Apr 16, 2024  
2013-2014 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2013-2014 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 The department offers selected courses from this catalog as warranted by student needs and availability of faculty. Specific offerings for each term may be found in the Schedule of Classes.
 

 

Studio Art

  
  • SA 482 - Advanced Photography and New Media

    (4)
    In-depth individual study and group critique as students begin work on self-assigned projects as precursors to their senior thesis artwork.
    Prerequisite(s): SA 381 or 383.
  
  • SA 491 - Senior Thesis in Studio Art

    (4)
    Focusing on directed individual study, the student completes a coherent body of advanced art work, culminating in a thesis exhibition and thesis paper. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience.
    Prerequisite(s): senior standing, and either SA 480 or 482, and permission of instructor.
  
  • SA 495 - Independent Study in Studio Art

    (4)
    Directed individual investigation of specific problems in the visual arts. May be repeated in a subsequent semester on a different topic for a total of 8 credits.
    Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.
  
  • SA 497 - Apprentice College Teaching

    (2 or 4)
    Supervised participation in teaching an undergraduate course in studio art. Discussion of teaching objectives and methods.
    Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.

Theatre

  
  • THA 100 - Introduction to Theatre

    (4)
    Theatre as an art form. Topics include acting, directing, design, dramatic literature, theatre history, theory and criticism. Students will view selected plays. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the arts knowledge exploration area.
  
  • THA 101 - Foundations of Theatre

    (2)
    Foundation course for theatre majors and minors. Lectures, readings and projects exploring the nature of theatre, its literature in historical context, and the opportunities and responsibilities of members in an artistic community.
    Prerequisite(s): theatre major or minor.
  
  • THA 104 - Acting for Non-Theatre Majors

    (2)
    Acting experiences designed for non-theatre majors. The student will acquire basic acting skills, explore vocal and physical expressiveness, and gain confidence in performance settings.
  
  • THA 110 - Acting: The Instrument

    (2)
    Prepares the actors’ instrument for work on stage. Student actors discover their unique physical, vocal and emotional gifts and develop a respect for acting as a collaborative art.
    Prerequisite(s): theatre major or instructor permission.
  
  • THA 111 - Acting: The Script

    (2)
    The actor’s approach to script analysis. Focus on acquisition of an acting vocabulary, research methods, continued vocal and physical development, and basic audition techniques.
    Prerequisite(s): THA 110; or THA 104 and instructor permission.
  
  • THA 120 - Stagecraft

    (2)
    Survey of techniques of scenery construction and stage lighting, including proper use of tools and hardware in these areas.
    Prerequisite(s): theatre major or permission of instructor.
  
  • THA 121 - Costume Craft

    (2)
    Introduction to basic techniques of costume crafts. Various techniques such as dying, fabric stenciling, jewelry, mask making and puppet sculpting will be explored.
    Prerequisite(s): theatre major or permission of instructor.
  
  • THA 123 - Costume Construction

    (2)
    Exploration of techniques for basic costume construction, including hand and machine sewing, dressmaking, and use of fabric.
    Prerequisite(s): theatre major or instructor permission.
  
  • THA 124 - Elements of Design

    (2)
    Introduction to basic principles of design and their application to the art of theatre.
    Prerequisite(s): theatre major or permission of instructor.
  
  • THA 125 - Essentials of Theatre Design

    (2)
    Broad overview of the theatrical design process in each of the disciplines: scenic, costume, lights, sound, properties, hair and makeup. Introduction of terminology, design concepts, research and collaboration within the theatrical medium.
    Prerequisite(s): THA 124.
  
  • THA 211 - Stage Movement

    (2)
    Exploring character and relationship through physical action. Discovering idiosyncrasies and neutrality. Preference for openings in this course is given to theatre majors and minors.
    Prerequisite(s): THA 110 or permission of instructor.
  
  • THA 213 - Mime

    (2)
    Basic mime techniques for the actor, including imaginary objects, movement illusions, environment illusions, and useful skills for the actor’s imagination.
    Prerequisite(s): theatre major or minor or permission of instructor.
  
