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SIS 2004 - Katrinaville: A Tale of Two Cities
This course interfaces ethnography, urban studies, and musicology in the treatment of tricentennial New Orleans. Three initial units present an historical overview with contemporary issues and the ruling oppositions and unities presented by artistic cultures, race, ethnicity, religion, geography, and political history. A final unit treats post-Katrina recovery with updates from the three disciplines. Students will engage in readings and discussions, give two reports, attend lectures, access documentaries and web materials, and complete a semester-long research project on the Creole city on a topic of their choice integrating two or more of the disciplines of musicology, urban studies, and ethnography.
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SIS 2005 - September 11th and Its Aftermath
Why did the events of September 11th happen? How has the world changed in its aftermath? How has the event been remembered and memorialized? How have domestic and global politics changed in its wake? How have artists and writers represented this event and shaped our understanding of it? This interdisciplinary seminar will critically analyze the events surrounding September 11th in an attempt to understand this seminal event in United States history.
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SIS 2006 - Southern Appalachia: Literature, Music and the Environment
From Johnny Cash and the Carter family to Alison Krause and the Dixie Chicks, from the novel Bastard Out of Carolina to the Academy Award Winning O Brother Where Art Thou? to visits to the mountains themselves – through a multidisciplinary lens, this course will explore the music, literature and environment of the Southern Appalachians in an attempt to dispel “hillbilly” myths and reveal the richness of the culture and landscape. Students will examine the music that came out of the mountain hollers to worldwide renown. They will hear the voices of Appalachian people in regional literature – short stories, poems and memoir – and in documentaries and feature length film. And they will encounter the beauty of the world’s oldest mountains and conversely the devastating impact of coal mining – from the local acidification of Appalachian watersheds to the toxic contamination of air streams that traverse the earth to its impact on global warming.
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SLM 3317 - Children’s Literature Credits: 4
This course presents outstanding literature for children in grades kindergarten through sixth. Topics include authors and illustrators, fiction and nonfiction, principles of selection, and using literature in the classroom. Students read books, discuss them in class, identify strategies for encouraging students to read, and create an annotated bibliography of books appropriate for elementary school students.
Prerequisites Education 1111 or Education 1141or permission of instructor.
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SLM 3318 - Young Adult Literature Credits: 4
This course presents outstanding literature for young adults in grades sixth through twelfth. Topics include authors, fiction and nonfiction, and using literature in the classroom. Students read books, discuss them in class, identify strategies for encouraging students to read, create an annotated bibliography of books appropriate for middle and high school students, and present book talks with teens.
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SOC 1104 - Introduction to Sociology: A Global Perspective Credits: 4
This course offers an overview of the discipline of sociology from a global perspective, focusing particularly on cross-cultural examples of social, economic and political relationships. It explores how social forces impact the structure of society and its social institutions as well as cultural patterns, groups, personality, and human interactions.
International Nonwestern; Social, Cultural, and Historical Understanding.
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SOC 1108 - Cultural Anthropology
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SOC 1141 - Images of Women in Law Enforcement
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SOC 1192 - Corrections Facilities
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SOC 2201 - Society and the Individual Credits: 4
This course examines the ways in which social life contributes to the development of individual individual behavior, ideology, and life chances in society. This encompasses issues regarding how individual thoughts and emotions influence social interaction, and how that interaction is shaped and constrained by social structure.
Prerequisites Sociology 1104.
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SOC 2202 - The Family Credits: 4
A study of the contemporary American family, its reaction to stress and its function in a rapidly changing society. The impact of ethnicity on families, family structure, and communication is emphasized. Students will review past and present novels, films, and television works to analyze and assess family roles and behavior. Students will participate in a family intervention project.
Prerequisites Sociology 1104.
Cross-listed with Social Work 2202.
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SOC 2204 - Social Psychology
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SOC 2205 - Criminology Credits: 4
A study of the theoretical aspects of criminal behavior and crime causation; the measurement of crime and crime statistics as well as techniques of crime prevention and societal reaction to crime.
