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HPED 392 - Spring Sport Management Practicum
Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisites: Health & PE Major, junior status and cumulative GPA 2.0
The purpose of this practicum is to allow the student to apply the theoretical foundations of the professional preparation program to an intramural or athletic setting. The student will have the opportunity to work with traditional spring sports. The course can be repeated for credit.
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HPED 393 - Summer Sports Management Practicum
Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisites: Health & PE Major, junior status and cumulative GPA 2.0
The purpose of this practicum is to allow the student to apply the theoretical foundations of the professional preparation program to an intramural or athletic setting. The student will have the opportunity to work with traditional or intramural sports. The course may be repeated for credit.
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HPED 490 - Capstone Course
Credit Hours: 1
A review of the student’s university educational experience, consideration of the student’s philosophy of the field and completing assessment instruments for the program are included.
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HPED 494 - Internship 2
Credit Hours: 1 - 6 variable
Prerequisites: Health & PE Major and senior status and cumulative GPA of 2.0
The purpose of the internship is to allow the student to apply the theoretical foundations of the professional preparation program to a real work situation.
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PHED 105 - Concepts of Physical Fitness
Credit Hours: 2
This course is designed to provide opportunities for the students to gain knowledge and understanding of the concept of health and physical education. Through formal and informal assessment, students will be able to determine their own fitness levels and design a fitness plan based on those findings.
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PHED 110 - Cornerstone Course
Credit Hours: 1
Orientation for all prospective health management and health and physical education (non-teaching) majors. Expectations, content, philosophy and vocational opportunities of the programs are among the topics considered.
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PHED 150 - Community First Aid & Safety
Credit Hours: 2
This course provides the students the opportunity to study the safety and prevention of accidents in the home, industrial, outdoor, water and traffic settings. Also, first responder procedures for care and prevention of work, home, industrial and outdoor injuries are learned. Water safety and care and prevention of injuries will also be covered. Students will not receive a passing grade until they have achieved Red Cross certification in CPR and First Aid.
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PHED 170 - Training Room Techniques
Credit Hours: 3
Study and practice in the accepted procedures of prevention and care of athletic injuries from the trainer’s viewpoint.
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PHED 220 - History and Philosophy of Physical Education
Credit Hours: 2
The purpose of this course is for the students to develop an understanding of the need to foster relationships with colleagues, parents/guardians and other professionals in the learning community. Additional topics include the study of the historical development of physical education and the contributions of individuals and organizations to health, physical education and its related fields. The curriculum also deals with philosophical questions and problems relating to sports, play and physical education.
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PHED 250 - Personal and Community Health
Credit Hours: 3
Study of the individual’s physical and mental health and its effect on the community. Additional topics include achieving a healthy weight, drugs, tobacco, cancer, infectious disease, health care, environment and aging.
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PHED 310 - Teaching Individual and Dual Sports
Credit Hours: 3
This course cultivates the understanding of the concepts of physical education content and applies these concepts for the development of a physically educated learner. Additionally, the class will provide the opportunity for students to learn the history and rules of individual and dual sports while practicing the skills and strategies for playing those sports. The course will also provide the students the opportunity to advance their instructional plan development and teaching skills relative to those sports.
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PHED 315 - Teaching Team Sports
Credit Hours: 3
The course cultivates the understanding of the concepts of physical education content and applies these concepts for the development of a physically educated leader. Additionally, the class will provide the opportunity for students to learn the history and rules of team sports while practicing the skills and strategies for playing those sports. The course will also provide the students the opportunity to advance their instructional plan development and teaching skills relative to those sports.
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PHED 340 - Motor Learning and Development
Credit Hours: 3
This class will provide the opportunity for students to understand how individuals learn and develop motor skills. Additional topics include planning and implementing safe learning environments, developmentally appropriate activities, formal and informal assessment and how those issues affect the psychomotor (physical fitness and motor coordination), cognitive and affective (social and emotional) domains of learning.
