2021-2022 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]
Course Descriptions
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PHYS 4603 - Advanced Quantum Theory Hours: 3
Multi-particle systems, perturbation theory, semiclassical methods, applications to atomic and molecular systems, scattering theory.
SP Sem, rotating years.
Prerequisites: PHYS 4000.
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PHYS 4900 - Internship Hours: 1-6
Internships are available to majors upon submission of documents described on the internship website of the Center for Career and Professional Development. They are arranged individually usually with local organizations, agencies or companies.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor and department chair.
Notes: This course is repeatable.
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POLS 1000 - American National Government Hours: 3
A survey of the institutions, processes, and politics of the government of the United States. Particular emphasis is placed on the historic development of federalism, the Congress, the Presidency, the Judiciary, the national bureaucracy, political parties, and interest groups.
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POLS 1150 - Introduction to Political Philosophy - Writing Intensive Hours: 3
An introduction to the study of political philosophy and survey of the major thinkers in the Western political tradition, from Plato to the present, including an examination of the principal concepts and theories.
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POLS 1300 - Introduction to Global Politics Hours: 3
Theories of international relations, and how countries interact in a world of uncertainty and competing interests.
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POLS 2270 - Comparative Government Hours: 3
An introduction to the various internal political systems of countries around the world. Exploring the wide variety of democracies and dictatorships using comparative methods.
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POLS 2300 - Methods of Research and Inquiry in Political Science Hours: 3
Basic procedures, material, and research tools used by political scientists. An introduction to the qualitative and quantitative aspects of the discipline.
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POLS 2450 - The Political Film Hours: 3
Examining the culture industry by investigating how movies (and entertainment more generally) structure ideology and inform a critique of political life. Power will be examined through a study of the way culture is framed, produced, and consumed. Taking a critical approach to popular media, especially film.
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POLS 3000 - American Legislative Process Hours: 3
The legislative and representative process with attention to the committee system, seniority, party leadership, and relations with other branches of government. Primary focus is on the U.S. Congress and its norms, rules, and procedures.
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POLS 3100 - Contemporary Politics in State and Local Government Hours: 3
The state and local government structures, operations, and intergovernmental processes in the United States. The state and local governments of Ohio are used as a basis for providing comparative analysis among state and local governments.
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POLS 3250 - Introduction to Public Administration Hours: 3
An introductory course in public administration. Explores responsive, equitable, effective, efficient, and accountable governance processes, public policies, and institutional-base programs. Set within a context of contemporary political, social, economic, and administrative realities. Examines essential competencies, values, and issues important to public service organizations and the importance of public policy at the local, state, national and international levels.
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POLS 3400 - Theories of Race and Politics Hours: 3
Examines race, racism, and politics from a political theory perspective. Draws from critical race theory, legal theory, political philosophy, theories of intersectionality, and theories of anti-racism to examine the integral relationship between race and power in the formation of the U.S. political system and how racialized hierarchies are reinforced in law, social norms, culture, and in modes of thinking.
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POLS 3480 - Gender and Feminist Political Theory Hours: 3
Key debates in gender and feminist political theory, including the understanding of politics as the study of power, conceptions of gender, the role of women in political thought, and how gendered identities are conceived and organized in contemporary politics and society.
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POLS 3520 - Special Topics in Global Politics Hours: 3
An in-depth examination of a timely or specialized subject focused on Global Politics.
Notes: Repeatable to a maximum of 6 hours.
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POLS 3530 - Special Topics Seminar in Political Theory Hours: 3
An in-depth examination of a timely or specialized subject focused in political theory, such as critical theory, radical and revolutionary political theory, conservative political theory, or focus on individual contemporary political theorists.
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POLS 3870 - Studies in Political Violence: Civil War, Terrorism, and Genocide Hours: 3
An examination of the major topics within the study of political violence, including civil war, terrorism, genocide, organized criminal violence, and electoral violence. Focuses on the diverse drivers of violence as well as its social, political, and economic consequences for individuals and communities in a range of empirical contexts, including North and South America, Europe, Sub-Saharan Africa, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia.
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POLS 3900 - Independent Study Hours: 1-3
Independent study.
Prerequisites: Open to Political Science majors only, and permission of instructor.
Notes: This course is repeatable.
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POLS 4100 - International Law and Institutions Hours: 3
An introduction to the relationship between international law and international politics. How international commitments are generated, adjudicated and enforced. Significant treaties and intergovernmental organizations such as the United Nations.
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POLS 4200 - Constitutional Law: Civil Liberties and Civil Rights Hours: 3
The principles of the American constitution and Supreme Court decision-making. Examining concepts such as judicial review, separation of powers, equal protection of the law, race and sex discrimination, voting rights, the right to privacy, freedom of speech and religion, due process, and the rights of the accused. Principles of legal reasoning.
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POLS 4650 - Campaigns and Elections Hours: 3
The structure, functions, and operations of political parties, elections, public opinion, the media, and interest groups in American national politics.
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POLS 4690 - Theories of Democracy and Its Demise Hours: 3
An examination of the concept of democracy from a range of historical, normative, and theoretical perspectives. Explores both classic and contemporary debates on the value of democracy, the political practices and institutions that define democracy, and the major threats to democratic government, past and present.
