Apr 28, 2024  
2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin 
    
2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin [ARCHIVED BULLETIN]

Course Descriptions


 

Russian

  
  • RUS 193 - Selected Topics

    (1-4)
  
  • 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.
  
  • RUS 293 - Selected Topics

    (1-4)

Social Justice

  
  • SOCJ 100 - Social Justice Seminar I

    (1)
    This course provides an introduction to social justice including the concepts, theories and activist projects of social justice movements. Emphasis is placed on self-reflection, and understanding self and others as embedded within the power structures of positionality, privilege, and justice. (Offered fall) Prerequisite(s): SOC 115  or SOC 120 .
  
  • SOCJ 300 - Social Justice Seminar II

    (1)
    This course prepares students for the Social Justice Capstone Experience (SOCJ-499).  Students will review theories of justice, identify potential partners and projects, examine community-based research methods, and develop an initial proposal for their Capstone project. (Offered fall). Prerequisite(s): SOCJ 100 Social Justice Seminar I 
  
  • SOCJ 499 - Social Justice Capstone

    (4)
    This course is the culmination of foundational and topical social justice coursework.  Students will conduct a theory-driven project that addresses community needs. The change-maker begins with emersion in a chosen community to form relationships and learn needs.  This crucial foundation is translated into a proposal that includes realistic goals and social justice methods.  The change maker implements her/his/their proposal with support from community members and tracks outcomes. Dissemination occurs through presentation to community members and at other venues. (Offered fall). Prerequisite(s): Take 3-4 hours in a Community Engagement designated course OR UNIV 194 - Social Justice - Community Engagement” and SOC 115 Principles of Sociology  or SOC 120 Introduction to Sociology , SOCJ 300 Social Justice Seminar II  junior standing (completed 59+ credit hours).
  
  • UNIV 194 - Social Justice - Community Engagement

    (0)


    Students complete a minimum of 20 hours of community engagement work as verified by the Office of Student and Community Engagement. (Offered: Every semester)

      Prerequisite(s): None


Social Science

  
  • SOSCI 210 - Social Science Statistics

    (4)


    Fulfills the Signature Learning Quantitative Reasoning requirement. A study of descriptive and inferential statistics, including correlation, 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.) 

      Prerequisite(s): A college algebra course or its equivalent (Math 110, Math 120, Math 130, Math 230, or Math 231).

  
  • 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  .

Social Work

  
  • SWK 200 - Introduction to Social Work and Social Welfare

    (4)


    Introduction to Social Work and Social Welfare informs the student of the history, mission, and philosophy of the social work profession. Various social problems and related issues are explored from a humanistic perspective, with specific focus on micro, mezzo, and macro practice in service delivery. The course is open to all students and there is no prerequisite. (Offered fall and spring.)

     

      Prerequisite(s): No pre-requisites.

  
  • SWK 227 - Diversity in a Global Society

    (4)


    This course examines the influence of family structure and function, cultural heritage, religious affiliation, social class, health, and economic resources on generalist social work practice. A central theme of this course involves special attention to particular elements of social engagement affecting members of diverse groups to enable an appreciation of human diversity, the promotion of social, economic, and environmental justice, and empowerment of people. The United States and the world are facing enormous challenges in living together as a global village. The course is designed to shape the social work profession through human understanding in a global society.  (Offered fall and spring.)

    .

     

      Prerequisite(s): No prerequisites.

  
  • 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.
  
  • 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. (Offered fall) Prerequisite(s): SOC 115 Principles of Sociology  or SOC 120 Introduction to Sociology  and PSYCH 120 Introduction to Psychology  or PSYCH 121 General Psychology .
  
  • SWK 336 - Human Behavior in the Social Environment II

    (4)


    Social Work 336 is the second in a two-semester course exploring human development and behavior from a bio-psycho-social, person-in-environment perspective. Emphasis is placed on the diversity of people as well as the interaction between individuals and their environments. Students will continue to integrate research and theory with an emphasis on adult developmental issues, family/group transition, and larger systems. (Offered spring.)