  • THA 214 - Alexander Technique

    (2)
    Technique for achieving greater ease and grace of movement, with special applications for the performing artist.
    Prerequisite(s): studio course in acting, dance, voice, or instrumental music. May be taken concurrently.
  
  • THA 215 - T’ai Chi Ch’uan

    (2)
    Learning the first section of the Yang style form, students will increase their awareness of current movement habits and learn how to replace old habits with those that allow greater ease of movement, requiring less effort and muscular tension.
  
  • THA 216 - Stage Combat I

    (2)
    Safe methods of creating the illusion of violence on stage. Hand to hand and basic sword work.
    Prerequisite(s): preference for openings in this course is given to theatre majors and minors.
  
  • THA 217 - Stage Voice I

    (2)
    Development of actors’ understanding and command of voice and speech for the stage. Preference for openings in this course is given to theatre majors and minors.
    Prerequisite(s): THA 110 or instructor permission.
  
  • THA 218 - Stage Voice II

    (2)
    Continuation of THA 217.
    Prerequisite(s): THA 217.
  
  • THA 220 - Theatre Ensemble

    (0 or 2)
    Participation in a production under faculty supervision. A minimum of 60 hours. Credit is available for on-stage and backstage work. May be repeated for a total of 8 credits.
  
  • THA 222 - Drafting for the Theatre

    (2)
    Study of the visual tools of scenic presentation: drafting, sketching, and perspective. Focus on principles and techniques of theatre drafting of ground plans, scenery and lighting. An introduction to computer-assisted drafting will be included.
    Pre/Corequisite(s): THA 124.
  
  • THA 223 - Drawing and Rendering for the Theatre

    (2)
    Study of the presentational skills of theatrical design. Focus on the development of skills and techniques in drawing and rendering for scenery, costumes and lighting.
    Pre/Corequisite(s): THA 124.
  
  • THA 301 - Theatre History I

    (4)
    Survey of theatre from its origins to about 1700, including dramatists, stages, production and acting. Representative plays will be read. Mandatory attendance at selected live performances. May include student participation in brief performance projects. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the arts knowledge exploration area. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in general education or in the major, not both. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
    Prerequisite(s): sophomore standing.
  
  • THA 302 - Theatre History II

    (4)
    Survey of theatre from about 1700 to the present, including dramatists, stages, production, and acting. Representative plays will be read. Mandatory attendance at selected live performances. May include student participation in brief performance projects. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the arts knowledge exploration area. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in general education or in the major, not both. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement.
    Prerequisite(s): sophomore standing.
  
  • THA 305 - History of American Musical Theatre

    (4)
    Focuses on dramatic themes, musical styles, dance innovations and the artistic elements of American Musical Theatre while exploring the artists, producers and audiences that reflected the changing viewpoints, beliefs and lifestyles of the nation.
    Prerequisite(s): sophomore standing.
  
  • THA 306 - Cultural and Historical Development of American Musical Theatre

    (4)
    Course for non-majors that focuses on dramatic themes, musical styles, dance innovations and the artistic elements of American Musical Theatre while exploring the artists, producers and audiences that reflected the changing viewpoints, beliefs and lifestyles of the nation. Not open to students who have completed THA 305. THA 306 may not be used toward the musical theatre major.
    Prerequisite(s): sophomore standing.
  
  • THA 310 - Acting: The Role

    (2)
    Actors’ synthesis of instrument and script as applied to creation of a role. Scene work drawn from significant plays in the realistic repertoire. May be repeated once for credit.
    Prerequisite(s): THA 111.
  
  • THA 311 - Stage Dialects

    (2)
    Study of several of the stage dialects most commonly employed by American actors. Methodology for independent mastery of additional dialects.
    Prerequisite(s): THA 111.
  
  • THA 312 - Acting: Shakespeare

    (2)
    Introduction to understanding and speaking Shakespeare’s language. Scene and monologue work for select plays.
    Prerequisite(s): THA 310.
  
