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A course in the design and querying of database systems. Topics include design principles, normalization, entityrelationship entity relationship models, and use of SQL for database access and management. Previous programming experience recommended.

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Introductory to advanced levels, students will learn about personal investing within the broad context of personal finance and stewardship of money resources. Students with little to no background will start with the basics, while more advanced students work independently on instructor-guided projects at their unique level of understanding and interest. This course may be taken up to two times for credit, and more with audit. While this course is open to students of all majors and levels, it is especially encouraged for juniors and seniors as paration participation for their next phase of life and career. This course is typically taught in-person fall and spring semesters and online/asynchronous during the summer term.

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This writing intensive course begins with World War II and then marches through the Cold War, suburbanization, the civil rights movements, and the ever-expanding U.S. presence in global issues via the study of multiple cultural texts (novels, films, music, memoirs, etc.). Major themes include radical political movements, Vietnam, Watergate, TVcultureTV culture, the Religious Right, and current political and social issues. Special attention is paid to U.S. involvement in global activities from the end of the Cold War to the present, with a strong emphasis on what "makes America American." Taking HIST 103 before this course is highly recommended. (Fall 2023) Core: WI

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This course will be largely self-directed and will require a great deal of independent student work, often in project-focused groups. It may be repeated as topics shift from year to year. HUM 490 Humanities Seminar (4 SH) A team-taught interdisciplinary seminar that serves as a capstone for many humanities programs, including history, literary studies, and Bible, religion and theology. It provides students an opportunity to complete a long, researchbased research-based scholarly project while also exposing students to critical theory and historiography. Graduate school and career paths will also be discussed. Core: CC, WI

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This course invites students of diverse cultural backgrounds and experiences to engage in thoughtful analysis of crosscultural cross cultural communication and the accompanying emotions, challenges and opportunities. International, third-culture individuals (TCKs), and American students participate in a common seminar encouraging critical thinking, dialogue and reflection. First-year international students are strongly encouraged to take this course to help facilitate their transition to an understanding of North American culture and EMU's academic culture.

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Students combine their research and practical implementation of theories and concepts in this capstone project. The project examines an area of the student's occupation or avocation. The student's project will be written and presented orally to the instructor and cohort learning group. ????? LOM 461 Application of Research Project in Aviation (for Aviation concentrators only) will be offered for 3 credits and as a traditional semester length course. Offered through Lancaster

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Beginning vocal instruction in a small group setting. Excellent opportunity to learn basic singing skills. Open to all students and is a prerequisite for private studies if the student has had no previous private voice study. Additional fee. Core: CA

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Through this course students will learn key principles of effective improvisation such as scales, melodic decoration, phrasing, and form. This is a hands-on course in which students will practice improvising over songs or chord progressions through the course of the semester guided by feedback from their instructor. The genre or style of improvisation focus will be guided by the student’s creative leanings and the instructor’s area of expertise. Some of the genres and styles of focus could include Bluegrass, Fiddle, Americana, Singer-songwriter, Gospel, Jazz, R&B, Rock, and more.  Core: CA

MUPS 203 Songwriting (1 SH)

Through this course students will learn key principles of effective songwriting such as lyric construction, chord selection, and arrangingCredit is available for private study in the areas listed below. A semester of private study includes 13 weeks of lessons. Registration for 1 SH offers 40 minute lessons (200 level course code); registration for 2 SH offers 60 minutes of instruction per week (300 level course code). Lessons for 2 SH are required of music majors with a performance concentration after their formal admission to the program as performance majors. Approval must be granted from music program director for any exceptions. Private voice students are required to hire an accompanist for weekly lessons and recitals. Additional fee. Core: CA

• 201, 301 Percussion - 1-2

• 202 Improvisation - 1

• 203 Songwriting - 1

• 211 Composition - 1-2

• 221, 321 Voice - 1-2

• 231, 331 Piano - 1-2

• 241, 341 Organ - 1-2

• 251, 351 Violin - 1-2

• 252, 352 Viola - 1-2

• 253, 353 Cello - 1-2

• 254, 354 String Bass - 1-2

• 255, 355 Banjo - 1-2

• 256, 356 Guitar - 1-2

• 261, 361 Flute - 1-2

• 262, 362 Clarinet - 1-2

• 263, 363 Oboe - 1-2

• 264, 364 Saxophone - 1-2

• 265, 365 Bassoon - 1-2

• 271, 371 Trumpet - 1-2

• 272, 372 Horn - 1-2

• 273, 373 Trombone - 1-2

• 274, 374 Tuba - 1-2

MUPS 202 Improvisation (1 SH)

Through this course students will learn key principles of effective improvisation such as scales, melodic decoration, phrasing, and form. This is a hands-on course in which students will write original songs over practice improvising over songs or chord progressions through the course of the semester , guided by feedback from their instructor. The genre or style of songwriting improvisation focus will be guided by the student’s creative leanings and the instructor’s area of expertise. Some of the genres and styles of focus could include Bluegrass, Fiddle, Americana, Singer-songwriter, Gospel, Jazz, R&B, Singer-songwriter, Rock, EDM, and more.  Core: CA

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203 Songwriting (1 SH)

Sophomore recitals are arranged with the approval of the instructor.Through this course students will learn key principles of effective songwriting such as lyric construction, chord selection, and arranging. This is a hands-on course in which students will write original songs over the course of the semester, guided by feedback from their instructor. The genre or style of songwriting focus will be guided by the student’s creative leanings and the instructor’s area of expertise. Some of the genres of focus could include Bluegrass, Americana, Gospel, Jazz, R&B, Singer-songwriter, Rock, EDM, and more.  Core: CA

MUPS 290 Sophomore Recital (0 SH)

Sophomore recitals are arranged with the approval of the instructor.  MUPS 390 Junior Recital (1 SH) Preparation and presentation of a public recital containing a minimum of one half-hour of music. The junior recital is required for the performance concentration in music. MUPS 490 Senior Recital-Project (1-3 SH) A solo performance containing a minimum of one half hour of music for the music education teaching endorsement or one hour of music for the music performance concentration to be presented during the final year of the student's study. Preparation includes research, analysis, related public performance and presentation, and critique. All details are to be worked out under the supervision of the instructor. Permission for recital performance is subject to the approval of the music faculty.

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MUPS 499 Independent Study (1 SH)

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NRSL 320 Transitions in Professional Nursing Practice (3 SH)

Credit is available for private study in the areas listed below. A semester of private study includes 13 weeks of lessons. Registration for 1 SH offers 40 minute lessons (200 level course code); registration for 2 SH offers 60 minutes of instruction per week (300 level course code). Lessons for 2 SH are required of music majors with a performance concentration after their formal admission to the program as performance majors. Approval must be granted from music program director for any exceptions. Private voice students are required to hire an accompanist for weekly lessons and recitals. Additional fee. Core: CA

• 201, 301 Percussion - 1-2

• 202 Improvisation - 1

• 203 Songwriting - 1

• 211 Composition - 1-2

• 221, 321 Voice - 1-2

• 231, 331 Piano - 1-2

• 241, 341 Organ - 1-2

• 251, 351 Violin - 1-2

• 252, 352 Viola - 1-2

• 253, 353 Cello - 1-2

• 254, 354 String Bass - 1-2

• 255, 355 Banjo - 1-2

• 256, 356 Guitar - 1-2

• 261, 361 Flute - 1-2

• 262, 362 Clarinet - 1-2

• 263, 363 Oboe - 1-2

• 264, 364 Saxophone - 1-2

• 265, 365 Bassoon - 1-2

• 271, 371 Trumpet - 1-2

• 272, 372 Horn - 1-2

• 273, 373 Trombone - 1-2

• 274, 374 Tuba - 1-2

NRSL 320 Transitions in Professional Nursing Practice (3 SH)

This course is designed to support a smooth transition for new to practice registered nurses who are employed in their initial professional positions. Successful transition into the role of a professional nurse will be fostered through faculty and peer coaching and support. An overarching aim of this Nurse Residency is professional socialization while fostering stress management, problem-solving, creative thinking, and durability in the new professional position. Offered through Lancaster

NRSL 325 Art and Science of Effective Communication (3 SH)

This course is designed to enhance the written, oral and interpersonal communication ability of students. With an emphasis on academic integrity, the course will foster writing skills using American Psychological Association formatting. Other content will address information and media literacy, content creation, and the ethics inherent in their use. Communication skills will be enhanced through discussion of social media, crucial conversations, mediation, and therapeutic communication. Offered through Lancaster

NRSL 341 Professional Nurse (4 SH)

This course presents the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for current professional nursing practice. Classroom activities focus on library usage skills, an introduction to nursing research, concepts of professional nursing, communication skills, nursing and crisis theories, the history of nursing, and spirituality. A paper is written in which professional nursing concepts are integrated into an individual philosophy of nursing. Offered through Lancaster

NRSL 345 Health Assessment (3 SH)

This course provides students with knowledge and skills in history taking and physical examination of healthy individuals. At the end of the course, each student will be required to do a mastery demonstration of a head-to-toe assessment on a person of choice. The information and skills learned are required of a baccalaureate curriculum. Offered through Lancaster

NRSL 350 Health Care Policy (4 SH)

This course focuses on contemporary health care issues and their This course is designed to support a smooth transition for new to practice registered nurses who are employed in their initial professional positions. Successful transition into the role of a professional nurse will be fostered through faculty and peer coaching and support. An overarching aim of this Nurse Residency is professional socialization while fostering stress management, problem-solving, creative thinking, and durability in the new professional position. Offered through Lancaster

NRSL 325 Art and Science of Effective Communication (3 SH)

This course is designed to enhance the written, oral and interpersonal communication ability of students. With an emphasis on academic integrity, the course will foster writing skills using American Psychological Association formatting. Other content will address information and media literacy, content creation, and the ethics inherent in their use. Communication skills will be enhanced through discussion of social media, crucial conversations, mediation, and therapeutic communication. Offered through Lancaster

NRSL 341 Professional Nurse (4 SH)

This course presents the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for current professional nursing practice. Classroom activities focus on library usage skills, an introduction to nursing research, concepts of professional nursing, communication skills, nursing and crisis theories, the history of nursing, and spirituality. A paper is written in which professional nursing concepts are integrated into an individual philosophy of nursing. Offered through Lancaster

NRSL 345 Health Assessment (3 SH)

This course provides students with knowledge and skills in history taking and physical examination of healthy individuals. At the end of the course, each student will be required to do a mastery demonstration of a head-to-toe assessment on a person of choice. The information and skills learned are required of a baccalaureate curriculum. Offered through Lancaster

NRSL 350 Health Care Policy (4 SH)

This course focuses on contemporary health care issues and their impact on current policy. An open systems model and change theory is used to explore the US healthcare system, health care organizations, health care policy, payment systems and the role of nurses within this system. Possibilities for health care reform and alternate systems are discussed. The effect of behaviors, attitudes, values and perceptions of participants in the system is examined. Offered through Lancaster

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The activity of cave exploration will provide for knowledge acquisition, skill development, fitness improvement, and the enjoyment of participation. Students will be exposed to caving as a personal recreational pursuit, particularly indigenous to Virginia's Shenandoah Valley and nearby West Virginia. An additional fee will be charged.

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PEG 120 Table Tennis/Net Games (1 SH)

This course introduces students to key figures in the Western philosophical tradition and to the major questions with which those figures wrestled. Students read a variety of classic philosophical texts paying particular attention to problems of knowledge and skepticism, mind and world, ethics and politics. Core: CW

POL 340-345 Topics in Political Studies (3 SH)

This course is offered as instructors with special expertise in an area are available to offer unique or trial content.

POL 441 Political Science Internship (1-3 SH) Designed for upper-level political studies minors who want to explore career options and gain practical experience in local, state or federal government work. Approval from the history department is required one semester in advance. Students take initiative in arranging their own placement. Internship can be completed in the summer. Grading is on a pass/fail basis. Students may be able to meet the requirement (but not earn credit) through documentation of a noncredit experience, upon departmental approval.

POL 481 Pre-Law Internship (1-3 SH) Minors enter a semester or summer-session internship through their major. Some options would be in the immediate area, while others would tap into EMU and MCC programs in Washington, New York, and abroad. These might include paralegal work, mediation work, VORP, WCSC, SALT, or the MCC U.N. Liaison. Note: Students completing an internship/ practicum for their major (e.g. Business, PXD) can use this to satisfy the pre-law internship with approval from the history department. Grading is on a pass/fail basis. Students may be able to meet the requirement (but not earn credit) through documentation of a non-credit experience, upon departmental approval.

PPX 371 Peace and Security in East Asia (3 SH) This course aims to introduce and analyze the history and international relations of East Asia, which is one of the most dynamic and consequential regions in world politics today. The first part of the course will explore historical backgrounds of the region with a focus on political, economic, and security development from the late 19th century to the post-Cold War era. The second part will examine various regional security challenges and foreign/ security policies of the key countries (China, Japan, the two Koreas, and ASEAN countries), encouraging students to think whether the region is heading towards peace or conflict. The ultimate goal of this course is to enable students to produce an academic research paper on a topic of their interests, by immersing themselves in important peace and security issues in East Asia. (Spring 2024) Core: CC, WI

PPX 401 Human Rights and Dignity (4 SH) This course introduces students to the study of human rights from a political perspective. By taking this course, students should be able to (1) think critically and analytically about human rights and dignity; (2) demonstrate knowledge of key conceptual debates, the history and evolution of the international human rights regime, and relevant cases of human rights violations; (3) develop informed positions on key issues of human rights and identify ways to prevent human rights violations at home and abroad; and (4) attain critical writing and oral skills through active class participation, weekly response essays, and a final paper. (Spring 2024) Core: WI

PPX 405-409 Topics in Politics and Peace Studies (3-4 SH) These courses are offered as instructors with special expertise in an area are available to offer unique or trial content.

PPX 405 Topics in Politics-International Security (4 SH) Core: WI

PPX 421 Genocide of the 20th Century (4 SH) This course examines genocides and mass atrocities in the modern world from an interdisciplinary perspective. We will look at historical and contemporary genocides— Armenia, the Holocaust, Nanjing, Cambodia, Rwanda, former Yugoslavia, Darfur, and Myanmar—and analyze their causes and patterns of development. Engaging various disciplines such as political science, history, peace studies, psychology, and sociology, students will explore theoretical and policy issues such as theories of genocide, various forms of destruction, gender and genocide, humanitarian intervention debate, genocide denial, and collective memory. (Fall 2023) Core: WI

PPX 431 Political Reconciliation (4 SH) How should a society address the legacies of mass atrocities and human rights violations of the past? This course examines the issue of political reconciliation after armed conflicts and violent political transitions. Students will explore key issues and debates related to transitional justice such as criminal prosecutions and trials, truth commissions, reparations, official apologies, amnesty, guilt and denial, and forgiveness. Such frameworks of political reconciliation will be critically examined, asking how well these policies fulfill an ethic of peacebuilding as well as justice and help societies address their pasts marred by conflict, violence, and oppression. (Fall 2024) Core: WI

PXD 335 Understanding Violent Conflict (3 SH)

This course provides an overview of explanations of violence at the personal, group, societal and national levels. Causes of violence are context-specific, multi-causal, multi-dimensional and may result from a variety of political and social, socioeconomic, and resource and environmental factors. The relationship between violence and social change will be explored. There will be special focus on explanations of war, terrorism, gun violence, and identity- based violence (gender-based, hate crimes, etc.). (Fall 2023)

PXD 345 Peacebuilding Theory and Action (3 SH)

The course will explore the theoretical bases for peacebuilding analysis and action. Given the interdisciplinary nature of the field, this course will draw on a number of theoretical streams to understand the assumptions that guide peace practitioners in action and reflection on their peacebuilding efforts. Prerequisite: PXD 225 or permission of instructor.

PXD 435 Global Challenges, Local Struggles and Transnational Solidarities (3 SH)

This course focuses on social and global processes of transformation, local experiences and expressions, and transnational solidarities that emerge in response to these challenges. It will be concerned with institutions, relations of power, and the relationship between power and the production of justice and peacebuilding theories and practices. It will add to students’ comprehensive overview of justice and peacebuilding practice and its multi-disciplinary, multilevel aspects. Accelerated program students only. (PAX 635)

PXD 499 Independent Study (1-4 SH)

WRIT 370 Poetry Workshop (3 SH)

A workshop on the craft of versification. Requirements include writing over sixty poem drafts based on traditional and experimental forms and styles, readings of poetry and prosody, memorization of at least one published poem, and participation on the class discussion board. Prerequisite: WRIT 130 or WRIT 140. (Fall 2022) Core: CA

WRIT 380 Expository Writing (1 SH)

This five-week course will focus on expository elements in the academic discourse produced by writers in the students' major fields. Students will develop an independent, critical, problem-solving attitude with respect to reading the work of others to assist in the revision of their own writing. Prerequisite: WRIT 130 or WRIT 140. (Spring 2024) Core: WI

WRIT 381 Argumentative Writing (1 SH)

A five-week, one semester-hour course that equips students to write arguments that are fully developed, rhetorically engaged, and critically thoughtful. Students are expected to contextualize their arguments—to see themselves as agents of change. Prerequisite: WRIT 130 or WRIT 140. (Spring 2024) Core: WI

WRIT 383 Professional Writing (1 SH)

This five-week course has a practical focus on writing in professional settings. Students will create a portfolio with a cover letter defining their expertise, a resume, and a writing sample specific to the niche in which they want membership. Students will analyze an audience in order to write, edit, and proofread documents that show they understand the audience of a particular profession and can write to a standard required in that profession. Students will become familiar with the ethical issues in professional writing, how to present themselves in writing by creating a positive impression to particular clients, and how to make connections by creating a network via various media. Prerequisite: WRIT 130 or WRIT 140. (Spring 2024) Core: WI

PXD 225 Theories of Social Change (3 SH)

This course is designed as an introduction to key sociological theories, with a focus on how these impact the dynamics of social change. The theories covered range from micro social- psychology perspectives to macro-structural approaches. The course specifically interrogates how ideas about the nature of social relations influence our perceptions of how social systems are constructed, deconstructed and reconstructed. The course opens up the space for students to reflect on their own personal life journeys as well as provides the opportunity for vigorous debate around real-time contemporary issues and engagement with how theoretical frameworks actively shape the macro sphere and our collective lives. Most importantly, students experience how social theories are driving agents of change on the personal, local and global levels. Registration priority is given to students whose programs require this course. Prerequisite: PXD 151, SOC 101 or SOC 201 (SOC 225) Core: WI

PXD 261 Community and Conflict Analysis Techniques (3 SH)

In order to promote sustainable change, it is important to understand the context in which we work. This course provides an introduction to social situation assessment strategies and conflict analysis. Students will complete a personal and community conflict assessment and consider how such analysis supports and contributes to change efforts including development and peacebuilding practice. Registration priority is given to students whose programs require this course. (Spring 2023)

PXD 331 Restorative Justice and Trauma Awareness (3 SH)

This course will explore how traumagenic experiences influence a person’s body, social identities, and social context. In these experiences, harms are created and done to individuals, groups of people, communities, and organizations. We will explore how the values, principles, and practices of restorative justice can speak into and transform these harms. We will also explore how systems of domination and oppression create traumagenic systems designed to create harm on participants of the system. With its emphasis on theory and practice, the course is useful for those planning to work in church ministry, business, education, social work, peacebuilding, and many other areas.

PXD 341 Mediation and Facilitation (3 SH)

This course is an introduction to the theory and practice of mediation and facilitation, two processes for conflict transformation. Students will learn about conflict, group dynamics theory, teambuilding, and leadership for transforming conflict. Students demonstrate learning through role plays and facilitation on campus of conversation on issues that cause tension. With its emphasis on practical applications, the course is useful for those planning to work in church ministry, business, education, social work, and many other areas. First- and second-year students by permission of instructor only.

PXD 365 Social and Political Economy (3 SH)

This course introduces students to the interdisciplinary fields of social and political economy and the role that social, economic, political, cultural and environmental/ecological processes play in shaping society. Students will consider the political economy of various social problems such as poverty, war, exploitation, and protracted social conflict. Core: WI

PXD 433 Analysis: Understanding Conflict (3 SH)

Analysis focuses on understanding the factors that cause conflict and violence and those that support peacebuilding and social justice. Good conflict and injustice analysis skills are a central component of designing effective strategies for promoting social change that transforms conflicts and supports justice. In this course, we will engage with each other and with course materials to develop and refine our skills for analyzing situations of conflict and injustice in order to identify opportunities for transformative action. We will use a variety of analytical models or lenses, including identity (gender, religion, nationality, etc.), human needs, narrative, power, culture, worldview, and others to understand conflict. We will also work with case studies of conflicts at multiple social levels (personal, relational, structural, and cultural) to practice our analysis skills and identify opportunities to take action. Accelerated program students only. (PAX 533)

SPAN 110 Elementary Spanish I (3 SH) The fundamentals of Spanish through listening, speaking, reading and writing, including practice in pronunciation and development of comprehension. Regular oral practice with a native-speaker language assistant. This course is typically appropriate for students with no Spanish language background or with a maximum of one year of high school Spanish. Core: CC

SPAN 120 Elementary Spanish II (3 SH) Continuation of SPAN 110. Regular oral practice with a native-speaker language assistant. A student may not receive credit for both SPAN 120 and SPAN 130. This course is typically appropriate for students who have completed SPAN 110 Elementary I or who have had one to two years of high school Spanish. Prerequisite: SPAN 110. Core: CC

SPAN 130 Elementary Spanish in Review (3 SH) This course is designed for high-beginning college students. It aims at reviewing concepts already learned in one or two years of language study in high school, and having students prepared for further study at the intermediate level. Covers in one semester the same material covered in SPAN 110 and SPAN 120. Regular oral practice with a native-speaker language assistant. A student may not receive credit for both SPAN 120 and SPAN 130.

SPAN 210 Intermediate Spanish I (3 SH) This courses focuses on conversational themes. Students will increase oral and written fluency, cultural understanding, and compare Hispanic culture to their own native culture. The course engages learners in speaking, listening, and writing activities based on communicative and task-based approaches to reinforce and review core functional-linguistic structures (narrating in the present and past tenses; expressing beliefs, opinions and other discourse tasks; distinguishing between verbs "ser" and "estar"; expressing likes and dislikes; giving commands and/or guidelines; talking about real, imagined, and future events). Students discuss short films and cultural readings and regularly attend conversation sessions with a native-speaker language assistant. This course is typically appropriate for students who have had three or four years of high school Spanish. Prerequisite: SPAN 120, SPAN 130 or equivalent. Core: CC

SPAN 220 Intermediate Spanish II (3 SH) This course is a continuation of SPAN 210 and focuses on conversational themes. Students will increase oral and written fluency, cultural understanding, and compare Hispanic culture to their own native culture. The course engages learners in speaking, listening, and writing activities based on communicative and task-based approaches to reinforce and review core functional-linguistic structures (narrating in the present and past tenses; expressing more complex opinions and feelings about recent and past events; discuss hypothetical situations; use grammar structures specific to oral and written language; articulate specific preferences; and express agreement or disagreement). Students discuss short films and cultural readings and regularly attend conversation sessions with a native-speaker language assistant. This course is typically appropriate for students who have had four or five years of high school Spanish. Prerequisite: SPAN 210 or equivalent.

