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PHYS 2981 - Independent Study 3 Hours
Students enrolled in Independent Study will work in close contact with a sponsoring faculty member to investigate a discipline facet not covered within the College curriculum. Independent Study Courses are designed in concert with the student and the sponsoring faculty member and are offered to provide increased opportunity for individualized learning in a well-defined area of study.
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PHYS 3000 - Physics by Inquiry 4 hours
This course is designed for students in education majors interested in teaching physics. This course could also be suitable for students who would want to get their “feet wet” with a hands-on science course. The course provides an activity based introduction to Electric Circuits, Electromagnets, Light and Optics and Kinematics, The course focuses both on the content as well as curriculum design, instructional strategies and use of educational technologies for effective physics teaching. The emphasis is more on learning the concepts and applying them to practical situations rather than on mathematical skills. Students work on experiments, collect and analyze data and present an analysis of their results.
Fees: $50.00
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PHYS 3210 - Classical Mechanics 4 hours
Prerequisites: PHYS 1111 and PHYS 1112 or PHYS 2111 and PHYS 2112 ; MATH 2201 and MATH 2202 with a grade of “C-” or better.
The course is a continuation of PHYS 1111/1112 or 2111/2112. Newtonian dynamics of particles and rigid bodies, relativistic mechanics, Lagrangian and Hamiltonian mechanics and waves will be discussed.
Fees: $50.00
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PHYS 3410 - Thermodynamics 4 hours
Prerequisites: MATH 2201 with a grade of “C-” or better or permission of instructor
Co-requisite: PHYS 1111 or PHYS 2111 Thermodynamics seeks to apply physical and mathematical methods to the investigation of chemical systems. This first semester course focuses on the topics of classical thermodynamics, equilibria, chemical kinetics, the kinetic theory of gasses, and the phases of matter. Laboratory experiments will complement the lectures and provide insights into calorimetry, phases, thermodynamics and gas laws.
Fees: $50.00
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PHYS 3420 - Quantum Mechanics 4 hours
Prerequisites: CHEM 3410 or PHYS 1112 or PHYS 2112 with a grade of “C-” or better.
Co-requisite: MATH 2202 Quantum Mechanics seeks to apply physical and mathematical methods to the investigation of chemical systems. This second semester course will focus on the application of quantum mechanics to understanding atomic and molecular structure. Additional topics will include group theory and spectroscopy. Laboratory exercises will cover various examples of computational and spectroscopy techniques.
Fees: $50.00
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PHYS 4850 - Study Abroad 3 Hours
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PHYS 4851 - Study Abroad 3 Hours
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PHYS 4980 - Independent Study 3 Hours
Students enrolled in Independent Study will work in close contact with a sponsoring faculty member to investigate a discipline facet not covered within the College curriculum. Independent Study Courses are designed in concert with the student and the sponsoring faculty member and are offered to provide increased opportunity for individualized learning in a well-defined area of study.
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PHYS 4981 - Independent Study 3 Hours
Students enrolled in Independent Study will work in close contact with a sponsoring faculty member to investigate a discipline facet not covered within the College curriculum. Independent Study Courses are designed in concert with the student and the sponsoring faculty member and are offered to provide increased opportunity for individualized learning in a well-defined area of study.
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PHYS 4996 - Special Topics 1-4 hours
Courses on selected topics in the discipline.
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Political Science |
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POLI 1100 - American Government 3 hours
The constitutional and political structures of our national and state governments are appraised in this course. Present events are treated in light of their constitutional background. The content of this course satisfies the state legislative requirements concerning the Georgia Constitution.
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POLI 2001 - Introduction to Politics 3 hours
This course is designed to connect the formal study of politics to the broader liberal arts curriculum. Whereas other political science courses are primarily focused on policy and institutions, this course examines the broader history of ideas that constitute the discipline of political science.
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POLI 2005 - Introduction to Comparative Governments 3 hours
This course studies the structures, processes and ideologies of other nations in a comparative perspective.
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POLI 2006 - Special Topics/Internship in Pol Science 3 hours
Permission of professor is required.
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POLI 2299 - Special Topics 3 hours
Special Topics
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POLI 2850 - Study Abroad 3 Hours
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POLI 2851 - Study Abroad 3 Hours
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POLI 2980 - Independent Study 3 Hours
Students enrolled in Independent Study will work in close contact with a sponsoring faculty member to investigate a discipline facet not covered within the College curriculum. Independent Study Courses are designed in concert with the student and the sponsoring faculty member and are offered to provide increased opportunity for individualized learning in a well-defined area of study.
