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RELIG 325 - Women Mystics (3)
This course examines the religious thought and experience of women who have reported extraordinary experiences of prayer, visions, contemplation, or mystical union with the divine. We will explore the ways in which women expressed their experiences through preaching, writing, art, music, and worship. A particular focus of the course will be the issue of women’s authority and “voice” in their religious communities. (Offered as needed.)
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RELIG 330 - Synoptic Gospels (3)
A study of the primary Christian sources: Matthew, Mark, and Luke, with a particular attention to their development as sources for the life and teaching of Jesus. (Offered as needed.)
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RELIG 335 - Pauline Studies (3)
A study of major themes in Pauline literature, examining their relevance for addressing our lives today. (Offered as needed.)
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RELIG 360 - Advanced Asian Religions (3)
This course is a focused study of a specific Asian religious tradition such as Hinduism, Buddhism or Chinese Religions; or a theme or issue such as an historical period, geographical area, historical person or religious concern is Asian religions. Attention will be given to historical development, sacred texts, contemporary beliefs and practices. The specific topic of inquiry will be indicated by the course subtitle. The course may be repeated for credit with permission of the instructor or department chair. (Offered spring odd years.)
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RELIG 380 - Hymns and Christian Tradition (3)
This course studies the development and use of hymns as a heritage of the Christian Church. The theological, historical and cultural currents influencing the origins of hymns and their development will be explored. Methods for literary, poetic, and musical analysis will also be discussed. Also, this course seeks to give insight and understanding to worship leaders of the trends affecting the use and creation of hymns in contemporary Christian worship and practice. (Offered fall-odd years, not offered fall 2021.)
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RELIG 381 - Introduction Faith and Moral Development (3)
An introduction to theories of faith and moral development with attention given to the work of such theorists as Erik Erikson, Robert Coles, James Fowler, Lawrence Kohberg, Carol Gilligan, and Nel Noddings. Attention will also be given to the application of those theories in educational and church settings. (Offered spring-odd years.)
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RELIG 382 - Foundations of Youth Ministry and Christian Education (3)
This course is an introduction to the theory and practice of Youth Ministry and Christian Education. (Offered fall-even years.)
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RELIG 393 - Selected Topics (1 - 4)
New and different topics are offered periodically. The course is individually designed by the department or school and has stated class meetings and times. A topic may be offered only once as a selected topics course. Approval of the course must be submitted in writing to the registrar by the appropriate department head and associate provost. Subsequent offerings of the same selected topic are subject to the approval of the Curriculum Committee of the College. Credit is normally three semester hours. Entry into the class is subject to established departmental or school policies. When offering a selected topics course, the department determines the course level.
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RELIG 401 - Advanced Old Testament/Prophets (3)
Old Testament: literary, historical and theological context through the study of one of the following topics: The Pentateuch; The Prophets of Israel; The Writings; The Ancient Near East. (Offered spring even years.)
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RELIG 465 - Field Experience in Christian Education (3)
Supervised experience in a congregation or an approved church-related field. (Offered as needed.)
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RELIG 480 - Field Experience in Ministry (3)
Students will be placed in ministry settings for a minimum of 120 hours, to develop professional skills in the practice of ministry under supervision. In addition to working with a field supervisor in the ministry context, students will work with a faculty supervisor. Through an ongoing process of assessment and consultation, the student will be guided towards a deeper theological reflection, greater growth, and improved competence in the practice of ministry. (Offered as needed.) Prerequisite(s): RELIG 180 ;
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RELIG 481 - Departmental Seminar (1)
Seminar for department majors and minors that will support the development of the research project and portfolio. Meets all day on one Saturday. (Offered fall.)
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RELIG 491 - Individual Study (1-3)
Individual, independent study with a faculty mentor. (Offered as needed.)
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RELIG 493 - Selected Topics (1 - 4)
New and different topics are offered periodically. The course is individually designed by the department or school and has stated class meetings and times. A topic may be offered only once as a selected topics course. Approval of the course must be submitted in writing to the registrar by the appropriate department head and associate provost. Subsequent offerings of the same selected topic are subject to the approval of the Curriculum Committee of the College. Credit is normally three semester hours. Entry into the class is subject to established departmental or school policies. When offering a selected topics course, the department determines the course level.
