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EDU 421 - Intercultural Communication and Multinational Teaming
A course that aids in the development of intercultural communication skills and attitudes for adaptation to the crosscultural context of the multinational school community. Multinational teaming and community building are a focus of the course. First semester. Offered alternate years.
Credits: 3
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EDU 422 - Growth and Development of Third Culture Kids in International Context
A course designed to prepare teachers, administrators, and dorm parents for working in multicultural schools in the international context. Topics covered include understanding third culture kids (TCKs), the school and community environment, and the educational and interpersonal skills necessary for effectiveness in an international setting. Second semester. Offered alternate years.
Credits: 3
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EDU 423 - Global Issues and Curriculum Design for Culturally Diverse Settings
A course that addresses multicultural and global issues and defines the key parameters for curriculum development in culturally diverse settings. The course describes and critiques contemporary educational thought related to multinational education and critiques various approaches, including the International Baccalaureate curriculum and other current attempts to meet multinational curricular requirements. Second semester.
Credits: 3
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EDU 445 - Technology Trends in the Twenty-first Century Classroom
A course designed to explore how educational technology promotes twenty-first century learning skills in children growing up in the digital world. Students look at how modern learners interact with the world and others using technology, and how technology can be used to deepen learning. Also, students study philosophical and ethical issues related to technology use in the classroom. Emphasis is placed on looking at the relative advantage of using specific technology tools in the classroom, as well as strategically planning effective technology integration. Summer session.
Prerequisites & Notes
Must be fully accepted into a certification program.
Credits: 3
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EDU 446 - Emerging Technologies in Education
A course designed to explore and analyze technological tools used in schools and their appropriateness for the twenty-first century classroom. Productivity, communication, classroom management, and audio-visual tools are explored, as well as emergent technologies outlined in the current Horizon report. Throughout this course, students receive the necessary coursework and training to take the Google Educator Certification Level 1 examination. First semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
Must be fully accepted into a certification program.
Credits: 3
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EDU 447 - Technology Integration Across the Curriculum
A course designed to equip educators in utilizing technology in order to plan, design, and model effective lessons across all curriculum and grade levels. Students research what effective technology integration looks like, and then learn how to apply various technological tools to their lessons and in their current methodology in order to enhance and transform student learning experiences. Learning outcomes are analyzed in light of current real-world trends and expectations of twenty-first century learners. Throughout this course, students receive the necessary coursework and training to take the Google Educator Certification Level 2 examination. Second semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
EDU 446 or evidence of Google Educator Cert Level 1. Must be fully accepted into a certification program.
Credits: 3
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EDU 451 - Teaching Bible in the Secondary School
An analysis of curriculum materials, lesson preparation, and methodologies unique to the Christian high school. Students examine and develop a biblical philosophy and model for Bible teaching. Practice in lesson and unit preparation is included. Second semester. Offered alternate years.
Prerequisites & Notes
EDU 111 or EDU 212
Credits: 3
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EDU 459 - Educational Assessment and Adaptations 7-12
A course designed to explore the philosophy, design, and use of a balanced assessment system to plan and facilitate instruction, determine student proficiency, and improve student learning at the secondary level. Candidates examine, interpret, and use traditional and alternative, formative and summative, formal and informal assessments to determine and report levels of performance and monitor student progress. Candidates demonstrate understanding of the IEP process and the legally acceptable assessment modifications and accommodations for students with disabilities. Both semesters.
Prerequisites & Notes
At least one pedagogy course. Must be fully accepted into a PA or ACSI certification program.
Credits: 3
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EDU 466 - Current Issues in Urban Teaching
A seminar designed to address current issues in urban education in order to inform the development of effective urban teachers and their roles and responsibilities to learners. Students gain an understanding of cultural, personal, and pedagogical issues related to teaching in an urban school. This course addresses the social and emotional needs of urban students, conflict resolution skills, best practice strategies used in urban settings, school-community learning experiences, and transitions to college and careers. Second semester. Offered alternate years.
