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| ART 2204 |
American Indian Art & Music
The meaning and development of American Indian art forms. Expressions in symbolic form of Indian philosophy and religion are presented. The course involves a study of the traditional and contemporary forms of American Indian music, including local and alternative music. |
| CTA 2240 |
Intercultural Communication
Employs lectures, documentaries, assigned read¬ings, role-playing and research to understand the cultural forces that determine communication behaviors. The course prepares the student to enter another specific culture and communicate more effectively. |
ENG 1130
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Intro to Women's Literature
Surveys of prose and poetry in the English language by women of the 1300s to the present. Readings include three novels and several plays. Women's issues are discussed as they arise in the literature. |
HIS 2201
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American Indian History I
Political, economic, social and cultural development of the American Indian from pre-contact through conquest. |
| HIS 2216 |
Shaping of Modern China
An introduction to modern Chinese history, from the foundation of the Qing dynasty in 1644 to the present day. The course begins with an exploration of the Confucian worldview and the imperial tradition, before turning to major 19th-century developments: the Opium Wars and impact of imperialism, the Taiping Rebellion, Qing efforts at reform, and the Boxer Rebellion. The second half of the course is devoted to 20th century China: Nationalist China, establishment of the People's Republic of China, the Cultural Revolution, and China since Mao. |
| HSC 3101 |
Health for All: A Global Perspective
Health is a human concept, profoundly affected by cultural, economic, social, political, scientific, environmental, behavioral and technological factors. Global health involves personal and population health issues, community problems and con¬cerns that transcend national boundaries, and that may best be addressed by cooperative actions. Issues of social justice and peace as they relate to health are explored within a 'Health For All' framework. This course will focus on global health as a human right, multilevel factors affecting health, and the role of individuals, governments and organizations in improving global health. The emphasis of the course is to discover and appreciate all aspects of health. |
| INS 2201 |
American Indian History I
Political, economic, social and cultural development of the American Indian from pre-contact through conquest. |
| INS 2204 |
American Indian Art and Music
Meaning and development of American Indian art forms. Expressions in symbolic form of Indian phi¬losophy and religion are presented. A study of the traditional and contemporary forms of American Indian music including local and alternative music is included. |
| INS 4415 |
American Indian Families
Traditional and contemporary concepts of American Indian families. The social and political changes that have impacted on Indian families will be identified and the degree of impact will be assessed. |
| INS 4420 |
Human Behavior and the American Indian Community
Understanding of human behavior, cultural issues and their implication for human service interac¬tion with American Indian communities. A systems approach will be utilized to address the issues of individual, family, community and societal behavior. |
| LIS 3202 |
Hispanic Culture through Film
An exploration of film as cultural expression and as a medium through which the viewer may explore cross-cultural issues. |
| LIS 3202 |
Native American Culture through Film
An exploration of film as cultural expression and as a medium through which the viewer may explore cross-cultural issues. |
| Internship |
Internship |
| POL 2280 |
Rethinking Religion and Culture after 9/11
Offers students the opportunity to engage in historical reflection on 9/11 in light of recent work in religious studies and political philosophy on the rise of global religious violence throughout the world today. Examines 9/11 and its aftermath in relation to contemporary debates on the American-led "war on terror," the socio-political origins of international terrorism, the politics of corporate-led globalization, and transnational peace movements in the wake of the war in Iraq. |
| SOC 2231 |
Cultural Anthropology
Comparative and contextual study of the diversity and similarity in human behaviors and sociocultu¬ral adaptations as these occur throughout the world. This course studies anthropological con¬cepts as tools of analysis in understanding culture, powerful "roles" of culture, cultural patterns and factors leading to culture change. |
| SOC 2265 |
Diversity/Marginality in U.S.
