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PSYC 465 - Psychology Proseminar
Broad, intense review of the subject areas of psychology; orientation to the psychology GRE exam.
Prerequisite: 21 hours in psychology.
Credits: 3 hours
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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PSYC 466 - Psychological Research
The general character, advantages, and limitations of scientific method in psychological research. Students will design, conduct, and statistically treat the data obtained from a research project.
Prerequisites: PSYC 266, STAT 190 or STAT 290, either STAT 375, 376, or 378, and senior psychology major.
Credits: 4 hours
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
NOTE: This is a writing-enhanced course.
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PSYC 471 - Internship: Psychology
On-the-job specialized training in fields generally accepted as needing psychology field experience to complement the student’s academic training. Course is graded pass/fail. A special application procedure is required and must be completed the semester prior to starting the internship.
Credits: 3-12 hours
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PSYC 472 - Internship Evaluation and Analysis
Research, evaluation, and analytical analysis of internship experiences. Prearrange one semester before enrollment.
Credits: 1-3 hours
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PSYC 482 - Readings in Psychology
Readings in psychology.
Prerequisite: 12 hours in psychology and instructor’s permission.
Credits: 1-3 hours
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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PSYC 498 - Seminar: Psychology
Selected topics in psychology.
Credits: 3 hours
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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PSYC 554 - Independent Studies: Psychology
An opportunity for students to organize and conduct research projects of their own choice with the help of faculty supervision.
Prerequisite: permission of instructor.
Credits: 1-3 hours
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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PSYC 554G - Independent Studies: Psychology
An opportunity for students to organize and conduct research projects of their own choice with the help of faculty supervision.
Prerequisite: permission of instructor.
Credits: 1-3 hours
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ROML 490 - Romance Language Capstone Experience
This course is a culminating experience in which students will demonstrate skills and knowledge developed during their experience in the Romance Language major. The Romance Language student will research, write, and revise an extensive research paper under the supervision of a member of the Romance Language faculty. The capstone topic selected will directly relate to the language, literature, culture, history, and/or civilization of at least two different Romance languages and the societies or civilizations they represent. Students will present the results of their research in a public forum at the end of the semester.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of Romance Language Major remediation plans (if applicable), successful completion of LING 319 Linguistics of a Language Family: Romance Languages, and consent of instructor, who will provide access to registering for the course. To be taken during one of the final two semesters of the major.
Credits: 2 hours
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
NOTE: This is a writing-enhanced course.
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RUSS 115 - Elementary Russian I
An introduction to the structures of Russian. The goal is to begin acquiring a knowledge of Russian grammar on a written and spoken basis. Vocabulary acquisition and pronunciation will be stressed. This semester will introduce noun and verb systems.
Credits: 4 hours
NOTE: Successful completion of the continuing course, RUSS 116, fulfills the Foreign Language Interconnecting Perspective of the Liberal Studies Program.
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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RUSS 116 - Elementary Russian II
Continuation of RUSS 115. Further investigation of the noun and verbal systems. Development of conversational and reading skills.
Prerequisite: RUSS 115 or consent of instructor.
Credits: 4 hours
NOTE: Successful completion of RUSS 116 fulfills the Foreign Language Interconnecting Perspective of the Liberal Studies Program.
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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RUSS 215 - Intermediate Russian I
A review of basic grammar and an introduction to more advanced structures. Development of conversation and writing skills.
Prerequisite: RUSS 116 or equivalent, as determined by placement exam.
Credits: 3 hours
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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RUSS 216 - Intermediate Russian II
Continuing analysis of grammatical structures, refinement of reading and conversational skills.
Prerequisite: RUSS 215 or equivalent, as determined by placement exam.
Credits: 3 hours
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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RUSS 315 - Advanced Russian I
Review of the mechanics of declension. Review of case system which will include verbal government and prepositions. Course will use readings from Russian and Soviet literature as a base for grammatical analysis as well as for conversation topics. Course conducted in Russian.
Prerequisite: RUSS 216 or equivalent, as determined by placement exam.
Credits: 3 hours
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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RUSS 316 - Advanced Russian II
Focus will be on verb morphology (conjugation, participles, verbal adverbs, “reflexive” verbs). Will include readings from Russian and Soviet literature as a base for grammatical analysis and practice. Course conducted in Russian.
Prerequisite: RUSS 315 or equivalent, as determined by placement exam.
Credits: 3 hours
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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RUSS 325 - Russian and Soviet Cinema
A survey of the development of Russian and Soviet cinema, from its beginnings to present day. The course will look at notable directors (for instance Sergei Eisenstein and Andrey Tarkovsky) as well as other talented but less well-known directors. It will consider the work of both Russian and non-Russian Soviet directors (for example, Sergei Paradjanov). It will explore both the artistic developments manifested in Russian/Soviet filmmaking, and the historical context in which Russian/Soviet films were made. Course conducted in English.
Credits: 3 hours
NOTE: Honors Scholar Course.
NOTE: This course fulfills the Aesthetic: Fine Arts Mode of Inquiry of the Liberal Studies Program.
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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RUSS 340 - Russian Drama
Survey of Russian drama from its beginning to present. Course conducted in English.