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POLS 4830 - Latin American Politics Hours: 3
Explores key political developments in 20th and 21st century Latin America. Major topics will include state formation and economic development, regime transitions and democratization, and contemporary challenges like natural resource extraction, organized crime and violence, migration, and poverty and inequality.
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POLS 4900 - Internship Hours: 1-12
Work with governmental agencies, political candidates, lobbies, and other private institutions interested in the public sector.
Prerequisites: Open to Political Science majors only.
Notes: This course is repeatable.
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PSYC 1000 - Psychology for Non-Majors Hours: 3
The human being from a range of perspectives in psychology. Introduces the major concepts, theories, methods, and findings in the areas of neuropsychology, perception, learning, memory, cognition, language, intelligence, family systems, health, personality, therapy, creativity, and social and societal interactions. Integrates the theories and research in each major area of psychology and applies general psychological principles to other disciplines, contributing to a fuller understanding of people’s inner and social lives.
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PSYC 1050 - General Psychology - Writing Intensive Hours: 3
A survey of the field of psychology, examining the biological, cognitive, and social bases of human thought, emotion, and action. Topics include research methods, neuropsychology, perception, learning and memory, language, consciousness, theories of personality, social interactions, cultural influences, abnormal behavior, and psychotherapy. The scientific study of psychological phenomena and the application of research findings to people’s lives. Includes required laboratory participation.
Corequisites: PSYC 1051.
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PSYC 1051 - General Psychology - Writing Intensive Hours: 1
An opportunity to practice empirical approaches to questions of human nature, and to communicate findings using the conventions specific to the discipline of Psychology. Designed for introductory-level students seeking experiences with lab-based research and writing on psychological topics.
Prerequisites or Corequisites: Coreq PSYC 1050, or prerequisite PSYC 1000.
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PSYC 1060 - Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences Hours: 4
The theory and application of basic statistical techniques. The fundamentals of research design and data analysis and developing familiarity with the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS), a common tool for students and researchers in psychology.
Prerequisites: C- or better in MATH 0900, or qualification through Otterbein’s Mathematics Placement Exam.
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PSYC 2000 - Lifespan Development Hours: 3
Human development throughout the lifespan, from conception through death. Combining theory, research, and practical applications, progressing chronologically through the lifespan, with an emphasis on biological, cognitive, and psychosocial development during each developmental period. Specific periods addressed include prenatal development, birth, infancy, childhood, adolescence, emerging adulthood, middle adulthood, and late adulthood, including aging and end-of-life issues.
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PSYC 2051 - Professional Development for First Year Psychology Majors Hours: 0.25
Preparation for graduate school or a career in psychology or related fields. Promotes a sense of community among Psychology majors and faculty. Highlights the distinctions between different areas of psychology to help inform career and/or graduate school decisions. Opportunities for becoming involved with research in the Psychology Department. An online portfolio of work, such as resumes and writing samples, will be maintained throughout time in the major. Topics that interest psychology majors, from internship opportunities, to studying for the GRE and applying to graduate school, and possible paths to follow with a degree in psychology. Fall offerings feature outside speakers on psychology, and spring offerings include attendance at the Psychology Research Reporting Day.
Prerequisites: Open to first year Psychology majors only.
Notes: Repeatable to a maximum of .5 credits.
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PSYC 2052 - Professional Development for Second Year Psychology Majors Hours: 0.25
Preparation for graduate school or a career in psychology or related fields. Promotes a sense of community among Psychology majors and faculty. Highlights the distinctions between different areas of psychology to help inform career and/or graduate school decisions. Opportunities for becoming involved with research in the Psychology Department. An online portfolio of work, such as resumes and writing samples, will be maintained throughout time in the major. Topics that interest psychology majors, from internship opportunities, to studying for the GRE and applying to graduate school, and possible paths to follow with a degree in psychology. Fall offerings feature outside speakers on psychology, and spring offerings include attendance at the Psychology Research Reporting Day.
Prerequisites: Open to second year Psychology majors only.
Notes: Repeatable to a maximum of .5 credits.
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PSYC 2053 - Professional Development for Third Year Psychology Majors Hours: 0.25
Preparation for graduate school or a career in psychology or related fields. Promotes a sense of community among Psychology majors and faculty. Highlights the distinctions between different areas of psychology to help inform career and/or graduate school decisions. Opportunities for becoming involved with research in the Psychology Department. An online portfolio of work, such as resumes and writing samples, will be maintained throughout time in the major. Topics that interest psychology majors, from internship opportunities, to studying for the GRE and applying to graduate school, and possible paths to follow with a degree in psychology. Fall offerings feature outside speakers on psychology, and spring offerings include attendance at the Psychology Research Reporting Day.
Prerequisites: Open to third year Psychology majors only.
Notes: Repeatable to a maximum of .5 credits.
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PSYC 2054 - Professional Development for Fourth Year Psychology Majors Hours: 0.25
Preparation for graduate school or a career in psychology or related fields. Promotes a sense of community among Psychology majors and faculty. Highlights the distinctions between different areas of psychology to help inform career and/or graduate school decisions. Opportunities for becoming involved with research in the Psychology Department. An online portfolio of work, such as resumes and writing samples, will be maintained throughout time in the major. Topics that interest psychology majors, from internship opportunities, to studying for the GRE and applying to graduate school, and possible paths to follow with a degree in psychology. Fall offerings feature outside speakers on psychology, and spring offerings include attendance at the Psychology Research Reporting Day.
