University of Sioux Falls<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who find themselves constantly falling in love (or just in bed) with Mr. or Mrs. Wrong can take this course to learn to make better dating decisions. <\/p>\n
Field Equipment Operation: University of California, Davis<\/strong><\/h4>\nIt might have a fancy title, but this class gets down and dirty with teaching students how to drive a tractor. <\/p>\n
Getting Dressed: Princeton University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile many students wouldn\u2019t have made it to college without some idea of how to get dressed in the morning, this class takes it one step further and takes a look at what it really means <\/em>to wear those Uggs or backwards baseball cap. <\/p>\nBiblical Model for Home and Family: Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere you\u2019ll find a female-only course that will make all but the most traditional women bristle. With lessons on how to properly serve your husband and bake cookies, it\u2019s useful, no doubt\u2013but the lack of a male counterpart course is questionable.<\/p>\n
Furniture Making: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you might already feel like you know how to build furniture after a few intense Ikea assemblies, this course will teach you more in-depth ways of building just about anything around the home. <\/p>\n
How to Learn (Almost) Anything: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might seem odd to take a course on how to learn from the rest of your courses, this practical class from MIT asks students to use technology and tools to stretch their minds. <\/p>\n
Miscellaneous<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses touch on a wide range of interesting, if not always normal, subject matter.<\/p>\n
Nonviolent Responses to Terrorism: Swarthmore College<\/strong><\/h4>\nNews reports tell that most students today don\u2019t even know what year 9\/11 happened. With the memory of terrorism in the distant past (or so it seems) this course seems more and more relevant as anger fades and the American public grows tired of conflict.<\/p>\n
Stupidity: Occidental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat better topic to rail against at college than stupidity? This course examines it at depth from literary, social and philosophical perspectives. <\/p>\n
Daylighting: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course doesn\u2019t refer to the opposite of moonlighting, it is designed to help students learn how to better light things with, what else, the sun. <\/p>\n
Yes, some of these courses teeter between useful knowledge and just plain silly. Many however, offer great educational opportunities, even though the name doesn’t exactly reflect it. <\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Source: OnlineUniversities.com, 100 Hilarious College Courses that Really Exist<\/a><\/p>\n
While not offered since 2004, this course was the first and only to examine the sometimes controversial public persona of this comedienne, actress and now daytime talk show host. <\/p>\n
Chosen: Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThose who were addicted to Buffy can now examine the series in-depth through the material presented in this course.<\/p>\n
The Office: Awesome, Awkward, & Addicting: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nLet\u2019s hope this course on the popular show isn\u2019t nearly as uncomfortable to watch. <\/p>\n
Calvin & Hobbes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis iconic comic was much more than just simple Saturday morning entertainment\u2013or so this course aims to show. <\/p>\n
Superheroes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat do superheroes really mean in our culture? Why create such figures? This course examines this and a myriad of other issues. <\/p>\n
American Pro Wrestling: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the words “MIT” and “pro wrestling” may not be two you\u2019d bring together, this course asks students at the tech-savvy school to think about the cultural implications of the often-theatrical wrestling world. <\/p>\n
American Soap Operas: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat is it about soap operas that make them so addicting? Students at MIT get a chance to delve into the logic behind these series in this course. <\/p>\n
It\u2019s News to Me: the Role of Media in Your Life: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nMost of us may not even realize how big of a role the media plays in our lives, but this course aims to bring it to the forefront. <\/p>\n
Zombies in Popular Media: Columbia College- Chicago<\/strong><\/h4>\nEvery year it seems like there are more and more movies about zombies. What is the fascination with these fictional creatures? Students at Columbia College can take this course and become zombie experts. <\/p>\n
Food and Drink<\/strong><\/h1>\nEverybody has to eat, so why not learn more about it from these courses?<\/p>\n
Food and Power in the Twentieth Century: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nIn this course, students learn how sometimes having all the food means having all the power. <\/p>\n
Kitchen Chemistry: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents in this course will learn how to turn their kitchens into their own private laboratories, teaching them not only about science but about cooking as well.<\/p>\n
Cultural Aspects of Food: Oneonta College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDo foods from your childhood elicit specific emotions from you? This course will delve into what the cultural connections we have with food are and why these relationships are so strong. <\/p>\n
Campus Culture and Drinking: Duke University<\/strong><\/h4>\nAs many students may have been sad to learn, this course doesn\u2019t encourage students to go get trashed, instead of asking them to more carefully consider the social and cultural aspects of drinking on campus.<\/p>\n
From Bean to Bar: The History, Politics, & Taste of Chocolate: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nChocoholics can take their love of the sweet substance one step further and learn how it goes from the field, gets processed and ends up in their mouths. <\/p>\n
Maple Syrup: The Real Thing: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile most students won\u2019t be pursuing a career as a maple syrup maker, this course offers to teach them everything they need to know about the business, should they decide they need a career change.<\/p>\n
Life Skills<\/strong><\/h1>\nCollege doesn\u2019t just have to be academic, as these courses that provide valuable life lessons prove.<\/p>\n
Tightwaddery, or The Good Life on a Dollar a Day: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the title might elicit some laughs, this course offers some sage advice on breaking the bonds of consumerism and fighting back against the status quo. And if that isn\u2019t part of a well-rounded college education then what is? <\/p>\n
