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SOC 430 - Social Change (4)
Social historical study and analysis of the broad processes that shape contemporary world societies and the rise of modernity. Emphasis is given to social theorists, and to the complex and varied dimensions of social change and globalization. (Offered fall.) Prerequisite(s): SOC 120 ; junior standing; SOC 410 , recommended.
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SOC 491 - Individual Study (1-4)
Individual, independent study with a faculty mentor. (Offered as needed.) Prerequisite(s): 0 credits;
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SOC 493 - Selected Topics (1-4)
(Offered as needed.)
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SOC 495 - Internship (1-4)
Supervised field experience in a sociological setting accompanied by relevant library research and reflective writing. Repeatable up to 8 hours. This course is graded Pass/Fail. (Offered fall/spring.)
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SOC 499 - Undergraduate Sociological Thesis (4)
Independent student scholarship usually comprising a comprehensive literature review, design and completion of sociological research, and a written and oral presentation of findings. (Offered as needed.)
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Spanish |
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SPAN 110 - Elementary Spanish I (4)
Study of the Spanish language as a means of communication, through development of the listening, speaking, reading and writing skills. Elements of grammar and pronunciation. Culture of the Hispanic world. (Offered fall semester)
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SPAN 111 - Elementary Spanish II (4)
Continuation of the techniques used in SPAN 110 for development of the listening, speaking, reading and writing skills. Elements of grammar and pronunciation. Culture of the Hispanic world. (Offered spring semester) Prerequisite(s): SPAN 110 ; or permission of instructor.
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SPAN 191 - Individual Study (1-4)
Intended for majors and minors who wish to study material not covered by a regularly offered course. May not be repeated more than once without permission of department. Prerequisite(s): Permission of department chair.
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SPAN 220 - Intermediate Spanish I (4)
Combines all forms of language skills (comprehension, speaking, reading, writing) with beginning intermediate grammar review and refinement. Class discussion of short readings including short stories, plays, essays, and poetry. (Offered fall semester) Prerequisite(s): SPAN 111 ; or permission of instructor.
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SPAN 230 - Intermediate Spanish II (4)
Combines all forms of language skills (comprehension, speaking, reading and writing) with further intermediate grammar review and refinement. Class discussion of short readings, including short stories, plays, essays, and poetry. (Offered spring semester) Prerequisite(s): SPAN 220 ; or permission of instructor.
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SPAN 291 - Individual Study (1-4)
Intended for majors and minors who wish to study material not covered by a regularly offered course. May not be repeated more than once without permission of department. Prerequisite(s): Permission of department chair.
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SPAN 300 - Spanish Conversation (4)
For students who would like to improve their conversational skills in Spanish. Students will learn to discuss and exchange ideas on conventional issues as well as issues of “universal” importance that are relevant, interesting, and provocative. Recommended for majors and minors. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 230 ; or permission of instructor.
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SPAN 310 - Communication and Culture I (4)
Will help advanced intermediate students to expand their vocabulary, use idiomatic expressions correctly, and eliminate errors in spoken and written Spanish connected with culture. Written practice in expressing complex ideas in the target language. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 230 ; or permission of instructor.
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SPAN 311 - Communication and Culture II (4)
Advanced conversational Spanish and composition by means of oral and written assignments and grammar review in a cultural context. Class activities may include videos, tapes, and presentations. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 310 ; or permission of instructor.
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SPAN 320 - Aspects of the Hispanic Language (4)
May include a systematic review of principles of grammatical structures, a brief history of the Spanish language, other aspects of applied linguistics, and language and culture as each one reflects the other. Intensive work on comprehension and oral ability. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 311 .
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SPAN 330 - Hispanic Culture and Civilization (4)
The Spanish Milieu: geographical, political, and cultural aspects of Spanish civilization with focus on the history, art, architecture and musical contributions of Spanish culture to the world. Includes a brief introduction to the geography of Latin America and Spain. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 310 or SPAN 311 ; or permission of instructor.
