2018-2019 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
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INST 2808 - Intercultural Communication Hours: 3
Students will examine the role of perception, language, belief systems, social structures and cultural practices in cross-cultural interactions. We will begin by examining the historical consideration of race in global interactions. Students will learn about a variety of cultures and their histories through readings, visits from guest speakers, and films. Finally, we will often talk about how our understandings of other cultures impacts local interactions.
Notes: Cross-listed with COMM 3750.
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INST 2811 - Spain’s Global Travelers Hours: 3
Introduces students to variety of travel within, through, and originating from Spain throughout history to explore what it means to be a global traveler or citizen. Among other topics, we will consider travel accounts that explore religious difference in Medieval Spain and the broader Mediterranean world, contact between cultures in the Americas, and Spain’s crucial role in twentieth-century European and global conflicts. Using Spain’s unique historical position as a panorama, we will analyze a variety of primary documents to consider the negotiations of identity, geography, and difference that arise through global travel. To appreciate the continued relevance of these ideas, we will compare these texts with current global conflicts and debates. Through this course, students will learn to critically assess narratives both historical and current and be able to articulate their own positions within and with respect to a global world.
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INST 2910 - Experimental Course Topics Hours: 1-3
Experimental course topics.
Notes: This course is repeatable.
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INST 3001 - Italy Wasn’t Built in a Day: Cultural Heritage from the Micro- to the Macro- Hours: 3
An introduction to cultural heritage from two disciplines: chemistry and sociology. Investigating which artifacts from Italy’s rich history are restored and maintained, how they do so, whose values are reflected, and how powerful scientific, social, relational, economic, environmental, and political forces influence preservation. Using chemistry at a micro-level, how the restoration labs go about their scientific work on, for example, entire cities, frescoes, sculpture, and architecture. Using sociology at a macro-level, understanding the contemporary and historical context at each site and what this attention means for culture and identity. Chemistry is one of the sciences applied to this painstaking restoration work, and sociology looks broadly at the social and cultural environment where restoration is implemented.
Prerequisites: Junior standing or above, and a minimum of one course from at least four of the following INST threads: 2000, 2200, 2400, 2600, and 2800.
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INST 3002 - The History and Literature of the Vietnam War Hours: 3
The history and literature of the Vietnam War. How and why the war started, how it was fought, why it was fought as it was, how it ended, and what the larger significance and legacy of the war are. The roles that historical and literary narratives play in shaping knowledge of the Vietnam War through the ways that the stories are told, the perspectives from which they are told, the purposes of the telling, and the audiences to which they are told. Considering both literary and historical accounts of the war, and experimenting with writing our own accounts in the context of contemporary national and/or global conflict.
Prerequisites: Junior standing or above, and a minimum of one course from at least four of the following INST threads: 2000, 2200, 2400, 2600, and 2800.
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INST 3003 - Damn Dams! Hours: 3
Dams are intertwined with human history. Dams on the Nile and the Tigris and Euphrates rivers helped sustain the Egyptian and Middle Eastern cultures. In fact, if it weren’t for dams, cities like Los Angeles, Las Vegas, and Phoenix would struggle to provide their citizens with water. Dams and the reservoirs behind them also present environmental challenges related to their construction, their use and the eventual demise. They displace peoples and wildlife, block the distribution of biological populations, produce greenhouse gasses, and can be a threat to and public safety. A consideration of two different perspectives of dams: recognizing dams are needed in order to maintain water supplies and manage water resources, and seeing dams as environmental impediments that need to be eradicated.
Prerequisites: Junior standing or above, and a minimum of one course from at least four of the following INST threads: 2000, 2200, 2400, 2600, and 2800.
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INST 3004 - Invisible Hours: 3
The implicit. The unseen. The hidden. The invisible forces that infiltrate our identities, lives, worlds, and convictions. Tackling questions like: What creates and influences our perceptual frames: what we see, what we don’t, and why? How do memory, emotion, and assumption punctuate our individual storylines? What invisible forces shape what we know and think we know? How do facets of identity - gender, race, class, ability, age, size, sexuality, nation, etc. - permeate our understanding of self and other? What happens when we uncover buried truths that defy expectation or comprehension? How does the invisible enable and disable our contribution to a public good?
Prerequisites: Junior standing or above, and a minimum of one course from at least four of the following INST threads: 2000, 2200, 2400, 2600, and 2800.
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INST 3005 - European Dilemmas and Solutions in the 21st Century Hours: 3
Examining complex issues faced by European societies currently and over the past 20-30 years. European approaches to multiculturalism, environmentalism, political stability, education, and health. Relevant issues of history and sociology.
