Courses
BI 259 MAMMALOGY 3.0 Credit(s)
This course is on the biology of mammals. Students learn about mammal origins and diversification, as well as the orders and families of the mammals alive today. In addition, students explore topics that include the ecology, distribution, morphology, behavior and conservation of mammals throughout the world. Careers relevant to Mammalogy and Mammal Conservation are introduced, as well as the techniques and practices of those fields. Finally, students learn to recognize many of the extant mammal species that live in Connecticut. Prerequisite: Take Bi-112, BI-114, MA-131 with min grade of C, P
Offered: As Needed Contact Department
PH 204 Dreaming Perceiving and Reality 3.0 Credit(s)
In our dreams, we see, hear, and touch the worlds of our mind's own creation and sometimes we are so convinced by the reality of our dreams that we cannot distinguish them from reality. How do we know we are not dreaming? When we see, smell, taste, and touch the world around us, what is it that we are immediately aware of? Is it the real world itself-the world of physics-or, instead, are we aware of a world constructed by our minds? In Dreams, Perception, and Reality, we will explore some of the most fundamental philosophical questions beginning from their historical origins to contemporary philosophical and neuroscientific approaches to understanding dreams, perception, hallucinations, and imagination.
Offered: As Needed Contact Department
PO 203 WRITING IN POLITICAL SCIENCE 3.0 Credit(s)
Students will study and practice essential forms of writing in the discipline, including book reviews, policy briefs, and opinion pieces, to prepare them for success in other courses and for work in the field.
Offered: Spring Semester All Years
PO 209 THE AMERICAN LEGAL SYSTEM 3.0 Credit(s)
Covers the basic structure and principles of the American legal system. The differences between federal and state courts, the civil and criminal judicial processes, the juvenile court process, and an understanding of the constitutional rights applicable to these areas.
Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters All Years
SL 299 SERVICE LEARNING 1.0 Credit(s)
Offered: As Needed Contact Department
PO 201 RESEARCH APPLICATIONS 3.0 Credit(s)
Students learn about various research methods, including historical case studies, comparative case studies, survey research, and quantitative data analysis, and develop the research proposal they begin in PO 200 into a full project. Prerequisite: Take PO-200
Offered: Fall Semester All Years
CIT 218 THE GOOD LIFE: YOUR PATH, YOUR PURPOSE 3.0 Credit(s)
Leading lives that matter, knowing our purpose and becoming who we want to be are central to living the good life. The years in college and emerging adult are a time when we think from our deepest self about what we most will value and desire for our lives. Yet these years can also be confusing and finding how to build the most meaningful life possible for us can be challenging. This course uses the timeless writings and wisdom of great thinkers-philosophers, psychologists, religious thinkers, artists and writers, professional leaders-to help us think through real life cases that will guide us to finding the good life of meaning, purpose, and faith that we seek. Students will: 1. Read, understand and discuss the works of great thinkers in philosophy, literature, psychology, religion, and the arts--classical to contemporary--- who write about living a good life. 2. Analyze and write about the real life case studies that explore the questions, issues, values, and beliefs about what makes the good life. 3. Develop their own guides that chart a path for the good life. 4. Develop writing, speaking, and thinking abilities.
Offered: Spring Semester All Years
ENG 212 POLITICAL WRITING 3.0 Credit(s)
Everything is political. Course examines how political writing is used as a means to enact social change, to shape public opinion, inform policy decisions, and influence political behavior. You'll read and analyze the works of professional writers. You'll refine your style and find/re-find your voice. You'll develop/re-develop your writing, revising, and editorial skills. These skills you'll use when you write your own work and critique the work of your classmates during the in-class Writer's Workshops. Students develop analytical writing skills in rhetoric, persuasion, and argumentation. This course potentially expands your writing portfolio. Prerequisite: Take FYWS-125
Offered: Spring Semester All Years
EX 220 PEDIATRIC DEVELOPMENT AND EXERCISE 3.0 Credit(s)
This course explores the field of pediatric exercise science by examining the impact of human development, patterns of motor development, and puberty within the growing child or adolescent. Students will examine physiological differences and consider special considerations regarding aerobic training, resistance training, and exercise testing in the pediatric population. Prerequisite: EX 250, EX 250 Lab Prerequisite: Take EX-250 EX-250L;
Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters All Years
CM 297 MEDIA AND COM. SPEAKERS SEMINAR 1.0-3.0 Credit(s)
In this course, students will analyze weekly lectures by distinguished speakers in the fields of media studies and media production curated by their professor. Speakers may be noted scholars, media professionals and/or successful SHU alumni, and may present singly or in panel discussions. Students will complete course readings related to the topic on which the speakers present, and engage in group discussions and related writing assignments. In addition to exposing students to high level discussion of media related topics, the seminar will help students to think through their own career goals and to gain valuable opportunities to network with professionals. Prerequisite: Take CM-101
Offered: As Needed All Years
AR 277 INTRODUCTION TO PRINTMAKING 3.0 Credit(s)
This studio course is an introduction to relief printing, intaglio processes, monoprints, and screen printing. Students learn the process through hands-on guided instruction, demonstration, and lectures on historic and contemporary examples within printmaking.
Offered: Spring Semester All Years
HS 220 EMT TRAINING & CLINICAL SKILLS 6.0 Credit(s)
This course prepares students for certification as an emergency medical technician (EMT), utilizing basic knowledge and skills necessary to stabilize and safely transport patients ranging from non-emergency and routine medical transports to life threatening emergencies. Students will learn the knowledge and skills necessary to provide out of hospital emergency medical care and transportation for critical and emergent patients who access the emergency medical services (EMS) system. Various ways EMTs function as part of a comprehensive EMS response system, under medical oversight, will be covered. Students will learn to perform interventions with the basic equipment typically found on an ambulance. The critical link between the scene of an emergency and the health care system will be emphasized. No prerequisites. Open to all majors.
Offered: All Semesters All Years
SP 211 CONVERSATION SPANISH I 3.0 Credit(s)
Emphasis on intensive oral practice, short speeches, and group discussions. Prerequisite: Take SP-152 or SP-201 or SP-202
Offered: Fall Semester All Years
ENG 290 MAJOR AMERICAN WOMEN WRITERS 3.0 Credit(s)
In this course students will read the works of major American women writers. These writers may be selected anywhere from the Colonial to the Contemporary Period. The works of these writers may be fiction, poetry, drama, or non-fiction. Students will read, discuss and write about the works of these major writers and examine how the works of these writers represent and advance the values and project of American culture and reflect issues of race, gender, and class in American culture.
Offered: All Semesters All Years
PO 223 THE POLITICS OF SPORTS AND GAMING 3.0 Credit(s)
This course explores the intersection of sports, public policy, and economics. Students will examine key questions related to the interplay between governments, private business, and athletes, including public investments in sports infrastructure and the role of sports in communities.
Offered: As Needed Contact Department