May 09, 2024

Undergraduate Catalog 2016 - 2017

Undergraduate Catalog 2016 - 2017 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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Psychology
	PSY 352 - Human Sexuality [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: PSY 101. Closed to freshmen and non-degree students. This course provides students with a balanced presentation of theory, data, and practical application in the area of human sexuality. Students will explore their attitudes, beliefs, and feelings about human sexuality. The course will help students become more comfortable with their own sexuality; develop greater sensitivity to the attitudes, beliefs, and feelings of others, and create and maintain healthy and fulfilling relationships with others. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 353 - Health Psychology [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: PSY 101. Closed to freshmen and non-degree students. The impact of behavior, cognition, and affect on biological function and dysfunction is examined from theoretical and empirical perspectives. Stress and coping styles, behavioral medicine (such as compliance, pain management, behavioral factors in acute and chronic illness), lifestyle choices, and habit control are among the topics considered in relation to the prevention and treatment of disease. Semesters Offered: Every Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 356 - Multicultural Psychology [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: PSY 101. Closed to freshmen and non-degree students. The study of all aspects of human psychology (cognitive, affective, behavioral) as it occurs in settings where people of different backgrounds encounter one another. The emphasis will be on the diversity of the USA, and the aspects of social identity we sill study include those based on race/ethnicity, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, physical ability, socioeconomic class, religion, and other salient, socially constructed differences. Semesters Offered: Every Fall General Education Category: U.S. Diversity Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 361 - Psychology Of Consciousness [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: PSY 101. Closed to freshmen and non-degree students. An examination of a wide range of material relevant to the understanding of human consciousness. Topics include the nature and history of human consciousness, altered states of consciousness, sleep and dreams, meditation, biofeedback, hypnosis, and behavior-altering drugs. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 368 - Perceptual Processes [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: PSY 101. Closed to freshmen and non-degree students. This course is a detailed review of human sensory and perceptual processes with applications to psychological issues (such as visual form perception, auditory sensory analysis, perceptual constancies, and attention). The visual and auditory modalities will be emphasized. Semesters Offered: Every Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 370 - Psychology of Learning [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: PSY 101. Closed to freshmen and non-degree students. Survey of research findings and theoretical issues in the study of basic learning processes, such as habituation and sensitization, varieties of conditioning, contingencies of reinforcement and punishment. Such processes contribute to understanding and treating behavioral problems. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 372 - Memory and Cognition [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: PSY 101. Closed to freshmen and non-degree students. Examination of major areas of theory and research in cognitive psychology and psycholinguistics, including the topics of perception and attention, memory, semantics, language comprehension, production and acquisition, and the processes of reasoning and decision-making. Semesters Offered: Every Fall Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 385 - Psychology of Motivation [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: PSY 101. Closed to freshmen and non-degree students. Survey of major concepts, research findings, and issues in the study of the selection, initiation, and persistence of behavior across the spectrum of psychology. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 390 - Field Placement [1-4 credit(s)] Prerequisites: PSY 101, at least 9 credit hours of psychology courses at the 300- to 400-level and permission of the instructor. Advanced students are placed in an applied setting in the community, presenting the opportunity to learn the process of utilizing previously acquired academic knowledge within the context of an applied setting. Placement experiences are supplemented by on-site supervision, weekly group meetings, outside reading assignments, and a written report. May be repeated for credit for a total of 9 credit hours, but only 6 may apply toward the major, and only 9 credit hours of PSY 390 and PSY 396 combined can be applied toward the 42 credit hour requirement for Psychology majors. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 393 - Special Topics in Psychology [1-3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: PSY 101. Course content will be announced in the semester course schedule. This course is repeatable. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 396 - Independent Study [1-4 credit(s)] Prerequisites: Written permission of the instructor, and departmental approval. May be repeated for credit for a total of 9 credit hours with a change of topic, but only 6 may apply toward the major and only 9 credit hours of PSY 390 and PSY 396 combined can be applied toward the 42 credit hour requirement for Psychology majors. Semesters Offered: Every Fall and Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 411 - Computer Applications of Statistics [3 credit(s)] Pre-requisites: PSY 101 and PSY 311 (or 317) or equivalent or permission of instructor. This course is designed to help students become proficient at using statistical software (such as SAS) in order to analyze data. Emphasis will also be placed upon interpreting analyzed data. Topics covered will be ANOVA, MANOVA, multiple regression, and chi-square. