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The list of course descriptions provided below is adapted from the course descriptions contained in the undergraduate and graduate catalogs and provide a sampling of the kinds of courses taught by our faculty that touch upon some aspect of diversity. There is much more, of course. For more information on course offerings, visit the catalogue.
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Sampling of Course Descriptions
Art History Overview of Western Art History
This course introduces a general survey of art and artists from
pre-historic times through the 20th century, examining major periods
and styles which have contributed to Western art." Overview of Non-Western Art History
This course instruduces non-western artistic cutltures: Islam, Indian
China, Japan, and Sub-Saharan Africa, with an emphasis on major works of
architecture, painting, sculpture, and the applied arts.Anthropology Introduction to Cultural Anthropology
This course examines the major characteristics of human culture, the
pattern and integration of cultural ethos and value systems." Ritual, Magic and Myth
This course examines religious belief and ritual in non-literate societies
as well as popular movemetns among followers of world religions." Indians of North America
This course looks at the traditional and contemporary cultures of Eskimos
and North American Indians.Counseling Multi-Cultural Counseling
This course enables student to develop knowledge and understanding
regarding characteristics and concers of multi-culturally diverse groups,
the attitudes and behaviors affected by dominant group membership, and
individual and group approaches/interventions appropriate with diverse
populations.Education Learning Styles
This course assists educators in adapting their teaching styles to diverse
student learning styles." The Urban School and Community
This course provides classroom experience and insight into the theories
of teaching methods that are used in teaching inner city elementary and
secondary children.English African-American Literature I and II
These series of courses study African American literature from its
beginnings through the Harlem Renaissance and into the present,
emphasizing representative works and writers such as Phyllis Wheatley
Frederick Douglas, Langston Hughes and more.Geography World Geography
This course includes a survey of geography, organized to develop a
knowledge and appreciation of factors of geographic environment and
and the culutral adjustment to them." Cultural Geography
This course studies the distribtuion and development of human societies
with particular reference to both culture and habitat." Geography of World Affairs
This course provides an understanding of the role of geographic
inter-relationships in world conflicts, with emphasis given to events
related to the American economy, itnernational relations, and the global
environment.History World Civilization
These series of courses provide a survey of world history, tracing the
development and growth of civilizations in European and Asian continents,
as well as emphasizing the continuing development of man's political,
economic, religious, aesthetic and social achievements." Introduction to Women's Studies
This is an interdisciplinary course that introduces theories and research
pertaining to women's experiences and status in contemporary society." Introduction to Multicultural America
This course surveys the history and cultur of the many ethnic groups in the
United States in the context of social class, gender, education, and age, as
well as examining such topics as race, immigration, religion, politics, and
more." History of the United States
These series of courses survey the political, economic, social and cultural
development of the United States, with emphasis in the second course
placed upon human rights in a nulti-ethnic, plural world and the rold of race,
nation, gender and age in society." Women in Non-Western Nations
This course studies the history of women in non-western nations, examining
their status in pre-colonial times with a concentration on women since the
the beginning of the independence movements.Honors Religion, Popular Culture, and Diversity
This course examines the role and influence of diversity in the United States
experience by analyzing th impact of religion, popular culture, race, gender
class, and ethnicity.Latin American Studies Heritage and Culture of Puerto Ricans
This course studies the culture and history of Puerto Rico by exploring
its paradoxical status as a territory of the United States, and as a distinct
culture." Internship in Latin American Studies
This internship gives students the opportunity to apply, improve and develop
skills through practical, on-the-job experience in business, research,
government agencies or other professions related to Latin America." The Maya Experience
This course studies the culture, language, and history of the Maya from
pre-contact to the present, examining also political, social, and economic
influences.Music Introduction to Music
This course introduces music heard throughout the world today, including
Western, non-Western, folk, jazz, and modern music." Evolution of Jazz
This course examines the evolution ofjazz music from its inception to its
current styles, and studies characteristics of several music styles together
with important performers and literature.Nursing and Health Contemporary Women's Health
This course focuses on women's health issues past, present, and future.
Philosophy Philosophy in Popular Culture
These series of courses explore philosophical issues and themes
raised in popular culture, especially through popular literature and films,
covering a wide variety of topics including feminism, time travel, and
personal indentity to name a few." World Religions
This course introduces the great and living religions of the world: Buddhism,
Hinduism, Confucianism, Taoism, Judaism, Chrstianity, and Islam." Black/White: Appearance and Reality
This course emphasizes discovering the meaning of racial injustice for
the victoms, for those who participate in it, and for society as a whole and
on the relations of racism to other forms of oppression.Psychology Psychology of Aging
This course incrases understanding of aging through a systematic
study of the psychological aspects of the aging process.Secondary Education Education in a Multicultural Society
This course fosters an understanding and respect for persons from
diverse backgrounds and encourages the teacher candidate to recognize
the effects of historical, philosophical and societal influences on the
development of American education." Urban Seminar
This course is designed to provide a first-hand experience in an urban,
multicultural setting, providing teach education majors with an opportunity
to gain an understanding of cultural, economic, ethnic, racial, and social
differences through close work with a cooperating teacher and students
in an inner city school.Special Education American Sign Language and the Deaf Culture
This course develops basic receptive/expressive communication skills in
American Sign Language, the visual/gestural language used by deaf
individuals and the third most widely used language int he United States.Sociology The Sociology of Roles
This course concerns the sociological analysis of the creation, maintenance
maintenance and transformation of roles, using cross cultural examples
while emphasizing roles, role-learning and role-playing in contemporary
American society." Sociology of Religion
This course emphasizes the scientific study of religion based on an
examination of religious beliefs and practices in literare and non-literate
cultures." Race and Ethnic Relatiosn
This course acquaints the student with the major racial and ethnic
groups in contemporary America, critically examining ethnicity, racism,
discrimination, and inter-ethnic relations." Social Movements
This course analyzes theoretical models for the student of social
movements followerd by the application of historical and current events
as they apply to these models." Social Gerontology
This course provides a brief, but comprehensive introduction to the field
of human aging, with particular emphasis on the social dimension." Social Principles of Religion and Myth
This course provides a review and comprehensive analysis of social
principles contained within the sacred literature of world religions and
mythology.Social Work Human Diversity
This course celebrates human diferences, developing an appreciation of
diversity and multiculturalism.
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