  • THA 313 - Coaching for Actors

    (1)
    Prepares the acting student for performance, on-camera work, and monologue exploration, including study of style, performance practices, diction, interpretation, and audition preparation. Includes preparation of play repertoire appropriate to students’ level of proficiency and accomplishment. Course may be repeated for credit.
    Prerequisite(s): junior or senior standing and instructor permission.
  
  • THA 316 - Stage Combat II

    (2)
    Advanced methods of creating the illusion of violence on stage. Progression to rapier and dagger, broadsword and quarterstaff.
    Prerequisite(s): THA 216.
  
  • THA 320 - Scenic Design

    (4)
    Study of the process of designing scenery for the stage, including conceptualization, drafting and rendering. May be repeated once for credit.
    Prerequisite(s): THA 124. THA 222, 223 strongly recommended.
  
  • THA 321 - Lighting Design

    (4)
    Study of the process of designing lighting for theatre and dance, including conceptualization, instrumentation, plotting, hanging and focusing, cueing and board operation. May be repeated once for credit.
    Prerequisite(s): THA 124. THA 222 recommended.
  
  • THA 322 - Costume Design

    (4)
    A study of the process of designing costumes for the stage, including research, conceptualization, materials, and rendering. May be repeated once for credit.
    Prerequisite(s): THA 124. THA 223 strongly recommended.
  
  • THA 323 - Stage Makeup

    (2)
    A study of the process of designing makeup for the stage, including conceptualization, materials and application of two-dimensional designs.
    Prerequisite(s): theatre major or minor or permission of instructor.
  
  • THA 324 - Survey of Architecture, Fashion, and Furniture

    (4)
    Survey of the time periods most often used in theatrical productions. Each era will be considered through the architecture, fashion and furniture of the time. Connections will be made to the politics, music, art and literature of the era.
    Prerequisite(s): sophomore standing.
  
  • THA 325 - Costume History

    (4)
    Methods and styles of human dress from the Bronze Age to the present, including the roles of textiles and fibers and the importance of human decoration of clothing, skin, and hair. Several traditional ethnic cultures will be explored along with Western dress. Visual examples will be provided.
    Prerequisite(s): sophomore standing.
  
  • THA 326 - Properties Practicum

    (2)
    Exploring properties production for the stage including construction, upholstery, and sewing as well as the organizational and artistic skills required by the properties artisan.
    Prerequisite(s): THA 120.
  
  • THA 327 - Scene Painting

    (2)
    Techniques for painting scenery for the theatre including material, layout, faux finishes, and the organizational and artistic skills required for the scenic artist.
    Prerequisite(s): THA 120.
  
  • THA 328 - Sound Design

    (2)
    Study of the process of designing sound for the theatre, including the equipment and mechanics. Topics include music, sound effects, recording techniques, and amplification.
  
  • THA 330 - Stage Management

    (2)
    Study of the duties and the organizational, communication and leadership skills required of the theatrical stage manager.
  
  • THA 331 - Stage Manager Project

    (2)
    Student will serve as a stage manager or assistant stage manager for a departmental production under faculty supervision.
    Prerequisite(s): THA 330.
  
  • THA 340 - Playwriting

    (4)
    Creative writing for the theatre, emphasizing fundamentals of scene, character and dialogue development. Identical with ENG 308.
    Prerequisite(s): WRT 160 or RHT 160 with a grade of 2.0 or higher
  
  • THA 351 - Musical Theatre Workshop

    (1)
    Performance and study of repertory of the musical theatre. May be repeated for additional credit.
    Prerequisite(s): MUA 100.
  
  • THA 405 - Directing I

    (2)
    Theory and practice of play directing. Script interpretation, casting, staging, rehearsal techniques. Includes practical experience in directing scenes.
    Prerequisite(s): THA 104 or THA 110; and THA 120 or THA 121 or THA 123; and THA 124 and major standing.
  
