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Enrollment for Winter Intersession opens in October 2026. Check back in October to explore this year's courses.
Discover new paths this winter. Take up to 5 credits in just 3 weeks with our fully online Winter Intersession courses. It’s a fast, flexible way to move forward and reach your goals. Registration opens in October.
WVU's Winter Intersession courses are accelerated, asynchronous, fully online, and perfect for expanding your horizons.
Found a course or two you'd like to take? Be sure to review our home page to get information on costs, eligibility, and important dates. You can take up to five credits and we have a range of 1-, 2-, and 3-credit course options to choose from.
The below courses were available during Winter Intersession 2026-27.
Introduction to the study of art history from prehistory to the present in which major landmarks of world art and architecture are considered as aesthetic objects, cultural documents and within their socio-historical contexts.
CRN: 88516Students will explore family processes and dynamics. Attention will be given to how family forms, functions, and expectations have changed across generations. Thus, students will study contemporary families in relation to how the concept of family has evolved over time.
CRN: 88519Introduction of terminology, descriptions, and explanations of the parental role and parent-child interactions. Emphasis on social and personal definitions of the parental role and on the problems and changes in parent-child relationships.
CRN: 88520An overview of nutrition, focusing on nutrients, their functions, availability in the American diet, and recommended intake for optimal health. Topics include nutrient metabolism, life cycle nutrition, and current issues relevant to college students.
CRN: 83479Introductory course designed to develop an appreciation and understanding of the significance of music and to help the student develop intelligent listening habits.
CRN: 88517Introduction of history and development of American popular music.
Inform students of the various opportunities available to them through co- and extra-curricular activities that best meet the needs of their individual career planning and professional development. Students will evaluate and select opportunities in study abroad, leadership, professional organizations and service learning that will improve their competitiveness as they prepare for the job search process.
CRN: 88521This course provides a supervised walking program in a safe, enjoyable environment. Classes meet ACSM guidelines for safe, effective classes. Includes warm-up, cardiovascular segment, cool-down, and stretch. (May be repeated for a maximum of 2 credit hours.)
CRN: 84054Introduction to beginning knowledge and skills in aerobics. (May be repeated for a maximum of 2 credit hours.)
CRN: 84055This course introduces the student to basic yoga techniques that can be practiced as a way of developing a wide variety of sports. (May be repeated for a maximum of 2 credit hours.)
CRN: 84057Basic concepts associated with the development and maintenance of physical activity. Exposure to local fitness opportunities. Engagement in health-promoting and wellness activities. Awareness and responsibility for the maintenance of health and physical well-being through physical activity.
CRN: 84056An overview of nutrition, focusing on nutrients, their functions, availability in the American diet, and recommended intake for optimal health. Topics include nutrient metabolism, life cycle nutrition, and current issues relevant to college students.
CRN: 88515Reach out to the WVU Online team for assistance. Email WVUOnline@wvu.edu, or call (800) 253-2762.
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