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PHED 345 - Management of Health, Physical Education and Sport
Credit Hours: 3
The course is designed to assist the student, as they grow professionally, develop a deeper understanding of the need for building positive relationships with colleagues, parents/guardians and other professionals. Other topics will include the use of formal assessment to develop safe learning environments that encourage positive social interaction, and active engagement.
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PHED 410 - Adapted Physical Education
Credit Hours: 3
This class will provide the opportunity for students to understand how individuals, including students with special needs, learn and develop motor skills. Additional topics include planning and implementing safe learning environments, developmentally appropriate activities, formal and informal assessment and how those issues affect the psychomotor (physical fitness and motor coordination), cognitive and affective (social and emotional) domains of learning.
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PHED 435 - Kinesiology and Biomechanics for Physical Education and Recreation
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: NATS 220
The course is designed to give the student the opportunity to gain knowledge related to the fields of kinesiology (muscles moving bones around joints) and biomechanics (physics applied to human movement, sports, and physical activity). Additionally, the student will be tasked to apply his/her kinesiology knowledge to the analysis of strength training programs. The biomechanics portion of the class is devoted to terminology and theories related to linear and rotary motion and how they apply to human movement in various activities and sport. The student will also analyze, diagnose, and correct problems with daily movements and sports activities.
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PHED 450 - Tests and Measurements in Physical Education
Credit Hours: 2 - 3 variable
The course provides the students the opportunity to understand the use of formal and informal assessment strategies to foster learning and skill development. Other topics include the individual and group motivation, implications of reliability and validity on evaluation, authentic and skill testing, how various fitness components can be measured and the statistical tools most commonly used in the profession.
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PHED 460 - Applied Exercise Physiology/Lab for Physical Education and Recreation
Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisites: NATS 220 and PHED 435
The course is designed to provide the student the opportunity to gain in-depth knowledge of the physiology of the human body, including the nervous, muscular, respiratory, and circulatory systems, and nutrition. The student will also apply that information to answer questions related to the effects of training and or detraining on the human body and demonstrate the ability to develop age appropriate training protocols for specific goals such as anaerobic power, aerobic conditioning, muscle strength, and weight loss programs for PreK-12 students in the school setting and all ages including senior citizens at a recreational facility. The laboratory portion of the class provides the student the opportunity to develop skills, using various assessment tools, to apply data related to the human body.
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PHEP 100 - Physical Education
Credit Hours: 1
Instruction and practice in physical activities that develop physical fitness and are suitable for the student’s leisure time now and in the future.
Repeatable with different activity.
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PHEP 107 - Varsity Sports
Credit Hours: 1
Participation in varsity sports.
Repeatable
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PHYS 101 - General Physics 1 & Lab
Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisites: MATH 112 or MATH 201
This course is a study of mechanics, including kinematics, dynamics, statics, energy, materials and fluids.
Meets General Education Goal 4b: Breadth of Knowledge - Natural Science (non-science majors only).
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PHYS 102 - General Physics 2 & Lab
Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisites: PHYS 101
This course is a study of waves, sound, electricity and magnetism, optics, modern physics, and nuclear physics.
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PHYS 111 - General Physics 1 with Calculus & Lab
Credit Hours: 5
Prerequisites: MATH 201
Explores the application of calculus in Physics 1 and requires extra class meetings.
Meets General Education Goal 4b: Breadth of Knowledge - Natural Science (science majors only).
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PHYS 112 - General Physics 2 with Calculus & Lab
Credit Hours: 5
Prerequisites: PHYS 111
Explores the application of calculus in Physics 2 and requires extra class meetings.
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PHYS 113 - Physics 1 with Calculus Seminar
Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisites: PHYS 101 and MATH 201
This course covers the calculus portion of General Physics 1 including the study of mechanics, including kinematics, dynamics, statics, energy, materials and fluids
PHYS 111 and PHYS 113 cannot both be counted for a grade
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PHYS 120 - Astronomy
Credit Hours: 4
This is a study of the solar system, stars, galaxies, constellations and atmospheric science. History of space science and space flight is also included. Special emphasis is given to laboratory and field methods.