Credits: 1
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EDU 481 - Teaching Secondary English I
The first course in a six-credit sequence designed to help prospective English teachers develop appropriate understandings and techniques for the instruction and evaluation of the three major language arts components in the secondary school: reading and literature, composition and grammar, and communication. Specific attention is given to the integration of technology in the secondary English classroom. First semester. Offered alternate years.
Prerequisites & Notes
EDU 212, SPE 211, & PSY 322 (PSY 322 may be taken concurrently). Must be fully accepted into a PA certification program.
Credits: 3
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EDU 482 - Teaching Secondary English II
The second course in a six-credit sequence designed to help prospective English teachers develop appropriate understandings and techniques for the instruction and evaluation of the three major language arts components in the secondary school: reading and literature, composition and grammar, and communication. Specific attention is given to classroom management procedures in the secondary English classroom. Second semester. Offered alternate years.
Prerequisites & Notes
EDU 481
Credits: 3
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EDU 483 - Teaching Secondary Mathematics I
The first course in a six-credit sequence designed to expose the prospective mathematics teacher to the curriculum principles and standards for mathematics as published by the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics and the Pennsylvania Academic Standards 7-12. The course includes a study of the structure of mathematics, the nature of learning mathematics, and instructional models and methodology used to teach mathematics at the secondary level. Specific attention is given to the integration of technology in the secondary mathematics classroom. Second semester. Offered alternate years.
Prerequisites & Notes
EDU 212, SPE 211, & PSY 322 (PSY 322 may be taken concurrently). Must be fully accepted into a PA certification program.
Credits: 3
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EDU 484 - Teaching Secondary Mathematics II
The second course in a six-credit sequence designed to expose the prospective mathematics teacher to the curriculum principles and standards for mathematics as published by the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics and the Pennsylvania Academic Standards 7-12. The course includes a study of the structure of mathematics, the nature of learning mathematics, and instructional models and methodology used to teach mathematics at the secondary level. Specific attention is given to classroom management procedures in the secondary mathematics classroom. First semester. Offered alternate years.
Prerequisites & Notes
EDU 483
Credits: 3
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EDU 485 - Teaching Secondary Social Studies I
The first course in a six-credit sequence designed to develop approaches and methodology for teaching social studies at the secondary level. Exploration of the different content areas related to the social studies is emphasized. Unit plans, methodology specific to the social studies and to the adolescent learner, and assessment strategies are examined and developed. Specific attention is given to the integration of technology in the secondary social studies classroom. First semester. Offered alternate years.
Prerequisites & Notes
EDU 212, SPE 211, & PSY 322 (PSY 322 may be taken concurrently). Must be fully accepted into a PA or ACSI certification program.
Credits: 3
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EDU 486 - Teaching Secondary Social Studies II
The second course in a six-credit sequence designed to develop approaches and methodology for teaching social studies at the secondary level. Exploration of the different content areas related to the social studies is emphasized. Unit plans, methodology specific to the social studies and to the adolescent learner, and assessment strategies are examined and developed. Specific attention is given to classroom management procedures in the secondary social studies classroom. Second semester. Offered alternate years.
Prerequisites & Notes
EDU 485
Credits: 3
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EDU 491 - Applied Learning Strategies I
A two-week field experience designed to provide insight into the nature of teaching through daily classroom lesson planning and teaching, classroom management, personal journaling, interaction with teachers, and seminar discussions. Summer session.
Prerequisites & Notes
Must be fully accepted into a PA or ACSI certification program. Current clearances required.
Credits: 1
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EDU 492 - Applied Learning Strategies II
A three-week field experience designed to provide insight into the nature of teaching through daily classroom lesson planning and teaching, classroom management, personal journaling, interaction with teachers, and seminar discussions. Summer session.
Prerequisites & Notes
Must be fully accepted into a PA or ACSI certification program. Current clearances required.
Credits: 1
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EDU 590 - Professional Seminar
A series of seminars on professional issues and topics selected by the faculty to help prepare students for entry into the teaching profession. Runs concurrently with student teaching each semester. Both semesters.
