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2016-2017 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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RLST 230 - Comparative African Religions (3.00)
An introduction to indigenous religions of Africa. Religions in African traditional society, with special reference to the principal elements in the religious system - the Supreme Being, the cosmic gods, the ancestors and lesser spirits. The impact of Islam and Christianity.
Course ID: 50025
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Attributes: Arts and Humanities (GEP), Arts and Humanities (GFR), Culture (GFR)
Same as Offered: AFST 230
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RLST 235 - African Religions (3.00)
Course ID: 56687
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Attributes: Arts and Humanities (GFR), Culture (GFR)
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RLST 255 - History of Christianity from its Origins to the Reformation (3.00)
Hebrew and Greco-Roman background, the life of Christ, the New Testament and development of theology, triumph of the church in the Roman Empire, the medieval church, the reformation and the end of medieval Christendom, and implications of the Reformation for the modern world.
Course ID: 50150
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Course Equivalents: HIST 255H and RLST255H
Attributes: Social Sciences (GEP), Social Sciences (GFR)
Same as Offered: RLST255
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RLST 255H - History of Christianity from its Origins to the Reformation-Honors (3.00)
Hebrew and Greco-Roman background, the life of Christ, the New Testament and development of theology, triumph of the church in the Roman Empire, the medieval church, the reformation and the end of medieval Christendom, and implications of the Reformation for the modern world.
Course ID: 054648
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Course Equivalents: HIST 255, RLST 255
Same as Offered: HIST255H
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RLST 273 - History of the Jews in Modern Times, From the Middle Ages to 1917 (3.00)
Political and socioeconomic forces at work in Europe and within the Jewish community during this period. Hassidism and enlightenment, emancipation and reform. The French and Russian revolutions. Jewish existence in Eastern Europe. Zionism and Aliyah.
Course ID: 50160
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Attributes: Culture (GEP), Social Sciences (GEP), Culture (GFR), Social Sciences (GFR)
Same as Offered: HIST 273 , JDST 273
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RLST 274 - Contemporary Jewish History: 1917 to the Present (3.00)
Jewish civilization in the 20th century with attention to interwar years, the attempted destruction of European Jewry in World War II and the resistance of the Jews. Post-war issues are examined: including the Allies and the United Nations, the emergence of new centers in Europe and Israel, Jews in the former Soviet Union, Jewish identity struggle in America and post-Holocaust thought.
Course ID: 50147
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Attributes: Culture (GEP), Social Sciences (GEP), Culture (GFR), Social Sciences (GFR)
Same as Offered: HIST 274 , JDST 274
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RLST 314 - Islam in Africa (3.00)
This course is presented to provide the student with an introduction and overview of the history of Islam in Africa. This requires a discussion of Islam itself, its origins, philosophical thought, praxis and expansion. We then will turn to a more detailed examination of the penetration of Islam in Africa, eventually concentrating on its sub-Saharan influences. Recommended Preparation: AFST 211 or AFST 212 or HIST 242 or HIST 243 .
Course ID: 50013
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Attributes: Culture (GEP), Social Sciences (GEP), Culture (GFR), Social Sciences (GFR)
Same as Offered: AFST 314 , HIST 360
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RLST 315 - Religious Influences in American Life (3.00)
Rather than being an encyclopedic survey of individual sects and churches, this course centers on several of the formative contributions of religion to American culture, from the Puritan era to the present, including the work ethic, radical conscience, philanthropy, culture religion, and the response of particular faiths to such basic crises as revolution, slavery and industrialization. The status of Catholicism and Judaism in a Protestant-originated culture also may be considered. Recommended Preparation: Any 100-level social science course, junior/senior status or permission of instructor.
Course ID: 56692
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
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RLST 316 - Anthropology of Religion (3.00)
This course examines the nature of belief systems, myth, and ritual in various societies of the world through ethnographic case studies. Cases to be examined may be drawn from societies in South America, Asia, the Pacific, Africa and the United States. Using these different case studies, the course examines a range of perspectives used by anthropologists to understand religious practices and belief systems.
Course ID: 50044
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Attributes: Culture (GEP), Social Sciences (GEP), Culture (GFR), Social Sciences (GFR)
Same as Offered: ANTH 316
Requirement Group: You must complete ANTH 211 or SOCY 101 with a C or better.
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RLST 349 - The Sociology of Religion (3.00)
Analysis of religious institutions and structures and of the relations between religion and society. Special attention is given to the social sources of religious attitudes; religious roles and organizations; American religious trends; and the interplay between religion and science, religion and politics, religion and economic behavior, and religion and social class. Recommended Preparation: SOCY 101 or ANTH 211 or permission of the instructor
Course ID: 50242
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Attributes: Social Sciences (GEP), Social Sciences (GFR)
Same as Offered: SOCY 349
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RLST 350 - The Bible and Literature (3.00)
A study of the relationship between the Bible and selected literary texts.
Course ID: 50096
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Attributes: Arts and Humanities (GEP), Arts and Humanities (GFR)
Same as Offered: ENGL 349
Requirement Group: You must complete a 200 level ENGL course with a C or better.
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RLST 351 - New Testament Greek (3.00)
Selections from the New Testament. This course is repeatable for a maximum of 15 credits.
Course ID: 50102
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Attributes: Language (GFR)
Same as Offered: GREK 351
Requirement Group: You must complete GREK 201 or Equivalent with a C or better
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RLST 352 - Septuagint (3.00)
Selections from the Greek version of the Old Testament. This course is repeatable for a maximum of 15 credits.
Course ID: 50103
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Attributes: Culture (GEP), Language (GFR)
Same as Offered: GREK 350
Requirement Group: You must complete GREK 201 or Equivalent with a C or better.
