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Course Descriptions

 

Political Science
  

  • PLS 4190. Topics in Terrorism (3 credits)

    This course will provide an in-depth study of the field of terrorism relative to its impact on national security and comparative international politics. PREREQ: PLS 1000  and CRJ 2010 .

  

  • PLS 4200. Special Topics in Comparative Politics (3 credits)

    An in depth study of a selected topic from the field of comparative politics. PREREQ: PLS 1000  or PLS 1010 .

  

  • PLS 4225. Environmental Politics and Policy (3 credits)

    An analysis of environmentalism as a political phenomenon. Examines controversial political issues about environmental matters and analyzes the impacts of these issues on the formulation and implementation of governmental policies and regulations.

  

  • PLS 4300. Special Topics in International Politics (3 credits)

    An in depth study of a selected topic in the field of international politics. PREREQ: PLS 1000  or PLS 1010 .

  

  • PLS 4400. Comparative Public Administration (3 credits)

    Examination and analysis are made of the administrative systems of foreign governments of selected Western and non Western countries; attention is given to practices applicable to administration in the United States. PREREQ: PLS 1000  or PLS 1010 .

  

  • PLS 4510. American Foreign Policy (3 credits)

    This course examines how United States foreign policy is both created and conducted. It characterizes American foreign policy in general, looks at how government institutions act and interact with one another on foreign policy issues, and discusses the position of the United States in world politics. The roles and interrelations of the executive, Congress, the departments of state and defense, the intelligence community, the media, and public opinion are areas that may be covered. PREREQ: PLS 1000  or PLS 1010 .

  

  • PLS 4990. Independent Study in Political Science (1-3 credits)

    Directed reading and research under the guidance of the instructor in a specific area or problem in political science. Scheduled only for senior political science majors with the approval of the Chair of the Department. PREREQ: PLS 1000  or PLS 1010  and permission of instructor.

  

  • PLS 5400. Systems of State and Local Government (3 credits)

    Systematic survey of municipal, county, special district, and state governments, with special emphasis on critical examination of their roles and problems in the decision making process of respective political subdivisions.

  

  • PLS 5450. American Political Process (3 credits)

    Examination of American political and governmental institutions and analysis of their process, relationship, and roles in the dynamics of the political system.


Special Topics in Political Science
  

  • PLSS 3000. Regional Area Studies (3 credits)

    These courses examine the politics and governments of specific geographic regions. Selected countries within each region may be identified for in-depth comparison. Topics may include political culture, political thought, geography, history, political and economic development, and comparative public policy. The courses may contain an analysis of the foreign policies of a specific geographic region with special attention to the role of the U.S. in that area. Asia, Africa, Latin America, Europe, and the Middle East are areas for possible study in t his course. The area of study and specific focus will rotate. PREREQ: PLS 1000   or PLS 1010 .

  

  • PLSS 3100. Regional Area Studies (3 credits)

    These courses examine the politics and governments of specific geographic regions. Selected countries within each region may be identified for in-depth comparison. Topics may include political culture, political thought, geography, history, political and economic development, and comparative public policy. The courses may contain an analysis of the foreign policies of a specific geographic region with special attention to the role of the U.S. in that area. Asia, Africa, Latin America, Europe, and the Middle East are areas for possible study in t his course. The area of study and specific focus will rotate. PREREQ: PLS 1000  or PLS 1010 .


Public Relations
  

  • PRE 2200. Introduction to Public Relations (3 credits)

    An introduction to public relations as a part of mass communications, with emphasis on the publicity process, especially writing for newspapers and broadcasting stations.

  

  • PRE 2700. Introduction to Advertising (3 credits)

    An introduction to the nature and function of advertising, including advertising in newspapers, magazines, radio, television, and other mass media. The relationships among media, messages, and audiences are examined from a mass communication perspective. PREREQ: MCM 2100 .

  

  • PRE 3450. Computer‑Assisted Editing and Publication Design (3 credits)

    Using computers to edit publications copy and to design newsletters, brochures, pamphlets, and similar printed material.