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PHYS 201 - Modern Physics & Lab
Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisites: PHYS 102 and PHYS 112
This course examines the foundation of Modern Physics. It includes quantum mechanics; the nature of light, atomic theory, and spectra; the uncertainty principle; and special relativity.
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POLS 100 - American Government
Credit Hours: 3
Survey of our national, state and local governments as well as the origin and growth of the Constitution. Aspects stressed are the function of government; the relations between the states and the national government; administrative and policy developments; and the work of the executive, legislative, and judicial branches.
Meets General Education Goal 6: Personal and Social Responsibility.
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POLS 120 - Political Ideas and Ideologies
Credit Hours: 3
This introductory course addresses the historical emergence of and the continuing role played by numerous different ideological perspectives in our political thinking. “Ideology” will be defined; and the ways in which our own ideological perspectives shape the way we interpret events, read the news, and prioritize political and social concerns will be considered. Important political ideas that will be discussed include liberalism, conservatism, socialism environmentalism and so forth.
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POLS 211 - Current Events
Credit Hours: 3
Current Events uses the events of the day to investigate American political policy, government, and politics. The course focuses on domestic and international issues from an American perspective. Special focus is placed on the role of the media and how point of view influences issue coverage and perception of coverage. No previous experience with American government is necessary as relevant policies, government structures and concepts are explained as they arise naturally from the events of the day.
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POLS 250 - Christianity and Social Justice
Credit Hours: 3
This course deals with two topics: the notion of ‘justice’ in both social and political matters, and the contribution which the Christian tradition has historically made and continues to make in regards to the pursuit of justice in those same social and political matters. The focus will be on familiarizing students with the perspectives and tools (ranging from the economic to the philosophical) necessary for them to better formulate a definition of justice, consider whatever value Christian ideas may provide to assessing any number of social and political problems (including but not limited to poverty, education, the environment, and more), and thereby craft just responses to them. As such, the outcomes of this course are both theoretical and practical.
Meets General Education Goal 6: Personal and Social Responsibility.
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POLS 260 - Comparative Politics
Credit Hours: 3
This course deals with the political culture, institutions, processes and behavior of different modern political systems, including their respective governments, their civil society and their political parties. The focus will be on familiarizing students with the variety of approaches to sovereignty, constitutionalism, legitimacy, and so forth around the world. Historical background treated as part of the environment of the political system will also be in question. Students in this course will also have the opportunity to participate in the collegiate Model United Nations program through forming a mock U.N. delegation and attending a Model U.N. conference.
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POLS 270 - International Relations and Organizations
Credit Hours: 3
This course is designed to assist students in understanding the processes and institutions that emerge as nation-states act, react, and interact in the world political arena. After a survey of the historical background of the present state system, attention is turned to examining theories and patterns of state action including alliances, collective security, war, and cooperation through international and regional organizations, especially that of the United Nations. the development of international law and the globalizing of certain ideas with international legal and political implications, such as human rights, immigration, environmentalism, will also be examined. Student in this course will also have the opportunity to participate in the collegiate Model United Nations program through forming a mock U.N. delegation and attending a Model U.N. conference.
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POLS 330 - Constitutional Law and Politics
Credit Hours: 3
This course will examine the history and politics behind various different (and continuing) interpretations of the U.S. Constitution. This will include studying the origin and development of the Supreme Court and the judicial branch itself, as well as how important decisions by the Supreme Court, made in response to different political and social and legal crises, have profoundly changed our country’s approach to religion, morality, citizenship, crime, free speech, relations between state and national governments, and so forth.
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POLS 340 - Travel Seminar
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: Current passport with expiration date no less than 6 months beyond travel dates required for international travel. F-1 international students will also be required to provide Visa with expiration date no less than 6 months beyond travel dates.
(see History)
This course is cross-listed with HIST 340
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POLS 360 - Public Administration
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: POLS 100 or consent of instructor.