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RLST 370 - African Religions in Africa and the Diaspora (3.00)
A comparative study of selected indigenous African religions and an examination of African religious survivals in the New World. Continuity and change in the principal forces of the religious systems: the Supreme Being, the cosmic gods, the ancestors and lesser spirits, as well as the relation-ship to other religions. Recommended Preparation: Junior/senior standing
Course ID: 50031
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Attributes: Social Sciences (GFR)
Same as Offered: AFST 368
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RLST 380 - Topics in Religious Studies (1.00 - 3.00)
A critical investigation from a cross-cultural and interdisciplinary perspective of selected issues in religious studies. Topics will be announced each semester. This course is repeatable for credit.
Course ID: 56696
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Topics: Top: Old Testament, Top: Psyche And Spirit, The Problem Of Evil, Topic:Pillars Of Islam, Seminar In Literary Hist, Temples,Churches,Synagog, Heroes,Heretics History, Religion And Psychology, Cults Of Ancient Greece, The Problem Of Job, Hist East Asian Religion, Top: Intro To The Tanakh, Top: Hist Persp On Relig, Top: William James, Top:The Problem Of Job, Jewish Phil & Mysticism, Top:Kierkegaard Rel Thgt, Religion And Revolution, Intro To Old Testament, Jewish Mysticsm, Top In Religious Studies, Top:Philosophcaltheology, Top:Religion & Revolutn, Top:Utopian Soc/Religion, Top: Islam In Africa, Top: The Problem Of Evil, Top: Witchcraft, Hist Of East Asian Rel, Top:Rlgious Thmes In Lit, Topics:Rel & Revolution, Death/Burial - Antiquity, Top:Relig & Literature, Top:Hist Of Islam In Afr, American Relig/Culture, Arch Of Anct Egypt&Israe, Top: Religion & Science, Topic: Islam In Africa, Judaism: Jesus & Hillel, Religion and the Holocaust
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RLST 386 - Eastern Christianity (3.00)
Course ID: 56698
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Attributes: Social Sciences (GFR)
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RLST 400 - Special Projects in Religious Studies (1.00 - 3.00)
You must receive permission of the instructor who will supervise the project in order to take this course. This course is repeatable for credit.
Course ID: 56699
Consent: Instructor Consent Required
Components: Lecture
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RLST 463 - Jews, Christians and Muslims in the Middle Ages (3.00)
This course examines moments of contact and conflict between the three major monotheistic faiths of the medieval period: Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Topics will include an examination of the scriptural foundations of the three faiths and their influence on topics such as law, violence, conversion, ritual, and legend. The course provides an overview of how individuals and leadership within the three faiths interacted with each other. Recommended Preparation: HIST 100 HIST 110 , HIST 111 or HIST 110 or JDST 100 or RLST 100 or 200-level course, and junior/senior standing.
Course ID: 50151
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Same as Offered: HIST 463 , JDST 463
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RLST 466 - The Reformation (3.00)
The economic and political conditions, the popular movements and the theological controversies that led to the overthrow of the Catholic Church’s monopoly of religious loyalties, thereby turning Europeans against one another on a national/religious basis. Attention is focused on the lives and ideas of the leading reformers. Recommended Preparation: HIST 100 or HIST 110 or HIST 111 , plus junior/senior status.
Course ID: 50157
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Attributes: Culture (GEP), Social Sciences (GEP), Culture (GFR), Social Sciences (GFR)
Same as Offered: HIST 466
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RLST 473 - Mahatma Gandhi’s Political Experiments with Truth (3.00)
A study of Gandhi’s effort to gain national independence and to reform India by non-violent vindication of truth. A reflection on Gandhi’s sexual asceticism, civil disobedience, and politicization of women. A comparison and contrast of Gandhi with Socrates, Henry Thoreau and Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. Intended for non-majors as well as majors. A seminar presentation, a research paper, and regular class attendance are all required. Recommended Preparation: Junior standing or a grade of C or better in POLI 200 or POLI 301 or a writing class beyond ENGL 100
Course ID: 50224
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Attributes: Culture (GFR)
Same as Offered: POLI 473
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RUSS 101 - Basic Russian I (4.00)
An introduction to Russian. Emphasis is on structure, comprehension, speaking skills and reading skills. Video provides exposure to idiomatic Russian language, as well as an introduction to Russian culture and society.
Course ID: 56700
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Discussion, Lecture
Attributes: Language (GFR)
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RUSS 102 - Basic Russian II (4.00)
Continuation of RUSS 101 . Further development of grammar, reading, conversation and listening comprehension skills, based on authentic material from Russian culture and civilization.
Course ID: 56702
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Discussion, Lecture
Attributes: Language (GFR)
Requirement Group: You must complete RUSS 101 with a C or better before taking this class or have completed 2 years of high school Russian.
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RUSS 201 - Basic Russian III (4.00)
Further development of linguistic structure of Russian in a social and cultural context. Emphasis is on comprehension and speaking skills.
Course ID: 56704
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Discussion, Lecture
Attributes: 201 Level Language Requirement (GEP), 201-Level Foreign Language (GFR)
Requirement Group: You must complete RUSS 102 with a C or better before taking this class or have completed 3 years of high school Russian.
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RUSS 202 - Continuing Russian I (4.00)
Review of grammar, with emphasis on communication in a number of everyday situations. Emphasis is on developing reading and writing skills.
Course ID: 56706
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Discussion, Lecture
Attributes: Culture (GEP), Culture (GFR), Language (GFR)
Requirement Group: You must complete RUSS 201 with a C or better before taking this class or have completed 4 years of high school Russian.
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RUSS 300 - Special Projects in Russian Language (1.00 - 3.00)
Intensive, independent, individualized program of study in Russian language or culture in an area determined by the student’s particular needs. Note: Credits earned in RUSS 300 may not be used to satisfy the basic requirements for any track in the MLL major, minor, or certificate of Russian studies. Exceptions will be granted only with the written permission of an instructor and the chair of MLL. This course is repeatable for credit.
Course ID: 56709
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Independent Study
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RUSS 301 - Continuing Russian II (3.00)
Class discussion and written composition on the basis of thematically arranged topics; emphasis on complex grammatical structures, composition and vocabulary building.