Prerequisites Sociology 1104.
Social, Cultural, and Historical Understanding.
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SOC 2206 - Practical Applications in Law Enforcement Credits: 4
An overview of law enforcement components including a review of the English roots of America’s system, the historical development of modern law enforcement and correctional organizations, an analysis of these criminal justice components from an organizational behavior perspective, and an analysis of current challenges facing them. While corrections and courts will be covered, the focus of the class will be on law enforcement agencies. Students will conduct an in-depth study of a law enforcement agency.
Prerequisites Sociology 1104.
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SOC 2207 - Beyond the 9 to 5: Work in the 24/7 Global Economy Credits: 4
A look into the sociological study of work and occupations in the new 24/7 global economy, especially the analysis of the meaning of work, the role of large corporations, and the rampant growth of mass consumerism (the “work-andspend cycle”). Students will examine work patterns over time, the complications of balancing work and family life, and the effects of technological innovation on the nature of work. We will also consider the class, race, and gender variations in work populations and settings as well as variations in the types of work people do.
Prerequisites Sociology 1104.
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SOC 2212 - Wealth, Power, and Prestige in American Society Credits: 4
A survey of classical and contemporary theories and research on the development and consequences of class inequality in American society. Topics include status, social class, social mobility, class conflict, and income distribution.
Prerequisites Sociology 1104.
Multicultural; Social, Cultural, and Historical Understanding.
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SOC 2214 - Human Behavior and the Social Environment Credits: 4
An examination of human behavior throughout the life cycle. The course emphasizes the biopsycho- socio-cultural perspective in its exploration of functional and dysfunctional patterns of coping and adaptation. Various theoretical perspectives are introduced to explain human development.
Prerequisites Sociology 1104.
Cross-listed with Social Work 2214.
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SOC 2222 - Global Social Change Credits: 4
This course explores the nature of contemporary social change by examining the meanings of globalization, its central processes and institutional structures. It emphasizes the socio-economic, political and cultural implications of globalization. It pays particular attention to: the continuing struggle for development in poor countries; the relationship between globalization, inequality and poverty; the fate of cultural diversity in a globalizing world; and issues of gender, ethnicity, the environment, social justice, and human rights. The course evaluates the role of corporations and international financial institutions, global trade agreements, socio-economic structures and political institutions of some Third World countries and their relationships to metropolitan and industrialized power centres.
Prerequisites Sociology 1104.
International Western; Social, Cultural, and Historical Understanding.
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SOC 2225 - Aging: The Individual and Society Credits: 4
An examination of the social processes encountered in adulthood and old age, using a biopsycho- socio-cultural perspective. Included will be a discussion of theories and research, which explores the phenomenon of aging from an individual and societal perspective. Topics include productivity and social participation, cohort and intergenerational relationships, networks and social support, environment, and economic status. Discussions will consider the effects of ageism on the individual, and policy considerations.
Prerequisites Sociology 1104, or permission of the instructor.
Cross-listed with Social Work 2225.
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SOC 2265 - Special Topics in Sociology Credits: 4
The study of a selected topic in the discipline. Different topics are chosen for each offering, based on students’ interests and needs.
Prerequisites Sociology 1104 or permission of the instructor.
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SOC 2295 - Internships in Sociology Credits: 0-4
Supervised field experiences in appropriate settings, usually off-campus, designed to assist students in acquiring and using skills and knowledge of the discipline unique to the selected topic.
Prerequisites Sociology 1104 and permission of the instructor.
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SOC 2298 - Independent Studies in Sociology Credits: 0-4
Directed study planned and conducted with reference to the needs of those students who are candidates for departmental honors. Qualified students who are not candidates for such honors but who desire to do independent studies are also admitted with permission of the Department.
Prerequisites Sociology 1104.
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SOC 2410 - Work and Occupations
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SOC 2427 - Gender and Society Credits: 4
An exploration of the social causes of gender differences. The course focuses on the impact of society on gender roles and the impact of gender roles on daily life.
Prerequisites Sociology 1103 or 1104 and four additional prior credits in Sociology at the 2000+ level.
