2022-2023 University Catalog 
    
    May 15, 2024  
2022-2023 University Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Exercise Science

  
  • SER 430 - Exercise Science Internship (Exercise Science)

    12 Credit(s)

    An off-campus, hands-on experience arranged by the student with the assistance of the faculty. Activities involve the student in direct work responsibilities under the supervision of a qualified individual. An affiliation agreement must be in place before the internship begins.  Permission required.  All coursework for the major must be completed prior to starting the internship experience. Special circumstances may be considered by the instructor to allow a student to begin the internship before all courses have been completed. Internship applications must be submitted to the instructor the semester prior to registering for the internship experience. Students must have earned a 2.50 GPA overall and in the major with no major classes having a grade below a C-.  The student must complete 480 hours in an appropriate exercise science setting.


    Credits: 12.

    When Offered: Fall, spring, and summer.

    Repeatable for credit.

    Permission required.


Forensic Science

  
  • SFN 105 - Fundamentals of Criminalistics (Forensic Science)

    3 Credit(s)

    This course provides an introduction to the broad range of forensic services offered by crime labs. The student gains an understanding of the scientific basis of forensic services through a general study of biology, chemistry, physics, and statistics. Topics include processing a crime scene, trace and contact evidence, identification of body fluids, DNA analysis, drugs of abuse, bloodstain patterns, fingerprints, and firearms. The student performs selected forensic techniques in the laboratory.


    Credits: 3.

    When Offered: Fall and spring semesters and OBC session 3.

    Liberal Arts Curriculum: Satisfies the Science requirement.   

  
  • SFN 205 - Interm Bloodstain Pattern Analysis (Forensic Science)

    1 Credit(s)

    A study of laboratory, enhancement, and reconstructive techniques of bloodstain pattern analysis. The students create crime scenes and learn interpretation of bloodstain patterns including the string method. Weekly two-hour laboratory.


    Credits: 1.

    When Offered: Fall semester.

    Fee.

    Prerequisite: SFN 105 .  

  
  • SFN 300 - Criminalistics (Forensic Science)

    3 Credit(s)

    A study of the theory and practice of physical evidence analysis performed at the crime scene and in the crime lab. Topics include organic and inorganic spectroscopic techniques, microscopes, controlled substances, toxicology, serology, hairs, fibers, arson analysis, fingerprints, firearms, impressions, and toolmarks. 


    Credits: 3.

    When Offered: Spring semester.

    Prerequisites:  SCH 210 , SCH 211  and SFN 105 .  

  
  • SFN 301 - Criminalistics Laboratory (Forensic Science)

    1 Credit(s)

    Students perform fundamental laboratory techniques used by a criminalist for the collection and analysis of physical evidence.  Topics include crime scene processing, fingerprint enhancement and analysis, trace evidence analysis, microscopy, firearms, impressions, Gas chromatography, GC-MS and body fluid identification.  Mock cases are analyzed.  Students learn to maintain a chain of custody and how to write a crime lab report.  


    Credits: 1.

    When Offered: Spring semester.

    Fee.

    Writing Intensive.

    Pre or Corequisite:  SFN 300 .

  
  • SFN 316 - Forensic Molecular Biology (Forensic Science)

    4 Credit(s)

    This course provides an in-depth study of forensic molecular biology and DNA analysis. Topics include DNA extraction, quantitation, PCR, and DNA analysis methods such as capillary electrophoresis and sequencing techniques. Students learn to interpret the results of DNA analysis including mixtures and understand the probative value of this evidence.  Students complete a mock DNA case. Weekly 3-hour laboratory.


    Credits: 4.

    When Offered: Fall semester.

    Fee.

    Prerequisites: SBL 212 , SBL 213 SFN 300 , and SFN 301 .  

  
  • SFN 320 - Forensic Science in the Courtroom (Forensic Science)

    3 Credit(s)

    This course covers the legal aspects of forensic science and forensic science as it is applied to the courtroom. Topics include search warrants, establishing a chain of custody, quality control and quality assurance accreditation, the admissibility of evidence, major court decisions such as Frye and Daubert, qualifications of experts, expert testimony, and ethics. Students participate in mock trials. 


    Credits: 3.

    When Offered: Spring semester.

    Prerequisite:  SFN 316  or permission of instructor.

  
  • SFN 405 - Special Topics in Forensic Science (Forensic Science)

    0 Credit(s)

    Topics of special interest in forensic science. 


    Credits: Variable.

    When Offered: As needed.

    Fee.

    Prerequisite:  SFN 105  or permission of instructor.


French

  
  • SFR 100 - Intro to French Lang & Culture I (French)

    3 Credit(s)

    An introductory course for basic comprehension and communication in French. Includes some cultural material through the use of videos, magazines, and television. Assumes little or no prior knowledge of the language.


    Credits: 3.

    When Offered: Fall and spring semesters.

    Fee.

  
  • SFR 105 - Intro to French Lang & Culture II (French)

    3 Credit(s)

    A college-level intensive language course which emphasizes development of communicative and writing skills in French. Includes readings in cultural and literary material.


    Credits: 3.

    When Offered: Fall and spring semesters.

    Fee.

    Prerequisite:  SFR 100  or 3 years prior study of the language.