Finding Dates Worth Keeping: University of Sioux Falls<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who find themselves constantly falling in love (or just in bed) with Mr. or Mrs. Wrong can take this course to learn to make better dating decisions. <\/p>\n
Field Equipment Operation: University of California, Davis<\/strong><\/h4>\nIt might have a fancy title, but this class gets down and dirty with teaching students how to drive a tractor. <\/p>\n
Getting Dressed: Princeton University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile many students wouldn\u2019t have made it to college without some idea of how to get dressed in the morning, this class takes it one step further and takes a look at what it really means <\/em>to wear those Uggs or backwards baseball cap. <\/p>\nBiblical Model for Home and Family: Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere you\u2019ll find a female-only course that will make all but the most traditional women bristle. With lessons on how to properly serve your husband and bake cookies, it\u2019s useful, no doubt\u2013but the lack of a male counterpart course is questionable.<\/p>\n
Furniture Making: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you might already feel like you know how to build furniture after a few intense Ikea assemblies, this course will teach you more in-depth ways of building just about anything around the home. <\/p>\n
How to Learn (Almost) Anything: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might seem odd to take a course on how to learn from the rest of your courses, this practical class from MIT asks students to use technology and tools to stretch their minds. <\/p>\n
Miscellaneous<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses touch on a wide range of interesting, if not always normal, subject matter.<\/p>\n
Nonviolent Responses to Terrorism: Swarthmore College<\/strong><\/h4>\nNews reports tell that most students today don\u2019t even know what year 9\/11 happened. With the memory of terrorism in the distant past (or so it seems) this course seems more and more relevant as anger fades and the American public grows tired of conflict.<\/p>\n
Stupidity: Occidental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat better topic to rail against at college than stupidity? This course examines it at depth from literary, social and philosophical perspectives. <\/p>\n
Daylighting: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course doesn\u2019t refer to the opposite of moonlighting, it is designed to help students learn how to better light things with, what else, the sun. <\/p>\n
Yes, some of these courses teeter between useful knowledge and just plain silly. Many however, offer great educational opportunities, even though the name doesn’t exactly reflect it. <\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Source: OnlineUniversities.com, 100 Hilarious College Courses that Really Exist<\/a><\/p>\n
Let\u2019s hope this course on the popular show isn\u2019t nearly as uncomfortable to watch. <\/p>\n
Calvin & Hobbes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nThis iconic comic was much more than just simple Saturday morning entertainment\u2013or so this course aims to show. <\/p>\n
Superheroes: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat do superheroes really mean in our culture? Why create such figures? This course examines this and a myriad of other issues. <\/p>\n
American Pro Wrestling: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the words “MIT” and “pro wrestling” may not be two you\u2019d bring together, this course asks students at the tech-savvy school to think about the cultural implications of the often-theatrical wrestling world. <\/p>\n
American Soap Operas: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat is it about soap operas that make them so addicting? Students at MIT get a chance to delve into the logic behind these series in this course. <\/p>\n
It\u2019s News to Me: the Role of Media in Your Life: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nMost of us may not even realize how big of a role the media plays in our lives, but this course aims to bring it to the forefront. <\/p>\n
Zombies in Popular Media: Columbia College- Chicago<\/strong><\/h4>\nEvery year it seems like there are more and more movies about zombies. What is the fascination with these fictional creatures? Students at Columbia College can take this course and become zombie experts. <\/p>\n
Food and Drink<\/strong><\/h1>\nEverybody has to eat, so why not learn more about it from these courses?<\/p>\n
Food and Power in the Twentieth Century: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nIn this course, students learn how sometimes having all the food means having all the power. <\/p>\n
Kitchen Chemistry: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents in this course will learn how to turn their kitchens into their own private laboratories, teaching them not only about science but about cooking as well.<\/p>\n
Cultural Aspects of Food: Oneonta College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDo foods from your childhood elicit specific emotions from you? This course will delve into what the cultural connections we have with food are and why these relationships are so strong. <\/p>\n
Campus Culture and Drinking: Duke University<\/strong><\/h4>\nAs many students may have been sad to learn, this course doesn\u2019t encourage students to go get trashed, instead of asking them to more carefully consider the social and cultural aspects of drinking on campus.<\/p>\n
From Bean to Bar: The History, Politics, & Taste of Chocolate: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nChocoholics can take their love of the sweet substance one step further and learn how it goes from the field, gets processed and ends up in their mouths. <\/p>\n
Maple Syrup: The Real Thing: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile most students won\u2019t be pursuing a career as a maple syrup maker, this course offers to teach them everything they need to know about the business, should they decide they need a career change.<\/p>\n
Life Skills<\/strong><\/h1>\nCollege doesn\u2019t just have to be academic, as these courses that provide valuable life lessons prove.<\/p>\n
Tightwaddery, or The Good Life on a Dollar a Day: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the title might elicit some laughs, this course offers some sage advice on breaking the bonds of consumerism and fighting back against the status quo. And if that isn\u2019t part of a well-rounded college education then what is? <\/p>\n
Finding Dates Worth Keeping: University of Sioux Falls<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who find themselves constantly falling in love (or just in bed) with Mr. or Mrs. Wrong can take this course to learn to make better dating decisions. <\/p>\n
