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PSY 407 - Psychology of Criminal Behavior Credits: 3
Prerequisite: PSY 101 , PSY 201 , and junior standing PSY 305 , PSY 320 , and/or PSY 370 are recommended
What is criminal behavior and how does our attitude about crime ultimately reflect our personal theory of human nature? Who becomes a criminal and why? And what relevance does psychology have for the processes of investigation and correction? This course will address these and other issues from primarily a psychological perspective, focusing on the personality, biological, cognitive, and emotional attributes of the criminal and potential criminal.
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PSY 408 - Introduction to Counseling and Clinical Psychology Credits: 3
Prerequisite: Permission of the Department Chair of Psychology and Family Studies and PSY 201
This course introduces the student to some of the major theories of personality and associated systems of counseling and psychotherapy; applications and limitations of the various systems, and principles of treatment and ethical standards.
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PSY 410 - Industrial and Organizational Psychology Credits: 3
Prerequisite: PSY 201 and PSY 370
The purpose of this course is to examine factors within the field of organizational/industrial psychology such as employee motivation, selection and training, and organizational determinants of employee behavior. Major theories, models, research techniques, and findings of the science of I/O psychology will be emphasized in order to develop awareness and understanding of the aims and goals of the practice of I/O psychology.
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PSY 425 - Gender Development Credits: 3
Prerequisite: Senior standing and at least 9 hours of PSY coursework or permission of the Department Chair of Psychology and Family Studies
This course provides an in-depth study of theories and research on gender development from conception through middle childhood.
Also Listed as: WS 425 .
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PSY 430 - Basic Counseling Skills Credits: 3
Prerequisite: PSY 201 and PSY 408
Interactive lecture-lab. This course introduces the student to an eclectic model for counseling and psychotherapy with an emphasis on developing the basic interpersonal skills necessary to be successful in a professional helping field.
Also Listed as: FS 430
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PSY 449 - Practicum in Psychology Credits: 1-3
Prerequisite: Approval of the Department Chair of Psychology and Family Studies and practicum coordinator and PSY 201
The practicum experience provides the opportunity for a student to learn about teaching, research, or service aspect of the field of psychology. Students participate in a variety of learning activities designed to provide hands-on experience. Students may serve as practicum assistants in an introductory psychology course, in a faculty member’s research lab, in a human service agency, or another approved practicum site.
Note: Can be repeated for up to 6 hours.
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PSY 450 - Independent Study Credits: 2-6
Prerequisite: 12 semester hours of Psychology and advanced standing, or permission of the Department Chair of Psychology and Family Studies and PSY 201
In this course, the student develops the skills necessary to carry out psychological research. A written review of the literature on a selected topic, and a research project are examples of the type of work required.
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PSY 454 - Applied Statistics Credits: 3
Prerequisite: PSY 201 and FS 290 or PSY 290
This course introduces the student to current methods and applications of statistical procedures associated with common research designs.
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PSY 455 - Research in Human Behavioral Sciences Credits: 3
Prerequisite: PSY 201 and PSY 454
This is a basic course in the application of current research methods in the field of human behavioral research. The student is introduced to the selection and formulation of a research problem, development of a hypothesis, data collection and analysis.
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PSY 490 - History and Systems of Psychology Credits: 3
Prerequisite: PSY 201 and advanced standing, with a minimum of 12 credit hours of upper-level psychology courses, or permission of the Department Chair of Psychology and Family Studies
This course examines the philosophical and scientific roots of modern psychological thought. The origins of systems of psychology and the ways these systems were influenced by historical contexts and are reflected in contemporary psychology also are explored.
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PSY 499 - Special Topics in Psychology Credits: 1-6
Prerequisite: PSY 201
This course allows flexibility in the offering of coursework for students who are interested in topics beyond the regular curriculum in the major.