SPAN 231 Intermediate Spanish for Healthcare Professionals I (3 SH) SPAN 231-232 is an online, eight-week summer course for healthcare workers that seeks to increase their effectiveness in communicating with Spanish speaking clients and co-workers. This course emphasizes the development of reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills within a medical context. Topics include how to greet patients, brief conversations, preliminary patient information, checking into the hospital, at the pediatrician's office, at the gynecologist's office, and other general health subjects. Students will acquire and use medical vocabulary and forms and structures; explore healthcare issues affecting the Hispanic world; and read about and discuss Hispanic culture. With a conversation assistant and/or classmates, students will record and role-play typical doctor/patient interactions, as well as other medical situations. Prerequisite: SPAN 110, SPAN 120, SPAN 130, or equivalent level of study in high school. This course is not designed for heritage or native speakers. Offered occasionally Core: CC

SPAN 232 Intermediate Spanish for Healthcare Professionals II (3 SH) SPAN 231-232 is an online, eight-week summer course for healthcare workers that seeks to increase their effectiveness in communicating with Spanish speaking clients and co-workers. This course emphasizes the development of reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills within a medical context. Topics include how to greet patients, brief conversations, preliminary patient information, checking into the hospital, at the pediatrician's office, at the gynecologist's office, and other general health subjects. Students will acquire and use medical vocabulary and forms and structures; explore healthcare issues affecting the Hispanic world; and read about and discuss Hispanic culture. With a conversation assistant and/or classmates, students will record and role-play typical doctor/patient interactions, as well as other medical situations. Prerequisite: SPAN 110, SPAN 120, SPAN 130, or equivalent level of study in high school. This course is not designed for heritage or native speakers. Offered occasionally Core: CC

SPAN 301 The Art of Storytelling (3 SH) This conversational course is an exploration of the art of storytelling. Students will tell, read, and write short stories. We will focus on important decisions authors make regarding how to write a story: the nature of narrative voice, plot details, character development, symbols, and metaphors. Students will examine the structure and themes of short stories authored by Esteban Echeverría, Jorge Luis Borges, Juan Rulfo, Julio Cortázar, Elena Poniatowska, Isabel Allende, and Rosario Ferré (Fall 2024) Note: Spanish is the primary language of instruction for all courses in the 300-and 400- levels. Core: CC, LI

SPAN 302 Flavors of Hispanic Culture (3 SH) This conversational course offers a close understanding of Hispanic culture through a variety of food that mirrors diversity, history, traditions, believes, national and cultural identity, collective memories and taboos. The course covers from ancestral food practices prior to the encounter with the European colonists to contemporary culinary expressions of Hispanic dishes existent in many homes, poetry, novels, movies and songs of the diverse and multifaceted Hispanic kitchen. (Fall 2023) Note: Spanish is the primary language of instruction for all courses in the 300- and 400- levels. Core: CC

SPAN 303 Dictatorships and Social Movements (3 SH) This conversational course explores the dictatorships and social movements surrounding the Mexican Revolution, Cuban Revolution, The Spanish Civil War, and the dictatorships of the Southern Cone, and others. Students will examine the sociohistorical circumstances that lead to dictatorship, characteristics of dictatorships, and the various methods activists took up to denounce them and free their countries from oppression. Through a deep understanding of these histories, students will question the nature of democracy and evaluate the post- dictatorship societies. Note: Spanish is the primary language of instruction for all courses in the 300- and 400- levels. Core: CC, HI

SPAN 310 Advanced Conversations and Readings (3SH) Advanced Conversation and Readings is designed to improve grammatical analysis, increase accuracy, and develop speaking and listening skills as well as students’ knowledge of Hispanic cultures and societies. This course is intended to prepare native and non-native speakers of Spanish for the reading demands and academic language expectations of upper-level SPAN courses through the use of authentic texts and practical exercises. (Offered every 4 years, Fall 2022) Note: Spanish is the primary language of instruction for all courses in the 300-and 400- levels. Core: CC

SPAN 320 Constructing Identities (3 SH) SPAN 320 is one of two critical thinking and composition courses at the 300 level with emphasis on analytical reading and writing skills necessary for upper level coursework. Students will practice journalistic and analytical writing while reading and discussing topics related to love, globalization, and gender. The successful SPAN 320 student will be able to discuss the interaction between the self and environment both in the spoken and written modalities. (Can fulfill a portion of Spanish Ed. Pre-K-12 licensure requirements.) (Fall 2022) Note: Spanish is the primary language of instruction for all courses in the 300- and 400- levels. Core: CC, WI

SPAN 325 The Latino Experience (3 SH) SPAN 325 is one of two critical thinking and composition courses at the 300 level with emphasis on analytical reading and writing skills necessary for upper level coursework. The topic of Critical Thinking and Composition B is The Latino Experience. Students will practice argumentative writing while reading and discussing topics related to Spanishspeaking populations in the United States and the world. The successful SPAN 325 student will be able to discuss the role of voice in identity both in the spoken and written modalities. (Can fulfill a portion of Spanish Ed. Pre-K-12 licensure requirements.) (Fall 2023) Note: Spanish is the primary language of instruction for all courses in the 300- and 400- levels. Core: CC, WI

SPAN 330 Immigration Issues (3 SH) This course combines experiential community learning in the local Latino community with in-depth research and reflection on local, national and global immigration/migration issues. Community-learning combines academic study with concrete service to the community. It engages students in understanding the community in which they work, requires thoughtful reflection on their experiences, and stimulates critical thinking and academic research. Class discussions will focus on readings, documentary films, personal immigrant stories, student service experiences, etc. (Spring 2024) Note: Spanish is the primary language of instruction for all courses in the 300- and 400- levels. Core: CC, CL

SPAN 335 Spanish of the United States (3 SH) This course provides a critical overview of the linguistic practices of Spanish-speaking communities in the United States. The class focuses on the historical migration paths of Honduran, Salvadoran, Guatemalan, and Mexican communities. The main goal is to develop critical and linguistic awareness about the dynamic encounter between Spanish and English in the United States: the shaping of Spanish and English, practices of language use, attitudes, and stereotypes. (Spring 2023) Note: Spanish is the primary language of instruction for all courses in the 300- and 400- levels. Core: CC

SPAN 340 Introduction to Spanish Translation and Interpretation (3 SH) This course provides an introduction to two different professions and skill sets: translation (written translation from Spanish to English and English to Spanish) and interpretation (oral translation from Spanish to English and English to Spanish). Emphasis is on the practice of translating from Spanish to English in a variety of prose styles and working as translation teams. Additionally, students will be introduced to and practice consecutive and simultaneous oral interpretation. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the processes involved in and skills necessary and professional and ethical standards for translation and interpretation. Offered in alternate years. Note: Spanish is the primary language of instruction for all courses in the 300-and 400- levels. Core: CC

SPAN 360 Spanish for Health Care Professionals (3 SH) This course enables students to develop their proficiency in medical Spanish and inter- cultural competence so that they are able to communicate effectively with Spanish-speaking patients or to be a competent patient in a variety of health care situations. Key global health issues and the role of new health technologies are explored in the context of global health challenges and medical ethics as well as the role of national health care systems, international organizations, NGOs, and social movements in promoting health. (Spring 2023) Note: Spanish is the primary language of instruction for all courses in the 300- and 400- levels. Core: CC, CL

SPAN 395 Survey of Hispanic Literature (3 SH) This course offers a panoramic view of Hispanic literature, both from Spain and Latin America, from its origin as a dialect of Latin to the present global language, pointing out its most important stages. The student will develop the necessary tools to read literary texts for analysis. Students will engage with texts produced by the formative voices in the Spanish languages. Texts such as Lazarillo de Tormes, Don Quijote, the works of Borges, Rulfo, Garcia Marquez, Allende, Poniatowska, Garcia Lorca and others will become an important base from which reading and writing strategies, general culture and humanistic values can be learned through the rest of the upper-level SPAN courses. (Offered every 4 years, Spring 2024) Note: Spanish is the primary language of instruction for all courses in the 300- and 400- levels. Core: CC, LI

SPAN 415 Introduction to Spanish Phonetics and Pronunciation (3 SH) Intro to Spanish Phonetics and Pronunciation serves any advanced level Spanish speakers, both heritage speakers and speakers of Spanish as a foreign language, in their desire to gain clarity and accuracy in their own pronunciation. In the course of the semester the students will travel through the phonology of the Spanish language, including the phonetic landscape and minor variations. The course will provide an introduction to transcription, phonology, morphology and syntax in the language as well as provide an overview of linguistic change and brief introduction of geographic variation and will guide students as they hone their own accents in Spanish into a clear and easily understood variation free of influence from other languages. (Can fulfill a portion of Spanish Ed. Pre-K-12 licensure requirements.) (Fall 2024) Note: Spanish is the primary language of instruction for all courses in the 300-and 400- levels. Core: CC

SPAN 425 Indigenous People and Conquest (3 SH) This course first explores the rich history, culture, and sociopolitical structure of the Aztec, Maya, and Inca civilizations prior to the conquest of the Americas. Additionally, this course prepares students to engage in the study of myths surrounding the conquest of the Americas and the role indigenous allies, Africans, and traitors to the Spanish crown played in the conquest and exploration of the New World. This course will also provide students with contemporary cultural knowledge of present-day indigenous culture, transculturation, struggles, and survival in the modern nationstate. (Fall 2023) Note: Spanish is the primary language of instruction for all courses in the 300- and 400- levels. Core: CC, HI

SPAN 435 Hispanic Linguistic Variation and Advanced Grammar (3 SH) Hispanic Linguistic Variation and Advanced Grammar focuses on how Spanish is spoken in different places, how linguists observe such variation, and how recognizing linguistic variation can become a bridge to the individual. Students will be exposed to variations in morphology, phonology, and syntax based on diachronic (historic) variation, diatopic (geographic) variation, diastratic (social) variation, and diaphasic (level of formality) variation. Students will learn historical methods of classifying the variations of Spanish and will be trained to recognize origins of Spanish speakers based on their accents. (Can fulfill a portion of Spanish Ed. Pre-K-12 licensure requirements.) (Offered every 4 years, Fall 2022) Note: Spanish is the primary language of instruction for all courses in the 300- and 400- levels. Core: CC 

SPAN 470 Spanish Internship (1-3 SH) The Professional Internship Program is a cooperative endeavor among upper-level students, the community and the language and literature department. An internship provides an opportunity for students to explore career options and to extend their classroom experiences and learning with both job-related and academic responsibilities. Department approval needed one semester in advance.  This course is graded on a P/F basis. Note: Spanish is the primary language of instruction for all courses in the 300-and 400- levels. Core: CC, CL

SPAN 499 Independent Study (1-3 SH) Advanced work in literature, conversation or composition. Note: Spanish is the primary language of instruction for all courses in the 300-and 400- levels.

SRSEM 460 Business Ethics (3 SH) In this course, the student formulates a philosophy of life, providing the base for such concerns as ethics in business, accountability in government, respect for human rights, and a responsible lifestyle in our contemporary world. With a focus on three basic ethical perspectives - virtue theory, deontological theory, and utilitarianism, ethical theories and personal values are examined through readings, analysis of the workplace, and classroom discussion.

SRSML 450 Issues and Values (3 SH) In this course the student formulates a philosophy of life that provides the basis for professional ethics and accountability, respect for human rights, and a responsible lifestyle in our contemporary world. Ethical theories and personal values are examined through readings, analysis of the workplace, and classroom discussion. Offered through Lancaster

SRSML 460 Business Ethics (3 SH) In this course, the student formulates a philosophy of life, providing the base for such concerns as ethics in business, accountability in government, respect for human rights, and a responsible lifestyle in our contemporary world. With a focus on three basic ethical perspectives - virtue theory, deontological theory, and utilitarianism, ethical theories and personal values are examined through readings, analysis of the workplace, and classroom discussion. Offered through Lancaster

SSC 490 Social Sciences Capstone (2 SH) This course provides a cumulative and integrative experience that ties together key learning objectives with reflections on vocation and career for majors in the Social Sciences. These conversations will be carried out through class presentations, readings, discussions, and interactions with professors as well as guest speakers, field visits, and community engagement.

STAT 120 Descriptive Statistics (2 SH) Displays of data, measures of center and spread, correlation, normal distributions, and interpretation of statistical tests. Spreadsheets will be used throughout the course. Credit will not be given for both this course and STAT 140. Core:

STAT 133 Topics in Statistics (2 SH) The content of this course will vary based on student and faculty interest. Possible topics include nonparametric statistics, data visualization, the statistical programming language R, and a theme-based course on a culturally relevant topic.  Statistical software will likely be a large component of the course, regardless of the topic. Prerequisite: STAT 120 or instructor approval. (Spring 2024)

STAT 140 Elementary Statistics (3 SH) This general education course provides an introduction to descriptive and inferential statistics. Topics include correlation, normal distributions, confidence intervals, and hypothesis testing. Spreadsheets will be introduced and used throughout the course. Credit will not be given for both this course and STAT 120 or STAT 220.  Core: MATH. Offered through Lancaster

STAT 150 Data Visualization (2 SH) This course examines the history, analysis, and creation of data visualizations. Students will learn to critique data visualizations ranging from the simple to the complex, and from the misleading to the powerfully informative. Opportunities to create data visualization will be presented in accordance with each student’s technical skills. CORE: Math

STAT 160 Statistical Methods (3 SH) This is an introduction into the study of statistics.  The goal of the class is to expose the student to basic statistical ideas and concepts.  The emphasis of the class is on statistical logic, recognition of basic statistical methods, and evaluation of statistical research. There will be a minimum of mathematical theory and computation. (intended for LOM students)

STAT 220 Inferential Statistics (2 SH) Normal and binomial distributions, confidence intervals, P-values, correlation, and one- and two-sample hypothesis tests, using statistical software. Prerequisite: STAT 120 or instructor approval. (Students wishing to take STAT 220 who have not taken STAT 120 (or an equivalent course) should work through an EMU-provided module that will acquaint them with means, standard deviation, and the standard normal distribution.) Core: MATH

STAT 230 Regression and ANOVA (2 SH) Linear and multiple regression, logistic regression, one-way and two-way Analysis of Variance, statistical software. Prerequisite: STAT 220. Core: MATH

THEO 201 Introduction to Theology (3 SH) An overview of the role that theological reflection plays in the life of the believer and the church. Students will be exposed to different methods and understandings of theology, major issues in the history of theology, and key contemporary theological issues and debates. Core: CW

THEO 312 Topics in Christian Theology (3 SH) An advanced study of key thinkers and topics in theology in order to more fully develop skills of theological analysis, discussion and presentation. Students gain an appreciation of the role of theology within the life of the church to become better prepared for a role in the church's theological task. Provides an intensive setting for reflection on theological understandings and inter-disciplinary conversation with theology. Core: CW

THEO 323 Biblical Theology of Peace and Justice (3 SH) In this course, students study biblical materials relating to peace and justice. Aspects of the study are the Old Testament's vision of creation, fall, deliverance, covenant, law, and prophetic critique; the New Testament's portrayal of Jesus, the One who fulfills the Old Testament prophetic vision—bringing salvation and establishing a community of justice and peace; the early church's interpretation of Jesus; and consideration of how the biblical vision of peace and justice applies to our modern world. Core: ABP

THEO 412 Liberation Theologies (3 SH) Liberation theology names the effort to understand and interpret the gospel through conscious and reflective deliberation within experiences of injustice, inequality, violence, and oppression. This course will explore some of the various expressions that have arisen under the banner of liberation, such as Black theology, feminist theology, queer theology, and theology in the face of empire. (Fall 2023) Core: CW

THEO 499 Independent Study (1-3 SH)

THR 100 Acting for the Stage and Screen (2 SH) This course helps students of all disciplines unleash their creativity as they explore the fundamentals of acting for theater and cinema. Students will gain skills in speaking and textual analysis as they learn to connect with their bodies. This class will also make students more informed audience members of plays and films. Core: CA

THR 200 Survey of World Theater History (2 SH) This course covers major movements in world theater history, beginning with the Greeks and ending with contemporary experimental performance. Students will read plays and theoretical texts and watch films so that they gain a full understanding of the intersection of text, theory, and performance spectacle in world theatre styles. Much emphasis will be placed on non-Western performance styles. Core: HI, LI

THR 210 Technical Theater (2 SH) This course covers basic stagecraft and design. It includes hands on experience in rendering, model-building, and drafting that will allow students to realize their own creative design. Students may also contribute to the design and construction of public performances at EMU. Core: CA

THR 230-235 Topics in Theater (2 SH) Various theater topics are offered depending upon student interest and faculty availability. Recurring topics courses are in technical theater and other areas of specialization that provide students with a broad understanding of the discipline. Core: CA

THR 230 Topics in Theater-Solo Performance (2 SH) This course is a vital part of the contemporary theater scene and an excellent way for artists to acquire various acting, directing, technical, and creative writing skills that will aid them in the development of original work in non-traditional and traditional theater settings. Through intensive creative writing exercises, self-reflection, dramaturgical research, and performance practice, students will mine their own stories and the stories of others in order to craft original solo performance pieces. The writing process will be particularly emphasized through the submission of various written assignments and drafts of the final performance scripts. The scripts will also be workshopped with peers. The student's work will culminate in a performance showcase, and their work may be further developed to be shared in more public formats. Students will also engage with a variety of solo performance works, i.e. texts and live performances, from the 20th and 21st centuries and use them as inspiration for their own solo performance pieces. (THR 361; students should take THR 361 to receive WI credit) (Fall 2022)

THR 231 Topics in Theater-Musical Theater (2 SH) Integrating practice with history and theory, this course examines the use of music in theater from the advent of opera in Renaissance Italy to the American Broadway musical. Students will perform songs and engage with dance/movement as they learn to become better performers and more informed audience members. Students with all levels of experience from absolute beginner to seasoned performer are welcome! (CMUS 205) Offered in alternate years Core: CA

THR 232 Topics in Theater-Yoga and Movement (2 SH) Students will learn basic to advanced yoga poses as they become more physically fit and aware of their bodies. Students from all academic disciplines are welcome! Offered in alternate years Core: CA

THR 233 Topics in Theater-Dance and Movement (1 SH) The Dance and Movement course offers class instruction designed to acquaint students with basic movement techniques and provides an introductory overview of various styles of dance.

THR 234 Topics in Theater-Summer Musical Theater Program (2 SH) Students will take classes in acting, dance, voice, and technical theater (costume, set, and lighting). The program columinates in a production of a major musical. (Summer 2022)

THR 281 Acting Practicum (1-3 SH) Students may earn 1 credit per 40 hours of work on an EMU theater production. A total of 3 credit hours may be earned in one semester.

THR 300 Directing for the Theater (2 SH) Students learn basic principles of stage direction and apply them in production-oriented settings. This course may culminate in the direction of original student work, including short plays developed in the Playwriting course or devised/movement pieces. These may be performed publicly. Core: CA

THR 350 Technical Theater Practicum (1-3 SH) Students may earn 1 credit per 40 hours of work on an EMU theater production. A total of 3 credit hours may be earned in one semester. Practicum credits may be earned.

THR 351 Stage Management Practicum (1-3 SH) Students may earn 1 credit per 40 hours of work on an EMU theater production. A total of 3 credit hours may be earned in one semester. 

THR 352 Assistant Directing (1-3 SH) Students may earn 1 credit per 40 hours of work on an EMU theater production. A total of 3 credit hours may be earned in one semester. 

THR 353 Dramaturgy (1-3 SH) Students may earn 1 credit per 40 hours of work on an EMU theater production. A total of 3 credit hours may be earned in one semester.

THR 360 Playwriting (2 SH) Through various writing exercises and play readings, students work towards crafting original short plays. Much emphasis is placed on helping students collaborate with actors as they workshop their plays/screenplays. Some plays may be selected for a showcase of new student plays during the academic year. Core: CA, WI

THR 361 Screenwriting (2 SH) Through various writing exercises and film viewings, students work towards crafting original short screenplays. Much emphasis is placed on helping students collaborate with actors as they workshop their screenplays. Students may also collaborate with VACA students on the development of narrative films or choose to created films based on their own screenplays through the VACA course entitled Visual Storytelling: Fiction. Offered in alternate years Core: CA, WI

THR 499 Independent Study (1-3 SH)

VACA 112 Digital Photography (3 SH)

VACA 112 is an introduction to photography using the digital format.  The emphasis will be on composition, artistic personal expression and the use of new media technology.  Aesthetics and the creative process begin the class.  Understanding fundamental photography issues, light, composition, camera operation, and digital editing are covered.  Photographing people, communicating an idea, and design assignments are explored.  Core: CA

VACA 121 Drawing (4 SH) This course is designed to develop confidence in drawing and build basic drawing and perceptual skills. A variety of drawing media, techniques and conceptual approaches will be used. Core: CA

VACA 131 Three Dimensional Design (4 SH) Three-Dimensional Design develops a fundamental understanding of a variety of techniques, processes, and styles in three-dimensional media. Students will be challenged to become thoughtful of formal and conceptual concerns in art, while investigating the technical aspects of three-dimensional design. Students will gain practical experience by using various materials as well as by employing compositional and conceptual theories to create sculptures. (Fall 2022) Core: CA

VACA 141 Foundations of Design (4 SH) This foundational class for Visual and Communication Arts emphasizes visual skills and creative problem-solving related to principles of design in two-dimensional art. Students explore the elements of composition and color theory through hands-on studio work and digital design tools. Core: CA

VACA 142 Graphic Design I (2 SH) Using a process approach, students will learn to utilize Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign as they pertain to contemporary graphic design. The class will explore the relationship between image, typography and other visual elements in order to learn the basics of good design.

VACA 151 Photography I (2 SH) This hands-on course introduces students to digital imaging processes that include camera acquisition, digital image correction, and output. Students gain foundational skills in photographic composition and digital image manipulation as well as a basic understanding of how digital images may be employed in digital media and art production. Core: CA

VACA 221 Watercolor Painting (3 SH) This course provides an introduction to watercolor for beginning painters and those interested in adding color drawings and sketches. This course covers a variety of techniques including washes, wet-in-wet, wet-on-dry, monotypes, penand-ink with color tinting. Students will also have opportunity for skill development following demonstrations with guided and independent practice. When the weather is especially lovely we'll move the classroom outside and enjoy plein air painting. Offered summers only. Core: CA

VACA 222 Painting (4 SH) An introduction to painting in water-mixable oil or acrylic media. This course is designed to develop confidence in painting along with basic techniques and perceptual skills. A variety of approaches are used. Core: CA

VACA 232 Ceramics (4 SH) Ceramics is a comprehensive course designed to explore a variety of techniques and processes in clay. Sculptural and functional pieces will be created using both hand building and wheel techniques. Students will be challenged to become proficient in creating work, glazing, and will learn about firing processes. Core: CA

VACA 242 Graphic Design II-Digital Layout (2 SH) Using the creative process approach, students will work with typography and imagery in order to create effective layout solutions for print and digital media. Focus will be on Adobe InDesign and how it works in conjunction with Illustrator and Photoshop. Prerequisite: VACA 142.

VACA 243 Graphic Design III-Illustration and Drawing (2 SH) The focus will be on Adobe Illustrator and the use of the its tools to create digital illustrations and logo design. The emphasis will be on technical and creative process in order to provide a final visual solution. Prerequisite: VACA 142.

VACA 252 Photography II (4 SH) Explore digital darkroom work and the technical, historical, and philosophical foundations of photography. Topics include image capture, color theory, image correction and interpretation, color management, digital output methods, archival printing, and contemporary practices and theory related to color and monochrome photography. Students learn how to create professional lighting setups in relation to multiple photographic genres. Prerequisite: VACA 151.

VACA 262 Video Production (4 SH) This course is a practical hands-on introduction to the video camera and to non-linear editing. It covers operation of the camera, basic lighting and sound, camera movement and support. Issues of composition, content, aesthetics, continuity and creativity will be explored with exercises, labs and real-life shooting. The non-linear video editing will cover both technical and philosophical issues of editing. Productions will introduce both fiction and non-fiction forms. Prerequisite: VACA 151 or equivalent. Core: CL

VACA 263 Audio Production (2 SH) In this course students produce a variety of short and long form audio productions, from promotional spots to news features as well as music performances and audio portraits. Students will work with digital software editing programs to produce works utilizing a variety of recording and processing techniques. Course sections include psychoacoustics (sound and how we hear it), the production process (from idea to finished product), microphones (types and uses), live recording, audio processing and effects, editing, and numerous projects with a variety of applications. Students should consider taking this course while enrolled in VACA 262. (Spring 2024)

VACA 283 Art History-Western (4 SH) An overview of important factual and conceptual elements of visual art and history spanning over thirty thousand years. The course covers aesthetic objects separately as works of art and examines religious, social, political, and philosophical concepts in historical and cultural contexts. (Fall 2022) Core: WI

VACA 323 Printmaking and Watercolor (4 SH) Relief printmaking is an ancient form favored by contemporary artists in which images are printed on paper from wood and other materials. Screen printing is a newer process in which ink is forced through fabric onto paper and other materials. These processes are used to develop rich, colorful prints with an emphasis on visual ideas and technique. An introduction to watercolor covers a variety of techniques including washes, wet-in-wet, wet- on-dry, mono-types, penand-ink with color tinting. Students will also have opportunity for skill development following demonstrations with guided and independent practice. When the weather is especially lovely, we'll move the classroom outside and enjoy painting en plein air. (Fall 2022) Core: CA

VACA 332 Intermediate Ceramics (2 SH) Building on the foundation of ceramics, students are challenged to expand their vocabulary of ceramic form and function. Hand building and wheel throwing techniques will be explored for both vessel and sculptural work. Technical understanding of surface treatments, firing techniques, glaze formulation, and ceramic processes are emphasized as tools used toward formal and conceptual success. Students have the opportunity to pursue more individual concerns in tandem with class directed assignments. In conjunction with increased technical proficiency, students will expand critical awareness through the investigation of conceptual, historical and contemporary art issues, ultimately increasing professionalism and the development of a personal aesthetic. Prerequisite: VACA 232.

VACA 335 Installation and Experimental Media (4 SH) In this course students will explore how installation and experimental art immerses the viewer in a multi-sensory experience. Through both traditional and nontraditional media such as photography, video, painting, ceramics, sculpture, etc., students will explore the impact of materials and techniques on form, content and the expressive possibilities of various materials on a space. Through experimentation, boundaries of traditional art practices will be challenged to transform the perception of space. (Spring 2024)

VACA 344 Web Design and Social Media (4 SH) This class explores Web design and social media applications as they relate to expression and organizational communication. Students will construct web sites using both HTML coding and contemporary Web design software. Social media applications will be integrated in a holistic way as part of an overall communications strategy. Prerequisite: VACA 141 or equivalent.

VACA 345 Advanced Photoshop (4 SH) Students will study advanced Photoshop techniques with special emphasis on masking and compositing photographs. Students will practice layering, digital effects, and photo repair as well as investigating imaging in a theoretical and philosophical context. Prerequisites: VACA 151 and VACA 252.

VACA 353 Alternative Photo Processes (4 SH) Students will experiment with alternative acquisition and printing processes. Acquisition methods will cover pinhole, panoramic, HDR, legacy lens, and infrared processes. The history of photographic methods will be studied. The genre of landscape will be explored with several of the techniques. Students will print on alternative forms such as art and Japanese papers, metal surfaces, canvas, and other media forms. Prerequisites: VACA 151 and VACA 252. (Fall 2023) 

VACA 354 Conservation Photography (4 SH) Explores the intersection of photography and environmental conservation. Topics include aesthetic responses to the natural world, visual documentation of ecosystems, conservation advocacy and the relationship between human communities and the natural world. Students work in small groups on a semester-long documentation/storytelling project in conjunction with a partner organization. Prerequisite: VACA 151. (Fall 2022) Core: CL

VACA 364 Motion Graphics/After Effects (2 SH) Explores the art and communication of merging video, the graphic arts and text into messages with multiple layers of meaning and artistic interest. Students will become adept at compositing; moving video, still images, text and line art. Layered Photoshop files will be animated into finished video. The primary forms studied for this class will be opening and closing logos, advertising, visual music and short form 2-D animated storytelling. Students should schedule this class in the same semester at taking one of the Visual Storytelling classes. Prerequisites: VACA 151 or equivalent and VACA 262 or faculty approval. (Fall 2023)

VACA 367 Hybrid Storytelling (4 SH) Using photography, audio creation and video production as building blocks, students will construct narrative presentations. These narratives will be constructed for multiple distribution methods including: print, epubs, online magazines, and mixed-media forms. Students will also consider possible feedback and interaction methods like blogging and other social media. Students will study storytelling, narrative construction, research and interview techniques, the history of photographic journalism, technical skills and the expanding uses of the image. Students will practice this form while paying attention to the technical, aesthetic, philosophic and ethical issues involved. This course should be taken in the junior or senior year as a lead-in to VACA 481 Senior Thesis. Prerequisite: VACA 151. (Fall 2023) Core: CL

VACA 381 Cinema and Visual Theory (2 SH) Movies will be the foundation for exploring how these texts, with their narrative and visual formulas, influence culture. Special emphasis will be given to critiques in the areas of gender, race and violence. Select theorists of visual communication will give students a broad theoretical base to continue the exploration of other digital media with their mixture of photograph, kinetic text, sound and time-based media. Students will also explore how these theories and the formal properties of digital media function in their own artistic works.

VACA 382 Contemporary Art (2 SH) Contemporary Art emphasizes the interpretation of artistic production within its historical, political, social, cultural, and theoretical contexts from recent history to the present. Issues may include: the meaning of originality in art, the relationship of art and mass culture, how the institutional framework for viewing art can influence or determine meaning, the rejection of studio–based art, and art as it confronts the issues of the day.