Credits: 3 hours
NOTE: Russian majors will be expected to read excerpts in the original.
NOTE: This course fulfills the Aesthetic: Literature Mode of Inquiry of the Liberal Studies Program.
NOTE: Honors Scholar Course.
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
NOTE: This is a writing-enhanced course.
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RUSS 350 - Russian Culture
Provides a basic introduction through readings, lectures and audio-visual materials, covering many of the significant cultural accomplishments of Russia. Course conducted in English.
Credits: 3 hours
NOTE: This course fulfills the Intercultural Interconnecting Perspective of the Liberal Studies Program.
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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RUSS 370 - Survey of Russian Literature I
Survey of the beginnings of modern Russian literature from Pushkin to Tolstoy. The course will cover the major Russian writers of the 19th Century. Course conducted in English. Russian majors will be expected to read excerpts in the original.
Credits: 3 hours
NOTE: This course fulfills the Aesthetic: Literature Mode of Inquiry of the Liberal Studies Program.
NOTE: Honors Scholar Course.
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
NOTE: This is a writing-enhanced course.
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RUSS 371 - Survey of Russian Literature II
Survey of Russian literature from early 20th Century period down to present day, from Chekhov and the later Tolstoy to modern day writers such as Trifonov and Rasputin. Course conducted in English. Russian majors will be expected to read excerpts in the original.
Credits: 3 hours
NOTE: This course fulfills the Aesthetic: Literature Mode of Inquiry of the Liberal Studies Program.
NOTE: Honors Scholar Course.
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
NOTE: This is a writing-enhanced course.
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RUSS 372 - Contemporary Russian Literature
Survey of representative works written during the perestroika and glasnost’ period (1985-1990) and the Post-Soviet period (1991-today). Course conducted in English.
Credits: 3 hours
NOTE: Honors Scholar Course.
NOTE: This course fulfills the Aesthetic: Literature Mode of Inquiry of the Liberal Studies Program.
NOTE: This is a writing-enhanced course.
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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RUSS 375 - Topics in Russian
Specialized topics unavailable in other courses. May be repeated once.
Prerequisite: consent of instructor.
Credits: 3 hours
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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RUSS 400 - Russian Capstone Experience
May consist of 1) a written research project; 2) a coordinated teaching opportunity within the community; 3) an internship abroad; 4) other activity that would cause the student to bring to bear on a significant topic and project the preparation gathered in previous work toward the major.
Credits: 2 hours
NOTE: Students must take this course in the final semester of their senior year.
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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RUSS 415 - Fourth Year Russian I
Close readings of Russian texts. Detailed grammatical and stylistic analyses. Speaking skills will also be emphasized with an aim toward more sophisticated command of the language. Course conducted in Russian.
Prerequisite: RUSS 316 or equivalent, as determined by placement exam.
Credits: 3 hours
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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RUSS 416 - Fourth Year Russian II
Continues in-depth readings of Russian texts begun in RUSS 415. Continues practice with speaking skills. Course conducted in Russian.
Prerequisite: RUSS 415 or equivalent, as determined by placement exam.
Credits: 3 hours
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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RUSS 420 - The Modern Russian Novel
A survey of the development of the modern Russian novel from the start of the 20th Century (post-Tolstoy) to the present day. Includes works by Bely, Zamiatin, Pasternak, Aitmatov and others. Course conducted in English. Russian majors will be expected to read excerpts in the original.
Credits: 3 hours
NOTE: This course fulfills the Aesthetic: Literature Mode of Inquiry of the Liberal Studies Program.
NOTE: Honors Scholar Course.
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
NOTE: This is a writing-enhanced course.
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RUSS 480 - Major Russian Writers
In-depth examination of the works of 1-2 major Russian authors. Selection will vary each time course is offered. Authors who may be selected include Pushkin, Gogol, Dostoyevsky, Tolstoy, Chekhov, Bely, Bulgakov, Solzhenitsyn, Rasputin. May be repeated. Course conducted in English. Russian majors will be expected to read excerpts in the original.
Credits: 3 hours
NOTE: This course fulfills the Aesthetic: Literature Mode of Inquiry of the Liberal Studies Program.
NOTE: Honors Scholar Course.
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
NOTE: This is a writing-enhanced course.
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SCED 608G - Management of Instruction in Science with Lab
This course develops the basic philosophy, planning and implementation skills related to teaching science concepts and processes to secondary students. Emphasis is placed on meeting the preservice teacher competencies with specific instruction on how to best teach science to a diverse population of learners. Instruction in classroom management, safety, technology and the reflective process is provided. The laboratory consists of pre-interns observing, assisting, and teaching for a minimum of 30 clock hours in the classroom of a public school science teacher. This course is a direct preparatory experience for the responsibilities of the internship.
Prerequisite: Admission to the MAE program.
Credits: 3 hours
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SED 100 - Pre-MAE Seminar in Special Education
Four one-hour sessions designed to orient, explain and review both the MAE program and State of Missouri teaching/certification requirements. Normally taken spring semester of the freshman year.