Multicultural; Social, Cultural, Historical and Understanding.
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SOC 3303 - Urban Sociology Credits: 4
This course studies the ecology of social processes, organization and problems of the urban community. Hence it undertakes an overview of the evolution of cities in the US and recent and contemporary local and global patterns of urbanization. Evaluates social, economic and political forces that shape cities by examining social issues in the urban setting: immigration, ethnic, cultural and class diversity; cross-cultural and international comparisons; population and environmental concerns. Also studies social planning by examining major concerns of urban residents and the role of local, state and federal governments in addressing these concerns.
Prerequisites Sociology 1104.
International Western; Social, Cultural, and Historical Understanding.
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SOC 3308 - Adulthood and Aging Credits: 4
Psychological and personality changes from young adulthood through old age; adult socialization and the age status system; changing concomitants of family relationships, employment, leisure, and retirement; health issues, psychopathology, and death.
Prerequisites Psychology 1106.
Cross-listed with Psychology 3308.
Offered in 2006-2007 and alternate years.
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SOC 3315 - Sociology of the Criminal Justice System Credits: 4
A study of the functions of police, courts, and corrections as institutions of social control in American society. The most effective methods of organization and analysis of these components of the system are emphasized. Students will participate in field trips.
Prerequisites Sociology 1104.
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SOC 3319 - The Development of Sociological Theory Credits: 4
The study of the major sociological theorists of 18th, 19th, and 20th centuries with special emphasis on Comte, Durkheim, Marx, Weber, and Mead. Emphasis is on the foundation of sociological theory and on using theoretical concepts to understand society. The course is designed to teach critical thinking and problem solving and to prepare students for the 4000-level courses.
Prerequisites Sociology 1104 and one additional Sociology course, 2000 level or above.
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SOC 3325 - Managing Systems in a Macro Environment Credits: 4
The integration of concepts from human service organizations, culture, groups, and thinking styles with contemporary human relations issues in the American workplace. Ethnicity, changing societal norms, gender, and employee assistance programs are emphasized. Students work in small groups and do analytical study with private and public work organizations. Students will be involved in field experiences with community organizations.
Prerequisites Sociology 1104.
Cross-listed with Business Administration 3325 and Social Work 3325.
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SOC 3328 - Social Inequality and Justice Credits: 4
An ethical analysis of the social structures of race, religion, gender, and class in the United States and how they contribute to social inequalities. Special attention given to the dynamics of social privilege and to various conceptions of a just society.
Prerequisites Sociology 1104, or 4 hours in Philosophy or Religious Studies.
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SOC 3335 - Women, Men, & Society
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SOC 3348 - Legal Forensics Credits: 4
Students will explore issues raised in court proceedings related to forensic testimony. Topics include insanity and competency determinations, civil commitments, probate and guardianship hearings, as well as questions surrounding juvenile and criminal cases.
Prerequisites Sociology 1104, and Sociology 2205 or 3315.
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SOC 3355 - Aging and Gender Credits: 4
A study of the impact of gender and society on human development in adulthood from midlife through death. Students are introduced to theories of feminism, and application is made to the adult development process. Topics include relationships in later life, social activism, retirement, multicultural and multigenerational issues, multiple losses, relocation, role changes, and policy issues.
Prerequisites Sociology 1104, or permission of instructor.
Cross-listed with Social Work 3355.
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SOC 3358 - Research Methods in Sociology Credits: 4
This course is an introduction to how sociologists generate knowledge. Students will be introduced to the most common methods of sociological research including survey, experimental, field, and content analytical methods. Philosophical, theoretical, and ethical issues that support sociological practice, as well as the more technical aspects of the research craft including measurement and sampling will be considered. Students will be provided with ample opportunities to engage in hands-on activities designed to acquaint them with the challenges of carrying out social science research. This course also serves to prepare students for both the Senior Seminar and the Department’s quantitative data analysis course.
Prerequisites Two Sociology classes, 2000 level or above.