VACA 384 Art History-World (2 SH) This course uses a thematic approach to the history and appreciation of art outside the Western mainstream. Art is presented as illustrative, laying the foundation for understanding the context and aesthetics of art from non-Western perspectives. (Spring 2023)

VACA 397 Elementary School Art Methods (2-3 SH) A study of the aims and philosophy of art education in the elementary school with emphasis on child development through art. Students will experience art techniques and materials suitable for children from Pre-K through grade 6 with emphasis on appropriate motivational and teaching methods. Topics to be covered may include: the role of art in society and in the schools; fundamentals of art; sequential and discipline based art curricula; teaching strategies; art motivation; art integration with the sciences, social studies, and cultural understandings; evaluation; teaching art history, criticism and aesthetics; writing instructional objectives and lesson plans; and teaching art production. For art education majors a 20-hour practicum in the elementary setting is a component of the course. Admission to teacher education may be a prerequisite. A two-credit option without a practicum is available for students who are not pursuing Art Education. (Spring 2024) Core: CA, CL

VACA 398 Secondary School Art Methods (3 SH) A study of the aims and philosophy of art education at the secondary school level. Secondary School Art Methods will include advanced studies of curriculum and lesson design and integration; classroom organization and management techniques; delivery of art courses as electives; teaching art history, aesthetics, and evaluation; teaching art production appropriate to the adolescent; and the function of art in the schools and community. Students will understand contemporary issues in art education by examining research history and philosophy of art education. The relationships between developments in education as a whole and art education will be explored as well as adolescent creative learning styles and development. A 20-hour practicum in a secondary art setting is a component of the course. Admission to teacher education may be a prerequisite. (Fall 2022) Core: CL

VACA 432 Advanced Ceramics I (2 SH) In Advanced Ceramics 1, students will balance assignments designed to develop technical skills, while developing projects that explore personal style. Research and experimentation from an array of materials and processes such as wheel and hand building methods, unique firing processes, glaze chemistry, and clay body foundation will be used toward formal and conceptual success. In conjunction with increased technical proficiency, students will investigate conceptual, historical, and contemporary art issues to increase professionalism, develop a personal aesthetic, and create artwork that is suitable for exhibition. Prerequisite: VACA 332.

VACA 434 Advanced Drawing (2 SH) Further development of drawing techniques, visual processes and experimental approaches. The capacity to change one's perspective and habits and an openness to taking risks are encouraged. This course is for students who want to explore drawing in its own right, strengthen work in other media through enhanced drawing skills or connect drawing with other arts or disciplines. Advanced investigation into physical, intellectual and emotional aspects of drawing. Content development, individual direction and creative voice are stressed along with further development of drawing skills. This course should be taken in the junior or senior year as a lead-in to VACA 481 Senior Thesis. Prerequisite: VACA 121.

VACA 435 Advanced Painting (2 SH) Further development of techniques and visual strategies using oil and acrylic media. The capacity to change one's perspective and habits and an openness to taking risks are encouraged to understand the various ways artists approach structure and meaning in painting. Advanced investigation into physical, intellectual and emotional aspects of paining. Content development, individual direction and creative voice are stressed along with further development of painting skills. This course should be taken in the junior or senior year as a lead-in to VACA 481 Senior Thesis. This course should be taken in the junior or senior year as a lead-in to VACA 481 Senior Thesis.  Prerequisite: VACA 222.

VACA 442 Advanced Ceramics II (2 SH) In Advanced Ceramics 2, students will develop a body of work suitable for exhibition. Research and experimentation from an array of materials and processes such as wheel and hand building methods, unique firing processes, glaze chemistry, and clay body foundation will be used toward formal and conceptual success. In conjunction with increased technical proficiency, students will investigate conceptual, historical, and contemporary art issues to increase professionalism and develop a personal aesthetic. This course should be taken in the junior or senior year as a lead-in to VACA 481 Senior Thesis. Prerequisite: VACA 432.

VACA 450 Junior/Senior Photography Portfolio (2 SH) This capstone photography class offers the opportunity for students to develop an artistic and vocational vision. Students will create a coherent body of work for print/web display and will investigate career options related to photography. Photography majors (and others who plan to exhibit) should take Junior/Senior Photography Portfolio in the fall semester of the last full year they are on campus. They should plan to take VACA 481 Senior Thesis the next semester (where they will exhibit and write about the work they developed in portfolio class). Prerequisites: VACA 151 and VACA 252. (Fall 2023)

VACA 465 Visual Storytelling-Nonfiction (4 SH) Students will study how video documentaries are constructed and used to communicate. They will research, design and produce a documentary video on a selected subject. Students will take HUM 200 the semester before this class to do background research for the project. Prerequisite: VACA 262. (Spring 2023) Core: CL

VACA 466 Visual Storytelling-Fiction (4 SH) Students will study the narrative structure of video story-telling and the process of narrative video production. They will work at creating a variety of short form narratives and will complete independent projects from pre-production to postproduction. Scripts for this class will be created in THR 361 which should be taken the semester prior to this class. Prerequisite: VACA 262. (Spring 2024)

VACA 491 Internship (1-4 SH) Provides students with an opportunity to integrate theory and practice by working in a professional art/media/design-related environment. Consultation with and reporting to the faculty advisor guide the student's experience. Travel and other expenses are the student's responsibility. Can be done during the summer. Grading is on a Pass/Fail basis. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. Core: CL VACA 481 Senior Thesis (2 SH) This course explore professional practices related to preparation and installation of the major senior exhibit as well as development of a thesis paper. Students take this class in conjunction with a capstone course in their major.

VACA 499 Independent Study (1-4 SH)

WCSC 285 Internship Theory and Practice (1 SH) Through readings, analytical reflection, journals, and guest speakers, students will explore multiple dimensions of service internships in Washington, D.C. Core: CC, CL, WCSC

WCSC 325 Career and Vocation (2 SH) This course supports and builds on the WCSC internship experience. Together, students discuss goals and orienting values for their careers and vocational identities, engage with guest speakers who share about their own career trajectories, and build nuts-and-bolts professional development skills, including conducting an informational interview and developing a cover letter and resume. This course is required for all students enrolled in the WCSC summer program. Core: CC, CL, WCSC

WCSC 380 WCSC Internship (5 SH) WCSC faculty and staff work with students to place them in community service internships that meet the student's career goals and vocational aspirations. Most WCSC interns are placed in culturally diverse settings with organizations working to address racism, injustice, violence and other social problems. We can place students from any major, including the sciences, the arts, and professional programs. Please refer to our website for recent internship placements: www.emu.edu/wcsc/internships. Offered in the summer Core: CC, WCSC

WCSC 385 WCSC Internship (6 SH) WCSC faculty and staff work with all students, regardless of their major, to place them in community service internships that meet the student's career goals and vocational aspirations. Most WCSC interns are placed in culturally diverse settings with organizations working to address racism, injustice, violence and other social problems. See the WCSC webpage for recent internship placements: www.emu.edu/wcsc/internships. Offered in the fall and spring semesters Core: CC, WCSC

WCSC 485 Servant Leadership (2 SH) How are leaders made? In these critical times, what kinds of leaders does our society need? How is leadership best practiced? College students, at the cusp of adulthood in American society, stand at many crossroads. Life-altering decisions, vocational choices, questions about how and whom to serve can stimulate or, conversely, inhibit creativity, a willingness to engage in the serious issues of our day, and a commitment to serve others. This course will be taught in tandem with WCSC 285 and explores the many dimensions of servant leadership, starting first with traditional definitions and moving into frameworks of gender and race before engaging with the great non-violent servant leaders of the twentieth century. Throughout the class we will talk with local servant leaders in the D.C. area. (Will satisfy CORE 401 Core Senior Seminar for students who have earned 90 SH prior to enrollment in WCSC) Core: CC, WCSC, SrSem

WRIT 110 Preparation for College Writing (3 SH) The study and practice of academic modes of written communication accepted in American universities for students whose native language is not English. Through this course, students gain fluency in essay-writing, critical reading skills, improved grammatical accuracy, training in editing and orientation to research tools. This course does not satisfy the EMU Core writing requirement. A grade of C- or better must be achieved in the course as a prerequisite for enrollment in WRIT 125 or 135. Upon completion of the course, instructor evaluation will indicate one of the following: 1) the student must enroll in WRIT 135 to satisfy the writing requirement; 2) the student must enroll in WRIT 125 to achieve proficiency required before enrolling in WRIT 135; 3) the student must re-enroll in WRIT 110. (Offered as needed.)

WRIT 125 College Writing I (3 SH) This writing course focuses on reading and writing assignments in the various discourse communities required in college. This course develops skills for success in writing in college: elaboration, using and integrating sources, and developing a portfolio of polished prose. A grade of C- or better must be achieved in the course as a prerequisite for enrollment in WRIT 135. Upon successful completion of the course, students will enroll in WRIT 135 College Writing II in order to complete EMU Core writing requirements.

WRIT 135 College Writing II (3 SH) This first-year course develops academic reading, thinking, and writing skills in various discourse communities while supporting students in their transition to EMU. Includes a research project with particular attention to analysis and synthesis. Satisfies EMU Core college writing requirement.

WRIT 140 Advanced College Writing (3 SH) Extensive practice in interdisciplinary argument and rhetorical analysis for students who already demonstrate strong reading and writing skills. This workshop-based class helps students develop sophisticated research strategies, evaluate popular and scholarly sources and their arguments, synthesize material to advance knowledge, and communicate effectively in essays, discussions, and an oral presentation. Satisfies EMU Core college writing requirement.

WRIT 150 Speech-Exploring Voice in Vocation (2 SH) Students develop compassionate listening and speech communication skills while exploring a calling within a discipline. This course is ideally taken in the spring semester of the first year. Prerequisite: WRIT 130, WRIT 140, or CORE 120. 

WRIT 160 Public Communication (3 SH) This course addresses the principles and practices of effective oral communication. The course emphasizes rhetorical approaches for message design, presentation planning, arrangement, and delivery that are useful across settings. Students will learn to manage cross-cultural communication for effective business and workplace relations. Students will receive feedback from groups and one-on-one. Prerequisite: WRIT 130 or WRIT 140. Offered through Lancaster

WRIT 200 Introduction to Creative Writing (3 SH) This four-genre course allows students to read, write, workshop and revise flash fiction, memoir, poetry, and dramatic scenes. Team taught or with frequent visits from various writing and literature faculty. Prerequisite: WRIT 130 or its equivalent. Core: CA, WI

WRIT 210 News and Feature Writing (3 SH) Workshop for magazine and newspaper writing: generating story ideas; interviewing; observing; fact-checking; researching and drafting news stories, features, book reviews, editorials; and writing for public relations. Prerequisite: WRIT 130 or WRIT 140 Core: WI

WRIT 340 Student Kairos Place (1 SH) Credit available (but not required) for participation in EMU's Student Kairos Place. Full participation in the event, completion of a significant writing or revision project, and payment of course fee expected. Acceptance to program by faculty recommendation and application only.

WRIT 351 Fiction Writing Workshop (3 SH) A workshop on the craft of fiction-writing in the short story form. The course focuses in writing process and revision; explores varieties of characterization, setting, plot and structure, point of view, voice, theme, and figurative language. Reading assignments, writing exercises, and extensive short story workshops culminate in polished prose that may be appropriate for publication or graduate school application. Prerequisite: WRIT 130 or WRIT 140. Open to sophomores and above. (Spring 2024) Core: CA, WI

WRIT 352 Creative Nonfiction Workshop (3 SH) A workshop on the craft of creative nonfiction writing. The course focuses on the writing process and revision and explores elements of the genre's craft. Reading assignments, writing exercises, and intensive group workshops culminate in a portfolio of polished prose that may be appropriate for publication or graduate school application. Special topics such as Food Writing, Nature Writing, and Spiritual Life Writing may be offered according to student demand. Prerequisite: WRIT 130 or WRIT 140. Open to sophomores and above. (Spring 2023) Core: CA, WI

WRIT 390 Literary Arts Journal-Phoenix (1 SH)

Credit received for serving on the editorial team for the student literary arts journal. Detailed timesheet and reflective paper required. Students may receive 1 SH per semester and may take the course multiple times.

WRIT 391 Editing and Publishing-Weather Vane (1-3 SH)

Credit given for writing, editing, photography, and other production work for the student- run university newspaper. Student are encouraged to have prior school newspaper experience or have taken news writing or photography courses at EMU. Students should enroll for one credit per semester, except in the case of editors serving on the Weather Vane.

WRIT 400 Senior Thesis (3 SH)

Senior writing majors work with a faculty advisor to envision and create a significant work in a single genre. A reflective introduction explores the writer's developing style and influences. The work may be a chapbook of poems, a collection of short stories, a novella, a full-length play, or a scholarly paper produced in conjunction with a second major (in addition to or as an extended version of that major's capstone requirements). Seniors may share from their work in an end-of-semester reading, possibly as part of the Writers Read series.

WRIT 421 Advanced Fiction Workshop (3 SH) Students will write new material to be workshopped, fully participating in peer critique, and working with the professor to read and respond to new material focused on a specialized area of their choice in fiction writing. Workshop pieces should be written within the scope of, or as a response to, this specialized area. In addition, students will write a critical essay about this specialized area, 1200 words, MLA documentation style, placing their own work in the context of their chosen readings and noting how their work responds to the published work in both craft and content. Prerequisite WRIT 351. Meets with WRIT 351. By permission of instructor only. (Spring 2024)

WRIT 422 Advanced Creative Nonfiction Workshop (3 SH) Students will write new material to be workshopped, fully participating in peer critique, and working with the professor to read and respond to new material focused on a specialized area of their choice in creative nonfiction writing. Workshop pieces should be written within the scope of, or as a response to, this specialized area. In addition, students will write a critical essay about this specialized area, 1200 words, MLA documentation style, placing their own work in the context of their chosen readings and noting how their work responds to the published work in both craft and content. Prerequisite WRIT 352. Meets with WRIT 352. By permission of instructor only. (Spring 2023)

WRIT 423 Advanced Poetry Workshop (3 SH) Students will write new material to be workshopped, fully participating in peer critique, and working with the professor to read and respond to new material focused on a specialized area of their choice in poetry writing. Workshop pieces should be written within the scope of, or as a response to, this specialized area. In addition, students will write a critical essay about this specialized area, 1200 words, MLA documentation style, placing their own work in the context of their chosen readings and noting how their work responds to the published work in both craft and content. Prerequisite WRIT 370. Meets with WRIT 370. By permission of instructor only. (Fall 2022)

WRIT 470 Writing Internship (1-3 SH) The Professional Internship Program is a cooperative endeavor among upper-level students, the community, and the language and literature department. An internship provides an opportunity for students to explore career options and to extend their classroom experiences and learning with both job-related and academic responsibilities. Department approval required one semester in advance. This course is graded on a P/F basis.  Core: CL

WRIT 499 Independent Study (1-3 SH)

SOWK 101 Exploring Social Work (3 SH) This entry-level course introduces the core competencies, skills, ethics and values necessary for generalist social work practice in contemporary society. Services, policies and practices are presented along with the unique experiences of marginalized populations affected by various social problems. Students participate in human service agency visits and engage in a 20-hour community learning volunteer experience. Core: CL

SOWK 200 Social Behavior and Diversity (3 SH) Social work has historically used the idea of person-in-environment and has developed a multidimensional understanding of human behavior inclusive of human diversity related to gender, class, race and ethnicity, culture, sexual orientation, and disability. This course follows a multidimensional approach highlighting case studies and focusing on biological, psychological, social, and spiritual dimensions of persons; as well as multiple contextual dimensions of environment including physical, cultural, social structural, family, small group, organizational, community, and social movement. Core: SB

SOWK 210 Social Stratification (3 SH) This course on human behavior in the social environment focuses on theories of social stratification and inequality. Students will explore various interpretations of the causes and consequences of inequality within the United States. Enrollment priority given to Applied Social Sciences majors (social work, sociology, peacebuilding, sustainability, global studies). (SOC 210) Core: SB

SOWK 220 History and Philosophy of Social Welfare (3 SH) This course explores the historical roots of social welfare and the development of social welfare philosophy and policy in the United States through a historical overview of society's helping process toward diverse populations-at risk. This course describes and critiques historical and current social welfare organizations - their policies, programs, and services. Attention is given to developing professional values to undergird the helping process. Recommended prerequisite: SOWK 101

SOWK 310 Social Work Practice I (3 SH) This course focuses on common models and theoretical frameworks that guide direct social work practice, client assessment and intervention. The course provides structured practice of the fundamental interpersonal skills required for effective social work practice teaching interviewing skills, critical thinking about interview processes, and the stages of the social work helping process (from intake through termination). Students will learn strength-based client assessment, apply social work ethical principles to learning exercises and real or simulated case situations that evolve their understanding of professional social work roles and responsibilities. Restricted to students who have formally declared their social work major with the registrar's office. Prerequisites: SOWK 101, SOWK 200 or PSYC 202

SOWK 330 Social Policy Analysis (3 SH) This course provides an overview of social welfare policy (including social insurance, public welfare, and social services) in the global context. Generalist social work practitioners need to understand how global, national, state, and local policies affect the delivery of human services, and the importance of social work advocacy both on behalf of vulnerable populations, and the organizations and programs that address human social problems. Students engage in research, analysis and critique of a national or state level social problem and its historic and contemporary social welfare policy responses. This course builds on content introduced in SOWK 220 Social Welfare History and Philosophy. Core: WI

SOWK 360 Race and Gender (3 SH) This course focuses on the systemic nature of racism and sexism in the United States. Students will explore the social patterns and history that shaped these realities. And they will look at how class, poverty, age, education, power, and other elements contribute to social inequality related to race and gender. Students will develop conceptual tools that lead to informed, reflective and transformative interpersonal and institutional practices and policies. Prerequisite: SOC 101, SOC 201 or PSYC 101. Core: CC

SOWK 400 Social Work Practice II (3 SH) Social Work Practice II highlights Strengths-Based and Trauma Informed Approaches to generalist practice at the Mezzo level. Students learn a working model for knowing and doing in social work practice oriented around common challenges of living including: poverty, violence, child maltreatment, trauma, substance abuse, and depression. Activities and assignments provide opportunities for students to use direct interaction skills with groups, and to enhance writing and research skills in a collaborative task group. Skill development includes effective communication, professional boundary setting, collecting and assessing information, documentation, and maintaining professional values and ethical standards. Restricted to social work majors accepted into the social work program. Prerequisite: SOWK 310. Core: WI

SOWK 410 Social Work Practice III (3 SH) Social Work Practice III focuses on social work macro practice at the group, community, and organizational levels. Practice III builds on generalist social work practice introduced in Practice I (Micro), Practice II (Mezzo), and policy practice introduced Social Policy Analysis. Course texts present holistic approaches to practice encompassing mind, body, spirit, and environment. Sustainability at the macro level as well as the personal-professional level is a thematic emphasis of the course. Students observe and evaluate ideas regarding communities, leadership of agencies and organizations, advocacy and interagency collaboration, and enhance self-understanding for practice in preparation for professional BSW macro roles and responsibilities. Restricted to social work majors accepted into the social work program. Prerequisite: SOWK 310.

SOWK 420 Topics in Social Work (3 SH) A Topics in Social Work course is an upper level elective course from any department chosen to deepen understanding of a topic relevant to social work practice or a special population of interest. Students are encouraged to work with their advisor to choose a course that furthers the student's unique interests and professional use of self for practice. The following courses are pre-approved social work topics courses: PSYC 331 Abnormal Psychology, PSYC 391 Introduction to Counseling, PXD 341 Mediation and Facilitation, PXD 331 Restorative Justice and Trauma Awareness, PXD 451 Program Evaluation through Qualitative Methods, PXD 335 Understanding Violent Conflict, PXD 375 Globalization and Justice, SOC 330 Family in the Social Context, SOC 360 Criminology, SOC 334 Cultural Anthropology, and CCSSC 387 The Urban Landscape.

SOWK 430 Senior Practicum in Social Work (12 SH) The senior practicum is a semester-long, capstone experience for the social work major. Students complete a 430-hour placement in an approved organizational setting. The practicum is designed to provide students with opportunities to integrate and apply social work knowledge, values, and skills in real practice situations in a purposeful, intentional, and professional manner to promote human and community well-being. The student performs social work roles and responsibilities similar to those of a new staff member logging between 30-32 hours a week. Students are expected to engage in beginning generalist social work practice with attention to implementation of the nine CSWE core competencies for social work practice. The practicum seminar class, taken concurrently with practicum, assists students with further application and integration of social work knowledge, values, skills, and integration of cognitive and affective responses to practicum experiences as identified by the nine CSWE core competencies. Core: CL

SOWK 499 Independent Study (3 SH) SOWK 441 Leadership Practicum (1 SH) Students gain leadership experience through leading program efforts in a variety of areas on campus and within the community. They reflect on leadership styles and analyze their own methods of communication and leadership through direct immersion. By permission only.

SOC 499 Independent Study (1-3 SH) SOC 470 Community Organizing and Nonviolent Mobilization for Social Change (3 SH) This course is an introduction to the history, theories, and tactics of community organizing in the United States since the early 20th century. Community organizing is fundamentally a project of power building within and among groups of people marginalized from existing power structures. In this class, we begin by asking what community is and how power functions and proceed to learn about issues, tactics, and campaigns that have been used in fights for local change over the past century and continue to be used today. We work to understand how local concerns and campaigns to address them are situated within larger structures of power and inequality. (PAX 570)

SOC 442 Teaching of Sociology (1-3 SH) Students interested in mentored teaching practice have the opportunity through this class to cultivate professional skills and to deepen understanding of discipline-specific content. Students can earn credit by serving as teaching assistants for SOC 101 or PXD 151. Enrollment is limited to majors or minors in the department. Prerequisite: junior/ senior status by permission only.

SOC 430 Environmental Justice (3 SH) This course provides an examination of structural patterns of injustice around environmental harms and benefits.  We examine the history and construction of environmental problems and paradigms and the development of an environmental justice discourse brought about through social movements.  Through selected case studies we explore an array of issues, including climate justice, electronic waste trade, water rights, urban greenspace, “natural” disaster, internal colonialism, and war.  The course is designed to complement and enrich students’ studies in a host of fields, including public health, urban planning, public administration, community organizing, humanitarian aid, engineering, and law.  Prioritized enrollment is given to students completing the environmental justice minor.  Prerequisite: junior or senior standing. (Spring 2024)

SOC 410 Senior Capstone (1 SH) This course is designed as a summative experience for sociology majors. Questions related to academic conferences, resume writing, graduate school application, and sociology as a vocation will be addressed. Students may complete their research and writing, culminating in a formal presentation of their work. Prerequisite: SOC 392.

SOC 409 Field Experience in Sociology (3 SH) Experience in the practice of sociological analysis or social research outside the classroom. Corequisite or prerequisite: SOC 392. Core: CL

SOC 392 Junior Seminar in Social Research (3 SH) Students examine the philosophy of science in sociology and gain experience in the practice of social research through work on individual projects. To be taken spring semester of the junior year. Offered as part of the sociology online collaborative. Prerequisite: SOC 336. Core: WI

SOC 385 Community Organizing and Development Internship (3 SH) Faculty and staff at the Washington Community Scholars' Center (http://emu.edu/wcsc/ ) work with students to place them in internships in and around DC that meet their disciplinary and career goals and that fall within the diverse fields of community organizing and community development. Both community organizing and community development are rooted in efforts to address place-based disadvantage and draw on a common set of analyses of the geography of inequality and the ways that race contours that landscape. Refer to the WCSC website for a directory of recent internship placements: http://emu.edu/wcsc/internships/ . Core: CC, WCSC

SOC 375 Community Development (3 SH) In this course we consider how communities differ from place to place and learn about community-based organizations working in and around DC to improve local neighborhoods. Community development focuses on meeting the needs of places that have been marginalized from political and economic power: communities with limited access to good schools, jobs, adequate housing, quality food, and other resources that make life easier and more fulfilling. We learn about the ways people work together to improve neighborhoods, to access external resources, and to more fully meet the needs of their neighbors. Core: SB, WCSC

SOC 360 Criminology (3 SH) This course is an introduction to crime and society centered on criminological theories and methods and the ways such theories are integrated within public policy and the criminal justice system. Content also includes an examination of alternative forms of justice and restorative approaches. Prerequisite: SOC 101 or SOC 201. (Spring 2024)

SOC 351 Topics in Sociology-Religion in Culture and Society (3 SH) An analysis of the social, cultural and political contexts that profoundly affect religious institutions and expressions, and upon which religion has an influence. Course includes such topics as meaning and belonging, modern individualism, dynamics of religious collectives and the impact of religion on social change. This course is taught in a distance education format as part of the Mennonite Sociology Collaborative.

SOC 351-355 Topics in Sociology (3 SH) Courses on a variety of topics in sociology are offered on a rotating basis depending on student and faculty interest SOC 350 Urban Sociology (3 SH) In this course students explore their connection to an increasingly urban world by examining patterns of urban settlement, theories of urbanism, the "community question," and the problems and possibilities of urban life through the perspectives of urban planning. The course includes a focus on the roles of race and class as factors influencing social interaction and use of space in urban environments. Prerequisite: SOC 101 or SOC 201. (offered every three years) (Spring 2023)

SOC 340 Family in Social Context (3 SH) Students explore contemporary family structure and dynamics from historical, cross- cultural, developmental, and practical perspectives. This course provides an overview of courtship, marriage, gender roles, parenting, aging, family crisis, and conflict resolution. Core: SB

SOC 336 Methods of Social Research (3 SH) The course provides an introduction to social research methods and prepares students to analyze, interpret, and critique quantitative social science research. Over the course of the semester students design and develop a research proposal. At various times during the semester the class will meet in a computer laboratory in order to access research tools and statistical software. Enrollment priority given to majors in the department. Prerequisite: STAT 120 and one of the following: SOC 101, SOC 201, POL 111, POL 113, PXD 151, GS 101.

SOC 334 Cultural Anthropology (3 SH) This course offers an overview of the study of culture in a globalized world. It introduces students to the field of cultural anthropology, a field that offers concepts and tools to study culture and navigate the complex, multicultural, and changing realities of the world around them. Students will learn to appreciate cultural diversity and cross-cultural engagement, gaining a deeper understanding of their role as agents of social change. Core: CC

SOC 330 Social Justice and Social Change (3 SH) This course begins with a history of social justice and social change as concepts in the field of sociology and then sees how this foundation influenced contemporary social justice practitioners and theorists. Particular attention is given to social movements, the role of organizing, and civil society. Theory is integrated into practical social justice methodologies and community-based learning. Particular attention is paid to issues of power and powerlessness in domestic and/or international contexts. Prerequisite: SOC 152. This course may be taken as part of the Peace and Conflict Studies minor.  Offered through Bluffton University

SOC 315 Religion in Culture and Society (3 SH) This course is an analysis of the social, cultural and political contexts that profoundly affect religious institutions and expressions, and upon which religion has an influence. It includes such topics as meaning and belonging, modern individualism, dynamics of religious collectives and the impact of religion on social change.  Offered through Goshen College

SOC 255 Social Movements (3 SH) This course provides a sociological framework for understanding the ways that people, working together, attempt to alleviate social problems. We begin by exploring and evaluating models and tactics of making change. We then examine forms of collective behavior, ending with a focus on social movements comprised of organized groups attempting to influence various audiences. Sociological theories are applied to historical and contemporary cases that involve violent and nonviolent tactics. Offered in alternate years

SOC 245 Environment and Society (3 SH) The goal of this course is for students to develop a critical understanding of the dominant trends that have shaped environmental policy in the United States over the past 150 years. Key historical approaches include conservationism, deep ecology, ecofeminism, and the environmental justice movement. Throughout the course's duration students will interrogate how perceptions regarding the environment play a central role in regulating how they interact with their natural surroundings.