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SPAN 331 - Latin American Culture and Civilization (4)
The Latin-American milieu: geographical, political, and cultural aspects of Latin-American civilization with an emphasis on the history, art, architecture and music contributions of Latin-American culture to the world. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 310 or SPAN 311 ; or permission of instructor.
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SPAN 350 - Intro to Hispanic Literature (4)
An introduction to Hispanic literature from its beginning through the 18th century, examining major authors and literary genres from various countries, with careful consideration of contexts, movements, and analysis of literary style. Short stories, poetry, essays and theater are included. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 310 or SPAN 311 ; or permission of instructor.
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SPAN 355 - Intro to Modern Hispanic Literature (4)
An introduction to Hispanic literature from 1800 to the present, analyzing major authors, movements, and literary genres from various countries with careful consideration of contexts and analysis of literary style. Short stories, poetry, essays and theater are included. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 310 or SPAN 311 ; or permission of instructor.
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SPAN 360 - Hispanic Linguistics (4)
An in-depth study of the linguistic system of the Spanish language in Spain and the Americas, including extensive practice in listening, writing, and speaking. Includes work on morphology, sintax, phonetics, phonology, and semantics. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 230 ; or permission of instructor.
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SPAN 361 - Hispanic Media (4)
The contemporary Spanish press, radio, television, theater, and cinema as ideal case studies for exploring the process of redefining gender, national, regional and cultural identity over the past twenty years. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 310 , SPAN 311 ; or permission of instructor.
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SPAN 365 - Latin American Novel (4)
This class will provide students with an approach to studying Latin American novels. Special attention will be given to the history of revolution in Latin America revolutions and how it is reflected in the novels of the most outstanding authors of our time. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 310 ; SPAN 311 or SPAN-320; or permission of instructor.
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SPAN 370 - Modern Hispanic Literature (4)
Readings and discussion in Spanish of 20th-21st century’s trends in literature of Spain, with special emphasis on the generation of 1898 and 1927. Prerequisite(s): or , or , or permission of the instructor.
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SPAN 380 - Immigration and Identity (4)
This course embarks on an exploration of the phenomenon of Hispanic immigration in the United States, Latin America and Spain. Based on short stories, newspapers, films, and scholarly articles this class focuses on the varied experiences of migrants. We will analyze pressing issues of hybrid languages such as “Spanglish” and the process of acculturation and multi-acculturation, which contribute to dynamic identities. In order to delve in to the current status of Hispanic immigration in the United States, we will consider issues such as health, politics, and citizenship.
Prerequisite(s): SPAN 311 or permission of instructor.
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SPAN 391 - Individual Study (1-4)
Intended for Spanish majors and minors who wish to study material not covered by a regularly offered course. May not be repeated more than once without permission of department. Prerequisite(s): Permission of department chair.
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SPAN 400 - Cervantes: The Man and His World (4)
A study of the life and times of Miguel Cervantes and close examination of the style and message of the Quixote and other selected works. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 310 ; SPAN 311 or SPAN-320; SPAN 350 ; or permission of instructor.
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SPAN 410 - Hispanic Theater (4)
Fulfills Fine Arts General Education Requirement. An examination of the development of Hispanic theater. Videos of plays read will be viewed. Scenes and acts from each play will be performed in class (readings); lectures, elements of playwriting discussions, group work, videos, and extensive readings in Spanish; oral and written one-act plays. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 310 ; SPAN 311 or permission of instructor.
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SPAN 425 - Women Writers in the Hispanic Tradition (4)
This course, structured on the basis of theoretical studies of the body, pace and gender, will explore a wide representation of literature according to the influential Hispanic female writers, including a selection of Portuguese-American work. These methods of analysis will be implemented in the field of popular culture, specifically highlight the creative manifestations found in photography, film, dance and media, among others. This course will analyze how and where the body is represented in order to explore stereotypes and possible agency of Hispanic women according to their own writers and artists. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 311 or permission of instructor.