Field Equipment Operation: University of California, Davis<\/strong><\/h4>\nIt might have a fancy title, but this class gets down and dirty with teaching students how to drive a tractor. <\/p>\n
Getting Dressed: Princeton University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile many students wouldn\u2019t have made it to college without some idea of how to get dressed in the morning, this class takes it one step further and takes a look at what it really means <\/em>to wear those Uggs or backwards baseball cap. <\/p>\nBiblical Model for Home and Family: Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere you\u2019ll find a female-only course that will make all but the most traditional women bristle. With lessons on how to properly serve your husband and bake cookies, it\u2019s useful, no doubt\u2013but the lack of a male counterpart course is questionable.<\/p>\n
Furniture Making: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you might already feel like you know how to build furniture after a few intense Ikea assemblies, this course will teach you more in-depth ways of building just about anything around the home. <\/p>\n
How to Learn (Almost) Anything: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might seem odd to take a course on how to learn from the rest of your courses, this practical class from MIT asks students to use technology and tools to stretch their minds. <\/p>\n
Miscellaneous<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses touch on a wide range of interesting, if not always normal, subject matter.<\/p>\n
Nonviolent Responses to Terrorism: Swarthmore College<\/strong><\/h4>\nNews reports tell that most students today don\u2019t even know what year 9\/11 happened. With the memory of terrorism in the distant past (or so it seems) this course seems more and more relevant as anger fades and the American public grows tired of conflict.<\/p>\n
Stupidity: Occidental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat better topic to rail against at college than stupidity? This course examines it at depth from literary, social and philosophical perspectives. <\/p>\n
Daylighting: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course doesn\u2019t refer to the opposite of moonlighting, it is designed to help students learn how to better light things with, what else, the sun. <\/p>\n
Yes, some of these courses teeter between useful knowledge and just plain silly. Many however, offer great educational opportunities, even though the name doesn’t exactly reflect it. <\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Source: OnlineUniversities.com, 100 Hilarious College Courses that Really Exist<\/a><\/p>\n
What do superheroes really mean in our culture? Why create such figures? This course examines this and a myriad of other issues. <\/p>\n
American Pro Wrestling: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the words “MIT” and “pro wrestling” may not be two you\u2019d bring together, this course asks students at the tech-savvy school to think about the cultural implications of the often-theatrical wrestling world. <\/p>\n
American Soap Operas: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat is it about soap operas that make them so addicting? Students at MIT get a chance to delve into the logic behind these series in this course. <\/p>\n
It\u2019s News to Me: the Role of Media in Your Life: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nMost of us may not even realize how big of a role the media plays in our lives, but this course aims to bring it to the forefront. <\/p>\n
Zombies in Popular Media: Columbia College- Chicago<\/strong><\/h4>\nEvery year it seems like there are more and more movies about zombies. What is the fascination with these fictional creatures? Students at Columbia College can take this course and become zombie experts. <\/p>\n
Food and Drink<\/strong><\/h1>\nEverybody has to eat, so why not learn more about it from these courses?<\/p>\n
Food and Power in the Twentieth Century: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nIn this course, students learn how sometimes having all the food means having all the power. <\/p>\n
Kitchen Chemistry: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents in this course will learn how to turn their kitchens into their own private laboratories, teaching them not only about science but about cooking as well.<\/p>\n
Cultural Aspects of Food: Oneonta College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDo foods from your childhood elicit specific emotions from you? This course will delve into what the cultural connections we have with food are and why these relationships are so strong. <\/p>\n
Campus Culture and Drinking: Duke University<\/strong><\/h4>\nAs many students may have been sad to learn, this course doesn\u2019t encourage students to go get trashed, instead of asking them to more carefully consider the social and cultural aspects of drinking on campus.<\/p>\n
From Bean to Bar: The History, Politics, & Taste of Chocolate: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nChocoholics can take their love of the sweet substance one step further and learn how it goes from the field, gets processed and ends up in their mouths. <\/p>\n
Maple Syrup: The Real Thing: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile most students won\u2019t be pursuing a career as a maple syrup maker, this course offers to teach them everything they need to know about the business, should they decide they need a career change.<\/p>\n
Life Skills<\/strong><\/h1>\nCollege doesn\u2019t just have to be academic, as these courses that provide valuable life lessons prove.<\/p>\n
Tightwaddery, or The Good Life on a Dollar a Day: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the title might elicit some laughs, this course offers some sage advice on breaking the bonds of consumerism and fighting back against the status quo. And if that isn\u2019t part of a well-rounded college education then what is? <\/p>\n
Finding Dates Worth Keeping: University of Sioux Falls<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who find themselves constantly falling in love (or just in bed) with Mr. or Mrs. Wrong can take this course to learn to make better dating decisions. <\/p>\n
Field Equipment Operation: University of California, Davis<\/strong><\/h4>\nIt might have a fancy title, but this class gets down and dirty with teaching students how to drive a tractor. <\/p>\n
Getting Dressed: Princeton University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile many students wouldn\u2019t have made it to college without some idea of how to get dressed in the morning, this class takes it one step further and takes a look at what it really means <\/em>to wear those Uggs or backwards baseball cap. <\/p>\nBiblical Model for Home and Family: Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere you\u2019ll find a female-only course that will make all but the most traditional women bristle. With lessons on how to properly serve your husband and bake cookies, it\u2019s useful, no doubt\u2013but the lack of a male counterpart course is questionable.<\/p>\n