  

  • PRE 3500. Organizational Communications (3 credits)

    Communication between an organization and its internal publics, especially employees, students, and clients. Study of the behavior of people and their relationships in organizations and how that behavior can be understood, anticipated, coped with, and improved. PREREQ: PRE 2200  or consent of instructor.

  

  • PRE 3600. Public Relations Social Media (3 credits)

    Through lectures, discussions, reading, writing, projects, and hands-on social media work, students will learn how social media has revolutionized the practice of public relations in the 21st century. Students will explore and apply the theories and ideas of best practices for public relations on social media. Students will learn how to use and understand analytical data for the top social media sites and craft a social media plan of their own for an organization of their choosing. PREREQ: PRE 2200

  

  • PRE 4070. Public Relations Writing (3 credits)

    Major forms of public relations writing: news and feature releases, replies to complaint letters, public service announcements, documentaries, copy for video news releases, inverted and magazine forms of news writing, annual reports, and newsletters. PREREQ: PRE 2200, MCM 2400

  

  • PRE 4090. Public Relations Case Studies (3 credits)

    Specialized public relations programs, including press relations, community affairs, investor relations, and legislative relations. Emphasis on analyzing and presenting public relations case studies and problems. PREREQ: PRE 2200 .

  

  • PRE 4150. Advertising Media (3 credits)

    The practice of advertising creation, including strategy, media planning, and execution of advertisements for all forms of mass media. PREREQ: PRE 2700 .

  

  • PRE 4200. Crisis Communication (3 credits)

    In-depth study of the development of strategies and their implementations during public relations crises. PREREQ: PRE 4070 .

  

  • PRE 4600. Public Relations Campaigns (3 credits)

    Senior capstone course building on concepts and skills from earlier coursework. Students use formal and informal research methods to develop a strategic plan, including evaluation strategies, for a “client.” PREREQ: PRE 4070 , PRE 4090  and MCM 4360 .


Psychology
  

  • PSY 1010. Introductory Psychology (3 credits)

    A survey of major areas of psychology, with emphasis on issues, concepts, and terminology needed for more advanced courses.

  

  • PSY 1030. Psychology of Parenthood (3 credits)

    The application of psychological concepts by parents to the understanding and modification of child behavior at all stages of development.

  

  • PSY 1250. Human Potential (3 credits)

    A survey of current knowledge about the potential for optimal human development. Classroom activities include lecture, discussion, and participation in growth exercises.

  

  • PSY 1900. Career and Professional Perspectives in Psychology (1 credit)

    This course is intended for majors and will examine psychology as a discipline and a profession. Students will be introduced to career options in psychology at the bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral level. Strategies for job searches and graduate school admission will be discussed. Because course topics are highly relevant to their immediate and long-term success, students are strongly encouraged to take this course early in their undergraduate career, typically immediately after completing PSY 1010 .

  

  • PSY 2050. Childhood and Adolescence (3 credits)

    A survey of the stages and processes of the development of human behavior from conception through adolescence. Emphasis on physical, cognitive and psychosocial development. PREREQ: PSY 1010 .

  

  • PSY 2060. Animal Cognition and Behavior (3 credits)

    A survey of evolutionary and ecological processes that promote the vast diversity of behaviors found in the animal kingdom with an emphasis on animal cognition. From an evolutionary perspective, this course may include the evolution of behavior, sociobiology, animal cultures, behavioral ecology, behavioral genetics, neurobiology, communication, cooperation, tool use, problem-solving, spatial cognition, and others. PREREQ: PSY 1010  and BIO 1000  or BIO 1060 .

  

  • PSY 2080. Research Statistics (3 credits)

    An introduction to simple descriptive and inferential statistics that are frequently used by psychologists. The selection, application, and reporting of procedures appropriate to specific types of psychological research and testing will be emphasized. PREREQ: MAT 1050  (or higher).