  • THA 406 - Directing II

    (2)
    Continuation of Directing I. Culminates in the direction of a one-act play.
    Prerequisite(s): THA 405.
  
  • THA 407 - Advanced Directing Project

    (2)
    Direction of a lengthy one-act or full-length theatre piece under faculty supervision. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience.
    Prerequisite(s): THA 406 and permission of instructor.
  
  • THA 410 - Acting: Styles

    (2)
    Focuses on the requirement of various acting and period styles. Continued work on vocal and physical technique. Topics may vary. May be repeated once for credit.
    Prerequisite(s): THA 310.
  
  • THA 412 - Acting: Auditions

    (2)
    Preparation for theatrical and commercial auditions. Includes selection and preparation of monologues.
    Prerequisite(s): THA 310.
  
  • THA 413 - Musical Theatre Singing Styles

    (2)
    Focuses on the requirements of various singing styles and composers, including operetta, Sondheim, classical musical theatre, Webber pop and contemporary. Students will learn to adapt to various singing styles, build an audition repertoire notebook and be able to discern among styles.
    Prerequisite(s): THA 305 and junior standing.
  
  • THA 416 - Stage Combat III

    (2)
    Continuation of Combat I and II focusing on the skills needed to design and choreograph theatrical text-based fight sequences, effectively collaborate as a fight director within a production team, and manage a career as a fight director/choreographer.
    Prerequisite(s): THA 316.
  
  • THA 420 - Advanced Performance Projects

    (0 or 2)
    Participation in a production under faculty direction. A minimum of 60 hours. Students keep a journal and write a final summary of their experience. May be repeated once for credit. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience.
    Prerequisite(s): junior or senior standing and major standing in theatre.
  
  • THA 421 - Design Seminar

    (2)
    Advanced studies in theatre design of scenery, costumes and lighting, with an emphasis on the collaborative process. Career opportunities and preparation are addressed.
    Prerequisite(s): THA 320, 321 or 322.
  
  • THA 422 - Designer’s Portfolio

    (2)
    Advanced designers prepare portfolio and resumes for entry into the professional field of theatre production.
    Prerequisite(s): THA 320 and THA 321 or THA 322 and junior standing.
  
  • THA 423 - Advanced Stagecraft

    (2)
    Advanced techniques of scenery construction including welding, rigging, sound and special effects
    Prerequisite(s): THA 120.
  
  • THA 425 - Advanced Design and Technology Projects

    (2)
    Advanced student design projects produced under faculty supervision in the areas of scenery, costumes, lighting, properties, or sound. May be repeated for credit. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience.
  
  • THA 440 - Advanced Playwriting

    (4)
    Continued work on playwriting leading to complete scripts for one-act and full-length plays. May be repeated once for credit. Identical with ENG 412.
    Prerequisite(s): THA 340 or ENG 308; permission of instructor. English and theatre majors and minors.
  
  • THA 451 - Meadow Brook Estate

    (1)
    Musical theatre ensemble presenting staged and choreographed shows. Rigorous performance schedule in professional situations. Auditions are held prior to the beginning of the semester. May be repeated for credit.
    Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.
  
  • THA 460 - Special Topics: History and Literature of the Theatre

    (2 or 4)
    Study of topics of special interest chosen by department faculty and students. May be repeated for a total of 8 credits.
    Prerequisite(s): will vary with topic; permission of instructor.
  
  • THA 470 - Special Topics: Design Issues

    (2 or 4)
    Group study of topics of special interest chosen by theatre program faculty and students. May be repeated for a total of 8 credits.
    Prerequisite(s): will vary with topic.
  
  • THA 480 - Special Topics: Acting and Directing Issues

    (2 or 4)
    Group study of topics of special interest chosen by theatre program faculty and students. May be repeated for a total of 8 credits.
    Prerequisite(s): will vary with topic; permission of instructor.
  