Prerequisites: Open to fourth year Psychology majors only.
Notes: Repeatable to a maximum of .5 credits.
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PSYC 2310 - Child and Adolescent Development Hours: 3
An examination of human development during the early years of life, including prenatal development, birth, infancy, childhood, and adolescence. How humans grow and change physically, emotionally and cognitively; the influence of biological, psychological, and social factors on early development are considered. Examples of topics addressed include: learning, attachment, language, sex roles, and parenting.
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PSYC 2330 - Psychology of Personality Hours: 3
An introduction to personality psychology. The origins, evolution, main themes, and major applications of some of the most influential personality theories. Evaluating the empirical data supporting and challenging each theory, discussing the social and psychological implications of the various theories, and assessing their contributions to our understanding of self and others. Developing the ability to broadly discuss different approaches to personality and the general challenges inherent in the attempt to define and measure personality. Appreciation of the role of critical empirical inquiry in evaluating theoretical claims regarding personality, and the multidimensional nature of human behavior and the importance of context in shaping our understanding and perceptions.
Prerequisites: PSYC 1000 or 1050.
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PSYC 2410 - Diversity in Psychology Hours: 3
A broad based introduction to contemporary and historical issues that have explicit and implicit psychological relevance and import for visible racial and ethnic groups in the U.S. Societal groups highlighted include: African Americans, Chinese Americans, Japanese Americans, Mexican Americans, Puerto Rican Americans, and American Indians. Increases cross cultural knowledge and enhances cross cultural awareness and appreciation. Psychology provides a foundation, while paradigms and literature reviewed merge with related disciplines.
Prerequisites: Sophomore standing.
Notes: Cross-listed with INST 2010.
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PSYC 2500 - Research Methods I - Writing Intensive Hours: 4
An introduction to issues and problems in methods and inference in psychological research. The fundamentals of a variety of methods including surveys and correlational design, experiments, and quasi-experiments. Participation in laboratory experience and research, including collecting and analyzing data.
Prerequisites: PSYC 1050, a C- or better in 1060, and Sophomore level or above; or permission of instructor.
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PSYC 2610 - Social Psychology Hours: 3
The ways humans interact with other humans. The power of situations in shaping human behavior and thought, and the power of thought in creating our individual social realities. How to persuade others and resist persuasion, how to address stereotyping, racism, and sexism. What the important aspects of romantic relationships are, what the relationship between media influences and violence is, and how to promote altruistic behaviors. Understanding what social psychology is, including the issues that are studied and how they relate to our everyday lives. Appreciating the basic concepts underlying social psychology and becoming familiar with some of the better known theories and research findings. How to read social psychology literature and how to be a critical consumer of psychology research.
Notes: Cross-listed with INST 2014.
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PSYC 3110 - Physiological Psychology Hours: 3
3 An introduction to the physiological systems that underlie behavior with emphasis on the structure and function of the nervous system, neurotransmitters and the sensory systems. Research methods unique to the field of physiological psychology. Clinically relevant topics include but are not limited to Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s disease, depression, and schizophrenia.
Prerequisites: PSYC 1050 and 2500, or permission of instructor.
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PSYC 3120 - Psychology of Perception Hours: 3
An introduction to sensations, sensory processes, and their organization into perceptions. Human perception, particularly vision and hearing is addressed. Psychophysical, physiological, and cognitive perspectives are included. Psychological factors influencing the perception of depth, form, movement, color and illusions. Themes include: perceptual loss, perceptual recovery, and perceptual learning.
Prerequisites: PSYC 1050 and 2500, or permission of instructor.
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PSYC 3130 - Stress and Health Psychology Hours: 3
Topics related to the mind-body connection, with particular emphasis on psychophysiology and the links between stress, health, and wellness. Exploring the physiology of stress, various body systems are reviewed, including the central and peripheral nervous systems as well as the limbic, endocrine, and immune systems, all important to understanding the burgeoning discipline of Psychoneuroimmunology. The role of psychological processes in the development and treatment of medical conditions such as heart problems, obesity, addiction, and cancer are explored. The role of self-regulation in illness prevention and health maintenance is addressed theoretically and practically as basic biofeedback and other behaviorally-based health interventions such as mindfulness meditation are considered.
Prerequisites: PSYC 1000 or 1050, and sophomore level or above.
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PSYC 3210 - Abnormal Psychology Hours: 3
Adult psychopathology, including a broad overview of various categories of mental disorders outlined in the most recent version of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM), as well as other systems for mental disorder classification. Specific categories of disorders reviewed may include: adjustment, mood, anxiety, personality, dissociative, thought, and sexual disorders. Exploring perennial trends, controversies, and issues in the field. Various theoretical paradigms purported to explain psychopathology are reviewed. Introduction to a multicultural paradigm pertaining to issues in assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of ethnicpopulations.
Prerequisites: PSYC 1000 or 1050, and sophomore level or above.
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PSYC 3410 - Human Sexuality Hours: 3
Topics in human sexuality, including the biology of sexual behavior, the sexual response cycle, sociocultural influences on sexuality, sex and reproduction, sexual deviance, and gender roles. An introduction to theoretical and applied issues in the scientific study of human sexuality. Exploring the biological, psychological, and cultural aspects of human sexuality in the context of the empirical research literature as well as students’ personal experiences and value systems. A complex and often controversial subject, human sexuality touches on deep personal feelings, beliefs, and experiences. An opportunity to examine, explore, and reflect on issues of sexuality in a safe, supportive environment. Respecting diversity of opinions and ideas, remaining open to growth and change, and seeking to understand first and making informed judgments later.
