Bachelor of Science in Lethargy (B.Sc. Lethargy)

A Deep Dive into the Art and Science of Strategic Laziness and Productive Idleness

  • Program Overview

    The Bachelor of Science in Lethargy (B.Sc. Lethargy) is a groundbreaking interdisciplinary program that explores the science, psychology, and societal impacts of lethargy, procrastination, and rest. The curriculum combines theoretical knowledge with hands-on practice, fostering an appreciation for the fine balance between inactivity and innovation. Students will develop skills in stress management, strategic delegation, and efficient inaction.

  • Program Objectives

    Graduates of the B.Sc. in Lethargy will:

    1. Understand the physiological, psychological, and cultural underpinnings of lethargy.

    2. Develop strategies to embrace lethargy while maintaining essential productivity.

    3. Master the art of doing nothing effectively and influencing others to do the same.

    4. Innovate solutions that integrate rest and relaxation into modern lifestyles.

  • Degree Requirements

    - Completion of 120 credits, including core courses, electives, and a capstone project.

    - Participation in a semester-long "Relaxation Residency."

Program Structure:

Year 1: Foundations of Lethargy

LET 101: Introduction to Lethargy

Defining lethargy and exploring its historical and cultural context.

BIO 110: The Physiology of Rest

Examining the biological processes that underpin sleep and relaxation.

PSY 105: The Psychology of Procrastination

Why we delay and how it impacts our mental health.

COM 102: Strategic Excuse-Making

Mastering the art of avoiding work without guilt.

Elective: Introduction to Meditation or The History of Siestas.

Fall Semester

LET 102: The Philosophy of Doing Nothing

Insights from Eastern and Western philosophies on rest and idleness.

SOC 115: The Sociology of Sloth

How societies perceive and value leisure versus productivity.

CORE 120: Essentials of Strategic Delegation

Learning to pass tasks onto others effectively.

ART 105: The Aesthetics of Lounging

Depictions of rest in art, film, and literature.

Elective: Introduction to Yoga or Music for Relaxation.

Spring Semester

Year 2: Intermediate Studies

LET 201: Advanced Napping Techniques

Exploring nap types, durations, and environments for optimal rest.

PSY 210: Cognitive Benefits of Lethargy

Understanding how "mental downtime" fosters creativity and problem-solving.

ECO 205: The Economics of Laziness

How lethargy impacts workforce productivity and innovation.

COM 220: Social Media and Lethargy

The role of memes and internet culture in promoting procrastination.

Elective: Screen-Free Leisure Activities or Culinary Arts for Lazy Cooks.

Fall Semester

LET 202: Lethargy in Popular Culture

Analyzing representations of laziness in media and entertainment.

SOC 215: The Ethics of Idleness

Navigating moral debates around inactivity and leisure.

BIO 210: Energy Conservation in Nature

Studying animals' natural lethargy as a survival strategy.

ART 210: The Creative Potential of Rest

Exploring how artists use idleness as inspiration.

Elective: Digital Detox Practices or Zen Gardening.

Spring Semester

Year 3: Advanced Applications

LET 307: The Science of Bed Gravity

Investigating why beds are so hard to leave and how to embrace it.

PSY 310: Mastering Relaxation in High-Stress Situations

Techniques for staying calm and inactive when the pressure is on.

CORE 300: The Lethargy Lab

Students design and test their own relaxation or procrastination strategies.

COM 305: Passive-Aggressive Leadership

Leading without lifting a finger.

BNGW 301: Advanced Netflix Studies: The Art of Binge-Watching

Fall Semester

LET 302: Lethargy Across Cultures

Comparative analysis of rest practices worldwide.

ECO 315: The Lazy Person’s Guide to Wealth

Passive income and financial strategies requiring minimal effort.

SOC 310: The Politics of Lethargy

Historical and modern movements that leveraged inactivity as resistance.

PSY 320: The Joy of Missing Out (JOMO)

Embracing the benefits of saying no and staying in.

Elective: Minimalist Living or Slow Food Movements.

Spring Semester

Year 4: Capstone and Real-World Application

LLET 401: The Future of Lethargy

Innovations in automation, AI, and how they support a lazy lifestyle.

CORE 400: Lazy Activism

Advocating for societal change through minimal effort (e.g., online petitions).

Capstone Proposal Development

Designing a project that advances the science or philosophy of lethargy.

Elective: Couch Yoga or Lazy Gardening.

Fall Semester

Capstone Project:

Students create a practical or theoretical contribution to the field of lethargy. Examples: a study on nap productivity, an app for optimizing laziness, or a manifesto on the benefits of doing less.

Internship:

Work with organizations advocating for work-life balance, mental health, or cultural preservation of rest.

Final Symposium:

Students present their capstone projects in the most relaxed way possible (e.g., through prerecorded videos or hammock discussions).

Spring Semester