      Prerequisite(s): SWK 335  or equivalent.

  
  • 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)
  
  • SWK 352 - Contemporary Social Welfare Programs

    (4)


    The design of this course is less theoretical and more practical in learning the concepts of contemporary social welfare programs, institutional arrangements, and the socio-cultural, geo-political, and economic systems that influence social welfare programs and the impact these programs have on the community at large. The course examines best strategies/ interventions to promote social, economic, and environmental justice within the context of globalization. Special emphasis is given to the values, attitudes, and ideologies which continue to shape welfare programs and address the key social problems/issues in society.  (Offered fall/spring)

     

      Prerequisite(s): SWK 200  or permission of the instructor.

  
  • 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/summer) Prerequisite(s): SWK 352  and SWK 336 .
  
  • 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 .

  
  • 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.)  

     

     

  
  
  • 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 SWK 460 .  Corequisite(s): SWK 464 , SWK 465  and must have senior standing (90 or more completed credits) in the degree program.
  
  • SWK 462 - Senior Field Instruction - I

    (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 Fall.)

      Prerequisite(s): SWK 460  and senior status in the degree program. All 300-level sequence courses must be completed before enrolling the SWK 462 / SWK 463 .

  
  • SWK 463 - Senior Field Seminar - I

    (4)


    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 Fall.)  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 461  and SWK 465 

  
  • 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

  
  • 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 SOSCI 220 SWK 460 SWK 461 SWK 462 SWK 463 SWK 464  and all 300-level Social Work and below sequence courses and senior status. Taken concurrently with SWK 461  and SWK 465. Corequisite(s): SWK 461  and SWK 464 .

  
  • SWK 491 - Individual Study

    (1-4)
    (Offered as needed.)
  
  • 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.)

Sociology

  
  • SOC 115 - Principles of Sociology

    (3)


    Fulfills the Signature Learning Social Science requirement.  Social Science Goal. 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.)

     

  
  • 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.)
  
  • 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.)
  
  • 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.
  
  • SOC 301 - Seminar II - Career Planning

    (1)
    Preparation for graduate education and professional careers. Students will learn about application to graduate school, law school and the G.R.E. and LSAT tests, and develop a graduate study and/or career plan. This course fulfills the requirements of PSYCH 300. This course is graded Pass/Fail. (Offered fall.)  

     
    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing (completed 60+ credits).
  
  • 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 .
  
  • 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 .

  
  • 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 spring.) 

      Prerequisite(s): SOC 115  or SOC 120 

  
  • 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 .

  
  • 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/community engaged course. (Offered fall) Prerequisite(s): SOC 115  or SOC 120 
  
  • 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 .
  
  • 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 , and junior standing (completed 60+ credits).
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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 (completed 60+ credits).
  
  • 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 or junior standing (completed 60+ credits).
  
  • SOC 465 - International Law

    (4)


    The course will examine the complex and varied sources, traditions, customs, and functions of international law and its significance in the international system.  International law has played an enormous role in shaping the content and form of the international system through an elaborate system of procedures, rules, and guidelines that affect the relationships between states, for example, state sovereignty, diplomacy, peace, war and other dimensions of global existence. The course will examine the complex and varied sources, traditions, customs, and functions of international law and its significance in the international system.

      Prerequisite(s): SOC 115 Principles of Sociology  or SOC 120 Introduction to Sociology  and junior standing (completed 60+ credits).

  
  • SOC 491 - Individual Study

    (1-4)
    Individual, independent study with a faculty mentor.  (Offered as needed.)
  
  • 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.

     

  
  • 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 as needed.) Prerequisite(s): Junior standing (completed 60+ credits).
  
  • SOC 499 - Sociology Capstone

    (4)


    The Capstone course is designed for social science majors who are completing degree requirements in the fields of sociology or criminology. Students will select topics and produce signature work that may include the following: A policy analysis, a research project, or community-engaged work. (Offered as needed).