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 412 - Psychology Laboratory [3 credit(s)] Pre-req: Gen Ed Eng/Comp, PSY 101, PSY 311 (or 317) or equivalent, and PSY 312 or equivalent. This course covers methods of research design, data collection, data analysis, and reporting of research findings. Students conduct empirical research and write reports. Semesters Offered: Every Fall and Spring General Education Category: Writing Across Curriculum, Capstone Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 414 - Writing in Psychology [2 credit(s)] Prerequisites: Gen Ed Eng/Comp. PSY 101. This course is designed to develop the writing skills of students with respect to writing conceptual (review or theoretical) papers according to APA format. A substantial written report is one of the requirements. Enrolled students must be concurrently enrolled in any 300-or 400-level content-based psychology course. Prior to registering, students must obtain a written agreement from the content course instructor to serve as a grader of the required written report. The content course instructor, in consultation with the student, will determine the topic of the written report. General Education Category: Writing Across Curriculum Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 415 - Evaluating Psychological Research [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: Gen Ed Eng/Comp, PSY 312, PSY 317 or equivalent, senior standing, and the completion of at least one course from each Psychology Core area. This course serves as a capstone for BA psychology majors. Students will critically review the knowledge that they’ve gained throughout their coursework and will use this knowledge to critically evaluate new psychological information. Course assignments include oral presentations and a major paper. Semesters Offered: Every Spring General Education Category: Writing Across Curriculum, Capstone Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 429 - Psychology of Aging [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: PSY 101. Closed to freshmen and non-degree students. Comprehensive survey of aging - the final developmental period in the lifespan. Topics include methodological issues, theoretical perspectives on aging, changes in cognitive, social, and personality functions, and psychopathology. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 448 - Mental Health and Aging [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: PSY 101 and PSY 345 or permission of instructor. Closed to freshmen and non-degree students. Course focuses on the nature and problems of old age, including change, and stability associated with the aging process; mental-health issues; assessment and treatment of emotional and organic brain disorders in late life, and long-term care vs. home-care issues. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 479 - History of Psychology [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: PSY 101 and three psychology courses (not to include PSY 396). Closed to freshmen and non-degree students. Examination of the development of psychological ideas since the Classical Period, and of Psychology as a discipline since the nineteenth century. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 481 - Psychopharmacology [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: PSY 101 and BIO 100 or equivalent. Closed to freshmen and non-degree students. Covers the principles of drug actions in the nervous system and describes the effects of drugs on behavioral variables; deals with drugs that are used in recreational and clinical settings. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 482 - Biological Basis of Behavior [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: PSY 101. Closed to freshmen and non-degree students. This course reviews our knowledge of how behavior and cognition are controlled by neural and other physiological processes. The content falls into three areas: an examination of neurons and neurotransmitters; a description of sensory and motor systems; and a summary of various behavioral and cognitive phenomena (e.g., learning, memory, psychiatric disorders) and how the central nervous system is involved in their control. Semesters Offered: Every Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 487 - Brain and Cognition [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: PSY 101. Closed to freshmen and non-degree students. Cognitive neuropsychology is the study of cognitive processes as revealed by their disruption due to brain damage, and by modern techniques of brain investigation. The course presents current topics in cognitive neuropsychology, including units on basic brain anatomy and functioning, perceptual and attentional processes, language, and memory. Semesters Offered: Every Fall Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 493 - Special Topics in Psychology [2-3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: Psychology major, senior standing, or permission of instructor. Seminar on current research in psychology. Specific topics will be announced in the semester course schedule. May be repeated three times on different topics. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 495H - Honors Seminar [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: PSY 101 and permission of instructor or enrollment in either the University Honors Program or University Scholars Program. For students who have been admitted to the Honors Program in Psychology. Discussion of research methods and current controversies in psychology; development of either (a) a research proposal for the project that will be carried out in PSY 497H and completed in PSY 498H, or (b) a plan for coursework that will be carried out during the subsequent academic year to fulfill requirements for the Honors Program in Psychology. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 497H - Honors Project [1-4 credit(s)] Prerequisites: PSY 101, PSY 495H, and permission of instructor. For students who have been admitted into the Honors Program in Psychology and who have completed PSY 495H. Students conduct research for their honors theses proposed during PSY 495H under the supervision of the director of the Honors Program or of another faculty member. Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 498H - Honors Project and Defense [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: Gen Ed Eng/Comp. PSY 101, PSY 495H, and permission of instructor. For students who have been admitted into the Honors Program in Psychology and who have completed PSY 495H. The student completes the research proposed during PSY 495H, and writes and defends an honors thesis. Research is supervised by the director of the Honors Program or by another faculty member. General Education Category: Writing Across Curriculum Click here for the schedule of courses
	PSY 499 - Exit Evaluation [0 credit(s)] Prerequisite: Senior standing. Final exit examination and outcomes assessment evaluation required of all graduating seniors. Graded S/U. Semesters Offered: Every Fall and Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
Recreation