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RELIG 499 - Senior Thesis (3)
Independent student scholarship usually comprising literature review and research, and a written and oral presentation of findings. Required of all religion majors in the fall of the senior year. The course guides students through the process and methodology of writing either a thirty-page research paper in the major or a final capstone project with required writing component (fourteen pages). (Offered fall.) Prerequisite(s): senior class level.
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Russian |
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RUS 110 - Elementary Russian I (4)
Study of the Russian language as a means of communication through development of listening, speaking, reading and writing skills. Sound and pronunciation rules; acquisition and application of Cyrillic alphabet; acquisition and application of grammatical principles. Customs and current trends in Russian culture. Offered fall semester on a three-year rotation.
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RUS 111 - Elementary Russian II (4)
Continuation of techniques used in for development of listening comprehension, speaking, reading and writing skills. Daily practice of pronunciation and application of grammatical rules. Contemporary Russian culture. Offered spring semester on a three-year rotation. Prerequisite(s): RUS 110 or placement exam.
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RUS 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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RUS 193 - Selected Topics (1-4)
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RUS 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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RUS 293 - Selected Topics (1-4)
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Social Science |
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SOSCI 210 - Social Science Statistics (4)
Fulfills the Signature Learning Quantitative Reasoning requirement. A study of descriptive and inferential statistics, including correlations, regression and hypothesis testing using the t, F and chi square tests. Not open to students who have credit for MATH 215 . Offered fall/spring/summer. Prerequisite(s): A college algebra course or its equivalent (MATH 110 ).
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SOSCI 220 - Social Science Research Methods (4)
Students learn research logic, strategies, issues in the social sciences, including qualitative and quantitative techniques, program evaluation, and survey, correlational, experimental, quasi-experimental, single subject, and field research designs. Students develop and test research hypotheses and identify and operationally define research variables, design research studies, draw valid conclusions, and write research reports following a professional style. Offered fall/spring. Prerequisite(s): or MATH 215 Elementary Statistics .
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Social Work |
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SWK 100 - Professional Development: Values, Ethics and Justice (4)
An introduction to professional development in the helping professions, including the roles, practices, values, ethics, and justice used in generalist social work practice with individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities. Special focus on technology enhanced learning, community resource identification, and social service utilization. The course includes a service-learning component. The course contributes to building knowledge, skills, and service effectiveness to promote social, economic, and environmental justice and well-being in a global society. (Offered Fall.) Prerequisite(s): The course is open to all students and there is no prerequisite.
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SWK 293 - Selected Topics (1 - 4)
New and different topics are offered periodically at an introductory level. The course is individually designed by the department or school and has stated class meetings and times. A topic may be offered only once as a selected topics course. Approval of the course must be submitted in writing to the registrar by the appropriate department head and associate provost. Subsequent offerings of the same selected topic are subject to the approval of the Curriculum Committee of the College. Credit is normally three semester hours. Entry into the class is subject to established departmental or school policies. When offering a selected topics course, the department determines the course level.
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SWK 335 - Human Behavior in the Social Environment I (4)
Human Behavior in the Social Environment is the first of the two-semester course that includes the study of traditional and alternative paradigms to explain the physical, cognitive, identity, and socio-emotional development of individuals within diverse family groups, with specific focus on conception to late adolescence. Students will learn how to critically evaluate the literature, with specific attention to adaptive functioning, diversity issues between and within groups, and ethical practice. A strengths perspective will be utilized to integrate knowledge and practice. Prerequisite(s): SOC 115 Principles of Sociology or SOC 120 Introduction to Sociology and PSYCH 120 Introduction to Psychology or PSYCH 121 General Psychology .
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SWK 345 - Psychosocial Aspects of Aging (4)
Bio-psychosocial and cultural aspects of aging. Policies and services for meeting the needs of the aged. (Offered As Needed)
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SWK 353 - Social Welfare Policy Analysis (4)
The study of social welfare policy practice and policy analysis within the context of current arrangements to meet human service needs in contemporary society. The course offers an introduction to social welfare policy and provides background information to apply the policy model relevant to social welfare programs at local, state or federal level. (Offered spring.) Prerequisite(s): SWK 352 and SWK 336 .
