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Beyond Willpower: Rewiring Your Self-Concept to Create Sustainable Change

Why do we struggle to follow through on our goals? We live in a culture that treats burnout as a badge of honor and productivity hacks as the “proven” path to fix ourselves. But what if you’re not a problem that needs to be fixed, and there is a completely different approach to overcoming perfectionism, procrastination, and limiting beliefs? We will explore a different path to achieve success: one rooted in self-trust rather than self-blame by integrating nervous-system regulation and advanced self-coaching skills. You will learn to navigate limiting beliefs and master habit change through an emotionally intelligent, evidence-based framework. Join us to reframe what’s holding you back and build the self-leadership and resilience to make a meaningful impact in your life without sacrificing your well-being.

Art in Motion: Creativity, Color, and Culture on the Move

Turn heads and build real-world skills in one of the fastest-growing parts of the automotive industry—vehicle wraps. In this hands-on course, students learn how to design, print-ready format, and professionally install vinyl wraps used on everything from race cars and show builds to business fleets and custom personal vehicles. You’ll work with real wrap materials and tools while practicing layout, surface prep, alignment, trimming, and finishing techniques that separate amateurs from pros. Whether you want to build a career in custom shops, start a side hustle, or just learn to transform vehicles with your own designs, this course delivers practical experience and portfolio-ready results.

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Brandon Stevenson & Eric Silver

Words and Wares

Words and Wares combines creative non-fiction writing and hand-built pottery projects to tell student's personal stories. The course explores ceramic art history, personal identity, and the "non-fiction contract." This course is a Community Engaged Learning (CEL) course that participates in the community event, "Empty Bowls," to support the Weber Cares Food Pantry. This interdisciplinary course teaches students to write a variety of non-fiction essays (e.g. memoir, contemplative, humorous) and to see ceramic art as a form of "text" that can advance a student's personal narrative. Students will learn to tell their story more effectively and support their community in meaningful ways.

Monica Linford

The Hurricane: Processing Emotion and Creating Beauty

We all face difficult times. The purpose of this course is to teach the basics of trauma informed practice and to introduce meditative art as a way to process emotions. The course will cover the basics of trauma informed practice, how trauma impacts individuals, and different ways to express emotions through creative processes. You will have the opportunity to practice different approaches to challenge and build our cognitive and emotional resources.

Lauralee Solimeno

Food, Mood, & Mind: Neuropsychology of Nutrition

Does the Mediterranean diet prevent depression? Could comfort foods like ice cream actually be making your anxiety worse? Let's taco 'bout it! In this course, we will discuss cutting-edge research on the gut-brain axis, the neurobiological and psychological effects of what we eat, the psychology of feeding behaviors, the etiology and treatment of eating disorders, and more.

Rachel Chase

Deciphering Fact from Antidote: Challenging Medical Misinformation

Can TikTok, headlines, and group chats really teach us about health?

This course dives into the fascinating (and sometimes wild) world of medical misinformation. From historical health myths to today’s viral wellness trends, students will explore how medical claims are created, shared, and challenged. You’ll learn how to spot shaky evidence, understand what makes information trustworthy, and see how social media, culture, and technology shape what we believe about medicine. Instead of telling you what to think, this class sharpens your critical thinking skills so you can ask better questions, make informed choices, and confidently navigate health information in everyday life. If you’ve ever wondered whether a health claim is legit, or just really convincing, this course is for you.

Gennie Parkman

The Declaration of Independence at 250

The Declaration of Independence turned 250 this year. This document did much more than simply proclaim that thirteen colonies in America are declaring their independence from Great Britain.  As Thomas Jefferson put it, this document was meant to be "an expression of the American mind."  In this class we will be taking a close look at America's founding document.  We will examine the ideas that influenced the writing of the Declaration.  We will explore some of the competing interpretations of that document.  We will look at how it has been used throughout the U.S. (and the world) since 1776.  But most importantly, we will ask what that document means to us, 250 years after it was written. 

Thom Kuehls

Honors Research Methods

Ever wonder how parks, recreation programs, and tourism experiences are designed, evaluated, and improved? This hands-on course introduces students to the fundamentals of research and evaluation within park, recreation, and tourism studies—without the boredom. Students learn how to ask meaningful questions, design surveys, analyze real data, and evaluate programs that impact communities and natural spaces. Through a Course-Based Research Experience (CRE), you’ll work independently or in teams to design and carry out a real research project, guided by your instructor every step of the way. Expect applied learning, creative problem-solving, and practical skills you can use beyond the classroom.

Eddie Hill

Hiking for Mind, Body & Soul

Commune with nature, explore local trails, study philosophy, taste wild berries, find greater peace & relaxation, learn about how hiking & nature affect the brain, and experience their effects on your whole self through this immersive class that combines academic learning with local hiking & meditation.

Meditation & Mindfulness

Imagine the ability to quiet your thoughts, reduce stress, and navigate life’s challenges calmly and purposefully. Through hands-on practice and immersive learning, you’ll gain the tools to enhance your mental health and change your daily life profoundly. Whether you’re seeking to improve your focus, manage anxiety, or find more joy in the present moment, this class offers a unique opportunity to elevate your well-being and experience a more calm, serene existence.

Michael Olpin

Introduction to Outdoor Adventure Recreation

Discover the thrill of the outdoors while learning essential skills in backpacking, paddling, mountain biking, climbing, and more! In this hands-on course, you’ll build confidence, practice risk management, explore environmental ethics, and even learn how to lead and facilitate group adventures. No experience needed—just bring your curiosity and sense of adventure!

Jon Griffith