	REC 200 - Leisure & Society [3 credit(s)] Introduction to the concepts, foundations, and principles fundamental to the study of leisure in society. Provides an overview of recreation delivery systems, the recreation profession, and the administration of recreational programs. Examines current issues, future trends, and career options in the leisure field. Click here for the schedule of courses
Religious Studies
	REL 101 - Understanding Religion [3 credit(s)] An orientation to the academic study of religion and an introduction to influential religions of the world in historical and comparative perspective. Semesters Offered: Every Fall and Spring General Education Category: Arts and Humanities ALAAME Click here for the schedule of courses
	REL 217 - Religion In Black America [3 credit(s)] Historical study of the religious movements of Black Americans. General Education Category: African-American Click here for the schedule of courses
	REL 227 - Science and Belief [3 credit(s)] Inquiry into modern scientific and religious consciousness in the light of modern scientific approaches to “reality” and the influence of Eastern religious thought in the West. General Education Category: Arts and Humanities Click here for the schedule of courses
	REL 231 - Introduction to the Old Testament [3 credit(s)] Examination of the literature of the Old Testament in the light of its historical context. General Education Category: Arts and Humanities Click here for the schedule of courses
	REL 232 - Jesus and the Gospels [3 credit(s)] A survey of the earliest surviving Christian gospels, both those included in the New Testament, and those not. General Education Category: Arts and Humanities Click here for the schedule of courses
	REL 235H - Origins Christian Religion [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: Gen Ed Eng/Comp and Honors standing or permission of university Honors Program; students may not receive credit for both REL 235H and REL 236. An introduction to the critical study of Christian origins and the New Testament as seen from the perspective of comparative religion. After a brief introduction to religion in the ancient Mediterranean world, the course investigates the evolution of early Christian religion from Jesus to his earliest followers in this context, with special attention to issues of myth, ritual, spirit possession, ethics, social identity, and institutional authority. Underlying themes include the relation of the first Christians to other groups of the ancient Mediterranean world, and the question of unity and diversity in the New Testament. Emphasis on close, critical analysis of primary texts. General Education Category: Arts and Humanities, Writing Across Curriculum Click here for the schedule of courses
	REL 236 - Introduction to the New Testament [3 credit(s)] A survey of major issues in the critical study of the New Testament. General Education Category: Arts and Humanities Click here for the schedule of courses
	REL 245 - Religion in America [3 credit(s)] Exploration of major religious issues arising out of the development and encounter of Protestantism, Catholicism, and Judaism in America. General Education Category: Arts and Humanities Click here for the schedule of courses
	REL 248 - Race, Immigration and Religion in America [3 credit(s)] This course explores the complex relationship between three key themes in American history: immigration, race and religion. The course focuses specifically on the impact of four immigrant groups (Europeans, Africans, Latinos, and South Asians) on the religious landscape of America. The course spans the period from First European contact with Native Americans until the present. In this course, we examine how immigration has resulted in religious and cultural exchange, adjustment, retrenchment, and/or assimilation among the various cultures that have occupied the physical space of the U.S. over the course of the last six centuries. Students will be exposed to a wide variety of materials in this course, including primary documents, secondary documents, film and television, music, and material culture. General Education Category: U.S. Diversity Click here for the schedule of courses
	REL 260 - Women and Religion [3 credit(s)] Pre-req: Gen Ed Eng/Comp. An historical approach to the questions surrounding women and traditional religious roles, ideals, and models. Women’s Studies course. General Education Category: Arts and Humanities, Writing Across Curriculum Click here for the schedule of courses
	REL 261 - Demons, Devils, and Possession [3 credit(s)] Exploration of the religious experience of evil as symbolically depicted in terms of magic, witchcraft, and the Devil. Click here for the schedule of courses
	REL 265 - Religion and Culture [3 credit(s)] Interaction of religion and culture as seen in such areas as literature, art, film, music, and theater. General Education Category: Arts and Humanities Click here for the schedule of courses
	REL 268 - Religion and Culture in Africa [3 credit(s)] Exploration of religious traditions in selected African cultures as represented in literary texts, drama, art, and theological writing. General Education Category: Arts and Humanities ALAAME Click here for the schedule of courses
	REL 274 - Buddhism and Hinduism in America [3 credit(s)] This course explores the different Buddhist and Hindu communities in America. Additionally, issues pertaining to transformation and adaptation of beliefs and practices to the American landscape will also be addressed. General Education Category: U.S. Diversity Click here for the schedule of courses
	REL 276 - Eastern Religions [3 credit(s)] An introduction to Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, Sikhism, Confucianism, Taoism, and Shinto. A consideration of their origins, development, and contemporary trends. General Education Category: Arts and Humanities ALAAME Click here for the schedule of courses
	REL 280 - Comparative Mythology [3 credit(s)] An introduction to theories of myth and mythological interpretation through an in-depth and comparative study of the mythologies of different religious cultures. General Education Category: Arts and Humanities Non-US Click here for the schedule of courses
	REL 317 - Religious Ethics of Malcolm X and Martin Luther King [3 credit(s)] This course explores the religious ethics of Malcolm X and Martin Luther King Jr., as presented in their own speeches and writings and the works of various interpreters. General Education Category: African-American Click here for the schedule of courses
	REL 321 - Contemporary Christian Thought [3 credit(s)] Selected topics in the background and development of recent Christian thought. Click here for the schedule of courses
	REL 336 - Hellenistic and Roman Religions [3 credit(s)] Pre-req: Gen Ed Eng/Comp. Study of Graeco-Roman religions of the Hellenistic period. Topics include mystery religions, emperor worship, miracle workers, magic, astrology, and savior figures. General Education Category: Writing Across Curriculum Click here for the schedule of courses