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SWK 370 - Practice I: Micro-Practice (4)
Generalist social work knowledge, skills and values for working with individuals and couples. This is the first of three social work practice courses that provide a values/skills/knowledge base for the generalist social work practitioner. The current course provides beginning generalist skills in working with individuals, along with a lab that provides “hands-on” practice in: interviewing, problem-solving and professional relationship process, along with opportunities to integrate these skills as students practice individual models of treatment.
A central focus of this course involves attention to particular elements of social engagement; especially, the dynamics created by human diversity, the promotion of social and economic justice, and empowerment of oppressed individuals. The course includes an overview of the helping process and provides the student the opportunity to integrate research, evaluation, knowledge, skills and values derived from the courses in the major. Prerequisite(s): Course is open only to social work majors.(Offered Spring/Summer.) Prerequisite(s): Course is open only to social work majors. SWK 336 , SWK 352 , and SWK 353 .
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SWK 393 - Selected Topics (1 - 4)
New and different topics are offered periodically at an intermediate/advanced level. The course is individually designed by the department or school and has stated class meetings and times. A topic may be offered only once as a selected topics course. Approval of the course must be submitted in writing to the registrar by the appropriate department head and associate provost. Subsequent offerings of the same selected topic are subject to the approval of the Curriculum Committee of the College. Credit is normally three semester hours. Entry into the class is subject to established departmental or school policies. When offering a selected topics course, the department determines the course level. (Offered as needed.)
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SWK 460 - Social Work Practice - II: Mezzo-Practice (4)
Mezzo-Practice is the second of three social work practice courses that focuses on families and groups with attention to particular elements of smaller system dynamics. The course includes research informed practice, including engagement, assessment, service planning, and evaluation of families and groups with opportunities to integrate learning from Micro-practice and Field Education. Offered Fall, to be taken concurrently with SWK 462 and SWK 463. Course is only open to Social Work majors.
Mezzo-Practice is the second of three social work practice courses that focuses on families and groups with attention to particular elements of smaller system dynamics. The course includes research informed practice, including engagement, assessment, service planning, and evaluation of families and groups with opportunities to integrate learning from Micro-practice and Field Education. Prerequisite(s): Minimum grade of C earned in SOSCI 210 Social Science Statistics , SOSCI 220 Social Science Research Methods , SWK 335 Human Behavior in the Social Environment I , SWK 336 Human Behavior in the Social Environment II , SWK 352 Contemporary Social Welfare Programs , SWK 353 Social Welfare Policy Analysis , SWK 370 Practice I: Micro-Practice . Students must have Senior standing in the Social Work Program. Corequisite(s): SWK 462 and SWK 463
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SWK 461 - Social Work Practice III: Macro-Practice (4)
This course is the third in the Social Work Practice Sequence. Students will receive instruction in and experience with engaging, assessing and building productive relationships with and within organizations and communities at the macro- practice level. A central focus of this course involves attention to particular elements of large system dynamics affecting women and members of diverse ethnic and racial groups in order to expose students to an appreciation of human diversity, the promotion of social and economic justice, and empowerment of oppressed populations. The course includes an overview of organizational and community structures and development within large systems and the interaction between them and provides the student with the opportunity to integrate research, evaluation, knowledge, skills, and values derived from core courses. This course is only open to Social Work majors. Prerequisite(s): A minimum of a C is earned: SOSCI 210, SOSCI 220, SWK 335, SWK 336, SWK 352, SWK 353, SWK 370. Students must have senior standing in the Social Work Program. Corequisite(s): SWK 464 , SWK 465 and senior status in the degree program.
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SWK 464 - Senior Field Instruction - II (6)
The complementary goals of this course is (a) to integrate social work theory and knowledge with experience in the agency field practicum and (b) to develop generalist practice skills in a social service agency setting. This course is built upon first semester’s Senior Field Instruction I with continued placement in a social service agency, two days each week (16 hours per week) throughout the semester, under a qualified Field Instructor for the development of professional knowledge and skills in providing direct services to individuals, families, groups, and communities. (Offered Spring.)