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REL 213 - Religions of the World Credits: 3
A comparative study of the major living religions of the Far East, the Near East, and the West. Class lectures supplemented by selected films and recorded music.
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REL 299 - Special Topics in Religion Credits: 3
A focused study of some topic in religion.
Note: May be repeated for a maximum of six (6) hours.
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REL 304 - Philosophy of Religion Credits: 3
A study of the rational justification of religious beliefs with an emphasis on the traditional arguments for and against the existence of God.
Also Listed as: PHL 304
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REL 308 - Western Women’s Roles in Religion Credits: 3
A study of the historical context of women’s roles and women’s significance in the religions of Western society.
Also Listed as: WS 308
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REL 327 - The Rise of Islam: The Medieval Middle East Credits: 3
This course offers a survey of Middle Eastern history from the rise of Islam until the emergence of the Mongol successor polities (c. 600-1500), focusing on political and cultural developments and their relationship with broader social changes during the formative centuries of Islamic civilization.
Also Listed as: HIS 327
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REL 331 - Medieval Christianity Credits: 3
This course examines the western Christian church and its unique influence on society from the early Christian period to the High Middle Ages, ca 200-1350. It focuses both on the changing intellectual and spiritual beliefs and on how those beliefs are manifest in institutional organizations and in the practices of everyday believers. It explores the impact that worldly power has on religious beliefs and how, at the same time, the church helped to shape secular society.
Also Listed as: HIS 331
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REL 335 - Religion and Politics in Contemporary America Credits: 3
This course introduces students to the fundamental impact of religion on the major dimensions of politics in contemporary America. The principle aim of the course is to create an understanding of how religion and politics interact in the pursuit of public policy rather than explore questions of morality.
Also Listed as: POL 335
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REL 355 - The Bible as Literature Credits: 3
Prerequisite: EN 102 and a 200-level English course or permission of The Department Chair of Languages, Literature, and Philosophy
A critical study of the literary themes and genres of the Hebrew Bible, the Christian New Testament, and Apocryphal writings in English translation. Focuses on themes such as exile/return and covenant and on genres such as origin stories. psalms, prophecy, wisdom literature, parables, epistles, and apocalyptic narrative.
Also Listed as: EN 355
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REL 380 - Native American Literatures and Religions Credits: 3
Prerequisite: EN 102 and a 200-level English course or permission of the Department Chair of Languages, Literature, and Philosophy
A study of Native North American worldviews in traditional oral texts, including myths, songs, and oratory, as well as the genres of personal narrative, fiction, and poetry. Readings may include oral texts in transcription/translation and works in English by Charles Eastman, Zitkala Sa, D’Arcy McNickle, N. Scott Momaday, Leslie Marmon Silko, and Linda Hogan, among others.
Also Listed as: EN 380
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REL 403 - Current Trends in Religion Credits: 3
Prerequisite: REL 213
An advanced study of ongoing trends in selected world religions, such as the rise of fundamentalism, growing pluralism and the challenges of inter-religious dialogue, the increase of women in religious leadership, and the need to respond to global issues like poverty and climate change. Builds on previous study in REL 213 .
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REL 405 - History Of Religion in America Credits: 3
A study of the relationship between religion(s) and various communities over the course of American history. The goal will be to try to understand the role that religion has played in shaping a community’s identity and understanding its place in the world and how that role has changed over time. The course will also examine the way in which religion has been shaped by society.
Also Listed as: HIS 405
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SM 100 - Science/Mathematics Seminar Credits: 0
Students will be exposed to a variety of research approaches, experiences, and career opportunities enabling them to gain a greater understanding of professional involvement in Science and Mathematics.
Note: Pass/No Credit Open only to Science and Mathematics majors. Students majoring in all Science/Mathematics programs are required to pass four (4) semesters of SM 100 for graduation, except for transfer students with 60 or more transfer hours who are required to pass three (3) semesters of SM 100 .