	REL 341 - Judaism in the Greek and Roman Worlds [3 credit(s)] A critical examination of the history, literature, and religion of the Jewish people in the Post-Exilic Era, with special emphasis on the Greco-Roman period. Themes include the interplay of political history and religious innovation, and Jewish strategies for maintaining a distinct cultural and religious identity in conversation with a dominant Hellenistic culture. Click here for the schedule of courses
	REL 342 - The Rise of Modern Judaism [3 credit(s)] Cultural, social, and religious history of the Jews in the Middle Ages and modern times, with particular emphasis on Judaism in America in the 20th century. Click here for the schedule of courses
	REL 343 - Medieval Christianity [3 credit(s)] A historical examination of Medieval Christian thought as exemplified in major writings from the end of the Roman Empire in the West to the dawn of the Renaissance. General Education Category: Writing Across Curriculum Click here for the schedule of courses
	REL 344 - Rise of Modern Christianity [3 credit(s)] Pre-req: Gen Ed Eng/Comp. Historical development of Christianity from the Enlightenment to the present. Click here for the schedule of courses
	REL 345 - The Protestant Reformation [3 credit(s)] Historical Study of the growth and development of Christian thought in the sixteenth-century Reformation. Focus on major writings that exemplify critical themes and issues. Click here for the schedule of courses
	REL 346 - Christian Mysticism [3 credit(s)] Pre-req: Gen Ed Eng/Comp. An exploration of the tradition of mystical thought and practice in Western religious culture. The course begins from the beliefs of the ancient world about the human person and divinity that are the primary enablers of mystical thinking and goes on to examine the development of the mystical tradition of the Christian West in its social, literary, religious, aesthetic, and personal dimensions. General Education Category: Writing Across Curriculum Click here for the schedule of courses
	REL 350 - Religion in Interdisciplinary Perspective [3 credit(s)] An analysis of influential studies of religion from a variety of disciplines, including anthropology, sociology, history, literary studies, psychology, and others. . Semesters Offered: Every Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
	REL 360 - Hinduism [3 credit(s)] Origin and historical development of Hinduism, including its systems of thought, religious literature, institutions, and practices. Click here for the schedule of courses
	REL 362 - Buddhism [3 credit(s)] Origin and historical development of Buddhism, including its systems of thought, religious literature, institutions, and practices. Click here for the schedule of courses
	REL 363 - Women and the Goddess in Asian Religions [3 credit(s)] Pre-req: Gen Ed Eng/Comp. Examines the role of the Goddess in Asian religious traditions and the various ways in which the feminine is depicted. Additionally, this course explores the role of the Goddesses in the construction of gender in Asian cultures. General Education Category: Writing Across Curriculum Click here for the schedule of courses
	REL 364 - Islam [3 credit(s)] Origin and historical development of Islam, including its theology, institutions, and practices. Click here for the schedule of courses
	REL 366 - Modern Islamic Movements [3 credit(s)] Pre-req: Gen Ed Eng/Comp. This class explores the impact of political Islam on today’s world. Students will study the development and beliefs of influential Islamic movements during the modern era, as well as the relationship between religion and politics within several contemporary Islamic societies. Readings include the works of modern Muslim writers from a variety of backgrounds and perspectives. The class will consider the arguments of radical Islamists such as Sayyid Qutb or the Ayatollah Khomeini, as well as Muslim thinkers who represent a different, more liberal interpretation of Islam. Topics include: Islam and Democracy, Role of Women, Freedom of Thought, Holy War, and Islamic views on religious and political authority. The course will also discuss the controversial topic of whether Islam and the West are engaged in a violent clash of civilizations. General Education Category: Writing Across Curriculum Click here for the schedule of courses
	REL 367 - Muslim Relations with Christians and Jews [3 credit(s)] Pre-req: Gen Ed Eng/Comp. In this course, we will study the history of conflict and cooperation between Christians, Muslims and Jews, read foundational, historical, and modern texts exemplifying views from each faith community towards the others, examine modern conflicts, and learn about recent approaches at inter-faith dialogue and cooperation. Background knowledge of Christianity, Judaism, and Islam is helpful, and introductory information on all three faiths will be available on two hour reserve at the library for those who are interested. General Education Category: Writing Across Curriculum Click here for the schedule of courses
	REL 368 - Religion in the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict [3 credit(s)] Pre-req: Gen Ed Eng/Comp. In this class we will study the role that religion has played and continues to play in the conflict between Israelis and Palestinians, both positive impacts and difficulties it has created. We will become familiar with different varieties of Jews, Christians and Muslims and the involvement that each has had in the conflict. Course requirements include a 10-12 page original research paper, ten reading responses, participation in five case study debates, a map assignment and a final examination. General Education Category: Writing Across Curriculum Click here for the schedule of courses
	REL 369 - Everyday Life in Muslim Societies [3 credit(s)] Pre-req: Gen Ed Eng/Comp. In this class we will address common stereotypes of Muslims and Islam by examining the varieties of Islamic practice followed by average Muslims in large Islamic communities located on three different continents. Students will learn about everyday beliefs and practices in such areas as Islamic ritual, social relationships, gender roles, Muslim sects, mystical beliefs, the role of politics, and the impact of Islamic law on Muslim societies. Our focus will be upon common Islamic beliefs and practices rather than upon extremist groups and radical beliefs. General Education Category: Writing Across Curriculum Click here for the schedule of courses