Prerequisite(s): Majors only, senior status in the BSW program with the following prerequisite courses having earned at least a ‘C’: SOSCI 210 Social Science Statistics, SOSCI 220 Social Science Research Methods, SWK 460 Social Work Practice - II: Mezzo-Practice, SWK 462 Senior Field Instruction - I, SWK 463 Senior Field Seminar - I, all 300-level Social Work and below sequence courses, and senior status. Taken concurrently with SWK 461 Social Work Practice III: Macro-Practice and SWK 465 Senior Field Seminar - II. Corequisite(s): SWK 461 and SWK 465
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SWK 465 - Senior Field Seminar - II (4)
The complementary goals of these courses are (a) to integrate social work theory and knowledge with experience in the agency field practicum and (b) to develop generalist practice skills in a social service agency setting. This course is built upon Senior Field Instruction I Seminar (SWK 463), providing a forum for discussion of theoretical, practice, and ethical issues arising in the second semester’s field placement in a social service agency. Through field instruction and the seminar courses students integrate theory, knowledge, skills, and values derived from the foundation courses.
Prerequisite(s): Social Work majors only, senior status in the BSW program with the following prerequisite courses having earned at least a ‘C’: SOSCI 210 Social Science Statistics, SOSCI 220, SWK 460, SWK-461, SWK 462, SWK 463, SWK-464 and all 300-level Social Work and below sequence courses.nd senior status. Taken concurrently with SWK 461 Social Work Practice III: Macro-Practice and SWK 465 Senior Field Seminar - II. Corequisite(s): SWK 461 and SWK 464.
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SWK 490 - Interprofessional Cultural Competency for Health and Human Service Professionals (4)
This course is designed to complement fieldwork and clinical experiences in nursing, education, and social work. Students will be engaged in the process of identifying, assessing, and enhancing their own cultural competency through standardized measures as well as reflections on field-based experiences. Areas to be addressed are: cultural desire, cultural awareness; cultural knowledge; cultural skills; and cultural encounters. The course will facilitate engagement in a culturally sensitive progression from ethnocentrism to ethnorelativism. (Offered as needed.) Prerequisite(s): UC 270 Cultural Pluralism ; SWK 227 Diversity in a Global Society or instructor’s permission required.
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SWK 491 - Individual Study (1-4)
(Offered as needed.)
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SWK 493 - Selected Topics (1 - 4)
New and different topics are offered periodically (advanced courses). The course is individually designed by the department or school and has stated class meetings and times. A topic may be offered only once as a selected topics course. Approval of the course must be submitted in writing to the registrar by the appropriate department head and associate provost. Subsequent offerings of the same selected topic are subject to the approval of the Curriculum Committee of the College. Credit is normally three semester hours. Entry into the class is subject to established departmental or school policies. When offering a selected topics course, the department determines the course level. (Offered as needed.)
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SOC 115 - Principles of Sociology (3)
Fulfills the Signature Learning Social Science requirement. An introduction to the principles of sociology including an examination of major theoretical frameworks, the social construction of reality, culture, social interaction, groups and organizations, deviance, and the various social institutions. Attention is paid to the theory and methodology of the social sciences.. This course is designed for non-Sociology/Criminology majors/minors. Students can only receive credit once when taking SOC-115 or SOC-120. (Offered fall/spring.)
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SOC 120 - Introduction to Sociology (4)
Fulfills the Signature Learning Social Science requirement. An introduction to the principles of sociology, including an examination of major theoretical frameworks, the social construction of reality, culture, social interaction, groups and organizations, deviance, and the various social institutions. Attention is paid to the theory and methodology of the social sciences. This course is designed for Sociology and Criminology majors/minors, but is open to all students. Students can only receive credit once when taking SOC 115 or SOC 120. (Offered fall/spring.)
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SOC 200 - Seminar I - Ethics (1)
An introduction to ethical issues in sociology and criminology, including an interpretation and use of ethics in research and practice. This course fulfills the requirements for PSYCH 200 . (This course is graded pass/fail.) (Offered spring.)
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SOC 293 - Selected Topics (1 - 4)
New and different topics are offered periodically. The course is individually designed by the department or school and has stated class meetings and times. A topic may be offered only once as a selected topics course. Approval of the course must be submitted in writing to the registrar by the appropriate department head and associate provost. Subsequent offerings of the same selected topic are subject to the approval of the Curriculum Committee of the College. Credit is normally three semester hours. Entry into the class is subject to established departmental or school policies. When offering a selected topics course, the department determines the course level.