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POLI 2981 - Independent Study 3 Hours
Students enrolled in Independent Study will work in close contact with a sponsoring faculty member to investigate a discipline facet not covered within the College curriculum. Independent Study Courses are designed in concert with the student and the sponsoring faculty member and are offered to provide increased opportunity for individualized learning in a well-defined area of study.
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POLI 3065 - Vietnam Wars: Lessons Unlearned 3 Hours
This course examines key political and military events that shaped America’s 30 year involvement in the Vietnam War. In addition to studying factors such as colonialism and the Cold War. The course will also explore the lasting legacies of Vietnam with special emphasis on current American military ventures.
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POLI 3100 - Introduction to American Legal System 3 hours
Prerequisites: with a grade of “C-” or better.
This course is an analysis of the actors and agencies involved in the administration of criminal law and civil law. This course specifically addresses political issues and how the legal system functions. The course includes an examination of the constitutional and political ramifications of such factors in the criminal justice system as arrest, search and seizure, the functioning of the criminal courts and corrections.
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POLI 4850 - Study Abroad 3 Hours
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POLI 4851 - Study Abroad 3 Hours
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POLI 4980 - Independent Study 3 Hours
Students enrolled in Independent Study will work in close contact with a sponsoring faculty member to investigate a discipline facet not covered within the College curriculum. Independent Study Courses are designed in concert with the student and the sponsoring faculty member and are offered to provide increased opportunity for individualized learning in a well-defined area of study.
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POLI 4981 - Independent Study 3 Hours
Students enrolled in Independent Study will work in close contact with a sponsoring faculty member to investigate a discipline facet not covered within the College curriculum. Independent Study Courses are designed in concert with the student and the sponsoring faculty member and are offered to provide increased opportunity for individualized learning in a well-defined area of study.
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PCUL 1000 - Introduction to Cultural Theory and Popular Culture I 3 hours
This introduction to contemporary theories of popular culture focuses on transformations of Western conceptions of “the people,” “art,” “culture” and “representation.” The course will examine thinkers from Matthew Arnold, who argued in 1882’s Culture and Anarchy that culture was the “best that has thought and said in the world” to Stuart Hall, who argued a century later that “Popular culture is one of the sites where this struggle for and against a culture of the powerful is engaged.” Exploring various schools of thought, the course will allow participants to better understand the struggles over meaning that popular culture, from Michael Jackson to Miley Cyrus, help us negotiate in our everyday lives.
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PCUL 1050 - Popping Culture: Research Methods for Studying the Popular I 3 hours
An introduction to researching popular culture, this course builds on various approaches in the humanities and social sciences to ask how and why popular culture functions today. Students will develop an interdisciplinary understanding of the relationship between theory and practice in popular culture as they employ content analysis, surveys, discussion groups, semiotic analysis, and other methodologies to form questions about popular culture and begin to interrogate the objects and practices that envelop their everyday lives.
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PSYC 1102 - Introduction to Psychology 3 hours
A course designed to provide the student with a general knowledge of psychology. Emphasis is placed on terminology, major concepts and theories, and major divisions of psychology.
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PSYC 2001 - Human Growth & Dev 3 hours
Prerequisites: PSYC 1102 with a grade of “C-” or better.
A study of mental, physical, emotional, moral, and social growth over a life span and the relationship of the various phases of development to the educative process.
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PSYC 2010 - Health Psychology 3 hours
An introduction of the biopsychosocial perspective on health and illness. Emphasis will be placed on how stress and behaviors impact physical health
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PSYC 2020 - Human Sexuality 3 hours
An exploration of sexual behaviors from a biological, psychological, and social perspective. Potential topics include sexual anatomy, behaviors, dysfunction, and coercion, as well as contraception, sexually transmitted diseases, and paraphilia
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PSYC 2850 - Study Abroad 3 hours
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PSYC 2851 - Study Abroad 3 hours
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PSYC 2980 - Independent Study 3 hours
Students enrolled in Independent Study will work in close contact with a sponsoring faculty member to investigate a discipline facet not covered within the College curriculum. Independent Study Courses are designed in concert with the student and the sponsoring faculty member and are offered to provide increased opportunity for individualized learning in a well-defined area of study.