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SPAN 491 - Individual Study (1-4)
Intended for Spanish majors and minors who wish to study material not covered by a regularly offered course. May not be repeated more than once without permission of department. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 310 (33) or SPAN 311 ;
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SPAN 493 - Selected Topics (1-4)
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Theatre Studies |
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TH 100 - Pre-Professional Studies (0-6)
Laboratory experience in dramatic or reader’s theatre productions. Repeatable for a maximum of 6 hours. (Offered fall/spring.)
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TH 121 - Introduction to Theatre (3)
Fulfills Fine Arts Goal. A study of the various arts involved in a theatrical production. The phases of preparation, performance and evaluation are considered in terms of historical development and current practice. Special emphasis is given to theatre as a means of communication and as a collaborative art. Classroom performance. (Offered fall/spring/summer.)
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TH 126 - Storytelling (3)
The purpose of this course is to help the student understand and enjoy the art of storytelling, to increase performance skills, to learn the basic mechanics of narratives, and to sharpen critical skills through the performance and analysis of various types of stories. (Offered spring-as needed.)
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TH 193 - Selected Topics (1-6)
Repeatable under different topics. (Offered as needed.)
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TH 221 - Performance Studies (3)
This course is an introduction to the theories and practices of analyzing, interpreting, and criticizing texts through performance. Operating on a theory that texts are best understood and appreciated when performed, this course is designed to give the student experience performing as well as using performance as a method of analysis including: a study of the ways to respond to literature, ways to read for different purposes, techniques involved in effective communication of an author’s message and mood, and personal development of confidence, poise and essential vocal qualities (diction, pitch, modulation, tempo controls and varieties, volume control). (Offered fall.)
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TH 222 - Stagecraft (3)
Principles and practices of scenic construction, setting, furnishing, properties and lighting. Practical experience with University Theatre productions emphasized. Organized for those who plan to design, build, paint and light scenery in an educational setting, as well as those who approach theatre as a vocation or an avocation. (Offered spring-odd years.)
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TH 223 - Acting for the Stage (3)
This course includes basic performance and rehearsal techniques for the actor in which different forms of oral and written discourse are stressed. This involves practice in exercises and scene work, and studies in character development and physical/vocal work. It also includes examination of the historical development of the role of actor and of theories of acting. Students will engage in classroom performance/critique of scenes. (Offered fall-odd years.)
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TH 224 - Group Performance (3)
This course is designed to give students experience in selecting, compiling, scripting, analyzing, staging, directing, and performing group performances of literary, cultural, and nontraditional texts. (Offered spring-as needed.) Prerequisite(s): TH 100
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TH 225 - Modern American Comedy (3)
This course surveys American comic writing and performance as it reflects changing societal tastes and stylistic changes from vaudeville through theatre, radio, film, television, improv., and clubs. (Offered as needed.)
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TH 226 - Topics in Variety Arts (3)
These courses are studies of the history and performance techniques in the variety arts. Rotating topics include: stage and close-up magic, puppetry, juggling and clown skills, busking and the new vaudeville movement. Repeatable for a maximum of 6 hours. (Offered as needed.)
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TH 293 - Selected Topics (3)
Repeatable under different topics. (Offered as needed.)
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TH 300 - Advanced Pre-Professional Studies (0-6)
Advanced laboratory experience in theatrical or reader’s theatre productions. Repeatable for a maximum of 6 hours. (Offered fall/spring.)
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TH 321 - Theatrical Design (3)
An intellectual, creative, and practical study of the theatrical design process. The class will focus on the scenic and lighting response to theatrical productions. (Offered spring-even years.) Prerequisite(s): TH 222
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TH 323 - Alternative and Experimental Theatre (3)
This performance-based course is an overview of various alternative performance styles, genres, movements, and practices that fall outside the purview of traditional theatrical representation, such as performance art, ethnographic performance, stand-up comedy, mystery, invisible theatre, and performance of non-traditional literature. (Offered spring-as needed.)