SOC 225 Theories of Social Change (3 SH) This course is designed as an introduction to key sociological theories, with a focus on how these impact the dynamics of social change. The theories covered range from micro social- psychology perspectives to macro-structural approaches. The course specifically interrogates how ideas about the nature of social relations influence our perceptions of how social systems are constructed, deconstructed and reconstructed. Most importantly, students experience how social theories are driving agents of change on the personal, local and global levels. Registration priority is given to students whose programs require this course. Prerequisite: PXD 151 or SOC 101 or SOC 201. (PXD 225) Core: WI

SOC 210 Social Stratification (3 SH) This course on human behavior in the social environment focuses on theories of social stratification and inequality. Students will explore various interpretations of the causes and consequences of inequality within the United States. Enrollment priority given to majors in the department. (SOWK 210) Core: SB

SOC 201 Sociology of Health (3 SH) This course examines not only the social contexts that shape health and illness but also how these critically impact the provision as well as outcomes of medical care. The course is organized around social engagement at the micro, mezzo, and macro levels. This provides the sociology content required for MCATs.

SOC 101 Introduction to Sociology (3 SH) In this course students will be introduced to the sociological method and to key theoretical perspectives that engage their sociological imagination around issues such as culture, race, gender, deviance, socialization, and stratification. This encounter will challenge students to analyze and observe life from diverse vantage points as they learn to systematically reflect on how and why individuals and groups behave as they do. Core: SB

RSM 499 Independent Study (1-3 SH)

RSM 411 Senior Internship (4 SH) This course is the culminating professional development experience for recreation leadership and sport studies majors. The involvement consists of a pre-professional or entry-level position in a related organization or agency, preferably emphasizing the student's specialty or concentration. The time commitment is a minimum of 10 weeks and 160 hours. Assignments include a personal journal, a time log, and various reflective pieces asking the student to apply theory to practice, and evaluate personal suitability to the field. An on-site supervisor conducts monitoring and evaluation, with an EMU faculty assigned as institutional liaison. Prerequisites: Senior status and departmental approval. WCSC 385 may satisfy for students who have earned 90 SHs prior to enrolment in WCSC. Core: CL

RSM 405 Recreation and Sport Administration (3 SH)

The course focuses on organization and administration practices such as budgeting and purchasing, office management, annual reports, supervision of personnel, working with boards and volunteer leaders.

RSM 309 Recreation and Sport Program and Event Planning (3 SH) The course focuses on the principles and approaches to planning and implementing recreation and sport programs and events. A philosophical and practical basis for preparing a variety of recreation programs will be covered. Non-majors by instructor permission only. (Spring 2024) Core: WI

RSM 305 Risk Management in Recreation Sport (3 SH) Proactive approach to managing risks associated with conducting recreation and sport related programs. This course will emphasize safety as a foundation of quality program planning. The topics include legal concepts related to specific managerial functions, impacts on functions in recreation and sport environments that result in more efficient and successful operation and protection for the organization.

RSM 211 Sophomore Practicum-RSM (1 SH) This is an opportunity for majors to explore involvement in the fields of recreation leadership and sport promotion, youth ministry, or kinesiology and sport science. A seasonal-level employment or volunteer position will be secured, with a suggested clock-hour involvement of 40 hours. Options include working in a university or high school athletic department, counseling at a summer camp, high school or university athletic training operation, or a physical therapy or adult fitness facility. Assignments will include several reflective exercises asking the student to explore characteristics of the profession and personal suitability to the field. Core: CL

RSM 101 Introduction to Health, Physical Education and Recreation (3 SH) The significance and meaning of health, physical education, recreation, leisure, play, and sport in modern society are examined. Includes the theories of play, models of sport, and the recreational and sport movement in the U.S. Role and scope of health, physical education, recreation and sport programs in the community, schools, commercial, and industrial settings are examined along with an introduction to professional and career issues in the field. (PE 101)

REL 423 Judaism, Christianity, Islam-Comparative Monotheisms (3 SH) This course will focus on the three monotheistic religions. The literature, beliefs and practices of each religion will be examined and similarities and contrasts noted. Specific religious themes will be compared in the context of the Christian interface with Judaism and Islam. (Spring 2024) Core: CW

REL 312 Topics in Religion-Women and the Bible (3 SH) Offered in alternate years

REL 310-315 Topics in Religion (3 SH) This course is designed to focus on issues that arise in the discipline of religious studies or at the intersection of Christian theology and other disciplines. Topics may include inter-religious dialogue, race and gender, political theory, economics, peacebuilding, and trauma theory. Consideration will be given to how theology may best enter into mutually enriching conversation with other religions and other academic disciplines.

REL 223 World Religions (3 SH) A historical and comparative study of the great religions of the world in order to understand values and meaning in specific cultural settings. The religions are evaluated at the level of their own claims and in light of biblical revelation. Special attention is given to a theology of religions, to emerging models of Christian witness to other religions, and to Christian theological development in the context of non-Christian religions. Core: CC

REL 201 Introduction to Religious Studies (3 SH) This course introduces a range of historical and contemporary approaches to the study of religion. Various theories and methodologies will be examined with special attention given to the functions of religion within culture and the insights this provides for Christians. Core: CW

PXD 495 Foundations for Justice and Peacebuilding II (6 SH) In this course a team of faculty members coaches students as they further develop their knowledge and skills for dealing with conflict and situations of injustice. Students work individually and in teams to apply new ideas and skills to cases that progress in complexity from the community to the national and to the global level. Students continue to develop their self-awareness as well as their capacity for professional judgment and reflective practice. Accelerated program students only. (PAX 634)

PXD 494 Foundations for Justice and Peacebuilding I (6 SH) In this course a team of faculty members coaches students as they acquire foundational knowledge and practice the core skills for peacebuilding: analysis, theory, research, planning, and practice. Students work individually and in teams to apply theories and skills to cases that progress in complexity from interpersonal and small group to organizational level conflicts. Students also increase their self-awareness as well as their capacity for professional judgment and reflective practice. Accelerated program students only. (PAX 534)

PXD 485 Global Development (3 SH) This course introduces students to the field of global development through examining both the history of the field and the current debates and challenges faced by development practitioners. The purpose is to explore and critically evaluate the basic assumptions underlying the major competing theories and current approaches towards alleviating poverty and global inequality. This course approaches the phenomenon of development in its broadest sense as the study of change, with attention to global justice, equity, and the historical links between development, colonialism, and global capitalism. (PAX 585)

PXD 451 Program Evaluation Through Qualitative Methods (3 SH) This course is designed to help students explore the theory and practice of program evaluation, especially if interested in working in social service, business development, mission-related programs or projects, and local or international NGOs. The course will review the current range of thinking on the philosophies, purpose, and structure of program evaluation, with an emphasis on how to use qualitative methods in evaluations. Students will gain hands-on experience in how to design an evaluation, how to determine the appropriate methods and collect data, and an analysis of ongoing program evaluation and evaluation reports. Sociological and anthropological approaches will provide the theoretical and philosophical background for our work, but the focus will be on practical applications of qualitative methodology in evaluation. Prerequisite: SOC 336 (PAX 516) (Fall 2023)

PXD 441 Leadership Practicum (1 SH) Students gain leadership experience through leading program efforts or related student clubs in a variety of areas on campus and within the community. They reflect on leadership styles and analyze their own methods of communication and leadership through direct immersion. By permission only.

PXD 432 Formation for Peacebuilding Practice (3 SH) As individuals working for peace, social justice, reduction of violence, and the possibility of reconciliation, we are the instruments of the work. How can we best prepare ourselves to take constructive action whether in a professional role or in a personal relationship? This course will explore four areas of awareness and accountability essential for effectiveness in our action efforts. These areas of content and engagement, described more fully in the syllabus, are self-awareness, self-assessment, self-management, and self- and community care. Accelerated program students only. (PAX 532)

PXD 431 Peacebuilding and Development Practicum (1-3 SH) A practicum provides PXD majors (and minors by permission) opportunities for practical off-campus experience in settings related to the field. Many students complete the practicum requirement by participating in the Washington Community Scholars' Center. Other local and global placements, including the possibility of an international practicum placement through the International Peacebuilding and Development Practicum (IPDP) program, may be pursued in coordination with the student's advisor. Core: CL

PXD 375 Globalization and Justice (3 SH) The task in this class is to examine the debates about globalization. Is it new? Is it a force for good or bad? Does it bring people together or drive them apart? Is it a homogenizing or fragmenting force? What, or who, drives it? Is 'globalization' just another word for 'Westernization'? How is it being resisted? We will also engage a further set of questions concerning theology and the church. How is globalization affecting the church? What does it mean to think in terms of a church whose center of gravity is no longer Europe and North America (if it ever was)? Core: CC

PXD 151 Exploring Conflict and Peace (3 SH) This course introduces students to theories, key terms, concepts, and skills related to peace and conflict in war and violence, and justice and peacebuilding. Students will discover and attend to their own conflict styles, learn about introductory skills for dealing with conflict on an interpersonal level, become familiar with factors contributing to conflict at the community, national and international levels and explore peacebuilding as a framework for addressing conflict. An overview of current global issues is central to the course along with an exploration of rights, roles and responsibilities for individuals and nations. Core: SB

PSYC 101 General Psychology (3 SH) An introduction to the principles, language, methods and major topics of the science of behavior and mental life. Emphasizes exploration and application in the following areas of psychology: neuroscience, human consciousness, learning, memory, motivation, development, and abnormal behavior among others. Core: SB

PSYC 202 Developmental Psychology (3 SH) Designed to introduce the principles, theory, and methods of developmental psychology. Examines the factors affecting the development of behavior, cognition, and emotions throughout the entire lifespan. Current research relevant to the entire lifespan is reviewed and analyzed. Social and emotional issues affecting the individual, family, and community are analyzed. Core: SB

PSYC 203 Developmental Case Study (1 SH) Designed to introduce the skills of behavioral observation based on developmental principles. A one-to-one experience with a young child using suggested activities. To be taken during or after PSYC 202. Prerequisite: minimum of two semesters previous enrollment at EMU. Registration preference given to psychology majors. Core: CL

PSYC 221 Social Psychology (3 SH) This course examines the major variables affecting an individual's beliefs, emotions, and behavior in social situations. Topics include prosocial behavior, aggression and violence, prejudice, social perception, social cognition, attitudes, self-justification, persuasion, conformity, media influence, and attraction. Principles derived from social psychology research are applied to cultural, institutional, and group processes. Prerequisite: PSYC 101 or PSYC 202. Core: SB

PSYC 231 Applied Behavior Analysis (3 SH) Develops students' skills of behavioral observation and analysis. Students learn to plan, conduct and evaluate programs of behavior change for themselves and others. Focuses on the ethical issues involved in the application of behavior principles to socially significant behaviors in a variety of settings.

PSYC 301 Psychology of Interpersonal Relationships (3 SH) Provides a basic framework for conceiving of human communication as a unique combination of theoretical and practical skills. Students learn firsthand the dynamics of intrapersonal and small-group communication through a variety of activities designed to foster an increased awareness of how transactional communication works. The importance of interpersonal relationship skills in the helping professions is emphasized and an Anabaptist framework for working restoratively in community is explored in this course. Preference given to junior and senior level psychology majors.

PSYC 311 Psychological Design and Analysis (3 SH) This course is a laboratory course designed to examine contemporary experimental work in psychology. Students will discuss experimental research and begin to develop computational expertise using JASP and Excel. This course provides exposure to psychological experimental methodologies, data analysis and application of skills learned in STAT 120 Descriptive Statistics. Prerequisite or corequisite: STAT 120. Core: WI

PSYC 331 Abnormal Psychology (3 SH) An interdisciplinary approach to understanding abnormal (maladaptive) behavior emphasizing the crucial roles of learning and life stressors in the development and maintenance of abnormal behaviors. The clinical characteristics, causal factors and treatments of maladaptive behavior patterns are examined, including the areas of assessment, therapy and prevention. Students will also learn to identify and evaluate the accuracy of psychological disorders as depicted in popular media. Prerequisite: PSYC 101 or PSYC 202.

PSYC 342 Cognitive Psychology (3 SH) This course explores questions about how we acquire, store, retrieve, and use knowledge. Topics such as models of memory, mental imagery, language comprehension, problem solving, decision-making, and cognitive development will be covered. The course also covers relevant content that will appear on the MCAT and an exploration of applications to health professions. Prerequisite: PSYC 101 (BMC 572)

PSYC 361 Theories of Personality (3 SH) Empirical strategies that are particularly relevant to the study of personality process, human behavior and human experience provide a systematic study of the person. Major theories and principles of personality adjustment are studied, such as dispositional, genetic, cognitive and biological factors related to the understanding of personality. Prerequisite: PSYC 331.

PSYC 380-385 Topics in Psychology (3 SH) Courses on a variety of topics in psychology are offered on a rotating basis depending on student and faculty interest. Topics include: cross-cultural psychology, marriage and family, introduction to clinical psychology, psychology of pop culture and theology, forensics, psychology and spirituality, creativity, and narrative psychology. Open to psychology majors only. Prerequisite: junior/senior level status.

PSYC 382 Topics in Psychology-Health Psychology (3 SH) This course is meant as an introduction to the field of health psychology, a subspecialty of psychology that is concerned with health and illness, pain, adaptation to chronic illness, stress and coping, personality and illness, substance use, eating behaviors, health-promoting behaviors, patient adherence, physician-patient communication, and using health care. Prerequisite: PSYC 101. (Fall 2021)

PSYC 383 Topics in Psychology-Psychology and Christianity (3 SH) An introduction to the philosophical and theoretical issues related to perceived conflicts between, and the integration of, psychology and Christian faith. The course will include an overview of the history of science and Christianity, as well as several proposed models for integrating psychological theory and practice with Christian theology. Further topics will include epistemology, grief and lament, sin and grace, and personhood. Prerequisite: PSYC 101. (Fall 2023)

PSYC 391 Introduction to Counseling (3 SH) Counseling is studied from a Christian discipleship perspective. Emphasis is placed on understanding and developing helping skills utilized in the context of the church, mental health agencies, and school settings. Applications for counseling skills are examined along with a basic exposure to counseling theories and theories of development. Enrollment strictly limited to junior and senior psychology majors and helping professions.

PSYC 441 Teaching of Psychology (1 SH) Students serve as teaching assistants for PSYC 101 or PSYC 202. Enrollment limited to psychology majors. Prerequisite: junior/senior level status.

PSYC 451 Neuropsychology (3 SH) Survey of the anatomy and physiology of the nervous system, including loss of function studies and the function of sensory receptors and hormones. Emphasis is placed on the role of general neurophysiological principles that affect human behavior. (BIOL 451) (Spring 2024) Core: NS

PSYC 472 Research in Psychology (2 SH) Introduces the essentials of designing, conducting, and evaluating research in psychology. Topics include: formulating research questions, understanding variables, research designs, control, conducting a literature review, sampling, measurement, collecting data, validity, reliability, and ethics. Both qualitative and quantitative methods are considered. Prerequisites: two semesters of successful coursework in psychology at EMU, STAT 120, PSYC 311 and PSYC 341 or PSYC 342. Core: WI

PSYC 473 Research in Psychology-Applied (2 SH) Students complete a research project under the supervision of psychology faculty. Involves formulating a research question, conducting a literature search, collecting and analyzing data, writing and presenting a final report. Open to majors only. Prerequisite: PSYC 472.

PSYC 482 Psychology Internship I (2 SH) Students gain field experience in a psychology related agency. The practicum is designed to begin developing students' psychological skills and abilities as professionals by utilizing previous coursework. A written plan must be approved and a contract made with the agency where the practicum work will occur. The agency and the practicum instructor provide supervision. Open to senior psychology majors only. Prerequisites: two semesters of successful coursework in psychology at EMU and PSYC 331. Core: CL

PSYC 483 Psychology Internship II (2 SH) This capstone course builds on the field experience in Internship I. After students complete 150 hours of direct service in an area agency, they apply their learning in supervised settings by developing and presenting a case study, analyzing the integration of faith and practice, and exploring ethical decision making in the helping profession. The internship experience and processing sessions are designed to develop students' professional expertise in psychology. Open to senior psychology majors only. Prerequisite: PSYC 482. Core: CL

PSYC 499 Independent Study (1 SH)

POL 101 Introduction to Politics (3 SH) An introduction to the study of politics where students will become familiar with the government policies and institutional structures that influence the major political issues of  time. The course will also examine the structure and activities of the most typical kinds of political systems and the way individuals, groups, and institutions both conflict and work together in each. Offered through Lancaster

POL 111 Comparative Politics (2 SH) This course provides a review of the basic framework and foundational concepts of politics, exploring key questions in contemporary comparative politics. The course will focus on several questions that have long been central to the study of comparative governments: (1) why democracy emerges and survives in some countries but not in others; (2) how political stability affects economic development; (3) how political institutions (constitutional, electoral, administrative, and party systems) vary across countries and why these variations matter; and (4) how contentious politics often turn violent and take the forms of civil war. Core: SB

POL 112 American Politics (2 SH) This course provides an introduction to the study of American politics, covering a range of substantive topics related to the American political system. Topics covered in this course are as follows: the cultural and constitutional foundations of American politics; its institutional structures, including the Congress and the presidency; the political behavior of elites as well as ordinary American citizens; and contemporary political debates over issues of racism, immigration, economic inequality, and partisan polarization. Core: SB

POL 113 International Relations (2 SH) This course provides an introduction to the study of international relations. It covers the key approaches to and issues in the field, including the causes of war and peace, nuclear proliferation, trade, finance, globalization, international law, human rights, and the environment. Core: CC, SB

POL 220 U.S. Foreign Policy (3 SH) This course examines the history and contemporary issues of American foreign policy. As the most powerful country in the international system, the United States has been uniquely positioned to shape and influence international politics since the end of World War II. Has it been a peacemaker or a warmonger? The course asks what constraints, dilemmas, risks, and opportunities affected major foreign policy decisions in U.S. history and evaluates the efficacy of America's foreign policy instruments such as international institutions, alliances, and military power in crises and conflicts. This course also aims to expose students to contemporary foreign policy issues. (Spring 2022)

POL 230 International Norms and Institutions (3 SH) This course provides an overview of the history, objectives, impacts, and effectiveness of norms and institutions in international politics. It examines (1) how international norms and institutions evolve; (2) why and how governments and civil society actors promote international norms and institutions; (3) why states join institutions and comply with international rules and regulations; (4) how international norms affect state behavior; and (5) what determines the effectiveness of international norms and laws. Along with theoretical and historical reviews, students will also study empirical topics such as the United Nations, international humanitarian law, transnational advocacy groups and human rights regimes, international trade and finance organizations, and environmental institutions. (Spring 2023) Core: SB

POL 250 Law, Justice, and the Local Context (3 SH) This course seeks to give context to the rule of law and the pursuit of justice in Harrisonburg, Rockingham County and the Commonwealth of Virginia. Students will see how theories of law and justice play out in practice at the local level in police work, the court system, detention and restorative justice. The course highlights dynamics of immigration status, race, identity, class and power across a range of issues. The class format will engage diverse speakers, on-site visits to state agencies and non-governmental groups, dynamic readings and other resources. (Spring 2023) Core: CL

PHYS 405 Thermodynamics (3 SH) A mathematically intensive study of chemical thermodynamics and kinetics. Topics include gases, enthalpy, entropy, Gibbs free energy, chemical and phase equilibria in single and multi-component systems, chemical reaction rate laws and mechanisms. Prerequisite: two semesters of math, recommended completion of MATH 195. (CHEM 405) (Fall 2022)

PHYS 406 Quantum Mechanics (3 SH) A mathematically intensive study of basic QM as related to atomic and molecular structures. Topics include application of the Schrodinger equation to model systems, hydrogenic wave functions, approximation methods, models of chemical bonding, and spectroscopy. Prerequisite: two semesters of math including MATH 195 or instructor permission. (CHEM 406) (Fall 2023)

PMBA 431 Financial Accounting (2 SH) Introduces accounting principles and practices and interpretation of financial statements. No background in accounting is assumed. The course includes a description and derivation of financial statements prepared by accountants and a discussion of a conceptual framework which provides rationale for accounting practices. The course also covers corporation accounting and examines the use of accounting information in the planning and controlling of the firm's operations. (Online prerequisite)

PMBA 441 Introduction to Finance (3 SH) Provides an introduction to the theory and practice of business finance. The course emphasizes the problems faced by financial managers. Topics include the role of financial markets, interest rates, time value of money, valuation of securities, capital budgeting and working capital management. (Online prerequisite)

PHYS 162 College Physics II Lecture (3 SH) The second semester of an algebra-based introductory physics sequence. Topics include electricity, magnetism, optics, and selected modern physics applications. Prerequisite: PHYS 151; Corequisite: PHYS 263.

PHYS 252 University Physics I Lecture (3 SH) The first semester of a calculus-based introductory physics sequence that aims to develop understanding of basic physical principles, problem-solving ability, and fluency with mathematical formulas. Topics include conservation laws, Newtonian mechanics, oscillatory motion, and relativity. Must be taken concurrently with PHYS 253. Prerequisite: MATH 154 or MATH 185. Core: NS

PHYS 253 University Physics I Lab (1 SH) Must be taken concurrently with PHYS 252. Core: NS

PHYS 262 University Physics II Lecture (3 SH) The second semester of a calculus-based introductory physics sequence. Topics include electromagnetism, optics, quantum mechanics, and thermodynamics. Must be taken concurrently with PHYS 263. Prerequisite: PHYS 252.

PHYS 263 University Physics II Lab (1 SH) Must be taken concurrently with PHYS 262.

PHIL 334 Moral Philosophy (3 SH) Students encounter classical conceptions of ethics and morality articulated by Aristotle, Kant, Mill and the traditions of ethical virtue. The course will explore the relative importance of reason, character and good consequences in determining the right and the good. Prerequisite: PHIL 201 or permission of the instructor. Offered in alternate years Core: CW

PHIL 412 Philosophy of Religion (3 SH) This course examines issues that arise from a tradition of philosophical reflection on the language and truth claims of religion. Specific readings vary from year to year but will most often include theological and postcolonial responses to the phenomenon of the secular. Offered in alternate years Core: CW

PHYS 151 College Physics I Lecture (3 SH) The first semester of an algebra-based introductory physics sequence. This course is an introduction to classical mechanics, gravity, heat, and sound. Lectures cover the circumstances of important original discoveries and the related concepts and theories. Through laboratory experimentation and reporting, students may learn procedures by which scientists acquire and analyze data, methods by which scientists develop and evaluate theories, and criteria for effectively communicating scientific or technical findings. A major objective of this course is to equip students with a broad foundation of fundamental physical concepts and principles. Core: NS

PEM 231 Movement Education (1 SH) Teacher candidates will focus on skill themes and movement concepts as well as qualitative assessment skills needed to successfully teach pre-school through fifth grade physical education. The process will enable physical educators to successfully structure the development of physically literate students. This course must be taken as part of the elementary physical education professional block and includes a 60 hour practicum (also includes PE 401). Course prerequisites: ED 101, 251, PE 301, and 302. Admission prerequisites: First semester of block courses: Admission to Teacher Education recommended, 2.7 cumulative GPA and the entry assessment math score required. Second semester of block courses: Admission to Teacher Education required. (Fall 2022)

PEV 151-164 Varsity Sports Students may earn one semester hour of elective credit per season for participation on a varsity athletics team or for serving as an athletic trainer. These credits receive pass-fail grading. Requirements include starting and finishing the season on the team, being an active team member in good standing, and completing an acceptable reflection paper on the selected topic. Students whose course load already includes 18 SH will be required to pay an overload fee to receive PEV credit.

• 151 Varsity Baseball - 1

• 152 Varsity Basketball (Men) -  1

• 153 Varsity Basketball (Women) - 1

• 154 Varsity Cross Country - 1

• 155 Varsity Field Hockey - 1

• 156 Varsity Soccer (Men) - 1

• 157 Varsity Soccer (Women) - 1

• 158 Varsity Softball - 1

• 159 Varsity Track and Field - 1

• 160 Varsity Volleyball (Women) - 1

• 161 Varsity Volleyball (Men) - 1

• 162 Varsity Golf (Men) - 1

• 163 Varsity Golf (Women) - 1

• 164 Triathlon - 1

• 165 Lacrosse - 1

PH 175 Introduction to Public Health (3 SH) This interdisciplinary core course will introduce students to public health in the US and globally using a social justice lens and emphasizing the interconnectedness of population and individual health. This course will cover foundational elements of public health, including its history and impact, the importance of health equity and human rights, and how racism manifests and is perpetuated within public health and healthcare systems. This is a foundational course for the public health program.

PH 231 Foundations of Public Health Immunology (3 SH) Immunology crosses the scientific disciplines of molecular and cellular biology, anatomy, microbiology, medicine, and public health.  This introductory course will cover innate and adaptive reactions, vaccinations, failures of the immune system, and immunological techniques for disease detection.  Prerequisite: BIOL 240. Offered alternate years

PH 356 Epidemiology (3 SH) Epidemiology is the field of public health that describes the who, what, where, why, and when of disease occurrence in human populations. Epidemiology is the study of all health phenomena, such as infectious diseases, heart disease, addiction, and maternal and child health. Topics in this course include measures of disease frequency and association, design and analysis of observational studies, disease screening, and applications to public health policy.   Prerequisites: PH 175 and STAT 120. (BMS 556) Offered alternate years

PHIL 212 Ways of Knowing (3 SH) Students engage watershed questions of human knowing such as: how do we know? When can we know that someone is wrong regarding their knowledge claims? What is truth? Just how important is truth? Issues of perspective, context, social construction of knowledge and gender and cultural difference will be explored. Core: CW

PEG 120 Table Tennis/Net Games (1 SH) This course is designed to provide opportunities for personal skill development, development of net games strategies, and improvement personal fitness through your participation in the following net games: pickleball, badminton, volleyball, table tennis, spikeball and tennis.

PEG 121 Skiing (1 SH) This course is designed to provide opportunities for skills improvement, knowledge of skiing, fitness improvement, and enjoyment of participation. An additional fee will be charged.

PEG 122 Snowboarding (1 SH) This course is designed to provide opportunities for skills improvement, knowledge of snowboarding, fitness improvement, and enjoyment of participation. An additional fee will be charged.