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PSYC 2981 - Independent Study 3 hours
Students enrolled in Independent Study will work in close contact with a sponsoring faculty member to investigate a discipline facet not covered within the College curriculum. Independent Study Courses are designed in concert with the student and the sponsoring faculty member and are offered to provide increased opportunity for individualized learning in a well-defined area of study.
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PSYC 3010 - Abnormal Psychology 3 hours
Prerequisites: PSYC 1102 with a grade of “C-” or better.
A survey of psychological disorders in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual. Diagnostic criteria, etiology, treatment and theoretical causes will be emphasized along with case studies.
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PSYC 3030 - Theories of Personality 3 hours
Prerequisites: PSYC 1102 with a grade of “C-” or better.
Classical and contemporary approaches to the study of personality development, structure and dynamics will be considered. Psychodynamic, trait, biological, evolutionary, behavioristic, humanistic and cognitive theories will be included.
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PSYC 3111 - Research Methods and Statistics I 3 hours
Prerequisites: PSYC 1102 and MATH 2000 with a grade of “C-” or better.
The study of scientific research techniques used in the social sciences including field studies, surveys, correlational studies, true experiments and quasi-experimental research. Research design, basic data analysis, and scientific communication is included.
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PSYC 3996 - Special Topics 3 hours
Courses on selected topics in the discipline.
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PSYC 4010 - Learning and Memory 3 hours
Prerequisites: PSYC 1102 with a grade of “C-” or better.
Classical and Operant conditioning, observational learning and information processing theory will be studied along with techniques of behavior modification. Types of memory and current theories on memory development will be included.
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PSYC 4020 - Cognitive Psychology 3 hours
Prerequisites: PSYC 1102 with a grade of “C-” or better.
The study of cognitive processes including attention, memory, language, problem-solving, and perception. Classical theories, information processing and evolutionary theory will be considered.
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PSYC 4110 - Biological Psychology 3 hours
Prerequisites: PSYC 1102 with a grade of “C-” or better.
A study of the biological basis of behavior based on neural function and organization of the brain. Brain development, drug action and abnormal behavior will be included. Neural control of emotion, sexual behavior and language will be examined.
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PSYC 4120 - Sensation and Perception 3 hours
Prerequisites: PSYC 1102 with a grade of “C-” or better.
The fundamentals of sensation and sensory physiology and the neural processes leading to our perceptions and thoughts will be examined.
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PSYC 4210 - History and Systems of Psychology 3 hours
Prerequisites: PSYC 1102 with a grade of “C-” or better.
A study of the history of psychology from Greek philosophy through the founding of Psychology in the late 19th century and the development of Psychology in the 20th century.
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PSYC 4310 - Psychology of Music W 3 hours
Prerequisites: PSYC 1102 and ENGL 1102 with a grade of “C-” or better.
This seminar course will examine the phenomenon of music from acoustic, psychological, cultural, neuroscience, and evolutionary perspectives.
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PSYC 4320 - Theories of Psychotherapy 3 hours
Prerequisites: PSYC 3030 with a grade of “C-” or better.
This course is a general introduction to the major theoretical approaches to psychotherapy and counseling, including psychoanalytic/psychodynamic perspectives, existential theory, behavioral and cognitive-behavioral therapy, reality therapy, group therapy, etc. Basic therapeutic skills will be introduced and common ethical concerns in psychotherapy will be examined.
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PSYC 4330 - Environmental Psychology 3 hours
Prerequisites: PSYC 1102 with a grade of “C-” or better.
This course will provide an introduction to the scientific study of the many interactions that exist between humans and the natural and built environment. The first part of the class will address environmental influences (e.g., nature, crowding, noise) on human health and well-being. Next, we will examine the goal of sustainability and how the field of psychology can aid in the interdisciplinary approach to solving the world’s complex issues. We will examine the effects that humans have on the natural environment. Additionally, we will examine environmental issues through a self-regulatory and social approach.
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PSYC 4500 - Senior Literature Review Seminar S 3 hours
Prerequisites: PSYC 3111 with a grade of “C-” or better.
A course for senior psychology majors covering advanced study of selected topics. Students will read and evaluate primary source material in order to complete a formal literature review manuscript.
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PSYC 4501 - Senior Empirical Research Seminar 3 hours
Prerequisites: with a grade of “C-” or better.
Senior psychology major will survey a topic of their choice, design a study, collect and analyze data, and submit the study in APA publication format.