Furniture Making: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you might already feel like you know how to build furniture after a few intense Ikea assemblies, this course will teach you more in-depth ways of building just about anything around the home. <\/p>\n
How to Learn (Almost) Anything: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might seem odd to take a course on how to learn from the rest of your courses, this practical class from MIT asks students to use technology and tools to stretch their minds. <\/p>\n
Miscellaneous<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses touch on a wide range of interesting, if not always normal, subject matter.<\/p>\n
Nonviolent Responses to Terrorism: Swarthmore College<\/strong><\/h4>\nNews reports tell that most students today don\u2019t even know what year 9\/11 happened. With the memory of terrorism in the distant past (or so it seems) this course seems more and more relevant as anger fades and the American public grows tired of conflict.<\/p>\n
Stupidity: Occidental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat better topic to rail against at college than stupidity? This course examines it at depth from literary, social and philosophical perspectives. <\/p>\n
Daylighting: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course doesn\u2019t refer to the opposite of moonlighting, it is designed to help students learn how to better light things with, what else, the sun. <\/p>\n
Yes, some of these courses teeter between useful knowledge and just plain silly. Many however, offer great educational opportunities, even though the name doesn’t exactly reflect it. <\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Source: OnlineUniversities.com, 100 Hilarious College Courses that Really Exist<\/a><\/p>\n
What is it about soap operas that make them so addicting? Students at MIT get a chance to delve into the logic behind these series in this course. <\/p>\n
It\u2019s News to Me: the Role of Media in Your Life: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nMost of us may not even realize how big of a role the media plays in our lives, but this course aims to bring it to the forefront. <\/p>\n
Zombies in Popular Media: Columbia College- Chicago<\/strong><\/h4>\nEvery year it seems like there are more and more movies about zombies. What is the fascination with these fictional creatures? Students at Columbia College can take this course and become zombie experts. <\/p>\n
Food and Drink<\/strong><\/h1>\nEverybody has to eat, so why not learn more about it from these courses?<\/p>\n
Food and Power in the Twentieth Century: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nIn this course, students learn how sometimes having all the food means having all the power. <\/p>\n
Kitchen Chemistry: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents in this course will learn how to turn their kitchens into their own private laboratories, teaching them not only about science but about cooking as well.<\/p>\n
Cultural Aspects of Food: Oneonta College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDo foods from your childhood elicit specific emotions from you? This course will delve into what the cultural connections we have with food are and why these relationships are so strong. <\/p>\n
Campus Culture and Drinking: Duke University<\/strong><\/h4>\nAs many students may have been sad to learn, this course doesn\u2019t encourage students to go get trashed, instead of asking them to more carefully consider the social and cultural aspects of drinking on campus.<\/p>\n
From Bean to Bar: The History, Politics, & Taste of Chocolate: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nChocoholics can take their love of the sweet substance one step further and learn how it goes from the field, gets processed and ends up in their mouths. <\/p>\n
Maple Syrup: The Real Thing: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile most students won\u2019t be pursuing a career as a maple syrup maker, this course offers to teach them everything they need to know about the business, should they decide they need a career change.<\/p>\n
Life Skills<\/strong><\/h1>\nCollege doesn\u2019t just have to be academic, as these courses that provide valuable life lessons prove.<\/p>\n
Tightwaddery, or The Good Life on a Dollar a Day: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the title might elicit some laughs, this course offers some sage advice on breaking the bonds of consumerism and fighting back against the status quo. And if that isn\u2019t part of a well-rounded college education then what is? <\/p>\n
Finding Dates Worth Keeping: University of Sioux Falls<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who find themselves constantly falling in love (or just in bed) with Mr. or Mrs. Wrong can take this course to learn to make better dating decisions. <\/p>\n
Field Equipment Operation: University of California, Davis<\/strong><\/h4>\nIt might have a fancy title, but this class gets down and dirty with teaching students how to drive a tractor. <\/p>\n
Getting Dressed: Princeton University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile many students wouldn\u2019t have made it to college without some idea of how to get dressed in the morning, this class takes it one step further and takes a look at what it really means <\/em>to wear those Uggs or backwards baseball cap. <\/p>\nBiblical Model for Home and Family: Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere you\u2019ll find a female-only course that will make all but the most traditional women bristle. With lessons on how to properly serve your husband and bake cookies, it\u2019s useful, no doubt\u2013but the lack of a male counterpart course is questionable.<\/p>\n
Furniture Making: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you might already feel like you know how to build furniture after a few intense Ikea assemblies, this course will teach you more in-depth ways of building just about anything around the home. <\/p>\n
How to Learn (Almost) Anything: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might seem odd to take a course on how to learn from the rest of your courses, this practical class from MIT asks students to use technology and tools to stretch their minds. <\/p>\n
Miscellaneous<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses touch on a wide range of interesting, if not always normal, subject matter.<\/p>\n
Nonviolent Responses to Terrorism: Swarthmore College<\/strong><\/h4>\nNews reports tell that most students today don\u2019t even know what year 9\/11 happened. With the memory of terrorism in the distant past (or so it seems) this course seems more and more relevant as anger fades and the American public grows tired of conflict.<\/p>\n