Prerequisites & Notes
Must be fully accepted into a PA or ACSI certification program.
Credits: 0
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EDU 593 - Student Teaching
A thirteen-week experience in practice teaching in a regular school classroom. Students teach under the supervision of highly qualified teachers and University faculty. Both semesters.
Prerequisites & Notes
See School of Education Handbook. Must be fully accepted into a PA or ACSI certification program. Current clearances required. Course fee required.
Credits: 9
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English |
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ENG 021 - Introduction to College Reading and Writing
A course that teaches the basics of reading and writing, including content, style, mechanics, and organization. Emphasizes learning to write correct and thoughtful sentences, paragraphs, and short essays. Note: The student must pass ENG 021 with a C to be able to take ENG 101. Credits do not count toward graduation. First semester.
Credits: 3
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ENG 101 - English Composition
A course that examines the principles and practices of clear, concise, and literate writing, focusing on the content, style, organization, and mechanics of academic writing. This course provides the skills necessary for critical thinking, research-based writing, and correct documentation. Both semesters.
Credits: 3
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ENG 321 - Advanced Composition
An advanced writing course that examines how academic writing integrates content, style, organization, and mechanics to produce clear, thoughtful, and engaging writing. This course emphasizes research-based writing and nonfiction prose of various lengths. First semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
Grade of C or above in ENG 101
Credits: 3
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ENG 322 - Creative Nonfiction
A writing workshop in which students employ techniques used by successful writers of creative nonfiction. This genre spans memoir, biography, personal narratives, and literary journalism. Second semester. Offered alternate years.
Prerequisites & Notes
ENG 101 and permission of instructor.
Credits: 3
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ENG 331 - Writing Poetry
A poetry workshop in which students create poetry, practicing techniques employed by a variety of recognized poets. Either semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
ENG 101
Credits: 3
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ENG 332 - Writing Short Stories
A short story workshop in which students create short stories, practicing techniques employed by a variety of recognized authors. Either semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
ENG 101
Credits: 3
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ENG 391 - English Internship
An 80-100 hour field experience over the course of 12-15 weeks designed to use the skills and abilities developed in the English program and apply them to a workplace related to the student’s particular interest. Repeatable for up to a total of 6 credits.
Prerequisites & Notes
Permission of department chair.
Credits: 3
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ENG 421 - Freelance Writing
A writing course that includes a study of various publishing options for freelance writers. Either semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
ENG 101
Credits: 3
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ENG 491 - Senior Seminar
A culminating course for English majors that leads to a general synthesis of and specific research and writing in the field of study. Graduating seniors only. Either semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
Limited to students in their final semester in the English (BA) program. Prerequisite: Grade of C or above in ENG 321
Credits: 3
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French |
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FRE 231 - Elementary French I
A study of foundational vocabulary, grammar, and syntax of French. Attention is given to the relationship between the French language and French-speaking cultures. First semester.
Credits: 3
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FRE 232 - Elementary French II
A continuing study of the vocabulary, grammar, and syntax of French. Attention is given to the relationship between the French language and French-speaking cultures. Second semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
FRE 231
Credits: 3
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FRE 331 - Intermediate French I
A course to build oral proficiency in French, expand knowledge of vocabulary and grammatical structures, and improve reading and writing skills. First semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
FRE 232
Credits: 3
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FRE 332 - Intermediate French II
A course to build oral proficiency in French, expand knowledge of vocabulary and grammatical structures, and improve reading and writing skills. Second semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
FRE 331
Credits: 3
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FRE 431 - French Literature and Culture
A study of the historical, geographical, artistic, psychological, and social aspects of contemporary French-speaking cultures. Special emphasis is given to the contribution of major French authors. Either semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
FRE 331
Credits: 3
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German |
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GER 231 - Elementary German I
A study of foundational vocabulary, grammar, and syntax of German. Attention is given to the relationship between the German language and German-speaking cultures. First semester.