Prerequisites: Junior standing or above, and a minimum of one course from at least four of the following INST threads: 2000, 2200, 2400, 2600, and 2800.
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INST 3006 - Of Protons and Poetry: Creativity Across the Science/Humanities Divide Hours: 3
Examining the sometimes fraught relationship between the sciences and the humanities. The history of the disciplines and the debate, tracing the journey to their current configuration. Exploring possibilities for a new, shared framework for the sciences and the humanities, examining the role that creative inquiry plays in both. Engaging with some classic articulations of this debate: C.P. Snow’s “The Two Cultures”; E.O. Wilson’s Consilence: The Unity of Knowledge; and Stephen Jay Gould’s The Hedgehog, the Fox, and the Magister’s Pox. Applying the debate to a series of historical case studies and contemporary problems (for example: sustainability, a complex area of interest across multiple fields of study). Possible readings: Stephen Jay Gould, The Hedgehog, the Fox, and the Magister’s Pox E.O. Wilson, Consilience: The Unity of Knowledge Annie Dillard, Pilgrim at Tinker Creek Ann Fisher-Wirth, Laura Gray-Street, and Robert Hass, The Ecopoetry Anthology Wendell Berry, Life is a Miracle: An Essay Against Modern Superstition Alan Lightman, A Sense of the Mysterious: Science and the Human Spirit C.P. Snow, “The Two Cultures.”
Prerequisites: Junior standing or above, and a minimum of one course from at least four of the following INST threads: 2000, 2200, 2400, 2600, and 2800.
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INST 3007 - “Hideous Progeny”: Literature, Science and the Public Good Hours: 3
Although we often think of literature and science as being separate disciplines and cultures, throughout history they have often shared a common language, cultural heritage, and set of concerns. Particularly in the nineteenth century, literature and science often argued in unison for the “betterment of man’s estate,” as both novelists and scientists explored the question of our origins, the relationship between society and the individual, and what it means to be human. But in many literary narratives, such as Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein (1818), the vast potential of science was also interrogated rigorously and prophetically. Could scientific progress, unchecked by morality and driven by pride, really advance humanity? Could Victor Frankenstein’s “hideous progeny” - the Creature who haunts the novel - foreshadow the unintended consequences of scientific progress as the century unfolded? How literature uncovers and articulates the big questions posed by scientific progress from the nineteenth century to the present. How literature presents science, and how science often uses literary conventions (e.g., storytelling, metaphor) to make its case and to effect social change. How some of literature’s predictions about science (both positive and negative) have been realized in contemporary society through vivisection, bioengineering, stem-cell research, germ warfare and pandemics, nuclear power, cybernetics, mind control, and the exploration of other life forms.
Prerequisites: Junior standing or above, and a minimum of one course from at least four of the following INST threads: 2000, 2200, 2400, 2600, and 2800.
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INST 3008 - Asian Art, Religion, and the Politics of Protest and Power Hours: 3
This course explores how Asian artists and activists have used creative thought and visual expression to challenge and subvert unjust power structures. Focusing on some of the most influential visual artists, filmmakers, and playwrights in the 19th to 21st centuries, it considers their work within historical, ideological, and socio-political contexts throughout Asia. In addition to examining the complex ways that art has been used for protest, the course turns the critical lens on ourselves, to understand how we encounter creative media in our own lives and how these encounters impact our identities, ideologies, and social realities in often invisible ways.
Prerequisites: Junior standing or above, and a minimum of one course from at least four of the following INST threads: 2000, 2200, 2400, 2600, and 2800.
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INST 3009 - The Search for Meaning in Literature and Global Regions Hours: 3
Exploring the many ways both individuals and communities have responded to the problem of meaning, suffering and evil in the world. The primary lenses are those of Western literature and religious studies (specifically philosophy of religion and ritual studies). How have humans struggled to make sense of tragedy and learned how to cope with life’s hardships in different times and places, and what are our ethical responsibilities toward those who struggle in our midst?
Prerequisites: Junior standing or above, and a minimum of one course from at least four of the following INST threads: 2000, 2200, 2400, 2600, and 2800.
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INST 3010 - Telling Community Stories for the Common Good Hours: 3
Through a service learning partnership with an agency in an urban community in Columbus, exploring the relationship between journalists and communities, community organizers and journalists, and all citizens, by understanding the theory and practice of “civic journalism.” Advocacy journalism strives to provide readers/audiences with what they need to be responsible citizens rather than defining social issues as “problems to be solved.” This approach is more likely to promote a community and “restore it,” using techniques common to public relations, such as focusing on agency-centered storytelling.
Prerequisites: Junior standing or above, and a minimum of one course from at least four of the following INST threads: 2000, 2200, 2400, 2600, and 2800.
