Courses
HI 110 Modern World History From 1200 3.0 Credit(s)
The world has been increasingly interconnected through trade, war and religion beginning with the Mongol Empire of the thirteenth and fourteenth centuries. This course will examine how the world has been globalizing in waves from the Mongol Moment to the Columbian Exchange to the New Imperialism to the growth of global institutions and organizations after World War 2. The course will examine the role of trade in globalization, but also of ideas, religion, state-building, warfare, imperialism, and revolution.
Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters All Years
CM 140 SPECIAL TOPICS: GLOBAL MEDIA ENGAGEMENT 3.0 Credit(s)
This repeatable special topics class provides students with an opportunity to engage with Global Media through a study abroad, study away or virtual exchange experience. Students analyze global media to consider differences in aesthetic traditions, modes of practice, cultural contexts and/or viewpoints. Coursework will challenge students to communicate appropriately and effectively with a diverse intended audience.
Offered: As Needed Contact Department
MU 181 DIGITAL AUDIO PRODUCTION 3.0 Credit(s)
This course is designed for students to develop skills in digital audio engineering and production. Students will utilize MIDI keyboards and computers to record music, working alongside their instructor and using professional level gear.
Offered: Fall Semester All Years
MU 198 LITURGICAL CHOIR 1.0 Credit(s)
This ensemble is open to all singers and instrumentalists by audition who wish to participate in the music of the Sunday evening liturgy. Students meaningfully experience and appreciate the vibrant heritage of the Catholic music tradition. Both contemporary and traditional styles of music are offered in the spirit of prayer. Through practice and presentation of appropriate music, musical skills are utilized, encouraged, and further developed.
Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters All Years
TRS 177 RELIGION IN LATE ANTIQUITY 3.0 Credit(s)
This course seeks to acquaint students with some of the religious perspectives active during what we might call the "Hellenistic-Roman" era. Although Christianity eventually rises to dominate the remains of the Roman Empire, in its infancy it is but one of many options from which ancient adherents could choose. This course examines some of those alternatives. Along the way we will encounter examples such as the various "mystery" religions, Neoplatonism, theurgy, and Gnosticism. By means of engagement with primary source readings we hope to gain some insight into how practitioners of religious perspectives such as these understood the nature of reality and meaning.
Offered: Fall Semester Contact Department
FR 151 INTERMEDIATE FRENCH I 3.0 Credit(s)
Continued emphasis on communicative competence and oral proficiency. Review and intensified study of grammar. Readings, vocabulary building, composition, listening comprehension, and conversation. French and Francophone cultures integral to course. Multimedia tools (CDs, Internet sources) enhance course. Prerequisite: Take FR-102 or FR-109 or placement for FR-151
Offered: Fall Semester All Years
IT 151 INTERMEDIATE ITALIAN I 3.0 Credit(s)
Continued emphasis on communicative competence and oral proficiency. Review and intensified study of grammar. Readings, vocabulary building, composition, listening comprehension, and conversation. Italian culture integral to course. Multimedia tools (videos and Internet sources) enhance course. Prerequisite: Take IT-102 or IT 012 or by placement
Offered: Fall Semester All Years
SP 151 INTERMEDIATE SPANISH I 3.0 Credit(s)
Review of and expanded study of Spanish grammar to consolidate what has been acquired previously. Extensive practice in listening, speaking, reading, and writing Spanish enables students to function in a Spanish-speaking environment. Prerequisite: SP-102 or SP-104 or by Placement
Offered: Fall Semester All Years
PO 155 INTRO TO SOCIAL & POLITICAL PHILOSOPHY 3.0 Credit(s)
Investigates the philosophical foundations of political authority and social organization. Concepts such as freedom, equality, justice, and power are explored through engagement with primary texts.
Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters All Years
AR 107 ART, ACTIVISM AND SOCIAL JUSTICE 3.0 Credit(s)
Throughout history, art has been used as a tool for communication. This course examines art that shapes culture, builds community, and creates social transformation. We study art that challenges the status quo and art practice that enters the world of activism. Historic and contemporary examples of art will be examined that inspire dialogue and change by engaging with the sociopolitical issues within culture.
Offered: All Semesters All Years
CM 103 Capturing Your Irish Adventure 3.0 Credit(s)
Capturing Your Irish Adventures gives students the opportunity to explore, capture and create video content through a mix of workshops, practical sessions and class adventures while living in Dingle, Ireland.
Offered: As Needed All Years
CAS 191 ADVANCED PRE-LAW PROFESSIONS SEMINAR II 1.0 Credit(s)
This course is designed to provide students with assistance in the law school application process while also introducing the students to a variety of first year law school concepts and topics. Guest speakers may include representatives from prospective law schools and there may be campus visits to a variety of local legal institutions (for Juniors and Seniors).
Offered: Fall Semester All Years
CAS 190 PRE-LAW PROFESSIONS SEMINAR I 1.0 Credit(s)
This course introduces students to the ever-increasing range of legal practice areas through presentations and Q&A sessions from legal experts and scholars within many different specialized legal fields. Topics discussed include presentations from current practicing attorneys who in engage in corporate law, civil and criminal litigation specialists, intellectual property and patent attorneys, family law, health related legal issues, politics and many more. Class trips to both federal and state courts and conferences are also planned (for Freshman and Sophomores).
Offered: Spring Semester All Years
TRS 145 BLACK THEOLOGY AND ETHICS 3.0 Credit(s)
Explores Christian doctrines, ethics, and church life from the vantage of African American history and social experience. Black theology and ethics draw from the Bible and Christian tradition to fathom God's liberating message for all humans and to develop practical responses to all forms of oppression.
Offered: As Needed Contact Department
PH 182 ART OF REASONING 3.0 Credit(s)
The course focuses on expanding your understanding of the thinking process and developing the skills to become a better thinker. You will recognize the need to hold consistent intellectual standards for yourself and others. A specific focus is on text analysis, logical reasoning, and argument evaluation. Critical thinking may be the single-most valuable skill that one can bring to any job, profession, or life challenge.
Offered: All Semesters All Years