	REL 374 - Letters and the Religion of the Apostle Paul [3 credit(s)] Pre-req: Gen Ed Eng/Comp. Critical investigation of the seven “undoubted” letters of Paul in history of religons perspective. Special attention will be given to Paul’s efforts to create and maintain new religious communities with a distinct social and cultural identity in the ancient Mediterranean world; to the beliefs, practices, and authority structures that defined those communities; and to the controversies Paul’s efforts generated within the early Jesus movement. General Education Category: Writing Across Curriculum Click here for the schedule of courses
	REL 376 - Women in Early Christianity [3 credit(s)] Pre-req: Gen Ed Eng/Comp. An examination of the attitudes toward, and roles of, women in the Greco-Roman and Jewish worlds; in the teaching of Jesus; in Paul; and in early Christianity through the second century. General Education Category: Writing Across Curriculum Click here for the schedule of courses
	REL 466 - Advanced Topics in the Historical Jesus [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: REL 232. Selected topics in the study of Jesus and the origin of the early Christian movement. May be repeated for credit with change of topic. Click here for the schedule of courses
	REL 475 - The Qur’an: Language, History, and Religion [3 credit(s)] The course is designed for students of History, Arabic language, and Religious Studies and aims to take students on a journey into the Qur’an with regard to its form, content, and impact. The course consists of three main components which are structured around the following three areas. First, examining the Qur’an as a historical text, this course traces the formative stages of Islamic history and its role in the making of Islamic historical identity. Second, since the Qur’an constitutes the foundation upon which Modern Standard Arabic is built, the course analyzes the linguistic structure and style of the Qur’an and its uses in modern writings. Finally, the religious aspect of this course is dedicated to the introduction of the Qur’an as the key text of the Islamic faith, practices, and civilization. The course uses the Qur’an to make an analytical comparison between Islam and other monotheistic religions. The course will be taught in English. General Education Category: Writing Across Curriculum Click here for the schedule of courses
	REL 490 - Senior Thesis Proposal [1 credit(s)] Prerequisites: Senior standing, permission of thesis advisor, and permission of department chairperson. Semesters Offered: Every Fall and Spring General Education Category: Capstone Click here for the schedule of courses
	REL 491 - Senior Thesis Writing [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: Completion of REL 490, senior standing, permission of thesis advisior, and permission of department chairperson. Semesters Offered: Every Fall and Spring General Education Category: Capstone Click here for the schedule of courses
	REL 495 - Seminar in Religion [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite(s): Two courses in religion or permission of instructor. Intensive examination of the works of specific religious thinkers and movements. Specific topics listed in the semester course schedule. May be repeated with a change of topic for up to 6 credit hours. Click here for the schedule of courses
	REL 496 - Research in Religion [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: Course is closed to Freshmen and Non Degree Seeking Students. Guided independent research, term paper and/or examination required as appropriate. Application for permission to register must be submitted to the chairperson during the semester prior to the enrollment in the course. May be repeated for up to 12 credit hours. Click here for the schedule of courses
	REL 498 - Senior Seminar in Religious Studies [2 credit(s)] Capstone seminar for Religious Studies majors. Senior standing. Click here for the schedule of courses
Science
	SCI 220 - Science as a Way of Thinking [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: Completion of General Education requirements in the areas of English Composition and Mathematics/Quantitative Literacy. An introduction to scientific reasoning, the nature of scientific evidence, and the foundation of major scientific theories. Examples from the major scientific disciplines will be used to illustrate how scientists create, use, and update their views of the world. General Education Category: Natural Sciences Click here for the schedule of courses
	SCI 220H - H-Science as A Way of Thinking [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: Honors standing or permission of university Honors Program. An introduction to scientific reasoning, the nature of scientific evidence, and the foundation of major scientific theories. Examples from the major scientific disciplines will be used to illustrate how scientists create, use, and update their views of the world. General Education Category: Natural Sciences Click here for the schedule of courses
	SCI 298 - Science Internship [4 credit(s)] Prerequisite: Written permission of supervising CSU faculty member. Guided hands-on experience of clinical or research activities in a community setting. This course is an individually designed course in which each student will write a contract with a community agency or institution. The supervising CSU faculty member will review and approve the contract, and identify the appropriate number of credit hours based on the proposed activities. Grading will be on a “satisfactory/unsatisfactory” scale. Click here for the schedule of courses
	SCI 301 - Graduate Record Examination General Test Preparation Course [1 credit(s)] Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor. This course prepares students for Graduate Record Examinations (GRE) General Test. The course is composed of verbal reasoning, quantitative reasoning and analytical writing sections. Click here for the schedule of courses
	SCI 410 - Urban Health Seminar I [2 credit(s)] Prerequisites: Acceptance into the NEOMED-CSU joint Postbaccalaureate/MD or Baccalaureate/MD programs focused on Urban Primary Care. This seminar course will cover a range of topics relevant to urban health and urban primary healthcare. Click here for the schedule of courses
	SCI 411 - Urban Health Seminar II [2 credit(s)] Acceptance into the NEOMED-CSU joint Postbaccalaureate/MD or Baccalaureate/MD programs focused on Urban Primary Care and satisfactory completion of SCI 410, Urban Health Seminar I. This seminar course will cover a range of topics relevant to urban health and urban primary healthcare. Topics will include Urban Health, Primary Care, and Urban Primary Care. Click here for the schedule of courses