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PSYC 4850 - Study Abroad 3 hours
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PSYC 4851 - Study Abroad 3 hours
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PSYC 4980 - Independent Study 3 hours
Students enrolled in Independent Study will work in close contact with a sponsoring faculty member to investigate a discipline facet not covered within the College curriculum. Independent Study Courses are designed in concert with the student and the sponsoring faculty member and are offered to provide increased opportunity for individualized learning in a well-defined area of study.
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PSYC 4981 - Independent Study 3 hours
Students enrolled in Independent Study will work in close contact with a sponsoring faculty member to investigate a discipline facet not covered within the College curriculum. Independent Study Courses are designed in concert with the student and the sponsoring faculty member and are offered to provide increased opportunity for individualized learning in a well-defined area of study.
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Recreation |
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RECR 2200 - Sport Ethics 3 Hours
A study of ethical issues within the sport and leisure context. Topics will include moral reasoning and ethical decision making, the role of ethics in the sports and leisure industry, sportsmanship, and ethical and unethical behavior in sport. More specific topics will include, cheating and deception, the use of performance-enhancing drugs and techniques, gamesmanship, violence, the economics of sports, ethical issues in youth sports, and the role of the coach as an authority figure.
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RELI 1200 - World Religions I 3 hours
An introduction to important beliefs, practices, and traditions of religions around the world; some attention will be given to local and indigenous practices as well as to globalized forms of religion.
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RELI 2100 - The New Testament I 3 hours
A survey of the background and content of the New Testament, with emphasis on interpretation.
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RELI 2110 - Life and Teachings of Jesus I 3 hours
Exploration of the life and teachings of Jesus through historical, critical analysis of the gospels as well as discussion of interpretations of Jesus in the church and academy.
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RELI 2120 - Asian Scriptures I 3 hours
Examination of religious scriptures in Buddhism, Daoism, Hinduism, and/or Confucianism.
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RELI 2130 - Hermeneutics I 3 hours
Study of the art and science of interpretation of religious and non-religious texts.
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RELI 2140 - Hebrew Bible I 3 hours
The Hebrew Bible, sometimes called the “Old” Testament, has profoundly impacted diverse groups of people around the globe. Numerous religious traditions appeal to what seems to be this same collection of books. But what’s really in it? This course provides students with an introduction to the history, literature, and interpretation of the Hebrew Bible from multiple perspectives, with attention to archeological findings and textual criticism. No prerequisites
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RELI 2200 - History of Christianity I 3 hours
A historical survey of Christianity from its beginning to the present, with particular emphasis on the interrelationship between the Church and the surrounding culture.
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RELI 2210 - Muslim Journeys I 3 hours
A study of the beliefs and practices of Islamic traditions, with a focus on Muslim sacred literature, historical developments, and contemporary expressions.
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RELI 2220 - Buddhist Thought and Practice I 3 hours
A study of the beliefs and practices of Buddhist traditions, examining historical developments and contemporary expressions.
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RELI 2230 - Jewish Experience I 3 hours
A study of the beliefs and practices of Jewish traditions, with a focus on Jewish philosophy and Holocaust studies.
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RELI 2260 - Hindu Traditions I 3 hours
Prerequisites: ENGL 1101 with a grade of “C-” or better or Permission of Instructor
The word “Hinduism” is a term that has come to apply to a wide diversity of religious traditions originating in India. In fact, Hinduism is sometimes said to be the religion of “330 million” deities. This course is a study of Hindu beliefs and practices, with a focus on the varieties of devotions, diverse gods and goddesses, contested historical developments, and contemporary expressions.
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RELI 2270 - Chinese Religions 3 hours
Prerequisites: ENGL 1101 with a grade of “C-” or better or Permission of Instructor
The religious landscape in China has always been diverse, and practitioners participate in mutiple traditions without experiencing conflict. A constellation of religious and cultural ideas has taken on global significance, from the Dao to feng shui. This course surveys the ancient state religion, classical Confucianism, philosophical and religious Daoism, and popular religion-with attention paid to gods,ghosts, and ancestors.
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RELI 2300 - Theories of Religion I 3 hours
An exploration of the nature and origins of religion through such disciplines as philosophy, history, psychology, sociology, anthropology and cultural studies.
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RELI 2310 - Philosophy of Religion I 3 hours
A critical examination of important theories concerning issues such as religious diversity in the modern world shaped by science and technology, the nature of ultimate reality, the existence of God, the destiny of human beings and significance of religious experience, the problem of evil, and the meaningfulness of religious language.