A course that deals with the process of formulating and implementing public policies. Special attention will be given to bureaucratic organizations, the democratic context of administering public organizations, personnel management, budgeting and intergovernmental relations.
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POLS 370 - Topics in Political Theory
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: POLS 120 or consent of instructor.
This course will examine particular themes or developments from the history of political thought with the purpose of giving students a deeper insight into the arguments for and against the basic ideas and ideologies that have been derived from our intellectual traditions (as well as from other traditions). Some of the topics that may be studied, to be determined by the instructor and varying each time the class is taught, will include Ancient and Medieval Political Thought, Revolutionary Political Thought, Human Rights and Nationalism, Political Theology, East Asian Political Thought and so forth.
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POLS 390 - American Parties and Politics
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: POLS 100 or consent of instructor.
American political parties and the process of politics. Attention given to the role, function, organization and techniques of parties as campaigns of candidates in current elections are studied in depth. Pressure groups, political polling and political behavior are considered along with an examination of the historical development of American political parties.
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POLS 480 - Political Science Senior Seminar
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: junior/senior standing or consent of instructor.
Thisis a research-focused capstone course for History and Political Science majors wherein students willpick a topic, develop a thesis statement, prepare a literature review, and then work through rough drafts with the aim of producing a high-level paper which demonstrates original thought, and integrates their study through the major with a specific research aim. Students will also be measured in their mastery of their major.
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POLS 494 - Internship 2
Credit Hours: 3
More advanced, off- or on-campus practical work experience in a discipline. Junior or senior status required or by consent. May be volunteer or paid employment. Unless a course plan specifies otherwise, a maximum of 12 credits in Internship enrollment may be applied to baccalaureate degrees and up to 3 hours in minors.
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PSYC 112 - Grief and Loss
Credit Hours: 1
This course is designed to provide an overview and deepen the participant’s understanding of the grief and loss process. The five stages of grief will be explored. Not limited to death and dying, additional types of losses related to the grieving process will be incorporated. The possibility of grief to be a catalyst for personal and spiritual transformation will be explored. Pass/Fail grading mode.
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PSYC 230 - Human Growth & Development
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: PSYC 100.
Human development from birth through old age with emphasis on the transition from one stage to another.
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PSYC 240 - Applied Psychology
Credit Hours: 2
Prerequisites: PSYC 100
A survey course to provide students with information about the utilization of the scientific method to explain why people behave the way they do. The course is designed to give an overview of the application of psychology in work, education, and clinical settings; in the home; for consumers; for government; and for career planning and placement.
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PSYC 241 - Sports Psychology
Credit Hours: 3
This course will be a unique opportunity to explore and examine sport/physical activity from the standpoint of psychological aspects contributing to participation and associated psychological outcomes of participation. This course examines psychological theories and research and their application to the sport/physical activity-related affect, behaviors and cognitions of participants as well as the individual and environmental factors which shape these outcomes. This course targets students interested in gaining knowledge of how psychology plays a part in the realm of sport and physical activity. Students with a variety of educational and sport/physical activity backgrounds may benefit from this course including (but not limited to) current, former, or future athletes, coaches, teachers, athletic trainers, sport administrators, sport parents, or students with a specific interest in sport and/or psychology.
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PSYC 250 - Interpersonal Relations
Credit Hours: 3
Focuses on the competencies of interpersonal communication, oral communication and conflict resolution. It endeavors to aid the student in achieving personal growth in both understanding and behavior involving conflict.
Meets General Education Goal 3: Communication Skills.
This course is cross-listed with SOCI 250
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PSYC 280 - Social Psychology
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: PSYC 100 or SOCI 100
Examination of the various psychological and sociological factors, which operate to determine the behavior of individuals and groups.
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PSYC 290 - Basic Physiological Psychology
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: PSYC 100
Basic physiological psychology is a course that examines how behaviors, thoughts, perceptions, emotions, and typical human functioning are controlled by physiology, both during normal and abnormal physiological states.