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SM 101 - Environmental Science I Credits: 4
Lecture and laboratory
Prerequisite: MA 113 or higher (not MA 123 ) or demonstrated proficiency in math
An introductory course covering global and local topics in environmental science. Fundamental concepts in biology, physics, chemistry, and geology will be examined and applied to contemporary and historical environmental problems so that the student can synthesize the body of knowledge necessary to understand environmental issues.
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SM 102 - Environmental Science II Credits: 4
Lecture and laboratory
Prerequisite: MA 113 or higher (not MA 123 ) or demonstrated proficiency in math; SM 101
An introductory course continuing the examination of global and local topics in environmental science begun in SM 101 . Emphasis will be given to critical analysis of specific problems and to understanding the models used to investigate these problems.
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SM 125 - Fortran Credits: 3
Lecture
Prerequisite: MA 113
This course will teach problem-solving methods using Fortran. Application will be made to problems in various fields but mathematical and scientific problems are stressed.
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SM 135 - Programming in C++ Credits: 3
Lecture
Prerequisite: MA 113
Problem-solving methods and algorithm development using the computer programming language C++. Emphasis on scientific and mathematical applications.
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SM 295 - Topics in Mathematics for Teachers Credits: 1-3
Prerequisite: Permission of Sciences and Mathematics Department Chair
In-depth content on selected mathematical topics, including their relation and application to the classroom. This course is primarily intended for in-service teachers.
Note: May be repeated for a maximum of 6 hours credit.
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SM 297 - Topics in Science for Teachers Credits: 1-3
Prerequisite: Permission of Sciences and Mathematics Department Chair
In-depth content on selected science topics, including their relation and application to the classroom.
Note: This course is primarily intended for in-service teachers. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 hours credit. Lecture.
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SOC 201 - Principles of Sociology Credits: 3
This introductory course provides an integral treatment of the fundamental principles of human association. Consideration is given to the nature of certain important social relationships, structures, and processes in which the student participates in home and community life, and to the understanding concerning them, which are derived from cultural anthropology and social psychology. An analysis is made of the structure and functions of major American social institutions, the ways in which they change, and the problems in contemporary society resulting from these changes.
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SOC 299 - Special Topics in Sociology Credits: 1-3
This course will address contemporary issues and advanced content areas in sociology.
Note: Eligible to be repeated for a maximum of six total credit hours
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SOC 303 - Social Problems Credits: 3
Prerequisite: PSY 206 , SOC 201 , or permission of the Psychology and Family Studies Department Chair
The purpose of this course is to give students the opportunity to investigate some of the major social problems of our changing society. The problem, theoretical explanations concerning causation and possibilities for remedial action are examined. Major problems discussed are: crime, sexual deviation, the population crisis, drug abuse and urban problems.
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SOC 305 - Marriage and the Family Credits: 3
Prerequisite: PSY 201 or permission of the Department Chair of Psychology and Family Studies
The purpose of this course is to study marital family interactions with emphasis on interpersonal dynamics and developmental tasks over the family life cycle. The course includes the study of sex role development, mate selection, adjustments within interpersonal relationships, communication in the family, parent-child relations, familial responses to stress, and family violence.
Also Listed as: FS 306
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SOC 311 - Communities Credits: 3
Prerequisite: SOC 201 or permission of the Department Chair of Psychology and Family Studies
This course investigates two broad areas of community knowledge: 1) the nature of community life, including the physical structure and growth of the city, the process of urbanization and its consequences, and 2) community organization of rural areas. The course includes a project that directly involves the student on an interaction basis with some aspect of community dynamics.
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SOC 359 - Juvenile Justice System Credits: 3
Prerequisite: SOC 201 or permission of the Psychology and Family Studies Department Chair
This course provides the student a view of the nature, extent, and causal explanations of the problem of juvenile delinquency. The perspective taken involves an examination of the roles of the police, the courts, correction agencies, and other agencies dealing with the delinquent and his/her rehabilitation.
