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Psychology (PSYC) |
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PSYC 457 - Directed Study 3 hours
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PSYC 460 - Introduction to Clinical and Counseling Psychology 3 hours
Contemporary theory and practices in clinical and counseling psychology. Psychotherapy interventions are studied from the psychoanalytic, cognitive, family, behavioral and existential perspectives. Research, legal and ethical issues are examined as they relate to the counselor as a person and as a professional. Prerequisites: six hours of psychology courses and junior standing.
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PSYC 472 - Psychopharmacology 3 hours
Introduction to psychopharmacology and the mechanisms of drug action in the brain and on the body, including: the fundamentals of pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, neuroanatomy, neurotransmission, tolerance and dependence. Major drug classes covered are sedativehypnotics, anxiolytics, psychostimulants, opiates, hallucinogens, antipsychotics, antidepressants, and mood stabilizers. Cross-listed as BIOL 472 . Prerequisites: junior standing; six hours of PSYC or BIOL coursework.
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PSYC 480 - Group Process 3 hours
Psychotherapeutic techniques used in small and large-group interventions, including reviews of the current research, legal, and ethical issues associated with paraprofessional and professional practices. Prerequisites: PSYC 101 and PSYC 460 .
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PSYC 495 - Integrative Psychology 3 hours
Required as a culminating experience prior to graduation. Capstone course integrating prior learning, exploring current research and contemporary issues in psychology. Writing intensive. Students enrolled in this senior seminar are required to take the Major Field Test for Psychology. Grade of C or higher is required for this course and all prerequisite courses. Prerequisites: senior standing, Psychology major; PSYC 101 , PSYC 324 /BIOL 324 /SOCI 324 , PSYC 325 /SOCI 325 , PSYC 381 and any additional 18 hours of Psychology courses.
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PSYC 499 - Advanced Psychology Internship 1-3 hours
An opportunity for students to practice acquired skills under close supervision in a professional environment. Permission to enroll in an internship must be obtained from a full-time psychology instructor at least one semester prior to enrollment. Maximum of six hours of PSYC 499 allowed per semester, with a maximum of six hours over the course of the degree. Students must complete 45 hours of experiential work for each semester hour. Course is graded S (S) or U (Unsatisfactory). Prerequisites: nine hours of PSYC coursework; 3.0 GPA in PSYC courses; cumulative 3.0 GPA. Corequisite: senior standing.
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Public Administration (PADM) |
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PADM 311 - Public Administration & Policy 3 hours
Examination of the growth, structure, role, methods and policy of the national bureaucracy and its role in American Government and society. Cross-listed as MGMT 311 /POSC 311 . Prerequisite: POSC 111 .
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PADM 315 - American Public Policy 3 hours
The various ways the American political system decides what issues deserve attention, how it makes policy decisions and the implementation of those decisions. Theoretical models for decision-making are discussed as are specific examples of public policy such as environmental policy, educational policy, health care policy, and more. Cross-listed as POSC 315 . Prerequisites: ENGL 112 , POSC 111 .
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PADM 320 - Non-Profit Organization and Management 3 hours
Managers in the non-profit sector face unique challenges. This course exposes students to essential skills facing managers in the non-profit sector such as grant writing, fundraising, managing technology, managing finances, working with private boards, public advocacy, and more. Prerequisite/Corequisite: PADM 311 /POSC 311 /MGMT 311 .
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PADM 325 - Public Financial Resources Management 3 hours
Exposes students to the budgetary process for public sector managers with a focus on political and legal constraints on these budgets, cash and risk management, budgetary forecasting, and more. Prerequisite/Corequisite: PADM 311 /MGMT 311 /POSC 311 .
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PADM 330 - Public Human Resources Administration 3 hours
Course focuses on human resources management in the public sector and addresses issues such as the recruitment, selection, and evaluation of employees as well as topics such as collective bargaining, employee discrimination, employee development and more. Prerequisite/Corequisite: PADM 311 /MGMT 311 /POSC 311 .