  

  • PSY 2100. Research Methodology (3 credits)

    An introduction to research methods used in psychology. Experimental research will be emphasized, but survey and correlational research will also be included. PREREQ: PSY 1010 .

  

  • PSY 2150. Psychology of Learning (3 credits)

    An introductory survey of the major areas in the psychology of learning. Classical conditioning, operant conditioning, verbal learning, and memory will be included. PREREQ: PSY 1010 .

  

  • PSY 2160. Social Psychology (3 credits)

    An introduction to the concepts, principles, theories, and research of social psychology. Social psychology is the study of social influence processes. Topics such as attitude change, perception of other people, interpersonal attraction, aggression, altruism, prejudice, and group dynamics will be covered. PREREQ: PSY 1010  

  

  • PSY 2200. Behavior Modification (3 credits)

    Introduction to the principles and practice of behavior modification. Application in institutional and clinical settings will be discussed, exploring such topics as classroom behavioral problems, the control of smoking, weight loss, phobias, hypertension, and headaches.

  

  • PSY 2250. Health Psychology: Wellness and Health (3 credits)

    Crosslisted: (HLTH 2250)
    The course will cover the biopsychosocial dynamics of stress and wellness. Students will examine methods of managing stress and enhancing health through cognitive‑behavioral modification, biofeedback, meditation, hypnosis, psychotherapy, nutrition, and exercise.

  

  • PSY 2700. Industrial/Organizational Psychology (3 credits)

    Applies psychological principles to the study of industrial and organizational effectiveness. Covers theory, research, and practical applications related to such topics as work motivation, the communicative process, and the selection, testing, and training of employees. PREREQ: PSY 1010 .

  

  • PSY 3000. Research Methods Capstone (3 credits)

    Intended for psychology majors, the course is designed to teach written and oral communication skills used in psychological research. Students will learn to write research papers in psychology and will make use of skills learned in PSY 2080  and PSY 2100 . Students will be expected to develop their skills using library resources and applying APA guidelines. PREREQ: C or better in ENG 1050  and ENG 1060 ; PSY 2080 , PSY 2100 ; declared major, minor, or concentration in PSY.

  

  • PSY 3040. History and Systems of Psychology (3 credits)

    A study of the development of psychology as a discipline from ancient Greece to modern times. Present issues in psychology are traced to their origins. PREREQ: PSY 1010 .

  

  • PSY 3050. Psychology of Adult Development and Aging (3 credits)

    Crosslisted: (HLTH 3050)
    The course is designed to survey, topographically and chronologically, the aging period from middle adulthood to older adulthood. Changes in biological, intellectual, memory, learning, personality, and social processes will be addressed. PREREQ: PSY 1010 .

  

  • PSY 3120. Cognitive Processes (3 credits)

    An examination of human memory and thinking within the human information processing model context. PREREQ: PSY 1010 .

  

  • PSY 3150. Guiding Young Children (3 credits)

    This course presents guidance, counseling, and discipline concepts within a framework of child development, developmentally appropriate practices, and constructivist education.

  

  • PSY 3160. Psychology of Leadership (3 credits)

    A look at the psychological processes in small group leadership. Topics include compliance, self‑assertion, decision‑making, and persuasion. Emphasis on theory, research, and practical leadership skills acquisition. PREREQ: PSY 1010 .

  

  • PSY 3550. Sensation and Perception (3 credits)

    A look at the structures and processes involved in perception. Visual and auditory perception will be emphasized. PREREQ: PSY 1010 ; any other three PSY courses strongly recommended.

  

  • PSY 3600. Abnormal Psychology (3 credits)

    A study of the history, theories, and causes of mental disorders. Various types of disorders are examined along with their typical symptoms. Uses of psychological testing and clinical interviews are studied. PREREQ: PSY 1010 ; any other three PSY courses strongly recommended.

  

  • PSY 3750. Personality Theories (3 credits)

    Various theoretical approaches to the study of personality. PREREQ: Any three PSY courses.