    Liberal Arts Curriculum: Satisfies the Language Study requirement. 

  
  • SFR 115 - Intensive French (French)

    3 Credit(s)

    Intensive language course which emphasizes the development of communication and writing skills in French. Study takes place in the target culture and requires extensive use of French in and out of class activities. Includes readings in cultural and literacy material.  


    Credits: 3.

    When Offered: M-term.

    Fee.

    Liberal Arts Curriculum: Satisfies the Language Study requirement.

  
  • SFR 150 - Intensive French Language & Cult I (French)

    3 Credit(s)

    An introductory course for basic comprehension and communication in French. The first of a two-part sequence, this course develops cultural sensitivity through the use of a second language and the introduction of cultural material. Assumes little or no prior knowledge of the language.


    Credits: 3.

    When Offered: OBC session 4, odd-numbered years.

    Fee.

     

     

  
  • SFR 151 - Intensive French Language & Cult II (French)

    3 Credit(s)

    The second in the two-part sequence, this course continues to help the student develop cultural sensitivity through the use of a second language and the study of cultural material. Emphasizes development of communicative and writing skills in French.


    Credits: 3.

    When Offered: OBC session 5, odd-numbered years.

    Fee.

    Prerequisite:  SFR 150 

    Liberal Arts Curriculum: Satisfies the Language Study requirement.

  
  • SFR 205 - Interm.French Language & Culture (French)

    3 Credit(s)

    Emphasis is on use of tenses, vocabulary, development of narrative skills, and proficiency-oriented problem-solving.  


    Credits: 3.

    When Offered: Fall semester.

    Fee.

    Liberal Arts Curriculum: Satisfies the Language Studies requirement.

    Prerequisite:  SFR 105  or 4 years of high-school French.

  
  • SFR 245 - French Conversation and Writing (French)

    3 Credit(s)

    Development of listening, speaking, and pronunciation skills in parallel with written preparation including intermediate grammar and situation vocabulary. Conversations center on situations of daily experience and cross-cultural differences.


    Credits: 3.

    When Offered: Spring semester.

    Fee.

    Liberal Arts Curriculum: Satisfies the Language Study requirement.

    Prerequisite:  SFR 205  or permission of instructor.  

  
  • SFR 300 - Advanced Studies in French (French)

    3 Credit(s)

    Thematic studies in institutions, civilizations, and literatures of the French-speaking world. Emphasis varies from term to term, e.g., Architecture and Art, Business in French, Francophone Film and Cultures, Global Francophone Cultures, Women’s Narratives.


    Credits: 3.

    When Offered: Spring semester, odd-numbered years.

    Fee.

    Liberal Arts Curriculum: Satisfies the Language Study requirement.

    Repeatable for credit.

  
  • SFR 330 - West & North African Lit & Clt (French)

    3 Credit(s)

    Reading of contemporary novels of Mahgreb and West Africa. Introduction to geographical and historical events, survey of African cinema, and women’s writing.  


    Credits: 3.

    When Offered: Spring semester, even-numbered years.

    Fee.

    Liberal Arts Curriculum: Satisfies the Global Perspectives requirement.

  
  • SFR 342 - Southeast Asia Literature & Culture (French)

    3 Credit(s)

    Explores the complexity of Southeast Asian cultures through the lens of twentieth and twenty-first century literature, Southeast Asian cinema, and women’s writings. Focuses on class, gender, race, and oppression; survey of geographical and historical events and context. Taught in English. 


    Credits: 3.

    When Offered: Spring semester, odd-numbered years.

    Fee.

    Liberal Arts Curriculum: Satisfies the Global Perspectives requirement.

  
  • SFR 410 - Independent Study (French)

    0 Credit(s)

    Open to students with the consent of the instructor and division chair.  


    Credits: Variable.

    Repeatable for credit.

    Permission required.

  
  • SFR 420 - Field Work (French)

    0 Credit(s)

    Applied work in French for minors. This work is supervised on-site and evaluated based on learning objectives.  


    Credits: Variable.

    Permission required.

    Repeatable for credit.

  
  • SFR 430 - Internship (French)

    0 Credit(s)

    By arrangement with faculty, the student leads drill sessions and develops exercises. 


    Credits: Variable.

    Repeatable for credit.

    Permission required.


German

  
  • SGE 100 - Ele. German Language & Culture I (German)

    3 Credit(s)

    This communication and culture-based course offers an introduction to the German language. The purpose is to develop proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing German. Course work includes pronunciation, communication, basic grammar, and introduction to German cultures. In-Class exercises are supplemented by independent work as well as Internet-based activities and other audio-visual sources.


    Credits: 3.

    When Offered: Fall semester.

    Fee.

  
  • SGE 105 - Ele. German Language & Culture II (German)

    3 Credit(s)

    Students expand and deepen their knowledge of German in class activities and through various exercises given as homework. In-class exercises are supplemented by independent work on the Internet and other audio-visual sources such as films. Instruction emphasizes each of the four modes of expression (speaking/writing) and comprehension (listening/reading). 


    Credits: 3. 

    When Offered: Spring semester.

    Fee.

    Prerequisite:  SGE 100  or 3 years prior study of the language.  

    Liberal Arts Curriculum: Satisfies the Language Study requirement.