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TH 324 - Theatre History and Criticism (3)
Survey of theory and history of the theatre and drama from the various origins to the present day. A study of the relationship between the theatre and the social and aesthetic values of its time. (Offered fall-even years.) Prerequisite(s): TH 121 ;
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TH 325 - Directing for the Stage (3)
Theory and practice of the director’s function: play analysis, concept and interpretation, casting, rehearsing, staging techniques, using the promptbook. Examination of historical development of the director. Exercises in case studies and criticism. Classroom performance/critique of scenes. (Offered spring-even years.) Prerequisite(s): TH 121 .
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TH 393 - Selected Topics (1-3)
Repeatable under different topics. (Offered as needed.)
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TH 423 - Advanced Acting (3)
This course is a continuation of the work started in TH 223 , with special emphasis given to advanced scene work, styles of acting, advanced character development, and audition techniques. Prerequisite(s): TH 223 .
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TH 425 - Advanced Directing (3)
This course is an extension of the work started in TH 325 with an emphasis on more complicated and extended scene work, an exploration of styles beyond realism, and period work. Prerequisite(s): TH 325 .
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TH 491 - Individual Study (1-3)
Specialized study in an area of theatre or performance studies under the supervision of a faculty member with an approved format. (Offered fall/spring.)
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TH 493 - Selected Topics (1-6)
Repeatable under different topics. (Offered as needed.)
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TH 495 - Internship (0-12)
Qualified students may apply to work within various dimensions of theatrical activity. Opportunities include community theatre and various performing arts venues. Repeatable to a maximum of 12 hours. (Offered fall/spring/summer.)
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University Core |
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UC 100 - First Year Seminar (3)
This course will create a focused context for first-year students’ introduction to the complex demands of the academic community. Students will think intentionally about their education, practice critical reading, practice inquiry about an issue from more than one disciplinary perspective, and practice a high standard of written and oral communication. We recognize the need for students to cultivate flexible ways of thinking in an era of rapid and sometimes dramatic change. (Offered fall/spring)
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UC 100H - First Year Seminar (3)
This course will create a focused context for first-year students’ introduction to the complex demands of the academic community. Students will think intentionally about their education, practice critical reading, practice inquiry about an issue from more than one disciplinary perspective, and practice a high standard of written and oral communication. We recognize the need for students to cultivate flexible ways of thinking in an era of rapid and sometimes dramatic change. Prerequisite(s): Honor Program.
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UC 110 - Reading and Writing in College (3)
Fosters critical reading of challenging material. Aims at teaching students to perform successfully the writing tasks that are an accepted part of college life. (Offered fall/spring.)
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UC 120 - Oral Communication (3)
Fosters the competencies necessary for effective speaking and listening in both interpersonal and intra-personal forms. The student develops insight and skill sending and receiving factual, expressive, persuasive and problem-solving messages in small and large group settings with a focus on public speaking. (Offered fall/spring.)
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UC 140 - Quantitative Reasoning (3)
Introduces the student to contemporary mathematical thinking and develops the capacity for engaging in logical thinking and critical evaluation of quantitative information. The power of mathematics is conveyed by the great variety of problems that can be modeled and solved by quantitative means. (Offered fall/spring.)
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UC 150 - Global Awareness (3)
Focuses on the context of the economic interdependence of modern society, the geographic structure of the contemporary world, the cultural similarities and differences among people in different sectors of the world, and the political difference resulting from philosophy, ideology and resources. Course sections will focus on different regions (e.g., the Middle East) and different issues (e.g., war or hunger) to address the course goals. (Offered fall/spring.)
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UC 150H - Global Awareness (3)
Focuses on the context of the economic interdependence of modern society, the geographic structure of the contemporary world, the cultural similarities and differences among people in different sectors of the world, and the political difference resulting from philosophy, ideology and resources. Course sections will focus on different regions (e.g., the Middle East) and different issues (e.g., war or hunger) to address the course goals. (Offered fall/spring.) Prerequisite(s): Honors program.
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UC 200 - Cultural Pluralism in American Society (3)
Analyzes the history, patterns, contemporary social costs of, and moral questions posed by, prejudice and discrimination in the United States against racial and ethnic minorities as well as women. (Offered fall/spring.)