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INST 3011 - Mitakuye Oyasin: Travel to Rosebud Sioux Indian Reservation Hours: 3
Visiting the Rosebud Indian Reservation in South Dakota, the home of the Sicangu Oyate, also known as the Rosebud Sioux Tribe. Learning the rich history and culture of Rosebud and other Lakota Sioux peoples through readings and cultural experiences led by Lakota teachers, artists, musicians and dancers, and political and religious leaders. Participating in service learning activities, with a focus on those that relate to the unique public health challenges of Indian reservations. A partnership with Sinte Gleska, Rosebud’s tribal university, will provide opportunities to get to know Lakota people and learn about contemporary native issues and perspectives. A unique and moving cross-cultural experience.
Prerequisites: Junior standing or above, and a minimum of one course from at least four of the following INST threads: 2000, 2200, 2400, 2600, and 2800.
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INST 3012 - All American Social and Economic Perspectives on Sports in the U.S.A. Hours: 3
Examining the social, cultural, and economic influences of spectator sports in the United States. Sports as an industry affects both local and national economies. Social issues such as inequality based on the intersections of race, ethnicity, gender, social class, age, sexual identity, and disability implicate sports at every level. Applying social and economic theories to the institution of sports. Specific topics include: league structure, the role of civil rights protest on and off the field, team decision making, hyper-masculinity and sexual identity, labor-relations that involve race and gender issues, incentive structures, stadium financing, the role of public policy, and the effect of revenue sharing and salary caps on competitive balance.
Prerequisites: Junior standing or above, and a minimum of one course from at least four of the following INST threads: 2000, 2200, 2400, 2600, and 2800.
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INST 3013 - Globalization, History, and Economic Development Hours: 3
Today it is taken for granted that we live in a global economy: jobs and the standard of living in the United States are directly affected by economic developments elsewhere in the world and the benefits of global trade are disputed. Just as in developed economies, in the developing world there are also concerns about economic development, income inequality, the environment and sustainability. Exploring the intersection of global capitalism and the issues of the developing world, interrogating how different actors and participants in the global economy understand the ‘common good’ depending on their economic experiences and world views. Processes of economic integration and disintegration in the 20th century, including the different policies and viewpoints of developed and developing nations to international trade and the impact of globalization on the environment and culture as well as critical development issues for the developing world in the 21st century.
Prerequisites: Junior standing or above, and a minimum of one course from at least four of the following INST threads: 2000, 2200, 2400, 2600, and 2800.
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INST 3014 - Business and Science of Whisk(e)y Hours: 3
Exploring how whisk(e)y is made and sold. How science affects the product and how the product is bottled, shipped, and sold. The use of alcohol is as old as humanity and is tied tightly in some way to nearly all cultures. Using two very different disciplines to dissect how distilled spirits are produced and brought to market. Demystifying whisk(e)y and equipping ourselves with the tools to analyze a complex problem (the production and distribution of whisk(e)y) and how to apply it to other situations that may arise in our lives. The physical and mental effects associated with consumption of spirits, the social impact, and legal attempts to control consumption. How a changing climate affects the production process and, in turn, the business of selling whisk(e)y.
Prerequisites: Junior standing or above, and a minimum of one course from at least four of the following INST threads: 2000, 2200, 2400, 2600, and 2800.
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INST 3900 - Independent Study Hours: 1-3
Independent study.
Notes: This course is repeatable.
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INST 3910 - Experimental Course Topics Hours: 1-3
Experiemental course topics.
Notes: This course is repeatable.
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INST 4910 - Experimental Course Topics Hours: 1-3
Experimental course topics.
Notes: This course is repeatable.
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ITAL 1000 - Elementary Italian I Hours: 3
An introduction to Italian language and culture for students with little or no knowledge of the language. Through partner and group work, readings, films, internet exploration, online exercises and modules, and brief writing assignments, developing and practicing the four skills: oral (speaking and listening), and literacy (reading and writing). An introduction to culture in Italian-speaking communities.
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ITAL 1100 - Elementary Italian II Hours: 3
The second semester of an introduction to Italian language and culture. Continuing to learn the foundations of Italian, with the goal of achieving an intermediate level of proficiency. Partner and group work, readings, films, internet exploration, online exercises and modules, and brief writing assignments are used to deepen competency with reading, writing, speaking, and listening as well as to increase knowledge of culture, history, and politics.
Prerequisites: ITAL 1000.
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JAMC 1200 - Video Production Hours: 3
An introductory course in television and video production theory and techniques. Emphasizes the study of the elements and processes involved in various applications of broadcast and non-broadcast video production. Preparing materials for use in student media and performing roles as members of the television/video production team. Preparation for positions with student media including video news and sports coverage.