  
  • SGE 205 - Intermed German Lang & Culture I (German)

    3 Credit(s)

    Students will create with the language, including conversing, writing, reading authentic sources, and interacting with native speech at the intermediate level. Taught in German and taught concurrently with SGE 100 .   


    Credits: 3.

    When Offered: Fall semester.  

    Fee.

    Prerequisite:  SGE 105  or 3 years prior study of the language.   

    Liberal Arts Curriculum: Satisfies the Language Study requirement.

     

  
  • SGE 210 - Intermed German Lang & Culture II (German)

    3 Credit(s)

    Students will create and narrate with the language, demonstrating the ability to communicate at the intermediate and advanced level to express themselves and resolve unexpected complications. Students will converse, write, read authentic sources, and interact with native speech at the intermediate and advanced levels. Taught in German and taught concurrently with SGE 105 .   


    Credits: 3.

    When Offered: Spring semester

    Fee.

    Prerequisite:  SGE 205  or 4 years of high-school German, or permission of instructor. 

    Liberal Arts Curriculum: Satisfies the Language Study requirement. 

     


General Studies

  
  • SGS 090 - College Success:Academ. Development (General Studies)

    2 Credit(s)

    Provides students with an orientation to academic expectations and demands of higher education. Basic skill development in reading, writing, and critical thinking; career and educational planning; and effective decision-making. Students learn how to connect to the larger campus community, make a satisfactory transition to the college experience, and enhance chances for academic success.  


    Credits: 2.

    When Offered: Summer.

    Permission required.

  
  • SGS 095 - Skills for Academic Success (General Studies)

    1 Credit(s)

    A skills-based course incorporating study skills and academic planning. Individual attention is given to the reasons for a student’s academic probationary status with self-reflection and academic planning to eliminate the probationary status. Required for, and limited to, all traditional program transfer students admitted through the Collegiate, Academic, and Personal Success (CAPS) Program and all students placed on probation for the first time.  Does not count toward credits required for graduation.


    Credits: 1.

    When Offered: Fall and spring semesters.

     

  
  • SGS 098 - Mastering College Academics I (General Studies)

    1 Credit(s)

    An introductory course in college learning skills. Required in the first semester of study for all freshman students who enter through the Opportunity Program or the Collegiate, Academic, and Personal Success (CAPS) Program.


    Credits: 1.

    When Offered: Fall and spring semesters.

  
  • SGS 099 - Mastering College Academics II (General Studies)

    1 Credit(s)

    A continuation of study skills and success habits presented in SGS 098 . Students put into practice appropriate study skills to foster success in the spring semester course work.  Required for all second-semester students who entered under the Opportunity Program. 


    Credits: 1.

    When Offered: Spring semester.

    Prerequisite:  SGS 098 .

  
  • SGS 100 - Financial Literacy 1 (General Studies)

    1 Credit(s)

    Through the use of critical thinking exercises and quantitative skills, students develop personal financial skills for making sound decision to real life financial events.  First hand application of these concepts will be put into action dealing with saving, spending, investing and protecting personal finances and credit history while taking control of their financial future.  Limited to TRIO/SSS students.  


    Credits: 1.

    When Offered:  Summer and J-Term.

    Permission required.

  
  • SGS 104 - Career and Major Exploration (General Studies)

    1 Credit(s)

    This course is designed to assist students who are undeclared or unsure about their major with the major and career exploration process. Students will explore and examine potential career options and how they relate to majors of interest in order to assist students in making an informed career and major decision.


    Credits: 1.

    When Offered: Fall and spring semesters.

    Fee.

     

  
  • SGS 105 - Mastering College Academics I (General Studies)

    1 Credit(s)

    An introductory course in college learning skills. Required in the first semester of study for all freshman students who enter through the Opportunity Program or the Collegiate, Academic, and Personal Success (CAPS) Program.


    Credits: 1.

    When Offered: Fall and spring semesters.

  
  • SGS 106 - Mastering College Academics II (General Studies)

    1 Credit(s)

    A continuation of study skills and success habits presented in SGS 105 . Students put into practice appropriate study skills to foster success in the spring semester course work.  Required for all second-semester students who entered under the Opportunity Program. 


    Credits: 1.

    When Offered: Spring semester.

    Prerequisite:  SGS 105 .

  
  • SGS 300 - Skills for Professional Success (General Studies)

    1 Credit(s)

    This course focuses the skills needed for personal and professional success.  Topics will include: career management, emotional intelligence, communication skills, professionalism and work ethic, intercultural aptitude, teamwork, leadership, digital readiness, critical thinking and problem solving, and negotiation skills.


    Credits: 1.

    When Offered: Fall and spring semesters.


Health Science

  
  • SHL 100 - Principles of Medical Care (Health Science)

    3 Credit(s)

    Provides an overview of the field of healthcare and the roles played by various healthcare practitioners. Best practices associated with patient care and healthcare delivery are emphasized. Students develop a personal perspective on their potential for a career in healthcare. For health science majors.


    Credits: 3.

    When Offered: Spring semester.