  • THA 482 - Classical Theatre Study in Greece

    (4)
    Study, rehearse and perform a classical play in amphitheaters in Greece. Acting, voice, movement, modern Greek and theatre history. Visits to archeological sites and museums. Dates vary (3 weeks, June/July). English is the language of instruction/performance. Additional fees apply. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience.
    Prerequisite(s): audition/interview required, conducted early winter semester prior. Consult Theatre Program Director.
  
  • THA 490 - Independent Study

    (1 to 4)
    Normally for juniors and seniors.
    Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor and the theatre program.
  
  • THA 491 - Internship

    (2 or 4)
    Experience working with professionals in a variety of performing arts settings. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience.
  
  • THA 495 - Company Class

    (2 or 4)
    Close study of a selected play and rehearsal leading to a fully mounted laboratory production as the final product. Intended for juniors and seniors only. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience.
    Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor, by audition.

Wellness and Health Promotion

  
  • WHP 208 - Advanced First Aid/CPR Instruction

    (2)
    Fundamentals of First Aid Instructor training are provided, leading to instructor certification. Students identify appropriate first aid and CPR teaching methods, apply appropriate individual and group learning facilitation skills, and become conversant with the teaching of several advanced first aid and safety modules.
    Prerequisite(s): EXS 207.
  
  • WHP 210 - Water Safety and Lifeguard Training

    (2)
    Fundamentals of water safety and lifeguard instruction are covered, leading to certification. Students are provided with the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize, and respond to water-based emergencies, and care for related injuries.
    Prerequisite(s): EXS 207; ability to swim 400/m using breaststroke and front crawl stroke.
  
  • WHP 300 - Assessment and Interventions in Wellness

    (4)
    A systems approach to understanding functional anatomy, physiology, and lifestyle issues in relation to disease prevention and wellness. With the corequisite lab core, WHP 305, students learn health risk appraisal and physical assessment techniques that lead to the design of intervention strategies for health enhancement, and the prevention of disease. Prerequisite for Majors: completion of all required core courses with expected grade/GPA of 2.5 except WHP 401 and WHP 401, plus program direction permission.Prerequisite for Minors: completion of all courses required for the minor at a minimum grade of 2.5 and program director permission.
    Corequisite(s): WHP 305.
  
  • WHP 305 - Laboratory in Assessment and Interventions

    (4)
    This corequisite laboratory course complements WHP 300 by preparing students for the rigors of implementing health risk appraisals and physical assessment techniques. Design of intervention strategies for lifestyle and health enhancement, and disease prevention are covered. Prerequisite for Majors: completion of all required core courses with expected grade/GPA of 2.5 except WHP 401 and WHP 402 and program director permission. Prerequisite for Minors: completion of all courses required for the minor at a minimum grade of 2.5 plus program director permission.
    Corequisite(s): WHP 300.
  
  • WHP 310 - Injury Prevention, Control, and Safety Promotion

    (4)
    Epidemiology of unintentional or intentional injuries, including violence: Topics include magnitude and cost to society, issues, principles, models, surveillance, advocacy, educational, environmental and enforcement intervention strategies, and program evaluation, for safety in the home, during activities of daily living, sport, leisure, recreational, occupational, and high-risk activities. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the knowledge applications integration area. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in general education or in the major, not both. Prerequisite for writing intensive: completion of the university writing foundation requirement. Prerequisite for knowledge applications integration: completion of the university general education requirement in the natural science and technology or the social science knowledge exploration area, not both.
    Prerequisite(s): HS 302, WHP 350 and program director permission.
  
  • WHP 311 - Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Preparedness

    (2)
    Concepts, rationale, theory and practical applications of basic citizen preparedness for disaster survival and rescue skills are taught using the Department of Homeland Security CERT curriculum, leading to certification. CERT is designed to prepare individuals to help themselves and the immediate community in the event of a catastrophic disaster. Graded S/U.
  