FA, SP Sems.
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JAMC 1300 - Print Production Hours: 3
Typography and layout in printed journalistic communications, including the use of computer desktop publishing programs.
FA, SP Sems.
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JAMC 1401 - Radio and Audio Production Hours: 3
The principles of audio production and the fundamentals of writing for audio media. The practice of directing and operating digital radio station equipment in a live radio broadcasting context. The principles of digital editing while operating audio editing software. Strategies and responsible guidelines for posting audio files online. Producing audio projects using voice, music and sound effects. Completion of some requirements for WOBN FM certification.
Notes: Repeatable to a maximum of 6 hrs.
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JAMC 1404 - TandCMedia.com Production Hours: 3
Supervised reporting, writing and production for the Otterbein student media website. Participation in editorial meetings, writing and editing stories, producing multimedia packages, and engaging in all aspects of a news website production.
FA, SP Sems.
Prerequisites: JAMC 1600.
Notes: Repeatable to a maximum of 6 hrs.
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JAMC 1600 - Reporting and News Writing Hours: 3
An introduction to journalistic writing and reporting with multimedia application as well as an introduction to media law and ethics.
FA, SP Sems.
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JAMC 1910 - Experimental Course Topics Hours: 1-3
Experimental course topics.
Notes: This course is repeatable.
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JAMC 2100 - Video News Writing and Production Hours: 3
An introduction to news writing and reporting for video. The basics of video storytelling, videography and video editing for broadcast and web dissemination. Building on knowledge of news judgment, sourcing, interviewing and news writing. Producing a variety of video reports, formats and styles that fit the information presented and to reach the intended audience.
FA, SP Sems.
Prerequisites: JAMC 1600
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JAMC 2200 - Special Topics in Video Production Hours: 3
Advanced study of theory and practice in video production. Emphases include: aesthetics, single camera production theory and techniques, non-linear editing, post-production, and troubleshooting.
SP Sem.
Prerequisites: JAMC 1200.
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JAMC 2300 - Copy Editing for Multimedia Hours: 3
Copy editing for web and print. Developing an expertise in grammar, punctuation and publication styles as well as fact-checking and source evaluation. Building on knowledge of news judgment and news writing to improve upon our own and others’ work. Preparing work for web and print publication from the raw copy to final published web and print output. Writing headlines and developing information graphics and other methods of visual storytelling. Collaborating with Feature Writing classes to produce the T&C magazine each semester.
FA, SP Sems.
Prerequisites: JAMC 1600
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JAMC 2400 - Feature Writing - Writing Intensive Hours: 3
An introduction to journalistic feature writing, also known as literary journalism and narrative journalism including long-form journalism. Applying in-depth reporting techniques and writing structures necessary in extended journalistic articles. Material may be used in student media including TandCMedia.org and T&C Magazine.
FA, SP Sems.
Prerequisites: JAMC 1600 with a grade of C or above.
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JAMC 2910 - Experimental Course Topics Hours: 3
Experimental course topics.
Notes: This course is repeatable.
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JAMC 3230 - Sports Performance and Reporting Hours: 3
Improving writing, interviewing, announcing, and improvisational skills in the area of sports media performance. The fundamentals of effective non-verbal and verbal communication principles as practiced in traditional broadcast environments. How to target media audiences by engaging in exercises that improve vocal development, live sports reporting, and social media interaction.
FA Sem.
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JAMC 3500 - Race, Gender, Class and Media Hours: 3
The historical and contemporary constructions of gender and race in media as well as issues related to the reception of such constructions. Analyzing media representations of race and gender and audiences defined in some way by race and gender. Industry issues inherent in representation and reception as well as questions of individual media effects.
SP Sem.
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JAMC 3900 - Independent Study Hours: 1-4
Individual projects for qualified students.
Prerequisites: Students must establish a faculty advisor for the project and complete a learning contract.
Notes: This course is repeatable.
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JAMC 4500 - Media Law - Writing Intensive Hours: 3
Examines media law, including sources of American law, the 1st Amendment and current court and regulatory action. Application of legal principles and precedent for media professional.
Prerequisites: Junior standing or above.
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JAMC 4600 - Special Topics in Journalism Hours: 3
Advanced techniques for reporting, writing, and producing multimedia community-based news and stories online. May include a service learning relationship with a local community organization in order to develop in-depth knowledge, understanding, and involvement in the issues and systems of a single community.
Prerequisites: JAMC 1600.
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JAMC 4900 - Internship Hours: 1-15
Experience working in professional media organization or other professional communication outlets.