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RELI 2320 - Comparative Religious Ethics I 3 hours
An exploration of various systems of religious ethics in Western and Asian religious traditions. Special attention is given to the way in which texts, cultures and traditions influence ethical systems.
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RELI 2330 - Christian Ethics I 3 hours
A study of the historical and textual foundations of Christian ethics, with discussion of application to contemporary moral problems.
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RELI 2340 - Religion Politics and Law 3 hours
Prerequisites: ENGL 1101 with a grade of “C-” or better or Permission from the Instructor
From the ban on religious symbols in public spaces in France to the controversies over efforts to have the “Ten Commandments” displayed in American courtrooms, religiosity collides with law and politics. How people conceive of religion shapes how they think about “secularism,” the way we have come to speak about public democratic spaces. This course will examine a number of topics, such as tensions between religion and politics, major Supreme Court decisions, perceptions and experiences of migrations, and effects of de-colonialization.
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RELI 2350 - Race, Gender, and Religion 3 hours
Prerequisites: ENGL 1101 or permission of instructor
How have religions been shaped by notions of “race” and “sex”? How have race and sex been determined by religion? How are people’s experience of their religious longing effected by how they are racially identified or how their sexual orientation is perceived? This course examines intersections definitive for people’s identities-race, gender, and religion.
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RELI 2850 - Study Abroad I 1 hour
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RELI 2851 - Study Abroad I 1 hour
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RELI 2980 - Independent Study I 1 hour
Students enrolled in Independent Study will work in close contact with a sponsoring faculty member to investigate a discipline facet not covered within the College curriculum. Independent Study Courses are designed in concert with the student and the sponsoring faculty member and are offered to provide increased opportunity for individualized learning in a well-defined area of study.
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RELI 2981 - Independent Study I 1 hour
Students enrolled in Independent Study will work in close contact with a sponsoring faculty member to investigate a discipline facet not covered within the College curriculum. Independent Study Courses are designed in concert with the student and the sponsoring faculty member and are offered to provide increased opportunity for individualized learning in a well-defined area of study.
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RELI 3110 - Themes in Sacred Writing I 3 hours
Prerequisites: One Previous RELI 1000-2000 Level Course Encouraged
Critical and concentrated study of a theme, genre or entirety of selected sacred writings.
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RELI 3201 - Christian Thought I 3 hours
Prerequisites: One Previous RELI 1000-2000 Level Course Encouraged with a grade of “C-” or better.
This course provides an introduction to the major historic periods, doctrines, and development of Christian theology from the New Testament to the twenty-first century. Through a close reading and discussion of primary texts, students will have the opportunity to explore a variety of theologies.
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RELI 3210 - Protestant Reformers I 3 hours
Prerequisites: One Previous RELI 1000-2000 Level Course Encouraged
A study of the lives, thought and influence of significant figures in Protestant Reforming Movements, such as Martin Luther, the Anabaptist Reformers, and John Wesley.
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RELI 3220 - Zen Buddhism I 3 hours
Prerequisites: One Previous RELI 1000-2000 Level Course Encouraged
An examination of the development of Chan in China and the transmission of Zen to Japan and the West.
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RELI 3230 - Themes in Asian Religions I 3 hours
Prerequisites: One Previous RELI 1000-2000 Level Course Encouraged
In-depth study of a particular theme, practice, or text(s) in one or more Asian religious traditions.
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RELI 3240 - Religion in the Americas I 3 hours
Prerequisites: ENGL 1101 with a grade of “C-” or better.
How have religions-originating in the Middle East and Asia-changed as they have taken root in the Americas? How have indigenous American cultures been effected by colonialism and earlier missionaries? This course examines movements, personalities, and practices of religious traditions throughout the Americas. The Americas have been sites of conflict, compromise, and creativity. In the modern period, many indigenous peoples seek recovery of pre-Christian African and Native American traditions and many others turn to new religious options like Pentecostalism. Particular attention will be paid to cultural intersections in Appalachia and the American South.
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RELI 3300 - Approaches to Studying Religions I 3 hours
Prerequisites: One Previous RELI 1000-2000 Level Course Encouraged
Pre/co-requisite: ENGL 1101
Where did religion come from? What does religion do for individuals or communities? Is there a difference between being religious and studying about religion? Can someone who is not religious understand another person’s religiousness? This course provides students with a specialized examination of methods in religious studies such as the radical critique of religion, modern historicism, phenomenology, ethnography, philosophical hermeneutics, scientific modeling, and more.