Prerequisites: PSYC 1000 or 1050.
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PSYC 3420 - Psychology of Women Hours: 3
An introduction to the scientific study of the psychology of women. Examining the lives of girls and women, including such topics as the development of gender roles, gender comparisons, media portrayals of women and work, motherhood, love relationships, women’s physical and mental health, violence against women, and women in later adulthood. Taking a multicultural perspective and considering the interaction of gender, race, and class. Emphasizing the importance of empirical research to the study of gender issues, and completing an empirical research project. Includes applied service-learning working with local agencies that serve girls and women. Acquiring an understanding of psychological theories and research related to women and what it means to be a contemporary woman in the United States and in other countries.
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PSYC 3500 - Research Methods II Hours: 3
Builds upon the foundations established in Research Methods I. Designing a true experimental manipulation of choice. Computer based studies may be designed and implemented, but data collection must take place in controlled environs. Conducting a thorough review of the literature in a field, collecting data, analyzing data using available statistical packages, writing a final report, and preparing an oral presentation. Presentations will be submitted to OUPRC, a statewide undergraduate psychology conference.
Prerequisites: C- or better in PSYC 2500.
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PSYC 3510 - Assessment Hours: 3
An introduction to the basic theory and practice of psychological testing and assessment. The basic principles of test construction and evaluation, and the application of these principles to intelligence and educational testing. Attempting to answer questions such as: What is the purpose of psychological assessment? What makes a test good? How can tests and testing be abused? Who decides what and whom to test? Are psychological constructs such as intelligence really measurable? The theory and practice of personality, clinical, neuropsychological, and workplace assessment. The theory, methods and uses of clinical assessment and acquiring a basic understanding of the methods and purpose of neuropsychological testing. Attempting to answer questions such as: Is there such thing as personality? If so, can it be assessed usefully? What is the purpose of personality assessment? How can personality tests and testing be abused? Gaining an appreciation of both the challenge and the promise of psychological testing to become better consumers of tests, test interpretations, and information about testing.
Prerequisites: PSYC 1050 and 1060.
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PSYC 3610 - Cognitive Psychology Hours: 3
An introduction to the psychological study of mental processes. Exploring critical concepts, theories, paradoxes, and applications involved in the study of the mind. Topics include the interface between perception and cognition, consciousness, learning, memory, self, language, cognitive therapies, the interplay between cognitive and social processes, representation of knowledge, and artificial intelligence.
Prerequisites: PSYC 2500 or permission of instructor.
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PSYC 3710 - Seminar Hours: 4
Topics in research psychology that have produced significant findings in the past decade, especially in the areas of cognitive, perceptual, physiological, social, developmental, health, and environmental psychology. Possible topics may include: gender and close relationships, disaster psychology, and the self.
Prerequisites: PSYC 2500, or permission of instructor.
Notes: Repeatable to a maximum of 8 hours.
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PSYC 3720 - Industrial and Organizational Psychology Hours: 3
Industrial/organizational psychologists study human behavior as it occurs in work settings, however, there are many separate areas of specialization. An overview of the many areas of I/O Psychology. Understanding both the science and the practice (application) of industrial/organizational psychology. Considering the role of industrial/organizational psychology in the ever-changing workplace of today and the future. Topics covered include, but are not limited to: personnel assessment, performance appraisal, work motivation, employee attitude assessment, leadership, group processes in the workplace, stress in the workplace, and multicultural and globalization issues.
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PSYC 3900 - Independent Study Hours: 0.25-4
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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PSYC 4000 - History and Systems in Psychology Hours: 3
The history of psychology along with the major themes and movements that have emerged and influenced the development of the field. Topics include: the physiological and philosophical origins of scientific psychology, the rise of dynamic psychology, early experimental and quantitative psychology, the structuralism/functionalism debate, animal learning and the origins of behaviorism, World War I and mental testing, neobehaviorism, the influence of Gestalt psychology, and World War II and the cognitive revolution. An integrative perspective on the varied coursework of the Psychology major.
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PSYC 4210 - Developmental Psychopathology Hours: 3
A consideration of what happens when development goes awry. Understanding and defining psychological problems in light of typical development during childhood and adolescence. Developmental delays and behavioral, learning, and emotional problems in childhood and adolescence. Through the examination of theoretical models, hypothesized causes, symptom configuration, and common treatments, an introduction to the many ways in which development can be adversely affected and corrected.
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PSYC 4220 - Psychotherapy Hours: 3
The main psychological theories and their attendant therapeutic modalities that aim to understand and reduce human suffering and mental illness. Select traditional and contemporary theories and therapeutic approaches are reviewed. The role of a-theoretical, nonspecific curative factors, associated with psycho-emotional healing are explored. Exploring the concepts of ‘treatment plan’ and ‘case conceptualization’ and their role in turning theory into therapy. Development of basic communication skills and experimentation with select psychotherapy techniques and/or interventions are emphasized. Issues and practices relevant to conducting psychotherapy with members of diverse populations as well as ethical considerations and requirements for therapists.