     

  
  • SHL 214 - Human Anatomy & Physiology I (Health Science)

    3 Credit(s)

    A detailed study of the structure and function of the human body. Anatomical studies include gross, histological, and cytological perspectives and are correlated with physiology. Functional studies emphasize homeostatic, regulatory, and integrative mechanisms. Pathophysiological processes are compared with normal anatomy and physiology. Course is designed to meet the requirements for clinical laboratory science, dietetics, exercise science, health science, and physician assistant.  Prerequisite:  at least one semester of college chemistry or one year of high school chemistry. 


    Credits: 3.

    When Offered: Fall semester.

    Corequisite:  SHL 215 .

     

  
  • SHL 215 - Human Anatomy & Physiology I Lab (Health Science)

    1 Credit(s)

    Designed to reinforce concepts learned in SHL 214 . Topics include: histology and the musculoskeletal and nervous systems. Lab activities include dissections of animal specimens with anatomy comparable to humans and computer-simulated physiology experiments. 


    Credits: 3.

    When Offered: Fall semester.

    Corequisite:  SHL 214 .

  
  • SHL 216 - Human Anatomy & Physiology II (Health Science)

    3 Credit(s)

    Continuation of topics begun in SHL 214 


    Credits: 3.

    When Offered: Spring semester.

    Prerequisite:  SHL 214  with a C- or better. 

    Corequisite: SHL 217 .

  
  • SHL 217 - Human Anatomy & Physiology II Lab (Health Science)

    1 Credit(s)

    Continuation of topics begun in SHL 214 , reinforcing topics covered in SHL 216 . Topics include the endocrine, cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems. Lab activities include dissections of animal specimens with anatomy comparable to humans and computer-simulated physiology experiments. 


    Credits: 1.

    When Offered: Spring semester.

    Prerequisite: SHL 215  with a C- or better. 

    Corequisite:  SHL 216 .

     

  
  • SHL 305 - Innovations in Health Science (Health Science)

    3 Credit(s)

    This course is an informative study of the topic of innovations in Health Science and their practical roles in the field of Health Science.  Students will learn to utilize scientific journals to research and write about their relationship between scientists, considerations necessary to develop an innovative treatment or therapy, exploration of current treatments and the process of developing a new product.  This course is available only to Health Science majors. 


    Credits: 3.

    When Offered: Fall semester.

    Writing Intensive.

    Prerequisites:  SHL 216  and SHL 217 .

  
  • SHL 400 - Health Science Capstone Seminar (Health Science)

    1 Credit(s)

    In this capstone seminar, students develop a written proposal that outlines the goals and objectives for the experiential learning element and arrange activities for it. They also compose an essay with supporting evidence illustrating how the Program Learning Objectives have been addressed in courses required for the major.


    Credits: 1.

    When Offered: Fall and spring semesters.

     

  
  • SHL 405 - Special Topics (Health Science)

    0 Credit(s)

    In-depth study of a specific topic in health science. 


    Credits: Variable.

    When Offered: As needed.

    Prerequisite:  SHL 214 , SHL 216 , or permission of instructor.

    Repeatable for credit.

  
  • SHL 410 - Independent Study (Health Science)

    0 Credit(s)

    Taught by arrangement with professor.  


    Credits: Variable.

    Permission required.

  
  • SHL 420 - Field Work (Health Science)

    2 Credit(s)

    Practical experience in a hospital, health agency, or other area related to health science. The work must be supervised and evaluated, and a paper submitted.  


    Credits: 2.

    When Offered: Fall and spring semesters.

    Permission required.

  
  • SHL 430 - Internship (Health Science)

    2 Credit(s)

    An intensive field learning experience with a career focus. Activities involve the student in direct work responsibilities under the supervision of a recognized professional in a particular area of health science. A contract must be developed by the student, faculty advisor, and field supervisor before the internship begins. 


    Credits: 2.

    When Offered: Fall and spring semesters.

    Prerequisite:  SHL 400 .

    Repeatable for credit.

    Permission required.

  
  • SHL 435 - Research (Health Science)

    2 Credit(s)

    Participation in laboratory or clinical research on campus, at another academic institution, or at a medical facility.  


    Credits: 2.

    When Offered: Fall and spring semesters.

    Permission required.


Honors Program

  
  • SHP 100 - Introductory Honors Seminar (Honors Program)

    1 Credit(s)

    Course is designed to provide incoming Honors students with the methods of inquiry for use in this program and the opportunity to design their capstone proposal. Includes common readings, discussion, and opportunities to meet faculty from the Honors Advisory Council.


    Credits: 1.

    When Offered: Fall semester.

  
  • SHP 300 - Designing the Honors Capstone Exper (Honors Program)

    1 Credit(s)

    In negotiation with the director of the Honors Program, students propose an experience to complete their capstone requirement, which may include a self-designed project, “travel as text” experience, or the completion of a certificate of study. The capstone experience must be documented and includes a comprehensive research component.  


    Credits: 1.

    When Offered: Fall and spring semesters.

    Sophomores and juniors only.

  
  • SHP 301 - Senior Honors Presentation (Honors Program)

    1 Credit(s)

    Honors students are required to complete a formal public presentation of their capstone experience and a reflection on the integration of their studies in honors. Presentation must address the social relevance of the capstone experience.


    Credits: 1.

    When Offered: Spring semester.

  
  • SHP 410 - Independent Study (Honors Program)

    0 Credit(s)

    By arrangement. 