Stupidity: Occidental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat better topic to rail against at college than stupidity? This course examines it at depth from literary, social and philosophical perspectives. <\/p>\n
Daylighting: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course doesn\u2019t refer to the opposite of moonlighting, it is designed to help students learn how to better light things with, what else, the sun. <\/p>\n
Yes, some of these courses teeter between useful knowledge and just plain silly. Many however, offer great educational opportunities, even though the name doesn’t exactly reflect it. <\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Source: OnlineUniversities.com, 100 Hilarious College Courses that Really Exist<\/a><\/p>\n
Every year it seems like there are more and more movies about zombies. What is the fascination with these fictional creatures? Students at Columbia College can take this course and become zombie experts. <\/p>\n
Food and Drink<\/strong><\/h1>\nEverybody has to eat, so why not learn more about it from these courses?<\/p>\n
Food and Power in the Twentieth Century: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nIn this course, students learn how sometimes having all the food means having all the power. <\/p>\n
Kitchen Chemistry: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents in this course will learn how to turn their kitchens into their own private laboratories, teaching them not only about science but about cooking as well.<\/p>\n
Cultural Aspects of Food: Oneonta College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDo foods from your childhood elicit specific emotions from you? This course will delve into what the cultural connections we have with food are and why these relationships are so strong. <\/p>\n
Campus Culture and Drinking: Duke University<\/strong><\/h4>\nAs many students may have been sad to learn, this course doesn\u2019t encourage students to go get trashed, instead of asking them to more carefully consider the social and cultural aspects of drinking on campus.<\/p>\n
From Bean to Bar: The History, Politics, & Taste of Chocolate: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nChocoholics can take their love of the sweet substance one step further and learn how it goes from the field, gets processed and ends up in their mouths. <\/p>\n
Maple Syrup: The Real Thing: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile most students won\u2019t be pursuing a career as a maple syrup maker, this course offers to teach them everything they need to know about the business, should they decide they need a career change.<\/p>\n
Life Skills<\/strong><\/h1>\nCollege doesn\u2019t just have to be academic, as these courses that provide valuable life lessons prove.<\/p>\n
Tightwaddery, or The Good Life on a Dollar a Day: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the title might elicit some laughs, this course offers some sage advice on breaking the bonds of consumerism and fighting back against the status quo. And if that isn\u2019t part of a well-rounded college education then what is? <\/p>\n
Finding Dates Worth Keeping: University of Sioux Falls<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who find themselves constantly falling in love (or just in bed) with Mr. or Mrs. Wrong can take this course to learn to make better dating decisions. <\/p>\n
Field Equipment Operation: University of California, Davis<\/strong><\/h4>\nIt might have a fancy title, but this class gets down and dirty with teaching students how to drive a tractor. <\/p>\n
Getting Dressed: Princeton University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile many students wouldn\u2019t have made it to college without some idea of how to get dressed in the morning, this class takes it one step further and takes a look at what it really means <\/em>to wear those Uggs or backwards baseball cap. <\/p>\nBiblical Model for Home and Family: Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere you\u2019ll find a female-only course that will make all but the most traditional women bristle. With lessons on how to properly serve your husband and bake cookies, it\u2019s useful, no doubt\u2013but the lack of a male counterpart course is questionable.<\/p>\n
Furniture Making: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you might already feel like you know how to build furniture after a few intense Ikea assemblies, this course will teach you more in-depth ways of building just about anything around the home. <\/p>\n
How to Learn (Almost) Anything: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might seem odd to take a course on how to learn from the rest of your courses, this practical class from MIT asks students to use technology and tools to stretch their minds. <\/p>\n
Miscellaneous<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses touch on a wide range of interesting, if not always normal, subject matter.<\/p>\n
Nonviolent Responses to Terrorism: Swarthmore College<\/strong><\/h4>\nNews reports tell that most students today don\u2019t even know what year 9\/11 happened. With the memory of terrorism in the distant past (or so it seems) this course seems more and more relevant as anger fades and the American public grows tired of conflict.<\/p>\n
Stupidity: Occidental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat better topic to rail against at college than stupidity? This course examines it at depth from literary, social and philosophical perspectives. <\/p>\n
Daylighting: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course doesn\u2019t refer to the opposite of moonlighting, it is designed to help students learn how to better light things with, what else, the sun. <\/p>\n
Yes, some of these courses teeter between useful knowledge and just plain silly. Many however, offer great educational opportunities, even though the name doesn’t exactly reflect it. <\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Source: OnlineUniversities.com, 100 Hilarious College Courses that Really Exist<\/a><\/p>\n
In this course, students learn how sometimes having all the food means having all the power. <\/p>\n
Kitchen Chemistry: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents in this course will learn how to turn their kitchens into their own private laboratories, teaching them not only about science but about cooking as well.<\/p>\n
Cultural Aspects of Food: Oneonta College<\/strong><\/h4>\nDo foods from your childhood elicit specific emotions from you? This course will delve into what the cultural connections we have with food are and why these relationships are so strong. <\/p>\n
Campus Culture and Drinking: Duke University<\/strong><\/h4>\nAs many students may have been sad to learn, this course doesn\u2019t encourage students to go get trashed, instead of asking them to more carefully consider the social and cultural aspects of drinking on campus.<\/p>\n