Prerequisites: PSYC 2330 and junior standing or above.
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PSYC 4510 - Research Practicum Hours: 3
A focused experience in one research area of psychology. Provides experience in all aspects of research, including expertise in the relevant literature, research design, data analysis, and writing for publication.
Prerequisites: PSYC 2500 and permission of instructor.
Notes: Repeatable to a maximum of 6 hours.
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PSYC 4900 - Internship Hours: 1-16
Supervised experience in a cooperating agency or institution. Particular internships are designed with regard to the skills of the student and depend on the willingness of a faculty member to work with and supervise qualified and highly motivated students toward such placements.
Prerequisites: Junior level or above and appropriate coursework.
Notes: This course is repeatable.
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PUBH 1300 - Professional Development I: Foundations of Public Health Education Hours: 1
Educates first-year or first-time declared Public Health Education majors about the field and profession. The background and history of health educators will be explored, along with discussions about the associations, organizations, settings, and future trends for public health educators. The student will also learn about the entry-level public health educator’s responsibilities, competencies, and skills.
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PUBH 1500 - Public Health Nutrition and Sustainability Hours: 3
Evaluates nutrition needs of potentially high-risk populations and implements a program to address these needs. Investigates concerns and trends in public health nutrition including differentiating between programs and policies and the responsibilities of public and private sectors. Exploring the food system as both the problem and answer to enhancing public health nutrition and environmental sustainability.
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PUBH 1700 - Public Health and Society Hours: 3
3 Health issues related to the public’s health. Topics may include, but are not limited to: maternal child health, environmental health, health disparities, physical inactivity, nutrition and tobacco use. Appropriate responses to problems related to these same health issues. Critically assessing issues related to the public’s health.
SP Sem.
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PUBH 2400 - Public Health Epidemiology Hours: 3
The study (scientific, systematic, and data-driven) of the distribution (frequency, pattern) and determinants (causes, risk factors) of healthrelated states and events (not just diseases) in specified populations (neighborhood, school, city, state, country, global) (CDC, 2011). Principles of the epidemiologic method including problem solving. Various study designs are discussed, including prospective and retrospective studies, analytical, and experimental methods.
SP Sem.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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PUBH 3200 - Global Health Hours: 3
This course examines the historical, economic, political, and social factors that shape the unequal distribution of health and burden of disease between global north and global south countries and between socioeconomic groups within countries. It further explores the worldwide impacts of globalization on health, infectious and chronic disease, availability of healthcare, health outcomes and proposed interventions. Students learn about and apply global development and global health theories to major global health topics such as environmental health, food security, indigenous health, refugee and migrant health, addiction, war and violence, HIV/AIDS and STDs, maternal and child health, and health impacts of climate change with special attention to how these matters intersect with economic, political, social, and cultural forces.
Notes: Cross-listed with SOCL 3200.
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PUBH 3500 - Health Education Program Planning and Evaluation - Writing Intensive Hours: 3
Understanding and applying health education skills associated with population needs assessment, program planning, implementation and evaluation of health education/wellness programs in a variety of settings. Includes several community planning models, theories, and strategies within the context of the socio-ecological perspective. Foundations of the health education profession, including interpretation of research and ethical considerations are emphasized. A service learning component provides an opportunity to apply assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation skills in an educational setting within the community.
FA Sem.
Prerequisites: PUBH 1700 or HLED 1400, and Jr standing or above.
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PUBH 3900 - Independent Study in Health Education Hours: 1-5
An opportunity to work independently in learning beyond the required program of study. Registration for such work is in collaboration with the academic advisor.
Prerequisites: Sophomore standing or above, and permission of the instructor.
Notes: This course is repeatable.
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PUBH 4000 - Public Health Education Methods and Special Topics Hours: 3
An introduction to resource materials and methods appropriate for public health education. Includes the skills needed to become effective public health educators, including policy development, advocacy, coalition building, grant writing, cultural competency, fund raising, and community health assessment. Various mediums of instruction in direct application to public health programs.
FA Sem.
Prerequisites: PUBH 3500.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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PUBH 4300 - Professional Development II: Transition to the Profession
Prepares the Public Health Education student for the Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) exam and life after college. Topics covered include job preparation analysis, 30-sec. elevator speech, CHES study sessions, and interview practice sessions.
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PUBH 4901 - Internship in Health Education - Writing Intensive Hours: 6-9
An opportunity to apply all or most of the seven health education areas of responsibility in a dedicated, 168-378 hour culminating experience with a public health agency or organization. All seven areas of responsibility and related competencies for NCHEC may potentially be applied.
FA, SP Sems.
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SLD 2000 - The Helping Relationship Hours: 1
Designed for those who are applying to be a Resident Assistant. Topics include social issues, communication, mediation, diversity, and counseling skills. Active participation and a willingness to examine one’s own values and leadership style are required. Practical based opportunities to learn about community development, helping skills, social issues/justice, and much more, to become a well-developed student leader.
Prerequisites: Instructor permission.
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SLD 2200 - The Peer Mentor Experience Hours: 1
Peer Mentors in the First Year Experience program. First year student transitions, support resources on campus, and how to successfully connect and coach peers to success. Serving as resources and connections to First Year Seminar instructors and assisting in the implementation of co-curricular programming.
Prerequisites: Instructor permission.
Notes: This course is repeatable.