Credits: 0 hours
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SED 530 - Intermediate Teaching Experiences
An intermediate-level field experience is taken concurrently with SED 530.
Prerequisite: Senior status.
Credits: 0 hours
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SED 530 - Psychology of the Exceptional Child
Behavior, characteristics, diagnosis, etiology, classification, and treatment of individuals with special needs. Individuals identified as gifted, as having mental, physical, learning, emotional/behavioral, visual and auditory disabilities are included. A field experience of 45 clock hours is required through concurrent enrollment in SED 530 Intermediate Teaching Experiences. Required for Special Education majors.
Prerequisite: Senior status.
Credits: 3 hours
When Offered: (fall only)
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SED 535 - Counseling, Collaboration, and Consultation with Parents and Families
This course combines theory and practice in understanding the unique problems of students with disabilities and their families. Students will develop basic counseling strategies necessary in dealing with these problems.
Prerequisite: Senior status.
Credits: 3 hours
When Offered: (fall only)
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SED 535G - Counseling, Collaboration, and Consultation with Parents and Families
This course combines theory and practice in understanding the unique problems of students with disabilities and their families. Students will develop basic counseling strategies necessary in dealing with these problems.
Credits: 3 hours
When Offered: (fall only)
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SED 581 - Extended Teaching Experiences
Extended field experience is taken concurrently with SED 581.
Prerequisite: Grade of C or higher in SED 530.
Credits: 0 hours
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SED 581 - Learning Characteristics of and Curriculum for Students with Disabilities
Learning characteristics, educational strategies, and curriculum for students with disabilities will be explored. A 45 clock hour field experience with students with disabilities is required in this course through concurrent enrollment in SED 581 Extended Teaching Experiences.
Prerequisite: Grade of C or higher in SED 530.
Credits: 3 hours
When Offered: (spring only)
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SED 602G - Cross-Categorical Special Education
A study of etiologies, trends and characteristics of students formerly labeled as mentally handicapped or retarded, specific learning disabled, behavior disordered, as well as health and physically disabled. Over-representation in special education of children from minority cultures, and those from families experiencing poverty levels will be explored. The evolution of cross-categorical special education, normalization and inclusion will be contrasted with categorical and exclusion practices. Federal and state definitions along with eligibility criteria will be discussed and reviewed in regard to the new IDEA legislation. Collaborative roles for special educators, as well as working in more restrictive settings, will be presented.
Credits: 2 hours
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SED 608G - Advanced Teaching Experiences with At-Risk Students
Advanced field experiences taken concurrently with SED 608G.
Prerequisites: Admission to the MAE Program and a minimum grade of “C” (or concurrent enrollment) in each of the following classes: ED 389, ED 393, ED 593, SED 530, SED 581, SED 535, and CMDS 460.
Credits: 0 hours
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SED 608G - Management of Instruction: Elementary
Students learn to plan and implement effective strategies for meeting instructional needs, promoting academic achievement, supporting social development, and managing classroom behaviors of elementary and middle school level students with disabilities. A field experience is required through concurrent enrollment in SED 608G Advanced Teaching Experiences with At-Risk Students.
Prerequisites: Admission to the MAE program and a minimum grade of “C” (or concurrent enrollment) in each of the following classes: ED 389, ED 393, ED 593, SED 530, SED 581, SED 535, and CMDS 460.
Credits: 3 hours
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SED 608G - Management of Instruction: Secondary
Students learn to plan and implement effective strategies for meeting instructional needs, promoting academic achievement, supporting social development, and managing classroom behaviors of middle school and secondary level students with disabilities. A field experience is required through concurrent enrollment in SED 608G Advanced Teaching Experiences with At-Risk students.
Prerequisites: Admission to the MAE program and a minimum grade of “C” (or concurrent enrollment) in each of the following classes: ED 389, ED 393, ED 593, SED 530, SED 581, SED 535, and CMDS 460.
Credits: 3 hours
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SED 631G - Assessment Methods in Special Education
Assessment strategies necessary to select, plan and implement appropriate academic and behavioral goals and objectives for students will be acquired. Emphasis will be placed on selecting and developing materials for individualizing programming to meet students’ academic and social-emotional needs.
Prerequisite: admission to MAE program.
Credits: 3 hours
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SED 632G - Instructional Strategies
Teaching strategies and materials necessary to assist students to make satisfactory progress will be acquired. Students will develop programs utilizing research-based methods, techniques, and materials derived from both formal and informal diagnostic assessments.
Prerequisite: admission to MAE program.
Credits: 3 hours
When Offered: (fall only)
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SED 636G - Transition Programming for Individuals with Disabilities
Examines current practices of presenting career education and vocational training to students with disabilities. Implications of inclusion and the least restrictive environment mandate will be emphasized.
Prerequisite: admission to MAE program.
Credits: 2 hours
When Offered: (summer only)
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SED 688G - Independent Studies in Special Education
A course that provides opportunity for students to obtain assistance and guidance in the investigation of special problems in special education and related areas. Since each independent study is unique, the objectives are different for each study.
Prerequisite: permission of the faculty and Department Chair of Education.