    Credits: Variable.

    Permission required.


Humanities

  
  • SHU 105 - Chinese Culture & Contemp. China (Humanities)

    3 Credit(s)

    Introduces students to Chinese civilization and develops an awareness of cultural differences and similarities between Oriental and Western cultures.  


    Credits: 3.

    When Offered: Spring and Fall semesters, odd-numbered years.

    Liberal Arts Curriculum: Satisfies the Global Perspectives requirement.

     

  
  • SHU 205 - Special Topic:Genocide & Holocaust (Humanities)

    0 Credit(s)

    This course uses an interdisciplinary approach to examine specific topics related to genocide and the Holocaust.  It is offered as part of the minor in Genocide and Holocaust Studies. 


    Credits: Variable.

    When Offered:  OBC Session 4.

    Repeatable for credit.

  
  • SHU 220 - Writing the Environment (Humanities)

    3 Credit(s)

    This course studies Environmental Writing as a genre that is informed by literary and journalistic conventions and as a tool for environmental advocacy. Students examine how a writer’s choice of form and genre reflect cultural values and develop communication skills through writing on a variety of environmental issues for a range of audiences. 


    Credits: 3.

    When Offered: Spring semester, odd-numbered years.

    Liberal Arts Curriculum: Satisfies the Artistic Expression requirement.

  
  • SHU 265 - The Art of the Film (Humanities)

    3 Credit(s)

    This introductory course in film aesthetics critically examines the primary elements in the motion picture. Students learn how a film builds meaning by analyzing the diverse components that construct a movie such as editing, directing, scoring, acting, and dramatic storytelling. It familiarizes students with film genres, cinema technology, and historical movements relevant to the development of the medium.


    Credits: 3.

    When Offered: Fall semester, odd-numbered years.

    Fee.

     

  
  • SHU 320 - City Study Experience (US) (Humanities)

    0 Credit(s)

    Taking place in an urban area within the United States, this course uses the city - its people, popular and cultural material, public art, neighborhoods, and amenities - as the subject for study. Students expand their boundaries as individuals and move toward accepting responsibility as global citizens. They become sensitive to cultural differences and appreciate the cultural and social forces that shape the lives of those who share their planet.   


    Credits: Variable.

    Fee.

    Repeatable for credit.

    Liberal Arts Curriculum: Satisfies the U.S. Cultures requirement if taken for 3 credits.

    Permission required.

  
  • SHU 325 - City Study Experience (Abroad) (Humanities)

    0 Credit(s)

    Taking place in an urban area outside of the US, Canada, or Western Europe, this course uses the city - its people, popular and cultural material, public art, neighborhoods, and amenities - as the subject for study. Students expand their boundaries as individuals and move toward accepting responsibility as global citizens. They become sensitive to cultural differences and appreciate the cultural and social forces that shape the lives of those who share their planet.   


    Credits: Variable.

    Fee.

    Repeatable for credit.

    Liberal Arts Curriculum: Satisfies the Global Perspectives requirement if taken for 3 credits.

    Permission required.

  
  • SHU 326 - City Study Experience I (Humanities)

    0 Credit(s)

    Taking place in an urban area in Western Europe or Canada, this course uses the city - its people, popular and cultural material, public art, neighborhoods, and amenities - as the subject for study. Students will expand their boundaries as individuals and move toward accepting responsibility as global citizens. They will become sensitive to cultural differences and appreciate the cultural and social forces that shape the lives of those who share their planet.  


    Credits: Variable.

    Fee.

    Repeatable for credit.

    Liberal Arts Curriculum: Satisfies the Western Cultures I requirement if taken for 3 credits.

    Permission Required.

  
  • SHU 327 - City Study Experience II (Humanities)

    0 Credit(s)

    Taking place in an urban area in Western Europe or Canada, this course uses the city - its people, popular and cultural material, public art, neighborhoods, and amenities - as the subject for study.  Students will expand their boundaries as individuals and move toward accepting responsibility as global citizens.  They will become sensitive to cultural differences and appreciate the cultural and social forces that shape the lives of those who share their planet. This course examines cultural, social, and political developments in Europe from 1600 to the present.  


    Credits: Variable.

    Fee.

    Repeatable for credit.

    Liberal Arts Curriculum: Satisfies the Western Cultures II if taken for 3 credits. 

    Permission Required.

  
  • SHU 330 - Global Topics (Humanities)

    3 Credit(s)

    Investigates interesting and specialized topics in one of the cultures of the world outside the U.S. and Western Europe.  


    Credits: 3.

    When Offered: As needed.

    Fee.

    Repeatable for credit.

    Liberal Arts Curriculum: Satisfies the Global Perspectives requirement.

  
  • SHU 365 - Topics: Film Studies (Humanities)

    3 Credit(s)

    This course covers diverse issues and topics related to the cinema while emphasizing advanced research writing in the humanities. Topical focus could include: film genres (e.g.,”The Western”,”The Documentary”), cinematic history (e.g.,”Films of the Silent Era”), international movements (e.g.,”The French New Wave”), directors (e.g., “Hitchcock”), or particular thematic or theoretical studies relevant to the humanities (e.g., “Literary Adaptations”,”War in Film”). 