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SLD 2300 - Serve the City Practicum: The Role of the Citizen Scholar Hours: 1-4
Local community issues (for example: hunger, immigration, poverty, environmental degradation, and human inequalities) through a social justice lens. Explore our own responsibility as both a citizen and a scholar. Topics of exploration include: decreasing social capital, the soul of a citizen, the call for service, and civic engagement. Actively participating in the community through servicelearning residencies at local schools, non-profits, and government agencies. Training in advocacy, leadership, community-organizing, and crosscultural skills, prior to moving into the non-profit sector. Promotes critical thinking, problem-solving, and the development of civic competencies, advocacy skills, and a renewed sense social responsibility.
Notes: This course is repeatable.
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SLD 2500 - Guiding the New Student Transition Hours: 2
Designed for those who will be serving as orientation leaders. Topics include: communication, student development theory, diversity, personal leadership, personal strengths and values. Active participation and a willingness to examine one’s own values and leadership style are required.
Prerequisites: Instructor permission.
Notes: This course is repeatable.
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SLD 2600 - Professional Development for STEM Scholars Hours: 0.5
Intended for STEM students participating in the Cardinal Science Scholar or Opportunity Scholarship Programs. Promotes a sense of self-awareness and social belonging, self-efficacy, and the adoption of a growth mind-set that enhances success in STEM. Topics will also include resources to aid in the transition from high school to university; tools for establishing a strong academic foundation; introduction to undergraduate research and internship experiences; learning strategies for success in STEM courses, technical writing and communication skills; guest speakers and field trips; networking among STEM students and faculty on campus; career exploration and professional development.
Prerequisites: Open to Cardinal Science or Opportunity Scholars majoring in STEM.
Notes: Repeatable to a maximum of 4 hours.
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SLD 3900 - Independent Study Hours: 1-5
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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SLD 4900 - Internship Hours: 0-5
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SMGT 1400 - Sport Law Hours: 3
Legal aspects related to the sport and recreation environments. Areas of study include: constitutional law, legislative enactments, case laws related to sport and the administration of sport programs, contracts, labor agreements, product liability, tort law, and risk management. Awareness of the rights of participants, athletes, coaches, managers, referees, and others engaged in amateur and professional sport. Case studies based on court decisions are identified and discussed. Thinking critically and framing persuasive written and verbal arguments by applying case law to factual settings.
SP Sem.
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SMGT 1800 - Professional Perspectives in Sport Management Hours: 3
An introduction and orientation to the academic and professional field of sport management. A realistic glimpse into the challenges and opportunities that exist within the diverse world of sport and sport-related organizations. Historical and current trends in the field, as well as sport facility and event management, sport marketing and promotion, sport finance and economics, sport sociology and psychology, communication and sport media, professional, collegiate, and international sport, ethics in sport and sport-related governing bodies are examined. Development of networking skills and partaking in experiential learning exercises.
FA Sem.
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SMGT 2450 - Sociology of Sport - Writing Intensive Hours: 3
An introduction to the scholarship and debates surrounding contemporary issues of American sport. A critical perspective of sport as a significant social institution, and its relationship to the cultural construction and interpretation of race, gender, social class, and (dis)ability. Developing and improving critical analysis skills, understanding the historical and social context underlying the current state of American sport, and becoming more savvy sport culture critics.
FA Sem.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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SMGT 2550 - Psychology of Sport Hours: 3
The interaction between psychological variables and performance in sports and physical activity. Because the multifaceted field continues to evolve, it assumes many of its theories and concepts from general, social, personality, and positive psychology as well as exercise physiology and sport sociology. Ideal for those who wish to work in sports or with athletes in some capacity. Introduces the interdisciplinary field of sport psychology, the prevalent theories and concepts within the discipline, and practical applications to the sport and Sport Management.
SP Sem.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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SMGT 2600 - Global Perspectives in Sport Hours: 3
The international sport environment from a U.S.- based perspective. The international aspects of American sport, and sport outside of the United States. An overview of sport throughout the world, including sports and sport events/competitions, governance, key organizations and actors, management, business and financial elements, marketing, key trends and topics, and cultural significance.
FA Sem.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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SMGT 2700 - Sport and Film Hours: 3
Focuses on the presence and meaning of sport in film and sport films in US and global contexts. Students will develop their media literacy skills as they consider what particular films tell us about sport, ourselves, and US culture at particular historical moments.
Prerequisites: SMGT 2450 recommended, but not required.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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SMGT 2900 - Practicum in Sport Management Hours: 3
Combined with field experience, provides an opportunity to apply theories, concepts, and terminology, to practical experience in the field of sport management. Completion of 120 hours in a combined classroom and sport industry setting. A mentor and colleagues assist in lessons of management, leadership, decision making, communication, customer service, etc. Developing as a future professional in the field.
FA, SP Sems.
Prerequisites: SMGT 1800.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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SMGT 3550 - Finance and Economics of Sport Hours: 3
Financial concepts and theories and their application in the professional, collegiate, recreational and commercial sport industries. Topics include revenue and expenses of professional, collegiate, and private sport industries; issues affecting these revenues and expenses; merchandising and fundraising at the intercollegiate level; ownership in sport, and public and private funding for non-profit sports programs. How economic theory applies to sport and recreation, and topics such as cost and market structures of professional sport, the economics of stadiums and arenas, and the economic impact of sport teams on a local economy.