	SCI 420 - Professional Development I [0 credit(s)] Prerequisites: Acceptance into either the NEOMED-CSU joint Postbaccalaureate/MD or the Baccalaurate/MD programs. This seminar course provides an overview of professional expectations in medical education, including strategies for success in academic achievement. It prepares the student to display professionalism, while providing health care to the populations in domestic urban settings. Click here for the schedule of courses
	SCI 421 - Professional Development II [0 credit(s)] Prerequisites: Satisfactory completion of SCI 420 and acceptance into either the NEOMED-CSU joint Postbaccalaureate/MD or the Baccalaurate/MD programs. This seminar course provides an overview of professional expectations in medical education, including strategies for success in academic achievement. It prepares the student to display professionalism, while providing health care to the populations in domestic urban settings. Click here for the schedule of courses
Slovenian
	SLN 101 - Beginning Slovenian I [4 credit(s)] Development of proficiency in speaking, understanding, reading, and writing Slovenian with contextual information. Semesters Offered: Every Fall Click here for the schedule of courses
	SLN 102 - Beginning Slovenian II [4 credit(s)] Prerequisite: SLN 101 or the equivalent course with C or better. Development of proficiency in speaking, understanding, reading, and writing Slovenian with contextual cultural information. Semesters Offered: Every Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
Social Work
	SWK 150 - The Black Experience and Contemporary Society [3 credit(s)] This course is a comprehensive overview of the contemporary Black experience as viewed from the social work perspective. This perspective assumes that being Black exposes one to differential treatment by social institutions. It also strives to introduce students to effective strategies for use at the individual, family, group, and community levels which seek to offset racism’s negative consequences. Semesters Offered: Every Fall and Spring General Education Category: African-American Click here for the schedule of courses
	SWK 200 - Introduction to Social Work [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite to the major. Introduces students to concepts, settings, and vulnerable populations related to the field of social work. Emphasis placed on purposes, values, ethics, knowledge, and skills that characterize the professional social worker. Provides an overview of theoretical and practical knowledge about the social work profession needed for entry levels of practice in social work. Semesters Offered: Every Fall and Spring General Education Category: Social Sciences Click here for the schedule of courses
	SWK 201 - Contemporary Social Welfare [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite to SWK 300. Surveys the U.S. social welfare system, its purposes, historical development, and present functioning. Examines social welfare in a local, national, and international context, and in relation to broader political, social, and economic system. Addresses how social welfare responds to poverty, racism, sexism, and other institutionalized forms of oppression and injustice. Reviews alternative programs and policies that better meet human needs. Semesters Offered: Every Fall and Spring General Education Category: Social Sciences Click here for the schedule of courses
	SWK 240 - Administration of Justice [3 credit(s)] Study of criminal justice system. Topics include criminal prosecution, police and court functions, sentencing, and corrections, with critical examination of present practices and implications for change. Semesters Offered: Every Fall Click here for the schedule of courses
	SWK 300 - Social Welfare Policy [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: Gen Ed Eng/Comp. SWK 201. Examines the policy-making process in social welfare, from policy formulation and development to implementation and impact. Reviews major social welfare policy developments in U.S. history, such as income security, health care and civil rights. Emphasizes conceptual and analytic models for policy development and evaluation in relation to social work’s commitment to serving populations at risk and promoting global social and economic justice. Students must participate and process a local governmental meeting. Semesters Offered: Every Fall and Spring General Education Category: Writing Across Curriculum Click here for the schedule of courses
	SWK 302 - Human Behavior and Social Environments - Micro [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: Junior standing or permission of instructor. Comparative analysis of selected theories of human behavior in the social environment through the life cycle for the purpose of understanding criteria for selection, use, and integration of theory and social intervention. Semesters Offered: Every Fall and Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
	SWK 303 - Human Behavior and Social Environments - Macro [3 credit(s)] Pre-req: Gen Ed Eng/Comp, Junior standing or permission of instructor. Comparative study of human behavior within the contexts of formal and informal social systems (families, small groups, neighborhoods, organizations) focusing on the relationship between social environment and human behavior. Students compare and contrast theories that impact the functioning of individuals in various categorical groups. Such as analyzing the culture of poverty, the impact of social economic status and the changing community patterns. Semesters Offered: Every Fall and Spring General Education Category: Writing Across Curriculum Click here for the schedule of courses
	SWK 304 - Perspectives on Social Work Research I [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: SWK 201. Introduction to the philosophy and methodology of science; acquaints the student with research techniques, strategies, and resources; develops critical readership ability; promotes consumership of research findings in social-work practice; instructs in the ethical and political considerations which are inherent in research. This course also provides students with skills to develop field research proposals. Semesters Offered: Every Fall and Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
	SWK 305 - Perspectives on Social Work Research II [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: SWK 200 and SWK 201. This class aims to expand students’ understanding of quantitative and qualitative methodologies, techniques and skills for data collection and management. It also aims to provide students with computer skills for text and data processing, and data processing techniques for descriptive and inferential statistics from research data. This course will expand students’ knowledge and skills for social-work practice-related research and evaluation. Semesters Offered: Every Fall and Spring General Education Category: Quantitative Literacy Click here for the schedule of courses