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RELI 3310 - Religion and Sexuality 3 hours
Prerequisites: ENGL 1101 with a grade of “C-” or better or Permission from the Instructor
Religious narratives are full of sex, relationships, drama, and gender identity formation. Religions and religious discourse are often used to frame notions of sexuality and gender identity, to the point of having civil and legal impacts. Religious ideas have also been used to critique repressive political impositions on sexual identity. This course examines from a global and comparative perspective, public and private debates about sexual topics, as well as trace out origins of notions of sex in ancient religious texts.
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RELI 3996 - Special Topics I 3 hours
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RELI 4850 - Study Abroad I 1 Hour
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RELI 4851 - Study Abroad I 1 Hour
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RELI 4900 - Senior Capstone Project I
Prerequisites: Junior or Senior Standing, Religious Studies Major
A capstone seminar and project required of all seniors. The seminar will involve the creation and presentation of a thesis or other research project to the seminar, as well as reflection on and evaluation of experiences in the major.
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RELI 4980 - Independent Study I 1 hour
Students enrolled in Independent Study will work in close contact with a sponsoring faculty member to investigate a discipline facet not covered within the College curriculum. Independent Study Courses are designed in concert with the student and the sponsoring faculty member and are offered to provide increased opportunity for individualized learning in a well-defined area of study.
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RELI 4981 - Independent Study I 1 Hour
Students enrolled in Independent Study will work in close contact with a sponsoring faculty member to investigate a discipline facet not covered within the College curriculum. Independent Study Courses are designed in concert with the student and the sponsoring faculty member and are offered to provide increased opportunity for individualized learning in a well-defined area of study.
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RELI 4996 - Special Topics I 3 hours
Prerequisites: One Previous RELI 1000-2000 Level Course Encouraged with a grade of “C-” or better.
This course features focused study in an area of Religious Studies selected by the instructor. May be repeated as the topic differs. One Previous REU 1000-2000 Level Course, or Permission of Instructor.
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RELI 4997 - Special Topics I 3 hours
Prerequisites: One Previous RELI 1000-2000 Level Course Encouraged
This course features focused study in an area of Religious Studies selected by the instructor. May be repeated as the topic differs. One Previous REU 1000-2000 Level Course, or Permission of Instructor.
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RELI 4998 - Special Topics I 3 hours
Prerequisites: One Previous RELI 1000-2000 Level Course Encouraged
This course features focused study in an area of Religious Studies selected by the instructor. May be repeated as the topic differs. One Previous REU 1000-2000 Level Course, or Permission of Instructor.
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LDCE 2201 - Theory/Pract Acad Service Learning HN 3 Hours
Though this course will begin with a brief history of the pedagogical and philosophical origins of service learning, the main focus will be on the actual work that students will conduct throughout the semester at a local community partner agency of their choice. In addition, the class will meet together weekly for processing and reflection.
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SOCI 1120 - Introduction to Sociology 3 hours
An introduction to the scientific study of society. Major concepts and theories are discussed and the influence of society on the individual is emphasized.
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SOCI 2240 - Social Inequality 3 hours
Prerequisites: SOCI 1120 with a grade of “C-” or better.
Examines the role of social inequality and stratification systems in society. While stratification systems in different societies are studied, the focus is on institutionalized inequality in the U.S. Also focuses on how gender, race, and class are organizing principles of society and its institutions like the economy, media, and the family.
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SOCI 2980 - Independent Study 3 Hours
Students enrolled in Independent Study will work in close contact with a sponsoring faculty member to investigate a discipline facet not covered within the College curriculum. Independent Study Courses are designed in concert with the student and the sponsoring faculty member and are offered to provide increased opportunity for individualized learning in a well-defined area of study.
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SOCI 2981 - Independent Study 3 Hours
Students enrolled in Independent Study will work in close contact with a sponsoring faculty member to investigate a discipline facet not covered within the College curriculum. Independent Study Courses are designed in concert with the student and the sponsoring faculty member and are offered to provide increased opportunity for individualized learning in a well-defined area of study.
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SOCI 3130 - Medical Sociology 3 hours
Prerequisites: SOCI 1120 with a grade of “C-” or better or permission of the instructor.
Examines how health, illness, and health care are embedded in society and culture. Emphasis given to processes of medicalization and demedicalization; medicine’s connection to various socio-cultural factors such as gender, social class, race, and administrative cultures; comparative analysis of the U.S. health care system and other health care systems around the world; and the professionalization of medicine.
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