FA Sem.
Prerequisites: SMGT 1800.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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SMGT 3850 - Sport Marketing - Writing Intensive Hours: 3
The application of marketing principles and practices to the sport industry. Theoretical and practical applications of marketing professional and collegiate sports are examined. Marketing sport, both as a spectator and participatory activity. Exploring the marketing process relative to sports in collegiate, recreational, commercial, and professional environments. Topics include: SWOT analysis, market research techniques, identifying target markets and market segmentation, distribution, packaging, promotional developments and strategies, positioning, pricing, and advertising. Unique aspects of sport marketing, applying marketing concepts to sport as a product, and the promotion of sports activities. Understanding sport consumer behavior, sponsorship, licensing, and mediarelations.
SP Sem.
Prerequisites: SMGT 1800.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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SMGT 3900 - Independent Study Hours: 1-3
An opportunity to engage in a minimum of 120 hours of non-classroom learning and/or career exploration under the supervision of a qualified individual. Critically analyzing and evaluating practical experiences in light of coursework and career plans.
Prerequisites: SMGT 1800 and instructor permission.
Notes: This course is repeatable. This course has an additional fee.
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SMGT 3920 - Event Planning Hours: 1-2
An introduction to special event planning, processes, and management practices. Developing the skills necessary to manage virtually any aspect of a sporting or special event, including contingency plans, logistics, working with vendors, financing, ticketing and admissions, seating design and controls, sponsor and supplier agreements, risk management and insurance, marketing events and licensed merchandise, finding sponsorships, working with governmental agencies, scheduling, and evaluation. Includes actual, hands-on experience volunteering at sport, fitness, or recreational-related events, and are directly involved with planning, organizing, managing, and evaluating a special event.
Prerequisites: SMGT 1800.
Notes: FA (1 credit hr), SP Sems (2 credit hrs). Repeatable to a maximum of 3 hours. This course has an additional fee.
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SMGT 3930 - Sport Facility Design and Management Hours: 3
The knowledge, understanding, and competence required for the management of a sport, fitness, recreation, or public assembly facility (including auditoriums, convention centers, high school and college arenas and stadiums; bowling alleys, health clubs, sportsplexes, parks, race tracks, speedways, natatoriums, etc.). The elements of planning, designing, constructing, equipping, operating, staffing, scheduling, financing, marketing, and managing a facility. Examining functions related to maintenance, security, risk management, concessions, merchandising, and evaluation. Problem solving through discussions, case studies, interviews with facility management professionals, and facility site visitations as feasible
FA Sem.
Prerequisites: SMGT 1800.
Notes: This course has an additional fee.
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SMGT 4800 - Leadership and Ethics Hours: 3
A reflective study of the underlying principles and the nature of sport as it relates to the issues and trends of contemporary sport in our culture. Reading intensive with a focus on ethics and exploring current topics in management applicable to careers as (sport) managers. Topics include ethics, leadership, decision-making, business philosophy, civility in the workplace, and career fulfillment, etc. A capstone of personal professional development.
SP Sem.
Prerequisites: SMGT 1800.
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SMGT 4900 - Sport Management Internship Hours: 6
A culminating field that includes full-time work for a minimum of 14 weeks with a site supervisor in an approved sport-related business organization. Exposure to organizational structures and functions, gaining additional work experience, the enhancement of employability skills, etc. 240 supervised hours of well-planned and organized practical experience in an area of career interest. A written proposal and approval by an HSS Department faculty member are required. Internships are available in recreation, athletics, corporate fitness centers, athletic clubs, professional sports, country clubs, etc. Applications are required one term in advance of the internship. Obtain the Sport Management Internship Guidelines Manual for additional information.
Prerequisites: SMGT 2900.
Notes: Repeatable to a maximum of 16 hours.
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SOCL 1000 - Introductory Sociology Hours: 3
An introduction to sociology presenting basic concepts such as structure, culture and the organization of societies. The interaction of major social institutions such as family, education, politics, religion, economy and work, and health and medicine. The presence of inequality in class, race, gender, age and sexual orientation is considered. Sociological theories, research methods and critical analysis of domestic and global society are included.
Notes: Cross-listed with INST 2015.
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SOCL 2040 - Sociology of Gender Hours: 3
The social institutions and cultural norms governing gender relations. Structural inequalities informed by gender, as well as forms of sexism, are reviewed in a variety of cultural and social groups, with a special emphasis on the unequal consequences of gendered social expectations. Examining the changing roles of gender and sexuality in major institutions such as education, media, government, politics, religion, the economy, and family life. Guest speakers, films, research, and theory are included.
Notes: Eligible to be taken as pass/fail.
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SOCL 2050 - The Criminal Justice System Hours: 3
An introduction to the complex realities of the modern American criminal justice system. Focuses on similarities among the wide variety of local, state, and federal justice systems, and illustrates some of the differences, paying special attention to the role of class and race in the operations of these systems. Comparison with justice systems around the world, using recent cases, readings, discussions, and direct experience. Outside-ofclass experiences are required.
Prerequisites: SOCL 1000.
Notes: Eligible to be taken as pass/fail.
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SOCL 2060 - Environmental Sociology Hours: 3
How cultures and societies influence, and in turn are shaped, by the natural environment. Examines the natural environment as it relates nationally and globally to culture, societal organization, and social, economic and political policies. Includes the integration of course topics in collaborative local projects to advance sustainability in the community.