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PSYC 310 - Chemical Addictions
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: COMP 201 or equivalent
The purpose of this course is to understand the dynamics of chemical addiction and the treatment of chemical dependency. Students will study licit and illicit chemicals of abuse by exploring origin, regulation, pharmacology, abuse vs. dependency, costs to society and health, and the effective treatment of chemical dependency. The student will become knowledgeable regarding chemicals of abuse and the medical and social models of treatment.
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PSYC 311 - Positive Psychology
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: COMP 201 and one of the following: ANTH 101 ; PSYC 100 or SOCI 100
This course will provide an exploration of the history, theory, and basic research methods of positive psychology. Positive psychology is the scientific study of the strengths and virtues that enable individuals and communities to thrive. This course complements the historical focus on psychopathology by emphasizing the need to understand and build human strengths. The three pillars of positive psychology - positive emotions, positive individual traits, and positive communities - will be explored.
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PSYC 312 - Positive Psychology
Credit Hours: 3
This course provides an exploration of the history, theory, and basic research methods of positive psychology. Positive Psychology is the scientific study of the strengths and virtues that enable individuals and communities to thrive. This course complements the historical focus in psychology on healing damage and psychopathology by emphasizing the need to understand, appreciate, and build human strengths. The three pillars of positive psychology - positive emotions, positive individual traits, and positive communities - will be explored.
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PSYC 315 - Psychology of Religion
Credit Hours: 3
The purpose of this class is to introduce students to the role religion plays in the lives of individuals and to the field of religion and psychology. It provides an examination of the major psychological perspectives on religion, faith and religious experience. Objective and subjective approaches to the study of religion as related to prayer, meditation, social attitudes and behavior, mental health, mysticism, religious orientation, and personal development are presented.
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PSYC 321 - Child and Adolescent Development
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: PSYC 100
Emphasis is on a developmental approach to the study of childhood through adolescence. An overview of psychoanalytic, psychosocial learning, social learning and cognitive developmental theories is covered. Attention is also given to the development within the family system.
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PSYC 325 - Industrial Psychology
Credit Hours: 3
This course is designed to provide students with an introduction to the key topics in Industrial/Organizational Psychology. Students will be exposed to relevant theories, principles, methods, terminology and “real world” applications.
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PSYC 335 - Child Psychology
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: PSYC 100.
The emphasis of the course is on a developmental approach to the study of conception, infancy and childhood. An overview of psychoanalytic, psychosocial learning, social learning and cognitive developmental theories is covered. Attention is also given to the child within the family system.
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PSYC 343 - Psychology of Personality
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: PSYC 100, 230.
Theories of personality development and the varying degrees of emphasis placed upon such factors as environment, heredity, learning, etc.
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PSYC 350 - Adolescent Development
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: PSYC 100.
Designed to survey the sequence and nature of adolescent development by studying principles related to the areas of emotional, intellectual, social, cognitive, moral and physical development. Resources in the local community that can aid youth and their parents or adult persons working with them will be identified. Age span included is from the middle school age through the high school age student.
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PSYC 355 - Group Processes
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: PSYC 100.
Examination of the principles of operations underlying group actions and interactions. Study of the major psychological theories affecting group process as well as the dynamics involved. Participation in human relations laboratory experiences expected.
Fall Even Numbered Years
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PSYC 360 - Adult Development
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: PSYC 100.
Study of the psychological, religious and sociological aspects of major transition phases in adult development. Topics include selecting a mate; meshing of personalities in marriage; the first child; teen-parent interactions; marriages of children; the empty nest; retirement; adjustment to grandchildren; and the special conditions of serious illness, death and divorce.
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PSYC 370 - Introduction to Counseling
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: PSYC 100.
Designed to familiarize the student with the basic concepts and theories of effective guidance and counseling. Includes laboratory experiences.
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PSYC 380 - Toward Healthier Marriages
Credit Hours: 3
A supervised learning experience for interested persons, including married couples, to better understand the nature and meaning of marital dynamics and to become skilled helpers in preventive and remedial marital care and nurture. Integrates a biblical theology of marriage and psychological theory in caring and interpersonal communication. Topics include a historical sketch of marriage and a biblical and a psychological understanding of marriage.
