FYS-101-F2F26-FYS - The Things We Do-2023/FA

Innately wired within the human brain is the need to do. From the time we are born until the very end, humans occupy their time with various tasks and activities, a.k.a. occupations. This seminar evaluates those occupations and how they add meaning to our lives. Students will examine their own roles and occupations and evaluate how meaning is derived from them. Students will also explore how occupations change throughout the lifespan and are influenced by culture and context. Some of the topics explored will include drug use, criminal occupations, occupational justice, play and leisure occupations, and gender identity roles.