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PADM 335 - Methods of Public Decision Making 3 hours
How theoretical, philosophical, scientific, political, and social factors influence decision making in the public sector and methods used by public sector managers to make those decisions. Prerequisite/Corequisite: PADM 311 /MGMT 311 /POSC 311 .
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PADM 340 - Values and Ethics in Public Administration 3 hours
Course covers issues related to the ethical practices of public administrators including the proper role of unelected bureaucrats in government and how they relate to citizens. Students are exposed to philosophical arguments related to ethical behavior. Course does not satisfy the general education ethics requirement. Prerequisite/Corequisite: PADM 311 /MGMT 311 /POSC 311 .
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PADM 395 - Political Science and Public Administration Research Methods 3 hours
An introduction to the research processes used by political science and public administration. The scope of political science and public administration research and the methods used to address political and policy questions are studied. Cross-listed as POSC 395 . Prerequisite: three previous courses in political science or public administration.
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PADM 399 - Public Administration Internship 3-6 hours
Students complete 45 hours of experiential work for each semester hour. Students typically work in a governmental office responsible for administering public policy on the national, state, or local level or in the office of a non-profit organization. Students pursuing the Bachelor of Arts in Public Administration must enroll for three semester hours and students pursuing the Bachelor of Science must enroll in six hours. The directing faculty member must approve the internship placement. Prerequisites: POSC 111 ; MGMT 311 /PADM 311 /POSC 311 ; junior standing; minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA at time of registration of internship. Grades are assigned as S (satisfactory) or U (unsatisfactory).
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PADM 495 - Independent Study in Political Science and Public Administration 3 hours
Culminating experience for graduation with a B.A. in Political Science and B.A. or B.S. in Public Administration. Requires original research project and final paper. Grade of C or higher required. Cross-listed as POSC 495 . Prerequisite: PADM 395 /POSC 395 .
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Religious Studies (RELI) |
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RELI 101 - Religion and Human Experience 3 hours
Provides an objective setting to encourage students to examine religion and various religious traditions in the world, with opportunities to understand religion in the context of their own experiences. G.E. Course meets multicultural graduation requirement.
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RELI 124 - The Bible as Literature 3 hours
A literary and historical approach to major biblical selections and their influence on western literature, culture and philosophy.
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RELI 201 - Religious Classic Texts 3 hours
Introduction to the classic primary sources of world religions. From ancient Mesopotamia to modern classics of religious experience, the student reads, analyzes and compares the written accounts of human contemplation of the divine across time and culture. Course meets multicultural graduation requirement.
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RELI 202 - Asian Philosophy & Religion 3 hours
Examination of philosophy, religion, and belief systems of Eastern cultures, past and present. Students study the various traditional “systems of thought” from India, China, Tibet and Japan. Cross-listed as PHIL 202 . G.E. Course meets multicultural graduation requirement.
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RELI 350 - Philosophy of Religion 3 hours
Philosophical exploration of the classical issues of theistic religious thought, such as the reality of God, the problem of evil, religious language, life after death and the pluralism of religious traditions. Cross-listed as PHIL 350 . Prerequisite: PHIL 201 or RELI 101 .
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RELI 381 - History of Christianity: Early Church 3 hours
Development of Christianity from its origins to the eve of the Reformation. Emphasis is on the evolution of theology within the context of Western civilization. Specific subjects include ancient Hebrew thought, Hellenism, gnosticism, the historical Jesus, the Trinity, Augustine, medieval theology, heresies, etc. Cross-listed as HIST 381 . Prerequisite: HIST 101 .
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RELI 382 - Christianity in the Modern World 3 hours
Development of Christian thought from the late Middle Ages to the present. Emphasis is on the confrontation of Christian theology with modernity. Specific subjects are: the Reformation, Counter-Reformation, the scientific revolution, the Enlightenment, Liberal Theology, the Theology of Crisis, etc. Cross-listed as HIST 382 . Prerequisite: HIST 102 .
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RELI 390 - The Buddha and Buddhism 3 hours
Introduction to the study of Buddhist philosophy and religious traditions, beginning with the life of Siddhartha Gautama, through the development of Buddhism in ancient India-Theravada and Mahayana - the spread of Buddhism to China, Tibet and Japan. The course concludes with the examination of the coming of Buddhism to the West. Cross-listed as PHIL 390 . Prerequisite: junior standing.