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SOC 363 - Criminology Credits: 3
Prerequisite: SOC 201 or permission of the Department Chair Psychology and Family Studies
This course will examine crime; its causes, prevention and treatment; the nature, types and extent of crime; and preventive and correctional programs as part of the criminal justice system. Emphasis will be placed on integrating social process and social structural explanations of criminal behavior.
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SOC 456 - Minorities Credits: 3
Prerequisite: 6 semester hours in Human Behavioral Sciences courses, advanced standing, or permission of the Department Chair of Psychology and Family Studies
A study of the cultural heritage of various groups and an analysis of the changing place and role of minorities in American Society. Special attention is paid to organizational development and the role of conflict in the creation of ethnic consciousness, sexism, political awareness, and group cohesion. Contemporary problems involving minority groups are evaluated from the historical, social, and remedial points of view.
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SOC 458 - Sociology of Low Income Groups Credits: 3
Prerequisite: Six semester hours in Human Behavioral Sciences or permission of the Department Chair of Psychology and Family Studies
This course analyzes poverty and its accompanying lifestyle. It acquaints the student with problems associated with low income and poverty and possible means of remediation, and critically evaluates the relationships among the different areas of our socioeconomic system and their influences on poverty. The course also deals with the differences in poverty among the poor white and the poor black. The course is designed for persons entering service vocations who will have significant contact with persons in the poverty syndrome.
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SPA 209 - Anatomy and Physiology of the Speech and Hearing Mechanism Credits: 3
Basic study of the structure and functions of the organs of speech and hearing.
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SPA 303 - Introduction to Audiology Credits: 3
A survey of fundamental aspects of sound, the functioning of the auditory mechanism, basic methods of audiometric evaluation, and hearing-screening methods and program organization.
Note: Observation required.
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SPA 308 - Language Disorders in Children and Their Treatment Credits: 3
Prerequisite: SPA 210
Study of the identification, description, and treatment approaches for language disorders in children, including program design.
Note: Observation required.
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SPA 311 - Basic Clinical Strategies in Speech-Language Pathology Credits: 3
Prerequisite: SPA 308 and SPA 321 or permission of the Department Chair of Speech-Language Pathology
Overview of the basic strategies of therapeutic intervention for communicatively-disordered children and adults. Emphasis is placed upon rationales for selecting treatment models appropriate to individual client needs; the development and implementation of appropriate treatment programs; salient features of the client-clinician relations; and the assessment of treatment outcomes. Observation of diagnostic and treatment sessions required.
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SPA 313 - Speech and Hearing Science Credits: 3
Prerequisite: SPA 209
Study of the nature of sound, sound transmission, and units of measurement necessary to understand the physiologic, acoustic, and perceptual parameters of speech. Includes discussion of electro-acoustical instruments employed in speech, hearing and language research and testing.
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SPA 321 - Principles of Therapy: Articulation Credits: 3
Prerequisite: SPA 201 and SPA 209
A survey of current information regarding identification, causation, diagnosis, and treatment of disorders of articulation and phonological system in children and adults. Observation of diagnostic and treatment sessions required.
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SPA 350 - Program Planning in Speech-Language Pathology Credits: 3
Prerequisite: SPA 308 , SPA 311 , and SPA 321
This course acquaints students with issues in service delivery in various settings, with emphasis upon the public schools including laws; procedural safeguards; eligibility determination; development of caseloads, scheduling of individual and group therapy; cooperation with other professionals in the program; interactions with parents; accountability procedures; budget considerations; referrals; follow-up procedures; and in-service activities.
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SPA 400 - Clinical Practicum: Speech and Hearing Center Credits: 3
Prerequisite: Approval from the Undergraduate Practicum Coordinator
Supervised Practicum in the treatment of speech and/or language disorders in children and adults under the supervision of the faculty at the Speech and Hearing Center.