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UC 200H - Cultural Pluralism (3)
Analyzes the history, patterns, contemporary social costs of, and moral questions posed by, prejudice and discrimination in the United States against racial and ethnic minorities as well as women. (Offered fall/spring.) Prerequisite(s): Honors Program.
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UC 220H - Religion Foundations and the Bible (3)
Introduces the student to the general topic of religion in life and the biblical tradition in the Christian faith. The course will include treatment of parallels with other world religions. Religious Foundations and the Bible will also introduce students to historical and critical approaches to the Hebrew and Christian Bibles. (Offered fall/spring.) Prerequisite(s): UC 110 Reading and Writing in College , ENGL 111 Academic Composition or equivalent, and Honors Program.
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UC 240 - Science and Technology in Society (3)
Develops the student’s understanding of the nature of science and technology and its knowledge through the study of selected concepts, processes and skills in science and technology. The impact of scientific/technological knowledge in society and the relationship between the nature of this knowledge and other ways of knowing also is examined. (Offered fall/spring.)
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UC 241 - Science and Technology in Society (2)
Develops the student’s understanding of the nature of science through the study of selected concepts, processes and skills in natural science and technology. The impact of scientific/technological knowledge on society and the relationship between science and other ways of knowing also is examined.
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UC 242 - Topics of Science of Music (2)
Students will develop an understanding of the nature of science through the study of selected scientific concepts, processes and skills as they apply to musical elements. The impact of musical acoustics and its impact on general society will also be explored and explained. This course serves as an introduction to the science of music, connecting physical, neurological and social sciences with elements of music. Through exploration of acoustics (i.e. waves, frequency, amplitude of sound), electronics (i.e. amplifier, microphone, speakers), perception (i.e. hearing function and processing), and architecture (i.e. performance halls and adapted spaces), the student will explore environmental realities in which they live and work. This course meets a GenEd non-lab requirement for Natural Science. Prerequisite(s): Basic musical knowledge and an understanding of college entry-level mathematics. (Cannot be taken if UC-243 is taken.)
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UC 243 - Topics in Science of Music & Lab (3)
Students will develop an understanding of the nature of science through the study of selected scientific concepts and lab experiments, processes and skills as they apply to musical elements, the impact of musical acoustics and its impact on general society will also be explored and explained. This course serves as an introduction to the science of music, connecting physical, neurological and social sciences with elements of music. Through exploration of acoustics (i.e. waves, frequency, amplitude of sound), electronics (i.e. amplifier, microphone, speakers), perception (i.e. hearing function and processing), and architecture (i.e. performance halls and adapted spaces), the student will explore environmental realities in which they live and work. This course meets a GenEd lab requirement for Natural Science. Prerequisite(s): High school level musical experiences (or the equivalent) and an understanding of college entry-level mathematics. (Cannot be taken if UC-242 is taken.)
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UC 310 - Humanities: Classical, Medieval and Renaissance (3)
Requires students to examine in some depth selected works which illustrate the philosophic, artistic and historical concerns of Western culture. Traces shifts in cultural perspectives from the Classical world to the Renaissance. (Offered fall/spring.) Prerequisite(s): UC 110 or ENGL 111 ; Fine Arts Goal (ART 210 , ENGL 204 , or FRNCH 410 or MUSIC 225 or TH 121 ); UC 220 and 60 hours.
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UC 310H - Humanities: Classical, Medieval and Renaissance (3)
Requires students to examine in some depth selected works which illustrate the philosophic, artistic and historical concerns of Western culture. Traces shifts in cultural perspectives from the Classical world to the Renaissance. (Offered fall/spring.) Prerequisite(s): UC 110 or ENGL 111 ; Fine Arts (ART 210 , ENGL 204 , FRNCH 410 or MUSIC 225 or TH 121 ; UC 220 and 60 hours, and Honors Program.