	SWK 350 - Basic Generalist Practice [3 credit(s)] This course is the first of the Intervention sequence, which prepares social work majors for generalist social work practice. It is designed to develop and enhance the students’ knowledge, skills and affective development in forming working relationships necessary for generalist social work practice with individuals, families, small groups, organizations, and communities within a diverse society. Students participate in twelve hours of service learning project within a Health and Human Service Agency. Three presentations are made by each student. Students are required to achieve a grade of “C” or better to proceed in the major. Semesters Offered: Every Fall and Spring General Education Category: Speaking Across Curriculum Click here for the schedule of courses
	SWK 353 - Child Welfare Service [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: Junior standing or permission of instructor. The history of child welfare, family problems as they affect child welfare, and issues and alternatives in child-care services; discussion of settings where services are provided, as well as perspectives concerning child welfare as an area of practice. Semesters Offered: Every Fall Click here for the schedule of courses
	SWK 354 - Mental Health [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: Junior standing or permission of instructor. Introduces students to conceptual alternatives in mental health and acquaints them with consequences of these various conceptual approaches, encourages a scientific perspective in the mental-health field, educates students to seek new approaches to practice in the mental health field. Click here for the schedule of courses
	SWK 357 - Social Work Values and Ethics [3 credit(s)] This course focuses on the foundations for ethical reasoning in practice, utilizing social work values, codes of ethics, and philosophic ethics. Case material that includes controversial issues in social work ethics, values and obligations are utilized. The distinction and relationship between practice competence and ethical competence in the profession is examined. Students learn how discipline-specific perspectives and practices interact to shape the ethical and moral issues in practice, and how to identify and respond to ethical issues that arise with diverse populations in a variety of practice settings, including health, mental health, corrections, family and child welfare. Semesters Offered: Every Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
	SWK 372 - Substance Abuse in Society [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: Junior standing or permission of instructor. Course provides a historical perspective regarding the use of mind-altering substances and views the impact(s) of use/abuse on the individual, family, and society. In addition, the course will examine various treatment modalities and the impact on vulnerable groups (such as adolescents, delinquents, elderly, minorities). Click here for the schedule of courses
	SWK 385 - Interventions I [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: SWK 200, SWK 201, SWK 300, SWK 302, SWK 303, SWK 304, SWK 350; written permission of advisor. Fundamental and basic professional course that allows students to develop, expand, and utilize knowledge of human development and social structure to initiate a framework for social-work practice; uses generalist model which requires development of skills that can be used in various social contexts. First of a two-semester sequence which encompasses a full range of strategies and skills necessary when working with individuals, families, small groups, organizations and communities. Emphasis on an inquiry model of social-work practice. A lab experience is required of all students as part of the course. Open to social-work majors only. Student must achieve a grade of “C” or better to continue into SWK 485, SWK 490, and SWK 495. SWK 385 or SWK 386, SWK 390 and SWK 395 must be taken concurrently. Semesters Offered: Every Fall and Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
	SWK 386 - Integrative Seminar I (Capstone I) [3 credit(s)] Prerequisites: SWK 200, SWK 201, SWK 300, SWK 302, SWK 303, SWK 304, & SWK 350. This is the capstone project for Social Work majors and is completed over two semesters. The integrative seminar provides an opportunity for students to enhance their knowledge, skills, and values in their professional development. The seminar is student driven with an individualized approach to learning. General Education Category: Capstone Click here for the schedule of courses
	SWK 390 - Field Practicum I [6 credit(s)] Co-requisite: SWK 385, SWK 386 or SWK 390, and SWK 395 must be taken concurrently. Placement in a selected community-service agency for 14 hours provides an opportunity to gain experience in the application of concepts and principles of interventions through actual problem-solving in the human service context. The student is required to demonstrate the integration of skills and a professional attitude in their work with clients and the agency. Continuation onto a second field practicum (SWK 490) and completion of the major are contingent on a grade of “B” or better. Semesters Offered: Every Fall and Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
	SWK 395 - Field Seminar I [2 credit(s)] This course is taken concurrently with SWK 385 and SWK 490. Students are expected to synthesize practicum learning with knowledge gained in field experience and other courses. Themes addressed are practicum agency, policies, programs, current issues, various practice strategies and approaches. Student must achieve a grade of “C” or better to continue into SWK 485, SWK 490, and SWK 495. A log will be required of each student. Semesters Offered: Every Fall and Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
	SWK 396 - Readings in Social Work [2 credit(s)] Prerequisites: Written permission of instructor and Director. Readings and assignments in areas of special interest to the Social Work major. May be repeated for up to 6 credit hours. Semesters Offered: Every Fall and Spring Click here for the schedule of courses
	SWK 470 - Problems and Issues in Criminal Justice [3 credit(s)] Prerequisite: SWK 240. Examination of contemporary social issues, including alcoholism, drug addiction, mental illness, poverty, family crisis, nonvictim crime, child abuse, senility, and racism as they intersect the criminal-justice system. Interaction of social issues and criminal behavior is analyzed with the focus on alternatives to arrest and incarceration through the use of community resources. Course expectations assume a background in criminal justice or administration of justice system. Click here for the schedule of courses

