Courses
HS 330 INTRO PATHOPHYSIOLOGY FOR HEALTH PROF 3.0 Credit(s)
This course provides an overview of the fundamental principles of pathophysiology relevant to healthcare professionals. Students will explore the mechanisms of disease, including cellular injury, inflammation, and immune responses, and how these processes affect body systems. Emphasis is placed on applying this knowledge to understand common health conditions and support clinical decision-making. Pre-Req: (BIO 206, 207, 208, 209) Prerequisite: Take BI-206 BI-208 BI-208 BI-209
Offered: All Semesters All Years
HS 301 SPIRITUALITY IN HEALTH CARE 3.0 Credit(s)
Explores the spiritual dimension of healthcare and the incorporation of spirituality into the caring relationship. The intersection of religion, spiritual practices, culture, diversity, life stages, and health issues is examined. Other topics include the identification of one's personal spirituality, discussion of the ethical provision of spiritual care by the healthcare professional, importance of the consideration of spiritual care needs by the healthcare team, and the difference in the roles of the healthcare professional and pastoral care professional.
Offered: As Needed Contact Department
EV 399 INTERNSHIP 3.0 Credit(s)
Offered: As Needed Contact Department
PO 317 AFRICAN POLITICS 3.0 Credit(s)
Examines Africa as it has evolved over the years under outside influence-colonial rule, post-colonial or Cold War period, and under globalization during the 1990s. Explores reasons for political conflict in Africa and barriers to conflict resolution. Africa's economic resurgence in the twenty-first century is also examined.
Offered: As Needed Contact Department
SP 320 CONTEM.ISSUES LATIN AMERICA 3.0 Credit(s)
Discussions based on current materials, including books, newspapers, magazines, and movies from the Spanish world. Prerequisite: TAKE SP-201 AND SP-202
Offered: As Needed Contact Department
SP 382 CULTURES OF MEDIEVAL SPAIN 3.0 Credit(s)
A study of the three cultures and religious traditions comprising Medieval Spain, from the fall of the Roman Empire to 1492: Christian, Moorish (Arab), and Jewish. Varied readings as well as written assignments, oral presentations, and class discussions are required. Prerequisite: TAKE SP-201 AND SP-202ýOr Permission of Department
Offered: As Needed Contact Department
PO 320 PHILANTHROPY AND SOC ENTREPRENEURSHIP 3.0 Credit(s)
This course introduces students to the world of philanthropy and social entrepreneurship, focusing on how people and organizations make a positive difference in society. Students will learn about nonprofit organizations, fundraising, and why individuals choose to help others, while also exploring how innovative business ideas can solve social problems. Through discussions, case studies, and hands-on projects, students will develop their own ideas for addressing important social challenges.
Offered: As Needed Contact Department
PO 319 POLITICAL PSYCHOLOGY 3.0 Credit(s)
Themes and concepts related to the expanding field of political psychology. Topics include the impact of media, nationalism, extremism, and security. The psychology of leadership is examined through case studies.
Offered: As Needed Contact Department
PO 308 MONEY, MARKETS, & THE STATE 3.0 Credit(s)
This course investigates the foundations of market capitalism and the state's role in organizing economic life. Students will analyze the tension between market forces and democratic values, exploring how political institutions enable and constrain capitalist systems.
Offered: As Needed Contact Department
PS 313 PSYCHOPATHOLOGY IN FILM 3.0 Credit(s)
Study of the diagnosis, causes, and treatment of the major psychological disorders through examination of their portrayal in popular films. Prerequisite: PS-110
Offered: Fall Semester All Years
PS 352 HORMONES AND BEHAVIOR 3.0 Credit(s)
Drawing heavily from both animal and human models, this course examines the hormonal basis of sexual differentiation, reproductive and parental behaviors, social affiliation, aggression, stress, learning and memory, affective disorders and steroid abuse. This course introduces students to the neurobiology of hormone-behavior interactions in vertebrates. Prerequisite: Take PS-110 or BI-111
Offered: Fall Semester Odd Academic Years
SP 359 20TH CENTURY SPANISH PROSE NARRATIVE 3.0 Credit(s)
The study of modern prose literature from Spain, in the Nineteenth and Twentieth Centuries. Prerequisite: TAKE SP-201 AND SP-202
Offered: As Needed Contact Department
CJ 301 CRIME CAUSATION AND DEVIANCE 3.0 Credit(s)
This course uses an interdisciplinary perspective to examine the causes of crime and deviance. Specifically, this course utilizes available research to lead students to a well-rounded understanding of why people do - and do not - commit crime. Prerequisite: TAKE CJ-206
Offered: As Needed Contact Department
CJ 302 ADMIN & MGMT OF THE CJ SYSTEM 3.0 Credit(s)
This course examines the current problems and issues facing the American criminal justice system. The course explores the role of the courts and correctional system, access to the justice system, controversial policies such as the use of force and discretion, and organizational and legal issues related to decision-making within the criminal justice system. Prerequisite: TAKE CJ-101
Offered: As Needed Contact Department
CJ 306 VICTIMOLOGY 3.0 Credit(s)
Focuses on the study of victimization by examining the causes and consequences of victimization as well as the criminal justice system's response to victims of crime. Contemporary topics in the field of victimology are discussed in detail.
Offered: As Needed Contact Department