    Credits: 3.

    When Offered: Spring semester, even-numbered years.

    Fee.

    Prerequisite:  SEL 106  or SEL 107 .

    Repeatable for credit.

  
  • SHU 370 - Slavery, Racism, & Amer Capitalism (Humanities)

    3 Credit(s)

  
  • SHU 410 - Independent Study (Humanities)

    0 Credit(s)

    By arrangement.  


    Credits: Variable

    Repeatable for credit.

    Permission required.

  
  • SHU 430 - Internship (Humanities)

    0 Credit(s)

    By arrangement.  


    Credits: Variable.

    Repeatable for credit.

    Permission required.

  
  • SHU 505 - Special Topic: Genocide & Holocaust (Humanities)

    0 Credit(s)

    This course uses an interdisciplinary approach to examine specific topics related to genocide and the Holocaust.  It is offered as part of the graduate Certificate in Genocide and Holocaust Studies.  


    Credits: Variable.

    When Offered: OBC Session 4. 

    Repeatable for credit.

  
  • SHU 710 - Independent Study (Humanities)

    3 Credit(s)

    This course provides the opportunity to do significant independent research on a topic in the field of Holocaust and genocide studies. Research is guided by an appropriate faculty member.  


    Credits: 3.

    Repeatable for credit.

    Permission required.

  
  • SHU 800 - Seminar Genocide/Holocaust Studies (Humanities)

    3 Credit(s)

    This course offers an opportunity for graduate students in Genocide and Holocaust Studies to participate in intensive seminars, workshops or conferences, both in the United States and abroad.  


    Credits: 3.

    When Offered: As needed.

    Repeatable for credit.

    Permission required.

  
  • SHU 910 - Research in Genocide & Holocaust (Humanities)

    3 Credit(s)

    Provides opportunity to do significant research on a topic in the field of genocide and Holocaust studies. Research is guided by an appropriate faculty member. 


    Credits: 3.

    When Offered: Fall and spring semesters.

    Offered online.

    Prerequisite:  SSO 506 .

    Repeatable for credit.

    Permission Required.


History

  
  • SHY 103 - Introduction to American History (History)

    3 Credit(s)

    This course introduces students to major themes in American history such as cultural diversity, democracy, and economic growth. Also covers historical analysis, research methods, and a variety of social studies disciplines as they are used in history.


    Credits: 3.

    When Offered: Fall semester.

  
  • SHY 106 - Historical & Political Geography (History)

    3 Credit(s)

    An introduction to geographic thought with emphasis on the importance of geographical factors in history and politics.


    Credits: 3.

    When Offered: Spring semester.

    Fee.

  
  • SHY 112 - PA History, Government, and Geog (History)

    3 Credit(s)

    An overview of the social, cultural, and political development of Pennsylvania. Studies the cultures of pre-European Pennsylvania, European colonization, and the growth of the colony and the commonwealth. Includes attention to the reciprocal influences of physical terrain, natural resources, and economic development.


    Credits: 3.

    When Offered: Fall semester, odd-numbered years.

     

  
  • SHY 120 - Ancient World (History)

    3 Credit(s)

    Introduction to critical thinking and research skills related to historical inquiry through the lens of the study of the ancient past. Study of ancient societies in the Near East and Europe and the major themes and questions related to them, emphasizing the development of social groups, gender expectations and perceptions, early economies, political organization, and all aspects of developing culture. 


    Credits: 3.

    When Offered: Fall semester.

    Liberal Arts Curriculum: In combination with SHY 226 , counts toward ancient Western Cultures requirement (SLA 200 ). 

  
  • SHY 206 - Era of Civil War & Reconstruction (History)

    3 Credit(s)

    Examines the causes of the Civil War and the war itself, and concludes with the Reconstruction era.


    Credits: 3.

    When Offered: Spring semester, odd-numbered years.

  
  • SHY 211 - Issues in Western Society I (History)

    3 Credit(s)

    What do we mean by “Western”?  What do we mean by “society”?  This course will explore the foundations of Western heritage by examining geography, visual and written artifacts, and sources from the very beginning of human civilization.  Learners will explore the issues in Western history that defined Western culture: gender, social and economic standing, religions in its varieties, the importance of new technologies, communication, and the need for state-building and law.  


    Credits: 3.

    When Offered: Fall semester.

    Liberal Arts Curriculum: Counts toward the Western Cultures requirement.

  
  • SHY 212 - Issues in Western Society II (History)

    3 Credit(s)

    Theoretical and technological changes that begin in the 1600s will, by the early 1800s, lead to a society that embraces industrial output, participates in revolutions and world wars, and finds a new equilibrium by the early twenty-first century.  Study will continue to focus on issues of gender, class, race, and religion through an examination of primary and secondary readings and writing assignments from approximately 1600 to the present.  


    Credits: 3.

    When Offered: Spring semester.

    Liberal Arts Curriculum: Counts toward the Western Cultures requirement.

  
  • SHY 220 - History of Western Medicine I (History)

    3 Credit(s)

    Explores medical traditions of the West from ancient times to 1700. Focus is on major themes of health and disease, the mind and body, and concepts of wellness and illness. The roles of women and the underprivileged are a chief concept.  


    Credits: 3.