From Bean to Bar: The History, Politics, & Taste of Chocolate: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nChocoholics can take their love of the sweet substance one step further and learn how it goes from the field, gets processed and ends up in their mouths. <\/p>\n
Maple Syrup: The Real Thing: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile most students won\u2019t be pursuing a career as a maple syrup maker, this course offers to teach them everything they need to know about the business, should they decide they need a career change.<\/p>\n
Life Skills<\/strong><\/h1>\nCollege doesn\u2019t just have to be academic, as these courses that provide valuable life lessons prove.<\/p>\n
Tightwaddery, or The Good Life on a Dollar a Day: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the title might elicit some laughs, this course offers some sage advice on breaking the bonds of consumerism and fighting back against the status quo. And if that isn\u2019t part of a well-rounded college education then what is? <\/p>\n
Finding Dates Worth Keeping: University of Sioux Falls<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who find themselves constantly falling in love (or just in bed) with Mr. or Mrs. Wrong can take this course to learn to make better dating decisions. <\/p>\n
Field Equipment Operation: University of California, Davis<\/strong><\/h4>\nIt might have a fancy title, but this class gets down and dirty with teaching students how to drive a tractor. <\/p>\n
Getting Dressed: Princeton University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile many students wouldn\u2019t have made it to college without some idea of how to get dressed in the morning, this class takes it one step further and takes a look at what it really means <\/em>to wear those Uggs or backwards baseball cap. <\/p>\nBiblical Model for Home and Family: Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere you\u2019ll find a female-only course that will make all but the most traditional women bristle. With lessons on how to properly serve your husband and bake cookies, it\u2019s useful, no doubt\u2013but the lack of a male counterpart course is questionable.<\/p>\n
Furniture Making: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you might already feel like you know how to build furniture after a few intense Ikea assemblies, this course will teach you more in-depth ways of building just about anything around the home. <\/p>\n
How to Learn (Almost) Anything: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might seem odd to take a course on how to learn from the rest of your courses, this practical class from MIT asks students to use technology and tools to stretch their minds. <\/p>\n
Miscellaneous<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses touch on a wide range of interesting, if not always normal, subject matter.<\/p>\n
Nonviolent Responses to Terrorism: Swarthmore College<\/strong><\/h4>\nNews reports tell that most students today don\u2019t even know what year 9\/11 happened. With the memory of terrorism in the distant past (or so it seems) this course seems more and more relevant as anger fades and the American public grows tired of conflict.<\/p>\n
Stupidity: Occidental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat better topic to rail against at college than stupidity? This course examines it at depth from literary, social and philosophical perspectives. <\/p>\n
Daylighting: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course doesn\u2019t refer to the opposite of moonlighting, it is designed to help students learn how to better light things with, what else, the sun. <\/p>\n
Yes, some of these courses teeter between useful knowledge and just plain silly. Many however, offer great educational opportunities, even though the name doesn’t exactly reflect it. <\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Source: OnlineUniversities.com, 100 Hilarious College Courses that Really Exist<\/a><\/p>\n
Do foods from your childhood elicit specific emotions from you? This course will delve into what the cultural connections we have with food are and why these relationships are so strong. <\/p>\n
Campus Culture and Drinking: Duke University<\/strong><\/h4>\nAs many students may have been sad to learn, this course doesn\u2019t encourage students to go get trashed, instead of asking them to more carefully consider the social and cultural aspects of drinking on campus.<\/p>\n
From Bean to Bar: The History, Politics, & Taste of Chocolate: Oberlin Experimental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nChocoholics can take their love of the sweet substance one step further and learn how it goes from the field, gets processed and ends up in their mouths. <\/p>\n
Maple Syrup: The Real Thing: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile most students won\u2019t be pursuing a career as a maple syrup maker, this course offers to teach them everything they need to know about the business, should they decide they need a career change.<\/p>\n
Life Skills<\/strong><\/h1>\nCollege doesn\u2019t just have to be academic, as these courses that provide valuable life lessons prove.<\/p>\n
Tightwaddery, or The Good Life on a Dollar a Day: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the title might elicit some laughs, this course offers some sage advice on breaking the bonds of consumerism and fighting back against the status quo. And if that isn\u2019t part of a well-rounded college education then what is? <\/p>\n
Finding Dates Worth Keeping: University of Sioux Falls<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who find themselves constantly falling in love (or just in bed) with Mr. or Mrs. Wrong can take this course to learn to make better dating decisions. <\/p>\n
Field Equipment Operation: University of California, Davis<\/strong><\/h4>\nIt might have a fancy title, but this class gets down and dirty with teaching students how to drive a tractor. <\/p>\n
Getting Dressed: Princeton University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile many students wouldn\u2019t have made it to college without some idea of how to get dressed in the morning, this class takes it one step further and takes a look at what it really means <\/em>to wear those Uggs or backwards baseball cap. <\/p>\nBiblical Model for Home and Family: Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere you\u2019ll find a female-only course that will make all but the most traditional women bristle. With lessons on how to properly serve your husband and bake cookies, it\u2019s useful, no doubt\u2013but the lack of a male counterpart course is questionable.<\/p>\n
Furniture Making: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you might already feel like you know how to build furniture after a few intense Ikea assemblies, this course will teach you more in-depth ways of building just about anything around the home. <\/p>\n