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RELI 400 - Religion and Science 3 hours
A study of the contemporary encounter of science and religion in the light of their historical background, aims, methods, points of conflict and possible dialogue. Subjects include: logos and mythos, the case of Galileo, Newton, Darwinism, Einstein’s religion, creation and Big Bang, Creationism and Design, Anthropic Principle, contingency and necessity, God, secular humanism. Prerequisite: junior standing.
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Sociology (SOCI) |
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SOCI 111 - General Sociology 3 hours
Introductory study of small and large scale human social interaction and social organizations. G.E. Course meets multicultural graduation requirement.
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SOCI 112 - General Anthropology 3 hours
Introduction to the study of human physical and cultural evolution. Cross-listed as ANTH 112 . G.E. Course meets multicultural graduation requirement.
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SOCI 175 - Introduction to Theory-based Research and Writing 3 hours
Introduction to theory-based archival research processes and skills used in social and behavioral sciences research to produce manuscripts. Proposing research questions and conducting archival research. Using appropriate skills, producing written research findings in APA/ASA style and presenting research findings in a forum of peers. Students majoring in Psychology or Sociology must earn a grade of C or higher. Cross-listed with PSYC 175 . Prerequisite: PSYC 101 or SOCI 111 ; grade of C or higher in ENGL 111 . Core curriculum for PSYC and SOCI majors.
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SOCI 210 - The Sociology of Gender 3 hours
Critical examination of gender as a social construct. The role of gender in socialization, sexuality, family, religion, work, the mass media, education and politics. Cross-listed as WMST 210 . G.E.
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SOCI 214 - Family 3 hours
Survey of structures, functions, processes, alternative lifestyles and problems in the contemporary family.
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SOCI 216 - American Social Problems 3 hours
Nature and impact of contemporary social problems.
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SOCI 218 - Social Deviance 3 hours
Introduction to theories and models of deviant behavior. Reinforcement of the sociological perspective on human behavior. Social control and the construction of categories of deviance. Analysis of social conditions which impacts rates of deviance including violence, sexual deviance, mental illness, substance abuse, street crime and white collar crime. Societal responses to deviance. The uses of stigma to label deviants.
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SOCI 230 - Sports and Society 3 hours
Survey of social theories and projected role of the patterns of sports and heroism in society.
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SOCI 270 - Minority Cultures and Relations 3 hours
Survey of historical and contemporary minority/majority relations among various racial, ethnic, and gender groups. Focus on the social construction of race and ethnicity. Cross-listed with ANTH 270 . Course meets the multicultural graduation requirement.
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SOCI 310 - Women and Society 3 hours
Analysis of the social and cultural forces that shape women’s position in society; explanations and critical analysis of the gendered nature of our reality. Cross-listed as WMST 310 .
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SOCI 321 - Criminology 3 hours
Emphasis on sociological theories concerning the nature, sources, control, and prevention of crime. Topics include current trends in U.S. crime rates; media coverage of crimes; patterns of victimization; characteristics of property crimes, violent crimes, drug crimes, corporate crimes, political crimes, and vice. Critical examination of current law enforcement and correctional policies and practices. Prerequisite: junior standing.
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SOCI 324 - Statistics for the Behavioral and Natural Sciences 3 hours
The study of parametric and nonparametric statistics commonly used in the behavioral and life sciences. Included is analyses of relationship and variance, as well as effect sizes associated with each. Students majoring in Biology, Psychology or Sociology must earn a grade of C or higher. Cross-listed as BIOL 324 /PSYC 324 . Prerequisite: grade of C or higher in MATH 150 or higher-level math course.
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SOCI 325 - Quantitative Research Methods 3 hours
The study of applied research in the behavioral sciences, with an emphasis on design, methodology, results interpretation and theory building. Quantitative approaches are addressed, employing both parametric and nonparametric statistics. Cross-listed as PSYC 325 . Prerequisites: grade of C or higher in BIOL 324 /PSYC 324 /SOCI 324 ; junior standing.