Course ID: 56712
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Attributes: Culture (GEP), Culture (GFR), Language (GFR)
Requirement Group: You must complete RUSS 202 with a grade of C or better.
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RUSS 302 - Continuing Russian III (3.00)
Continuation of 301
Course ID: 56713
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Attributes: Culture (GEP), Culture (GFR), Language (GFR)
Requirement Group: You must complete RUSS 301 with a grade of C or better before taking this class.
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RUSS 303 - Continuing Russian Conversation I (1.00)
For students with a basic knowledge of Russian who wish to improve speaking and conversational skills. Notes: It is recommended that the course be taken in conjunction with RUSS 301 . This course is repeatable for credit.
Course ID: 56715
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Attributes: Language (GFR)
Requirement Group: You must complete RUSS 202 with a grade of C or better.
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RUSS 304 - Intermediate Russian Conversation II (1.00)
Continuation of RUSS 303 . It is recommended that the course be taken in conjunction with RUSS 302 .
Course ID: 56716
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Attributes: Language (GFR)
Requirement Group: You must complete RUSS 301 with a grade of C or better before taking this class.
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RUSS 315 - Studies in Russian Film (3.00)
Major cinematic trends from the earliest periods to the contemporary era. Emphasis on the feature film as an art form, a social documentary and a means of persuasion. Topics to be announced each semester the course is offered. Taught in English or Russian, as announced each semester. Recommended Preparation: A film course, RUSS 202 or permission of the instructor.
Course ID: 56719
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Topics: Studies In Russian Film
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RUSS 321 - The Russians’ World - I (3.00)
This intermediate-level course aims to increase students’ abilities in reading comprehension, conversational and cultural competence, and grammatical accuracy. Special emphasis is placed on expanding vocabulary, through a study of the customs, interests, and traditions of the Russian people. Taught in Russian.
Course ID: 102465
Consent: No Special Consent Required.
Components: Lecture
Requirement Group:You must complete RUSS 202 with a grade of C or better.
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RUSS 322 - The Russians’ World - II (3.00)
RUSS 322 is a continuation of RUSS 321 . As such, it aims to increase students’ abilities in reading comprehension, conversational and cultural competence, and grammatical accuracy. There is continued emphasis on expanding vocabulary through a study of the customs, interests, and traditions of the Russian people. Taught in Russian.
Course ID: 102467
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture.
Requirement Group: You must either completed RUSS 202 with a grade of C or better or the equivalent as indicated by placement before taking this class.
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RUSS 332 - The Structure of Russian (3.00)
An investigation of the phonological and morphological structure of Russian, with special emphasis on noun and verb inflection. Notes: Highly recommended: LING 210 .
Course ID: 56721
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Attributes: Language (GFR)
Requirement Group: You must complete RUSS 301 with a grade of C or better before taking this class.
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RUSS 340 - Studies in Russian Literature (3.00)
A study of selected Russian literary works, with the focus on a movement, genre, theme or individual writer. Topics will be announced each semester offered. Readings and discussion in English. Students may choose to read works in the original Russian. This course is repeatable for credit. Recommended Preparation: A 200-level literature course or permission of the instructor.
Course ID: 56722
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Topics: Studies In Russian Lit, Studies: 19Th C Lit/Socty
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RUSS 350 - Russian Complementary Reading (1.00)
Russian texts read and discussed (orally and in writing) in Russian, in conjunction with a 200- or 300-level course taught in English (e.g., RUSS 270 - RUSS 271 , MLL 370 - MLL 371, RUSS 315 , RUSS 332 , RUSS 340 and RUSS 460 ). The particular topic will be announced each time the course is offered. Recommended Preparation: RUSS 202 with a grade of C or higher or permission of the instructor. Notes: Repeatable for credit as topics change.
Course ID: 56724
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Discussion
Topics: Reading: Russian Cult/Civ, Russian Complem Reading, 20Th-C Russian Lit & Pol, Rdng: 19Th C Lit/Society, Soviet Lit & Politics, Read From Mod Russ Cult, Russian Comp Reading, Rdng: Culture/Civilizatn, Reading: Soviet Cult/Civ
Attributes: Language (GFR)
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RUSS 400 - Special Projects in Russian (1.00 - 3.00)
An independent, individualized program of study of Russian language or culture in an area determined by the student’s needs. Open to students on application to the instructor who will supervise the particular project. Prerequisite: Request for permission to register in the course must be in writing and must specify the number of credits sought. Notes: Credits earned in RUSS 400 may not be used to satisfy the basic requirements of the major, minor, or certificate of Russian studies. Exceptions may be granted with the permission of an instructor and the chair of MLL. This course may be repeated for credit.
Course ID: 56725
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Independent Study
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RUSS 401 - Advanced Russian I (3.00)
An advanced Russian language course in the four language skills (listening, reading, speaking and writing) with focus on sociocultural issues and current events in Russia. In addition to regular oral practice, the course will include such activities as formal oral presentations and expository writing.
Course ID: 56726
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Attributes: Culture (GEP), Culture (GFR), Language (GFR)
Requirement Group: You must complete RUSS 302 with a grade of C or better.
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RUSS 402 - Advanced Russian II (3.00)
Continuation of RUSS 401 , with more attention to the development of writing skills.
Course ID: 56727
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Attributes: Culture (GEP), Culture (GFR), Language (GFR)
Requirement Group: You must complete RUSS 401 with a grade of C or better before taking this class.
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RUSS 403 - Advanced Russian Reading (3.00)
Advanced spoken production of high-level, abstract language.
Course ID: 56728
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Requirement Group: You must complete RUSS 302 with a grade of C or better.
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RUSS 415 - Political Russian (3.00)
The course is intended for advanced students of Russian who wish to acquire, on the basis of authentic texts, the specialized vocabulary of international relations, economics, trade, and national security. The course also emphasizes the more complex grammatical constructions typical of these registers and introduces techniques of translation.
Course ID: 56729
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Requirement Group: You must complete RUSS 302 with a grade of C or better.