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Course Descriptions

PSY 352 - Human Sexuality

PSY 353 - Health Psychology

PSY 356 - Multicultural Psychology

PSY 361 - Psychology Of Consciousness

PSY 368 - Perceptual Processes

PSY 370 - Psychology of Learning

PSY 372 - Memory and Cognition

PSY 385 - Psychology of Motivation

PSY 390 - Field Placement

PSY 393 - Special Topics in Psychology

PSY 396 - Independent Study

PSY 411 - Computer Applications of Statistics

PSY 412 - Psychology Laboratory

PSY 414 - Writing in Psychology

PSY 415 - Evaluating Psychological Research

PSY 429 - Psychology of Aging

PSY 448 - Mental Health and Aging

PSY 479 - History of Psychology

PSY 481 - Psychopharmacology

PSY 482 - Biological Basis of Behavior

PSY 487 - Brain and Cognition

PSY 493 - Special Topics in Psychology

PSY 495H - Honors Seminar

PSY 497H - Honors Project

PSY 498H - Honors Project and Defense

PSY 499 - Exit Evaluation

REC 200 - Leisure & Society

REL 101 - Understanding Religion

REL 217 - Religion In Black America

REL 227 - Science and Belief

REL 231 - Introduction to the Old Testament

REL 232 - Jesus and the Gospels

REL 235H - Origins Christian Religion

REL 236 - Introduction to the New Testament

REL 245 - Religion in America

REL 248 - Race, Immigration and Religion in America

REL 260 - Women and Religion

REL 261 - Demons, Devils, and Possession

REL 265 - Religion and Culture

REL 268 - Religion and Culture in Africa

REL 274 - Buddhism and Hinduism in America

REL 276 - Eastern Religions

REL 280 - Comparative Mythology

REL 317 - Religious Ethics of Malcolm X and Martin Luther King

REL 321 - Contemporary Christian Thought

REL 336 - Hellenistic and Roman Religions

REL 341 - Judaism in the Greek and Roman Worlds

REL 342 - The Rise of Modern Judaism

REL 343 - Medieval Christianity

REL 344 - Rise of Modern Christianity

REL 345 - The Protestant Reformation

REL 346 - Christian Mysticism

REL 350 - Religion in Interdisciplinary Perspective

REL 360 - Hinduism

REL 362 - Buddhism

REL 363 - Women and the Goddess in Asian Religions

REL 364 - Islam

REL 366 - Modern Islamic Movements

REL 367 - Muslim Relations with Christians and Jews

REL 368 - Religion in the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict

REL 369 - Everyday Life in Muslim Societies

REL 374 - Letters and the Religion of the Apostle Paul

REL 376 - Women in Early Christianity

REL 466 - Advanced Topics in the Historical Jesus

REL 475 - The Qur’an: Language, History, and Religion

REL 490 - Senior Thesis Proposal

REL 491 - Senior Thesis Writing

REL 495 - Seminar in Religion

REL 496 - Research in Religion

REL 498 - Senior Seminar in Religious Studies

SCI 220 - Science as a Way of Thinking

SCI 220H - H-Science as A Way of Thinking

SCI 298 - Science Internship

SCI 301 - Graduate Record Examination General Test Preparation Course

SCI 410 - Urban Health Seminar I

SCI 411 - Urban Health Seminar II

SCI 420 - Professional Development I

SCI 421 - Professional Development II

SLN 101 - Beginning Slovenian I