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SOCI 327 - Qualitative Research Methods 3 hours
Understanding qualitative research and developing qualitative research skills, examining exemplars in the field, exploring the various qualitative research methodologies such as participant-observation and in-depth interviewing and the theoretical and ethical dilemmas associated with each. Data collection, writing field notes and transforming such data into written ethnographic documents are emphasized. Cross-listed as ANTH 327 /PSYC 327 . Prerequisite: junior standing.
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SOCI 328 - Independent Research 3 hours
Applying qualitative and/or quantitative research methods in applied research to produce manuscripts and academic conference presentations. Conducting archival and experimental or field research to answer research questions. Using appropriate research skills, producing written research findings in APA style and presenting research findings at a conference of academic peers. Cross-listed as PSYC 328 . Prerequisite: junior standing, 3.0 GPA, PSYC 324 , PSYC 325 .
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SOCI 331 - Juvenile Delinquency 3 hours
Emphasis on sociological theories concerning the nature, sources, control, and prevention of juvenile delinquency. Topics include current trends in U.S. juvenile crime rates; media coverage of juvenile delinquency; patterns of victimization; characteristics of crimes committed by juveniles. Critical examination of current juvenile correctional policies and practices. Comparison of various treatment models in juvenile delinquency. Prerequisite: junior standing.
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SOCI 333 - Topics 1-3 hours
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SOCI 336 - Gender and Globalization 3 hours
Critical analysis of the history and discourse surrounding development, with special emphasis on how the development process has affected women across the globe. Attention is paid to the often invisible connections between Western women and women in non-Western societies, including the perspectives and experiences of women across the globe. Topics include globalization; women, work and poverty within a global society; women, development and health; women and the state; the global sex trade; and motherhood across the globe. Cross-listed as ANTH 336 /WMST 336 . Prerequisite: junior standing. Course meets multicultural graduation requirement.
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SOCI 341 - Religion and Society 3 hours
Examines the sources and roles of religion in societies. Offers an introduction to the major sociological theories and concepts about religions and religious movements. Provides a cross-cultural approach to religious systems and practices. Focuses on how religion fosters social integration and community, but also power, oppression and discrimination. These themes are discussed using examples of the religious perspectives on and experiences of women, gays/lesbians, and ethnic minorities. Cross-listed as ANTH 341 . Course meets multicultural graduation requirement.
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SOCI 345 - Environment and Society 3 hours
This course explores the interaction between social processes and the natural environment. Taking a multidisciplinary approach (sociology and anthropology), and building on theoretical perspectives and cross-cultural case studies, this course investigates the increasing pressure of human activities on the environment, the globalization of environmental challenges, the privatization of natural resources (water, forests, energy sources, but also genes and genetically modified organisms), the policies encouraging this privatization process, and the recent growth of environmental social movements. Cross-listed as ANTH 345 . Prerequisite: junior standing.
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SOCI 350 - Social Gerontology 3 hours
Social, psychological and physical aspects of aging, including the consequences of the societal demographic shifts toward an increasingly aged society. Investigate the research on death and dying and the role of the elderly in our society. Additionally, generate an understanding of the theoretical perspectives on aging. Cross-listed as HUMS 350 . Prerequisite: junior standing.
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SOCI 355 - Directed Study 1-3 hours
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SOCI 356 - Directed Study 1-3 hours
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SOCI 357 - Directed Study 1-3 hours
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SOCI 360 - Social Psychology 3 hours
Theories, methods and research on the nature and causes of individual behavior in social situations. Cross-listed as PSYC 360 . Prerequisite: six hours of PSYC and/or SOCI courses.
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SOCI 365 - American Social Policy 3 hours
Emphasis on the nature and development of American social policy, including the history of current structures of social welfare services, the role of policy in service delivery and analyses of current social policy issues including family policy, health care policy, drug policy, tax policy, and other topical issues. Cross-listed as HUMS 365 . Prerequisite: junior standing.