Credits: 1-3 hours
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SED 691G - Applied Educational Psychology for Special Education
Examines learning, attitudes, motivation, and human relations as they apply to teaching. Integrates theory learned in psychology, special education and specific teacher preparation courses with practical situations encountered in the internship classrooms.
Prerequisite: admission to MAE program and concurrent enrollment in SED 693G Internship in Special Education.
Credits: 3 hours
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SED 693G - Internship in Special Education
A semester internship under the guidance of mentor teachers, administrators and University representatives. Seminars conducted by University personnel assist interns in assessing their experiences, in improving their performance and in completing their research.
Prerequisites: Admission to MAE program, ED 601G, SED 602G, SED 608G, SED 631G, SED 632G, SED 636G, SED 697G, ED 621G, and ED 622G.
Credits: 8 hours
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SOAN 130 - Proseminar for Anthropology, Geography and Sociology
This class is designed to provide new students in the department with an introduction to the expectations of our academic disciplines, and an opportunity to learn how to be successful in the Sociology/Anthropology major and/or any of the minors. Basic study and research skills will be emphasized, along with information on developing a plan of study in both curricular and co-curricular areas. Sessions will be led by departmental faculty along with staff and administrators from various University departments. Active participation in the proseminar class will provide students with a foundation for academic achievement at both undergraduate and graduate levels.
Credits: 1 hour
When Offered: (spring only)
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SOAN 190 - Sociological Inquiry
An introduction to the study of institutions, organizations, groups and individuals in society and the interactions and connections among them. Students will learn to use a “sociological imagination” to better understand their own life experiences and the experiences of others in their own social and historical settings. Students will also gain a broad knowledge of the major investigative methods and theories of sociology.
Credits: 3 hours
NOTE: This course fulfills the Social Scientific Mode of Inquiry and Intercultural Interconnecting Perspective of the Liberal Studies Program.
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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SOAN 191 - Anthropological Inquiry
Anthropology is a comparative science that examines all societies, ancient and modern, simple and complex. Anthropological Inquiry introduces students to anthropology’s four main subdisciplines (sociocultural, archaeological, biological, and linguistic anthropology) as well as a fifth, more recent addition, applied anthropology. It presents anthropology as a social science mode of inquiry, introducing anthropology’s major investigative methods and approaches, important anthropological concepts and principles, and anthropology’s ongoing self-critique and professional development. With its ethnographic breadth and concern with cultural processes over time and within and between human societies, this course also teaches cross-cultural and intercultural perspectives that go beyond simple observation of cultural difference to more complex understandings of cultural diversity and interaction among the world’s peoples.
Credits: 3 hours
NOTE: This course fulfills the Social Scientific Mode of Inquiry and Intercultural Interconnecting Perspective of the Liberal Studies Program.
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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SOAN 215 - Social Problems
Overviews of “social problems,” with special attention to how theoretical orientation affects their definition, analysis, and perceived prospects for amelioration.
Credits: 3 hours
When Offered: (fall only)
NOTE: This course fulfills the Social Scientific Mode of Inquiry and Intercultural Interconnecting Perspective of the Liberal Studies Program.
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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SOAN 220 - World Prehistory
The subject matter of World Prehistory is the archaeological record produced by behaviorally modern humans (Homo sapiens) over the last ~40,000 years and their hominin ancestors in the previous 4-6 million years. This course is a survey of what we think we know about the large scale pattern of biological evolution of our capacity for complex social and cultural behaviors among our hominin ancestors and subsequent patterns of sociocultural change among humans.
Credits: 3 hours
When Offered: (fall only)
NOTE: This course fulfills the Social Scientific Mode of Inquiry and Intercultural Interconnecting Perspective of the Liberal Studies Program.
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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SOAN 232 - Anthropology of Gender
This course explores the universal anthropological patterns of a sexual division of labor and variability in gender roles from several different angles. What types of activities are generally performed by men/by women - and why? How might this general pattern have evolved? What cannot be generalized? Which aspects of either the division of labor or gender roles are culturally variable? How might we explain this pattern? The course will focus on learning to identify arguments in the primary anthropological literature, to develop analytical strategies for studying division of labor and gender roles, and will question the utility of distinguishing anthropology of gender as a special field of study.
Credits: 3 hours
When Offered: (fall only)
NOTE: Honors Scholar Course.
NOTE: This course fulfills the Social Scientific Mode of Inquiry and Intercultural Interconnecting Perspective of the Liberal Studies Program.
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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SOAN 253 - Comparative Cultures
A descriptive and comparative perspective on a substantial number of diverse cultures and societies at a level embracing environmental, techno-economic, cultural-historical, and other social factors.
Prerequisite: None.
Credits: 3 hours
When Offered: (spring only)
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
Note: This course fulfills the Social Scientific Mode of Inquiry and Inter-connecting perspective of the Liberal Studies Program.
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SOAN 260 - Social Institutions
This course focuses on the study of social institutions including marriage and family, religion, the economy, the polity, education, and healthcare. Other institutions such as science and the media will also be studied. The understanding of these institutions will be founded on three sociological perspectives including positivist sociology, critical sociology, and interpretive sociology. As a 200-level class in the sociology track of the major, it is also designed to build skills for analyzing arguments and working with data.