    When Offered: Fall semester, even-numbered years.

    Liberal Arts Curriculum: Counts toward the Western Cultures requirement.

  
  • SHY 221 - History of Western Medicine II (History)

    3 Credit(s)

    Surveys medical traditions of the West beginning with the end of the scientific revolution and the enlightenment and ending with the start of the twenty-first century. Explores conflicts which arose within society and medical practices as the professionalization of medicine developed. Examines how societal changes influenced content and delivery of medical care and how the medical profession’s view of disease and wellness have influenced modern society. The roles of women and the underprivileged are a chief concept.  


    Credits: 3.

    When Offered: Spring semester, odd-numbered years.

    Liberal Arts Curriculum: Counts toward the Western Culture requirement.

  
  • SHY 225 - World War II (History)

    3 Credit(s)

    World War II transformed all world relationships in just over a decade. This course traces the rise of prewar tensions and of expansionistic pressures, followed by in-depth discussion of the political, social, and military consequences of war. The course gives particular attention to state violence against civilians, especially the Holocaust or German-instigated murder of European Jews.


    Credits: 3.

    When Offered: Fall semester.

    Offered online.

  
  • SHY 226 - Medieval Europe (History)

    3 Credit(s)

    Survey of the history and culture of the West beginning with the fall of the western Roman empire to the Renaissance (c. 400-1400). Explores the development of society, economics, and culture with additional emphasis on issues related to gender and religious life. Students develop their research, writing, and critical thinking skills through materials and student/teacher interaction. 


    Credits: 3.

    When Offered: Spring semester.

    Liberal Arts Curriculum: In combination with SHY 120 , counts toward ancient Western Cultures requirement (SLA 200 ). 

  
  • SHY 300 - Non-Western Medical Traditions (History)

    3 Credit(s)

    Explores the medical traditions of three non-Western societies (Chinese, Indian/Hindu, Islamic/Arabic). Offers perspectives into traditions of healing, wellness, and the body. These traditions reveal much about their societies as well as the impact of these traditions on culture and history of their regions. The connection between spirituality and the body, the holistic view of medicine, and societal roles with the reality of privilege and non-privilege are major themes.  


    Credits: 3.

    When Offered: Fall semester.

    Liberal Arts Curriculum: Satisfies the Global Perspectives requirement.

  
  • SHY 307 - African History and Culture (History)

    3 Credit(s)

    An overview of the cultural, political, and economic history of the African continent.  


    Credits: 3.

    When Offered: Fall semester, odd-numbered years.

    Liberal Arts Curriculum: Satisfies the Global Perspectives requirement.

  
  • SHY 311 - Russian and Soviet History (History)

    3 Credit(s)

    Survey begins with Peter the Great and continues through the break-up of the Soviet Union. Emphasis on research and writing.  


    Credits: 3.

    When Offered: Spring semester.

    Liberal Arts Curriculum: Satisfies the Global Perspectives requirement.

  
  • SHY 312 - Mexican Civilization & Culture (History)

    3 Credit(s)

    Traces the development of Mexican society and culture from pre-Colombian times to the present. Presents both a chronological and a thematic approach, dealing especially with the clash of cultures in Mexican history.  


    Credits: 3.

    When Offered: J-term.

    Fee.

    Liberal Arts Curriculum: Satisfies the Global Perspectives requirement.

  
  • SHY 315 - Modern Britain, 1500 to Present (History)

    3 Credit(s)

    An examination of the political, social, economic, and religious conditions which gave rise to the development of parliamentary government and England’s emergence as a world power. Emphasis on research and writing.


    Credits: 3.

    When Offered: Fall semester, even-numbered years.

  
  • SHY 325 - Early Modern Europe (History)

    3 Credit(s)

    After the disaster of the Black Death, Europe recovered but also reformed itself. The major developments of this period included the recovery of ancient learning and new artistic expression, division in Western Christianity, the growing power of the state, and the expansion of Europe as part of a new world system. This course examines the lives of ordinary Europeans as well as rulers.  


    Credits: 3.

    When Offered: Fall semester.

    Prerequisite:  SHY 106 .

    Liberal Arts Curriculum: In combination with SHY 327 , counts toward modern Western Cultures requirement (SLA 201 ).

  
  • SHY 327 - Modern Europe (History)

    3 Credit(s)

    Explores the major themes and questions in Europe from the French Revolutionary period to the twenty-first century. The roles of gender and class and the relationship of evolving culture to society are key connections.  


    Credits: 3.

    When Offered: Spring semester.

    Prerequisite:  SHY 325 .

    Liberal Arts Curriculum: In combination with SHY 325 , counts toward modern Western Cultures requirement (SLA 201 ).

  
  • SHY 330 - Sports in America (History)

    3 Credit(s)

    Investigates the development of sports from diverse forms of games and play in American society. Emphasis in this course is on the emergence of college and professional sports during the 20th century, with attention to the growing popularity of sports at all levels and to professionalization in sports.  


    Credits: 3.

    When Offered: Fall, spring, and summer.

    Liberal Arts Curriculum: Satisfies the U.S. Cultures requirement.