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SOC 310 - Sociology of Sex and Gender (4)
An introduction to issues related to sex and gender, including social constructions of gender throughout history, gender socialization, sex and gender roles, gender identity, gender and the law, and gender and social change. (Offered spring.) Prerequisite(s): SOC 115 or SOC 120 .
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SOC 320 - Sociology of Law (4)
A study of the interrelationships between law and other social structures and processes, including the structure of law, the origins of law, socio-legal theories of law, and how social changes affect the law. (Offered fall.) Prerequisite(s): SOC 115 or SOC 120 , CRIM 230 .
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SOC 330 - Social Deviance/Social Control (4)
The study of the relationship between social deviance and social control, including an examination of various theories of deviant behavior, and the application of theory to actual cases of deviance. (Offered fall.) Prerequisite(s): SOC 115 or SOC 120 .
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SOC 360 - Social Problems (4)
Application of sociological principles to selected major problems of contemporary society. Topics may include poverty, health, global issues, the environment, violence, social justice, and social institutions (Offered fall.) Prerequisite(s): SOC 115 or SOC 120 .
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SOC 360 (CE) - Social Problems (Civic / Community Engagement) (4)
Application of sociological principles to selected major problems of contemporary society. Topics may include poverty, health, global issues, the environment, violence, social justice, and social institutions. This course is designated as a civic/engaged course. (Offered fall) Prerequisite(s): SOC 115 or SOC 120 .
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SOC 370 - Urban Sociology (4)
Exploration of the social origins of urban existence as a social system focusing on socio-historical development, organization, and problems of cities and urban life. Topics may include a comparative cities study, urban spatial design, environmental and ecological challenges, transportation networks, and dimensions of urban sustainability. (Offered spring.) Prerequisite(s): SOC 115 or SOC 120 .
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SOC 390 - Social Stratification-Race, Ethnicity, Class, and Gender (4)
This course analyzes the constructs of race and ethnicity, class, gender and other important dimensions of social inequality, while also addressing their intersectionality and historical roots. (Offered as needed.) Prerequisite(s): SOC 115 or SOC 120 .
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SOC 393 - Selected Topics (1 - 4)
New and different topics are offered periodically. The course is individually designed by the department or school and has stated class meetings and times. A topic may be offered only once as a selected topics course. Approval of the course must be submitted in writing to the registrar by the appropriate department head and associate provost. Subsequent offerings of the same selected topic are subject to the approval of the Curriculum Committee of the College. Credit is normally three semester hours. Entry into the class is subject to established departmental or school policies. When offering a selected topics course, the department determines the course level.
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SOC 410 - Social Theory (4)
Social historical study and analysis of major social theorists, and the contributions each made to the study of society. (Offered spring.) Prerequisite(s): SOC 115 or SOC 120 and junior standing.
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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-115 or SOC-120. SOC-410.
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SOC 491 - Individual Study (1-4)
Individual, independent study with a faculty mentor. (Offered as needed.)
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SOC 493 - Selected Topics (1 - 4)
New and different topics are offered periodically. The course is individually designed by the department or school and has stated class meetings and times. A topic may be offered only once as a selected topics course. Approval of the course must be submitted in writing to the registrar by the appropriate department head and associate provost. Subsequent offerings of the same selected topic are subject to the approval of the Curriculum Committee of the College. Credit is normally three semester hours. Entry into the class is subject to established departmental or school policies. When offering a selected topics course, the department determines the course level.
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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 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 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 380 - Immigration and Identity (4)
This course fulfills the Signature Learning Global Systems requirement.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. (This course fulfills the Signature Learning Cultural Pluralism requirement for students entering Capital prior to fall, 2019).
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 410 - Hispanic Theater (4)
This courses fulfills the Signature Learning Fine Arts 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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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.)
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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 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 as needed.)
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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 as needed.)
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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 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 dramatic or reader’ s theatre productions. Repeatable for a maximum of 6 hours. (Offered fall/spring.)
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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 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 as needed.) 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 as needed.) 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 401 - Capstone Project 1-3
The focus of this course, the capstone project, is intended to provide theatre majors with an opportunity to produce scholarship that highlights the integration of their course work, knowledge, skills, and experiential learning. Working with a faculty sponsor, the student will conduct research, do an in-depth study of a specialize topic, and/or develop a substantial creative project. Prerequisite(s): COMM 201 and permission of instructor.
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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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