Comparative study of the cultural systems of American minority groups. Course examines significant social, familial, economic, institutional and cultural characteristics of American Indians, African-Americans, Mexican-Americans, Asian¬Americans and other non-Western immigrants, women and other groups occupying minority status. The student studies significant values, beliefs, traditions and practices of these groups and considers current viewpoints and issues related to these minority life styles. |
| SOC 2433 |
The Family and Society
Exploration of the meaning and variety of family life in the United States and other cultures. Classic and contemporary theories are combined with recent research findings to understand the changing definitions and contexts of family life. Emphasis is placed on the study of the family in a broader context, including the influence of neigh¬borhoods, schools and religion, socioeconomic inequalities, gender roles, domestic abuse, divorce, and a life span approach to family life. |
| WMS 1011 |
Intro to Women's Studies
Provides students with a theoretical foundation for the issues explored in other Women's Studies courses. Topics include the effect of gender dynamics upon: self-identity, relationships, family, work and institutions. Students will further develop their reading, writing, thinking, speaking and listening skills as they study women's issues from a global perspective within the context of race, class, ethnicity and sexual preference. |
| ASL 1101 |
American Sign Language I
Introduces basic signing skills of comprehension and communication. Emphasizes active use in communicative context as well as cultural analysis. |
| ASL 1102 |
American Sign Language II
Introduces basic signing skills of comprehension and communication. Emphasizes active use in communicative context as well as cultural analysis. |
| FRN 1101 |
Conversational French I
First semester sequence of French language study, focusing on the basic structures necessary for asking and answering simple but meaningful questions concerning directions, family life and school. Prerequisite: Placement test or permission of instructor. |
| FRN 1102 |
Conversational French II
First semester sequence of French language study, focusing on the basic structures necessary for ask¬ing and answering simple but meaningful questions concerning directions, family life and school. Prerequisite: Placement test or permission of instructor. |
| GMN 1101 |
Beginning German I
Introduces basic oral, listening comprehension, reading and writing skills. Emphasizes active use in communicative contexts based on daily life as well as cultural analysis. Prerequisite: Placement test or permission of instructor. |
| GMN 1102 |
Beginning German II
Introduces basic oral, listening comprehension, reading and writing skills. Emphasizes active use in communicative contexts based on daily life as well as cultural analysis. Prerequisite: Placement test or permission of instructor. |
| LIS 4555 |
Internship
Done in an international setting appropriate to the student's field of interest. Student is supervised by a site supervisor. Evaluation of performance will be completed by the site supervisor, internship advisor and student. Students may obtain additional information about internships from appro¬priate language faculty. Prerequisite: approval of instructor. |
| LTN 1101 |
Latin I
Introduces grammar, syntax and basic vocabulary with an aim toward reading fluency and some degree of oral expression; begins to examine the culture and society in which this language flourished. Prerequisite: Placement exam or consent of instructor. |
| LTN 1102 |
Latin II
Introduces grammar, syntax and basic vocabulary with an aim toward reading fluency and some degree of oral expression; begins to examine the culture and society in which this language flourished. Prerequisite: Placement exam or consent of instructor. |
| OJB 1101 |
Beg. Ojibwe Language/Culture I
The first in a four-part sequence in Beginning Ojibwemowin, implementing the double-vowel system. These courses introduce students to seasonal cultural practices as well as pronunciation, spelling and the usage of basic verbs and nouns (animate and inanimate) in simple sentences. |
| OJB 1102 |
Beg. Ojibwe Language/Culture II
The second in a four-part sequence in Beginning Ojibwemowin, implementing the double-vowel system. These courses introduce students to seasonal cultural practices as well as pronunciation, spelling and the usage of basic verbs and nouns (animate and inanimate) in simple sentences. |
| RUS 1101 |
Beginning Russian I
Introduction to basic grammar of Russian. Practice using all four language skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing. |
| RUS 1102 |
Beginning Russian II
Introduction to basic grammar of Russian. Practice using all four language skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing. |
| SPN 1101 |
Beginning Spanish I
The first-semester sequence of beginning Spanish language study. Students learn basic sentence structures and patterns and develop basic oral communication skills. Focus is on listening and speaking skills. Prerequisite: Placement exam or consent of instructor. |
| SPN 1102 |
Beginning Spanish II