Credits: 3 hours
When Offered: (spring only)
NOTE: This course fulfills the Social Scientific Mode of Inquiry and the Intercultural Interconnecting Perspective of the Liberal Studies Program.
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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SOAN 265 - Structured Inequalities
This course will explore the dimensions and dynamics of structured inequalities over time and across societies, with a particular emphasis on the growing gap between rich and poor in the US and worldwide. Some questions to be considered: Is inequality necessary or beneficial? What constitutes a social class, and how do classes form? How are structures of inequality shaped by race, ethnicity, and gender? What role do key social institutions, including the family, the labor market, the media, and the school system play in generating and maintaining inequality and lack of mobility? How can we address the challenges of poverty and unequal access to jobs, education, housing, and political and personal power? As a 200-level class in the sociology track of the major, it is also designed to build skills for analyzing arguments and working with data.
Credits: 3 hours
When Offered: (spring only)
NOTE: This course fulfills the Social Scientific Mode of Inquiry and the Intercultural Interconnecting Perspective of the Liberal Studies Program.
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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SOAN 267 - Social Psychology
This course covers major theoretical approaches in social psychology, methodological and ethical issues, and social psychological research in areas such as social perception, socialization, attitudes and behaviors, group dynamics, identity formation, social conflict and aggression, gender stereotyping, and prejudice. An overarching goal of this course is to consider the relevance of social psychological analyses to everyday life.
Credits: 3 hours
When Offered: (fall only)
NOTE: This course fulfills the Social Scientific Mode of Inquiry and Intercultural Interconnecting Perspective of the Liberal Studies Program.
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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SOAN 340 - Ethnography of Native Americans
This course will introduce students to ethnographic writings on Native American tribal groups. We will identify various analytical frames of reference for such writing, paying particular attention to socio-historical context. We will also explore possible connections between environmental factors and cultural behaviors and customs for the groups studied. Each student will have the opportunity to do additional research on one tribal group or current issue of their choice.
Credits: 3 hours
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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SOAN 360 - Sociological Theory
This course encourages students to sharpen their skills at asking questions and proposing explanations of social issues through a study of how their predecessors in sociology critically examined society. By reading and analyzing the work of classical and more contemporary theorists, we can learn about what it means to study the social world through theoretical questions. And by observing how contemporary theorists have improved on the ideas and explanations of the classical theorists and applied them to contemporary problems, we can equip ourselves to modify and apply existing theoretical ideas to answer questions and effect positive change in our social world. As a required course for students on the sociology track through the major and a recommended course for sociology minors, it builds on factual knowledge and skills developed in 200-level survey courses and is linked to the Research Design course.
Prerequisites: At least two 200-level SOAN courses.
Credits: 3 hours
When Offered: (spring only)
NOTE: Honors Scholar Course.
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
NOTE: This is a writing-enhanced course.
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SOAN 361 - Anthropological Theory
Anthropological Theory focuses on the key concepts in anthropological thinking, including evolution, culture, structure, function, and relativism. Students will increase their awareness of the history of ideas in the field of anthropology, connections between anthropology and other fields which study humans, and relate their own interests and ideas to the larger context of this academic field of study while building critical thinking skills related to evaluating arguments and developing their implications. The link between theory and research design is emphasized. Sociology/Anthropology majors should plan to take this course after completing at least two 200-level survey courses in the major and in the same semester as Research Design. Anthropology minors are strongly encouraged to take this course.
Prerequisites: At least two 200-level SOAN courses.
Credits: 3 hours
When Offered: (spring only)
NOTE: Honors Scholar Course.
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
NOTE: This is a writing-enhanced course.
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SOAN 380 - Research Design
Research Design focuses on the logic, key elements and modes of observation in social research while building both the knowledge and critical thinking skills related to evaluating published research reports, constructing instruments to measure social phenomena, and writing a research proposal. The link between theory and research design is emphasized. Sociology/Anthropology majors should plan to take this course after completing at least two 200-level survey courses, in the same semester as either Anthropological Theory or Sociological Theory, and one semester before taking Data Analysis and Reporting. Other majors should contact the professor to determine whether they have appropriate preparation to succeed in the course.
Co-requisite: Either SOAN 360 or SOAN 361.
Credits: 3 hours
When Offered: (spring only)
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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SOAN 381 - Data Analysis and Reporting in Sociology/Anthropology
This course is the third course in the integrated method and theory sequence at the core of the Sociology/Anthropology major. Students learn analytical techniques to complete the research projects they proposed at the end of Research Design and report the results of their research in writing and oral presentation. Analytical techniques explored range from descriptive univariate statistics and correlations to multivariate regression and data reduction strategies. Sections of research reports are turned in throughout the semester and revised into the final research report.
Prerequisite: SOAN 380 with grade of “C” or higher.
Credits: 3 hours
When Offered: (fall only)
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
NOTE: This is a writing-enhanced course.
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SOAN 450 - Topics in Sociology
Sections of this course cover a variety of selected topics in Sociology representing the particular interests of faculty and students in the program. Topics courses are designed to build upon the knowledge and skills gained throughout the major. May be repeated for credit.