  

  • PSY 3990. Directed Study (1-6 credits)

    Directed readings and/or research, leading to the preparation of a paper or research report. Exclusively for psychology majors. Amount of credit given will be agreed upon prior to registration and will depend upon the magnitude of the project chosen.  Each 1 credit hour is equal to 45 hours of work in a semester. PREREQ: A written plan of the project should be approved by the Department Chair no later than two weeks prior to registration.

  

  • PSY 4010. Physiological Psychology (3 credits)

    Study of psychological processes from a biological perspective. Covers both normal and abnormal functioning, with emphasis on basic neuroanatomy, basic biochemistry, psychoactive drugs, behavior genetics, and research methods. PREREQ: PSY 1010 , 15 hours of psychology or biology.

  

  • PSY 4030. Psychological Testing (3 credits)

    An intensive lead into basic psychometric concepts including types of test scores, score transformation techniques, validity, reliability, and norms. PREREQ: PSY 2080  recommended.

  

  • PSY 4150. Motivation and Emotion (3 credits)

    Various theoretical and applied approaches to the study of motivation and emotion. PREREQ: PSY 1010 .

  

  • PSY 4170. Clinical and Counseling Psychology (3 credits)

    A survey of the fields of clinical and counseling psychology with an emphasis on basic skills and knowledge of techniques. The course is both didactic (theories) and experiential (role-playing in class). Opportunities for classroom discussion, professional feedback about skills and potential, and video-taping. PREREQ: PSY 3600 .


Special Topics in Psychology
  

  • PSYS 2xxx. Current Topics in Psychology (3 credits)

    Treatment of selected topics in psychology. Content will vary, depending on interests of participants. For a list of all topics, see the Department Chair. (repeatable up to 9 credits)

  

  • PSYS 3xxx. Current Topics Seminar (3 credits)

    Comprehensive treatment of selected topics in psychology. Content will vary, depending on interests of participants. Offered on demand (see Department Chair). (repeatable up to 9 credits)


Reading Education
  

  • RDG 5xxx. Special Topics in Reading Education (3 credits)

    Guided investigation of topics in reading education, such as curriculum revision, course or program design, newly evolved trends in reading education, and implications of research in reading education. This course will be an elective option within the reading education program for reading education candidates/students. PREREQ: Completion of Strands I and II and 18 hours of reading courses.

  

  • RDG 2000. Foundations of Reading and Language Acquisition (3 credits)

    This course explores the teaching of reading with an emphasis on the linguistics and psychological base of the reading process, stages in the development of reading ability and sequences of skill acquisition. Students will study models of reading instruction for language and literacy learning, the role of the classroom teacher of reading and forces influencing that role. This includes an examination of role of phonological awareness, phonics, vocabulary, fluency and comprehension play in how one learns to read. This course will provide comprehensive coverage of topics important in helping teachers develop a constructivist, balanced literacy program agenda for their future classrooms. Field Experience Required. PREREQ: 2.0 QPA.

  

  • RDG 2010. Foundations of Reading and Writing Across the Content Areas K‐6 (3 credits)

    This course is designed to build upon the literacy knowledge base for pre‐service teachers to develop methods for incorporating reading and writing across the curriculum with a focus on content reading and writing, questioning and discussion, vocabulary, study strategies and integrating literature across the curriculum. This course will highlight a variety of developmentally appropriate resources for crosscurricular classroom use, appropriate strategies for evaluation and selection of those resources, and current issues that affect curriculum decisions. Field Experience Required. PREREQ: Admission to Teacher Education and RDG 2000 .

  

  • RDG 2020. Reading and Writing through Literature (3 credits)

    This course is built upon the literacy knowledge base candidates have gained in the reading education concentration as candidates develop their understanding of reading and writing as tools for thinking, learning, and living. Specifically in this course candidates will examine a variety of developmentally appropriate resources for cross‐curricular classroom use, appropriate strategies for evaluation and selection of those resources, and current issues that affect curriculum decisions. Likewise, literacy strategies that create independence in reading and writing across the content areas are also emphasized to accomplish the goal of creating confident, critical thinkers and literacy users. As candidates respond to and integrate children’s literature, technology, and content reading strategies, a goal of this course is to become reflective about responding to text, creating meaning from text, and internalizing strategies to support learning about the world and understand the society in which we live. Field Experience Required. PREREQ: Admission to Teacher Education and RDG 2000 .