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SOCI 375 - Social Movements 3 hours
Emphasis on sociological analysis of social movements of twentieth century America. Emphasis on the application of sociological theories to the conditions that facilitate social movements, from their development to how success is measured. Case studies of the Progressive era reform movements, the labor movement, the women’s movement, the environmental movement, the gay rights movement, the civil rights movement, ethnic identity movements, anti-globalization movements, Occupy Wall Street, and others. Cross-listed as AMST 375 . Prerequisite: junior standing.
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SOCI 380 - Sociology of Culture and Mass Media 3 hours
Emphasis on critical examination of contemporary mass media, including television, film, advertising and news; and sociological theories, history, social impacts, and political influences on mass media. Emphasis on information flows in democratic societies; sexism, racism, classism, heterosexism, and ethnocentrism in mass media; advertising and consumerism; popular culture; and the internet. Prerequisite: junior standing.
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SOCI 385 - Human Sexuality 3 hours
Exploration of sexuality from biological, psychological and social perspectives. Critical issues directly and indirectly associated with sexual behavior are addressed. Note: Human sexual behavior is openly discussed in this course and is illustrated in the textbooks. Cross-listed as PSYC 385 . Prerequisite: PSYC 101 or SOCI 111 .
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SOCI 388 - Fashion and Society 3 hours
Critical examination of fashion as an institution, shaping individual choices, and communicating social values and norms. Attention is paid to how fashion serves as a tool for individual expression and as a way to showcase social affiliation. Fashion is analyzed as both an art form and as a powerful industry. Topics include: art and industry; body; consumerism, dressing in modern society; global style; individual and group identity; inequality; social movements; and trends. Cross-listed as ANTH 388 /WMST 388 . Prerequisite: junior standing.
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SOCI 401 - The City 3 hours
Emphasis on the history, structure, and function of cities; current trends and issues facing U.S. communities; impact of demographic changes on communities; roles of corporations; governments; voluntary organizations; and individuals in shaping communities. The impact of urban design on communities; new urbanism; pocket neighborhoods; and international communities are also emphasized. Prerequisite: junior standing.
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SOCI 412 - Slavery and Human Trafficking: Past and Present 3 hours
This course explores how slavery and the traffic of human beings have been justified, organized, and practiced in different cultures and at different times. Focusing on three particular world regions (Africa, Asia and the Americas), and covering both historical and contemporary forms of slavery, the course uses anthropological perspectives to examine definitions and representations of slavery, as well as the economic, political and social forces that shape human exploitation cross-culturally. Cross-listed as ANTH 412 . Prerequisite: junior standing.
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SOCI 421 - Class, Status, and Power 3 hours
Emphasis on social stratification systems and social inequalities, including the areas of economic class, ethnicity, gender and sexuality. Analysis of theories of power in constructing and maintaining systems of social inequality; the creation of wealth and poverty in the U.S. and globally; sources and consequences of ethnic and gender inequalities; and the stratification system surrounding sexualities. Prerequisite: junior standing.
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SOCI 433 - Topics 1-3 hours
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SOCI 455 - Directed Study 1-3 hours
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SOCI 456 - Directed Study 1-3 hours
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SOCI 457 - Directed Study 1-3 hours
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SOCI 460 - Classical Social Theory 3 hours
Reinforcement of major schools of thought in sociology from the Enlightenment through World War II. Emphasis on theoretical thinking in sociology and analysis of the underlying principles and major works of Comte, Marx, Spencer, Weber, Durkheim, Simmel, Manheim, Martineau, Perkins Gilman, DuBois, Mead, Veblen, Adorno, Horkheimer, and Parsons. Prerequisite: junior standing.
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SOCI 470 - Contemporary Social Theory 3 hours
Survey of contemporary social theory, beginning in post- World War II era through the current era of poststructuralism, feminist sociology, critical race theory and queer theory. Includes the study of C. Wright Mills, Jurgen Habermas, Pierre Bourdieu, Immanual Wallerstein, Anthony Giddens, Michel Foucault, Theda Skocpol, Dorothy Smith, Adrienne Rich and Patricia Hill Collins. Prerequisite: junior standing.