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SOC 3360 - Sociology of Education Credits: 4
This course will examine, from a sociological perspective, the relationship between the educational system and society. We will analyze the dynamics occurring within schools and classrooms as well as the broader external influences that impact the educational institution in the context of an entire social system.
Prerequisites Sociology 1104, or permission of instructor.
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SOC 3365 - Special Topics in Sociology Credits: 4
The study of a selected topic in the discipline. Different topics are chosen for each offering, based on students’ interests and needs.
Prerequisites Sociology 1104 or permission of the instructor.
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SOC 3392 - Internship in Gerontology Credits: 2
Supervised field experiences in appropriate settings designed to assist students in acquiring and using skills and knowledge of the field of study unique to gerontology. Possible settings for internships include long-term-care facilities, voluntary health organizations, professional associations, senior centers, churches, pastoral counseling centers, social service agencies for the aged, and research centers.
Cross-listed with Biology 3392, Psychology 3392, Religious Studies 3392, and Social Work 3392.
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SOC 3395 - Internships in Sociology Credits: 0-4
Supervised field experiences in appropriate settings, usually off-campus, designed to assist students in acquiring and using skills and knowledge of the discipline unique to the selected topic.
Prerequisites Sociology 1104 and permission of the instructor.
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SOC 3398 - Independent Studies in Sociology Credits: 0-4
Directed study planned and conducted with reference to the needs of those students who are candidates for departmental honors. Qualified students who are not candidates for such honors but who desire to do independent studies are also admitted with permission of the Department.
Prerequisites Sociology 1104.
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SOC 3429 - Race and Ethnic Relations in the U.S. Credits: 4
A comparative approach to race and ethnic relations in the United States. The course compares and contrasts the experiences of multiple racial and ethnic groups. Special attention is paid to issues of privilege and power and the underlying historical and contemporary symbolic and structural factors affecting both intra and inter-group interactions.
Prerequisites Sociology 1104.
Multicultural.
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SOC 3430 - Medical Sociology Credits: 4
An exploration of the interdependent relationship between culture and health by studying ethical and political aspects of health, illness, and health care. Students examine the social meaning underlying how medical conditions are categorized, interpreted, and treated.
Prerequisites Sociology 1104.
Social, Cultural, and Historical Understanding
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SOC 4465 - Special Topics in Sociology Credits: 4
The study of a selected topic in the discipline. Different topics are chosen for each offering, based on students’ interests and needs.
Prerequisites Sociology 1104 or permission of the instructor.
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SOC 4493 - Critical Inquiry in Sociology Credits: 4
This Capstone experience requires students to participate in a learning community that will critically analyze a social problem. Students will employ the theoretical and methodological skills obtained through their experience as Sociology majors to synthesize the applied aspects of social issues and relate these to the key topical areas of sociology. Students will use their written and oral presentation skills to demonstrate proficiency in this course
(Capstone)
Prerequisites Sociology 3319 and 3358.
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SOC 4495 - Internships in Sociology Credits: 0-4
Supervised field experiences in appropriate settings, usually off-campus, designed to assist students in acquiring and using skills and knowledge of the discipline unique to the selected topic.
Prerequisites Sociology 1104 and permission of the instructor.
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SOC 4498 - Independent Studies in Sociology Credits: 0-4
Directed study planned and conducted with reference to the needs of those students who are candidates for departmental honors. Qualified students who are not candidates for such honors but who desire to do independent studies are also admitted with permission of the Department.
Prerequisites Sociology 1104.
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SPA 1101 - Elementary Spanish Credits: 4
The acquisition of oral/aural skills through intensive exposure to Spanish used both as the medium of communication and the object of study. It enables students to express their daily experiences accurately in spoken and written Spanish, and to understand communications of a moderate level of difficulty.
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SPA 1102 - Elementary Spanish Credits: 4
The acquisition of oral/aural skills through intensive exposure to Spanish used both as the medium of communication and the object of study. It enables students to express their daily experiences accurately in spoken and written Spanish, and to understand communications of a moderate level of difficulty.
