Cool Classes: Your Fall 2026 Class According to Your Birth Month
Need a cool class to fill out your schedule next semester, but don’t know how to pick? Let your birthday guide you! We assigned a Fall 2026 class to each month of the year, so all you have to do is enroll.
January | CLSX 177: How to Be Happy
For a New Year's resolution and a birthday gift to yourself all in one, take CLSX 177 and explore ancient Greek and Roman secrets to a good life. This course blends classical wisdom with modern psychology to help you define what "the good life" really looks like in the modern world.
February | PHIL 504: Philosophy of Sex & Love
Struggling relationships, even though you were born in the season of love? Try committing to this class instead. In PHIL 504, you’ll dive deep into the ethics and complexities of human connections. From the nature of friendship to the philosophy of desire, you’ll unpack the foundations of our most intimate relationships.
March | ABSC 349: Therapeutic Benefits of Play
You were born during nature’s renewal, so how about renewing your sense of play? Rediscover the power of play for healing and personal growth with ABSC 349. This course explores how play isn't just for kids, but a vital tool for mental health and community well-being across the entire lifespan.
April | ASTR 394: Quest for Extraterrestrial Life
April is for the stargazers, so stop wondering and start learning. This course explores the biological and astronomical conditions needed for life beyond Earth and tackles the ultimate question: Are we alone in the universe?
May | EVRN 462: Art & Ecology
You’re a born flower child and need to bring that calling to the canvas. This class uses art and storytelling to address environmental challenges, teaching you to "inhabit the ecosphere" with intention and imagination.
June | AAAS 373: Art & the Sea
It’s summer, so your birthday trips have probably taken you to the beach (or Clinton Lake) at one time or another. Dive into AAAS 373 this fall and look at how the ocean has shaped human history, culture, and politics. You’ll examine everything from ancient maps to modern film to see how ocean worlds influence our global identity.
July | HIST 387: Alexander the Great: Man & Myth
Did you know you share a birth with one of history’s most legendary conquerors? In this class, you’ll separate the man from the myth while exploring the epic cultural shifts Alexander sparked across the ancient world.
August | ANTH 311: Archaeology Roadshow
Here’s a birthday gift like no other: get back to school with a literal road trip! This high-impact 15-day field course takes you to national parks and archaeological sites to see history in the ground and under your feet.
September | SPAN 442: Telenovelas in Latin America
There’s a 50% chance your birthday happens during Hispanic Heritage Month. With SPAN 442, you’ll gain an appreciation for the high-stakes world of Latin American drama and how it serves as a cultural window into the region's daily life.
October | BIOL 509: Biology of Spiders
Your birthday month is inescapably spooky, so why not learn to love the arachnid aesthetic. From venom to silk-spinning, you’ll learn the fascinating science behind these misunderstood creatures and their vital roles in our ecosystem.
November | AMS 344: Film Noir
We just know you were a moody baby, so lean into the shadows with the dark world of Film Noir. You’ll analyze the style, cynicism, and social themes of these iconic American classics in the perfect late-autumn atmosphere.
December | REL 130: Myth, Legend & Folk Beliefs of East Asia
With a birthday at the end of the year, you share your month with the beginning of the rich holiday traditions of East Asia. In REL 130, you'll delve into the timeless spiritual traditions of East Asia, discovering how ancient legends continue to shape cultural identity and modern celebrations today.