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SOCI 485 - Feminist Theory and Methodology 3 hours
This course analyzes the intellectual debate feminism has inspired in academia. Analyzes the specific contributions of feminist researchers across the disciplines, specifically focusing on feminist methods of inquiry, challenges to the traditional science model, dilemmas of feminist research, and feminist theoretical contributions. Standpoint theory, research reflexivity, and questions of objectivity and subjectivity are among the topics covered. Cross-listed as WMST 485 .
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SOCI 495 - Integrative Seminar 3 hours
Culminating experience for the major. A capstone course to apply prior learning to probing major areas of research in sociology. Prerequisites: senior standing; Sociology major; SOCI 111 , SOCI 324 and SOCI 327 .
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SOCI 499 - Internship 1-3 hours
Involves the application of the student’s sociological knowledge and skills in an actual work environment under supervision. Sociology instructor’s and field supervisor’s permission must be obtained one semester prior to internship. Prerequisites: sociology major, senior standing, 3.0 or higher GPA in Sociology courses.
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Spanish (SPAN) |
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SPAN 101 - Elementary Spanish I 3 hours
Fundamentals of Spanish pronunciation, the building of basic vocabulary and patterns, oral work, studies in structure and reading selections. Not open to native speakers or students who have had three or more years of high school Spanish. Course meets three hours of foreign language graduation requirement.
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SPAN 102 - Elementary Spanish II 3 hours
A continuation of Spanish I, with increased attention to grammar and writing. Not open to native speakers or students who have had four years of high school Spanish. Prerequisite: SPAN 101 with a grade of C or higher or two years of high school Spanish with grades of C or higher. Course meets foreign language graduation requirement.
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SPAN 103 - Elementary Spanish III 3 hours
The development of the ability to use the language by oral-aural drills and readings, and beginning emphasis on writing compositions. Native speakers enrolling in Spanish courses will begin with SPAN 103. Prerequisite: SPAN 102 with a grade of C or higher.
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SPAN 104 - Elementary Spanish IV 3 hours
Continued development of the ability to use the language at the intermediate level, with more advanced grammar, and readings with a focus on a continued emphasis on writing in Spanish. Prerequisite: SPAN 103 with a grade of C or higher.
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SPAN 110 - Spanish for Medical Personnel 3 hours
Introduction to Spanish grammar with emphasis on basic communication; vocabulary for hospital use; knowledge of cultural characteristics of Spanish-speaking groups within the U.S. Occasional offering.
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SPAN 111 - Spanish for Law Enforcement Personnel 3 hours
Introduction to Spanish grammar for basic communication; emphasis on law enforcement terminology, legal instructions. Introduction to cultural characteristics and heritage of Spanish-speaking groups within the U.S.
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SPAN 112 - Spanish for Social-Service Workers 3 hours
Introduction to Spanish grammar with emphasis on basic communication; vocabulary emphasizes social problems; government aid to the disadvantaged, medical health, diet and problems of consumers.
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SPAN 203 - Spanish Conversation I 3 hours
Conversational Spanish using cultural-based materials and readings emphasizing the four skills: speaking, listening, reading and writing, as well as a review of elementary and intermediate Spanish-level grammatical points. Prerequisite: SPAN 104 with a grade of C or higher.
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SPAN 204 - Spanish Composition/Conversation and Culture 3 hours
Oral and written composition; review of more difficult grammatical constructions and idioms. Oral practice in everyday Spanish, discussion, idiomatic usage, listening, comprehension, speaking, as well as the introduction of elementary-level Spanish-American and Peninsular literature. Prerequisite: SPAN 104 with a grade of C or higher.
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SPAN 255 - Directed Study 1-3 hours
Individual students meet with the instructor to carry out a prearranged program of specialized study.
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SPAN 305 - Advanced Spanish Conversation and Composition 3 hours
Intensive study of comprehension, pronunciation and grammar, with brief written compositions and oral dialogues. Prerequisite: SPAN 102 .
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SPAN 306 - Commercial Spanish 3 hours
Composition of Spanish business correspondence; translating technical writing and commercial documents; documentary credits; international business transactions. Prerequisite: SPAN 305 .