      Prerequisite(s): Sociology Majors (SOC 115 or SOC 120, SOC 200, SOSCSI 210, SOCSCI 220, SOC 301, SOC 360 (CE) or SOC 360); Criminology Majors (SOC 115 or SOC 120, SOC 200, SOCSCI 210, SOCSCI 220, CRIM 230, SOC 301, CRIM 350).


Spanish

  
  • 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)
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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 mes

    sage of the Quixote and other selected works. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 310 ; SPAN 311  or SPAN-320; SPAN 350 ; or permission of instructor.

  
  • 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.
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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 ;
  
  • SPAN 493 - Selected Topics

    (1-4)

Theatre Studies

  
  • 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.)
     
  
  • 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.)
  
  • 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.)  
  
  • TH 193 - Selected Topics

    (1-6)
    Repeatable under different topics.  (Offered as needed.)
  
  • 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.)  
  
  • 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.)  
  
  • 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.)  
  
  • 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.)
  
  • TH 293 - Selected Topics

    (3)
    Repeatable under different topics.  (Offered as needed.)
  
  • 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.)
  
  • 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.)  
  
  • 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  
  
  • 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 .
  
  • TH 327 - Playwriting

    (3)


    In this course, students will examine the art and craft of creating scripts for the stage.  Students will also explore through reading, discussion, and practice - the many styles and possibilities that exist for the playwright. (Offered as needed.)  

      Prerequisite(s): UC 110 Reading and Writing in College  or ENGL 111 Academic Composition  and TH 121 Introduction to Theatre .

  
  • TH 393 - Selected Topics

    (1-3)
    Repeatable under different topics.  (Offered as needed.)
  
  • 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 specialized topic, and/or develop a substantial creative project. Prerequisite(s): COMM 201  and permission of instructor.
  
  • 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 .
  
  • 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 .
  
  • TH 491 - Individual Study

    (1-6)
    Specialized study in an area of theatre or performance studies under the supervision of a faculty member with an approved format.  (Offered fall/spring.)
  
  • TH 493 - Selected Topics

    (1-6)
    Repeatable under different topics.  (Offered as needed.)
  
  • 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.)

University Core

  
  • 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)
  
  • 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.)
  
  • 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.)
  
  • UC 170 - Introduction to Ethics

    (3)
    Students learn and apply classical and modern approaches to morality, including questions concerning what makes an action right, a character good, and a society just.  These theories will be discussed in conjunction with a variable set of contemporary issues. 
  
  • UC 220 - Religious Foundations and the Bible

    (3)


    Fulfills the Religion Signature Learning requirement. Introduces the student to the academic study of the religious dimensions of human experience and various expressions of religion in life and society. The course, while focusing on the Abrahamic religious traditions will include treatment of other religious traditions. Students will be introduced to historical, literary and cultural critical approaches to religion and sacred texts, and the Hebrew and Christian Bibles. (Offered fall/spring.) 

      Prerequisite(s): ENGL 111 Academic Composition  or equivalent.

  
  • UC 230 - Social Science

    (3)
    This course meets the Signature Learning Social Science requirement. Using specific issues (such as crime, poverty, etc.) this course will introduce the student to the domain of the social sciences, how new knowledge is established and tested, and how the social sciences can be used in choosing from among the competing solutions to social issues. (Offered fall/spring.)
  
  • 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.
  
  • 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 Signature Learning 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.)
  
  • 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 Signature Learning 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.)

     

     

  
  • UC 248 - Natural Science Signature Learning Goal - Non Lab

    (3)
    Course fulfills the Natural Science Signature Learning - non lab requirement (Group A).
  
  • UC 249 - Natural Science Signature Learning Goal With Lab - (Group B)

    (4)
    Course fulfills the Natural Science Signature Learning - lab requirement (Group B).
  
  • UC 270 - Cultural Pluralism

    3
    Students analyze 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): UC 170 Introduction to Ethics .
 

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