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PSYC 390 - Junior Seminar
Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisites: PSYC 100, HSVA 210, junior standing.
Designed to provide psychology majors with resources in career planning toward specific post-graduation goals of either psychology related employment or applying for graduate school. Facilitates preparation for the senior research project, field experience, and establishment of a successful work identity and goals.
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PSYC 391 - Advanced Physiological Psychology
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: PSYC 290
This course will delve further into the underlying biological mechanisms of complex behaviors. Nerual structures and how they are regulated by genetic means will be discussed. Neural transmission of chemoelectric signals will be considered in their role of genetic and proteomic changes. Introduction to the way technology aids our understanding of the brain and behavior by understanding how that technology works. Finally, students will get hands on experience with EEG equipment.
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PSYC 460 - Abnormal Psychology
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: PSYC 100, 230.
Study of abnormal behavior patterns as well as theories that seek to explain such behavior, with an emphasis on treatment as well as diagnosis.
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PSYC 490 - Senior Seminar
Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisites: Psychology major; PSYC 390, SOSC 450
A capstone course for Psychology/Human Service major. Emphasizes integration of curriculum content with experience and practice. Students will complete an intent to graduate form, present and defend the senior research project, explore graduate school admissions, and develop a personal profile.
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PSYC 491 - Research Experience
Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisites: SOCS 450 or instructor approval.
Provides opportunities for advanced research experience under direct supervision of a faculty member. The student serves as primary researcher, or may be part of an ongoing project. The student is responsible for the entire scope of an experiment (e.g. design, execution, data analysis and interpretation) and preparing a manuscript for presentation.
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PSYC 492 - Research Practicum
Credit Hours: 1
Prerequisites: SOCS 450, or instructor approval
Provides opportunities for advanced research experience under direct supervision of a faculty member. The student serves as primary researcher, or may be part of an ongoing project. The student is responsible for the entire scope of an experiment (e.g. design, execution, data analysis, and interpretation) and the preparation of a presentation at a regional convention. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credit hours.
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PSYC 494 - Internship II
Credit Hours: 1 - 6 variable
Prerequisites: PSYC 201
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PSYC 495 - Independent Study Research
Credit Hours: 1 - 6 variable
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REL 110 - Old Testament Survey
Credit Hours: 3
This course provides an overview of the Old Testament literature with attention to literary features, major ideas and historical settings and development.
Meets General Education Goal 8b: World Religion and Christianity.
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REL 111 - New Testament Survey
Credit Hours: 3
This course provides an overview of the New Testament literature with attention to literary features, major ideas and historical settings and developments.
Meets General Education Goal 8b: World Religion and Christianity.
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REL 125 - Survey of the Bible
Credit Hours: 3
This course provides an overview of the biblical literature with attention to literary features, major ideas and historical settings and developments.
Meets General Education Goal 8b: World Religion and Christianity.
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REL 160 - Theology 1
Credit Hours: 3
This course provides an introduction to Christian theology by focusing on the central doctrines of the historical faith. Topics mentioned include doctrines of revelation, Christ, salvation and church.
Meets General Education Goal 8a: World Religion and Christianity.
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REL 205 - Christian Resources for the Care of Creation
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: Successful completion of COMP 201 recommended.
This course engages the relationship between religious convictions and ecological commitments at several key points: a faith that takes our material world seriously; questions about God’s creative work in view of modern science; current theologies of land and place, faithful stewardship, and living responsibly within Creation; and religious resources for public and communal change. With an eye toward character formation, students will engage in spiritual exercises, read and reflect on important written works, take field trips, conduct interviews, and present at least some of their findings in class and through papers.
Meets General Education Goal 8a: World Religion and Christianity.