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SPAN 499 - Internship 1-12 hours
Qualified students have the opportunity to work during the summer months in an international trade setting.
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Study Abroad (COLL) |
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COLL 177 - Study Tour Experiences 1 hour
Short term study abroad experience.
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COLL 277 - Study Tour Experiences 1-3 hours
Short term study abroad experiences. Subject matter will vary within the department’s field of study. Course may be repeated. Prerequisite: determined by instructor.
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COLL 377 - Study Tour Experiences 1-3 hours
Short term study abroad experiences. Subject matter will vary within the department’s field of study. Course may be repeated. Prerequisite: determined by instructor.
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COLL 477 - Study Tour Experiences 1-3 hours
Short term study abroad experiences. Subject matter will vary within the department’s field of study. Course may be repeated. Prerequisite: determined by instructor.
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Women’s Studies (WMST) |
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WMST 210 - The Sociology of Gender 3 hours
Critical examination of gender as a social construct. The role of gender in socialization, sexuality, family, religion, work, the mass media, education and politics. Cross-listed as SOCI 210 . G.E.
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WMST 310 - Women and Society 3 hours
Analysis of the social and cultural forces that shape women’s position in society; explanations and critical analysis of the gendered nature of our reality. Cross-listed as SOCI 310 .
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WMST 322 - Women and Gender in World History 3 hours
This course examines the history of women around the globe from 1500 to present. This course examines gender as a system of power relations that has been integral to the shaping of national and international politics and public policy and to the development of national and international economies. The class explores the meaning of women’s status across continents, cultures and historical periods; examines how women have attempted to define, maintain, or gain power in changing historical circumstances; identifies common dilemmas and struggles faced by women; and considers how changing definitions of gender have intersected with ideas about race and ethnicity throughout world history. Cross-listed as HIST 322 . Prerequisite: junior standing.
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WMST 336 - Gender and Globalization 3 hours
Critical analysis of the history and discourse surrounding development, with special emphasis on how the development process has affected women across the globe. Attention is paid to the often invisible connections between Western women and women in non-Western societies including the perspectives and experiences of women across the globe. Topics include globalization; women, work and poverty within a global society; women, development and health; women and the state; the global sex trade; and motherhood across the globe. Cross-listed as ANTH 336 /SOCI 336 . Prerequisite: junior standing. Course meets multicultural graduation requirement.
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WMST 343 - Gender Communication 3 hours
Examination of the significant role of gender in human communication behaviors as enacted in social spaces of daily life. Cross-listed as COMM 343 . Prerequisite: sophomore standing.
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WMST 373 - Women and Gender in American History 3 hours
This course examines the history of women in the United States from the colonial era to the present. This course examines gender as a system of power relations that has been integral to the shaping of American politics and public policy and to the development of the American economy. The class explores the meaning of women’s status across cultures and historical periods; examines how women have attempted to define, maintain, or gain power in changing historical circumstances; identifies common dilemmas and struggles faced by women; and considers how changing definitions of gender have intersected with ideas about race and ethnicity throughout American history. Cross-listed as HIST 373 .
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WMST 388 - Fashion and Society 3 hours
Critical examination of fashion as an institution, shaping individual choices, and communicating social values and norms. Attention is paid to how fashion serves as a tool for individual expression and as a way to showcase social affiliation. Fashion is analyzed as both an art form and as a powerful industry. Topics include: art and industry; body; consumerism, dressing in modern society; global style; individual and group identity; inequality; social movements; and trends. Cross-listed as SOCI 388 /ANTH 388 . Prerequisite: junior standing.
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WMST 485 - Feminist Theory and Methodology 3 hours
This course analyzes the intellectual debate feminism has inspired in academia, analyzes the specific contributions of feminist researchers across the disciplines, specifically focusing on feminist methods of inquiry, challenges to the traditional science model, dilemmas of feminist research, and feminist theoretical contributions. Standpoint theory, research reflexivity, and questions of objectivity and subjectivity are among the topics covered. Prerequisite: junior standing.
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