The first-semester sequence of beginning Spanish language study. Students learn basic sentence structures and patterns and develop basic oral communication skills. Focus is on listening and speaking skills. Prerequisite: Placement exam or consent of instructor. |
| SPN 1103 |
Beginning Spanish III
The second-semester sequence of beginning Spanish language study. Students learn more com¬plex structures and continue developing oral com¬municative abilities with increased emphasis on reading and writing skills. Prerequisite: Placement exam or consent of instructor. |
| SPN 1104 |
Beginning Spanish IV
The second-semester sequence of beginning Spanish language study. Students learn more com¬plex structures and continue developing oral com¬municative abilities with increased emphasis on reading and writing skills. Prerequisite: Placement exam or consent of instructor. |
| HIS 1112 |
Religion in the United States
Offers students an introduction to the history of religion and culture in the United States from the pre-Colonial era to the present. Explores the varieties of religious life in the United States (e.g. Native American religions, Christianity, Judaism, Islam, Buddhism, and various "non-traditional" religions such as Mormonism, Spiritualism and Christian Science) from a combination of historical, literary and cultural perspectives. |
| HUM 1180 |
Benedictine Tradition
Designed to explore with students the essential elements of the Benedictine tradition, the course ponders questions such as: What, if anything, in The Rule of Benedict can help us live spiritually in our world today? What are the core values of the Benedictine tradition that has a 1,500-year history? How can The Rule of Benedict provide tools for developing answers to the fundamental questions of our lives? The Rule of Benedict encompasses a way of life that stresses "Doing the ordinary extraordinarily well." Students explore ways of developing a spirituality that focuses on discovering God in the ordinary experiences of life. |
| HUM 2290 |
Spirituality & Everyday Living
Focuses on Christian living with a holistic view of what it means to be fully human. Course seeks to foster spiritual growth by integrating the principles of the science of formative spirituality with the search for God in the ordinary happenings of daily life. |
| HUM 3340 |
Spiritual Living: 21st Century
The course examines spiritual living with a holistic view of what it means to be fully human. It seeks to foster spiritual growth by exploring universal themes of spiritual living as they relate to the search for God in the ordinary happenings of daily life. Christian spirituality and the spirituality of other faith traditions will be studied. |
| POL 2280 |
Religion/Culture post 9/11
Offers students the opportunity to engage in historical reflection on 9/11 in light of recent work in religious studies and political philosophy on the rise of global religious violence throughout the world today. Examines 9/11 and its aftermath in relation to contemporary debates on the American-led "war on terror," the socio-political origins of international terrorism, the politics of corporate-led globalization, and transnational peace movements in the wake of the war in Iraq. |
| TRS 1103 |
Introducation to the Bible
Introduction to both Hebrew Scriptures/Old Test¬ament and Christian Scriptures/New Testament. |
| TRS 1110 |
Introduction to Catholicism
Designed as an introductory course for anyone interested in the Catholic tradition. Course takes both an historical and contemporary approach to the complex and diverse story of Catholic spiritualities, practices and beliefs. Emphasis is on issues which touch people's ordinary lives. |
| TRS 1777 |
Intro to Christian Theology
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| TRS 2777 |
Common Good, Uncommon Question
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| TRS 3240 |
Sacraments and Liturgy
Explores Christian sacraments and worship. Deals with sacramentality and with each individual sacrament as it is understood and practiced. Emphasis is on Eucharist as central sacrament and on the role of sacraments as signs of God's pres¬ence in ordinary life. |
| TRS 3310 |
Rel Prspctv Living, Dying, Grvg
Consideration of questions related to suffering, dying, prolonging and manipulating life. Study examines topics related to the meaning and end of human life according to various religious viewpoints. Related topics include definition of quality and sacredness of life as daily lived. |
Graduate Education Courses
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| EDU 6130 |
Teaching to Diversity
Explores aspects of diversity in the classroom. Intelligence theory, cognitive style and learning style are addressed, as well as issues related to race/ethnicity, gender, and social class. Current supportive research and theories are applied to teachers' problems of practice in the classroom. |
| EDU 6215 |
Engaging Multicultural Learner
Identifies the research base and practical application of motivating students of various ethnic heritages in order to maximize learning while honoring individual heritage and identity. African-American, Native American, Mexican American and Hmong students and cultures are studied. |
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