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RUSS 419 - Theory and Practice of Translation (3.00)
Introduction to methods and techniques of translation (English to Russian and Russian to English). Discussion of selected problems of contrastive grammar and comparative stylistics and lexicon, with practical exercises in translation. Students work with materials from their individual fields of specialization (e.g., politics, science, medicine, business). Recommended Preparation: Permission of instructor.
Course ID: 56730
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Attributes: Language (GFR)
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RUSS 425 - Advanced Russian through Song (3.00)
An advanced culture course, taught in Russian, structured around a richly annotated corpus of songs, from 1930s popular music to bards, rock and other contemporary forms. The songs are supplied with a full pedagogical apparatus and a broad range of contextual content in various media.
Course ID: 101937
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Requirement Group: You must complete RUSS 302 with a grade of C or better.
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RUSS 438 - Studies in Russian Linguistics (3.00)
An in-depth examination of specific issues in Russian linguistics in the light of contemporary linguistic theory. A theory-significant and original term paper is required. This course is repeatable for a maximum of 6 credits or 2 attempts. Recommended Preparation: RUSS 332
Course ID: 56731
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
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RUSS 450 - Masterpieces of Russian Literature (3.00)
A study of Russian literature in Russian with the focus on a movement, genre, theme, individual writer or individual work. Topics will be announced each semester offered. This course may be repeated for credit. Recommended Preparation: RUSS 302 or permission of the instructor. Notes: May be repeated for credit. Readings and discussions in Russian.
Course ID: 56732
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Topics: Masterpieces Of Russ Lit.
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RUSS 460 - Russian Folklore (3.00)
A study of the forms of Russian folk art and trends in the interpretation of folklore. Topics will include folktales, epics, folk drama, music, art, costume and customs. Taught in English or Russian, as announced each semester. Recommended Preparation: A 200-level literature or anthropology course, RUSS 202 .
Course ID: 56733
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
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SCI 100 - Water; An Interdisciplinary Study (MS) (3.00)
An interdisciplinary lab science experience that integrates biology, chemistry, earth sciences and physics into a single, three-credit course with a unifying theme of water. Topics covered may include: Water Quality, Unique Physical and Chemical Properties of Water, Biological Importance of Water, Water in the Earth’s Environment, and Water and Policy. The course consists of a combination of lecture, discussion, laboratory exercises and fieldwork. Frequent access to a computer with an internet connection is a requirement in this course; students will be expected to participate online regularly. This course is intended for those students not majoring in the natural/physical sciences or engineering, and it satisfies the GFR and GEP graduation requirement for a laboratory-based science course.
Course ID: 056734
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: LAboratory,Lecture
Course Equivalents: SCI 100Y , SCI 100H
Attributes: Course Fee = $50.00, Science Plus Lab (GFR), Science Plus Lab (GEP)
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SCI 100H - Water; An Interdisciplinary Study (3.00)
An interdisciplinary lab science experience that integrates biology, chemistry, earth sciences and physics into a single, three-credit course with a unifying theme of water. Topics covered may include: Water Quality, Unique Physical and Chemical Properties of Water, Biological Importance of Water, Water in the Earth’s Environment, and Water and Policy. The course consists of a combination of lecture, discussion, laboratory exercises and fieldwork. Frequent access to a computer with an internet connection is a requirement in this course; students will be expected to particpiate online regularly. This course is intended for those students not majoring in the natural/physical sciences or engineering, and it satisfies the GFR and GEP graduation requirement for a laboratory-based science course.
Course ID: 100221
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Laboratory, Lecture
Course Equivalents: SCI 100 SCI 100Y
Attributes: Course Fee = $50.00, Science Plus Lab (GFR), Science Plus Lab (GEP)
Requirement Group: You must be admitted to the Honors College.
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SCI 100Y - Water: An Interdisciplinary Study (MS) (3.00)
An interdisciplinary lab science experience that integrates biology, chemistry, earth sciences and physics into a single, three-credit course with a unifying theme of water. Topics covered may include: Water Quality, Unique Physical and Chemical Properties of Water, Biological Importance of Water, Water in the Earth’s Environment, and Water and Policy. The course consists of a combination of lecture, discussion, laboratory exercises and fieldwork. Frequent access to a computer with an internet connection is a requirement in this course; students will be expected to participate online regularly. This course is intended for those students not majoring in the natural/physical sciences or engineering, and it satisfies the GFR and GEP graduation requirement for a laboratory-based science course.
Course ID: 056735
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Laboratory,Lecture
Course Equivalents:SCI 100 SCI 100H
Attributes: Course Fee = $50.00, Science Plus Lab (GFR), Science Plus Lab (GEP)
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SCI 101L - Quantitative Reasoning: Measurement and Skills Lab (2.00)
Designed for first-year students interested in pursuing degrees in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), this interdisciplinary science laboratory course will expose students to different STEM disciplines through a series of projects centered on the common theme of measurement. All projects require mastering basic quantitative skills (e.g., arithmetical, algebraic, geometric, probabilistic, and statistical methods), higher-order reasoning (e.g., evaluate representations, interpret mathematical models, determine reasonableness, and recognize limitations), and the practical use of measurement tools.
Course ID: 102106
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Laboratory
Attributes: Lab Component for Sci (GEP)
Prerequisite: You must complete MATH 106 or MATH 106Y or MATH 150 or MATH 151 or MATH 155 with a C or better or have AP credit for MATH 150 or MATH 151 or have a MATH placement score of 4 or 5.
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SOWK 200 - Social Issues - Social Action (3.00)
This course explores three broad social issues challenging the United States and nations worldwide: poverty, dimensions of diversity, and health care with a focus on HIV/AIDS. Readings and assignments encourage students to develop their own ideas on social issues and to connect their ideas with action.