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SPA 403 - Strategies in Therapy for the Hearing Impaired Credits: 3
Prerequisite: SPA 303 (or its equivalent)
Discussion of methods of teaching language skills to the hearing impaired; amplification systems and their utilization; and current practices in education of the deaf.
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SPA 411 - Basic Diagnostic Procedures Credits: 3
Prerequisite: SPA 308 and SPA 321 (or equivalent)
The philosophy and implementation of procedures for the diagnosis and appraisal of communication disorders, with emphasis upon the administration, scoring, and interpretation of data obtained from observation and from diagnostic instruments used to evaluate language, articulation, fluency, and voice. Observation of diagnostic sessions may be required.
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SPA 449 - Neurology Credits: 3
Prerequisite: SPA 209 with a grade of C or higher or permission of the Department Chair of Speech-Language Pathology.
This course will provide information concerning the organization and function of the human nervous system. Emphasis will be given to the nervous system’s participation in human speech and communication.
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TH 150 - Theatre Practicum Credits: 1-3
Prerequisite: Permission of the Chair of the Department of Theatre
Entry level practical work in Theatre at the discretion of the Chair of the Department of Theatre.
Note: May be repeated, but no more than three (3) hours of credit total may be earned.
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TH 175 - Theatre Appreciation Credits: 3
An overview of the elements of theatre and kinds of drama, with hands on experience possible in different aspects of theatre.
Note: Fulfills Fine Arts core requirement.
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TH 176 - Playscript Analysis Credits: 3
Prerequisite: TH 175
A study of the script as the necessary foundation for the three-dimensional theatre experience, and techniques for deriving from the script information for a performance which realizes as fully as possible and with minimal distortion, the playwright’s expressive intentions.
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TH 200 - Practical Aspects of Stage Makeup Credits: 3
This course is designed to acquaint the student of theatre with the vital and functional relationship between make-up and art, and to demonstrate various types and styles of theatrical make-up.
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TH 205 - Fundamentals of Interpretation Credits: 3
A study of the fundamentals of vocal production and movement principles used by actors. Individual attention is given to the improvement of diction and voice quality.
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TH 207 - Creative Dramatics Credits: 3
Designed to introduce students to the use of theatrical tools (movement, imagination, improve, acting, directing, writing) as a method of teaching a variety of material to a broad range of ages. The approach of creative drama encourages the teacher to create and adapt exercises that can add an exciting element to learning for their students. The course is helpful to anyone who will be leading groups: teachers, camp counselors, and parents.
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TH 209 - Seminar for Playwrights Credits: 3
Students will participate in discussion of classic and contemporary play structure, complete specific writing assignments intended to exercise imagination, playwriting skills, and playwriting format, and will write a play.
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TH 217 - Stage Crafts Credits: 3
This course will include design, construction, painting of stage scenery, operation of stage and shop machinery.
Note: 6 hr. per wk
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TH 219 - Beginning Acting Credits: 3
This course is deigned to introduce the student to the fundamental principles of acting theory, required of theatre majors, and is geared toward actor training. Beginning acting can be helpful for anyone who may be entering a field where vocal and physical performance is of importance: teachers, newscasters, lawyers, executives, and salespersons. This course includes the reading of a number of plays during the semester.
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TH 250 - Theatre Practicum Credits: 1-3
Prerequisite: Permission of the Chair of the Department of Theatre
Intermediate level practical work in Theatre at the discretion of the Chair of the Department of Theatre.
Note: May be repeated, but no more than six (6) hours of credit total may be earned.
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TH 275 - Introduction To Design for the Theatre Credits: 3
Prerequisite: TH 217
The student will learn the fundamentals of design as they apply to a theatrical production (costumes and scenery) and will be introduced to the graphic techniques necessary to communicate their ideas.
Note: 6 hrs. per wk.