  

  • RDG 3010. Special Issues in Reading Education (3 credits)

    This course uniquely prepares pre‐service teachers to examine a variety of literacy strategies, methods, and developmentally appropriate resources for cross‐curricular classroom use for special populations (Special Education/AIG) as well as appropriate strategies for evaluation and selection of those resources, and current issues that affect curriculum decisions for meeting the diverse needs of these populations. Field Experience Required. PREREQ: Admission to Teacher Education and RDG 2000 .

  

  • RDG 3200. Assessment of Reading Difficulties I (3 credits)

    This course explores the use of reading and writing assessments to determine classroom intervention and instructional strategies for a beginning reader. It is designed to give teacher candidates the knowledge and skills to use systematic, explicit, multi-sensory methods to teach communication skills, reading, and written expression. It provides foundational information about stages of reading and writing acquisition, factors that impact literacy success or failure, and the nature of literacy difficulties. This information serves as a context for learning about the selection, administration, and interpretation of formal and informal classroom assessments for the purposes of screening, diagnosing, monitoring progress, and evaluating instruction. Field experience required. PREREQ: Admission to Teacher Education and RDG 2000.

  

  • RDG 3400. Assessment of Reading Difficulties II (3 credits)

    This course is a continuation of RDG 3200 in the exploration of the use of reading, writing, spelling assessments to determine classroom intervention and instructional strategies for an advanced reader. It is designed to give teacher candidates the knowledge and skills to use systematic, explicit, multi-sensory methods to teach communication skills, reading, and written expression. It provides foundational information about stages of reading, spelling, and writing acquisition, factors that impact literacy success or failure, and the nature of literacy difficulties. This information serves as a context for learning about the implementation, administration, and interpretation of formal and informal classroom assessments for the purposes of screening, diagnosing, monitoring progress, and evaluating instruction. Field Experience Required. PREREQ: Admission to Teacher Education and RDG 3200.

  

  • RDG 4000. Best Practices in Reading (3 credits)

    This course continues the development of the theoretical and practical aspects of pedagogy as it applies to effective and scientific research based methods of teaching reading. This course will continue the development of the understanding of the 5 elements of reading (phonological awareness, phonics, vocabulary, fluency and comprehension) and how the aspects of the elements are used in correcting reading problems. This course allows pre–‐service teachers to understand the roles of diversity, individual needs and abilities in reading instruction; and how to organize their classrooms and select materials to teach reading. Teaching strategies, including technology, for comprehending written material will be studied and practiced. The reading/writing (composition) connecting will also be addressed. Field Experience Required. PREREQ: Admission to Teacher Education and RDG 2000 .

  

  • RDG 5150. Research in Literacy (3 credits)

    This course is a study of the theory and research related to literacy and language development in childhood and adolescence, including second language acquisition. The social, psychological, and cultural influences on language and literacy learning in both the home and school are examined. Students use theoretical and research foundations to conduct classroom-based research to improve literacy learning.

  

  • RDG 5220. Literacy and Literature (3 credits)

    A survey of children’s/adolescent fiction, non‐fiction, and other reading materials, including instructional technology resources. Methods for leveling and choosing appropriate material for diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds are reviewed. A major focus is the relationship between the reader and the literary text, the reading process, and the implications for reading instruction and comprehension skills.

  

  • RDG 5230. Professional Seminar I (1 credit)

    The seminar is focused on the self‐direction and professional development of literacy specialists, with an increasing emphasis on becoming instructional leaders of the 21st century, as students plan to meet their own learning needs in instructional/technological expertise; expand their awareness of the role of the literacy specialist; design, develop, and present their basic program portfolio and their Master’s Research Project or Comprehensive Portfolio.