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UC 311 - Humanities: Enlightenment to the Present (3)
Gen Ed Goal #10. Requires students to examine in some depth selected works which illustrate the philosophic, artistic and historic concerns of Western culture. Traces shifts in cultural perspectives from the Enlightenment to the present. (Offered fall/spring.) Prerequisite(s): UC 110 or ENGL 111 ; Fine Arts Goal (ART 210 , ENGL 204 , or FRNCH 410 or MUSIC 225 or TH 121 ); UC 220 and 60 hours.
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UC 410 - Ethical Issues and Contemporary Religious Conviction (3)
Ethical Thought. Students will achieve an understanding of basic moral issues, practice critical and constructive ethical reflection, and consider alternative patterns of moral grounding, including Judeo-Christian tradition. (Offered fall/spring.) Prerequisite(s): UC 220 and 75 hours.
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UC 410H - Ethical Issues and Contemporary Religious Conviction (3)
Ethical Thought. Students will achieve an understanding of basic moral issues, practice critical and constructive ethical reflection, and consider alternative patterns of moral grounding, including Judeo-Christian tradition. (Offered fall/spring.) Prerequisite(s): UC 220 and 75 hours, and Honors Program.
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University Studies |
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UNIV 100 - College Learning Strategies (1)
This course is aimed at selected incoming first-year students and is designed to enhance their ability to achieve academic success by improving their study habits, teaching them new learning strategies, and providing them opportunities to practice these techniques within the context of their other coursework.
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UNIV 101 - Academic Reading and Writing for International Students (4)
UNIV-101 focuses on the reading, writing, and library skills and the ESL language and cultural issues particularly relevant to success in a United States university for non-native speakers of English. This course is designed to prepare the student for the rigors of university-level reading and writing tasks. Students will practice comprehension of challenging university-level texts centering on cultural themes and employ that knowledge in writing essays and research paper. The student will develop the library skills necessary to succeed in a United States university. The course will focus on understanding and applying test-taking strategies based on your reading assignments and class discussions. Aspects of American culture such as values and beliefs, religion, ethnic and racial diversity, and the American family and educational system will be thoroughly explored. UNIV-101 is required of those international students with a TOEFL score below 540 (76 iBT TOEFL) & must be taken during the first semester of undergraduate studies. Typically followed by UC-110 or ENGL-111. Students who have taken ENGL-100 or ENGL-102 should not enroll in UNIV-101.
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UNIV 102 - Spoken Communication for International Students (4)
UNIV-102 focuses on the listening, speaking, and classroom participation skills and the ESL language and cultural issues particularly relevant to success in a United States university for non-native speakers of English. This course is designed to prepare the student for the rigors of university-level listening and speaking tasks. The student will practice the English skills needed to understand lectures and take effective notes, to participate confidently in classroom discussions, small group conferences, and one-on-one conversations, and to speak effectively in individual and group presentations. The course will also focus on understanding various cultural issues that can improve the university experience as the student begins undergraduate study, including classroom and course expectations, student life in the United States and idiomatic language. UNIV-102 is required of those international students with a TOEFL score below 540 (76 iBT TOEFL) & must be taken during the first semester of undergraduate studies. Typically followed by UC-120.
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UNIV 199 - College Success Strategies (1)
College Success Strategies is designed to facilitate students’ successful transition into the first year of college. The course fosters a sense of community and belonging, promotes engagement in the curricular and co-curricular life of the university, further introduces students to key resources, assists students in developing successful behaviors and strategies, and helps students clarify their purpose, meaning, and direction in college. Course content is tailored to the needs of the students and is student driven. UNIV 199 covers topics such as social wellness and getting involved in and around campus; college expectations; campus resources; creating an academic plan; financial literacy; becoming engaged in learning; academic advising; identity and diversity; and time management and organization. In other words, UNIV 199 introduces students to the essential behaviors and strategies needed to achieve and sustain academic success. National studies indicate that students who successfully complete first-year transition courses such as UNIV 199 on average earn higher GPAs and are more likely to return for their second year of college.
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