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SPA 1103 - Elementary Spanish for Advanced Beginners Credits: 4
A review of basic grammar and the introduction of more advanced grammar, together with the acquisition of oral/aural skills that allow communication in Spanish in everyday contexts.
This course encompasses material presented in SPA 1101 and 1102.
By Placement
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SPA 1125 - Studies in Hispanic Literature in English Translation Credits: 4
Spanish and Spanish-American literature in translation.
Cross-listed with Comparative Literature 1125.
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SPA 1141 - Latinos in Hollywood
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SPA 2211 - The Hispanic World: Language and Society I Credits: 4
Practice in oral and written Spanish while analyzing the social elements and cultural expressions of the Hispanic world.
Prerequisites SPA 1102, 1103 or placement.
Second Language.
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SPA 2212 - The Hispanic World: Language and Society II Credits: 4
Practice in oral and written Spanish while analyzing the social elements and cultural expressions of the Hispanic world.
Prerequisites SPA 2211.
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SPA 2223 - Cultural History of Latin America Credits: 4
Historical and contemporary culture of Latin America.
This course is taught in English.
International Nonwestern. Social, Cultural, and Histroical Understanding.
Cross-listed with Cross Cultural Studies 2223 and History 2223.
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SPA 2230 - Spanish Conversation Credits: 4
An opportunity to improve speaking skills in Spanish. This course will include grammar review and specific vocabulary as well as intensive work on pronunciation and aural comprehension.
Prerequisites SPA 2212 or placement.
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SPA 2265 - Special Topics in Spanish Credits: 4
The study of a selected topic in the discipline. Different topics are chosen for each offering, based on students’ interests and needs. Previoustopics have included: Spanish for Business; Hispanic Roots; the Detective Fiction; Spanish for the Professions.
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SPA 2295 - Internships in Spanish Credits: 0-4
Supervised field experiences in appropriate settings, usually off-campus, designed to assist students in acquiring and using skills and knowledge of the discipline unique to the selected topic.
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SPA 2298 - Independent Studies in Spanish Credits: 0-4
Directed study planned and conducted with reference to the needs of those students who are candidates for departmental honors. Qualified students who are not candidates for such honors but who desire to do independent studies are also admitted with permission of the Department.
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SPA 3100 - Spanish House Study Credits: 1
Study related to participation at the Spanish Language House. Special emphasis is placed on speaking the Spanish language, participating in and organizing cultural events and conversation hours.
By Permission only
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SPA 3303 - Contemporary Latin American Culture/Cultura Latinoamericana Contemporánea Credits: 4
This course is a study of contemporary Latin American culture. Topics addressed include socioeconomic class, ethnicity, urbanization, changing family structure, education, religion, nationalism/globalization and the environment.
Taught in Spanish.
Prerequisites SPA 2230 or higher, except SPA 3100, or placement.
International Western; Social, Cultural, and Historical Understanding.
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SPA 3304 - Spanish Syntax & Composition Credits: 4
In this course students are going to improve their formal and informal writing skills in Spanish. The class will learn how to plan, write, revise, and edit academic papers in Spanish, preparing both majors and minors for greater success in Spanish and Latin American literature and culture classes.
Prerequisites SPA 2212 or higher, except SPA 3100, or by placement.
Junior Writing.
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SPA 3305 - Introduction to Literary Analysis Credits: 4
Critical methodology and vocabulary to do textual analyses in different literary genres. This course will familiarize students with major representative works of Spanish and Spanish American Literature.
Prerequisites SPA 2230 or higher, except SPA 3100, or by placement.
Textual Analysis.
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SPA 3306 - Spanish Literature I Credits: 4
A study of Spanish literature from the tenth to the seventeenth centuries. Students will become familiar with the most important writers of the period.
Prerequisites SPA 3305.
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SPA 3307 - Spanish Literature II Credits: 4
A study of Spanish literature from the eighteenth century to the present. Students will become familiar with the most important writers of the period.
Prerequisites SPA 3305.