Prerequisite: SOAN 360.
Credits: 3 hours
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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SOAN 451 - Topics in Anthropology
Sections of this course cover a variety of selected topics in Anthropology representing the particular interests of faculty and students in the program. Topics courses are designed to build upon the knowledge and skills gained throughout the major. May be repeated for credit.
Prerequisite: SOAN 361.
Credits: 3 hours
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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SOAN 452 - Integrated Topics in Society and Environment
Sections of this course cover a variety of selected topics in Anthropology, Geography and Sociology representing the particular interests of faculty and students in the program. Topics courses are designed to build upon the knowledge and skills gained throughout the Sociology/Anthropology major. May be repeated for credit.
Prerequisite: SOAN 360 or SOAN 361.
Credits: 3 hours
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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SOAN 471 - Internship: Sociology or Anthropology
On-the-job specialized training in fields generally accepted as needing sociology or anthropology field experience to complement the student’s academic training. Course is graded pass/fail. A special application procedure is required and must be completed the semester prior to starting the internship.
Co-requisite: SOAN 472.
Credits: 3-12 hours
NOTE:
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SOAN 472 - Internship Evaluation and Analysis
Research, evaluation, and analysis of internship experiences. Prearrange one semester before enrollment.
Co-requisite: SOAN 471.
Credits: 1-3 hours
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SOAN 488 - Readings in Sociology and Anthropology
Readings in sociology and anthropology and/or the opportunity to carry out under the direction of the instructor a sociological or anthropological research project in an area of the student’s interest or need.
Prerequisite: permission of instructor.
Credits: 1-3 hours
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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SOAN 490 - Senior Seminar in Anthropology and Sociology I
This 1 credit hour course is the first in a two course capstone sequence for Sociology/Anthropology majors. It is designed to encourage reflection on personal/academic progress and life goals and to guide graduating seniors through the choice of careers and/or graduate programs. Students will meet weekly to prepare materials to use in applying to professional jobs or graduate school. We will work closely with the Career Center throughout the semester. Students will organize a portfolio including a statement of purpose, resume or CV, and materials showcasing their progress and accomplishments in the major. Discussions this semester should help students select the work they will polish for a wider audience in the second capstone course.
Prerequisites: Senior status, SOAN major.
Credits: 1 hour
When Offered: (fall only)
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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SOAN 491 - Senior Seminar in Anthropology and Sociology II
This 1 credit hour course is the second in a two course capstone sequence for Sociology/Anthropology majors. It provides an opportunity to polish the results of an upper level in or out of class experience for a wider audience. Students will meet weekly to select the work they will polish for a wider audience, identify the audience and the form of the polished work, and provide peer-review for project development and revision. Students will make a public presentation of their work sometime during the semester.
Prerequisites: Senior status, SOAN major.
Credits: 1 hour
When Offered: (spring only)
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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SOAN 554 - Independent Studies: Sociology/Anthropology
An opportunity for students to organize and conduct research projects of their own choice with the help of faculty supervision.
Prerequisite: permission of instructor.
Credits: 1-3 hours
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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SOAN 554G - Independent Studies: Sociology/Anthropology
An opportunity for students to organize and conduct research projects of their own choice with the help of faculty supervision.
Prerequisite: permission of instructor.
Credits: 1-3 hours
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SPAN 101 - Elementary Spanish I
Basic grammar structures, together with vocabulary, idioms and accurate pronunciation, are presented and practiced in communicative contexts that mirror Hispanic culture. Emphasis is placed on the development of the four skills (speaking, listening, reading and writing) and on expanding cultural awareness. Three classroom hours per week plus one peer learning session and one laboratory hour per week are required.
Credits: 3 hours
NOTE: Successful completion of this and SPAN 102 fulfill the Foreign Language Interconnecting Perspective of the Liberal Studies Program.
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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SPAN 102 - Elementary Spanish II
The basic elements of the Spanish language are examined further and practiced, as in Elementary Spanish I. The skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing are further developed. Three classroom hours per week plus one peer learning session and one laboratory hour per week are required.
Prerequisite: SPAN 101 or equivalent as determined by placement test.
Credits: 3 hours
NOTE: Successful completion of this course fulfills the Foreign Language Interconnecting Perspective of the Liberal Studies Program.
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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SPAN 105 - Intensive Elementary Spanish
Equivalent of SPAN 101-102 in one semester. Accelerated pace. Six classroom hours per week plus two peer learning sessions and two laboratory hours per week are required.
Credits: 6 hours
When Offered: (irregularly)
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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SPAN 201 - Intermediate Spanish I
Continued development of basic grammatical concepts with emphasis on aural-oral communication skills and on the development of reading and writing skills. Three classroom hours per week plus one peer learning session and one laboratory hour per week are required.
Prerequisite: SPAN 102 or equivalent, as determined by placement exam.
Credits: 3 hours
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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SPAN 202 - Intermediate Spanish II
Further development of reading, writing, and conversational skills through engagement with a variety of cultural/literary readings. Grammatical concepts presented in previous coursework will be reviewed. Three classroom hours plus one peer learning session and one laboratory hour per week are required.
