Course Schedule and Catalog
Course Catalog - 2024-2025
FWIS 229 - HEAVY METAL & SOCIETY
Long Title: HEAVY METAL & SOCIETY
Department: First-Year Writing Intensive
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Seminar
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Undergraduate Professional
Visiting Undergraduate
Undergraduate
Description: This course explores Heavy Metal music as a misunderstood yet globally popular genre, offering a compelling subject to study how music reflects societal concerns. Students will develop research and writing skills through readings and discussions in Heavy Metal and Popular Music Studies, practicing writing about music’s relationship with culture and society.