How to Learn (Almost) Anything: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might seem odd to take a course on how to learn from the rest of your courses, this practical class from MIT asks students to use technology and tools to stretch their minds. <\/p>\n
Miscellaneous<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses touch on a wide range of interesting, if not always normal, subject matter.<\/p>\n
Nonviolent Responses to Terrorism: Swarthmore College<\/strong><\/h4>\nNews reports tell that most students today don\u2019t even know what year 9\/11 happened. With the memory of terrorism in the distant past (or so it seems) this course seems more and more relevant as anger fades and the American public grows tired of conflict.<\/p>\n
Stupidity: Occidental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat better topic to rail against at college than stupidity? This course examines it at depth from literary, social and philosophical perspectives. <\/p>\n
Daylighting: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course doesn\u2019t refer to the opposite of moonlighting, it is designed to help students learn how to better light things with, what else, the sun. <\/p>\n
Yes, some of these courses teeter between useful knowledge and just plain silly. Many however, offer great educational opportunities, even though the name doesn’t exactly reflect it. <\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Source: OnlineUniversities.com, 100 Hilarious College Courses that Really Exist<\/a><\/p>\n
Chocoholics can take their love of the sweet substance one step further and learn how it goes from the field, gets processed and ends up in their mouths. <\/p>\n
Maple Syrup: The Real Thing: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile most students won\u2019t be pursuing a career as a maple syrup maker, this course offers to teach them everything they need to know about the business, should they decide they need a career change.<\/p>\n
Life Skills<\/strong><\/h1>\nCollege doesn\u2019t just have to be academic, as these courses that provide valuable life lessons prove.<\/p>\n
Tightwaddery, or The Good Life on a Dollar a Day: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the title might elicit some laughs, this course offers some sage advice on breaking the bonds of consumerism and fighting back against the status quo. And if that isn\u2019t part of a well-rounded college education then what is? <\/p>\n
Finding Dates Worth Keeping: University of Sioux Falls<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who find themselves constantly falling in love (or just in bed) with Mr. or Mrs. Wrong can take this course to learn to make better dating decisions. <\/p>\n
Field Equipment Operation: University of California, Davis<\/strong><\/h4>\nIt might have a fancy title, but this class gets down and dirty with teaching students how to drive a tractor. <\/p>\n
Getting Dressed: Princeton University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile many students wouldn\u2019t have made it to college without some idea of how to get dressed in the morning, this class takes it one step further and takes a look at what it really means <\/em>to wear those Uggs or backwards baseball cap. <\/p>\nBiblical Model for Home and Family: Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere you\u2019ll find a female-only course that will make all but the most traditional women bristle. With lessons on how to properly serve your husband and bake cookies, it\u2019s useful, no doubt\u2013but the lack of a male counterpart course is questionable.<\/p>\n
Furniture Making: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you might already feel like you know how to build furniture after a few intense Ikea assemblies, this course will teach you more in-depth ways of building just about anything around the home. <\/p>\n
How to Learn (Almost) Anything: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might seem odd to take a course on how to learn from the rest of your courses, this practical class from MIT asks students to use technology and tools to stretch their minds. <\/p>\n
Miscellaneous<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses touch on a wide range of interesting, if not always normal, subject matter.<\/p>\n
Nonviolent Responses to Terrorism: Swarthmore College<\/strong><\/h4>\nNews reports tell that most students today don\u2019t even know what year 9\/11 happened. With the memory of terrorism in the distant past (or so it seems) this course seems more and more relevant as anger fades and the American public grows tired of conflict.<\/p>\n
Stupidity: Occidental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat better topic to rail against at college than stupidity? This course examines it at depth from literary, social and philosophical perspectives. <\/p>\n
Daylighting: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course doesn\u2019t refer to the opposite of moonlighting, it is designed to help students learn how to better light things with, what else, the sun. <\/p>\n
Yes, some of these courses teeter between useful knowledge and just plain silly. Many however, offer great educational opportunities, even though the name doesn’t exactly reflect it. <\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Source: OnlineUniversities.com, 100 Hilarious College Courses that Really Exist<\/a><\/p>\n
College doesn\u2019t just have to be academic, as these courses that provide valuable life lessons prove.<\/p>\n
Tightwaddery, or The Good Life on a Dollar a Day: Alfred University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile the title might elicit some laughs, this course offers some sage advice on breaking the bonds of consumerism and fighting back against the status quo. And if that isn\u2019t part of a well-rounded college education then what is? <\/p>\n
Finding Dates Worth Keeping: University of Sioux Falls<\/strong><\/h4>\nStudents who find themselves constantly falling in love (or just in bed) with Mr. or Mrs. Wrong can take this course to learn to make better dating decisions. <\/p>\n
Field Equipment Operation: University of California, Davis<\/strong><\/h4>\nIt might have a fancy title, but this class gets down and dirty with teaching students how to drive a tractor. <\/p>\n
Getting Dressed: Princeton University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile many students wouldn\u2019t have made it to college without some idea of how to get dressed in the morning, this class takes it one step further and takes a look at what it really means <\/em>to wear those Uggs or backwards baseball cap. <\/p>\nBiblical Model for Home and Family: Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere you\u2019ll find a female-only course that will make all but the most traditional women bristle. With lessons on how to properly serve your husband and bake cookies, it\u2019s useful, no doubt\u2013but the lack of a male counterpart course is questionable.<\/p>\n