Credits: 3
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GER 232 - Elementary German II
A continuing study of the vocabulary, grammar, and syntax of German. Attention is given to the relationship between the German language and German-speaking cultures. Second semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
GER 231
Credits: 3
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Greek |
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GRK 331 - Elementary New Testament Greek I
An introduction to nouns and verbs in Hellenistic Greek, with an emphasis on morphology and the vocabulary of the New Testament. This course gives students the building blocks for translating and interpreting the Greek New Testament. First semester.
Credits: 3
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GRK 332 - Elementary New Testament Greek II
An introduction to non-indicative verbs in Hellenistic Greek, with an emphasis on the translation of selected portions of the New Testament. This course gives students practice in beginning to translate the Greek New Testament for themselves. Second semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
GRK 331
Credits: 3
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GRK 431 - New Testament Greek Exegesis I
An introduction to the interpretation of the New Testament, with an emphasis on Paul’s letters. This course gives students a thorough grasp of Greek syntax, an introduction to textual criticism and discourse analysis, and step-by-step method for exegesis, which they will apply each week to assigned passages in Paul’s letters. First semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
GRK 332
Credits: 3
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GRK 432 - New Testament Greek Exegesis II
Further study of the interpretation of the New Testament with an emphasis on narrative literature. This course introduces students to narrative analysis, deepens their understanding of syntax and textual criticism, and reinforces their exegetical method through weekly translation assignments in the Gospels or Acts. Second semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
GRK 431
Credits: 3
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Health and Physical Education |
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HPE 121 - Issues and Trends in Health and Physical Education
A course designed to allow the student to examine the historical, philosophical, sociological, psychological, and developmental factors associated with issues and trends in health and physical education. First semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
Current clearances required.
Credits: 3
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HPE 224 - Athletic Training
A course designed to introduce the student to the prevention, recognition, treatment, and care of injuries that occur in athletic settings. Second semester. Offered alternate years.
Credits: 2
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HPE 225 - First Aid
A course designed to introduce the student to the basic skills associated with first aid, use of the Automated External Defibrillator, and administration of Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation. Certification is available upon successful completion of the course. Second semester. Offered alternate years.
Credits: 1
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HPE 232 - Team Sports
A course designed to help future teachers learn how to design effective team sport programs in school, recreation, and community teaching and coaching settings. The student develops teaching skills and knowledge for the team sports of basketball, volleyball, team handball, lacrosse, field hockey, flag football, soccer, softball, speedball, and track and field. First semester. Offered alternate years.
Credits: 3
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HPE 233 - Motor Learning
A course that identifies the processes associated with practice or experience leading to relatively permanent changes in the ability to respond in movement (motor) settings. First semester. Offered alternate years.
Credits: 3
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HPE 321 - Measurement and Evaluation in Health and Physical Education
A course designed to expose the student to techniques and processes involved with measuring and evaluating cognitive, physiological, and motor skill performance in health and physical education settings. First semester. Offered alternate years.
Prerequisites & Notes
Must be fully accepted into a PA certification program.
Credits: 3
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HPE 322 - The School Health Program
A course designed to help prospective teachers acquire teaching skills and content knowledge in health skills and contemporary health topics, including personal health, wellness, fitness, consumer and community health, family life education, nutrition, weight control and eating disorders, environmental health, first aid, safety, prevention and care of injuries, mental and emotional health, communicable and chronic disease, substance use and abuse, human sexuality, and violence. Second semester. Offered alternate years.
Credits: 3
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HPE 331 - Principles of Coaching
A study of approaches, techniques, and strategies of coaching. First semester. Offered alternate years.
Credits: 3
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HPE 332 - Physical Education Activities and Sports
A course designed to help future teachers learn how to design effective physical activity programs in school, recreation, or community teaching and coaching settings. The student develops teaching skills and knowledge in physical fitness, weight training, badminton, tennis, golf, dance and rhythmics, stunts and tumbling, bowling, racquetball, pickleball, cooperative and challenge activities, outdoor pursuits and adventure activities, recreational games, and aquatics. Second semester. Offered alternate years.
