This course is designed to introduce students from a variety of programs to the sciences. This introduction will focus on the way science and technology impacts each person's everyday life and their particular role in the environment. Knowledge will be gained for individuals to achieve scientific literacy sufficient to understand public issues. The course will stress interaction through student presentations and student-led discussions. Prerequisites: ENG.111 and either COM.101 or COM.257. (Minimum grade of "C" in each.)