  
  • SHY 335 - The New Nation (History)

    3 Credit(s)

    Covers American and early United States history from the Revolutionary era through the Era of Good Feelings (1763 to 1820). The course explores the formation of and challenges to constitutional government, including the growth of republicanism, federalism, and Jeffersonian democracy. Regional and cultural conflicts are central themes of this course.  


    Credits: 3.

    When Offered: Fall semester.

    Prerequisite:  SEL 106 , SEL 107 , or SHY 103 .

    Liberal Arts Curriculum: Satisfies the U.S. Cultures requirement.

  
  • SHY 336 - Gilded Age & Progress Era 1877-1920 (History)

    3 Credit(s)

    During the Gilded Age and Progressive Eras (1877-1920) the United States recovered from the sectional strife of civil war only to face the demands of rapid industrialization and class division. Robber barons, populists, reformers, labor radicals, and street urchins all make appearances in this period. Course approaches the era topically, with short assignments designed to encourage historical thinking and information fluency.  


    Credits: 3.

    When Offered: Spring semester, OBC session 3.

    Prerequisite:  SHY 103  or SLA 201 .

    Liberal Arts Curriculum: Satisfies the U.S. Cultures requirement.   

  
  • SHY 337 - The U.S. Civil Rights Movement (History)

    3 Credit(s)

    A survey of the politics, events, and individuals involved in the Civil Rights Movement in the United States, focusing on the post-World War II era. May be taken as a political science elective.   


    Credits: 3.

    When Offered: Spring semester, odd-numbered years.

    Upper-level students only.

    Liberal Arts Curriculum: Satisfies the U.S. Cultures requirement.

  
  • SHY 340 - The Middle East (History)

    3 Credit(s)

    This course focuses on the multifaceted dimensions of the modern Middle East, beginning with a historical overview of the ancient and medieval periods preceding it. The course examines the complex religious, cultural, and economic characteristics of the three major regions of the Middle East, and researches the roots of Middle Eastern tensions today.  


    Credits: 3.

    When Offered: As needed.

    Liberal Arts Curriculum: Satisfies the Global Perspectives requirement.

  
  • SHY 345 - Modern Latin America (History)

    3 Credit(s)

    Surveys the political, economic, social, and cultural development of Latin America from the beginning of the independence period to the present.  


    Credits: 3.

    When Offered: Spring semester.

    Fee.

    Liberal Arts Curriculum: Satisfies the Global Perspectives requirement.

     

  
  • SHY 390 - Special Topics in History (History)

    3 Credit(s)

    Explores various topics in history, such as African American History and Topics in Women’s History.


     Credits: 3.

     When Offered: Spring semester, odd-numbered years.

     Repeatable for credit. 

     Fee may be assessed for specific topics.

     Writing Intensive.

  
  • SHY 391 - Topics in 20th Century US History (History)

    3 Credit(s)

    This course explores a variety of selected topics in American history, from the era of Progressivism to the present day. Students explore topics or time periods in depth, master interpretations of the topic or era, and use primary sources and historical works to carry out guided research.  


    Credits: 3.

    When Offered: As needed.

    Prerequisite:  SHY 103  or SLA 201 .

    Repeatable for credit.

    Liberal Arts Curriculum: Satisfies the U.S. Cultures requirement.

  
  • SHY 392 - Topics in European History (History)

    3 Credit(s)

    This course explores a variety of selected topics in European history. Students explore topics or time periods in depth. They master interpretations of the topic or era and use primary sources and historical works to carry out guided research. 


    Credits: 3.

    When Offered: As needed.

    Prerequisites:  SLA 200  and SLA 201 .

    Repeatable for credit.

  
  • SHY 393 - American Medicine and Culture (History)

    3 Credit(s)

    The course will examine the interaction of American culture with American medical traditions from colonial times to the present.  


    Credits: 3.

    When Offered: Spring semester, even-numbered years.

    Liberal Arts Curriculum: Satisfies the U. S. Cultures requirement.

  
  • SHY 394 - Topics in Global History (History)

    3 Credit(s)

    Focuses on an area of global history that extends beyond the cultural “western world.” This may include regional histories, comparative history, or global history.  


     Credits: 3.

     When Offered: Spring semester, even-numbered years.

     Prerequisite:  SEL 106  or SEL 107 .

     Repeatable for credit.

     Liberal Arts Curriculum: Satisfies the Global Perspectives requirement. 

  
  • SHY 405 - Research Seminar (History)

    3 Credit(s)

    Students read historical works related to the course theme and go through the steps of developing and carrying out a research project in a topic related to the course theme.  


    Credits: 3.

    When Offered: Fall semester.

    Prerequisite: 6 credits upper-level history coursework.

  
  • SHY 410 - Independent Study (History)

    0 Credit(s)

    The independent study in history allows students the opportunity to pursue special interests in history by concentration on an epoch, area, or problem outside the realm of the organized history curriculum. Specific content is arranged between student and instructor.  


    Credits: Variable.

    Repeatable for credit.

    Permission required.

  
  • SHY 420 - Field Work (History)

    0 Credit(s)

    By arrangement.  


    Credits: Variable.

    Repeatable for credit.

    Permission required.

  
  • SHY 430 - Internship (History)

    0 Credit(s)

    By arrangement.  


    Credits: Variable.

    Repeatable for credit.

    Permission required.

 

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