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SPA 3308 - Spanish American Literature Credits: 4
A chronological study of Latin American literature. Students will become familiar with the most important writers of the period.
Prerequisites SPA 3305.
International Nonwestern.
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SPA 3309 - Historia cultural de España Credits: 4
A study of the diverse aspects of the history and culture of Spain. We shall examine the key factors that shape Spanish national identity, including the diverse religious, ethnic, and linguistic elements that constitute what is Spanish in both the past and the present.
This course is taught in Spanish.
Prerequisites SPA 2230 or higher or placement, except SPA 3100.
International Western.
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SPA 3310 - Advanced Studies in Spanish I Credits: 4
A course designed for upper-class Spanish majors with a different topic dealing with aspects of the Hispanic literature or culture each semester. See course offerings under Spanish 4410.
Prerequisites SPA 3305.
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SPA 3320 - Spanish/English Translation Credits: 4
Practice in the art of rendering a text from one language to another using both literary and non-literary sources.
Prerequisites SPA 2212 or higher, except SPA 3100, or by placement
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SPA 3365 - Special Topics in Spanish Credits: 4
The study of a selected topic in the discipline. Different topics are chosen for each offering, based on students’ interests and needs. Previous topics have included: Spanish for Business; Hispanic Roots; the Detective Fiction; Spanish for the Professions.
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SPA 3395 - Internships in Spanish Credits: 0-4
Supervised field experiences in appropriate settings, usually off-campus, designed to assist students in acquiring and using skills and knowledge of the discipline unique to the selected topic.
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SPA 3398 - Independent Studies in Spanish Credits: 0-4
Directed study planned and conducted with reference to the needs of those students who are candidates for departmental honors. Qualified students who are not candidates for such honors but who desire to do independent studies are also admitted with permission of the Department.
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SPA 4410 - Advanced Studies in Spanish II Credits: 4
A course designed for upper-class Spanish majors with a different topic dealing with aspects of the Hispanic literature or culture each semester. Course offerings include: Cervantes; Novela/Cine de España; Literatura latinoamericana contemporánea; La mujer en la cultura latina/Latinomericana; Voces de los márgenes de la literatura hispanoamericana.
Prerequisites SPA 3304 and 3305.
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SPA 4465 - Special Topics in Spanish Credits: 4
The study of a selected topic in the discipline. Different topics are chosen for each offering, based on students’ interests and needs. Previous topics have included: Spanish for Business; Hispanic Roots; the Detective Fiction; Spanish for the Professions.
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SPA 4495 - Internships in Spanish Credits: 0-4
Supervised field experiences in appropriate settings, usually off-campus, designed to assist students in acquiring and using skills and knowledge of the discipline unique to the selected topic.
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SPA 4498 - Independent Studies in Spanish Credits: 0-4
Directed study planned and conducted with reference to the needs of those students who are candidates for departmental honors. Qualified students who are not candidates for such honors but who desire to do independent studies are also admitted with permission of the Department.
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STA 2215 - Elementary Statistics for Social Science Credits: 4
Basic statistical principles and techniques; summarizing and presenting data, measuring central tendency and dispersion in data, basic concepts of probability and probability distributions, estimation of parameters and testing of hypotheses through statistical inference, linear regression and simple correlation.
Not open to students who have completed Mathematics 3324.
Prerequisites Mathematics 1001, Mathematics 1002 or placement above MAT 1002.
Quantitative Reasoning
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STA 2216 - Statistical Methods Credits: 4
Development of underlying assumptions, limitations, and practical applications of modern statistical analysis. Emphasis is on multivariate regression and analysis of variance and related computer techniques. Techniques of experimental design and statistical inference in various contexts are developed. Time series and forecasting topics are included.
Prerequisites Statistics 2215 or Mathematics 3324.
Quantitative Reasoning
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SWK 1122 - (FR) Concepts and Systems of Social Welfare Credits: 4
An introductory course designed to explore social problems and society’s response toward them. The course will examine the structure of human service delivery systems, and the impact of policy, politics, human behavior, and environmental conditions on these structures. An emphasis will be placed on the application of research and theories to these settings.