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TH 301 - Theatre as a Profession Credits: 1
This course is designed to help Theatre majors begin preparation for their lives after graduation whether this involves entering graduate school, or seeking employment in the professional theatre or entertainment industry.
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TH 317 - Stage Crafts II Credits: 3
Prerequisite: TH 217
Course will include design, construction, painting of stage scenery, operation of stage and shop machinery.
Note: 6 hrs. per wk
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TH 318 - Stage Lighting Credits: 3
Prerequisite: TH 217
A study of lighting equipment and its application to the theatre including instrumentation, control, color and design.
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TH 319 - Intermediate Acting Credits: 3
Prerequisite: TH 219
This course expands on the basic acting skills acquired in TH 219 (Beginning Acting) by requiring students to perform scenes from selected dramatic literature.
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TH 320 - Directing Credits: 3
Prerequisite: TH 217 , TH 219 , TH 318 , or permission of the Chair of the Department of Theatre
Introduces the fundamentals and practical application of the principles of play direction together with supervised laboratory hours in directing projects.
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TH 321 - Theatre Management Credits: 3
A study of theatre organization and management including such areas as arts leadership and development, publicity and promotion, box office operations, and budgeting.
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TH 360 - Internship Credits: 3
Prerequisite: Theatre majors
Student-planned work experience related to their major area of study.
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TH 400 - Seminar: Special Problems In Theatre Practice Credits: 1-3
Theatre production master class, focusing on technical and/or artistic demands of a play in production.
Note: May be repeated for up to a total of 9 hrs
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TH 419 - Advanced Acting Credits: 3
Prerequisite: TH 319
An intense continuation of TH 319 with emphasis on period styles and some avant garde materials.
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TH 457 - History of the Theatre I Credits: 3
A survey of historical developments in the theatre from classical era to 18th Century neo-classicism.
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TH 458 - History of Theatre II Credits: 3
A survey of historical developments in the theatre from the 18th century to the present.
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TH 464 - Costume for the Stage Credits: 3
A study of the historical development and practical aspects of costumes for the theatre.
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TH 475 - Advanced Design for Theatre Credits: 3
Prerequisite: TH 275 and TH 318
Advanced design problems in set, lights, costumes, sound, and props. The theoretical and practical aspects of the areas are emphasized.
Note: 6 hrs. per wk
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TH 476 - Dramatic Theory and Criticism Credits: 3
A survey of the theoretical literature involved in play analysis as it developed from classical times to the present, as well as the skills needed to undertake critical evaluation of a play.
Note: Requires research activity.
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TH 490 - Research in Theatre Credits: 3
Prerequisite: Permission of the Chair of the Department of Theatre
Supervised independent study, the content of which will address advanced work in the areas of design, directing, or production. Sample projects may include design of sets, lights, or costumes for a main-stage production; direction of a main-stage production; execution of specific production problems, such as scene painting, fabric dyeing, welding, and draping.
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TH 491 - Research in Theatre Credits: 3
Prerequisite: Permission of the Chair of the Department of Theatre
Supervised independent study, the content of which will address advanced work in the areas of design, directing, or production. Sample projects may include design of sets, lights, or costumes for a main-stage production; direction of a main-stage production; execution of specific production problems, such as scene painting, fabric dyeing, welding, and draping.
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TH 492 - Research in Theatre Credits: 3
Prerequisite: Permission of the Chair of the Department of Theatre
Supervised independent study, the content of which will address advanced work in the areas of design, directing, or production. Sample projects may include design of sets, lights, or costumes for a main-stage production; direction of a main-stage production; execution of specific production problems, such as scene painting, fabric dyeing, welding, and draping.
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UN 098 - Academic Recovery Credits: 3
This course is designed to assist students in overcoming academic issues that resulted in academic probation.
Note: This course does not count in GPA calculation, and this course does not count toward hours for a mjaor or toward graduation. Students who do not successfully complete his course will be required to re-take it the following semester of attendance.