Credits: 3
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HPE 333 - Personal and Community Health
A course designed to examine the complex issues of personal and community health in regard to organizations; disease prevention and control; infants, children, adolescents, and adults; minorities; alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs; violence; the health care system; and environmental health and safety. Second semester. Offered alternate years.
Credits: 3
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HPE 341 - Teaching Health and Physical Education in the Elementary School
A course designed to help prospective teachers acquire the skills necessary to design and implement effective instructional programs in elementary school health and physical education. The student examines the areas of motor learning; motor development; teaching strategies; and curriculum design, assessment, and integration. First semester. Offered alternate years.
Prerequisites & Notes
Must be fully accepted into PA certification program.
Credits: 3
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HPE 342 - Teaching Health and Physical Education in the Secondary School
A course designed to help prospective teachers acquire the skills necessary to design and implement effective instructional programs in secondary school health and physical education. The student examines the educational and teaching environment; procedures for planning, implementing, and evaluating the instructional program; and curriculum design, assessment, and integration. Second semester. Offered alternate years.
Prerequisites & Notes
Must be fully accepted into PA certification program.
Credits: 3
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HPE 431 - Kinesiology/Biomechanics
A course designed to expose the student to the study of human movement as it is produced by specific body systems and influenced by mechanical principles. First semester. Offered alternate years.
Prerequisites & Notes
SCI 342.
Credits: 3
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HPE 432 - Physiology of Exercise
A course designed to expose the student to the function of human body systems in the production and support of physical activity. Second semester. Offered alternate years.
Prerequisites & Notes
SCI 342.
Credits: 3
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HPE 441 - Adapted Physical Education
A course designed to assist future teachers in designing and implementing appropriate physical education programs for individuals with disabilities. Second semester. Offered alternate years.
Prerequisites & Notes
Must be fully accepted into PA certification program.
Credits: 3
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HPE 491 - Field Experience in HPE
A culminating evaluation of field placement experiences in the areas of lesson planning and teaching, classroom management, interaction and collaboration with other teachers, interaction with parents, and reflective discussions. Both semesters and summer session.
Prerequisites & Notes
Current clearances required.
Credits: 0
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HEB 331 - Elementary Biblical Hebrew I
A study of the basic vocabulary and grammar of the Old Testament. First semester.
Credits: 3
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HEB 332 - Elementary Biblical Hebrew II
A continuation of the study of the vocabulary and grammar of the Old Testament, with attention to prose translation. Second semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
HEB 331
Credits: 3
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HEB 431 - Exegesis of Hebrew Prose
An exegetical study of prose of the Old Testament, with attention to narrative syntax and legal materials. First semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
HEB 332
Credits: 3
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HEB 432 - Exegesis of Hebrew Poetry
A study of the method and workings of biblical Hebrew poetry. Second semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
HEB 431
Credits: 3
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History |
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HIS 141 - Jewish History I
An examination of the background and development of Judaism from the late sixth century B.C. Second Temple Period to the mid-twentieth century Holocaust. Emphasis is given to the major changes in the structure of Jewish identity and the liturgical process giving rise to the Rabbinate, the emergence of the synagogue, the rise of multiple factions within Judaism, and the process of Jewish assimilation and multiple hegemonies. First semester.
Credits: 3
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HIS 142 - Jewish History II
An examination of the background and development of Judaism from the mid-twentieth century Holocaust to the present-day modern state of Israel. Emphasis is placed on Judaism under Islam, as well as Jewish life in America. Second semester.
Credits: 3
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HIS 211 - The World Before 1500
A comparative study of major civilizations prior to 1500 AD, emphasizing their religious, political, economic, social, and cultural developments. Either semester.