Prerequisites: Permission of a faculty internship supervisor and completion of an internship contract. Repeatable to a maximum of 15 hrs.
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JAMC 4910 - Experimental Course Topics Hours: 1-3
Experimental course topics.
Notes: This course is repeatable.
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JAPN 1000 - Elementary Japanese I Hours: 3
An introduction to the Japanese language and culture for students with little or no knowledge of the language. Through partner and group work, readings, films, internet exploration, online exercises and modules, and brief writing assignments, developing and practicing the four skills: oral (speaking and listening) and literacy (reading and writing). An introduction to culture in Japanese speaking communities.
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JAPN 1100 - Elementary Japanese II Hours: 3
The second semester of an introduction to the Japanese language and culture. Continuing to learn the foundations of Japanese, with the goal of achieving an intermediate level of proficiency. Partner and group work, readings, films, internet exploration, online exercises and modules, and brief writing assignments are used to deepen competency with reading, writing, speaking, and listening as well as to increase knowledge of culture, history, and politics.
Prerequisites: JAPN 1000.
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JAPN 2910 - Experimental Course Topics Hours: 1-3
Experimental course topics.
Notes: This course is repeatable.
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JAPN 3900 - Independent Study Hours: 1-3
Individual studies designed to pursue specific interests.
Prerequisites: Permission of department chair required.
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LEAD 1000 - Finding Your Leadership Potential Hours: 3
An opportunity for extensive self-reflection, discovering and examining our thinking and learning styles, personality types, interpersonal communication styles, and belief systems. Through this analysis, building a portfolio which highlights personal strengths and areas for development. Examining our roles as citizens and leaders in our various communities. The populations, structures, and needs of the cities of Westerville and Columbus, including brief community service activities. Leadership theories, concepts, and skills.
Prerequisites: Not open to students with credit for FYS 1024.
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LEAD 1010 - Introduction to Leadership Hours: 3
Developing an understanding of leadership principles and practices. Examining and experiencing emergent ways of seeing ourselves, others, and human situations defined locally and globally - all against a background of traditional and non-traditional leadership roles and models. Through critical self-reflection, learning pathways for joining the sides of the self, achieving common purposes, collaborating, effecting change, and accepting the responsibilities of the engaged citizen.
Prerequisites: Open to high school students only.
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LEAD 1015 - Leadership As Character Development and Inquiry Hours: 3
Character is essential for the development of an effective leader. Focused on a leader’s capacity for achieving “values in action,” taking responsibility for her or his actions, living with integrity and resilience, practicing flexibility and humility, forming relationships, identifying and living her or his purpose and vision, and making a commitment to service. Through self-reflection and a process that focuses on inquiry through personal stories as a primary method for leadership development, developing our individual characters by examining and building on defining moments and individual character strengths. Designing a vision, goals, plans centered on core values, our constantly maintained inquiry, and the application of the principles and practices of strong character: resistance, personal responsibility, resilience, sound relationships (servant-leader-formed relationships), and the practices of executive function and emotional intelligence.
Prerequisites: Open to high school students only.
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LEAD 1910 - Experimental Course Topics Hours: 1-3
Experimental course topics.
Notes: This course is repeatable.
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LEAD 2000 - Principles of Leadership Hours: 3
Theoretical perspectives on leadership (traits, styles, situational, behavioral, transformative, etc.) and research. Developing leadership skills and active self-reflection concerning your perspectives and skills. Among the specific leadership skills targeted: shaping and communicating a vision, persuasion and advocacy, motivation, and conflict management, mediation and collaboration. Continued development of critical thinking and reflection, writing skills, speaking skills, small group communication skills, and interpersonal communication skills.
Prerequisites: Recommended LEAD 1000, FYS 1024, or COMM 3800, or the first five courses in the VanSant Leadership Program.
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LEAD 3000 - Leadership Practices Hours: 3
Applying organizational learning and leadership. Concepts and models of engaged citizenship, leadership, and change: pillars of organizations in which shared leadership, organizational change and whole systems change are constantly transformative. Experienced leaders explain and discuss leadership principles, practices, and models. Applying an organizational change model or a set of leadership principles and strategies in writing an organizational development plan for a non-profit organization or a unit in a non-profit organization.
Prerequisites: LEAD 2000 or permission of instructor.
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LEAD 3700 - The Emerging Leader Hours: 3
Assessment of personality type and styles of interaction and problem solving. Creation of a “personal vision statement.” Clarification of personal values and how differing value structures among people impact relationships. Understanding conflict styles and learning how to collaborate. Examination of effective leadership principles, actions, and behaviors. Development of our individual capacity to lead. Development of communication skills that express leadership. Making and keeping promises with integrity.
