Courses
PO 298 DEMOCRACY 3.0 Credit(s)
Examines the theories and practices surrounding popular government from its origins to the present day. Topics include representation, presidentialism, and democratization.
Offered: As Needed Contact Department
SO 224 SOCIAL CAPITAL & CIVIL SOCIETY 3.0 Credit(s)
Centered on Putnam's influential Bowling Alone (2001), this course examines the concept of social capital and the role of social capital in the building and maintenance of community life and civil society.
Offered: As Needed Contact Department
MU 233 4 HEART HARMONY 1.0 Credit(s)
This advanced mixed chamber choir performs a wide variety of significant and interesting music, including a capella, jazz, pop, show tunes, multicultural, and classical choral repertoire. Participants perform in concerts and events both on and off campus. Members are experienced choral singers and the ensemble is open by interview and vocal audition.
Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters All Years
BI 201 GENETICS & EVOLUTION 3.0 Credit(s)
Organisms to Populations is the third in the series of courses that serve as the foundation of the biology major. The focus of this course is on the evolutionary forces that lead to the biologically fascinating trade-offs between growth, survival, and reproduction. Topics covered include reproductive biology, transmission and population genetics, mechanisms of evolution and an exploration of adaptation, and life history characteristics in a diversity of organisms. A prerequisite to BI 210, 212, 306, 311, 312, 320, 325, 335, 340, 355, and 398. Prerequisite: TAKE BI-111 BI-112 BI-113 BI-114 WITH MIN GRADE OF C, P
Offered: Spring Semester All Years
BI 203 GENETICS & EVOLUTION LAB 1.0 Credit(s)
Organisms to Populations Laboratory is the mandatory corequisite for BI 201. The interactive laboratory course will concentrate on multi-week exercises that reinforce essential course concepts. Student-designed experiments, the process of science, and oral and written scientific communication are focal points of the course design. Prerequisite: Co-req.:Take BI-201
Offered: Spring Semester All Years
BI 202 ECOLOGY & EVOLUTION 3.0 Credit(s)
Ecology & Evolution is a sophomore level course in the core biology curriculum required for all majors administered through the Department of Biology. Students will discover the unity and interdependence of the living and non-living components of the environment while exploring the limitless diversity of life on earth through the lens of ecological theory. Topics include population dynamics, species interactions, abundance and diversity, nutrient cycling, succession, and stability. A prerequisite to BI 240, BI 260, BI 265, and BI 398 Prerequisite: BI-111 BI-113 BI-112 BI-114 MA-131ýMinimum grade of C, P
Offered: Fall Semester All Years
BI 204 ECOLOGY & EVOLUTION LAB 1.0 Credit(s)
Populations to Ecosystems Laboratory is the mandatory corequisite for BI 202. The interactive laboratory course will concentrate on multi-week exercises that reinforce essential course concepts. Student-designed experiments, the process of science, and oral and written scientific communication are focal points of the course design. Prerequisite: Co-req.: Take BI-202
Offered: Fall Semester All Years
HI 242 ANCIENT GREECE 3.0 Credit(s)
This course surveys ancient Greek history from the Late Bronze Age to the outbreak of the Peloponnesian War (1500 BC-431 BC) and the emergence of the Greek polis, the development of Athenian Democracy, the growth of Athenian Imperialism, and the rivalry between Athens. Prerequisite: Take HI-100 or HI-102 or HI-110 or HI-115
Offered: As Needed Contact Department
HI 246 ROMAN HISTORY: REPUBLIC 3.0 Credit(s)
This course surveys Roman history from the legendary founding of Rome to the death of Julius Caesar (753 BC-44 BC) and the development of republican political institutions, the nature of Roman Imperialism, Rome's encounter with Greek culture, and the fall of the Republic. Prerequisite: Take HI-100 or HI-102 or HI-110 HI-115
Offered: As Needed Contact Department
HI 203 MEDICINE, DISEASE & HISTORY 3.0 Credit(s)
This course is a survey of the history of medicine beginning with the Greeks to the 21st century with an emphasis on how disease may have influenced historical events. Prerequisite: Take HI-100 or HI-102 or HI-110 or HI-115
Offered: As Needed Contact Department
MA 280 HISTORY OF MATHEMATICS 3.0 Credit(s)
This course considers the evolution of mathematical ideas over time and the context in which these ideas developed, in various civilizations around the world. Students will gain an understanding of the process of development of mathematical ideas, awareness that it is an ongoing and creative process, and a deeper understanding of mathematical topics by pushing beyond the traditionally presented "polished form" we see in today's textbooks. Selection of topics varies by semester. Prerequisite: Take MA 151 with grade of C, P or better
Offered: As Needed Contact Department
ENG 260 LITERATURE OF ILLNESS & HEALING 3.0 Credit(s)
This course takes an interdisciplinary approach to the study of the human journey through illness and healing; its primary focus is on personal stories told by patients and dedicated healers. Readings included will speak to issues of gender, race, ethnicity, religion, class, sexual orientation and how it can affect the experience of being wounded or ill. The relationship of the health care system in regards to patient, provider and institution, will be addressed.
Offered: As Needed Contact Department
TRS 271 CELTIC RELIGIOUS TRADITIONS 3.0 Credit(s)
The mythic history of Ireland and "beginning" of the Irish and the traditions by which the Irish have come to identify themselves and give meaning to their world. Study of the religious function of social institutions; gods, goddesses, and ruling powers; holy places; feasting and sacrifice; spirits and ancestors; and the other world. Also considered is the role of women in these traditions and the continuation of "myth" in modern Ireland.
Offered: As Needed Contact Department
TRS 230 HISTORY OF CHRISTIANITY I 3.0 Credit(s)
Traces the history of the Christian faith from the New Testament period to the Middle Ages. Major issues, controversies, and persons from these centuries are studied.
Offered: Fall Semester All Years
TRS 299 SPECIAL TOPICS IN THEO & RELG ST 1.0-6.0 Credit(s)
Designates new or occasional courses that may or may not become part of the department's permanent offerings. Courses capitalize on a timely topic, a faculty member's particular interest, an experimental alternative to existing courses, etc. Prerequisites established by the department as appropriate for the specific course. Course title is shown on the student's transcript. Consult the current course schedule for available topics and prerequisites. Prerequisite: Take 3 credits from TRS-100 level
Offered: As Needed Contact Department