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REL 221 - Varieties of Religious Experience
Credit Hours: 3
This course will examine the nature of religious experience, religious faith, religious beliefs and religious expression. Students will be exposed to the religious experiences of people across the centuries; will look at the values and commitments, the mind, and the will of human beings that make up what we call faith; will become aware of the beliefs of major world religions and Christian denominations, and the relationship between beliefs and experience; and finally, will examine the ways in which religion is expressed, i.e., rite, ritual, worship services, cultic behavior, sacraments, practices of piety, etc.
Meets General Education Goal 8a: World Religion and Christianity.
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REL 222 - Introduction to Christian Living
Credit Hours: 3
This course helps students to move into a more intimate relationship with God. The course will cover such themes as the Kingdom of God, grace, forgiveness, meditation, fasting, prayer, simplicity, etc. Attention will be given to the individual, corporate and social dimensions of the deeper life.
Meets General Education Goal 8a: World Religion and Christianity.
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REL 230 - Psalms
Credit Hours: 3
This course provides an overview of the book of Psalms and examines the various genres incorporated.
Meets General Education Goal 8b: World Religion and Christianity.
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REL 231 - Romans
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: COMP 202 with final grade of C or better
This course provides an overview of the book of Romans and examines the historical context and rhetorical argument.
Meets General Education Goal 8b: World Religion and Christianity.
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REL 232 - The Bible in Christian Spiritual Formation
Credit Hours: 3
This course examines the role of the Bible in Spiritual formation and explores practical applications of interpretive principles.
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REL 250 - Christian History
Credit Hours: 3
This course examines the history of the Christian Church from the 1st Century to the present. Students will learn about major movements and central figures in church history. In addition, this course may also examine Quaker history and beliefs.
Meets General Education Goal 8a: World Religion and Christianity.
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REL 251 - History of Christian Spiritual Formation
Credit Hours: 3
This course examines the lives and works of the leading spiritual writers from the 1st Century to the present.
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REL 299 - Faith at Friends
Credit Hours: 3
The purpose of this course is to provide a framework for students to integrate Christian faith into their educational experience at Friends University. Through lecture, reading, reflective writing, and evaluations, students will engage and articulate Quaker Heritage, Christian Spiritual Formation, and their own faith exploration.
Meets General Education Goal 7: Integration, Applied Learning and Creativity.
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REL 330 - Old Testament Studies
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: REL 110 or REL 125
This course examines basic segments or representative books of the Old Testament Scriptures or of significant subjects relevant for understanding them. Subject matter will vary.
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REL 340 - New Testament Studies
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: REL 111 or REL 125
This course examines basic segments or representative books of the New Testament Scriptures or of significant subjects relevant for understanding them. Subject matter may vary.
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REL 350 - Biblical Backgrounds
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: REL 110, REL 111, or REL 125
This course examines a comprehensive treatment of a topic or any auxiliary discipline related to understanding the Bible. Subject matter will vary.
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REL 401 - Advanced Studies
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: RELM 350
The aim of this class is to examine an issue, event or person in greater detail than is possible in a survey course reading, discussion, and a final research project. This is a ‘culmination class’ for the CSF concentration. Course topic will vary.
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REL 460 - Theology 2
Credit Hours: 3
This course provides a study of particular problems, personalities, movements and schools of thought significant for contemporary discussion in religion or related fields.
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CSFL 505 - The Role of Narrative in Formation & Gospel of Jesus
Credit Hours: 4
This course will explore the role that truth plays in spiritual formation. The emphasis will be on how narratives are formed, and how they form us, and how having true Christian narratives leads to transformation. Attention will also be given to divine friendship and the “gospel as narrative,” focusing on Jesus’ teaching about the Kingdom of God.
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CSFL 506 - Narrative & Gospel
Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisites: Completion of the first residency through the Apprentice Experience.
This course will explore the role that truth plays in spiritual formation. The emphasis will be on how narratives are formed, and how they form us, and how having true Christian narratives leads to transformation. Attention will also be given to divine friendship and the “gospel as narrative,” focusing on Jesus’ teaching about the Kingdom of God. This is a bridge course for students who previously attended the first residency through the Apprentice Experience.