Credits: 3
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HIS 212 - Western Civilization Since the Renaissance
A course that analyzes Western history from the Italian Renaissance to the present and examines the religious, political, economic, social, and cultural developments in humanity in Europe and its influence around the globe. Both semesters.
Credits: 3
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HIS 221 - The Supreme Court
A study of the origins and development of the United States’ legal system from the colonial period to the present. Special emphasis is given to the ways the legal system, the Constitution, and the Supreme Court have influenced and been influenced by social, ideological, political, and economic factors. Either semester.
Credits: 3
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HIS 223 - United States History I
A political, social, economic, and cultural analysis of the history of the United States from the colonial period through Reconstruction. Either semester.
Credits: 3
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HIS 224 - United States History II
A course that analyzes the history of the United States from Reconstruction to the present by examining the political, economic, social, and cultural developments that occurred during this period of time. Either semester.
Credits: 3
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HIS 231 - Historical Inquiry and Research
A course examining the methodology and practice of the discipline of history. Emphasis is given to document analysis, grand theory, perspective, analysis of divergent sources, the historical writing process, and the importance of historiography. First semester.
Credits: 3
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HIS 301 - Church History
A study of the church from A.D. 100 to the present. Special attention is given to the development of doctrine and the relationship of the church to society. Both semesters.
Credits: 3
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HIS 332 - American Urban History
An exploration of the historical development of the city and urban culture in America. Either semester.
Credits: 3
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HIS 339 - History Seminar
A course in which the student studies a topic or time period not fully addressed in the available history course offerings. Repeatable. Offered on demand.
Credits: 3
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HIS 344 - Africa in the Age of Imperialism and Decolonization
A course that examines European imperialism in Africa, independence movements, and their consequent challenges in the contemporary world. Either semester.
Credits: 3
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HIS 345 - Russia and the Soviet Union
A course that examines the history of Russia and the Soviet Union from the collapse of Tsarist Russia to the disintegration of the Soviet system (1861-1991). Either semester.
Credits: 3
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HIS 346 - Revolutions in Latin America and the Caribbean
An examination of the revolutionary movements that have shaped Latin America and the Caribbean since the Haitian Revolution of 1791. Either semester.
Credits: 3
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HIS 347 - Empires and Nation States in East Asia
A course that analyzes the empires and nation states of nineteenth and twentieth century East Asia. Either semester.
Credits: 3
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HIS 353 - Athens in the Golden Age
A study of the history and subsequent influence of 5th century Athens. Either semester.
Credits: 3
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HIS 354 - Rome and the Pax Romana
A study of the history and subsequent influence of the Roman world and the Pax Romana. Either semester.
Credits: 3
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HIS 355 - The Ancient Near East
A study of the Ancient Near East, its peoples, and their civilizations including Egypt, Sumer, Assyria, Persia, and Babylon. Either semester.
Credits: 3
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HIS 356 - Medievalism: Historical Interpretations
A study of the European medieval era and its subsequent interpretations since 1300. Either semester.
Credits: 3
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HIS 361 - The European Reformations
An exploration of the causes, courses, and consequences of the European Reformations. Either semester.
Credits: 3
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HIS 362 - The Great War
An examination of the social, political, economic, technological, and cultural causes, course, and consequences of The Great War (1914-1918). Either semester.
Credits: 3
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HIS 363 - Genocide in the Modern Era
A course that analyzes modern genocides in conjunction with justice, retribution, and restoration. Either semester.
Credits: 3
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HIS 391 - History Internship
An 80-100 hour field experience over the course of 12-15 weeks designed to use the skills and abilities developed in the History program and apply them to a workplace related to the student’s particular interest. Both semesters.
Prerequisites & Notes
Permission of department chair or dean. Repeatable for up to a total of 6 credits.
Credits: 3
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HIS 421 - Colonial America
An examination of colonial America from its settlement to the American Revolution. Either semester.
Credits: 3
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HIS 422 - The Civil War and Reconstruction
A course that analyzes the Civil War and Reconstruction. Special emphasis is given to the social, political, and economic issues that influenced the conflict and the Reconstruction. Either semester.