Notes: Eligible to be taken as pass/fail.
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SOCL 2900 - Introduction to Social Justice Studies Hours: 3
We live in a world of rising global insecurity, enduring wars, unprecedented environmental degradation, increasing human rights concerns, and intensifying inequality. Nations, multinational corporations, communities and groups variously struggle to cope with and address these problems. Amidst this upheaval, the global study of social justice and non-violence is proliferating. Exploring the theoretical underpinnings of justice studies as well as analyzing the social action, and reaction, it influences worldwide. Past and current research, and practice, on critical and effective approaches to social justice and advocacy. Systemic barriers and challenges to social justice, organizational and community development, and human rights and social justice strategy frameworks. May include guest speakers, service learning, team projects and/or fieldwork.
Notes: Eligible to be taken as pass/fail.
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SOCL 2910 - Experimental Course Topics Hours: 1-3
Experimental course topics.
Notes: This course is repeatable.
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SOCL 3000 - Social Research Methods - Writing Intensive Hours: 3
The basic quantitative and qualitative methods used in contemporary research in social sciences. Research design, methods of data collection, sampling techniques, probability theory, data analysis, ethical issues in research, and writing the research report.
Prerequisites: SOCL 1000 and MATH 1240.
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SOCL 3020 - Sociology of Family Diversity Hours: 3
The diversity of contemporary families through an examination of relevant research and theory. The links between families and the economy, as well as changing family structures and gender patterns are analyzed. Films, speakers, and a variety of multimedia approaches may be included.
Prerequisites: SOCL 1000 or instructor permission.
Notes: Eligible to be taken as pass/fail.
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SOCL 3030 - Poverty, Wealth, & Inequality Hours: 3
Exploring the paradox that lies in the persistence of poverty in the United States, one of the wealthiest nations in the world. Reflecting on the ways in which poverty and social class in the United States are informed by other structures of inequality such as gender, race, ethnicity, sexuality, national origin, and citizenship status. Review of a number of perspectives on the ways the institutional structures that drive socioeconomic inequality impact access to resources and “life chances” for both groups and individuals. Both historical and comparative perspectives are employed to examine U.S. public policies designed to address systemic socioeconomic inequalities, such as: cash assistance, social security, unemployment insurance, parental leave, and health care policy. The various ways poverty intersects with family concerns and influences outcomes at various stages in the life cycle.
Prerequisites: Sophomore standing or above.
Notes: Eligible to be taken as pass/fail.
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SOCL 3040 - Global Social Change Hours: 3
The forces that shape global patterns and effects of social change such as globalization, environmental issues and the increasing gap between the global north and global south. Theoretical perspectives that illuminate and explain change, and the variety of global response to such change. Case studies and team service projects incorporate course topics and draw attention to the ways that global change manifests on the local level.
Prerequisites: SOCL 1000 or instructor permission.
Notes: Eligible to be taken as pass/fail.
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SOCL 3050 - Criminology Hours: 3
Types of criminal behavior, theoretical explanations of crime, victimization, and society’s responses to crime are explored.
Prerequisites: SOCL 1000, or permission of instructor. SOCL 2050 or 2070 is recommended.
Notes: Eligible to be taken as pass/fail.
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SOCL 3060 - Sociology of Race and Ethnicity Hours: 3
Racial and ethnic relations in national and global society. The unique histories of numerous cultural groups and theories, and cultural dynamics of prejudice and intergroup relations. Historical and contemporary patterns of discrimination are explored in law, education, employment, housing, health and the media.
Prerequisites: Junior standing or above, or permission of instructor.
Notes: Eligible to be taken as pass/fail.
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SOCL 3070 - Corrections Hours: 3
Theories and concepts introduced in introductory sociology, criminology, social justice and other related courses are built upon throughout an exploration of the corrections system in the broader context of the American and international criminal justice systems. The history, unfolding philosophy, institutions, institutional operations, and problems facing the American criminal justice system in a globally comparative context. Maintaining a historical, sociological perspective of the American corrections and criminal justice system in the emergent global context of corrections.
Notes: Eligible to be taken as pass/fail.
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SOCL 3100 - Human and Community Service: Organizing Across Race, Class, Gender and Age Hours: 3
Examining the varied forms and roles of non-profit organizations in preparation for work in human and community services. Organizations that represent the interests of diverse groups of people to achieve social justice and self-determination, as well as how the persistence of community based efforts creates positive change. Includes theoretical and practical components to facilitate field experience while studying critical social theory, research, and films related to community service and community activism.
Notes: Eligible to be taken as pass/fail.
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SOCL 3200 - Global Health Hours: 3
This course examines the historical, economic, political, and social factors that shape the unequal distribution of health and burden of disease between global north and global south countries and between socioeconomic groups within countries. It further explores the worldwide impacts of globalization on health, infectious and chronic disease, availability of healthcare, health outcomes and proposed interventions. Students learn about and apply global development and global health theories to major global health topics such as environmental health, food security, indigenous health, refugee and migrant health, addiction, war and violence, HIV/AIDS and STDs, maternal and child health, and health impacts of climate change with special attention to how these matters intersect with economic, political, social, and cultural forces.
Notes: Cross-listed with PUBH 3200.
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