Prerequisite: SPAN 201 or equivalent, as determined by placement exam.
Credits: 3 hours
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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SPAN 205 - Intensive Intermediate Spanish
Equivalent of SPAN 201 and 202 in one semester. Accelerated pace. Recommended for students with three or more years of secondary-school Spanish. Six classroom hours per week plus two peer learning sessions and two laboratory hours per week are required.
Prerequisite: SPAN 102 or equivalent, as determined by placement exam.
Credits: 6 hours
When Offered: (irregularly)
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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SPAN 330 - Spanish Grammar and Composition
This course will help the student to reinforce and expand upon knowledge of verb conjugations, vocabulary, idiomatic expressions and syntax. It will develop strategies for various modes of writing through the composition/revision process.
Prerequisite: SPAN 202 with a grade of “C” or higher, or equivalent as determined by placement exam.
Credits: 3 hours
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
NOTE: Some sections of this course are writing-enhanced.
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SPAN 340 - Spanish Conversation
Development of advanced proficiency and communication. The use of language will be facilitated by practice activities embedded in cultural and situational contexts. Emphasis on the acquisition of vocabulary and idiomatic expressions.
Prerequisite: SPAN 330 with a grade of “C” or higher. Native speakers may take this course only with approval of the Department Chair.
Credits: 3 hours
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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SPAN 353 - Introduction to Hispanic Literature
A comprehensive introduction to literary criticism and overview of significant figures in both Spain and Latin America. Students will read representative works from the various genres of Hispanic literature for class discussion in Spanish and will use literary analysis skills through the writing/revision process.
Prerequisite: SPAN 340 with a grade of “C” or higher.
Credits: 3 hours
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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SPAN 362 - Civilization of Spain
A study of the geography, history and culture of Spain from the peninsula’s earliest inhabitants to the present.
Prerequisite: SPAN 353 with a grade of “C” or higher.
Credits: 3 hours
When Offered: (spring)
NOTE: Honors Scholar Course.
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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SPAN 363 - Latin American Civilization
A study of selected cultural, historical, sociological, and political aspects of Latin America from the pre-conquest era to the present.
Prerequisite: SPAN 353 with a grade of “C” or higher.
Credits: 3 hours
When Offered: (fall only)
NOTE: Honors Scholar Course.
NOTE: This course fulfills the Intercultural Interconnecting Perspective of the Liberal Studies Program.
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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SPAN 364 - Spanish Phonetics and Phonology
An intensive study of Spanish articulatory phonetics and phonological theory, phonetic transcription, stress and intonation. Designed to enhance both knowledge and usage of the sound system.
Prerequisite: SPAN 340 with a grade of “C” or higher. Recommended: LING 238.
Credits: 3 hours
When Offered: (spring only)
NOTE: Honors Scholar Course.
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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SPAN 366 - Spanish for Business
Oral and written communication using vocabulary, cultural concepts, and information appropriate to business situations.
Prerequisite: SPAN 340 with a grade of “C” or higher. Spanish minors wishing to take this course must enroll in the Spanish Minor for the Professions (SPPF).
Credits: 3 hours
When Offered: (spring only)
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SPAN 367 - Spanish for the Medical Professions
Development of oral and written communication skills for future health care professionals with emphasis on vocabulary acquisition, interviewing skills, and the fostering of cultural understanding and cross-cultural sensitivity. Recommended for any students interested in health professions.
Prerequisite: SPAN 340 with a grade of “C” or higher. Spanish minors wishing to take this course must enroll in the Spanish Minor for the Professions (SPPF).
Credits: 3 hours
When Offered: (spring only)
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SPAN 380 - Spanish Applied Linguistics
This course examines both theoretical and practical issues in Spanish Applied Linguistics. Students will study Spanish grammar in depth with a linguistic emphasis. This study will focus on language-specific challenges for English speakers learning/studying Spanish. Students will emerge with a strong understanding of past and current Applied Linguistics research in Spanish.
Prerequisite: SPAN 364 with a grade of “C” or higher.
Credits: 3 hours
When Offered: (fall, alternate years)
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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SPAN 398 - Spanish Practicum for the Professions
The application of specialized skills in a clinical or professional setting that fosters continued oral language development and cultural awareness. Research Project and Portfolio required. May be repeated for up to six hours of credit.
Prerequisites: SPAN 366 or SPAN 367 with grade of “B” or higher; junior or senior status; and permission of Department Chair.
Credits: 1-6 hours
NOTE: This course fulfills the Intercultural Interconnecting Perspective of the Liberal Studies Program.
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SPAN 450 - Advanced Spanish Grammar and Composition
An intensive study of Spanish grammar. Designed to increase significantly student knowledge of nuances of vocabulary, word formation, idiomatic expressions in context, and many areas of Spanish syntax through analysis, translation, and composition.
Prerequisites for the Spanish Minor for the Professions: SPAN 340 with a grade of “C” or higher and enrollment in SPPF. Prerequisite for the Spanish minor and Spanish major: SPAN 353 with a grade of “C” or higher.