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SWK 2202 - The Family Credits: 4
An interdisciplinary approach to the family and its functioning that incorporates a historical perspective perspective as well as cultural, economic influences, communication, and folklore. Emphasis is placed on the biological, psychological and socio-cultural factors of family functioning within a micro, mezzo, and macro framework. A variety of theoretical constructs are explored that are useful in understanding family development and functioning.
Cross-listed with Sociology 2202.
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SWK 2214 - Human Behavior and the Social Environment Credits: 4
This course examines human behavior across the life span from the bio-psycho-socio-cultural and ecological perspectives. Functional and dysfunctional patterns of coping and adaptation are identified. Various theoretical perspectives are introduced and social issues such as domestic violence, substance abuse, and eating disorders are highlighted.
Social, Cultural, and Historical Understanding.
Cross-listed with Sociology 2214.
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SWK 2217 - Marginalized Cultures and Macro Intervention Credits: 4
An overview of social welfare in America with an emphasis on its historical development and current institutional nature. Students will be introduced to social policies and programs and roles of the social worker within these systems. The student will learn to identify social problems within the social welfare system and to identify alternative solutions to these problems.
Multicultural.
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SWK 2218 - Social Welfare Policy Credits: 4
An exploration of social welfare policy development with an emphasis on the identification of variables that shape human service delivery systems. The course will focus on American and international social policy development. Students will learn several policy analysis models and examine a social policy on the local, state, or federal level. Students will become familiar with the NASE Code of Ethics and its application to generalist practice.
Prerequisites Social Work 2217.
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SWK 2225 - Aging: The Individual and Society Credits: 4
An examination of the social processes encountered in adulthood and old age, using a bio-psycho-socio-cultural perspective. Included will be a discussion of theories and research, which explores the phenomenon of aging from an individual and societal perspective. Topics include productivity and social participation, cohort and intergenerational relationships, networks and social support, environment, and economic status. Discussions will consider the effects of ageism on the individual, and policy considerations.
Prerequisites Sociology 1104 or permission of the instructor.
Cross-listed with Sociology 2225.
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SWK 2265 - Special Topics in Social Work Credits: 4
The study of a selected topic in the discipline. Different topics are chosen for each offering, based on students’ interests and needs.
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SWK 2274 - Drama Therapy Credits: 4
This course is a group process emphasizing play, spontaneity, embodiment, relatedness and role flexibility. This course will use experiential ways of learning both the theory and processes of drama therapy. Drama therapy techniques can be used to work with groups in clinical, education, corporate and social service settings. The course is especially useful for (1) theatre arts students who are interested in applying their skills to “real world” situations, and (2) for social work, psychology, education, communication or business students who wish to learn embodied, spontaneous ways to approach group process and content.
Prerequisites Theatre Arts 1117 or Social Work/Sociology 2214.
Creative Expression.
Cross-listed with Theatre Arts 2274.
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SWK 2295 - Internships in Social Work Credits: 0-4
Supervised field experiences in appropriate settings, usually off-campus, designed to assist students in acquiring and using skills and knowledge of the discipline unique to the selected topic.
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SWK 2298 - Independent Studies in Social Work Credits: 0-4
Directed study planned and conducted with reference to the needs of those students who are candidates for departmental honors. Qualified students who are not candidates for such honors but who desire to do independent studies are also admitted with permission of the Department.
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SWK 3318 - Social Work in Special Practice Fields Credits: 4
An in-depth study of programs, policies, and practices in a specialized area of social service. Unique needs of the service population and appropriate intervention techniques are emphasized.
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SWK 3322 - Social Work Practice I Credits: 4
An introduction to the conceptual framework for generalist practice with individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities. Students are introduced to the common knowledge, values, techniques, and skills that serve as the foundation for social work practice. The ecosystems and strengths perspective are emphasized throughout the course.
Prerequisites Social Work 2217.