Prerequisites: Open to adult learners only.
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LEAD 3710 - Transformational Leadership Hours: 3
The automatic way of being and reacting and ways of winning, and how these strategies are limits to what a leader can create and produce. Creating the future from the future with no constraints from the past. Distinguishing the concept of mastery and what it means to develop life-long practices that support living a life of possibility. Exploring how conversations are openings of action and tools to produce results.
Prerequisites: LEAD 3700 or TYS 2003; open to adult learners only.
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LEAD 3720 - Leadership: Organizational and Team Dynamics - Writing Intensive Hours: 3
Developing effectiveness of being a leader of teams and groups. What effective leadership looks like in the 21st Century and the skills and behaviors that are needed to manage and work in a global economy and in increasing rate of change. The impact of emotional intelligence, the characteristics of this kind of intelligence, and the importance of integrating emotions into our leadership and management skills. How to manage and work through conflict, the characteristics of an effective team, how to deepen our active listening skills, and the ability to develop win/win solutions. The principles of motivation and how to move action forward to produce desired results, and in that context, the difference between efficiency and effectiveness and the impact on performance.
Prerequisites: LEAD 3710; open to adult learners only.
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LEAD 3730 - Leadership Project Hours: 3
Integrates all prior learning to enable the creation and implementation of a “Committed Future” plan. The power of conversation, and the generative power of language. The principles of appreciative inquiry, the development of emotional intelligence competencies, experiencing our own barriers to fulfilling on commitments, and practices to overcome those barriers. The design and implementation of a community project in an area of importance and concern.
Prerequisites: LEAD 3720; open to adult learners only.
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LEAD 3900 - Independent Study Hours: 1-3
An opportunity to engage in independent study in an area not otherwise available.
Prerequisites: Instructor permission.
Notes: This course is repeatable.
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LEAD 4800 - Leadership Project Hours: 3
Identifying a leader or a leadership team in a non-profit organization to work with, and introducing and implementing a leadership development model or designing and implementing a change model. Fitting a leadership model to the organization’s purpose and culture. Writing a proposal and then writing a plan with an emphasis on implementation strategies. The proposal, a progress report, and final plans are presented to members of the Leadership Studies Minor Advisory Committee. Final plans are presented at a public forum.
Prerequisites: LEAD 3000 or permission of instructor.
Notes: Repeatable to a maximum of 6 hrs.
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LEAD 4900 - Internship Hours: 1-15
Available to majors upon submission of documents described on the internship website of the Center for Career and Professional Development. Arranged individually usually with local organizations, agencies or companies.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor and program director required.
Notes: Repeatable to a maximum of 16 hrs.
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LFW series - Lifestyle Fitness and Wellness Series Hours: 1
The LFW 1000 series are courses designed to meet the University requirement in lifestyle fitness and wellness
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LFW 1001 - Stability Ball Conditioning Hours: 1
The execution of Pilates and sports inspired conditioning techniques using the stability ball to strengthen and tone core muscles as well as the upper and lower body. Exercises are designed to improve postural alignment, flexibility, and body awareness.
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LFW 1002 - Yoga Relaxation Hours: 1
Yoga is the “union” of the body, mind, and breath. Beginning with the more well-known forms of yoga, approximately 30 yoga poses will be taught throughout the semester. Included will be breath and meditation practice to aid in stress management. Various yoga concepts and philosophies will be introduced and/or practiced.
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LFW 1004 - Beginning Rock Climbing Hours: 1
The fundamentals of rock climbing. Basic climbing techniques, how to belay, how to rappel, how to establish an anchor, and important climbing safety techniques.
Corequisites: FYS 1058
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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LFW 1006 - Alexander Technique Hours: 1
A practical introduction to the somatic education theories and methods of F.M. Alexander, often employed by performing artists, but equally useful in sports and everyday activities. Reducing tension and enhancing performance by refining kinesthetic perception, and by bringing attention to common ingrained habits that interfere with the postural reflexes.
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LFW 1007 - Feldenkrais Method Hours: 1
A practical introduction to the somatic education theories and methods of Moshe Feldenkrais - a synthesis of Western discoveries about learning and developmental movement with insights from traditional Eastern martial arts. Gentle floor exercises that explore very basic movements in great detail in order to develop the ability to use one’s body with greater ease, comfort, pleasure and power.
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LFW 1008 - Massage Techniques Hours: 1
Utilizing massage techniques to manage daily stress. The physical, mental and emotional benefits of massage. Proper body mechanics when massaging, and the application of simple, appropriate Swedish massage techniques.