Credits: 3 hours
When Offered: (fall only)
NOTE: Honors Scholar Course.
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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SPAN 455 - Introduction to Translation
An introduction to the basic concepts and skills required in the translation from English to Spanish and vice-versa. The course examines the principal aspects of contrastive grammar and stylistics used in translation while providing practical opportunities to apply the material.
Prerequisite: SPAN 450 with a grade of “C” or higher.
Recommended: One 400-level Spanish Literature course.
Credits: 3 hours
When Offered: (spring, odd years)
NOTE: Honors Scholar Course.
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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SPAN 456 - History of the Spanish Language
Study of the development and evolution of Castilian from its origins in Vulgar Latin to the period of colonial expansion. Includes both internal history (historical phonology, morphology, syntax) and external history of the language (sociolinguistic theory, dialectology, etc.).
Prerequisite: SPAN 364 with a grade of “C” or higher; SPAN 450 recommended.
Credits: 3 hours
When Offered: (fall, odd years)
NOTE: Honors Scholar Course.
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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SPAN 460 - Survey of Spanish Peninsular Literature
A study of selected works, authors, and literary currents of Spanish peninsular literature, from its origin to the contemporary period.
Prerequisite: SPAN 353 with a grade of “C” or higher.
Credits: 3 hours
When Offered: (fall only)
NOTE: Honors Scholar Course.
NOTE: This course fulfills the Aesthetic: Literature Mode of Inquiry of the Liberal Studies Program.
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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SPAN 461 - Survey of Spanish American Literature
An overview of selected works, authors, and literary movements of Spanish American literature, from the colonial period to present. Connection to the works will be made from the political, social, economic, and art history of the continent.
Prerequisite: SPAN 353 with a grade of “C” or higher.
Credits: 3 hours
When Offered: (spring only)
NOTE: Honors Scholar Course.
NOTE: This course fulfills the Aesthetic: Literature Mode of Inquiry of the Liberal Studies Program.
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
NOTE: This is a writing-enhanced course.
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SPAN 462 - Topics in Literature
A study of significant authors, works, periods, movements, or genres in Peninsular or Latin American Literature. Topic varies by instructor.
Prerequisite: SPAN 460 or 461 with a grade of “C” or higher.
Credits: 3 hours
When Offered: (spring, even years)
NOTE: Honors Scholar Course.
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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SPAN 463 - Topics in Culture
A study of Hispanic traditions, ideas, and art corresponding to a particular geographical, chronological or thematic area. Topic varies by instructor.
Prerequisite: SPAN 362 or SPAN 363 with a grade of “C” or higher.
Credits: 3 hours
When Offered: (fall, even years)
NOTE: Honors Scholar Course.
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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SPAN 470 - Independent Studies of Spanish
An opportunity for the student to earn credit through reading material not covered in previous courses. May be taken for a total of 6 hours credit.
Prerequisite: permission of instructor.
Credits: 1-6 hours
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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SPAN 471 - Masterpieces of Spanish America
A study of selected masterpieces of Spanish American Literature, read in the original and in their entirety.
Prerequisite: SPAN 461 with a grade of “C” or higher.
Credits: 3 hours
When Offered: (fall only)
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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SPAN 472 - Masterpieces of Spain
A study of selected masterpieces of Spanish Peninsular Literature read in the original and in their entirety.
Prerequisite: SPAN 460 with a grade of “C” or higher.
Credits: 3 hours
When Offered: (spring only)
NOTE: This course counts toward the 63-hour Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
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SPAN 473 - Spanish Capstone Experience
A culminating experience in which the student will demonstrate skills and knowledge garnered from his/her experience within the Spanish program. The Spanish major will research, write, and revise an extensive research paper under the supervision of a Spanish faculty member. The capstone topic selected will directly relate to the language, literature, culture, history, and/or civilization of the Spanish-speaking peoples of the world. The student will present the results of his/her research in a public forum at the end of the semester. To be taken in the senior year, preferably the final semester.
Credits: 1 hour
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SPAN 501G - Topics in Hispanic Literature
An in-depth study of a significant author, work, period, movement, or genre in Peninsular or Latin American Literature. Topics vary with instructor. May be repeated for credit on different topics.
Prerequisite: BA in Spanish or BA in Romance Language. Romance Language BA’s must complete SPAN 460 and SPAN 461 prior to enrolling in this course.
Credits: 3 hours
When Offered: (summer only)
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SPAN 502G - Topics in Hispanic Culture
A broad analysis of various aspects of Hispanic culture, as evidenced in literature, history, art, music, etc. Topic will vary with instructor. May be repeated for credit on different topics.
Prerequisite: BA in Spanish or BA in Romance Language. Romance Language BA’s must complete SPAN 362 or SPAN 363 and SPAN 463 prior to enrolling in this course.
Credits: 3 hours
When Offered: (summer only)
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SPAN 560G - Advanced Spanish Grammar and Syntax
Study of advanced grammatical and syntactical structures in Spanish.
Prerequisite: BA in Spanish or BA in Romance Language. Romance Language BA’s must complete SPAN 450 prior to enrolling in this course.
Credits: 3 hours
When Offered: (summer only)
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