Course ID: 56897
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Course Equivalents: SOWK 200H
Attributes: Social Sciences (GEP), Social Sciences (GFR)
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SOWK 200H - Social Issues - Social Action (3.00)
This course explores three broad social issues challenging the United States and nations worldwide: poverty, dimensions of diversity, and health care with a focus on HIV/AIDS. Readings and assignments encourage students to develop their own ideas on social issues and to connect their ideas with action.
Course ID: 100641
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Course Equivalents: SOWK 200
Attributes: Social Sciences (GEP), Social Sciences (GFR)
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SOWK 240 - Information Technology in Social Work (3.00)
This course uses technology to enhance generalist social work practice through oral presentation and written work, both individually and within groups. Students will have the opportunity to work with computer resources currently available through the University’s computer and library systems.
Course ID: 56902
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
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SOWK 255 - Psychology of the Black Experience in the United States (3.00)
A survey of selected psychological theories and research pertaining to black people. Includes an introduction to black psychology.
Course ID: 50001
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Attributes: Social Sciences (GEP), Social Sciences (GFR)
Same as Offered: AFST 255 , PSYC 255
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SOWK 260 - Introduction to Social Welfare, Social Policy, and Social Work I (3.00)
This is the first social policy course required of all social work majors. It presents the historical development and contemporary forces that have shaped the nation’s social welfare system. Generalist practice is applied to diverse populations, women, older people and immigrants. The course examines issues addressed by social services, and the role of the professional social worker. It offers opportunities to meet with practitioners in the field to understand the diverse populations served.
Course ID: 56903
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Attributes: Social Sciences (GEP), Social Sciences (GFR)
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SOWK 271 - Introduction to Community Involvement (3.00)
A survey of issues and opportunities in the area of community involvement. Introduction to the growth and evolution of black communities, with emphasis on the living conditions of their members and the problems facing community developers. Varieties of black communities are studied.
Course ID: 50024
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Same as Offered: AFST 271
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SOWK 299 - Social Work Independent Study (1.00 - 3.00)
This course permits students to design and work on individual research projects and/or service learning experiences with selected faculty members.
Course ID: 56905
Consent: Department Consent Required
Components: Independent Study
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SOWK 311 - Introduction to Field Experience in Social Work (3.00)
This course offers the opportunity to observe the delivery of social services within selected agencies. Students are assigned to an agency for a beginning experience in examining how social work services are provided. Field education experience is combined with seminar instruction. Recommended Preparation: SOWK 260 . Note:This course is repeatable for credit.
Course ID: 56906
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Discussion, Laboratory, Lecture
Topics: Intro Field Exp In Sowk
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SOWK 350 - Psychology of Racism (3.00)
Analysis of current psychological theory and research on individual and institutional racism.
Course ID: 50003
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Same as Offered: AFST 350
Requirement Group: You must have completed AFST 255 and earned a grade of C or better to take this course.
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SOWK 360 - Social Welfare, Social Policy, and Social Work II (3.00)
This is the second required social policy course for social work majors. The course examines the current American social welfare system, with attention focused on analyzing state and federal policies related to poverty, child welfare, homelessness, global issues, health and mental health, and older adults.
Course ID: 56908
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Attributes: Writing Intensive
Requirement Group: You must complete SOWK 260 with a grade of C or higher.
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SOWK 369 - Contemporary Issues, Cultures, and Social Work Practices in Aging (3.00)
This course uses a cultural framework to explore social issues, trends, policies, and services affecting older people and their families focusing on diversity of the aging experience. Students who complete this course will be able to create and evaluate culturally sensitive services for older adults that consider the intersectionality of membership in varying groups. Topics include: physical and mental aging, aging theory, social work practice with older adults, cultural approaches to aging, and special populations. Recommended Preparation:Six social science credits, at least one course in Social Work or Aging
Course ID: 102265
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Attributes: Culture (GEP), Social Sciences (GEP)
Same as Offered: AGNG 369
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SOWK 370 - Social Work and the Criminal Justice System (3.00)
The criminal justice system affects many of social work’s clients while ensuring public safety and offering services to offenders and victims of crime. This course examines the intersection between the profession of social work and the American criminal justice system by examining historical events, social welfare policies and social work practice. Course content focuses on current populations served and issues and reforms within law enforcement, the courts and correctional institutions Recommended Preparation: 6 credits in the social sciences.
Course ID: 102227
Consent: No Special Consent required
Components: Lecture
Requirement Group: SOWK 240 and SOWK 260
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SOWK 371 - Social Work Practice in Aging (3.00)
In this course students explore the major social issues, trends, policies, and services affecting older people and their families. It shows how social work practice interfaces with other human service disciplines and social institutions. Course content includes social and demographic trends; theories in gerontology; physiological changes and health status of older people; senescence and family life; and the economics of aging.
Course ID: 56909
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Attributes: Social Sciences (GEP), Social Sciences (GFR)
Requirement Group: You must complete 6 credits in Social Science.
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SOWK 372 - Social Work and Health Care (3.00)
This course examines social work skills and interdisciplinary practice used in health-care settings. A generalist practice model that is based on the needs of people with health care problems, the nature of the health-care organizations, and the use of social workers as health-care professional is explored. Students examine crisis intervention that uses interdisciplinary techniques, case management, and discharge planning, all in the context of the nation’s health-care environment.
Course ID: 56910
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Attributes: Social Sciences (GEP), Social Sciences (GFR)
Requirement Group: You must complete 6 credits in Social Science.
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SOWK 373 - Demystifying the DSM: A Social Work Perspective (3.00)
This course will provide students with a working knowledge of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM-5), a major source of diagnostic criteria used across a variety of mental health and social work fields today. As a primary focus, students will be exposed to the history of the DSM, the relationship between the DSM and major mental health conditions, as well as experiential familiarity of how the DSM applies to clinical assessments, diagnoses, and treatment planning within social work.
Course ID: 100189
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Requirement Group: You must complete 6 credits in Social Science.
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SOWK 374 - Social Work with Immigrants and Refugees (3.00)
This course provides an introduction to the information and skills necessary for generalist social work practice with immigrants and refugees. Its purpose is defined as the restoration, maintenance, and enhancement of the social functioning of individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities and the promotion of social justice. Recommended Preparation: SOWK 200 or SOWK 260 .