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UN 099 - Turning Point Credits: 3
This course is designed to assist students in overcoming academic issues that resulted in academic suspension.
Note: This course does not count in GPA calculation, and this course does not count toward hours for a mjaor or toward graduation.
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UN 101 - Introduction to College Life Credits: 1
Prerequisite: Freshman standing or permission of the Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs
A series of freshman seminars focusing on a variety of topics: Professor-student relationships, the development of critical thinking and study skills, strategies to improve academic survival, time management, stress management, and assertiveness.
Note: All entering freshmen with fewer than 12 hours earned (excluding AP and CLEP credit, college credit earned while in high school, and college credit earned during the summer between high school graduation and fall enrollment) are required to successfully complete UN 101.
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UN 201 - Career Exploration Internship Credits: 1-3
The focus of this course is the exploration of career options for students wishing to experience the day-to-day functions of a professional working in a particular career field.
Note: Students must be supervised on site and under the direction of a faculty member, and record at least 45 hours of dedicated experience for each one (1) hour of credit.
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UN 301 - Junior Seminar Credits: 1
This course is designed to help students begin preparation for their lives after graduation, whether they enter the workplace immediately or move on to graduate or professional schools. Topics will include letters of application, interviews, developing a placement file, legal aspects of being a working professional, and career options.
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UN 390 - Study Abroad Credits: 6-18
This course serves as an administrative placeholder for students attending study-abroad programs sponsored by other universities or co-sponsored by MUW as part of a consortium agreement. This course will also facilitate such administrative actions as the application of financial aid. Students who successfully complete this course will receive a grade of S.
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WS 200 - Introduction to Women’s Studies Credits: 3
An introduction to basic concepts and interdisciplinary perspectives in women’s studies scholarship. This course will foster a critical analysis of the social and structural factors which shape women’s lives and an appreciation for the diversity of women’s experiences.
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WS 262 - Women in Spanish Film Credits: 3
Prerequisite: FLS 102 or permission of the Department Chair of Languages, Literature, and Philosophy.
This course examines both the stereotypical presentations of women as well as the amazing changes that women in Spanish and Latin American Cinema have undergone since the mid Twentieth Century. These images will be examined in the historical and social context in which they occur.
Also Listed as: FLS 262
Note: Spanish with Teacher Certification majors must take this course as a FLS course.
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WS 303 - Images of Women in Film Credits: 3
An examination of how women have been depicted on celluloid in both American and international films, from the early silents to today’s liberated cinema. Emphasis is placed on the student’s ability to evaluate the presentation of women in these films, based within the context of the society and the era that produced individual films as well as the place of women within a traditionally male-dominated commercial business industry, and how that presentation has evolved since the early days of the cinema.
Also Listed as: COM 303 and FLM 303
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WS 308 - Western Women’s Roles in Religion Credits: 3
A study of the historical context of women’s roles and women’s significance in the religions of Western society.
Also Listed as: REL 308
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WS 315 - Women Artists in History Credits: 3
Prerequisite: or concurrent enrollment: Either ART 102 , ART 211 , ART 212 or permission of the Art and Design Department Chair.
A survey of women artists and their contributions to the history of art, with special emphasis given to gender politics affecting their development as artists.
Also Listed as: ART 315
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WS 324 - Women in European History: From Antiquity to the Age of the French Revolution Credits: 3
A study of the role of women and gender between the period of ancient Greece to c. 1800 C.E.. By the instructor’s choice, this course may be focused on a specific temporal period (e.g. Antiquity, Roman Empire, Middle Ages, Early Modern, etc.) or a specific theme (Women as Mothers, Women’s Work, Sexuality, etc.).
