CCPA Professor Dr. Doric Earle spent thirty years managing large technology consultancies before deciding to focus on community development and social entrepreneurship. With a Ph. D. in public affairs focused on urban planning, he’s passionate about economic development, communication, and community engagement. Dr. Earle serves on various boards of nonprofits across Dallas and is also a co-founder of the restorative farm project called the Hatcher Station Garden and Training Farm. Read more about Dr. Earle.

With registration for the fall semester right around the corner, it’s time to decide which classes you will enroll in for next semester. Did you know that SMU offers more than your typical English, math, and science courses? A whole world of unique and unusual subjects is waiting for you to explore. From studying monkeys and apes to diving into the mysteries of volcanoes and mythology, there is a particular niche for everyone. In this blog, we’ll dive into seven of the most unique courses you can find at SMU.