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SWK 3325 - Managing Systems in a Macro Environment Credits: 4
Within a person-environment framework, this course presents social and organizational theories, which allow for a critical analysis of communities, social institutions, and social organizations. Human relations issues as they pertain to the workplace are explored. Social inequalities and social injustices are examined while issues such as affirmative action, equal opportunity, and human diversity are understood more fully.
Cross-listed with Business Administration 3325 and Sociology 3325.
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SWK 3349 - Methods of Social Work Research Credits: 4
This course provides an introduction to quantitative and qualitative research methodology within social work practice. Techniques of social research will be applied to the study of social work problems and programs. The evaluation of social work practice will be emphasized and ethical issues will be explored from a researcher’s perspective and students will critically examine existing research studies.
Prerequisites Social Work 2217.
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SWK 3355 - Aging and Gender Credits: 4
A study of the impact of gender and society on human development in adulthood from mid-life through death. Students are introduced to theories of feminism and application is made to the adult development process. Topics include relationships in later life, social activism, retirement, multicultural and multigenerational issues, multiple losses, relocation, role changes, and policy issues.
Prerequisites Sociology 1104 or permission of the instructor (for minors).
Cross-listed with Sociology 3355.
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SWK 3365 - Special Topics in Social Work Credits: 4
The study of a selected topic in the discipline. Different topics are chosen for each offering, based on students’ interests and needs.
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SWK 3392 - Internship in Gerontology Credits: 2
Supervised field experiences in appropriate settings designed to assist students in acquiring and using skills and knowledge of the field of study unique to gerontology. Possible settings for internships include long-term care facilities, voluntary health organizations, professional associations, senior centers, churches, pastoral counseling centers, social service agencies for the aged, and research centers.
Cross-listed with Biology 3392, Psychology 3392, Religious Studies 3392, and Sociology 3392.
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SWK 3395 - Internships in Social Work Credits: 0-4
Supervised field experiences in appropriate settings, usually off-campus, designed to assist students in acquiring and using skills and knowledge of the discipline unique to the selected topic.
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SWK 3398 - Independent Studies in Social Work Credits: 0-4
Directed study planned and conducted with reference to the needs of those students who are candidates for departmental honors. Qualified students who are not candidates for such honors but who desire to do independent studies are also admitted with permission of the Department.
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SWK 4409 - Social Work Practice II Credits: 4
This course expands upon the theoretical aspects of the skills, knowledge, and values in the core methods of social work macro level practice, and intervention. Students simultaneous experience in the field provides the capacity for students to apply abstract knowledge to real situations derived from the field practicum. Community/organizational assessment, change efforts, and evaluation are emphasized.
Prerequisites Social Work 2214, 2217, 2218, 3322.
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SWK 4415 - Field Instruction Seminar I Credits: 2
A weekly seminar focusing on integration of social work concepts and theories with field instruction. Emphasis is on preparing students for generalist practice with a diversity of population groups and within systems of various sizes. Assignments are related to students’ agency experiences. Practice evaluation, social work, ethics, and the development of the professional self are emphasized.
Prerequisites Social Work 3322.
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SWK 4416 - Field Instruction Seminar II Credits: 2
A weekly seminar focusing on integration of social work concepts and theories with field instruction. Emphasis is on preparing students for generalist practice with a diversity of population groups and within systems of various sizes. Assignments are related to students’ agency experiences. Practice evaluation, social work, ethics, and the development of the professional self are emphasized.
Prerequisites Social Work 3322.
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SWK 4417 - Field Instruction in Social Work I Credits: 4
Supervised experience in the practice of generalist social work in a community social agency. Students assume direct service responsibility using a variety of social work methods and roles. Each student is assigned to a specific agency for the year.
Sixteen hours of field instruction per week is required.
Prerequisites Social Work 3322 and permission of the instructor.
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SWK 4418 - Field Instruction in Social Work II Credits: 4
Supervised experience in the practice of generalist social work in a community social agency. Students assume direct service responsibility using a variety of social work methods and roles. Each student is assigned to a specific agency for the year.
Sixteen hours of field instruction per week is required.
Prerequisites Social Work 3322 and permission of the instructor.
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