PEG 123 Soccer (1 SH) This course is designed to provide opportunities for skills improvement, knowledge of soccer, fitness improvement, and enjoyment of participation.

PEG 124 Strength Training (1 SH) The course focuses on these various approaches for developing muscular strength and muscular endurance (isotonics, isometrics, isokinetics, plyometrics, circuit training) and the physiological responses and safety considerations of each.

PEG 125 Beginning Swimming (1 SH) This course is designed to provide opportunity for skills improvement of basic stroke mechanics, breath control, increasing knowledge of swimming safety, developing individual comfortability in the water, fitness improvement, and the enjoyment of participation in swimming as a lifetime activity. Prerequisites: Little experience in swimming is required for this course, though the student should not fear the water. An additional fee will be charged.

PEG 126 Intermediate Swimming (1 SH) This course is designed to provide opportunity for skills improvement of stroke mechanics, increasing knowledge of swimming, developing individual workouts for fitness improvement, and the enjoyment of participation in swimming as a lifetime sport. Prerequisites: Some prior knowledge of freestyle, backstroke, and breaststroke is helpful for the student.  A skill pre-assessment is required.  An additional fee will be charged.

PEG 127 Technical Rock Climbing (1 SH) Students successfully completing the course will be competent to purchase equipment intelligently, top-rope climb and rappel independently, and second lead climbers. An additional fee will be charged.

PEG 128 Beginning Tennis/Badminton (1 SH) This course is designed to provide opportunities for skills improvement, knowledge of tennis and badminton, fitness improvement, and enjoyment of participation.

PEG 129 Intermediate Tennis (1 SH) This course is designed to provide opportunities for advanced skills development, knowledge of the activity, fitness improvement and enjoyment of playing intermediate tennis, while also gaining an understanding of higher level of play. Prerequisite: PEG 128 or PEG 120 or permission of instructor. A skill pre-assessment is required.  

PEG 130 Beginning Volleyball (1 SH) This course is designed to provide opportunities for skills development, knowledge of the activity, fitness improvement and enjoyment of playing volleyball, while also gaining an understanding of higher level of play.

PEG 132 Introduction to Scuba (1 SH) This course is designed to provide opportunity for exploration of the underwater world, by increasing knowledge of the underwater world as well as the comfort level that is required and the enjoyment of participation. The students will also, upon successful completion of the requirements of the course and the four Open Water training dives, obtain a PADI Open Water Diver Certification. A skill pre-assessment is required.  An additional fee will be charged.

PEM 141 Teaching Individual Sports (2 SH) Students will learn basic movement skills, learn to analyze skills and plan developmentally- appropriate learning and assessment. The course is based upon on the Teaching Games for Understanding (TGFU) approach. Students will develop tactical awareness and skill acquisition of the following individual sports: pickleball, badminton, tennis, yard games, bowling, golf, and archery. (Fall 2023)

PEM 142 Teaching Team Sports (2 SH) Students will learn the basic movement skills, learn to analyze skills and plan developmentally- appropriate learning and assessment. The course is based upon on the Teaching Based on the Teaching Games for Understanding (TGFU) approach. Students will develop tactical awareness and skill acquisition of the following team sports: soccer, team handball, basketball, lacrosse, field hockey, flag football, speedball, cricket, softball and ultimate Frisbee.

PEM 143 Fitness, Conditioning and Strength Training (2 SH) This course is designed for department majors and minors to learn how to apply scientifically sound concepts of exercise and fitness to activity, fitness improvement and strength training. The course will focus on all aspects of physical fitness and assessment including strength training, speed development, cardio, flexibility and program development. Registration priority is given to students whose programs require this course.

PEM 144 Experiential Education and Recreational Games (2 SH) The outdoor setting provides unique educational opportunities as the learner interacts with the natural environment. This course prepares prospective educators and recreation leaders to design, implement and evaluate various outdoor curriculum models and teaching strategies (including recreational pursuits, teambuilding, ropes courses and other outdoor activities). It provides students the opportunity to develop expertise in the use of developmentally appropriate recreational, cooperative, and competitive games to enhance skill development and fitness and strategies for quickly and fairly placing students/people into groups. (Fall 2022)

PEM 145 Rhythmic Activities (1 SH) A course designed to provide the pre-service teacher (health and physical education, early childhood and elementary education) an aesthetic and kinesthetic movement experience in a variety of basic fundamental movement situations. The course includes: creative rhythmic movement, fundamental movement patterns, folk and line dance, square dance. The course also focuses on the development of the students' artistic and creative ability through the creation of an original movement routine. Core: CA

RSM 402 Facility Design and Supervision in Sports and Recreation (2 SH) This class follows the facility planning and design process, from establishing and defining the need, to programmatic prioritization, to blueprint and specification development. Issues of supervision, management, and cost are considered. Applications will be for commercial and non-profit organizations; planning for both outdoor and indoor areas are addressed. (Spring 2023)

SOC 362 Criminal Justice (2 SH) This course is designed to provide a basic foundation for understanding the different components of our criminal justice system, including Law Enforcement, Courts, and Corrections. Additionally, this course will cover Victimology (Crime Victims' Rights Movement, patterning of victimization, costs and consequences of victimization, victims' role within the criminal justice system, Victim Impact Statements, and victim advocacy), as well as Crime Prevention (primary/secondary/tertiary techniques, local programs, and role of Restorative Justice). (Spring 2023is designed to provide opportunities for personal skill development, development of net games strategies, and improvement personal fitness through your participation in the following net games: pickleball, badminton, volleyball, table tennis, spikeball and tennis.

PEG 121 Skiing (1 SH)

This course is designed to provide opportunities for skills improvement, knowledge of skiing, fitness improvement, and enjoyment of participation. An additional fee will be charged.

PEG 122 Snowboarding (1 SH)

This course is designed to provide opportunities for skills improvement, knowledge of snowboarding, fitness improvement, and enjoyment of participation. An additional fee will be charged.

PEG 123 Soccer (1 SH)

This course is designed to provide opportunities for skills improvement, knowledge of soccer, fitness improvement, and enjoyment of participation.

PEG 124 Strength Training (1 SH)

The course focuses on these various approaches for developing muscular strength and muscular endurance (isotonics, isometrics, isokinetics, plyometrics, circuit training) and the physiological responses and safety considerations of each.

PEG 125 Beginning Swimming (1 SH)

This course is designed to provide opportunity for skills improvement of basic stroke mechanics, breath control, increasing knowledge of swimming safety, developing individual comfortability in the water, fitness improvement, and the enjoyment of participation in swimming as a lifetime activity. Prerequisites: Little experience in swimming is required for this course, though the student should not fear the water. An additional fee will be charged.

PEG 126 Intermediate Swimming (1 SH)

This course is designed to provide opportunity for skills improvement of stroke mechanics, increasing knowledge of swimming, developing individual workouts for fitness improvement, and the enjoyment of participation in swimming as a lifetime sport. Prerequisites: Some prior knowledge of freestyle, backstroke, and breaststroke is helpful for the student.  A skill pre-assessment is required.  An additional fee will be charged.

PEG 127 Technical Rock Climbing (1 SH)

Students successfully completing the course will be competent to purchase equipment intelligently, top-rope climb and rappel independently, and second lead climbers. An additional fee will be charged.

PEG 128 Beginning Tennis/Badminton (1 SH)

This course is designed to provide opportunities for skills improvement, knowledge of tennis and badminton, fitness improvement, and enjoyment of participation.

PEG 129 Intermediate Tennis (1 SH)

This course is designed to provide opportunities for advanced skills development, knowledge of the activity, fitness improvement and enjoyment of playing intermediate tennis, while also gaining an understanding of higher level of play. Prerequisite: PEG 128 or PEG 120 or permission of instructor. A skill pre-assessment is required.  

PEG 130 Beginning Volleyball (1 SH)

This course is designed to provide opportunities for skills development, knowledge of the activity, fitness improvement and enjoyment of playing volleyball, while also gaining an understanding of higher level of play.

PEG 132 Introduction to Scuba (1 SH)

This course is designed to provide opportunity for exploration of the underwater world, by increasing knowledge of the underwater world as well as the comfort level that is required and the enjoyment of participation. The students will also, upon successful completion of the requirements of the course and the four Open Water training dives, obtain a PADI Open Water Diver Certification. A skill pre-assessment is required.  An additional fee will be charged.

PEM 141 Teaching Individual Sports (2 SH)

Students will learn basic movement skills, learn to analyze skills and plan developmentally- appropriate learning and assessment. The course is based upon on the Teaching Games for Understanding (TGFU) approach. Students will develop tactical awareness and skill acquisition of the following individual sports: pickleball, badminton, tennis, yard games, bowling, golf, and archery. (Fall 2023)

PEM 142 Teaching Team Sports (2 SH)

Students will learn the basic movement skills, learn to analyze skills and plan developmentally- appropriate learning and assessment. The course is based upon on the Teaching Based on the Teaching Games for Understanding (TGFU) approach. Students will develop tactical awareness and skill acquisition of the following team sports: soccer, team handball, basketball, lacrosse, field hockey, flag football, speedball, cricket, softball and ultimate Frisbee.

PEM 143 Fitness, Conditioning and Strength Training (2 SH)

This course is designed for department majors and minors to learn how to apply scientifically sound concepts of exercise and fitness to activity, fitness improvement and strength training. The course will focus on all aspects of physical fitness and assessment including strength training, speed development, cardio, flexibility and program development. Registration priority is given to students whose programs require this course.

PEM 144 Experiential Education and Recreational Games (2 SH)

The outdoor setting provides unique educational opportunities as the learner interacts with the natural environment. This course prepares prospective educators and recreation leaders to design, implement and evaluate various outdoor curriculum models and teaching strategies (including recreational pursuits, teambuilding, ropes courses and other outdoor activities). It provides students the opportunity to develop expertise in the use of developmentally appropriate recreational, cooperative, and competitive games to enhance skill development and fitness and strategies for quickly and fairly placing students/people into groups. (Fall 2022)

PEM 145 Rhythmic Activities (1 SH)

A course designed to provide the pre-service teacher (health and physical education, early childhood and elementary education) an aesthetic and kinesthetic movement experience in a variety of basic fundamental movement situations. The course includes: creative rhythmic movement, fundamental movement patterns, folk and line dance, square dance. The course also focuses on the development of the students' artistic and creative ability through the creation of an original movement routine. Core: CA

PEM 231 Movement Education (1 SH)

Teacher candidates will focus on skill themes and movement concepts as well as qualitative assessment skills needed to successfully teach pre-school through fifth grade physical education. The process will enable physical educators to successfully structure the development of physically literate students. This course must be taken as part of the elementary physical education professional block and includes a 60 hour practicum (also includes PE 401). Course prerequisites: ED 101, 251, PE 301, and 302. Admission prerequisites: First semester of block courses: Admission to Teacher Education recommended, 2.7 cumulative GPA and the entry assessment math score required. Second semester of block courses: Admission to Teacher Education required. (Fall 2022)

PEV 151-164 Varsity Sports

Students may earn one semester hour of elective credit per season for participation on a varsity athletics team or for serving as an athletic trainer. These credits receive pass-fail grading. Requirements include starting and finishing the season on the team, being an active team member in good standing, and completing an acceptable reflection paper on the selected topic. Students whose course load already includes 18 SH will be required to pay an overload fee to receive PEV credit.

• 151 Varsity Baseball - 1

• 152 Varsity Basketball (Men) -  1

• 153 Varsity Basketball (Women) - 1

• 154 Varsity Cross Country - 1

• 155 Varsity Field Hockey - 1

• 156 Varsity Soccer (Men) - 1

• 157 Varsity Soccer (Women) - 1

• 158 Varsity Softball - 1

• 159 Varsity Track and Field - 1

• 160 Varsity Volleyball (Women) - 1

• 161 Varsity Volleyball (Men) - 1

• 162 Varsity Golf (Men) - 1

• 163 Varsity Golf (Women) - 1

• 164 Triathlon - 1

• 165 Lacrosse - 1

PH 175 Introduction to Public Health (3 SH)

This interdisciplinary core course will introduce students to public health in the US and globally using a social justice lens and emphasizing the interconnectedness of population and individual health. This course will cover foundational elements of public health, including its history and impact, the importance of health equity and human rights, and how racism manifests and is perpetuated within public health and healthcare systems. This is a foundational course for the public health program.

PH 231 Foundations of Public Health Immunology (3 SH)

Immunology crosses the scientific disciplines of molecular and cellular biology, anatomy, microbiology, medicine, and public health.  This introductory course will cover innate and adaptive reactions, vaccinations, failures of the immune system, and immunological techniques for disease detection.  Prerequisite: BIOL 240. Offered alternate years

PH 356 Epidemiology (3 SH)

Epidemiology is the field of public health that describes the who, what, where, why, and when of disease occurrence in human populations. Epidemiology is the study of all health phenomena, such as infectious diseases, heart disease, addiction, and maternal and child health. Topics in this course include measures of disease frequency and association, design and analysis of observational studies, disease screening, and applications to public health policy.   Prerequisites: PH 175 and STAT 120. (BMS 556) Offered alternate years

PHIL 201 Introduction to Philosophy (3 SH)

This course introduces students to key figures in the Western philosophical tradition and to the major questions with which those figures wrestled. Students read a variety of classic philosophical texts paying particular attention to problems of knowledge and skepticism, mind and world, ethics and politics. Core: CW

PHIL 212 Ways of Knowing (3 SH)

Students engage watershed questions of human knowing such as: how do we know? When can we know that someone is wrong regarding their knowledge claims? What is truth? Just how important is truth? Issues of perspective, context, social construction of knowledge and gender and cultural difference will be explored. Core: CW

PHIL 334 Moral Philosophy (3 SH)

Students encounter classical conceptions of ethics and morality articulated by Aristotle, Kant, Mill and the traditions of ethical virtue. The course will explore the relative importance of reason, character and good consequences in determining the right and the good. Prerequisite: PHIL 201 or permission of the instructor. Offered in alternate years Core: CW

PHIL 412 Philosophy of Religion (3 SH)

This course examines issues that arise from a tradition of philosophical reflection on the language and truth claims of religion. Specific readings vary from year to year but will most often include theological and postcolonial responses to the phenomenon of the secular. Offered in alternate years Core: CW

PHYS 151 College Physics I Lecture (3 SH)

The first semester of an algebra-based introductory physics sequence. This course is an introduction to classical mechanics, gravity, heat, and sound. Lectures cover the circumstances of important original discoveries and the related concepts and theories. Through laboratory experimentation and reporting, students may learn procedures by which scientists acquire and analyze data, methods by which scientists develop and evaluate theories, and criteria for effectively communicating scientific or technical findings. A major objective of this course is to equip students with a broad foundation of fundamental physical concepts and principles. Core: NS

PHYS 162 College Physics II Lecture (3 SH)

The second semester of an algebra-based introductory physics sequence. Topics include electricity, magnetism, optics, and selected modern physics applications. Prerequisite: PHYS 151; Corequisite: PHYS 263.

PHYS 252 University Physics I Lecture (3 SH)

The first semester of a calculus-based introductory physics sequence that aims to develop understanding of basic physical principles, problem-solving ability, and fluency with mathematical formulas. Topics include conservation laws, Newtonian mechanics, oscillatory motion, and relativity. Must be taken concurrently with PHYS 253. Prerequisite: MATH 154 or MATH 185. Core: NS

PHYS 253 University Physics I Lab (1 SH)

Must be taken concurrently with PHYS 252. Core: NS

PHYS 262 University Physics II Lecture (3 SH)

The second semester of a calculus-based introductory physics sequence. Topics include electromagnetism, optics, quantum mechanics, and thermodynamics. Must be taken concurrently with PHYS 263. Prerequisite: PHYS 252.

PHYS 263 University Physics II Lab (1 SH)

Must be taken concurrently with PHYS 262.

PHYS 405 Thermodynamics (3 SH)

A mathematically intensive study of chemical thermodynamics and kinetics. Topics include gases, enthalpy, entropy, Gibbs free energy, chemical and phase equilibria in single and multi-component systems, chemical reaction rate laws and mechanisms. Prerequisite: two semesters of math, recommended completion of MATH 195. (CHEM 405) (Fall 2022)

PHYS 406 Quantum Mechanics (3 SH)

A mathematically intensive study of basic QM as related to atomic and molecular structures. Topics include application of the Schrodinger equation to model systems, hydrogenic wave functions, approximation methods, models of chemical bonding, and spectroscopy. Prerequisite: two semesters of math including MATH 195 or instructor permission. (CHEM 406) (Fall 2023)

PMBA 431 Financial Accounting (2 SH)

Introduces accounting principles and practices and interpretation of financial statements. No background in accounting is assumed. The course includes a description and derivation of financial statements prepared by accountants and a discussion of a conceptual framework which provides rationale for accounting practices. The course also covers corporation accounting and examines the use of accounting information in the planning and controlling of the firm's operations. (Online prerequisite)

PMBA 441 Introduction to Finance (3 SH)

Provides an introduction to the theory and practice of business finance. The course emphasizes the problems faced by financial managers. Topics include the role of financial markets, interest rates, time value of money, valuation of securities, capital budgeting and working capital management. (Online prerequisite)

POL 101 Introduction to Politics (3 SH)

An introduction to the study of politics where students will become familiar with the government policies and institutional structures that influence the major political issues of  time. The course will also examine the structure and activities of the most typical kinds of political systems and the way individuals, groups, and institutions both conflict and work together in each. Offered through Lancaster

POL 111 Comparative Politics (2 SH)

This course provides a review of the basic framework and foundational concepts of politics, exploring key questions in contemporary comparative politics. The course will focus on several questions that have long been central to the study of comparative governments: (1) why democracy emerges and survives in some countries but not in others; (2) how political stability affects economic development; (3) how political institutions (constitutional, electoral, administrative, and party systems) vary across countries and why these variations matter; and (4) how contentious politics often turn violent and take the forms of civil war. Core: SB

POL 112 American Politics (2 SH)

This course provides an introduction to the study of American politics, covering a range of substantive topics related to the American political system. Topics covered in this course are as follows: the cultural and constitutional foundations of American politics; its institutional structures, including the Congress and the presidency; the political behavior of elites as well as ordinary American citizens; and contemporary political debates over issues of racism, immigration, economic inequality, and partisan polarization. Core: SB

POL 113 International Relations (2 SH)

This course provides an introduction to the study of international relations. It covers the key approaches to and issues in the field, including the causes of war and peace, nuclear proliferation, trade, finance, globalization, international law, human rights, and the environment. Core: CC, SB

POL 220 U.S. Foreign Policy (3 SH)

This course examines the history and contemporary issues of American foreign policy. As the most powerful country in the international system, the United States has been uniquely positioned to shape and influence international politics since the end of World War II. Has it been a peacemaker or a warmonger? The course asks what constraints, dilemmas, risks, and opportunities affected major foreign policy decisions in U.S. history and evaluates the efficacy of America's foreign policy instruments such as international institutions, alliances, and military power in crises and conflicts. This course also aims to expose students to contemporary foreign policy issues. (Spring 2022)

POL 230 International Norms and Institutions (3 SH)

This course provides an overview of the history, objectives, impacts, and effectiveness of norms and institutions in international politics. It examines (1) how international norms and institutions evolve; (2) why and how governments and civil society actors promote international norms and institutions; (3) why states join institutions and comply with international rules and regulations; (4) how international norms affect state behavior; and (5) what determines the effectiveness of international norms and laws. Along with theoretical and historical reviews, students will also study empirical topics such as the United Nations, international humanitarian law, transnational advocacy groups and human rights regimes, international trade and finance organizations, and environmental institutions. (Spring 2023) Core: SB

POL 250 Law, Justice, and the Local Context (3 SH)

This course seeks to give context to the rule of law and the pursuit of justice in Harrisonburg, Rockingham County and the Commonwealth of Virginia. Students will see how theories of law and justice play out in practice at the local level in police work, the court system, detention and restorative justice. The course highlights dynamics of immigration status, race, identity, class and power across a range of issues. The class format will engage diverse speakers, on-site visits to state agencies and non-governmental groups, dynamic readings and other resources. (Spring 2023) Core: CL

POL 340-345 Topics in Political Studies (3 SH)

This course is offered as instructors with special expertise in an area are available to offer unique or trial content.

POL 441 Political Science Internship (1-3 SH)

Designed for upper-level political studies minors who want to explore career options and gain practical experience in local, state or federal government work. Approval from the history department is required one semester in advance. Students take initiative in arranging their own placement. Internship can be completed in the summer. Grading is on a pass/fail basis. Students may be able to meet the requirement (but not earn credit) through documentation of a noncredit experience, upon departmental approval.

POL 481 Pre-Law Internship (1-3 SH)

Minors enter a semester or summer-session internship through their major. Some options would be in the immediate area, while others would tap into EMU and MCC programs in Washington, New York, and abroad. These might include paralegal work, mediation work, VORP, WCSC, SALT, or the MCC U.N. Liaison. Note: Students completing an internship/ practicum for their major (e.g. Business, PXD) can use this to satisfy the pre-law internship with approval from the history department. Grading is on a pass/fail basis. Students may be able to meet the requirement (but not earn credit) through documentation of a non-credit experience, upon departmental approval.

PPX 371 Peace and Security in East Asia (3 SH)

This course aims to introduce and analyze the history and international relations of East Asia, which is one of the most dynamic and consequential regions in world politics today. The first part of the course will explore historical backgrounds of the region with a focus on political, economic, and security development from the late 19th century to the post-Cold War era. The second part will examine various regional security challenges and foreign/ security policies of the key countries (China, Japan, the two Koreas, and ASEAN countries), encouraging students to think whether the region is heading towards peace or conflict. The ultimate goal of this course is to enable students to produce an academic research paper on a topic of their interests, by immersing themselves in important peace and security issues in East Asia. (Spring 2024) Core: CC, WI

PPX 401 Human Rights and Dignity (4 SH)

This course introduces students to the study of human rights from a political perspective. By taking this course, students should be able to (1) think critically and analytically about human rights and dignity; (2) demonstrate knowledge of key conceptual debates, the history and evolution of the international human rights regime, and relevant cases of human rights violations; (3) develop informed positions on key issues of human rights and identify ways to prevent human rights violations at home and abroad; and (4) attain critical writing and oral skills through active class participation, weekly response essays, and a final paper. (Spring 2024) Core: WI

PPX 405-409 Topics in Politics and Peace Studies (3-4 SH)

These courses are offered as instructors with special expertise in an area are available to offer unique or trial content.

PPX 405 Topics in Politics-International Security (4 SH) Core: WI

PPX 421 Genocide of the 20th Century (4 SH)

This course examines genocides and mass atrocities in the modern world from an interdisciplinary perspective. We will look at historical and contemporary genocides— Armenia, the Holocaust, Nanjing, Cambodia, Rwanda, former Yugoslavia, Darfur, and Myanmar—and analyze their causes and patterns of development. Engaging various disciplines such as political science, history, peace studies, psychology, and sociology, students will explore theoretical and policy issues such as theories of genocide, various forms of destruction, gender and genocide, humanitarian intervention debate, genocide denial, and collective memory. (Fall 2023) Core: WI

PPX 431 Political Reconciliation (4 SH)

How should a society address the legacies of mass atrocities and human rights violations of the past? This course examines the issue of political reconciliation after armed conflicts and violent political transitions. Students will explore key issues and debates related to transitional justice such as criminal prosecutions and trials, truth commissions, reparations, official apologies, amnesty, guilt and denial, and forgiveness. Such frameworks of political reconciliation will be critically examined, asking how well these policies fulfill an ethic of peacebuilding as well as justice and help societies address their pasts marred by conflict, violence, and oppression. (Fall 2024) Core: WI

PSYC 101 General Psychology (3 SH)

An introduction to the principles, language, methods and major topics of the science of behavior and mental life. Emphasizes exploration and application in the following areas of psychology: neuroscience, human consciousness, learning, memory, motivation, development, and abnormal behavior among others. Core: SB

PSYC 202 Developmental Psychology (3 SH)

Designed to introduce the principles, theory, and methods of developmental psychology. Examines the factors affecting the development of behavior, cognition, and emotions throughout the entire lifespan. Current research relevant to the entire lifespan is reviewed and analyzed. Social and emotional issues affecting the individual, family, and community are analyzed. Core: SB

PSYC 203 Developmental Case Study (1 SH)

Designed to introduce the skills of behavioral observation based on developmental principles. A one-to-one experience with a young child using suggested activities. To be taken during or after PSYC 202. Prerequisite: minimum of two semesters previous enrollment at EMU. Registration preference given to psychology majors. Core: CL

PSYC 221 Social Psychology (3 SH)

This course examines the major variables affecting an individual's beliefs, emotions, and behavior in social situations. Topics include prosocial behavior, aggression and violence, prejudice, social perception, social cognition, attitudes, self-justification, persuasion, conformity, media influence, and attraction. Principles derived from social psychology research are applied to cultural, institutional, and group processes. Prerequisite: PSYC 101 or PSYC 202. Core: SB

PSYC 231 Applied Behavior Analysis (3 SH)

Develops students' skills of behavioral observation and analysis. Students learn to plan, conduct and evaluate programs of behavior change for themselves and others. Focuses on the ethical issues involved in the application of behavior principles to socially significant behaviors in a variety of settings.

PSYC 301 Psychology of Interpersonal Relationships (3 SH)

Provides a basic framework for conceiving of human communication as a unique combination of theoretical and practical skills. Students learn firsthand the dynamics of intrapersonal and small-group communication through a variety of activities designed to foster an increased awareness of how transactional communication works. The importance of interpersonal relationship skills in the helping professions is emphasized and an Anabaptist framework for working restoratively in community is explored in this course. Preference given to junior and senior level psychology majors.

PSYC 311 Psychological Design and Analysis (3 SH)

This course is a laboratory course designed to examine contemporary experimental work in psychology. Students will discuss experimental research and begin to develop computational expertise using JASP and Excel. This course provides exposure to psychological experimental methodologies, data analysis and application of skills learned in STAT 120 Descriptive Statistics. Prerequisite or corequisite: STAT 120. Core: WI

PSYC 331 Abnormal Psychology (3 SH)

An interdisciplinary approach to understanding abnormal (maladaptive) behavior emphasizing the crucial roles of learning and life stressors in the development and maintenance of abnormal behaviors. The clinical characteristics, causal factors and treatments of maladaptive behavior patterns are examined, including the areas of assessment, therapy and prevention. Students will also learn to identify and evaluate the accuracy of psychological disorders as depicted in popular media. Prerequisite: PSYC 101 or PSYC 202.