Furniture Making: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you might already feel like you know how to build furniture after a few intense Ikea assemblies, this course will teach you more in-depth ways of building just about anything around the home. <\/p>\n
How to Learn (Almost) Anything: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might seem odd to take a course on how to learn from the rest of your courses, this practical class from MIT asks students to use technology and tools to stretch their minds. <\/p>\n
Miscellaneous<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses touch on a wide range of interesting, if not always normal, subject matter.<\/p>\n
Nonviolent Responses to Terrorism: Swarthmore College<\/strong><\/h4>\nNews reports tell that most students today don\u2019t even know what year 9\/11 happened. With the memory of terrorism in the distant past (or so it seems) this course seems more and more relevant as anger fades and the American public grows tired of conflict.<\/p>\n
Stupidity: Occidental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat better topic to rail against at college than stupidity? This course examines it at depth from literary, social and philosophical perspectives. <\/p>\n
Daylighting: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course doesn\u2019t refer to the opposite of moonlighting, it is designed to help students learn how to better light things with, what else, the sun. <\/p>\n
Yes, some of these courses teeter between useful knowledge and just plain silly. Many however, offer great educational opportunities, even though the name doesn’t exactly reflect it. <\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Source: OnlineUniversities.com, 100 Hilarious College Courses that Really Exist<\/a><\/p>\n
Students who find themselves constantly falling in love (or just in bed) with Mr. or Mrs. Wrong can take this course to learn to make better dating decisions. <\/p>\n
Field Equipment Operation: University of California, Davis<\/strong><\/h4>\nIt might have a fancy title, but this class gets down and dirty with teaching students how to drive a tractor. <\/p>\n
Getting Dressed: Princeton University<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile many students wouldn\u2019t have made it to college without some idea of how to get dressed in the morning, this class takes it one step further and takes a look at what it really means <\/em>to wear those Uggs or backwards baseball cap. <\/p>\nBiblical Model for Home and Family: Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary<\/strong><\/h4>\nHere you\u2019ll find a female-only course that will make all but the most traditional women bristle. With lessons on how to properly serve your husband and bake cookies, it\u2019s useful, no doubt\u2013but the lack of a male counterpart course is questionable.<\/p>\n
Furniture Making: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile you might already feel like you know how to build furniture after a few intense Ikea assemblies, this course will teach you more in-depth ways of building just about anything around the home. <\/p>\n
How to Learn (Almost) Anything: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhile it might seem odd to take a course on how to learn from the rest of your courses, this practical class from MIT asks students to use technology and tools to stretch their minds. <\/p>\n
Miscellaneous<\/strong><\/h1>\nThese courses touch on a wide range of interesting, if not always normal, subject matter.<\/p>\n
Nonviolent Responses to Terrorism: Swarthmore College<\/strong><\/h4>\nNews reports tell that most students today don\u2019t even know what year 9\/11 happened. With the memory of terrorism in the distant past (or so it seems) this course seems more and more relevant as anger fades and the American public grows tired of conflict.<\/p>\n
Stupidity: Occidental College<\/strong><\/h4>\nWhat better topic to rail against at college than stupidity? This course examines it at depth from literary, social and philosophical perspectives. <\/p>\n
Daylighting: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\nNo, this course doesn\u2019t refer to the opposite of moonlighting, it is designed to help students learn how to better light things with, what else, the sun. <\/p>\n
Yes, some of these courses teeter between useful knowledge and just plain silly. Many however, offer great educational opportunities, even though the name doesn’t exactly reflect it. <\/p>\n
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Source: OnlineUniversities.com, 100 Hilarious College Courses that Really Exist<\/a><\/p>\n
While many students wouldn\u2019t have made it to college without some idea of how to get dressed in the morning, this class takes it one step further and takes a look at what it really means <\/em>to wear those Uggs or backwards baseball cap. <\/p>\n Here you\u2019ll find a female-only course that will make all but the most traditional women bristle. With lessons on how to properly serve your husband and bake cookies, it\u2019s useful, no doubt\u2013but the lack of a male counterpart course is questionable.<\/p>\n While you might already feel like you know how to build furniture after a few intense Ikea assemblies, this course will teach you more in-depth ways of building just about anything around the home. <\/p>\n While it might seem odd to take a course on how to learn from the rest of your courses, this practical class from MIT asks students to use technology and tools to stretch their minds. <\/p>\n These courses touch on a wide range of interesting, if not always normal, subject matter.<\/p>\n News reports tell that most students today don\u2019t even know what year 9\/11 happened. With the memory of terrorism in the distant past (or so it seems) this course seems more and more relevant as anger fades and the American public grows tired of conflict.<\/p>\n What better topic to rail against at college than stupidity? This course examines it at depth from literary, social and philosophical perspectives. <\/p>\n No, this course doesn\u2019t refer to the opposite of moonlighting, it is designed to help students learn how to better light things with, what else, the sun. <\/p>\n Yes, some of these courses teeter between useful knowledge and just plain silly. Many however, offer great educational opportunities, even though the name doesn’t exactly reflect it. <\/p>\n Source: OnlineUniversities.com, 100 Hilarious College Courses that Really Exist<\/a><\/p>\nBiblical Model for Home and Family: Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary<\/strong><\/h4>\n
Furniture Making: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\n
How to Learn (Almost) Anything: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\n
Miscellaneous<\/strong><\/h1>\n
Nonviolent Responses to Terrorism: Swarthmore College<\/strong><\/h4>\n
Stupidity: Occidental College<\/strong><\/h4>\n
Daylighting: Massachusetts Institute of Technology<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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