Course ID: 100284
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Attributes: Attributes: Culture (GEP), Culture (GFR), Social Sciences (GFR)
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SOWK 377 - Women and Social Policy (3.00)
This course explores the impact of social welfare programs and policies upon women’s lives, examines the assumptions and values that have gone into the formulation of these policies, and discusses alternative approaches to dealing with women’s concerns. Topics include economic circumstances, women and violence, traditional and alternative social services, and agendas for reform.
Course ID: 50136
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Attributes: Social Sciences (GEP), Social Sciences (GFR)
Same as Offered: GWST 377
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SOWK 386 - Strengthening Family Structure (3.00)
This course is designed to provide students with an overview of work with families. Social workers engage families in various settings, such as in social service agencies, the home, school, mental health and medical facilities, and in direct service agencies such as shelters and clinics. They also meet families in connection with social justice work such as work with immigrants. This course will provide students with the basic knowledge and skills to make initial assessments of family functioning in the context of the social environment and an understanding of the variety of challenges families experience. Students will be presented with developmental theories, as well as traditional theoretical frameworks used in family assessments. The concept of family in its more varied and inclusive forms, including same-sex marriage and non-traditional definitions of family will be explored.
Course ID: 56928
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Requirement Group: You must complete 6 credits in Social Science.
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SOWK 387 - Policies, Programs, and Services for Children (3.00)
This course presents the current situation regarding services for children, and historic perspective on the development of society’s perceptions of children’s needs. It attempts to go beyond the traditional definitions of child welfare as an institution and encompass consideration of a social welfare system including family policy advocacy, programs to enhance socialization of children, helping services, and services to surrogate families. Select intervention techniques appropriate for work with children are presented, and skills are developed.
Course ID: 56929
Consent: No Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Topics: Pol/Prog/Serv: Children
Attributes: Social Sciences (GEP), Social Sciences (GFR)
Requirement Group: You must complete SOWK 260 with a grade of C or higher.
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SOWK 388 - Human Behavior and the Social Environment (3.00)
This course examines theory, research and practice issues of human development within the biopsychosocial context of mutually influencing personal, family, community and societal systems. Emphasis is placed on understanding the relevance and use of theory for practice and on how diversity in race, ethnicity, culture, gender, sexual orientation and socio-economic circumstances contribute to and influence personality development, as well as the systems within which this takes place. The course content covers normal life-cycle development from infancy through childhood from the perspective of ecological systems theory.
Course ID: 56931
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Attributes: Social Sciences (GEP), Social Sciences (GFR)
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SOWK 389 - Human Behavior II (3.00)
In the context of the same framework and variables described in Human Behavior I, this course covers normal lifecycle development from adolescence and young adulthood to later adulthood.
Course ID: 56933
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Requirement Group: You must complete SOWK 388 with a grade of C or higher.
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SOWK 390 - Special Topics in Social Welfare (1.00 - 3.00)
This course provides students the opportunity to examine at an advanced level a select issue in the social welfare field. The course will draw on basic understanding of concepts available through other courses in the social sciences. Variable credit course repeatable for a maximum of 12 credits. Recommended Preparation:SOWK 240 or 260
Course ID: 56934
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Topics: Spec Topics:Socl Welfare, Topics:Voluntarism, Top:General Hospital, Individuals W/Disability, Women And Violence, Child Techniques, Top:St Elswhr-Fact/Fict?, Reflection On Comm Serv, Rls In Disast& Mass Emer, Info Tech In Social Work, Info Tech In Human Servc, Sowk Prac Relat Phys Ill, Peer Health Educ Proj, Aging, Drugs & Alcohol In Soc, Advocates Program, Addictive Behaviors, Topics: Aging, Aging And The Family, St Elsewhere:Fact/Fictn, Top:Community Service, Soc Wk & Crsis Hlth Care, Spec Topics:Socl Wlefare, A Systems Approach, Special Topics, Sys Apprch To Clin Asses, Drugs/Alcohol In Society, Gay Men,Lesbians,Soc Pol, Demystifying The Dsm, Sowk Practice In Aging, Peer Alcohol/Drug Ed II, Tpc:Case Mgmt Frail Eldr, Top:Peer Alcohol/Drug Ed, Top:Intrnshp Yth Cmnty, Group Work With Children, Cs Mgmt Of Frail Elderly, Ada Community Project, Health Care, Peer Educators Project, Sowk Case Mgt Vul Pop, Demystifying The Dsm-IV, Social Work In Aging, Case Mngt Frail Elderly, Youth Community Service, Top: Case Mgmt Frl Eldrl, Women,Subst Abuse & Hlth, Individ W/Disabilities, Soc Pol & Juvenile Delin, Addictive Behavior, Case Mgt Vulnerable Popu, Alcohol Prob/Alcoholism, Top:Cs Mgmt Frail Elderl, Reflections In Comm Serv, Disability Iss/Pubic Pol, Health Care Services, Big Brother-Big Sister, Case Management, St Elsewhere:Fact/Fict, Sp Tpcs: Kidsline Intern, Child Welfare, Social Work And The Law, Clinical Assessments, Child Welfare Services, Sowk Prac Rel Phys Ill, Disability Iss/Publc Pol, Soc Pol/Juv Delinquency, Substance Abuse, Oral History, Top:Social Welf-Ireland, Peer Alcohol/Drug Educ I, Case Mgmt Frail Elderly, Spec Top: Child Welfare, Socl Welfare:Internship, Ttl Qual Mgmt & S W Prin, Social Work Policy Pract, Computer Tech In Soc Wk, Spec Topics On Aging, Cyberspace: Cult&Society, Demystifying The Dsm IV
Requirement Group: You must complete 6 credits in Social Science.