PSYC 342 Cognitive Psychology (3 SH)

This course explores questions about how we acquire, store, retrieve, and use knowledge. Topics such as models of memory, mental imagery, language comprehension, problem solving, decision-making, and cognitive development will be covered. The course also covers relevant content that will appear on the MCAT and an exploration of applications to health professions. Prerequisite: PSYC 101 (BMC 572)

PSYC 361 Theories of Personality (3 SH)

Empirical strategies that are particularly relevant to the study of personality process, human behavior and human experience provide a systematic study of the person. Major theories and principles of personality adjustment are studied, such as dispositional, genetic, cognitive and biological factors related to the understanding of personality. Prerequisite: PSYC 331.

PSYC 380-385 Topics in Psychology (3 SH)

Courses on a variety of topics in psychology are offered on a rotating basis depending on student and faculty interest. Topics include: cross-cultural psychology, marriage and family, introduction to clinical psychology, psychology of pop culture and theology, forensics, psychology and spirituality, creativity, and narrative psychology. Open to psychology majors only. Prerequisite: junior/senior level status.

PSYC 382 Topics in Psychology-Health Psychology (3 SH)

This course is meant as an introduction to the field of health psychology, a subspecialty of psychology that is concerned with health and illness, pain, adaptation to chronic illness, stress and coping, personality and illness, substance use, eating behaviors, health-promoting behaviors, patient adherence, physician-patient communication, and using health care. Prerequisite: PSYC 101. (Fall 2021)

PSYC 383 Topics in Psychology-Psychology and Christianity (3 SH)

An introduction to the philosophical and theoretical issues related to perceived conflicts between, and the integration of, psychology and Christian faith. The course will include an overview of the history of science and Christianity, as well as several proposed models for integrating psychological theory and practice with Christian theology. Further topics will include epistemology, grief and lament, sin and grace, and personhood. Prerequisite: PSYC 101. (Fall 2023)

PSYC 391 Introduction to Counseling (3 SH)

Counseling is studied from a Christian discipleship perspective. Emphasis is placed on understanding and developing helping skills utilized in the context of the church, mental health agencies, and school settings. Applications for counseling skills are examined along with a basic exposure to counseling theories and theories of development. Enrollment strictly limited to junior and senior psychology majors and helping professions.

PSYC 441 Teaching of Psychology (1 SH)

Students serve as teaching assistants for PSYC 101 or PSYC 202. Enrollment limited to psychology majors. Prerequisite: junior/senior level status.

PSYC 451 Neuropsychology (3 SH)

Survey of the anatomy and physiology of the nervous system, including loss of function studies and the function of sensory receptors and hormones. Emphasis is placed on the role of general neurophysiological principles that affect human behavior. (BIOL 451) (Spring 2024) Core: NS

PSYC 472 Research in Psychology (2 SH)

Introduces the essentials of designing, conducting, and evaluating research in psychology. Topics include: formulating research questions, understanding variables, research designs, control, conducting a literature review, sampling, measurement, collecting data, validity, reliability, and ethics. Both qualitative and quantitative methods are considered. Prerequisites: two semesters of successful coursework in psychology at EMU, STAT 120, PSYC 311 and PSYC 341 or PSYC 342. Core: WI

PSYC 473 Research in Psychology-Applied (2 SH)

Students complete a research project under the supervision of psychology faculty. Involves formulating a research question, conducting a literature search, collecting and analyzing data, writing and presenting a final report. Open to majors only. Prerequisite: PSYC 472.

PSYC 482 Psychology Internship I (2 SH)

Students gain field experience in a psychology related agency. The practicum is designed to begin developing students' psychological skills and abilities as professionals by utilizing previous coursework. A written plan must be approved and a contract made with the agency where the practicum work will occur. The agency and the practicum instructor provide supervision. Open to senior psychology majors only. Prerequisites: two semesters of successful coursework in psychology at EMU and PSYC 331. Core: CL

PSYC 483 Psychology Internship II (2 SH)

This capstone course builds on the field experience in Internship I. After students complete 150 hours of direct service in an area agency, they apply their learning in supervised settings by developing and presenting a case study, analyzing the integration of faith and practice, and exploring ethical decision making in the helping profession. The internship experience and processing sessions are designed to develop students' professional expertise in psychology. Open to senior psychology majors only. Prerequisite: PSYC 482. Core: CL

PSYC 499 Independent Study (1 SH)

PXD 151 Exploring Conflict and Peace (3 SH)

This course introduces students to theories, key terms, concepts, and skills related to peace and conflict in war and violence, and justice and peacebuilding. Students will discover and attend to their own conflict styles, learn about introductory skills for dealing with conflict on an interpersonal level, become familiar with factors contributing to conflict at the community, national and international levels and explore peacebuilding as a framework for addressing conflict. An overview of current global issues is central to the course along with an exploration of rights, roles and responsibilities for individuals and nations. Core: SB

PXD 225 Theories of Social Change (3 SH)

This course is designed as an introduction to key sociological theories, with a focus on how these impact the dynamics of social change. The theories covered range from micro social- psychology perspectives to macro-structural approaches. The course specifically interrogates how ideas about the nature of social relations influence our perceptions of how social systems are constructed, deconstructed and reconstructed. The course opens up the space for students to reflect on their own personal life journeys as well as provides the opportunity for vigorous debate around real-time contemporary issues and engagement with how theoretical frameworks actively shape the macro sphere and our collective lives. Most importantly, students experience how social theories are driving agents of change on the personal, local and global levels. Registration priority is given to students whose programs require this course. Prerequisite: PXD 151, SOC 101 or SOC 201 (SOC 225) Core: WI

PXD 261 Community and Conflict Analysis Techniques (3 SH)

In order to promote sustainable change, it is important to understand the context in which we work. This course provides an introduction to social situation assessment strategies and conflict analysis. Students will complete a personal and community conflict assessment and consider how such analysis supports and contributes to change efforts including development and peacebuilding practice. Registration priority is given to students whose programs require this course. (Spring 2023)

PXD 331 Restorative Justice and Trauma Awareness (3 SH)

This course will explore how traumagenic experiences influence a person’s body, social identities, and social context. In these experiences, harms are created and done to individuals, groups of people, communities, and organizations. We will explore how the values, principles, and practices of restorative justice can speak into and transform these harms. We will also explore how systems of domination and oppression create traumagenic systems designed to create harm on participants of the system. With its emphasis on theory and practice, the course is useful for those planning to work in church ministry, business, education, social work, peacebuilding, and many other areas.

PXD 335 Understanding Violent Conflict (3 SH)

This course provides an overview of explanations of violence at the personal, group, societal and national levels. Causes of violence are context-specific, multi-causal, multi-dimensional and may result from a variety of political and social, socioeconomic, and resource and environmental factors. The relationship between violence and social change will be explored. There will be special focus on explanations of war, terrorism, gun violence, and identity- based violence (gender-based, hate crimes, etc.). (Fall 2023)

PXD 341 Mediation and Facilitation (3 SH)

This course is an introduction to the theory and practice of mediation and facilitation, two processes for conflict transformation. Students will learn about conflict, group dynamics theory, teambuilding, and leadership for transforming conflict. Students demonstrate learning through role plays and facilitation on campus of conversation on issues that cause tension. With its emphasis on practical applications, the course is useful for those planning to work in church ministry, business, education, social work, and many other areas. First- and second-year students by permission of instructor only.

PXD 345 Peacebuilding Theory and Action (3 SH)

The course will explore the theoretical bases for peacebuilding analysis and action. Given the interdisciplinary nature of the field, this course will draw on a number of theoretical streams to understand the assumptions that guide peace practitioners in action and reflection on their peacebuilding efforts. Prerequisite: PXD 225 or permission of instructor.

PXD 365 Social and Political Economy (3 SH)

This course introduces students to the interdisciplinary fields of social and political economy and the role that social, economic, political, cultural and environmental/ecological processes play in shaping society. Students will consider the political economy of various social problems such as poverty, war, exploitation, and protracted social conflict. Core: WI

PXD 375 Globalization and Justice (3 SH)

The task in this class is to examine the debates about globalization. Is it new? Is it a force for good or bad? Does it bring people together or drive them apart? Is it a homogenizing or fragmenting force? What, or who, drives it? Is 'globalization' just another word for 'Westernization'? How is it being resisted? We will also engage a further set of questions concerning theology and the church. How is globalization affecting the church? What does it mean to think in terms of a church whose center of gravity is no longer Europe and North America (if it ever was)? Core: CC

PXD 431 Peacebuilding and Development Practicum (1-3 SH)

A practicum provides PXD majors (and minors by permission) opportunities for practical off-campus experience in settings related to the field. Many students complete the practicum requirement by participating in the Washington Community Scholars' Center. Other local and global placements, including the possibility of an international practicum placement through the International Peacebuilding and Development Practicum (IPDP) program, may be pursued in coordination with the student's advisor. Core: CL

PXD 432 Formation for Peacebuilding Practice (3 SH)

As individuals working for peace, social justice, reduction of violence, and the possibility of reconciliation, we are the instruments of the work. How can we best prepare ourselves to take constructive action whether in a professional role or in a personal relationship? This course will explore four areas of awareness and accountability essential for effectiveness in our action efforts. These areas of content and engagement, described more fully in the syllabus, are self-awareness, self-assessment, self-management, and self- and community care. Accelerated program students only. (PAX 532)

PXD 433 Analysis: Understanding Conflict (3 SH)

Analysis focuses on understanding the factors that cause conflict and violence and those that support peacebuilding and social justice. Good conflict and injustice analysis skills are a central component of designing effective strategies for promoting social change that transforms conflicts and supports justice. In this course, we will engage with each other and with course materials to develop and refine our skills for analyzing situations of conflict and injustice in order to identify opportunities for transformative action. We will use a variety of analytical models or lenses, including identity (gender, religion, nationality, etc.), human needs, narrative, power, culture, worldview, and others to understand conflict. We will also work with case studies of conflicts at multiple social levels (personal, relational, structural, and cultural) to practice our analysis skills and identify opportunities to take action. Accelerated program students only. (PAX 533)

PXD 435 Global Challenges, Local Struggles and Transnational Solidarities (3 SH)

This course focuses on social and global processes of transformation, local experiences and expressions, and transnational solidarities that emerge in response to these challenges. It will be concerned with institutions, relations of power, and the relationship between power and the production of justice and peacebuilding theories and practices. It will add to students’ comprehensive overview of justice and peacebuilding practice and its multi-disciplinary, multilevel aspects. Accelerated program students only. (PAX 635)

PXD 441 Leadership Practicum (1 SH)

Students gain leadership experience through leading program efforts or related student clubs in a variety of areas on campus and within the community. They reflect on leadership styles and analyze their own methods of communication and leadership through direct immersion. By permission only.

PXD 451 Program Evaluation Through Qualitative Methods (3 SH)

This course is designed to help students explore the theory and practice of program evaluation, especially if interested in working in social service, business development, mission-related programs or projects, and local or international NGOs. The course will review the current range of thinking on the philosophies, purpose, and structure of program evaluation, with an emphasis on how to use qualitative methods in evaluations. Students will gain hands-on experience in how to design an evaluation, how to determine the appropriate methods and collect data, and an analysis of ongoing program evaluation and evaluation reports. Sociological and anthropological approaches will provide the theoretical and philosophical background for our work, but the focus will be on practical applications of qualitative methodology in evaluation. Prerequisite: SOC 336 (PAX 516) (Fall 2023)

PXD 485 Global Development (3 SH)

This course introduces students to the field of global development through examining both the history of the field and the current debates and challenges faced by development practitioners. The purpose is to explore and critically evaluate the basic assumptions underlying the major competing theories and current approaches towards alleviating poverty and global inequality. This course approaches the phenomenon of development in its broadest sense as the study of change, with attention to global justice, equity, and the historical links between development, colonialism, and global capitalism. (PAX 585)

PXD 494 Foundations for Justice and Peacebuilding I (6 SH)

In this course a team of faculty members coaches students as they acquire foundational knowledge and practice the core skills for peacebuilding: analysis, theory, research, planning, and practice. Students work individually and in teams to apply theories and skills to cases that progress in complexity from interpersonal and small group to organizational level conflicts. Students also increase their self-awareness as well as their capacity for professional judgment and reflective practice. Accelerated program students only. (PAX 534)

PXD 495 Foundations for Justice and Peacebuilding II (6 SH)

In this course a team of faculty members coaches students as they further develop their knowledge and skills for dealing with conflict and situations of injustice. Students work individually and in teams to apply new ideas and skills to cases that progress in complexity from the community to the national and to the global level. Students continue to develop their self-awareness as well as their capacity for professional judgment and reflective practice. Accelerated program students only. (PAX 634)

PXD 499 Independent Study (1-4 SH)

REL 201 Introduction to Religious Studies (3 SH)

This course introduces a range of historical and contemporary approaches to the study of religion. Various theories and methodologies will be examined with special attention given to the functions of religion within culture and the insights this provides for Christians. Core: CW

REL 223 World Religions (3 SH)

A historical and comparative study of the great religions of the world in order to understand values and meaning in specific cultural settings. The religions are evaluated at the level of their own claims and in light of biblical revelation. Special attention is given to a theology of religions, to emerging models of Christian witness to other religions, and to Christian theological development in the context of non-Christian religions. Core: CC

REL 310-315 Topics in Religion (3 SH)

This course is designed to focus on issues that arise in the discipline of religious studies or at the intersection of Christian theology and other disciplines. Topics may include inter-religious dialogue, race and gender, political theory, economics, peacebuilding, and trauma theory. Consideration will be given to how theology may best enter into mutually enriching conversation with other religions and other academic disciplines.

REL 312 Topics in Religion-Women and the Bible (3 SH)

Offered in alternate years

REL 423 Judaism, Christianity, Islam-Comparative Monotheisms (3 SH)

This course will focus on the three monotheistic religions. The literature, beliefs and practices of each religion will be examined and similarities and contrasts noted. Specific religious themes will be compared in the context of the Christian interface with Judaism and Islam. (Spring 2024) Core: CW

RSM 101 Introduction to Health, Physical Education and Recreation (3 SH)

The significance and meaning of health, physical education, recreation, leisure, play, and sport in modern society are examined. Includes the theories of play, models of sport, and the recreational and sport movement in the U.S. Role and scope of health, physical education, recreation and sport programs in the community, schools, commercial, and industrial settings are examined along with an introduction to professional and career issues in the field. (PE 101)

RSM 211 Sophomore Practicum-RSM (1 SH)

This is an opportunity for majors to explore involvement in the fields of recreation leadership and sport promotion, youth ministry, or kinesiology and sport science. A seasonal-level employment or volunteer position will be secured, with a suggested clock-hour involvement of 40 hours. Options include working in a university or high school athletic department, counseling at a summer camp, high school or university athletic training operation, or a physical therapy or adult fitness facility. Assignments will include several reflective exercises asking the student to explore characteristics of the profession and personal suitability to the field. Core: CL

RSM 305 Risk Management in Recreation Sport (3 SH)

Proactive approach to managing risks associated with conducting recreation and sport related programs. This course will emphasize safety as a foundation of quality program planning. The topics include legal concepts related to specific managerial functions, impacts on functions in recreation and sport environments that result in more efficient and successful operation and protection for the organization.

RSM 309 Recreation and Sport Program and Event Planning (3 SH)

The course focuses on the principles and approaches to planning and implementing recreation and sport programs and events. A philosophical and practical basis for preparing a variety of recreation programs will be covered. Non-majors by instructor permission only. (Spring 2024) Core: WI

RSM 402 Facility Design and Supervision in Sports and Recreation (2 SH)

This class follows the facility planning and design process, from establishing and defining the need, to programmatic prioritization, to blueprint and specification development. Issues of supervision, management, and cost are considered. Applications will be for commercial and non-profit organizations; planning for both outdoor and indoor areas are addressed. (Spring 2023)

RSM 405 Recreation and Sport Administration (3 SH)

The course focuses on organization and administration practices such as budgeting and purchasing, office management, annual reports, supervision of personnel, working with boards and volunteer leaders.

RSM 411 Senior Internship (4 SH)

This course is the culminating professional development experience for recreation leadership and sport studies majors. The involvement consists of a pre-professional or entry-level position in a related organization or agency, preferably emphasizing the student's specialty or concentration. The time commitment is a minimum of 10 weeks and 160 hours. Assignments include a personal journal, a time log, and various reflective pieces asking the student to apply theory to practice, and evaluate personal suitability to the field. An on-site supervisor conducts monitoring and evaluation, with an EMU faculty assigned as institutional liaison. Prerequisites: Senior status and departmental approval. WCSC 385 may satisfy for students who have earned 90 SHs prior to enrolment in WCSC. Core: CL

RSM 499 Independent Study (1-3 SH)

SOC 101 Introduction to Sociology (3 SH)

In this course students will be introduced to the sociological method and to key theoretical perspectives that engage their sociological imagination around issues such as culture, race, gender, deviance, socialization, and stratification. This encounter will challenge students to analyze and observe life from diverse vantage points as they learn to systematically reflect on how and why individuals and groups behave as they do. Core: SB

SOC 201 Sociology of Health (3 SH)

This course examines not only the social contexts that shape health and illness but also how these critically impact the provision as well as outcomes of medical care. The course is organized around social engagement at the micro, mezzo, and macro levels. This provides the sociology content required for MCATs.

SOC 210 Social Stratification (3 SH)

This course on human behavior in the social environment focuses on theories of social stratification and inequality. Students will explore various interpretations of the causes and consequences of inequality within the United States. Enrollment priority given to majors in the department. (SOWK 210) Core: SB

SOC 225 Theories of Social Change (3 SH)

This course is designed as an introduction to key sociological theories, with a focus on how these impact the dynamics of social change. The theories covered range from micro social- psychology perspectives to macro-structural approaches. The course specifically interrogates how ideas about the nature of social relations influence our perceptions of how social systems are constructed, deconstructed and reconstructed. Most importantly, students experience how social theories are driving agents of change on the personal, local and global levels. Registration priority is given to students whose programs require this course. Prerequisite: PXD 151 or SOC 101 or SOC 201. (PXD 225) Core: WI

SOC 245 Environment and Society (3 SH)

The goal of this course is for students to develop a critical understanding of the dominant trends that have shaped environmental policy in the United States over the past 150 years. Key historical approaches include conservationism, deep ecology, ecofeminism, and the environmental justice movement. Throughout the course's duration students will interrogate how perceptions regarding the environment play a central role in regulating how they interact with their natural surroundings.

SOC 255 Social Movements (3 SH)

This course provides a sociological framework for understanding the ways that people, working together, attempt to alleviate social problems. We begin by exploring and evaluating models and tactics of making change. We then examine forms of collective behavior, ending with a focus on social movements comprised of organized groups attempting to influence various audiences. Sociological theories are applied to historical and contemporary cases that involve violent and nonviolent tactics. Offered in alternate years

SOC 315 Religion in Culture and Society (3 SH)

This course is an analysis of the social, cultural and political contexts that profoundly affect religious institutions and expressions, and upon which religion has an influence. It includes such topics as meaning and belonging, modern individualism, dynamics of religious collectives and the impact of religion on social change.  Offered through Goshen College

SOC 330 Social Justice and Social Change (3 SH)

This course begins with a history of social justice and social change as concepts in the field of sociology and then sees how this foundation influenced contemporary social justice practitioners and theorists. Particular attention is given to social movements, the role of organizing, and civil society. Theory is integrated into practical social justice methodologies and community-based learning. Particular attention is paid to issues of power and powerlessness in domestic and/or international contexts. Prerequisite: SOC 152. This course may be taken as part of the Peace and Conflict Studies minor.  Offered through Bluffton University

SOC 334 Cultural Anthropology (3 SH)

This course offers an overview of the study of culture in a globalized world. It introduces students to the field of cultural anthropology, a field that offers concepts and tools to study culture and navigate the complex, multicultural, and changing realities of the world around them. Students will learn to appreciate cultural diversity and cross-cultural engagement, gaining a deeper understanding of their role as agents of social change. Core: CC

SOC 336 Methods of Social Research (3 SH)

The course provides an introduction to social research methods and prepares students to analyze, interpret, and critique quantitative social science research. Over the course of the semester students design and develop a research proposal. At various times during the semester the class will meet in a computer laboratory in order to access research tools and statistical software. Enrollment priority given to majors in the department. Prerequisite: STAT 120 and one of the following: SOC 101, SOC 201, POL 111, POL 113, PXD 151, GS 101.

SOC 340 Family in Social Context (3 SH)

Students explore contemporary family structure and dynamics from historical, cross- cultural, developmental, and practical perspectives. This course provides an overview of courtship, marriage, gender roles, parenting, aging, family crisis, and conflict resolution. Core: SB

SOC 351-355 Topics in Sociology (3 SH)

Courses on a variety of topics in sociology are offered on a rotating basis depending on student and faculty interest SOC 350 Urban Sociology (3 SH) In this course students explore their connection to an increasingly urban world by examining patterns of urban settlement, theories of urbanism, the "community question," and the problems and possibilities of urban life through the perspectives of urban planning. The course includes a focus on the roles of race and class as factors influencing social interaction and use of space in urban environments. Prerequisite: SOC 101 or SOC 201. (offered every three years) (Spring 2023)

SOC 351 Topics in Sociology-Religion in Culture and Society (3 SH)

An analysis of the social, cultural and political contexts that profoundly affect religious institutions and expressions, and upon which religion has an influence. Course includes such topics as meaning and belonging, modern individualism, dynamics of religious collectives and the impact of religion on social change. This course is taught in a distance education format as part of the Mennonite Sociology Collaborative.

SOC 360 Criminology (3 SH)

This course is an introduction to crime and society centered on criminological theories and methods and the ways such theories are integrated within public policy and the criminal justice system. Content also includes an examination of alternative forms of justice and restorative approaches. Prerequisite: SOC 101 or SOC 201. (Spring 2024)

SOC 362 Criminal Justice (2 SH)

This course is designed to provide a basic foundation for understanding the different components of our criminal justice system, including Law Enforcement, Courts, and Corrections. Additionally, this course will cover Victimology (Crime Victims' Rights Movement, patterning of victimization, costs and consequences of victimization, victims' role within the criminal justice system, Victim Impact Statements, and victim advocacy), as well as Crime Prevention (primary/secondary/tertiary techniques, local programs, and role of Restorative Justice). (Spring 2023)

SOC 375 Community Development (3 SH)

In this course we consider how communities differ from place to place and learn about community-based organizations working in and around DC to improve local neighborhoods. Community development focuses on meeting the needs of places that have been marginalized from political and economic power: communities with limited access to good schools, jobs, adequate housing, quality food, and other resources that make life easier and more fulfilling. We learn about the ways people work together to improve neighborhoods, to access external resources, and to more fully meet the needs of their neighbors. Core: SB, WCSC

SOC 385 Community Organizing and Development Internship (3 SH)

Faculty and staff at the Washington Community Scholars' Center (http://emu.edu/wcsc/ ) work with students to place them in internships in and around DC that meet their disciplinary and career goals and that fall within the diverse fields of community organizing and community development. Both community organizing and community development are rooted in efforts to address place-based disadvantage and draw on a common set of analyses of the geography of inequality and the ways that race contours that landscape. Refer to the WCSC website for a directory of recent internship placements: http://emu.edu/wcsc/internships/ . Core: CC, WCSC

SOC 392 Junior Seminar in Social Research (3 SH)

Students examine the philosophy of science in sociology and gain experience in the practice of social research through work on individual projects. To be taken spring semester of the junior year. Offered as part of the sociology online collaborative. Prerequisite: SOC 336. Core: WI

SOC 409 Field Experience in Sociology (3 SH)

Experience in the practice of sociological analysis or social research outside the classroom. Corequisite or prerequisite: SOC 392. Core: CL

SOC 410 Senior Capstone (1 SH)

This course is designed as a summative experience for sociology majors. Questions related to academic conferences, resume writing, graduate school application, and sociology as a vocation will be addressed. Students may complete their research and writing, culminating in a formal presentation of their work. Prerequisite: SOC 392.

SOC 430 Environmental Justice (3 SH)

This course provides an examination of structural patterns of injustice around environmental harms and benefits.  We examine the history and construction of environmental problems and paradigms and the development of an environmental justice discourse brought about through social movements.  Through selected case studies we explore an array of issues, including climate justice, electronic waste trade, water rights, urban greenspace, “natural” disaster, internal colonialism, and war.  The course is designed to complement and enrich students’ studies in a host of fields, including public health, urban planning, public administration, community organizing, humanitarian aid, engineering, and law.  Prioritized enrollment is given to students completing the environmental justice minor.  Prerequisite: junior or senior standing. (Spring 2024)

SOC 442 Teaching of Sociology (1-3 SH)

Students interested in mentored teaching practice have the opportunity through this class to cultivate professional skills and to deepen understanding of discipline-specific content. Students can earn credit by serving as teaching assistants for SOC 101 or PXD 151. Enrollment is limited to majors or minors in the department. Prerequisite: junior/ senior status by permission only.