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LFW 1009 - Fitness and Wellness Concepts Hours: 1
The self-management skills necessary to adopt and maintain a healthy lifestyle. Stresses individual responsibility for achieving optimal well-being and emphasizes preventive health practices that reduce the risk factors associated with disease.
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LFW 1010 - Personal Fitness Program Hours: 1
Develop an individualized fitness plan through Microfit assessment and improve health through physical activity.
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LFW 1011 - Lifetime Fitness and Wellness Hours: 1
The benefits of physical fitness and the importance it plays in our lives. Lectures and activities designed to enhance knowledge of health and fitness.
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LFW 1012 - Pilates Hours: 1
A non-impact, anaerobic, gentle, and effective exercise program that is recognized worldwide. Renowned for increasing strength and flexibility, improving alignment and coordination, and synchronizing mind and body. Promotes ease and efficiency of movement and improved posture through focused, slow, careful, and controlled exercises.
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LFW 1013 - Weight Training Hours: 1
Basic fundamental techniques for novices, developed in a steady personal program.
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LFW 1014 - Tennis Hours: 1
Basic fundamental skills necessary to compete recreationally in singles and doubles. Not intended for experienced players.
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LFW 1015 - Ultimate Frisbee Hours: 1
An introduction to Ultimate Frisbee and other disc games that will improve general playing skills and ability, knowledge of the rules, and techniques and strategies that are necessary for efficient, competitive and recreational ultimate participation. Physical conditioning, specific skills, team play, competitive situations and psychological attitudes are also considered.
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LFW 1016 - Tai Chi Hours: 1
An Oriental self-discipline often referred to as “Chinese Yoga” and “Taoist Yoga.” Practicing the Chinese art of energy balance, bringing the body-mind into a healing state of clarity, and equilibrium utilizing several styles of the practice including Tai Chi Chuan, a Chinese body-mind discipline designed for healing, awareness and use as a martial art (Tai = Supreme/Ultimate, Chi = Energy, Kung = work/exercise Chuan = Fist). The many benefits of Tai Chi include: improvement of mental concentration, self-confidence, self-awareness, natural breathing and movement, blood circulation, organ function, flexibility, strength, balance and endurance, and the development of focus, clarity and calmness. The healing benefits of Tai Chi, as a moving form of Qigong (Chi Kung = Ultimate Taoist energy exercise) have been recognized in China for many generations and are now receiving acceptance in the western medical community.
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LFW 1017 - Jazz Aerobics Hours: 1
Injury prevention and technique warmup with postural alignment. Exercises are designed to strengthen and protect the ankles, hips, knees and spine. Aerobic warm-ups and workouts focus on having fun with music. Cool-downs finish with Dance, Tai Chi and Yoga stretching.
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LFW 1018 - Golf Hours: 1
Introduction to the basic skills, rules and knowledge of golf for an appreciation of this lifelong sport.
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LFW 1019 - Cardio Kick Boxing Hours: 1
The execution of punches and kicks borrowed from boxing and kickboxing using a range of aerobic formats and intensities intended to improve individual fitness and well-being, and to promote fitness as a lifestyle.
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LFW 1020 - Advanced Cardio Kick Boxing Hours: 1
Challenges those who are already proficient in Cardio Kickboxing technique and form. Instruction and use of heavy bags and resistance training to improve both health and skill related components of fitness. An introduction to contact kickboxing and promoting individual fitness and well-being.
Prerequisites: LFW 1019 or permission of instructor.
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LFW 1021 - Aerobic Step Circuit Hours: 1
Alternating step aerobics and resistance training for a cardiovascular and strength workout. Proper step and weight training techniques. Improves individual fitness and well-being, and promotes fitness as a lifestyle in a group setting.
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LFW 1022 - Advanced Aerobic Step Circuit Hours: 1
Challenges those who are already proficient in Aerobic Step technique and form. Complex step patterns, multi-muscle group strength training, and interval training designed to improve both health and skill related components of fitness. Promotes individual fitness and well-being.
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LFW 1023 - Ballroom Dance: Swing Hours: 1
An introduction to the various styles and chronology of popular Swing dance with reference to Salsa. The coordination, rhythms, and lead/follow techniques which enable dance with a variety of partners.
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LFW 1024 - Ballroom Dance: Tango and Waltz Hours: 1
Basic understanding of authentic Argentine Style Tango, and Waltz, with reference to Foxtrot. Utilizing several interrelated dance steps and rhythms with an emphasis on partnering techniques, developing the basis of how to partner any social dance. No previous experience required.