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SOWK 391W - Seminar on AIDs for Health and Social Services Providers and Administrators (2.00)
This course is for health care and human-service providers working in settings that serve individuals affected by HIV/ AIDS. The course approaches the multitude of needs created by the HIV epidemic from various perspectives, including prevention education, psychosocial adjustment, community resources and family systems. Conducted in a seminar format, the course relies on large- and small-group discussions, exercises, and client and policy case reviews to improve skills in working effectively with people affected with HIV/AIDS.
Course ID: 50141
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Same as Offered: HAPP 391W , SOCY 391W
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SOWK 395 - Addictive Behavior Patterns (3.00)
This course provides an overview of the major issues related to addictive behavior patterns including those associated with alcoholism. The major concepts, theories, policies and research associated with addictive behaviors are examined. Emphasis is placed on the impact of addictive patterns on family members, especially children. The relationships between addictive behaviors and other health and social issues are explored.
Course ID: 56940
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Attributes: Social Sciences (GEP), Social Sciences (GFR)
Requirement Group: You must complete 6 credits in Social Science.
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SOWK 397 - Social Work Methods I: Introduction to Practice (3.00)
This course provides knowledge, skills and values needed for beginning social work practice. Emphasis is placed on communication skills and the beginning stages of the problem-solving process. Special attention is given to the significance of human diversity for interpersonal helping.
Course ID: 56941
Consent: Department Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Attributes: Writing Intensive
Requirement Group: You must complete SOWK 260 with a grade of C or higher and have Jr. Standing and Overall GPA of 2.5 or higher.
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SOWK 470 - Social Work Research (3.00)
This course deals with problem formulation, data collection and analysis, and presentation of research findings and conclusions. Attention is paid to classic and recent studies and to the application of research to social work knowledge and practice. The following courses are acceptable substitutes: AFST 301 , SOCY 300 , POLI 301 and PSYC 332 . Recommended Preparation: Junior standing and an approved course in statistics.
Course ID: 56947
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture Topics: Social Work Research
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SOWK 480 - Field Instruction I (6.00)
Two days per week, students are assigned to a social service agency and participate in the delivery of social work services under the supervision of a licensed social worker.
Course ID: 56948
Consent: Department Consent Required
Components: Field Studies
Requirement Group: You must have completed SOWK 260 , SOWK 388 , and SOWK 397 with a grade of C or better before taking this course. Also, you must enroll in SOWK 481 . (You must enroll in SOWK 480 and SOWK 481 in the same registration transaction.)
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SOWK 481 - Social Work Methods II: A Generalist Approach to Practice (3.00)
This course presents a conceptual framework of social work intervention and covers the common elements of social work practice. It combines development of the ecological perspective with the problem-solving model, strengths assessment, and the development of basic social work skills. Students are introduced to concepts and skills relevant for intervention with clients, with particular emphasis on case management and crisis intervention. Students are also introduced to indirect interventions on behalf of clients.
Course ID: 56949
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Attributes: Writing Intensive
Requirement Group: You must have completed SOWK 397 and be concurrently enrolled in SOWK 480 in order to take this class. (You must enroll in SOWK 480 and SOWK 481 in the same registration transaction.)
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SOWK 482 - Field Instruction II (6.00)
Students continue participation in the delivery of social services with increased practice responsibility.
Course ID: 56950
Consent: Department Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Requirement Group: You must have completed SOWK 480 and SOWK 481 with a grade of C or higher and be concurrently enrolled in SOWK 483 . You must enroll in SOWK 482 and SOWK 483 in the same enrollment transaction.
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SOWK 483 - Social Work Methods III: Selected Intervention Strategies, Research, and Evaluation (3.00)
This course emphasizes change strategies that pertain to families, group work and community organization. Research findings pertinent to selected problems in social functioning are identified, analyzed and applied to practice. Approaches to the evaluation of the student’s own practice are presented.
Course ID: 56951
Consent: Department Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Attributes: Writing Intensive
Requirement Group: You must have completed SOWK 480 and SOWK 481 with a grade of C or higher and be concurrently enrolled in SOWK 482 . You must enroll in SOWK 482 and SOWK 483 in the same enrollment transaction.
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SOWK 499 - Independent Study (1.00 - 3.00)
This course presents an opportunity for in-depth study of a particular social welfare or social work problem. It ordinarily requires a substantial research effort and a major paper. A proposal must be submitted and faculty permission and sponsorship must be obtained before registration. Variable credit course repeatable for a maximum of 6 credits.
Course ID: 56952
Consent: Instructor Consent Required
Components: Independent Study
Course Equivalents: SOWK 499H
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SOWK 499H - Honors Independent Study (2.00 - 6.00)
This course presents an opportunity for in-depth study of a particular social welfare or social work problem. It ordinarily requires a substantial research effort and a major paper. This course is repeatable for credit.
Course ID: 56953
Consent: Instructor Consent Required
Components: Independent Study
Course Equivalents: SOWK 499
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SOCY 101 - Basic Concepts in Sociology (3.00)
An introduction to the concepts used in all advanced sociology courses: basic elements of social structure, including primary groups and organizations, culture and society, socialization, social stratification and social change.
Course ID: 56753
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Course Equivalents: SOCY 101Y and SOCY101H.
Attributes: Social Sciences (GEP), Social Sciences (GFR)
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SOCY 101H - Basic Concepts in Sociology-Honors (3.00)
An introduction to the concepts used in all advanced sociology courses: basic elements of social structure, including primary groups and organizations, culture and society, socialization, social stratification and social change.
Course ID: 56754
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Discussion, Lecture
Course Equivalents: SOCY 101, SOCY 101Y
Attributes: Social Sciences (GEP), Social Sciences (GFR)
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SOCY 101Y - Basic Concepts in Sociology (4.00)
An introduction to the concepts used in all advanced sociology courses: basic elements of social structure, including primary groups and organizations, culture and society, socialization, social stratification and social change.