Credits: 3
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HIS 423 - The American Sixties
An analysis of the United States during the Long Sixties, 1956 to 1976. Emphasis is placed on social, political, scientific, economic, technological, and cultural changes. Either semester.
Credits: 3
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HIS 441 - The Middle East Since 1914
A study of the Middle East since 1914 focusing on how social, political, and economic developments have shaped the contemporary context. Either semester.
Credits: 3
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HIS 461 - World War II
An examination of the events, and social, political, and cultural elements, of World War II (1939-1945) and its aftermath. Either semester.
Credits: 3
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HIS 462 - Secularization and Modernity in the 19th Century
A course that traces and evaluates the rise of secularization and modernity from the Enlightenment to the Great War. Either semester.
Credits: 3
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HIS 491 - Senior Seminar
A culminating course for History majors that leads to a general synthesis of and specific research in the field of study. Graduating seniors only. Either semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
Limited to students in their final semester in the History (BA) program.
Credits: 3
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Honors Program |
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HON 001 - Honors Colloquium
The Honors Colloquium is a meeting of all Honors students conducted biweekly, with additional supporting activities scheduled each semester. Both semesters.
Credits: 0
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HON 401 - Honors Thesis I
Initiation of the research and writing of the Honors thesis/project under the supervision of an advisor. The course results in a series of research papers related and leading to the Honors thesis. Both semesters.
Prerequisites & Notes
Membership in Honors Program.
Credits: 3
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HON 402 - Honors Thesis II
The completion of the research and writing of the Honors thesis/project under the supervision of an advisor. The completed Honors thesis is evaluated by the student’s advisor and a second reader. Both semesters.
Prerequisites & Notes
Membership in Honors Program and HON 401.
Credits: 3
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Humanities |
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HUM 131 - History of Art and Culture I
A survey of visual culture from prehistory through the Middle Ages. This course is designed as an introduction to basic problems and terminology of art history, as well as to methods of analyzing and interpreting individual works of art. Emphasis is placed upon historical and cultural contexts, as well as upon the development of major styles. First semester.
Credits: 3
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HUM 132 - History of Art and Culture II
A survey of visual culture from the Early Renaissance through the modern era. This course is designed as an introduction to basic problems and terminology of art history, as well as to methods of analyzing and interpreting individual works of art. Emphasis is placed upon historical and cultural contexts, as well as upon the development of major styles. Second semester.
Credits: 3
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HUM 133 - History of Art and Culture III
A survey of visual culture focusing on non-Western and contemporary art. This course is designed as an introduction to basic problems and terminology of non-Western art history, as well as to methods of analyzing and interpreting individual works of art. Emphasis is placed upon historical and cultural contexts leading to a multicultured contemporary art world. Second semester.
Credits: 3
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HUM 141 - Christianity and Culture
A study of contemporary culture through the framework of a biblical worldview toward the goal of articulating a theology of culture. Students develop critical skills for the engagement of culture. Significant emphases include cultural difference, traditional cultural components like literature and music, and contemporary elements, including entertainment and technology. Either semester.
Credits: 3
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HUM 211 - Literature and Arts of the Western World I
A course that introduces literature and the arts from ancient Egypt to the Renaissance. The arts, including music, painting, sculpture, architecture, and literature, are studied and analyzed in their historical contexts. First semester.
Credits: 3
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HUM 212 - Literature and Arts of the Western World II
A course that introduces literature and the arts from the Renaissance through the twentieth century. The arts, including music, painting, sculpture, architecture, and literature, are studied and analyzed in their historical contexts. Second semester.
Credits: 3
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HUM 339 - Topics in Humanities:
A course focusing on topics and ideas not fully addressed in the available humanities course offerings. Either semester.
Prerequisites & Notes
Repeatable
Credits: 3
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HUM 341 - Irish History and Literature I
A course that explores the history and literature of Ireland from the arrival of the Celts to the Norman invasion. Either semester.
Credits: 3
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