SOC 470 Community Organizing and Nonviolent Mobilization for Social Change (3 SH)

This course is an introduction to the history, theories, and tactics of community organizing in the United States since the early 20th century. Community organizing is fundamentally a project of power building within and among groups of people marginalized from existing power structures. In this class, we begin by asking what community is and how power functions and proceed to learn about issues, tactics, and campaigns that have been used in fights for local change over the past century and continue to be used today. We work to understand how local concerns and campaigns to address them are situated within larger structures of power and inequality. (PAX 570)

SOC 499 Independent Study (1-3 SH)

SOWK 101 Exploring Social Work (3 SH)

This entry-level course introduces the core competencies, skills, ethics and values necessary for generalist social work practice in contemporary society. Services, policies and practices are presented along with the unique experiences of marginalized populations affected by various social problems. Students participate in human service agency visits and engage in a 20-hour community learning volunteer experience. Core: CL

SOWK 200 Social Behavior and Diversity (3 SH)

Social work has historically used the idea of person-in-environment and has developed a multidimensional understanding of human behavior inclusive of human diversity related to gender, class, race and ethnicity, culture, sexual orientation, and disability. This course follows a multidimensional approach highlighting case studies and focusing on biological, psychological, social, and spiritual dimensions of persons; as well as multiple contextual dimensions of environment including physical, cultural, social structural, family, small group, organizational, community, and social movement. Core: SB

SOWK 210 Social Stratification (3 SH)

This course on human behavior in the social environment focuses on theories of social stratification and inequality. Students will explore various interpretations of the causes and consequences of inequality within the United States. Enrollment priority given to Applied Social Sciences majors (social work, sociology, peacebuilding, sustainability, global studies). (SOC 210) Core: SB

SOWK 220 History and Philosophy of Social Welfare (3 SH)

This course explores the historical roots of social welfare and the development of social welfare philosophy and policy in the United States through a historical overview of society's helping process toward diverse populations-at risk. This course describes and critiques historical and current social welfare organizations - their policies, programs, and services. Attention is given to developing professional values to undergird the helping process. Recommended prerequisite: SOWK 101

SOWK 310 Social Work Practice I (3 SH)

This course focuses on common models and theoretical frameworks that guide direct social work practice, client assessment and intervention. The course provides structured practice of the fundamental interpersonal skills required for effective social work practice teaching interviewing skills, critical thinking about interview processes, and the stages of the social work helping process (from intake through termination). Students will learn strength-based client assessment, apply social work ethical principles to learning exercises and real or simulated case situations that evolve their understanding of professional social work roles and responsibilities. Restricted to students who have formally declared their social work major with the registrar's office. Prerequisites: SOWK 101, SOWK 200 or PSYC 202

SOWK 330 Social Policy Analysis (3 SH)

This course provides an overview of social welfare policy (including social insurance, public welfare, and social services) in the global context. Generalist social work practitioners need to understand how global, national, state, and local policies affect the delivery of human services, and the importance of social work advocacy both on behalf of vulnerable populations, and the organizations and programs that address human social problems. Students engage in research, analysis and critique of a national or state level social problem and its historic and contemporary social welfare policy responses. This course builds on content introduced in SOWK 220 Social Welfare History and Philosophy. Core: WI

SOWK 360 Race and Gender (3 SH)

This course focuses on the systemic nature of racism and sexism in the United States. Students will explore the social patterns and history that shaped these realities. And they will look at how class, poverty, age, education, power, and other elements contribute to social inequality related to race and gender. Students will develop conceptual tools that lead to informed, reflective and transformative interpersonal and institutional practices and policies. Prerequisite: SOC 101, SOC 201 or PSYC 101. Core: CC

SOWK 400 Social Work Practice II (3 SH)

Social Work Practice II highlights Strengths-Based and Trauma Informed Approaches to generalist practice at the Mezzo level. Students learn a working model for knowing and doing in social work practice oriented around common challenges of living including: poverty, violence, child maltreatment, trauma, substance abuse, and depression. Activities and assignments provide opportunities for students to use direct interaction skills with groups, and to enhance writing and research skills in a collaborative task group. Skill development includes effective communication, professional boundary setting, collecting and assessing information, documentation, and maintaining professional values and ethical standards. Restricted to social work majors accepted into the social work program. Prerequisite: SOWK 310. Core: WI

SOWK 410 Social Work Practice III (3 SH)

Social Work Practice III focuses on social work macro practice at the group, community, and organizational levels. Practice III builds on generalist social work practice introduced in Practice I (Micro), Practice II (Mezzo), and policy practice introduced Social Policy Analysis. Course texts present holistic approaches to practice encompassing mind, body, spirit, and environment. Sustainability at the macro level as well as the personal-professional level is a thematic emphasis of the course. Students observe and evaluate ideas regarding communities, leadership of agencies and organizations, advocacy and interagency collaboration, and enhance self-understanding for practice in preparation for professional BSW macro roles and responsibilities. Restricted to social work majors accepted into the social work program. Prerequisite: SOWK 310.

SOWK 420 Topics in Social Work (3 SH)

A Topics in Social Work course is an upper level elective course from any department chosen to deepen understanding of a topic relevant to social work practice or a special population of interest. Students are encouraged to work with their advisor to choose a course that furthers the student's unique interests and professional use of self for practice. The following courses are pre-approved social work topics courses: PSYC 331 Abnormal Psychology, PSYC 391 Introduction to Counseling, PXD 341 Mediation and Facilitation, PXD 331 Restorative Justice and Trauma Awareness, PXD 451 Program Evaluation through Qualitative Methods, PXD 335 Understanding Violent Conflict, PXD 375 Globalization and Justice, SOC 330 Family in the Social Context, SOC 360 Criminology, SOC 334 Cultural Anthropology, and CCSSC 387 The Urban Landscape.

SOWK 430 Senior Practicum in Social Work (12 SH)

The senior practicum is a semester-long, capstone experience for the social work major. Students complete a 430-hour placement in an approved organizational setting. The practicum is designed to provide students with opportunities to integrate and apply social work knowledge, values, and skills in real practice situations in a purposeful, intentional, and professional manner to promote human and community well-being. The student performs social work roles and responsibilities similar to those of a new staff member logging between 30-32 hours a week. Students are expected to engage in beginning generalist social work practice with attention to implementation of the nine CSWE core competencies for social work practice. The practicum seminar class, taken concurrently with practicum, assists students with further application and integration of social work knowledge, values, skills, and integration of cognitive and affective responses to practicum experiences as identified by the nine CSWE core competencies. Core: CL

SOWK 441 Leadership Practicum (1 SH)

Students gain leadership experience through leading program efforts in a variety of areas on campus and within the community. They reflect on leadership styles and analyze their own methods of communication and leadership through direct immersion. By permission only.

SOWK 499 Independent Study (3 SH)

SPAN 110 Elementary Spanish I (3 SH)

The fundamentals of Spanish through listening, speaking, reading and writing, including practice in pronunciation and development of comprehension. Regular oral practice with a native-speaker language assistant. This course is typically appropriate for students with no Spanish language background or with a maximum of one year of high school Spanish. Core: CC

SPAN 120 Elementary Spanish II (3 SH)

Continuation of SPAN 110. Regular oral practice with a native-speaker language assistant. A student may not receive credit for both SPAN 120 and SPAN 130. This course is typically appropriate for students who have completed SPAN 110 Elementary I or who have had one to two years of high school Spanish. Prerequisite: SPAN 110. Core: CC

SPAN 130 Elementary Spanish in Review (3 SH)

This course is designed for high-beginning college students. It aims at reviewing concepts already learned in one or two years of language study in high school, and having students prepared for further study at the intermediate level. Covers in one semester the same material covered in SPAN 110 and SPAN 120. Regular oral practice with a native-speaker language assistant. A student may not receive credit for both SPAN 120 and SPAN 130.

SPAN 210 Intermediate Spanish I (3 SH)

This courses focuses on conversational themes. Students will increase oral and written fluency, cultural understanding, and compare Hispanic culture to their own native culture. The course engages learners in speaking, listening, and writing activities based on communicative and task-based approaches to reinforce and review core functional-linguistic structures (narrating in the present and past tenses; expressing beliefs, opinions and other discourse tasks; distinguishing between verbs "ser" and "estar"; expressing likes and dislikes; giving commands and/or guidelines; talking about real, imagined, and future events). Students discuss short films and cultural readings and regularly attend conversation sessions with a native-speaker language assistant. This course is typically appropriate for students who have had three or four years of high school Spanish. Prerequisite: SPAN 120, SPAN 130 or equivalent. Core: CC

SPAN 220 Intermediate Spanish II (3 SH)

This course is a continuation of SPAN 210 and focuses on conversational themes. Students will increase oral and written fluency, cultural understanding, and compare Hispanic culture to their own native culture. The course engages learners in speaking, listening, and writing activities based on communicative and task-based approaches to reinforce and review core functional-linguistic structures (narrating in the present and past tenses; expressing more complex opinions and feelings about recent and past events; discuss hypothetical situations; use grammar structures specific to oral and written language; articulate specific preferences; and express agreement or disagreement). Students discuss short films and cultural readings and regularly attend conversation sessions with a native-speaker language assistant. This course is typically appropriate for students who have had four or five years of high school Spanish. Prerequisite: SPAN 210 or equivalent.

SPAN 231 Intermediate Spanish for Healthcare Professionals I (3 SH)

SPAN 231-232 is an online, eight-week summer course for healthcare workers that seeks to increase their effectiveness in communicating with Spanish speaking clients and co-workers. This course emphasizes the development of reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills within a medical context. Topics include how to greet patients, brief conversations, preliminary patient information, checking into the hospital, at the pediatrician's office, at the gynecologist's office, and other general health subjects. Students will acquire and use medical vocabulary and forms and structures; explore healthcare issues affecting the Hispanic world; and read about and discuss Hispanic culture. With a conversation assistant and/or classmates, students will record and role-play typical doctor/patient interactions, as well as other medical situations. Prerequisite: SPAN 110, SPAN 120, SPAN 130, or equivalent level of study in high school. This course is not designed for heritage or native speakers. Offered occasionally Core: CC

SPAN 232 Intermediate Spanish for Healthcare Professionals II (3 SH)

SPAN 231-232 is an online, eight-week summer course for healthcare workers that seeks to increase their effectiveness in communicating with Spanish speaking clients and co-workers. This course emphasizes the development of reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills within a medical context. Topics include how to greet patients, brief conversations, preliminary patient information, checking into the hospital, at the pediatrician's office, at the gynecologist's office, and other general health subjects. Students will acquire and use medical vocabulary and forms and structures; explore healthcare issues affecting the Hispanic world; and read about and discuss Hispanic culture. With a conversation assistant and/or classmates, students will record and role-play typical doctor/patient interactions, as well as other medical situations. Prerequisite: SPAN 110, SPAN 120, SPAN 130, or equivalent level of study in high school. This course is not designed for heritage or native speakers. Offered occasionally Core: CC

SPAN 301 The Art of Storytelling (3 SH)

This conversational course is an exploration of the art of storytelling. Students will tell, read, and write short stories. We will focus on important decisions authors make regarding how to write a story: the nature of narrative voice, plot details, character development, symbols, and metaphors. Students will examine the structure and themes of short stories authored by Esteban Echeverría, Jorge Luis Borges, Juan Rulfo, Julio Cortázar, Elena Poniatowska, Isabel Allende, and Rosario Ferré (Fall 2024) Note: Spanish is the primary language of instruction for all courses in the 300-and 400- levels. Core: CC, LI

SPAN 302 Flavors of Hispanic Culture (3 SH)

This conversational course offers a close understanding of Hispanic culture through a variety of food that mirrors diversity, history, traditions, believes, national and cultural identity, collective memories and taboos. The course covers from ancestral food practices prior to the encounter with the European colonists to contemporary culinary expressions of Hispanic dishes existent in many homes, poetry, novels, movies and songs of the diverse and multifaceted Hispanic kitchen. (Fall 2023) Note: Spanish is the primary language of instruction for all courses in the 300- and 400- levels. Core: CC

SPAN 303 Dictatorships and Social Movements (3 SH)

This conversational course explores the dictatorships and social movements surrounding the Mexican Revolution, Cuban Revolution, The Spanish Civil War, and the dictatorships of the Southern Cone, and others. Students will examine the sociohistorical circumstances that lead to dictatorship, characteristics of dictatorships, and the various methods activists took up to denounce them and free their countries from oppression. Through a deep understanding of these histories, students will question the nature of democracy and evaluate the post- dictatorship societies. Note: Spanish is the primary language of instruction for all courses in the 300- and 400- levels. Core: CC, HI

SPAN 310 Advanced Conversations and Readings (3SH)

Advanced Conversation and Readings is designed to improve grammatical analysis, increase accuracy, and develop speaking and listening skills as well as students’ knowledge of Hispanic cultures and societies. This course is intended to prepare native and non-native speakers of Spanish for the reading demands and academic language expectations of upper-level SPAN courses through the use of authentic texts and practical exercises. (Offered every 4 years, Fall 2022) Note: Spanish is the primary language of instruction for all courses in the 300-and 400- levels. Core: CC

SPAN 320 Constructing Identities (3 SH)

SPAN 320 is one of two critical thinking and composition courses at the 300 level with emphasis on analytical reading and writing skills necessary for upper level coursework. Students will practice journalistic and analytical writing while reading and discussing topics related to love, globalization, and gender. The successful SPAN 320 student will be able to discuss the interaction between the self and environment both in the spoken and written modalities. (Can fulfill a portion of Spanish Ed. Pre-K-12 licensure requirements.) (Fall 2022) Note: Spanish is the primary language of instruction for all courses in the 300- and 400- levels. Core: CC, WI

SPAN 325 The Latino Experience (3 SH)

SPAN 325 is one of two critical thinking and composition courses at the 300 level with emphasis on analytical reading and writing skills necessary for upper level coursework. The topic of Critical Thinking and Composition B is The Latino Experience. Students will practice argumentative writing while reading and discussing topics related to Spanish-speaking populations in the United States and the world. The successful SPAN 325 student will be able to discuss the role of voice in identity both in the spoken and written modalities. (Can fulfill a portion of Spanish Ed. Pre-K-12 licensure requirements.) (Fall 2023) Note: Spanish is the primary language of instruction for all courses in the 300- and 400- levels. Core: CC, WI

SPAN 330 Immigration Issues (3 SH)

This course combines experiential community learning in the local Latino community with in-depth research and reflection on local, national and global immigration/migration issues. Community-learning combines academic study with concrete service to the community. It engages students in understanding the community in which they work, requires thoughtful reflection on their experiences, and stimulates critical thinking and academic research. Class discussions will focus on readings, documentary films, personal immigrant stories, student service experiences, etc. (Spring 2024) Note: Spanish is the primary language of instruction for all courses in the 300- and 400- levels. Core: CC, CL

SPAN 335 Spanish of the United States (3 SH)

This course provides a critical overview of the linguistic practices of Spanish-speaking communities in the United States. The class focuses on the historical migration paths of Honduran, Salvadoran, Guatemalan, and Mexican communities. The main goal is to develop critical and linguistic awareness about the dynamic encounter between Spanish and English in the United States: the shaping of Spanish and English, practices of language use, attitudes, and stereotypes. (Spring 2023) Note: Spanish is the primary language of instruction for all courses in the 300- and 400- levels. Core: CC

SPAN 340 Introduction to Spanish Translation and Interpretation (3 SH)

This course provides an introduction to two different professions and skill sets: translation (written translation from Spanish to English and English to Spanish) and interpretation (oral translation from Spanish to English and English to Spanish). Emphasis is on the practice of translating from Spanish to English in a variety of prose styles and working as translation teams. Additionally, students will be introduced to and practice consecutive and simultaneous oral interpretation. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the processes involved in and skills necessary and professional and ethical standards for translation and interpretation. Offered in alternate years. Note: Spanish is the primary language of instruction for all courses in the 300-and 400- levels. Core: CC

SPAN 360 Spanish for Health Care Professionals (3 SH)

This course enables students to develop their proficiency in medical Spanish and inter- cultural competence so that they are able to communicate effectively with Spanish-speaking patients or to be a competent patient in a variety of health care situations. Key global health issues and the role of new health technologies are explored in the context of global health challenges and medical ethics as well as the role of national health care systems, international organizations, NGOs, and social movements in promoting health. (Spring 2023) Note: Spanish is the primary language of instruction for all courses in the 300- and 400- levels. Core: CC, CL

SPAN 395 Survey of Hispanic Literature (3 SH)

This course offers a panoramic view of Hispanic literature, both from Spain and Latin America, from its origin as a dialect of Latin to the present global language, pointing out its most important stages. The student will develop the necessary tools to read literary texts for analysis. Students will engage with texts produced by the formative voices in the Spanish languages. Texts such as Lazarillo de Tormes, Don Quijote, the works of Borges, Rulfo, Garcia Marquez, Allende, Poniatowska, Garcia Lorca and others will become an important base from which reading and writing strategies, general culture and humanistic values can be learned through the rest of the upper-level SPAN courses. (Offered every 4 years, Spring 2024) Note: Spanish is the primary language of instruction for all courses in the 300- and 400- levels. Core: CC, LI

SPAN 415 Introduction to Spanish Phonetics and Pronunciation (3 SH)

Intro to Spanish Phonetics and Pronunciation serves any advanced level Spanish speakers, both heritage speakers and speakers of Spanish as a foreign language, in their desire to gain clarity and accuracy in their own pronunciation. In the course of the semester the students will travel through the phonology of the Spanish language, including the phonetic landscape and minor variations. The course will provide an introduction to transcription, phonology, morphology and syntax in the language as well as provide an overview of linguistic change and brief introduction of geographic variation and will guide students as they hone their own accents in Spanish into a clear and easily understood variation free of influence from other languages. (Can fulfill a portion of Spanish Ed. Pre-K-12 licensure requirements.) (Fall 2024) Note: Spanish is the primary language of instruction for all courses in the 300-and 400- levels. Core: CC

SPAN 425 Indigenous People and Conquest (3 SH)

This course first explores the rich history, culture, and sociopolitical structure of the Aztec, Maya, and Inca civilizations prior to the conquest of the Americas. Additionally, this course prepares students to engage in the study of myths surrounding the conquest of the Americas and the role indigenous allies, Africans, and traitors to the Spanish crown played in the conquest and exploration of the New World. This course will also provide students with contemporary cultural knowledge of present-day indigenous culture, transculturation, struggles, and survival in the modern nationstate. (Fall 2023) Note: Spanish is the primary language of instruction for all courses in the 300- and 400- levels. Core: CC, HI

SPAN 435 Hispanic Linguistic Variation and Advanced Grammar (3 SH)

Hispanic Linguistic Variation and Advanced Grammar focuses on how Spanish is spoken in different places, how linguists observe such variation, and how recognizing linguistic variation can become a bridge to the individual. Students will be exposed to variations in morphology, phonology, and syntax based on diachronic (historic) variation, diatopic (geographic) variation, diastratic (social) variation, and diaphasic (level of formality) variation. Students will learn historical methods of classifying the variations of Spanish and will be trained to recognize origins of Spanish speakers based on their accents. (Can fulfill a portion of Spanish Ed. Pre-K-12 licensure requirements.) (Offered every 4 years, Fall 2022) Note: Spanish is the primary language of instruction for all courses in the 300- and 400- levels. Core: CC 

SPAN 470 Spanish Internship (1-3 SH)

The Professional Internship Program is a cooperative endeavor among upper-level students, the community and the language and literature department. An internship provides an opportunity for students to explore career options and to extend their classroom experiences and learning with both job-related and academic responsibilities. Department approval needed one semester in advance.  This course is graded on a P/F basis. Note: Spanish is the primary language of instruction for all courses in the 300-and 400- levels. Core: CC, CL

SPAN 499 Independent Study (1-3 SH)

Advanced work in literature, conversation or composition. Note: Spanish is the primary language of instruction for all courses in the 300-and 400- levels.

SRSEM 460 Business Ethics (3 SH)

In this course, the student formulates a philosophy of life, providing the base for such concerns as ethics in business, accountability in government, respect for human rights, and a responsible lifestyle in our contemporary world. With a focus on three basic ethical perspectives - virtue theory, deontological theory, and utilitarianism, ethical theories and personal values are examined through readings, analysis of the workplace, and classroom discussion.

SRSML 450 Issues and Values (3 SH)

In this course the student formulates a philosophy of life that provides the basis for professional ethics and accountability, respect for human rights, and a responsible lifestyle in our contemporary world. Ethical theories and personal values are examined through readings, analysis of the workplace, and classroom discussion. Offered through Lancaster

SRSML 460 Business Ethics (3 SH)

In this course, the student formulates a philosophy of life, providing the base for such concerns as ethics in business, accountability in government, respect for human rights, and a responsible lifestyle in our contemporary world. With a focus on three basic ethical perspectives - virtue theory, deontological theory, and utilitarianism, ethical theories and personal values are examined through readings, analysis of the workplace, and classroom discussion. Offered through Lancaster

SSC 490 Social Sciences Capstone (2 SH)

This course provides a cumulative and integrative experience that ties together key learning objectives with reflections on vocation and career for majors in the Social Sciences. These conversations will be carried out through class presentations, readings, discussions, and interactions with professors as well as guest speakers, field visits, and community engagement.

STAT 120 Descriptive Statistics (2 SH)

Displays of data, measures of center and spread, correlation, normal distributions, and interpretation of statistical tests. Spreadsheets will be used throughout the course. Credit will not be given for both this course and STAT 140. Core:

STAT 133 Topics in Statistics (2 SH)

The content of this course will vary based on student and faculty interest. Possible topics include nonparametric statistics, data visualization, the statistical programming language R, and a theme-based course on a culturally relevant topic.  Statistical software will likely be a large component of the course, regardless of the topic. Prerequisite: STAT 120 or instructor approval. (Spring 2024)

STAT 140 Elementary Statistics (3 SH)

This general education course provides an introduction to descriptive and inferential statistics. Topics include correlation, normal distributions, confidence intervals, and hypothesis testing. Spreadsheets will be introduced and used throughout the course. Credit will not be given for both this course and STAT 120 or STAT 220.  Core: MATH. Offered through Lancaster

STAT 150 Data Visualization (2 SH)

This course examines the history, analysis, and creation of data visualizations. Students will learn to critique data visualizations ranging from the simple to the complex, and from the misleading to the powerfully informative. Opportunities to create data visualization will be presented in accordance with each student’s technical skills. CORE: Math

STAT 160 Statistical Methods (3 SH)

This is an introduction into the study of statistics.  The goal of the class is to expose the student to basic statistical ideas and concepts.  The emphasis of the class is on statistical logic, recognition of basic statistical methods, and evaluation of statistical research. There will be a minimum of mathematical theory and computation. (intended for LOM students)

STAT 220 Inferential Statistics (2 SH)

Normal and binomial distributions, confidence intervals, P-values, correlation, and one- and two-sample hypothesis tests, using statistical software. Prerequisite: STAT 120 or instructor approval. (Students wishing to take STAT 220 who have not taken STAT 120 (or an equivalent course) should work through an EMU-provided module that will acquaint them with means, standard deviation, and the standard normal distribution.) Core: MATH

STAT 230 Regression and ANOVA (2 SH)

Linear and multiple regression, logistic regression, one-way and two-way Analysis of Variance, statistical software. Prerequisite: STAT 220. Core: MATH

THEO 201 Introduction to Theology (3 SH)

An overview of the role that theological reflection plays in the life of the believer and the church. Students will be exposed to different methods and understandings of theology, major issues in the history of theology, and key contemporary theological issues and debates. Core: CW

THEO 312 Topics in Christian Theology (3 SH)

An advanced study of key thinkers and topics in theology in order to more fully develop skills of theological analysis, discussion and presentation. Students gain an appreciation of the role of theology within the life of the church to become better prepared for a role in the church's theological task. Provides an intensive setting for reflection on theological understandings and inter-disciplinary conversation with theology. Core: CW

THEO 323 Biblical Theology of Peace and Justice (3 SH)

In this course, students study biblical materials relating to peace and justice. Aspects of the study are the Old Testament's vision of creation, fall, deliverance, covenant, law, and prophetic critique; the New Testament's portrayal of Jesus, the One who fulfills the Old Testament prophetic vision—bringing salvation and establishing a community of justice and peace; the early church's interpretation of Jesus; and consideration of how the biblical vision of peace and justice applies to our modern world. Core: ABP

THEO 412 Liberation Theologies (3 SH)

Liberation theology names the effort to understand and interpret the gospel through conscious and reflective deliberation within experiences of injustice, inequality, violence, and oppression. This course will explore some of the various expressions that have arisen under the banner of liberation, such as Black theology, feminist theology, queer theology, and theology in the face of empire. (Fall 2023) Core: CW

THEO 499 Independent Study (1-3 SH)

THR 100 Acting for the Stage and Screen (2 SH)

This course helps students of all disciplines unleash their creativity as they explore the fundamentals of acting for theater and cinema. Students will gain skills in speaking and textual analysis as they learn to connect with their bodies. This class will also make students more informed audience members of plays and films. Core: CA

THR 200 Survey of World Theater History (2 SH)

This course covers major movements in world theater history, beginning with the Greeks and ending with contemporary experimental performance. Students will read plays and theoretical texts and watch films so that they gain a full understanding of the intersection of text, theory, and performance spectacle in world theatre styles. Much emphasis will be placed on non-Western performance styles. Core: HI, LI

THR 210 Technical Theater (2 SH)

This course covers basic stagecraft and design. It includes hands on experience in rendering, model-building, and drafting that will allow students to realize their own creative design. Students may also contribute to the design and construction of public performances at EMU. Core: CA

THR 230-235 Topics in Theater (2 SH)

Various theater topics are offered depending upon student interest and faculty availability. Recurring topics courses are in technical theater and other areas of specialization that provide students with a broad understanding of the discipline. Core: CA

THR 230 Topics in Theater-Solo Performance (2 SH)

This course is a vital part of the contemporary theater scene and an excellent way for artists to acquire various acting, directing, technical, and creative writing skills that will aid them in the development of original work in non-traditional and traditional theater settings. Through intensive creative writing exercises, self-reflection, dramaturgical research, and performance practice, students will mine their own stories and the stories of others in order to craft original solo performance pieces. The writing process will be particularly emphasized through the submission of various written assignments and drafts of the final performance scripts. The scripts will also be workshopped with peers. The student's work will culminate in a performance showcase, and their work may be further developed to be shared in more public formats. Students will also engage with a variety of solo performance works, i.e. texts and live performances, from the 20th and 21st centuries and use them as inspiration for their own solo performance pieces. (THR 361; students should take THR 361 to receive WI credit) (Fall 2022)

THR 231 Topics in Theater-Musical Theater (2 SH)

Integrating practice with history and theory, this course examines the use of music in theater from the advent of opera in Renaissance Italy to the American Broadway musical. Students will perform songs and engage with dance/movement as they learn to become better performers and more informed audience members. Students with all levels of experience from absolute beginner to seasoned performer are welcome! (CMUS 205) Offered in alternate years Core: CA

THR 232 Topics in Theater-Yoga and Movement (2 SH)

Students will learn basic to advanced yoga poses as they become more physically fit and aware of their bodies. Students from all academic disciplines are welcome! Offered in alternate years Core: CA

THR 233 Topics in Theater-Dance and Movement (1 SH)

The Dance and Movement course offers class instruction designed to acquaint students with basic movement techniques and provides an introductory overview of various styles of dance.

THR 234 Topics in Theater-Summer Musical Theater Program (2 SH)

Students will take classes in acting, dance, voice, and technical theater (costume, set, and lighting). The program culminates in a production of a major musical. (Summer 2022)

THR 281 Acting Practicum (1-3 SH)

Students may earn 1 credit per 40 hours of work on an EMU theater production. A total of 3 credit hours may be earned in one semester.

THR 300 Directing for the Theater (2 SH)

Students learn basic principles of stage direction and apply them in production-oriented settings. This course may culminate in the direction of original student work, including short plays developed in the Playwriting course or devised/movement pieces. These may be performed publicly. Core: CA

THR 350 Technical Theater Practicum (1-3 SH)

Students may earn 1 credit per 40 hours of work on an EMU theater production. A total of 3 credit hours may be earned in one semester. Practicum credits may be earned.

THR 351 Stage Management Practicum (1-3 SH)

Students may earn 1 credit per 40 hours of work on an EMU theater production. A total of 3 credit hours may be earned in one semester. 

THR 352 Assistant Directing (1-3 SH)

Students may earn 1 credit per 40 hours of work on an EMU theater production. A total of 3 credit hours may be earned in one semester. 

THR 353 Dramaturgy (1-3 SH)

Students may earn 1 credit per 40 hours of work on an EMU theater production. A total of 3 credit hours may be earned in one semester.