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CSFL 511 - Spirituality in Leadership and Ministry
Credit Hours: 3
This course focuses on the necessity of formation for those in leadership and ministry positions. It will examine the unique needs and challenges of those in leadership today, with particular attention given to the spiritual rhythms, emotional health, decision-making, and ongoing growth of Christ-formed leaders.
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CSFL 516 - Formational Theology
Credit Hours: 3
This course provides an understanding of Christian theology that is integrated with lived spirituality, and draws out the formational aspects of particular themes in systematic theology. Special attention is given to the nature and character of God, focusing on the role of the Trinity in Christian spiritual formation. Emphasis is also given to Pneumatology, Soteriology, Theological Anthropology, and Ecclesiology, as well as the role that culture plays in the formational process.
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CSFL 521 - The Practice of Disciplines & The Development of Virtue
Credit Hours: 4
This course focuses on the role and practice of the soul-training practices that Christians have used for centuries to deepen their faith with God, shape their character, and form them as faithful witnesses in the world. Emphasis will be on the practice of various disciplines and the impact they have on our souls.
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CSFL 522 - Disciplines & Virtue
Credit Hours: 4
Prerequisites: Completion of the second residency through the Apprentice Experience.
This course focuses on the role and practice of the soul-training practices that Christians have used for centuries to deepen their faith with God, shape their character, and form themselves as faithful witnesses in the world. Emphasis will be on the practice of various disciplines and the impact they have on our souls. This is a bridge course for students who previously attended the second residency through the Apprentice Experience.
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CSFL 526 - History and Traditions of Christian Spirituality
Credit Hours: 3
This course explores spirituality through Christian history. Students are introduced to the various traditions of Christian spirituality (contemplative, holiness, charismatic, social justice, evangelical, incarnational) and their key figures, convictions, and socio-historical roots. Attention is given to appreciation, evaluation, and critique, as well as personal engagement with these different historical streams.
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CSFL 531 - The Bible in Christian Formation
Credit Hours: 3
This course examines the essential role that Scripture plays in Christian spiritual formation. Students are taught the principles of biblical interpretation as well as an overall understanding of the Bible as a single unifying story. Focus is given to how God’s written Word both informs our view of God and the world, and transforms us from the inside-out into people capable of embodying its message.
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CSFL 532 - The Bible in Christian Spiritual Formation I
Credit Hours: 1
This is the first of four courses that helps students develop the ongoing practice of engaging God through Scripture. It examines the essential role that Scripture plays in Christian spiritual formation as well as the importance of reading the Bible as a single unifying story. Students will study and experience historic Christian disciplines related to Scripture. Focus is given to how God’s written Word both informs our view of God and the world, and transforms us from the inside-out into people capable of embodying its message.
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CSFL 533 - The Bible in Christian Spiritual Formation II
Credit Hours: 1
This is the second of four courses that helps students develop the ongoing practice of engaging God through Scripture. It examines the essential role that Scripture plays in Christian spiritual formation as well as the importance of reading the Bible as a single unifying story. Students will study and experience historic Christian disciplines related to Scripture. Focus is given to how God’s written Word both informs our view of God and the world, and transforms us from the inside-out into people capable of embodying its message.
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CSFL 534 - The Bible in Christian Spiritual Formation III
Credit Hours: 1
This course examines the essential role that Scripture plays in Christian spiritual formation. Students are taught the principles of biblical interpretation as well as an overall understanding of the Bible as a single unifying story. Focus is given to how God’s written Word both informs our view of God and the world, and transforms us from the inside-out into people capable of embodying its message.
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CSFL 535 - The Bible in Christian Spiritual Formation IV
Credit Hours: 1
This course examines the essential role that Scripture plays in Christian spiritual formation. Students are taught the principles of biblical interpretation as well as an overall understanding of the Bible as a single unifying story. Focus is given to how God’s written Word both informs our view of God and the world, and transforms us from the inside-out into people capable of embodying its message.
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