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LFW 1025 - AHA Healthcare Provider (CPR) Hours: 1
The skills of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) for people of all ages: adult (ages 8+), child (ages 1-8) and infant (ages 0-1). The use of an automated external defibrillator (AED), as well as how to relieve choking (foreign-body airway obstruction) on both responsive and unresponsive victims of all ages. Enables the recognition and response to life threatening emergencies. Successful completion results in AHA Healthcare Provider Basic Life Sequence Certification.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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LFW 1026 - Exercise Walking Hours: 1
Techniques for turning walking into a lifelong fitness activity. Individualized progression. Held in both indoor and outdoor setting.
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LFW 1027 - New Games Hours: 1
Development of skills in problem solving, creative thinking and expression, and leadership and teamwork, while playing a variety of cooperative games where athletic ability is not a requirement.
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LFW 1028 - Zumba Hours: 1
A Latin-inspired dance fitness experience. An effective interval workout combining high and low intensity movements drawing from salsa, cumbia, merengue, reggaeton, and samba. No dance experience required.
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LFW 1029 - Self Defense Hours: 1
Basic self-defense knowledge and practical defensive methods for individual use in the anticipation and prevention of a perpetrator and dangerous situations.
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LFW 1030 - Zumba and Sculpt Hours: 1
Builds on traditional Zumba with the addition of a strength training component. Zumba intervals as well as total body sculpting exercises.
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LFW 1031 - Boot Camp Hours: 1
A combination of plyometrics, agility drills, strength training, and core work. Designed to challenge the cardiovascular system as well as increase muscle endurance and improve kinesthetic awareness.
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LFW 1032 - Total Body Training Hours: 1
Alternating cycles of cardio drills and weight work for a total body workout. Primary focus is on cardio conditioning, fat loss, and overall muscle conditioning.
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LFW 1034 - Total Body Training Hours: 1
Alternating cycles of cardio drills and weight work for a total body workout. Primary focus is on cardio conditioning, fat loss, and overall muscle conditioning.
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LFW 1036 - Olympic Weightlifting Hours: 1
The complete technical progressions of the snatch, clean and jerk, and all associated exercises. Program design, technical rules, and practice coaching and performing these exercises in a practical setting.
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LFW 1037 - 5K Run/Walk Training Hours: 1
Designed to help successfully complete a 5K race (equal to 3.1 miles). How to train safely for this distance, as well as proper strength training and stretching exercises to assist with peak performance. At the end of the term, we will run/walk a local 5K race together. All fitness levels are welcome, as the goal is to do your individual best.
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LFW 1038 - Cardio Circuit Hours: 1
Interval based circuit training is used to increase cardiovascular capacity and muscular endurance. The primary focus is to improve cardiovascular fitness.
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LFW 1039 - Scuba Diving Hours: 1
The fundamentals of SCUBA diving and leads to certification as an “Open Water” diver.
Prerequisites: Approved medical form.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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LFW 1040 - Pickleball Hours: 1
Fast paced, self officiated net game with similarities to tennis, badminton, table tennis, and racquetball. Course covers rules, strategies, court positions, basic skills and techniques, preparation for play, and extensive active practice and play with 2, 3, or 4 people.
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LFW 1910 - Experimental Course Topics Hours: 1
Experimental course topics.
Notes: This course is repeatable.
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LFW 3900 - Independent Study Hours: 1
Independent study.
Notes: This course is repeatable.
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LIBR 2000 - Passport to the Information World - Writing Intensive Hours: 3
Prepare for research assignments by streamlining the research process. How to identify the best tools for answering upper-level research questions, experts in your research field, and more.
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LIBR 3910 - Experimental Course Topics Hours: 1-3
Experimental course topics.
Notes: This course is repeatable.
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MATH 0900 - Prerequisite to College Mathematics Hours: 3
Intermediate algebra topics: polynomial arithmetic and factoring; integer and rational exponents; linear equations and inequalities in one and two variables and their graphs; absolute value equations and inequalities; systems of equations; introduction to functions; quadratic equations; rational and radical expressions and equations; applications and models.
FA, SP Sems.
Notes: Earned hours are not applicable towards graduation requirements.
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MATH 1210 - Nature of Mathematics Hours: 3
Explores the question “What is mathematics?” from a liberal arts perspective. Content modules (in topics such as number theory, set theory, and group theory) provide a variety of opportunities to experience the power of abstraction, the use of logic and deduction, and connections between this science and other disciplines. Through investigations of mathematics as both an art and a tool, developing creative and communicative skills. Awareness of mathematics as a worthwhile human endeavor whose benefits can be used and appreciated.
FA, SP Sems.
Prerequisites: MATH 0900 with a C- or better, or ACT Math score of 24 or above, or SAT Math score of 560 or above, or qualification through Otterbein’s Mathematics Placement Exam.
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