THR 360 Playwriting (2 SH)

Through various writing exercises and play readings, students work towards crafting original short plays. Much emphasis is placed on helping students collaborate with actors as they workshop their plays/screenplays. Some plays may be selected for a showcase of new student plays during the academic year. Core: CA, WI

THR 361 Screenwriting (2 SH)

Through various writing exercises and film viewings, students work towards crafting original short screenplays. Much emphasis is placed on helping students collaborate with actors as they workshop their screenplays. Students may also collaborate with VACA students on the development of narrative films or choose to created films based on their own screenplays through the VACA course entitled Visual Storytelling: Fiction. Offered in alternate years Core: CA, WI

THR 499 Independent Study (1-3 SH)

VACA 112 Digital Photography (3 SH)

VACA 112 is an introduction to photography using the digital format.  The emphasis will be on composition, artistic personal expression and the use of new media technology.  Aesthetics and the creative process begin the class.  Understanding fundamental photography issues, light, composition, camera operation, and digital editing are covered.  Photographing people, communicating an idea, and design assignments are explored.  Core: CA

VACA 121 Drawing (4 SH)

This course is designed to develop confidence in drawing and build basic drawing and perceptual skills. A variety of drawing media, techniques and conceptual approaches will be used. Core: CA

VACA 131 Three Dimensional Design (4 SH)

Three-Dimensional Design develops a fundamental understanding of a variety of techniques, processes, and styles in three-dimensional media. Students will be challenged to become thoughtful of formal and conceptual concerns in art, while investigating the technical aspects of three-dimensional design. Students will gain practical experience by using various materials as well as by employing compositional and conceptual theories to create sculptures. (Fall 2022) Core: CA

VACA 141 Foundations of Design (4 SH)

This foundational class for Visual and Communication Arts emphasizes visual skills and creative problem-solving related to principles of design in two-dimensional art. Students explore the elements of composition and color theory through hands-on studio work and digital design tools. Core: CA

VACA 142 Graphic Design I (2 SH)

Using a process approach, students will learn to utilize Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign as they pertain to contemporary graphic design. The class will explore the relationship between image, typography and other visual elements in order to learn the basics of good design.

VACA 151 Photography I (2 SH)

This hands-on course introduces students to digital imaging processes that include camera acquisition, digital image correction, and output. Students gain foundational skills in photographic composition and digital image manipulation as well as a basic understanding of how digital images may be employed in digital media and art production. Core: CA

VACA 221 Watercolor Painting (3 SH)

This course provides an introduction to watercolor for beginning painters and those interested in adding color drawings and sketches. This course covers a variety of techniques including washes, wet-in-wet, wet-on-dry, monotypes, pen-and-ink with color tinting. Students will also have opportunity for skill development following demonstrations with guided and independent practice. When the weather is especially lovely we'll move the classroom outside and enjoy plein air painting. Offered summers only. Core: CA

VACA 222 Painting (4 SH)

An introduction to painting in water-mixable oil or acrylic media. This course is designed to develop confidence in painting along with basic techniques and perceptual skills. A variety of approaches are used. Core: CA

VACA 232 Ceramics (4 SH)

Ceramics is a comprehensive course designed to explore a variety of techniques and processes in clay. Sculptural and functional pieces will be created using both hand building and wheel techniques. Students will be challenged to become proficient in creating work, glazing, and will learn about firing processes. Core: CA

VACA 242 Graphic Design II-Digital Layout (2 SH)

Using the creative process approach, students will work with typography and imagery in order to create effective layout solutions for print and digital media. Focus will be on Adobe InDesign and how it works in conjunction with Illustrator and Photoshop. Prerequisite: VACA 142.

VACA 243 Graphic Design III-Illustration and Drawing (2 SH)

The focus will be on Adobe Illustrator and the use of the its tools to create digital illustrations and logo design. The emphasis will be on technical and creative process in order to provide a final visual solution. Prerequisite: VACA 142.

VACA 252 Photography II (4 SH)

Explore digital darkroom work and the technical, historical, and philosophical foundations of photography. Topics include image capture, color theory, image correction and interpretation, color management, digital output methods, archival printing, and contemporary practices and theory related to color and monochrome photography. Students learn how to create professional lighting setups in relation to multiple photographic genres. Prerequisite: VACA 151.

VACA 262 Video Production (4 SH)

This course is a practical hands-on introduction to the video camera and to non-linear editing. It covers operation of the camera, basic lighting and sound, camera movement and support. Issues of composition, content, aesthetics, continuity and creativity will be explored with exercises, labs and real-life shooting. The non-linear video editing will cover both technical and philosophical issues of editing. Productions will introduce both fiction and non-fiction forms. Prerequisite: VACA 151 or equivalent. Core: CL

VACA 263 Audio Production (2 SH)

In this course students produce a variety of short and long form audio productions, from promotional spots to news features as well as music performances and audio portraits. Students will work with digital software editing programs to produce works utilizing a variety of recording and processing techniques. Course sections include psychoacoustics (sound and how we hear it), the production process (from idea to finished product), microphones (types and uses), live recording, audio processing and effects, editing, and numerous projects with a variety of applications. Students should consider taking this course while enrolled in VACA 262. (Spring 2024)

VACA 283 Art History-Western (4 SH)

An overview of important factual and conceptual elements of visual art and history spanning over thirty thousand years. The course covers aesthetic objects separately as works of art and examines religious, social, political, and philosophical concepts in historical and cultural contexts. (Fall 2022) Core: WI

VACA 323 Printmaking and Watercolor (4 SH)

Relief printmaking is an ancient form favored by contemporary artists in which images are printed on paper from wood and other materials. Screen printing is a newer process in which ink is forced through fabric onto paper and other materials. These processes are used to develop rich, colorful prints with an emphasis on visual ideas and technique. An introduction to watercolor covers a variety of techniques including washes, wet-in-wet, wet- on-dry, mono-types, pen-and-ink with color tinting. Students will also have opportunity for skill development following demonstrations with guided and independent practice. When the weather is especially lovely, we'll move the classroom outside and enjoy painting en plein air. (Fall 2022) Core: CA

VACA 332 Intermediate Ceramics (2 SH)

Building on the foundation of ceramics, students are challenged to expand their vocabulary of ceramic form and function. Hand building and wheel throwing techniques will be explored for both vessel and sculptural work. Technical understanding of surface treatments, firing techniques, glaze formulation, and ceramic processes are emphasized as tools used toward formal and conceptual success. Students have the opportunity to pursue more individual concerns in tandem with class directed assignments. In conjunction with increased technical proficiency, students will expand critical awareness through the investigation of conceptual, historical and contemporary art issues, ultimately increasing professionalism and the development of a personal aesthetic. Prerequisite: VACA 232.

VACA 335 Installation and Experimental Media (4 SH) I

n this course students will explore how installation and experimental art immerses the viewer in a multi-sensory experience. Through both traditional and nontraditional media such as photography, video, painting, ceramics, sculpture, etc., students will explore the impact of materials and techniques on form, content and the expressive possibilities of various materials on a space. Through experimentation, boundaries of traditional art practices will be challenged to transform the perception of space. (Spring 2024)

VACA 344 Web Design and Social Media (4 SH)

This class explores Web design and social media applications as they relate to expression and organizational communication. Students will construct web sites using both HTML coding and contemporary Web design software. Social media applications will be integrated in a holistic way as part of an overall communications strategy. Prerequisite: VACA 141 or equivalent.

VACA 345 Advanced Photoshop (4 SH)

Students will study advanced Photoshop techniques with special emphasis on masking and compositing photographs. Students will practice layering, digital effects, and photo repair as well as investigating imaging in a theoretical and philosophical context. Prerequisites: VACA 151 and VACA 252.

VACA 353 Alternative Photo Processes (4 SH)

Students will experiment with alternative acquisition and printing processes. Acquisition methods will cover pinhole, panoramic, HDR, legacy lens, and infrared processes. The history of photographic methods will be studied. The genre of landscape will be explored with several of the techniques. Students will print on alternative forms such as art and Japanese papers, metal surfaces, canvas, and other media forms. Prerequisites: VACA 151 and VACA 252. (Fall 2023) 

VACA 354 Conservation Photography (4 SH)

Explores the intersection of photography and environmental conservation. Topics include aesthetic responses to the natural world, visual documentation of ecosystems, conservation advocacy and the relationship between human communities and the natural world. Students work in small groups on a semester-long documentation/storytelling project in conjunction with a partner organization. Prerequisite: VACA 151. (Fall 2022) Core: CL

VACA 364 Motion Graphics/After Effects (2 SH)

Explores the art and communication of merging video, the graphic arts and text into messages with multiple layers of meaning and artistic interest. Students will become adept at compositing; moving video, still images, text and line art. Layered Photoshop files will be animated into finished video. The primary forms studied for this class will be opening and closing logos, advertising, visual music and short form 2-D animated storytelling. Students should schedule this class in the same semester at taking one of the Visual Storytelling classes. Prerequisites: VACA 151 or equivalent and VACA 262 or faculty approval. (Fall 2023)

VACA 367 Hybrid Storytelling (4 SH)

Using photography, audio creation and video production as building blocks, students will construct narrative presentations. These narratives will be constructed for multiple distribution methods including: print, epubs, online magazines, and mixed-media forms. Students will also consider possible feedback and interaction methods like blogging and other social media. Students will study storytelling, narrative construction, research and interview techniques, the history of photographic journalism, technical skills and the expanding uses of the image. Students will practice this form while paying attention to the technical, aesthetic, philosophic and ethical issues involved. This course should be taken in the junior or senior year as a lead-in to VACA 481 Senior Thesis. Prerequisite: VACA 151. (Fall 2023) Core: CL

VACA 381 Cinema and Visual Theory (2 SH)

Movies will be the foundation for exploring how these texts, with their narrative and visual formulas, influence culture. Special emphasis will be given to critiques in the areas of gender, race and violence. Select theorists of visual communication will give students a broad theoretical base to continue the exploration of other digital media with their mixture of photograph, kinetic text, sound and time-based media. Students will also explore how these theories and the formal properties of digital media function in their own artistic works.

VACA 382 Contemporary Art (2 SH)

Contemporary Art emphasizes the interpretation of artistic production within its historical, political, social, cultural, and theoretical contexts from recent history to the present. Issues may include: the meaning of originality in art, the relationship of art and mass culture, how the institutional framework for viewing art can influence or determine meaning, the rejection of studio–based art, and art as it confronts the issues of the day.

VACA 384 Art History-World (2 SH)

This course uses a thematic approach to the history and appreciation of art outside the Western mainstream. Art is presented as illustrative, laying the foundation for understanding the context and aesthetics of art from non-Western perspectives. (Spring 2023)

VACA 397 Elementary School Art Methods (2-3 SH)

A study of the aims and philosophy of art education in the elementary school with emphasis on child development through art. Students will experience art techniques and materials suitable for children from Pre-K through grade 6 with emphasis on appropriate motivational and teaching methods. Topics to be covered may include: the role of art in society and in the schools; fundamentals of art; sequential and discipline based art curricula; teaching strategies; art motivation; art integration with the sciences, social studies, and cultural understandings; evaluation; teaching art history, criticism and aesthetics; writing instructional objectives and lesson plans; and teaching art production. For art education majors a 20-hour practicum in the elementary setting is a component of the course. Admission to teacher education may be a prerequisite. A two-credit option without a practicum is available for students who are not pursuing Art Education. (Spring 2024) Core: CA, CL

VACA 398 Secondary School Art Methods (3 SH)

A study of the aims and philosophy of art education at the secondary school level. Secondary School Art Methods will include advanced studies of curriculum and lesson design and integration; classroom organization and management techniques; delivery of art courses as electives; teaching art history, aesthetics, and evaluation; teaching art production appropriate to the adolescent; and the function of art in the schools and community. Students will understand contemporary issues in art education by examining research history and philosophy of art education. The relationships between developments in education as a whole and art education will be explored as well as adolescent creative learning styles and development. A 20-hour practicum in a secondary art setting is a component of the course. Admission to teacher education may be a prerequisite. (Fall 2022) Core: CL

VACA 432 Advanced Ceramics I (2 SH)

In Advanced Ceramics 1, students will balance assignments designed to develop technical skills, while developing projects that explore personal style. Research and experimentation from an array of materials and processes such as wheel and hand building methods, unique firing processes, glaze chemistry, and clay body foundation will be used toward formal and conceptual success. In conjunction with increased technical proficiency, students will investigate conceptual, historical, and contemporary art issues to increase professionalism, develop a personal aesthetic, and create artwork that is suitable for exhibition. Prerequisite: VACA 332.

VACA 434 Advanced Drawing (2 SH)

Further development of drawing techniques, visual processes and experimental approaches. The capacity to change one's perspective and habits and an openness to taking risks are encouraged. This course is for students who want to explore drawing in its own right, strengthen work in other media through enhanced drawing skills or connect drawing with other arts or disciplines. Advanced investigation into physical, intellectual and emotional aspects of drawing. Content development, individual direction and creative voice are stressed along with further development of drawing skills. This course should be taken in the junior or senior year as a lead-in to VACA 481 Senior Thesis. Prerequisite: VACA 121.

VACA 435 Advanced Painting (2 SH)

Further development of techniques and visual strategies using oil and acrylic media. The capacity to change one's perspective and habits and an openness to taking risks are encouraged to understand the various ways artists approach structure and meaning in painting. Advanced investigation into physical, intellectual and emotional aspects of paining. Content development, individual direction and creative voice are stressed along with further development of painting skills. This course should be taken in the junior or senior year as a lead-in to VACA 481 Senior Thesis. This course should be taken in the junior or senior year as a lead-in to VACA 481 Senior Thesis.  Prerequisite: VACA 222.

VACA 442 Advanced Ceramics II (2 SH)

In Advanced Ceramics 2, students will develop a body of work suitable for exhibition. Research and experimentation from an array of materials and processes such as wheel and hand building methods, unique firing processes, glaze chemistry, and clay body foundation will be used toward formal and conceptual success. In conjunction with increased technical proficiency, students will investigate conceptual, historical, and contemporary art issues to increase professionalism and develop a personal aesthetic. This course should be taken in the junior or senior year as a lead-in to VACA 481 Senior Thesis. Prerequisite: VACA 432.

VACA 450 Junior/Senior Photography Portfolio (2 SH)

This capstone photography class offers the opportunity for students to develop an artistic and vocational vision. Students will create a coherent body of work for print/web display and will investigate career options related to photography. Photography majors (and others who plan to exhibit) should take Junior/Senior Photography Portfolio in the fall semester of the last full year they are on campus. They should plan to take VACA 481 Senior Thesis the next semester (where they will exhibit and write about the work they developed in portfolio class). Prerequisites: VACA 151 and VACA 252. (Fall 2023)

VACA 465 Visual Storytelling-Nonfiction (4 SH)

Students will study how video documentaries are constructed and used to communicate. They will research, design and produce a documentary video on a selected subject. Students will take HUM 200 the semester before this class to do background research for the project. Prerequisite: VACA 262. (Spring 2023) Core: CL

VACA 466 Visual Storytelling-Fiction (4 SH)

Students will study the narrative structure of video story-telling and the process of narrative video production. They will work at creating a variety of short form narratives and will complete independent projects from pre-production to postproduction. Scripts for this class will be created in THR 361 which should be taken the semester prior to this class. Prerequisite: VACA 262. (Spring 2024)

VACA 491 Internship (1-4 SH)

Provides students with an opportunity to integrate theory and practice by working in a professional art/media/design-related environment. Consultation with and reporting to the faculty advisor guide the student's experience. Travel and other expenses are the student's responsibility. Can be done during the summer. Grading is on a Pass/Fail basis. Prerequisite: consent of instructor. Core: CL VACA 481 Senior Thesis (2 SH) This course explore professional practices related to preparation and installation of the major senior exhibit as well as development of a thesis paper. Students take this class in conjunction with a capstone course in their major.

VACA 499 Independent Study (1-4 SH)

WCSC 285 Internship Theory and Practice (1 SH)

Through readings, analytical reflection, journals, and guest speakers, students will explore multiple dimensions of service internships in Washington, D.C. Core: CC, CL, WCSC

WCSC 325 Career and Vocation (2 SH)

This course supports and builds on the WCSC internship experience. Together, students discuss goals and orienting values for their careers and vocational identities, engage with guest speakers who share about their own career trajectories, and build nuts-and-bolts professional development skills, including conducting an informational interview and developing a cover letter and resume. This course is required for all students enrolled in the WCSC summer program. Core: CC, CL, WCSC

WCSC 380 WCSC Internship (5 SH)

WCSC faculty and staff work with students to place them in community service internships that meet the student's career goals and vocational aspirations. Most WCSC interns are placed in culturally diverse settings with organizations working to address racism, injustice, violence and other social problems. We can place students from any major, including the sciences, the arts, and professional programs. Please refer to our website for recent internship placements: www.emu.edu/wcsc/internships. Offered in the summer Core: CC, WCSC

WCSC 385 WCSC Internship (6 SH)

WCSC faculty and staff work with all students, regardless of their major, to place them in community service internships that meet the student's career goals and vocational aspirations. Most WCSC interns are placed in culturally diverse settings with organizations working to address racism, injustice, violence and other social problems. See the WCSC webpage for recent internship placements: www.emu.edu/wcsc/internships. Offered in the fall and spring semesters Core: CC, WCSC

WCSC 485 Servant Leadership (2 SH)

How are leaders made? In these critical times, what kinds of leaders does our society need? How is leadership best practiced? College students, at the cusp of adulthood in American society, stand at many crossroads. Life-altering decisions, vocational choices, questions about how and whom to serve can stimulate or, conversely, inhibit creativity, a willingness to engage in the serious issues of our day, and a commitment to serve others. This course will be taught in tandem with WCSC 285 and explores the many dimensions of servant leadership, starting first with traditional definitions and moving into frameworks of gender and race before engaging with the great non-violent servant leaders of the twentieth century. Throughout the class we will talk with local servant leaders in the D.C. area. (Will satisfy CORE 401 Core Senior Seminar for students who have earned 90 SH prior to enrollment in WCSC) Core: CC, WCSC, SrSem

WRIT 110 Preparation for College Writing (3 SH)

The study and practice of academic modes of written communication accepted in American universities for students whose native language is not English. Through this course, students gain fluency in essay-writing, critical reading skills, improved grammatical accuracy, training in editing and orientation to research tools. This course does not satisfy the EMU Core writing requirement. A grade of C- or better must be achieved in the course as a prerequisite for enrollment in WRIT 125 or 135. Upon completion of the course, instructor evaluation will indicate one of the following: 1) the student must enroll in WRIT 135 to satisfy the writing requirement; 2) the student must enroll in WRIT 125 to achieve proficiency required before enrolling in WRIT 135; 3) the student must re-enroll in WRIT 110. (Offered as needed.)

WRIT 125 College Writing I (3 SH)

This writing course focuses on reading and writing assignments in the various discourse communities required in college. This course develops skills for success in writing in college: elaboration, using and integrating sources, and developing a portfolio of polished prose. A grade of C- or better must be achieved in the course as a prerequisite for enrollment in WRIT 135. Upon successful completion of the course, students will enroll in WRIT 135 College Writing II in order to complete EMU Core writing requirements.

WRIT 135 College Writing II (3 SH)

This first-year course develops academic reading, thinking, and writing skills in various discourse communities while supporting students in their transition to EMU. Includes a research project with particular attention to analysis and synthesis. Satisfies EMU Core college writing requirement.

WRIT 140 Advanced College Writing (3 SH)

Extensive practice in interdisciplinary argument and rhetorical analysis for students who already demonstrate strong reading and writing skills. This workshop-based class helps students develop sophisticated research strategies, evaluate popular and scholarly sources and their arguments, synthesize material to advance knowledge, and communicate effectively in essays, discussions, and an oral presentation. Satisfies EMU Core college writing requirement.

WRIT 150 Speech-Exploring Voice in Vocation (2 SH)

Students develop compassionate listening and speech communication skills while exploring a calling within a discipline. This course is ideally taken in the spring semester of the first year. Prerequisite: WRIT 130, WRIT 140, or CORE 120. 

WRIT 160 Public Communication (3 SH)

This course addresses the principles and practices of effective oral communication. The course emphasizes rhetorical approaches for message design, presentation planning, arrangement, and delivery that are useful across settings. Students will learn to manage cross-cultural communication for effective business and workplace relations. Students will receive feedback from groups and one-on-one. Prerequisite: WRIT 130 or WRIT 140. Offered through Lancaster

WRIT 200 Introduction to Creative Writing (3 SH)

This four-genre course allows students to read, write, workshop and revise flash fiction, memoir, poetry, and dramatic scenes. Team taught or with frequent visits from various writing and literature faculty. Prerequisite: WRIT 130 or its equivalent. Core: CA, WI

WRIT 210 News and Feature Writing (3 SH)

Workshop for magazine and newspaper writing: generating story ideas; interviewing; observing; fact-checking; researching and drafting news stories, features, book reviews, editorials; and writing for public relations. Prerequisite: WRIT 130 or WRIT 140 Core: WI

WRIT 340 Student Kairos Place (1 SH)

Credit available (but not required) for participation in EMU's Student Kairos Place. Full participation in the event, completion of a significant writing or revision project, and payment of course fee expected. Acceptance to program by faculty recommendation and application only.

WRIT 351 Fiction Writing Workshop (3 SH)

A workshop on the craft of fiction-writing in the short story form. The course focuses in writing process and revision; explores varieties of characterization, setting, plot and structure, point of view, voice, theme, and figurative language. Reading assignments, writing exercises, and extensive short story workshops culminate in polished prose that may be appropriate for publication or graduate school application. Prerequisite: WRIT 130 or WRIT 140. Open to sophomores and above. (Spring 2024) Core: CA, WI

WRIT 352 Creative Nonfiction Workshop (3 SH)

A workshop on the craft of creative nonfiction writing. The course focuses on the writing process and revision and explores elements of the genre's craft. Reading assignments, writing exercises, and intensive group workshops culminate in a portfolio of polished prose that may be appropriate for publication or graduate school application. Special topics such as Food Writing, Nature Writing, and Spiritual Life Writing may be offered according to student demand. Prerequisite: WRIT 130 or WRIT 140. Open to sophomores and above. (Spring 2023) Core: CA, WI

WRIT 370 Poetry Workshop (3 SH)

A workshop on the craft of versification. Requirements include writing over sixty poem drafts based on traditional and experimental forms and styles, readings of poetry and prosody, memorization of at least one published poem, and participation on the class discussion board. Prerequisite: WRIT 130 or WRIT 140. (Fall 2022) Core: CA

WRIT 380 Expository Writing (1 SH)

This five-week course will focus on expository elements in the academic discourse produced by writers in the students' major fields. Students will develop an independent, critical, problem-solving attitude with respect to reading the work of others to assist in the revision of their own writing. Prerequisite: WRIT 130 or WRIT 140. (Spring 2024) Core: WI

WRIT 381 Argumentative Writing (1 SH)

A five-week, one semester-hour course that equips students to write arguments that are fully developed, rhetorically engaged, and critically thoughtful. Students are expected to contextualize their arguments—to see themselves as agents of change. Prerequisite: WRIT 130 or WRIT 140. (Spring 2024) Core: WI

WRIT 383 Professional Writing (1 SH)

This five-week course has a practical focus on writing in professional settings. Students will create a portfolio with a cover letter defining their expertise, a resume, and a writing sample specific to the niche in which they want membership. Students will analyze an audience in order to write, edit, and proofread documents that show they understand the audience of a particular profession and can write to a standard required in that profession. Students will become familiar with the ethical issues in professional writing, how to present themselves in writing by creating a positive impression to particular clients, and how to make connections by creating a network via various media. Prerequisite: WRIT 130 or WRIT 140. (Spring 2024) Core: WI

WRIT 390 Literary Arts Journal-Phoenix (1 SH)

Credit received for serving on the editorial team for the student literary arts journal. Detailed timesheet and reflective paper required. Students may receive 1 SH per semester and may take the course multiple times.

WRIT 391 Editing and Publishing-Weather Vane (1-3 SH)

Credit given for writing, editing, photography, and other production work for the student- run university newspaper. Student are encouraged to have prior school newspaper experience or have taken news writing or photography courses at EMU. Students should enroll for one credit per semester, except in the case of editors serving on the Weather Vane.

WRIT 400 Senior Thesis (3 SH)

Senior writing majors work with a faculty advisor to envision and create a significant work in a single genre. A reflective introduction explores the writer's developing style and influences. The work may be a chapbook of poems, a collection of short stories, a novella, a full-length play, or a scholarly paper produced in conjunction with a second major (in addition to or as an extended version of that major's capstone requirements). Seniors may share from their work in an end-of-semester reading, possibly as part of the Writers Read series.

WRIT 421 Advanced Fiction Workshop (3 SH)

Students will write new material to be workshopped, fully participating in peer critique, and working with the professor to read and respond to new material focused on a specialized area of their choice in fiction writing. Workshop pieces should be written within the scope of, or as a response to, this specialized area. In addition, students will write a critical essay about this specialized area, 1200 words, MLA documentation style, placing their own work in the context of their chosen readings and noting how their work responds to the published work in both craft and content. Prerequisite WRIT 351. Meets with WRIT 351. By permission of instructor only. (Spring 2024)

WRIT 422 Advanced Creative Nonfiction Workshop (3 SH)

Students will write new material to be workshopped, fully participating in peer critique, and working with the professor to read and respond to new material focused on a specialized area of their choice in creative nonfiction writing. Workshop pieces should be written within the scope of, or as a response to, this specialized area. In addition, students will write a critical essay about this specialized area, 1200 words, MLA documentation style, placing their own work in the context of their chosen readings and noting how their work responds to the published work in both craft and content. Prerequisite WRIT 352. Meets with WRIT 352. By permission of instructor only. (Spring 2023)

WRIT 423 Advanced Poetry Workshop (3 SH)

Students will write new material to be workshopped, fully participating in peer critique, and working with the professor to read and respond to new material focused on a specialized area of their choice in poetry writing. Workshop pieces should be written within the scope of, or as a response to, this specialized area. In addition, students will write a critical essay about this specialized area, 1200 words, MLA documentation style, placing their own work in the context of their chosen readings and noting how their work responds to the published work in both craft and content. Prerequisite WRIT 370. Meets with WRIT 370. By permission of instructor only. (Fall 2022)

WRIT 470 Writing Internship (1-3 SH)

The Professional Internship Program is a cooperative endeavor among upper-level students, the community, and the language and literature department. An internship provides an opportunity for students to explore career options and to extend their classroom experiences and learning with both job-related and academic responsibilities. Department approval required one semester in advance. This course is graded on a P/F basis.  Core: CL

WRIT 499 Independent Study (1-3 SH)