  

  • RDG 5300. Reading and Writing in the Content‐Areas I (3 credits)

    This course is designed to provide teachers with knowledge of established and innovative practices of integrating reading and writing in grades K‐5 in a variety of content‐areas, such as mathematics, social studies, and health. Strategies to support learning for English Language Learners will be explored. Field experience is required. PREREQ: Completion of strand I

  

  • RDG 5301. Reading and Writing in the Content‐Areas II (3 credits)

    This course is designed to provide teachers with knowledge of established and innovative practices of integrating reading and writing in grades 6‐12 in a variety of content‐areas, such as mathematics, social studies, and health. Strategies to support learning for English Language Learners will be explored. Field experience is required. PREREQ: RDG 5300  and completion of strand I

  

  • RDG 5310. Principles of Testing and Measurement in Reading (3 credits)

    This course provides a fundamental development of the features and roles of measurement in reading education with emphasis being given to understanding teacher‐made and standardized tests and scales. Consideration will be given to statistical concepts of measurement as they apply in reading education. PREREQ: 9 semester hours of previous course work in reading.

  

  • RDG 5320. Diversity and Multicultural Education (3 credits)

    This course is an in‐depth study of theory, research, and pedagogy related to the racial, ethnic, gender, and socioeconomic aspects of diversity and how these impact student achievement and teacher expectations. The need for multicultural education and culturally responsive teaching is emphasized; related strategies are explored. Field experience is required. PREREQ: Completion of strand I.

  

  • RDG 5330. Leadership in Reading (3 credits)

    This course is designed to aid the special reading teacher in filling several diverse roles within a school setting. Special emphasis will be given to the roles of lead‐teacher and resource‐teacher especially in terms of aiding the classroom teacher with developmental and corrective reading classes. The course will include a supervised field‐based component whereby the student gains practical experience working in leadership roles with classroom teachers. PREREQ: Completion of strand II and permission of the instructor.

  

  • RDG 5350. Reading Instructional Strategies (3 credits)

    This course is designed to provide teachers with knowledge of established and innovative practices of teaching reading and writing. Strategies to support learning for English Language Learners will be explored. Field experience is required. PREREQ: Completion of RDG 5150 .

  

  • RDG 5430. Professional Seminar II (1 credit)

    The seminar is focused on the self‐direction and professional development of literacy specialists, with an increasing emphasis on becoming instructional leaders of the 21st century, as students plan to meet their own learning needs in instructional/technological expertise; expand their awareness of the role of the literacy specialist; design, develop, and present their basic program portfolio and their Master’s Research Project or Comprehensive Portfolio. PREREQ: Completion of Strand I

  

  • RDG 5450. Reading Development and Assessment (3 credits)

    A study of the psychological factors in learning to read, in reading ability, in reading disabilities, and in the bases for instructional methods and materials in reading. Topics will range from perception and learning theory to the implications of cultural differences and language factors as they affect both the child’s learning to read and the teacher’s effective facilitation of this learning. A thorough overview of phonics will be explored within informal assessments. Strategies to support learning for English Language Learners will be explored. Field Experience required. PREREQ: Completion of RDG 5150  and RDG 5350 .

  

  • RDG 5610. Diagnosis, Assessment, Instruction, and Practicum in Reading (3 credits)

    This course will assist the literacy specialist in locating causes of reading difficulties, diagnosing, and prescribing corrective procedures. It is designed to give the literacy specialist practical application of methods in solving reading problems. Published case studies are analyzed and original case studies developed which include observations, use of evaluation methods proposed correction strategies, implementation plans, and critical reflection on the planned intervention. Review and critique sessions with colleagues are conducted at spaced intervals during the course. Teachers work one‐on‐one or in small groups of children in a practicum setting. Field experiences required. PREREQ: Completion of Strand II.