Also Listed as: HIS 324
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WS 326 - Women in American History Credits: 3
Survey of the experiences of women in America from the seventeenth-century colonial settlements to the present, focusing on changes in the conceptions of womanhood and in the realities of women’s lives and work. Women’s participation in the social, economic, political, and cultural spheres will be studied in terms of the lives of ordinary women as well as of prominent individuals. Topics explored will include women’s domestic and wage work, marital patterns, the concept of sisterhood, the institutions of marriage and the family, legal rights, education, social and political movements.
Also Listed as: HIS 326
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WS 350 - Women in Literature Credits: 3
Prerequisite: EN 101 and a 200-level English course or permission of the Department Chair of Languages, Literature, and Philosophy
This course introduces students to both traditional stereotypes of women in literature and new ways to analyze literature by and about women. Using introductory feminist critical texts, students will learn to focus on what literature says and implies about women: their nature, their roles, their place in society. Readings may include works by Austen, George Eliot, the Brontes, Flaubert, Woolf, Stein, Welty, Atwood, Walker, Rich, and others.
Also Listed as: EN 350
Note: Elementary Education majors with an English concentration and English with Teacher Certification majors must take this course as an EN course.
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WS 351 - Women’s Experiences of Family Life Credits: 3
Prerequisite: PSY 201 with at least a C or WS 200
This course examines women’s diverse experiences in contemporary families and in the world as homemakers, wives/partners, mothers, care givers, and as paid and unpaid workers. Family studies scholarship is examined critically with respect to various themes, including the social construction of gender and validation of family diversity. The contradictory nature of the family as a source of/venue for control and oppression versus support, validation, and empowerment is also explored.
Also Listed as: FS 351
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WS 352 - Psychology of Women Credits: 3
Prerequisite: PSY 101 or PSY 206 or permission of the Psychology and Family Studies Department Chair.
This course will present an overview of the biological, social, and cultural factors that affect women throughout the lifespan.
Also Listed as: PSY 350
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WS 375 - Women in Medieval Literature Credits: 3
Prerequisite: EN 101 and a 200-level English course or permission of the Department Chair of Languages, Literature, and Philosophy
A study of the literature of the medieval period both by and about women, with special attention to the impact of the anti-feminist tradition. Some authors/works may include Chaucer, Julian of Norwich, Christine de Pisan, Beowulf, Sir Gawain and the Green Knight, Margery Kempe, and Marie de France.
Also Listed as: EN 375
Note: Elementary Education majors with an English concentration and English with Teacher Certification majors must take this course as an EN course.
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WS 382 - Women’s Health Issues Credits: 3
Prerequisite: Junior Standing
This course presents an overview of major health issues affecting women of all ages, races, and ethnicities. Emphasis will be placed on prevention, health promotion and becoming a critical health care consumer, while the impact of lifestyle issues and relationships throughout the lifespan on women’s health are explored.
Also Listed as: HED 382
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WS 384 - Strategies for the Managerial Woman Credits: 3
Development of skills to assume managerial positions with clear-cut goals and well-defined strategies for achieving objectives. Emphasis upon professional growth, career advancement, resume building, and balancing personal and career challenges.
Also Listed as: MGT 384
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WS 400 - Special Topics in Women’s Studies Credits: 3
Prerequisite: WS 200 ; Junior Standing or Permission of the Department Chair of Languages, Literature and Philosophy.
This course encompasses a variety of topics in women’s studies, covering all disciplines, including, but not limited to, seminars, research projects, hands-on internships in women’s archivalmuseum papers and artifacts, women’s oral history projects, internships in profit or non-profit agencies dealing with women’s issues, and/or independent studies in majors or minors which apply theory, concepts, and skills developed in sophomore or junior level women’s studies courses. Seminar topics or course activities/requirements may change with each course offering. This course can also include directed studies/research on a particular women’s issue in the student’s major or minor field, approved by the Women’s Studies Faculty Advisory Committee and the student’s academic advisor, and supervised (if necessary) by an affiliated women’s studies faculty member in conjunction with a faculty member in the student’s major or minor discipline.
Note: May be repeated up to six hours.
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