  • WHP 315 - Laughter as Therapeutic Modality

    (4)
    Exploration of the health benefits of laughter therapy including mediatory effects on immune system functioning, pain reduction, and utility in stress management. Students will investigate the extant research relating to humor as a healing modality, while having opportunities to add to that knowledge through a laboratory component. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the knowledge application integration area. Satisfies the university general education requirement for a writing intensive course in general education or the major, not both.
    Prerequisite(s): completion of the university writing foundation requirement. Completion of the university general education requirement in either the natural science and technology or the social science knowledge exploration area. HS 201 or PSY 100 recommended.
  
  • WHP 325 - Issues in Women’s Health

    (4)
    Examines, medical, sociological, political and financial aspects of women’s health issues. Includes an historical look at women’s health in the U.S., the roles women have played in health care and the roles of women as health care providers. Identical with WS 325.
  
  • WHP 340 - Contemporary Issues in Personal Health

    (2)
    Contemporary issues in personal health are examined from biological, psychological, sociological, philosophical, and ethical perspectives. Exploration of personal protection and health issues related to human sexuality, substance use and abuse, anger, violence, and workplace abuse.
    Prerequisite(s): HS 201.
  
  • WHP 350 - Health Program Implementation

    (4)
    Needs analysis, planning, design, development, equipment, choice, delivery, and evaluation of health and wellness program implementation are emphasized. Students are introduced to topics including organizational development, program, human and financial management, staff selection and development, marketing, facility maintenance, health, safety, and legal issues.
    Prerequisite(s): Program director permission.
  
  • WHP 360 - Wellness Facilitation

    (4)
    Processes designed to facilitate optimum human interaction in a wellness setting. Fundamental issues related to the presentation of health promotion messages for one-to-one, small, or large group settings. Topics include individual and group dynamics, development, written and oral presentation of wellness-related information, non-verbal communication, debate, persuasion, leadership, problem solving, change and conflict.
    Prerequisite(s): HS 201 and PSY 100.
  
  • WHP 370 - Culture, Ethnicity and Well-being

    (4)
    Interaction between biological, social, political and cultural environments as they affect health, illness, and treatment. Includes historical, organizational, demographic, ecological, behavioral and other factors influencing health and wellness outcomes. Satisfies the university general education requirement in U.S. diversity.
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 100 and/or HS 201 recommended.
  
  • WHP 380 - Persuasion and Marketing in Health Promotion

    (4)
    Persuasion and marketing in health promotion. Persuasive activities in the development of health communication messages; critical analysis of persuasion, campaigns and movements related to the marketing of health images and health promotion; the theoretical basis of strategies and tactics employed to shape and change opinions about health related topics applied to contemporary events.
    Prerequisite(s): WHP 360.
  
  • WHP 401 - Internship in Wellness, Health Promotion and Injury Prevention

    (4)
    Supervised general experiences in a variety of wellness educational settings. Students must be approved to attend an internship site prior to registration. A list of approved internship sites is available through the program office. Satisfies the university general education requirement for the capstone experience.
    Prerequisite(s): Completion of WHP core curriculum and complement credits and program director permission.
  
  • WHP 402 - Senior Culminating Experience

    (4)
    Supervised project and/or undergraduate research experience at a specialized site, culminating in a written report. Students must have an approved project and site prior to registration.
    Prerequisite(s): GPA 3.2 program director permission.
  
  • WHP 405 - Special Topics

    (1 to 4)
    An advanced course involving study of current topics in the practical application of wellness principles. Topics vary. May be repeated for additional credit.
    Prerequisite(s): program director permission.
  
  • WHP 410 - Advanced Injury Prevention, Control and Safety Promotion

    (1 to 4)
    Directed study/project covering factors associated with non-industrial events resulting in injury or death, including critical appraisal of intervention strategies, and/or the design and delivery of a comprehensive intervention program.
    Prerequisite(s): WHP 310.
  
  • WHP 420 - Injury Prevention and the Environment

    (4)
    The interaction of people and the environment is examined relative to injury risk reduction. Physical, psychosocial and environmental challenge factors, including concepts in kinesiology, human-machine interface systems, plus wellness objectives of reduced energy expenditure, enhanced health and safety, and increased productivity and human satisfaction are addressed.
    Prerequisite(s): WHP 310.
  