  

  • RDG 5630. Professional Seminar III (1 credit)

    The seminar is focused on the self‐direction and professional development of literacy specialists, with an increasing emphasis on becoming instructional leaders of the 21st century, as students plan to meet their own learning needs in instructional/technological expertise; expand their awareness of the role of the literacy specialist; design, develop, and present their basic program portfolio and their Master’s Research Project or Comprehensive Portfolio. PREREQ: Completion of Strands I and II and 18 hours of reading courses.


Recreation
  

  • REC 2300. Officiating Sports (1 credit)

    Crosslisted: (PED 2300)
    An overview of the rules and mechanics of officiating various sports; practical experience via intramural officiating.

  

  • REC 3400. Exercise and Sport Psychology (3 credits)

    Crosslisted: (PED 3400)
    A study of the psychological theories and techniques that can affect motivation, performance and personal growth as associated with exercise and sport.


Recreation and Sport Administration
  

  • RSA 1010. Survey of Athletic Leadership (1 credit)

    A curriculum of workshops and experiences designed to cultivate leadership excellence.  Provides students with an understanding of the key attributes of good leadership necessary for success in various team environments. Concepts include the study of foundational leadership theories through array of select readings, case studies, and lectures from various lecturers. 

  

  • RSA 2000. Introduction to Sport Administration (3)

    This course introduces students to the field of sport management and its role within contemporary American society.

  

  • RSA 2010. Introduction to Community Recreation (3 credits)

    An introduction to the basic concepts of organized recreation including its philosophy, history, organizational patterns, programs, facilities, and leadership.

  

  • RSA 3320. Recreation Programming (3 credits)

    Explores the purpose and functions of programs, planning principles, objectives, organizational behavior, and evaluation. Translates program plans into practical situations.

  

  • RSA 4000. Introduction to Therapeutic Recreation (3 credits)

    Course is a survey of the history, philosophy, concepts and trends in therapeutic recreation services; types of individuals served, settings and services provided, and the roll of the therapeutic recreation specialist. The course is designed to provide an overview of therapeutic recreation services as a leisure service delivery system and the impact of a disability on the individual as well as personal and societal responses to people with disabilities.

  

  • RSA 4160. Outdoor Recreation Service (3 credits)

    Provides basis for understanding the administrative process related to the delivery of leisure services. Explores legal foundations, management systems and principles, organizational behavior, political systems, and evaluation.

  

  • RSA 4250. Leisure and Wellness for Older Adults (3 credits)

    Crosslisted: (HLTH 4250)
    The study of the physical, social, and emotional characteristics, needs, and interests of middle and older adulthood related to fitness and leisure activities utilizing a theoretical and practical approach.

  

  • RSA 4400. Tourism and Commercial Recreation (3 credits)

    Examines the principles, practices, and philosophy of the travel industry. Explores the diversity of commercial recreation enterprises, general trends, and personal attributes associated with a career in these fields.

  

  • RSA 4750. Sport Business and Management (3 credits)

    Course covers the sports administration and management industry to include economics, finance, budgeting, marketing, promotion, public relations, business administration, athletic enterprise, business ethics, situational analysis, decision-making, sponsorship, licensing, etc.

  

  • RSAS 4xxx. Special Topics in Recreation (1-3 credits)

    Crosslisted: (PEDS 4xxx)
    Investigations into special topics in health, physical education, or recreation.


Religion
  

  • REL 1020. Perspectives on Humanity (3 credits)

    Crosslisted: (PHI 1020)
    A study of the dominant understandings of humanity. Philosophical, religious, scientific, and literary sources are read and discussed. PREREQ: PHI 1000  or REL 1300 .

  

  • REL 1050. Introduction to the Old Testament (3 credits)

    A study of the Covenants in Israel, of the rise and fall of the Hebrew nations under the judges and kings, of the religious development of the people as written in the literature of these periods.

  

  • REL 1060. Introduction to the New Testament (3 credits)

    The study of the origins and development of Christianity from Jesus Christ through the first century with emphasis on the writings of that age in correlation with the history of the Roman Empire.