Course ID: 56755
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Discussion, Lecture
Course Equivalents: SOCY 101 and SOCY 101H
Attributes: Social Sciences (GEP), Social Sciences (GFR)
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SOCY 201 - Social Problems in American Society (3.00)
A survey of American social problems designed for the general student. Topics typically include race and ethnic conflict, crime and delinquency, population and inequality.
Course ID: 56757
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Attributes: Social Sciences (GEP), Social Sciences (GFR)
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SOCY 204 - Diversity and Pluralism: An Interdisciplinary Perspective (3.00)
An analysis of race, ethnicity, class, gender and sexual orientation in society. The goal of the course is to have students understand the sociocultural nature of human identity and diversity. In addition, the course will explore ways of enhancing communication across the boundaries that divide groups in a pluralistic society. Small group discussion of course material will take place throughout the semester.
Course ID: 50204
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Attributes: Culture (GEP), Social Sciences (GEP), Culture (GFR), Social Sciences (GFR)
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SOCY 205 - Civic Agency and Social Entrepreneurship (3.00)
By building their theoretical knowledge and practical skills, this course empowers and prepares students to work effectively in their communities, social groups and democracy to initiate and achieve social change. Students will analyze and evaluate prevailing ideas about effective citizenship, activism, service and politics, including conventional assumptions about the limits of ordinary citizens’ capacity to become agents of transformation. Students will work in teams to develop strategic plans for social change on campus and beyond.
Course ID: 100366
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Same as Offered: AMST 205 , POLI 205
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SOCY 220 - Urban Sociology (3.00)
The ecology of the city and metropolitan community, social change, stratification, complex organizations and social roles, and city and regional planning. Recommended Preparation: SOCY 101 or ANTH 211
Course ID: 56763
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Attributes: Social Sciences (GFR)
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SOCY 235 - Sociological Perspectives on Globalization (3.00)
This course is concerned with the impact of globalization on societies throughout the world. It will examine the concept and significance of globalization and its impact in advanced and developing societies on human rights, technology, women and the family, education, political and economic systems, crime and terrorism, religion, environmental issues, health, ethnic groups and minorities, and the concept of the nation-state. Particular emphasis will be placed on differences in world views from region to region internationally and how different regions have been affected by globalization. Recommended Preparation: SOCY 101 or ANTH 211 or GEOG 202.
Course ID: 56765
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
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SOCY 297 - Selected Topics in Sociology (3.00)
The specific topic will be announced in advance of the semester the course is offered. This course is repeatable for a maximum of 6 credits. Recommended Preparation: SOCY 101 or ANTH 211 .
Course ID: 56769
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Topics: Mthd & Mtrls Of Research
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SOCY 298 - Selected Topics in Sociology (3.00)
The specific topic will be announced in advance of the semester the course is offered. This course is repeatable for credit.
Course ID: 56770
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Topics: Perspect On Amer Global, Civic Imagin & Social Ent
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SOCY 299 - Independent Study (1.00 - 3.00)
Recommended Preparation: Consent of the instructor.
Course ID: 56771
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Independent Study
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SOCY 300 - Methodology of Social Research (4.00)
Principles of social research, including examination of issues in research design, measurement, sampling and computer applications. Course considers both issues in the logic of science and practical problems of data collection.
Course ID: 56772
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Requirement Group: SOCY 101 or ANTH 211 and Completion of GEP/GFR Math requirement, all with a C or better.
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SOCY 301 - Analysis of Sociological Data (4.00)
Statistical techniques related to sociological research, including measures of central tendency and dispersion, measures of association, correlation and regression, and statistical inference. Statistical software packages are introduced. Required Preparation: SOCY 300 and passing score on the Sociology Statistics Readiness Test or consent of the instructor.
Course ID: 56773
Consent: Department Consent Required
Components: Discussion, Lecture
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SOCY 310 - Social Stratification and Inequality (3.00)
The course covers theories and empirical research on various forms of social stratification. The focus is on social class, ethnic and gender inequalities in contemporary societies in an era of globalization. Recommended Preparation: SOCY 101 or ANTH 211 .
Course ID: 56759
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Attributes: Social Sciences (GEP), Social Sciences (GFR)
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SOCY 315 - Population and Society (3.00)
An introduction to the study of human populations in advanced and developing countries; changes in the size, composition and distribution of populations; the economic, political and social significance of populations and national population policies. Recommended Preparation: SOCY 101 or ANTH 211 or GEOG 102.
Course ID: 56775
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Attributes: Social Sciences (GEP), Social Sciences (GFR)
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SOCY 321 - Race and Ethnic Relations (3.00)
Sociological analysis of the types of minority-majority group relations and the effects of these relationships on society and the groups and the individuals involved. Recommended Preparation: SOCY 101 or ANTH 211 .
Course ID: 56777
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Attributes: Social Sciences (GEP), Social Sciences (GFR)
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SOCY 330 - Deviance in Contemporary Society (3.00)
An analysis of deviant activities, including crime, sexual deviation and mental illness. Sociological explanations of these phenomena and the strengths and weaknesses of these explanations. Examinations of the legal system and other social control mechanisms. Recommended Preparation: SOCY 101 , ANTH 211 or consent of the instructor.
Course ID: 56779
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
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SOCY 332 - Human Sexuality in Sociological Perspectives (3.00)
The course focuses upon sociological forces that influence sexuality and govern its expression. Topics include the sexual socialization of children and adolescents; teenage pregnancy; sexuality of single, married and older adults; governmental and educational services related to sexuality; sexual orientation; pornography; and sexual coercion. Recommended Preparation: SOCY 101 or consent of instructor.
Course ID: 50132
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Same as Offered: GWST 332
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SOCY 333 - Human Sexuality in Cross-Cultural Perspective (3.00)
Norms and mores that sanction and regulate human sexuality exist universally, but their particular forms vary widely from one society to another. This course examines theories that offer a sociological explanation for the variation of sexual attitudes and behaviors in both industrialized and nonindustrialized societies. Recommended Preparation: SOCY 101 or consent of instructor.
Course ID: 50131
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Same as Offered: GWST 333
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