  • WHP 431 - Crisis Intervention and Prevention of Self Harm

    (4)
    Provides an introduction to crisis intervention and the prevention of self harm from a health promotion perspective.
    Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor.
  
  • WHP 460 - Evaluation of Health and Wellness Programs

    (4)
    Systematic examination of how health promotion, wellness practitioners and researchers deal with the issue of measuring program effectiveness. Emphasis on the importance and difficulty of producing good evaluation data by studying problems of reliability and validity and exploring approaches that maximize the extent to which data reflect program values.
    Prerequisite(s): PSY 250; STA 225; WHP 300, 305, 310, 350, 360.
  
  • WHP 461 - Modalities for Healing

    (4)
    Healing differentiated from curative approaches, and an introduction to frequently used complementary and alternative therapies including massage, hypnosis, herbology, osteopathic manipulation, acupuncture, chiropractic, naturopathy and homeopathy. Critical examination of the techniques used, possible mechanisms, evidence for safety and efficacy, and professional training/credentialing.
    Prerequisite(s): HS 441 or HS 451.
  
  • WHP 462 - Healing Traditions

    (4)
    This course examines and compares Eastern and Western healing traditions. Origin, evolution, applications, and degree of acceptance of these healing traditions is examined with regard to individual beliefs, and in relation to cultural, historical, political, and economic aspects of competing health systems.
    Prerequisite(s): HS 441 or 451.
  
  • WHP 493 - Directed Study and Research in Wellness, Health Promotion and Injury Prevention

    (1 to 4)
    Independent problem-directed study and research focusing on wellness, health promotion and injury prevention issues. May be repeated for additional credit.
    Prerequisite(s): program director permission.

Women and Gender Studies

  
  • WGS 200 - Introduction to Women and Gender Studies

    (4)
    Interdisciplinary and comparative overview of fundamental women and gender studies concepts and topics as they relate to history, culture, literature, economics, class, ethnicity, race, theories and methods. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the social science knowledge exploration area, or may be used in lieu of one of the College of Arts and Sciences’ distribution categories, not both. Satisfies the university general education requirement in U.S. diversity.
  
  • WGS 207 - Human Sexuality

    (4)
    Identical with SOC 207.
    Prerequisite(s): SOC 100 or SOC 206.
  
  • WGS 300 - Women in Transition

    (4)
    Focuses on life experiences unique to women. Major issues include identity and independence, marriage, childbirth, adulthood and aging. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the knowledge applications integration area. Prerequisite for knowledge applications integration: completion of the general education requirement in the social science knowledge exploration area. Satisfies the university general education requirement in U.S. diversity.
  
  • WGS 301 - Special Topics in Women and Gender Studies

    (4)
    Topics vary from year to year. May be repeated for additional credit under different subtitles.
  
  • WGS 302 - Global Women, Global Issues

    (4)
    Examines lives of women in a global perspective. Takes an intersectional perspective that views gender, sex, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion and sexual orientation as influencing life opportunities. Focus on issues of health, war, religion, education, global economy and development. Satisfies the university general education requirement in the global perspective knowledge exploration area or the social science knowledge exploration area, not both.
  
  • WGS 305 - The Life Course in Anthropological Perspectives

    (4)
    Identical with AN 305.
  
  • WGS 307 - Philosophy of Gender

    (4)
    Identical with PHL 305.
    Prerequisite(s): WRT 160 and one course in philosophy or one course in women and gender studies.
  
  • WGS 308 - Population Dynamics

    (4)
    Identical with SOC 308.
    Prerequisite(s): SOC 100 or 205.
  
  • WGS 311 - Women and Politics

    (4)
    Identical with PS 311.
  
  • WGS 320 - Feminist Theory

    (4)
    Overview of variations in feminist theory with emphasis on current social issues. Includes analysis of categories such as gender, sexual identity, race/ethnicity and class.
    Prerequisite(s): WGS 200.
 

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