  

  • REL 1080. Introduction to Religious Thought (3 credits)

    This course will serve as an introduction to key common issues in religious thought, such as the nature of ultimate reality, human nature and ultimate destiny, and how religious people claim to know divine matters through reason and revelation. The course will focus on Judeo-Christian theology, though other perspectives will be treated. Some attention will be paid to the cultural contexts that influence religious thinkers as they formulate questions and offer answers on these inescapable issues.

  

  • REL 1220. Understanding Religious Practices (3 credits)

    Rituals are a basic component of religions and all of human existence. This course provides an introduction to the study of these routinized practices, considering the ways they develop and change across time and context, the impact that participating has on individual participants, and the similarity of religious practices to non-religious rituals.

  

  • REL 1300. Introduction to Religion (3 credits)

    This course provides an overview of major world religions in their historical contexts, while exposing students to the academic study of religion, including theories about the nature of religion, key concepts, and methods of study.

  

  • REL 1430. Society and Religion (3 credits)

    This course provides an introduction to the various ways that religion interacts with society, including issues such as gender, social status, family relations, individual and group identity, economics, social issues, and politics.

  

  • REL 2030. The Pentateuch (3 credits)

    A study of the composition and structure of the Pentateuchal literature (the first five books of the Bible) and how these narratives and laws were perceived and applied throughout Israel’s history.

  

  • REL 2050. Religion, Art, and Culture (3 credits)

    A study of the interaction between religion and culture, involving intellectual, aesthetic, and theological dimensions of meaning. A primary focus will be visual art, including painting through Western history and contemporary films.

  

  • REL 2090. Religion in America (3 credits)

    A study of distinctive themes and characteristics of religion in America. Topics such as Civil Religion, Religious Liberty and the Free Church, Revivalism, American Religious Movement, Missions, Black Religion, American Indian traditions, and American religion in ferment will be considered.

  

  • REL 2130. American Indian Religious Traditions (3 credits)

    Crosslisted: (AIS 2130)
    This course is designed as an introduction to the contributions that American Indian religious traditions make to the general study of religion. As such, it is a survey of the religious traditions and practices of American Indians.

  

  • REL 2140. Introduction to Religious Ethics (3 credits)

    An introduction to and survey of religious ethics, particularly in the Judeo-Christian tradition. The course will examine resources and methods for doing religious ethics from scripture, tradition, and contemporary philosophy, experience, and culture, as well as analyze specific personal and social moral issues.

  

  • REL 2160. Asian Religions (3 credits)

    A study of the historical development and teachings of Hinduism, Buddhism, Shintoism, and Confucianism.

  

  • REL 2180. Middle Eastern Religions (3 credits)

    A study of the historical development and teachings of the religions of the Near East with emphasis on Islam, Zoroastrianism, and Baha’ism and including current Near Eastern Christians.

  

  • REL 2340. Classical Mythology (3 credits)

    Myth is a central category of religious studies. This course will survey the mythology of ancient Greece and Rome. It will also address (in a more limited way) the mythologies of ancient Mesopotamia and Egypt. Though the course will focus primarily on a survey of the actual mythic traditions themselves, some attention will also be paid to the function of myth, theories of myth, and the impact of classical mythology on subsequent centuries of art and literature.

  

  • REL 3025. Fundamentalisms (3 credits)

    Crosslisted: (PLS 3025)
    Starting in the 1970s, there has been a substantial growth in the strength of religious radical movements sometimes known as “fundamentalist,” which seek to manifest their religious faith in the political arena. The course will examine these phenomena in comparative perspective primarily in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. We will focus on the religious players in the Middle East conflict. Special attention will be given to the place of Jerusalem as a focal center for religious extremist activity.

  

  • REL 3028. Cultural and Religious History of China (3 credits)

    Crosslisted: (HST 3028)
    The course introduces students to the diverse religious traditions of China within the context of Chinese culture, in particular the interaction between religion, culture, and society throughout the nation’s history. It reviews (1) the major concepts and ideas of each religion; (2) the historical background of the emergence or transmission of each religion; and (3) some facets that religions played out in the cultural and political life of China.

 

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